Complete Peru

This is a trip full of stunning Andean scenery, lush tropical rainforest, rich marine life and arid desert, all steeped in the vibrant history of pre-Columbian cultures. An excellent opportunity to experience all that Peru has to offer, including a visit to Machu Picchu and Cuzco!

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Included

Transfers, ground transport (including trains), flights as follows: Lima - Arequipa, Cuzco - Puerto Maldonado - Lima, tours and guides as shown, national park and entrance fees.

Is it for you?

This is an easy trip, though it includes a night in a basic guest house on Amantani Island, and an exciting, picturesque but bumpy train ride through the Andes. Alternatives to each of the above are available.

Best time

Between April and October (dry season).

Getting there

From UK, flights to Lima cost around £700.

Weather and highlights

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- Jan
- Heavy rain
- 7
- 20
- Feb
- Heavy rain
- 7
- 21
- Mar
- Heavy rain
- 7
- 21
- Apr
- Cloudy
- 4
- 22
- May
- Sunny
- 2
- 21
- Jun
- Sunny
- 1
- 21
- Jul
- Sunny
- -1
- 21
- Aug
- Sunny
- 1
- 21
- Sep
- Sunny
- 4
- 22
- Oct
- Cloudy
- 6
- 22
- Nov
- Rain
- 6
- 23
- Dec
- Heavy rain
- 7
- 22

Santa Catalina and the Juanita Mummy in Arequipa
Andean Condors in the Colca Canyon
Spending the night on Amantani Island on Lake Titicaca with a local family
Exploring Cusco and Machu Picchu
Spending two nights in the Amazon
Overflying the Nazca Lines

Itinerary

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Duration: 21 days

Day 1: (SUN). Fly to Lima. Transfer to hotel.
Day 2: Morning city and Gold Museum tour. Fly to Arequipa. (B)
Day 3: City tour including Santa Catalina and Juanita Museum. (B)
Day 4: Drive to lodge near Colca Canyon. Afternoon to relax. (FB)
Day 5: Early morning trip to the 'Cruz del Condor'. Afternoon explore the local area. (FB)
Day 6: Drive to Puno with Sillustani visit en route. (B, L)
Day 7: Boat trip on Lake Titicaca with overnight on Amantani Island. (FB)
Day 8: Visit Taquile Island, then boat to Puno. (B, L)
Day 9: Scenic train journey through the Andes to Cusco. (B, L)
Day 10: Guided tour of Cuzco and nearby Inca ruins. Afternoon at leisure. (B)
Day 11: Visit Chinchero. Hike Moray - Maras - Sacred Valley. (B, L)
Day 12: Tour of the Sacred Valley. (B, L)
Day 13: Train to Machu Picchu. Tour. Overnight Aguas Calientes. (B, L)
Day 14: Free morning to explore Aguas Calientes/Machu Picchu (tickets not included). Return to Cusco in afternoon. (B)
Day 15: Day at leisure in Cuzco. (B)
Day 16: Fly to Puerto Maldonado. Travel to rainforest lodge. (FB)
Day 17: Explore the rainforest. (FB)
Day 18: Depart for Puerto Maldonado. Fly to Lima. Drive to Ica. (B)
Day 19: Overfly the Nazca Lines. Drive to Paracas. (B, L)
Day 20: Ballestas Islands and Reserve tour. Drive to Lima. (B)
Day 21: Morning at leisure. Afternoon transfer out. (B)

Pricing guidelines for Peru

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We hope the following will give you a rough idea of costs. These are quoted per person based on twin share for two people, without international flights but including internal flights. We’ve used good standard accommodation throughout. There are nearly always ways to spend more money than we’ve suggested (!), but these prices show a good and realistic range for each type of trip.

International flights will add from about £750 to £1000 depending on the season and route (unless the airlines have special offers). Peru combines very well with Ecuador (including the Galapagos Island), but can also be linked with Brazil.

For a specific personal quote based on any tailor made itinerary you have in mind, please contact us and we’ll be happy to help you.

Example tripPrice per person
2 weeks highlights of Peru using good quality accommodationBetween £2200 and £3000
2 week holiday based in top end hotelsFrom around £4000+
9 day trip, such as Cusco & the Inca TrailBetween £1300 and £1600
18 days Peru & Galapagos (this can be very variable due to Galapagos yacht prices)Between £3750 and £6500

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