Peru · 13 days

Wonders of Peru

Illustrative image of Peru
Day 1: Airport - Lima
Upon arrival at Jorge Chávez International Airport in Lima, a representative will meet you and provide transportation to your selected hotel.
One night of accommodation in Lima at a selected hotel.
Day 2: Lima - Paracas
The journey begins with an early morning departure from Lima heading south. Along the way, a stop will be made at Mirasur restaurant, where breakfast is available (not included). The trip continues to the historic Hacienda San José in Chincha, where you will explore secret 17th-century underground tunnels originally used to bypass taxes and hide traffic. After this visit, you will continue to the Paracas bus station and be transferred to your hotel.
One night of accommodation in Paracas at a selected hotel; breakfast included.
Day 3: Paracas - Ballestas Islands - Nazca
This morning, you will head to El Chaco pier for a 90-minute boat excursion to the Ballestas Islands. This nature reserve is home to diverse wildlife, including blue-footed boobies, pelicans, sea lions, and Humboldt penguins. During the tour, you can observe the "Candelabro," a mysterious geoglyph on the desert hillside. Afterward, you will be transferred to the bus station for a four-hour journey to Nazca. Upon arrival, a transfer to your hotel will be provided.
One night of accommodation in Nazca at a selected hotel; breakfast included.
Day 4: Nazca - Nazca Lines Flight - Arequipa
You will be picked up for a 30-minute flight over the Nazca Lines. From above, you can observe massive figures such as the monkey, spider, and condor. After the flight, enjoy free time in the city. In the afternoon, you will be transferred to the bus station for a ten-hour journey to Arequipa. Upon arrival, a transfer to your hotel will be provided.

*Pick-up from established hotels in Lima.
*Transfers from the bus station to the hotel in Paracas are provided by a Spanish-speaking driver.
*Baggage allowance: 20 kg for hold luggage and 5 kg for carry-on.
*Maximum weight for the flight is 90 kg; weights exceeding this limit incur an additional USD 40 fee. Please provide traveler weights in advance to ensure safety and proper logistics.
One night of accommodation in Arequipa at a selected hotel; breakfast included.
Day 5: Arequipa - City Tour and Santa Catalina Monastery
The tour begins at the Carmen Alto viewpoint, offering views of the Chili River and the Misti and Chachani volcanoes, followed by the Yanahuara viewpoint to see the traditional "sillar" stone architecture. You will then visit the Plaza de Armas and the Santa Catalina Monastery, a complex of plazas, cloisters, and streets.
*Dress code for churches: pants, long shorts, or skirts must cover the knees.
*As this is a shared service, the pick-up window is 30 minutes from the scheduled start time.
One night of accommodation in Arequipa at a selected hotel; breakfast included.
Day 6: Arequipa - Colca Canyon
Travel toward Chivay through the Aguada Blanca National Reserve at Pampa Cañahuas, where vicuñas can be seen in their natural habitat. Stops include Patahuasi for local herbal tea, Viscachani, and the Toccra wetlands, home to alpacas and migratory birds. You will reach the Patapampa viewpoint (4,910 m.a.s.l.) for a panoramic view of the volcanic range before descending to Chivay (3,635 m.a.s.l.). After lunch, you will be transferred to your hotel with the afternoon free for leisure.
One night of accommodation in Colca at a selected hotel; breakfast and lunch included.
Day 7: Colca Canyon - Puno
After a brief stop at the Yanque town square, the journey continues to Cruz del Cóndor, a prime viewpoint to observe the Colca Canyon and the flight of the Andean condor. On the return trip, you will visit various viewpoints and the town of Maca before having lunch in Chivay. The trip to Puno takes approximately 5.5 hours, with stops at Patahuasi and the Lagunillas viewpoint to see flamingos and other migratory birds. Upon arrival in Puno, you will be transferred to your hotel.
One night of accommodation in Puno at a selected hotel; breakfast and lunch included.
Day 8: Puno - Lake Titicaca, Uros and Taquile Islands
Experience Lake Titicaca, the world's highest navigable lake. The tour starts with a transfer to the port of Puno for a boat trip to the Uros floating islands, constructed from woven totora reeds. After an 80-minute visit, continue to Taquile Island, known for its ancestral traditions and textile art. Following a briefing and lunch on the island, you will return to Puno.
*As this is a shared service, the pick-up window is 30 minutes from the scheduled start time.
One night of accommodation in Puno at a selected hotel; breakfast and lunch included.
Day 9: Puno - Cusco
Travel to Cusco along a scenic route through the Andes. The journey includes stops at the Pucará Museum and La Raya, the highest point of the route at 4,313 m.a.s.l. After lunch, you will visit Raqchi, home to the Temple of Wiracocha, and the village of Andahuaylillas, famous for its church known as the "Sistine Chapel of the Americas" for its exquisite artwork. The day ends with a transfer to your hotel in Cusco.
*As this is a shared service, the pick-up window is 30 minutes from the scheduled start time.
One night of accommodation in Cusco at a selected hotel; breakfast and lunch included.
Day 10: Cusco - City tour and nearby archaeological sites
Enjoy a guided tour of the historic city of Cusco, the former capital of the Inca Empire. The excursion includes a visit to the Convent of Santo Domingo, built upon the ancient Coricancha temple, followed by the Cathedral Basilica of the Virgin of the Assumption, the city's main religious site. Afterward, explore the surrounding hills to visit the Sacsayhuamán Fortress and the Qenqo archaeological complex. The journey continues to the military ruins of Puca Pucará and Tambomachay, also known as the Inca's Bath, before returning to your hotel. This is a shared service with other travelers.

Please note that departure times may vary by up to 30 minutes due to the shared nature of the tour. The Cusco Tourist Ticket (BTC) included in this itinerary is a personal and non-transferable document providing access to 16 major attractions, including Sacsayhuamán, Qenqo, Puca Pucará, and Tambomachay, as well as Sacred Valley sites such as Ollantaytambo, Pisac, Moray, and Chinchero.

One night of accommodation in Cusco at the selected hotel; breakfast included.
Day 11: Cusco - Sacred Valley - Chinchero, Ollantaytambo & Yucay Living Museum
Morning pickup for a transfer to the picturesque village of Chinchero. Visit its impressive agricultural terraces and the 17th-century church built over an ancient Inca palace, followed by a stop at a viewpoint to overlook the Sacred Valley. Continue to the Yucay Living Museum to observe traditional techniques in textiles, pottery, and silverware. After a traditional lunch in the Sacred Valley, visit the Ollantaytambo Fortress, a major ceremonial center featuring extensive mountain terraces. This is a shared service with other travelers.

Note: Pick-up times for shared services may vary within a 30-minute window. Sunday tours also include a visit to the Chinchero market.

One night of accommodation in Urubamba at the selected hotel; breakfast and lunch included.
Day 12: Sacred Valley - Machu Picchu - Cusco
Transfer from your hotel to the Ollantaytambo train station. As this is a shared service, the pick-up window is approximately 30 minutes.

Board the Inca Rail Voyager train to Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu Pueblo), where assistance will be provided upon arrival. For the return trip, you will board the 360° train. Each journey takes approximately 90 minutes; schedules are subject to availability. Machu Picchu, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, is a 25-minute bus ride from town. After exploring the sanctuary, return by bus to Aguas Calientes and then proceed to Cusco. This tour is shared with other travelers.

(*) You will have a 30-minute window from your confirmed entry time to reach the Machu Picchu Mountain trailhead. Enjoy a set lunch at Café Inkaterra with views of the Vilcanota River. Upon arrival back at Ollantaytambo, a shared transfer will take you to your hotel in Cusco.

One night of accommodation in Cusco at the selected hotel; breakfast and lunch included.
Day 13: Cusco - Airport
Transfer from your hotel to the Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport in Cusco, accompanied by a representative.

Breakfast included.
Rates valid Jan 5–Dec 20, 2026. Not valid during Holy Week, Inti Raymi, or National Holidays.

Prices per person

Tourist Category Hotels: Tierra Viva Miraflores · San Agustin Paracas · Casa Andina Std Nasca · San Agustin Monasterio · Casa Andina Std Colca · Intiqa · Hacienda Plaza Regocijo · Ava Spots
SGLUSD 2710Inquirie
DBLUSD 2090Inquirie
TPLUSD 2030Inquirie
Superior Category Hotels: Jose Antonio · Aranwa Paracas · Casa Andina Std Nasca · El Cabildo · Killawasi Lodge · Jose Antonio · San Agustin Dorado · Tierra Viva Valle Sagrado
SGLUSD 3040Inquirie
DBLUSD 2250Inquirie
TPLUSD 2350Inquirie
First Class Hotels: Hilton Garden Inn · The Legend · Casa Andina Std Nasca · Casa Andina Select Arequipa · Aranwa · Casa Andina Premium · Costa del Sol Ramada · Casa Andina Premium
SGLUSD 3340Inquirie
DBLUSD 2460Inquirie
TPLUSD 2470Inquirie
Package details

Included

- Transfers
- 12 Nights with Breakfast
- 3-day / 2-night shared tour from Lima to Paracas and Nazca, ending in Arequipa, including Islas Ballestas and the Nazca Lines flight
- Half-day shared tour in Arequipa visiting the Santa Catalina Monastery
- 2-day / 1-night shared tour from Arequipa to Colca, ending in Puno (for hotels outside Chivay)
- Full-day shared tour in Puno to Uros and Taquile
- Full-day shared tour from Puno to Cusco, visiting Pucará, Raqchi, and Andahuaylillas
- Half-day shared tour in Cusco visiting Coricancha, the Cathedral, Sacsayhuamán, Qenqo, Puca Pucara, and Tambomachay
- Full-day shared tour to Chinchero, the Yucay Living Museum, and Ollantaytambo
- Voyager train (outbound) and 360° train (return) from/to Ollantaytambo station
- Shared tour of Machu Picchu with an on-site guide
- Set menu lunch at Café Inkaterra

Not Included

- International and domestic airfare
- Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages during meals
- Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
- Personal expenses (laundry, phone calls, travel insurance, etc.)
- Early check-in and late check-out
- Gratuities

Package Conditions

IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING MACHU PICCHU:
ENTRY AND GUIDING:
A guide is mandatory for the initial entry to the citadel. Please note that the guided tour lasts approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes.
The visiting routes within the Machu Picchu citadel and schedules are subject to availability.
To purchase entry tickets for Machu Picchu, we require the full name, date of birth, nationality, and passport number of each passenger. This information must match the valid passport used during travel. Please be aware that citadel entry tickets are non-refundable once purchased.
BAGGAGE:
For all train services to and from Machu Picchu, passengers are permitted to carry only hand luggage (backpack, handbag, or briefcase) weighing no more than 8kg / 17.6 lb.
Permitted size: 62 linear inches / 157 cm (height + length + width).
Travel requirements for Peru

Requirements and consular contacts

- Current ID (DNI) or Passport

Consulate:
Av. Arequipa 121 - Cercado de Lima
28 de Julio 828 - Lima 1 - Cancillería [email protected]
+51 (1) 433-3381/9966/4545
+51 (1) 433-3381/9966/4545
Embassy:
Av. Del Libertador 1720, CP 1425, Buenos Aires, Argentina
Local: +54 (11) 4802-2000 - FAX: +54 (11) 4804-6180
International: +54 (11) 4802-2000 - FAX: +54 (11) 4804-6180 [email protected]

Important

It is the traveler’s responsibility to reconfirm the documentation required by the destination country with the corresponding consulate and to have all required documents at the time of travel.
General conditions
Paamul Travel Service S.R.L. is not responsible for the documentation or vaccinations required for entry into different countries. Travelers must consult the consulate or embassy of each destination.
Rates are subject to change without prior notice.
Prices do not include booking fees, VAT, banking charges, or RG 4815.

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