Overview
Peru, a country steeped in ancient history and rich cultural heritage, beckons travelers with its diverse landscapes and archaeological wonders. For those seeking an immersive experience, the Peru Travel 8 Days 7 nights itinerary promises a journey of a lifetime. Let’s embark on this whirlwind adventure that takes you from the vibrant capital of Lima to the mystical heights of Machupicchu and the serene beauty of Lake Titicaca.
Itinerary
Description of the Peru Travel 8 days and 7 nights visit: Lima, Cusco, Valley, MachuPicchu, Lake Titicaca, Lima.
First day: City tour in Lima with visit to the Huaca Pucllana
Upon arrival in the city of Lima, reception by our collaborators and transfer to the hotel.
Get to know Lima on a comfortable and modern tourist tour of the best of our city. We will take a panoramic walk through the Pucllana Pyramid in Miraflores, we will pass through the large El Olivar park in San Isidro, we will walk the streets of the Historic Center and we will enjoy a guided tour of the Plaza de Armas and the Catacombs of the Convent of San Francisco. A complete tour with the comfort and attention of a modern tourist service.
Second day: City tour in Cusco
After breakfast at the hotel, we pick you up and take you to the Lima airport, there you will be checked in and take a one-hour flight to the city of Cusco “Archaeological Capital of America”, where our staff will welcome you and transfer you from the airport. from Cusco to the selected hotel, where we will have a coca mate. After your lunch at 1:00 p.m. we will begin the guided tour that includes visiting the center of the ancient city of Cusco, the Plaza de Armas, the Cathedral, the Monastery of Santo Domingo, the Koricancha Temple and the nearby ruins. of Kenko, Puka Pukará, Tambomachay and the fortress of Sacsayhuamán, built with enormous rocks whose mobilization and use remains an enigma to this day, there being no stone quarries in the area.
Third day: Free day in Machu Picchu
We will stop by your hotel in the city of Cusco 1 hour before the departure of your train, and we will take you to the train station, located in the town of Poroy, then we will board the “PERU RAIL” company train and begin the trip. from Poroy – Cusco to the town of “Aguas Calientes” (2000 meters above sea level) which lasts 4 hours.
Upon arriving at the town of Aguas Calientes, we will go to our Hotel, our guide will look for you at night to provide you with the necessary information for the day of your tour, if you wish you can visit the Hot Springs or buy local crafts.
Fourth day: Sunrise view of Machupicchu and Huaynapicchu
After getting up very early and having breakfast, we will go up to the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu, followed by an excursion with our guide through the citadel of Machu Picchu, for 3 hours, on the way you will visit the most important sites of this city such as They are: the Main Plaza, the Circular Tower, the Sacred Sundial, The Royal Rooms, the temple of the Three Windows and The Cemeteries. Concluded with a tour of the Machu Picchu citadel optionally: you can trek to the summit of Huaynapicchu, this will take about 2 hours round trip (This visit is without a guide). Then we will go down by bus to Aguas Calientes and in the afternoon we will take the train back to Ollantaytambo, where our staff will be waiting for you, to transport you by bus to the city of Cusco and take you to your hotel.
Fifth day: Tour to the Sacred Valley of the Incas
This day we will take the tour to the Sacred Valley of the Incas, a tour that we start at 8:30 in the morning, picking you up from the hotel to go to Pisaq, which is a typical market, with picturesque terraces cultivated in the mountains. We will visit the archaeological group of Pisaq. It is also famous for its Fairs where you can buy beautiful crafts. Then we will go to Urubamba where we have lunch included. Then we will go to the Ollantaytambo Fortress, where there are descendants of the Incas who live in the houses of the Incas. Finally we headed to Chinchero to see its market and the archaeological group with typical Spanish superimpositions on the Inca constructions. The tour will end averaging 07:00 hrs in the Plaza de Armas of Cusco. We will spend the night in a selected hotel in Cusco.
Sixth day: Tourist trip from Cusco to Puno visiting “Raqchi”
Having a good breakfast, we will pick you up from the hotel and take you to the company’s bus station that will take us on a tour that lasts approximately 8 hours. We will have 4 excursions and guided tours to the places of tourist interest in the southern corridor of the highlands, visiting the Andahuaylillas temple or Sistine Chapel of America, the Inka temple of Raqchi, at noon in the city of Sicuani we will have a Buffet lunch included in the tour, from there we will continue the tour arriving at the Raya pass at 4335 meters above sea level and the Inka museum Aymara from Pukara. Each visit lasts 20 to 40 minutes, where the passenger can ask questions, take photos and walk a little, making our excursions pleasant. When we arrive in Puno our staff will be waiting for us and will take us to the hotel where we will spend the night.
Seventh day: Tour to Lake Titicaca, Los Uros and Taquile Islands
After having breakfast at the hotel, you will be transferred to the port of Puno (Lake Titicaca) where you will board the boat and then visit the Floating Islands of the Uros for a period of 45 minutes, you will appreciate the customs of this island and its crafts. Afterwards we will also travel by boat to visit the Taquile Island of great scenic, ethnic, cultural and archaeological value, then we will also return by boat to the Port of Puno, there we will pick you up and take you to the Hotel or if you wish we can leave you in the center from Puno, and finally the night will be spent at the selected hotel.
Eighth day: Chullpas de Sillustani and plane flight from Juliaca to Lima
After having breakfast at the hotel, you will have a few free hours to visit the center of the city of Puno, at a time that we will indicate, we will pick you up from the hotel and transfer you to the Chullpas de Sillustani, pre-Inca funerary towers, the most High measures approximately 12 m. Then we will go to the Juliaca airport, which is one hour from Puno, there you will check in at the airport counter and then take the air flight to Lima, to take a flight abroad. There we will say goodbye
After all this we will get to Juliaca’s Aiprot , we will display our IDs and get checked in , then we will fly to Lima as our adventure ends.
Includes
Peru Travel 8 Days 7 nights Includes:
■ Plane flights Lima – Cusco and Juliaca – Lima.
■ All airport/hotel/airport transfers.
■ Tour to the city of Lima.
■ Tour to Cusco City and Surroundings.
■ 6 Nights in selected Hotel.
■ 6 breakfasts at the hotel.
■ 2 lunches, one in the Sacred Valley and on the trip from Cusco to Puno.
■ Tour to Machu Picchu.
■ Tour to the Sacred Valley of the Incas.
■ Transfer from the hotel to the tourist terminal Cusco to Puno.
■ Guided tour from Cusco to Puno.
■ Tour to Lake Titicaca, Uros Island, Taquile.
■ Tour to the Chullpas of Sillustani.
■ Transfer from the hotel in Puno to the Juliaca airport (one hour).
■ All transportation for the services described.
■ Transfer service and assistance every day.
Excluded
■ Unspecified services, extras and tips.
■ International and domestic flights (can be quoted upon request)
■ Insurance coverage for personal loss, injury, illness or damage incurred during travel.
■ Optional (Available upon request)
■ Any additional services and visits.
Recomendations
■ Altitude Precautions: Allow time for acclimatization in Cusco to prevent altitude sickness.
■ Booking Tickets in Advance: Reserve tickets for Machu Picchu and any desired train journeys in advance.
■ Local Cuisine Exploration: Try Peruvian specialties like cuy (guinea pig), ceviche, and local Andean dishes.
■ Comfortable Footwear: Wear comfortable shoes for exploring archaeological sites.
This itinerary Peru Travel 8 Days 7 nights offers a diverse experience, combining the enigmatic Nazca Lines, coastal beauty, colonial history, and the awe-inspiring Machu Picchu, providing a well-rounded exploration of Peru’s cultural and natural wonders
Price
The cost of this Tour is expressed in American dollars and is per person, the cost will depend on the hotel accommodation you choose, we work with hotels from 2** to 5**** stars, it will also depend on the type of room required : single (1 person), double (2 people) and triple (3 people). You can request the list of hotels we work with for your choice.
Important – In the months of January – April the services of the companies Inka Rail and Peru Rail leave and arrive at the stations of Ollantaytambo or Pachar (2 hours from the city of Cusco). – The prices of our Tours include transfers to these stations
PRICE PER PERSON IN DOUBLE ACCOMMODATION – 2024
$2580
Hoteles 5 estrellas
WESTIN
Libertador
Tambo del Inka – Expedition Train
$1990
Hoteles 4 estrellas
Aloft
Novotel
Casa Andina Yanahuara – Expedition Train
$1640
Hoteles 3 estrellas
Ibis
San Agustín
Inkallpa – Expedition Train
$1560
Hoteles 2 estrellas
Mariel
Sacha
San Agustin Monasterio – Expedition Train
PRICE PER PERSON IN SINGLE ACCOMMODATION – 2024
$3730
Hoteles 5 estrellas
WESTIN
Libertador
Tambo del Inka – Expedition Train
$2660
Hoteles 4 estrellas
Aloft
Novotel
Casa Andina Yanahuara – Expedition Train
$2020
Hoteles 3 estrellas
Ibis
San Agustín
Inkallpa – Expedition Train
$1780
Hoteles 2 estrellas
Mariel
Sacha
San Agustin Monasterio – Expedition Train
PRICE PER PERSON IN TRIPLE ACCOMMODATION – 2024
$
Hoteles 5 estrellas
WESTIN
Libertador
Tambo del Inka – Expedition Train
$1920
Hoteles 4 estrellas
Aloft
Novotel
Casa Andina Yanahuara – Expedition Train
$1475
Hoteles 3 estrellas
Ibis
San Agustín
Inkallpa – Expedition Train
$1495
Hoteles 2 estrellas
Mariel
Sacha
San Agustin Monasterio – Expedition Train
Discounts: Our packages Peru Travel 8 Days 7 nights Lima, Cusco, Valley, MachuPicchu, Lake Titicaca, Lima. from 3 people have a special discount for all our tour packages.