
Ibis Larco Hotel (or similar)
- Lima
Discover Peru! Explore the capital of Lima, the mystical Sacred Valley, and fascinating Incan culture!
Discover Peru! Explore the capital of Lima, the mystical Sacred Valley, and fascinating Incan culture!

This 11-day Peru tour is a must for adventurous travellers! Explore the Peruvian capital, Lima, volcanic Arequipa, and the Uros' floating islands on Lake Titicaca. Discover ancient Incan culture in the Sacred Valley and opt for bucket-list experiences like the unforgettable Machu Picchu Day Trip on this immersive cultural journey.
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Not sure how to spend your free day? Explore the city on your own, or choose from these handpicked optional experiences designed to show you the best of the region.
Unless marked as "Pre-Book", all optional experiences can be booked directly with your tour leader on tour, payable in cash or by card in the stated currency. Prices and availability are subject to change.
11 days itinerary trip from Lima to Lima visiting 1 country
We partner with a range of hand-picked hotels in each destination. The hotels listed below are those we stay at most frequently. However, you may stay at different hotels of a similar standard.
All rooms are twin share with private, en suite bathrooms. Solo travellers will be paired with another traveller of the same gender. Single supplements are available upon request at checkout. A confirmed list of hotels is emailed to all travellers prior to their tour departure. To extend your stay in Lima, click here to book pre and post-tour accommodation through our partner Booking.com.











Hola Peru! The first stop is Lima, Peru’s capital city. Arrive at the hotel, check in and freshen up. This evening, meet your tour leader and fellow travellers for a tour briefing and find out more about what to look forward to over the next 11 days! Afterwards, enjoy a welcome dinner with the group.

Celebrate the first night of the tour with a group welcome dinner in Lima!

After breakfast, transfer to Jorge Chavez International Airport. Catch a short flight to Arequipa. This colonial town is filled with Baroque architecture and bordered by three impressive volcanoes! Arrive and check into the hotel before embarking on a city tour with a local guide. Explore more and be sure to try some local street food during free time this afternoon.

Tour Arequipa's quaint cobbled streets and unique sillar (a volcanic material) buildings, visiting Santa Catalina Monastery, Basilica Cathedral, and Museo Santuarios Andinos.

Take it easy this morning in Arequipa before transferring to Puno at lunchtime. En route, stop at Pampa Cañahuas. Admire the scenery, sip on local coca leaf tea and keep an eye out for indigenous wildlife and birdlife. See if you can spot vicuñas (similar to llamas)! Arrive in Puna this evening and check into the hotel.

Stop at Pampa Cañahuas Natural Reserve and spot some vicuñas (animals similar to llamas) and sample coca leaf tea, as the locals do.

Wander Puno’s streets at your own pace this morning. Visit the Baroque cathedral, the Arco Deustua archway or the Museo Carlos Dreyer. This afternoon, encounter a different way of life on Lake Titicaca. Jet off on a speed boat to the floating Uros Islands which are created by hand by the Uru people. Return to Puno in the late afternoon.

These floating islands were created by the Uru people generations ago. Meet locals in colorful traditional dress, observe handcrafted artisanry, and enjoy vibrant folk dances.

Enjoy Peruvian countryside scenery on today’s journey. First stop is the Incan ruins of Pucará. Next, pass through La Raya and enjoy panoramic views. Then, visit Raqchi, an ancient Incan fortress. Last stop is Urubamba. Here, see the “Sistine Chapel of Latin America”. Finally, arrive in El Valle Sagrado, check into the hotel and enjoy a dinner with the group.

Pucará, as it’s also known, is known for its pottery, the Pucará Stone Museum with its selection of ceramics and sculptures from pre-Inca culture.

The ruins of Raqchi are renowned for the Temple of Wiracocha built in honour of Wiracocha, a deity believed to be the giver of life.

Named the “The Sistine Chapel of the Andes”, this church was built according to Spanish traditions and dedicated to Saint Peter the Apostle.

Tour the Sacred Valley today. Travel deep into the area, past local villages and striking mountain ranges. Learn about intriguing Incan history and culture. Visit the town of Ollantaytambo and see the incredible Incan fortress. Get a glimpse into local life during a stop at a local marketplace. Arrive at the hotel in Urubamba later this evening.

Explore the most significant Inca sites in the valley outside of Machu Picchu with a local guide. Stop at a marketplace for lunch and shopping.

Built on the site of ancient ruins, Ollantaytambo’s impressive terraces were the base for Incan ceremonies and the royal estate of the Incan Emperor.

Enjoy a free day in the Sacred Valley or join the optional, locally-guided tour to Machu Picchu! Nestled in the Andean mountains, the journey is quite a trek but definitely worth it to see one of the New 7 Wonders of the World! Learn more about Machu Picchu’s intricate buildings and the mysterious history behind its creation.

Travel to Machu Picchu and explore the ruins of this ancient UNESCO World Heritage Site, voted one of the New 7 Wonders of the World!

Enjoy the last few views of the Sacred Valley en route to Cusco. On the way, see an excellent example of Incan architecture at Sacsayhuaman. This fortress-temple is made of enormous, intricately stacked rocks. Next up is Cusco, the former capital of the Incan empire. Explore Cusco with a local guide this afternoon. Enjoy free time this evening.

Visit the Inca ruins of Sacsayhuaman, perched 3km above Cusco. See huge rocks stacked with impressive precision and amazing views of Cusco and surrounds!

Once the capital of the Incan Empire, Cusco is an intriguing city to explore. Gain fascinating insights into the local history and culture.

Travel to Peru’s capital city Lima on a short flight this morning. Join a local guide for a Lima city tour. See the city’s highlights including the Plaza de Armas, the Cathedral of Lima and Plaza San Francisco. Stroll through the Miraflores neighbourhood for stunning ocean views. This afternoon, check into the hotel before heading out for a group dinner.

Explore Lima's colonial center featuring the Presidential Palace, Archbishops Palace, historic plazas, and churches. Visit the upscale San Isidro and coastal Miraflores for Pacific views!

Enjoy a free day to explore Lima’s many highlights! Keen to explore natural scenery and see local wildlife? Join the Ballestas Islands day trip for a leisurely boat tour of the amazing Ballestas Islands. This area is home to pristine beaches, sparkling blue waters and incredible marine life. You could see dolphins, sea lions and penguins up close!

Enjoy a day trip to the beautiful Ballestas Islands with a local guide. Admire the scenery and astonishing concentration of marine life!

After 11 incredible days on tour, this Sacred Peru trip comes to an end this morning. Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and say farewell to your fellow travellers. Don’t forget to get your new travel friends’ details to share mementoes and swap photos! If you would like to extend your stay in Lima, please contact our team.
Sanjoy Sarkar and Kuheli Roy Sarkar
Memorable tour: More to visit in Peru than only Machu Picchu
Overall, it was a great tour and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Peru. The included lunches and dinners were excellent, with great food and ambience, and ground transportation was smooth throughout. The gradual altitude acclimatization in the current itinerary works well and helps prepare for Machu Picchu. Places of attractions were carefully selected. We'd definitely recommend this tour to friends and family.
Charli
Add This To Your Bucket List
This trip was hands down amazing! From the food, the locals and the views. I really enjoyed myself. Our tour leader was Fernando. He was excellent! Very knowledgeable, attentive and he made sure we were safe at all times. At times I would walk slower than the rest of the group and Fernando would stay right by my side. I truly adore him for that. He's such a sweet guy! The highlight of the tour was Machu Picchu. It's breathtaking and worth every penny! Also the other optional excursion to Paracas was VERY enjoyable. I highly recommend you book that too! It's more than just seeing penguins, we rode dune buggys in the desert, went wine tasting etc.. book it, you won't be disappointed… I always say I would never visit the same country twice, but after my experience in Peru, I would definitely go back.
Emily
Sacred Peru - Highly Recommend!
Our Sacred Peru tour was incredible. I was surprised by how much I loved each aspect of the trip. I assumed Machu Picchu would be the major highlight, but there were so many other experiences that were just as incredible. We loved our trip to the Uros Islands on Lake Titikaka, exploring various Incan ruins in the Sacred Valley, and wandering the streets of Arequipa and Cusco. Our tour guide, Fernando, is Peruvian and was a wonderful source of knowledge. His patience and attention to the needs of the group ensured we all had the best time.
Charli

This trip was hands down amazing! From the food, the locals and the views. I really enjoyed myself. Our tour leader was Fernando. He was excellent! Very knowledgeable, attentive and he made sure we were safe at all times. At times I would walk slower than the rest of the group and Fernando would stay right by my side. I truly adore him for that. He's such a sweet guy! The highlight of the tour was Machu Picchu. It's breathtaking and worth every penny! Also the other optional excursion to Paracas was VERY enjoyable. I highly recommend you book that too! It's more than just seeing penguins, we rode dune buggys in the desert, went wine tasting etc.. book it, you won't be disappointed… I always say I would never visit the same country twice, but after my experience in Peru, I would definitely go back.
Emily

Our Sacred Peru tour was incredible. I was surprised by how much I loved each aspect of the trip. I assumed Machu Picchu would be the major highlight, but there were so many other experiences that were just as incredible. We loved our trip to the Uros Islands on Lake Titikaka, exploring various Incan ruins in the Sacred Valley, and wandering the streets of Arequipa and Cusco. Our tour guide, Fernando, is Peruvian and was a wonderful source of knowledge. His patience and attention to the needs of the group ensured we all had the best time.
Bucket list item

Machu Picchu is now off my bucket list. It was a great adventure. It took a while to acclimate to the altitudes but am glad the tour started in Ariquipa and we worked our way to Machu Picchu so by the time I arrived I was able to climb without any issues. There was a lot of time on the bus but we stopped at many places to break it up. Great trip!!!
Dr. Jessi Hitchins

Zema is a sweet, kind man that gets it done! He employs the best tour guides around the country and makes sure we are all having a blast. He is a problem solver too. I literally only booked this trip because I wanted to go to Machu Picchu. The day before we were supposed to go on that excursion the local indigenous peoples began striking for equitable resources related to all the tourism that their lands bring into the country. My partner and I supported that effort and we were going to be highly disappointed if we did not get to go. With some creative work and networking, he was able to get us on the first day trip after the strike broke. This was our first post-Covid trip. Peru was super safe regarding masking and safety measures. Once again, cannot say enough about Zema and the people at Expat. This is my second trip with the company and I will continue to be a customer!
Price is based on a sharing twin room.
Private Room Upgrade (optional) +£655 pp
Instalment option available for as little as £363 per month
Price is based on a sharing twin room.
Private Room Upgrade (optional) +£655 pp
Instalment option available for as little as £242 per month
Price is based on a sharing twin room.
Private Room Upgrade (optional) +£655 pp
Instalment option available for as little as £201 per month
Price is based on a sharing twin room.
Private Room Upgrade (optional) +£655 pp
Instalment option available for as little as £121 per month
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Full days, zero filler. Most mornings start with breakfast before heading out to the main sights with your Tour Leader or a local guide. Afternoons often include free time to wander, find a coffee or join an Optional Experience. Expect a good amount of walking too. On some days, you could spend two to three hours on your feet. Comfortable shoes are your best friend.
People from all over the world. Different ages, different backgrounds, same instinct to see more. Classic groups have on average between 35-45 Chasers. By day three, you’ll already know everyone's name.
Your accommodation, transport, Tour Leader and driver, breakfast most mornings, select lunches and dinners, and the Included Experiences on the tour page. Everything else is yours to choose. Check the individual tour page before you book for the exact inclusions.
Clean, comfortable and well located. Mostly 3 to 4 star, with private en-suite bathrooms. They're chosen so you can sleep well and feel ready for the next day. They're not the centrepiece. The destinations are. But they're never an afterthought.
All travellers carry their own bags, including up hotel stairs where needed. Walking tours can last up to three hours, and some sites involve a fair number of steps. Read through the itinerary to decide if the pace is right for you.
Optional Experiences happen during your tour's free-time slots, and your Tour Leader will tell you about what's on offer during the tour. Most can be booked on the day, but some are pre-sold and must be purchased before your tour begins, so it's worth checking the tour page beforehand to see what's available and get in touch with our team to book anything in advance.
Maximum value, not minimum comfort. Twenty-one years of supplier relationships mean we know where to find the best for less, and we pass that directly to you. Comfortable hotels, included meals and local experiences, without paying for the premium tier.
Yes. Free time is built into Classic itineraries, giving you space to wander and explore at your own pace. Your Tour Leader can point you towards the places worth your time, so you're never left completely to figure it out yourself.
Absolutely. Many Chasers travel solo, and there’s no compulsory single supplement when you travel with us. For accommodation, solo travellers share a twin room with another solo traveller of the same gender. If you’d prefer your own room, you can choose to pay a single supplement instead. Check the individual tour page for pricing.
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Yes. You don't need any previous group travel experience. Your Tour Leader is with you throughout, and you'll have a whole group of people discovering the destination alongside you. If you're not sure which Classic tour is right for you, we can help.
No. Flights aren't included, giving you flexibility over how you get there and when you travel. Your tour information will tell you where and when to meet the group on day one.
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