Peru: Machu Picchu and Lake Titicaca | May 2027

Destination Overview Peru is a country of dramatic contrasts: the high, sunlit peaks of the Andes giving way to cloud forests, coastal deserts and the vast, humid sweep of the Amazon. Travelers fall in love with Peru for its living Indigenous cult...

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Essential Documents & Money Here's what to have ready and where to keep it so arriving and moving around Peru feels effortless. Passport (valid at least 6 months from entry) + copy (paper and photo on your phone). Keep copies separate from origina...

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Welcome to Peru, one of the treasures of South America. Travel through this intriguing land visiting some of the world’s most legendary sites, including Machu Picchu, the "Lost City of the Incas." Arrive late this evening in Lima, the "City of Kin...

Discover Lima’s fascinating history during a colonial tour through the historic city center, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Admire the artwork at San Francisco Monastery and enter the catacombs. View the elegant Cathedral at Plaza de Armas and visi...

Fly to Cuzco, in the heart of the Inca civilization.

Journey through the Andes to the majestic Sacred Valley of the Incas, the agricultural center of their grand empire. While en route to your hotel, explore different towns in the valley, each a representation of the region’s unique culture. After a...

This morning, visit the spectacular Ollantaytambo ruins, the only Incan settlement that has been continually inhabited since its inception. A uniquely terraced complex topped with carved stone panels, these ruins reflect ancient Incan architecture...

Climb aboard your train to Machu Picchu for breathtaking views through panoramic windows as you ride through the Andes to the “Lost City of the Incas.” Hidden by mountains and semi-tropical jungle, Machu Picchu is considered the most spectacular s...

Spend the afternoon with your guide uncovering the mysteries of these majestic ruins. Tonight, stay at the base of Machu Picchu for a chance to further soak up its atmosphere. Enjoy an exclusive culinary demonstration and learn how to craft the pe...

This morning, take advantage of free time and explore the local markets in Aguas Calientes on your own, or you may choose to visit Machu Picchu at sunrise. Return to the Sacred Valley by train. Upon arriving in Cuzco, take time to explore the capt...

Start your morning on a tour of Cuzco, visiting the San Pedro Market, the Koricancha temple, the central Plaza de Armas, and the Cuzco Cathedral. Later, it’s your choice! Travel above the city to discover the important sacred Incan ruins of Sacsay...

Today, fly to Puno, hugging the shores of Lake Titicaca. Known as the birthplace of the Inca Empire, ancient legends say that life began here. Upon arrival, check into your lakeside hotel. Tonight, enjoy an evening at leisure. Breakfast

Spend today getting to know the locals. Enjoy a morning cruise to the floating islands of the Uros people of Lake Titicaca. Experience walking on the island’s spongy surface made from compacted beds of tortora reeds and meet the locals, learning a...

As your tour comes to a close, spend the morning relaxing on the shores of Lake Titicaca before flying to Lima. Upon arrival, head to the Larco Museum, a former mansion built on the site of a pre-Columbian temple. The museum offers a collection of...

Rise and shine for an early morning flight to Iquitos. A local guide will briefly give an orientation on the city before taking private transportation to Nauta. Settle into your new home aboard La Perla* as you sail down the Marañón River with a l...

Board the skiffs this morning to visit the banks and take in a variety of wildlife found on the Ucayali River. Back on the boat, enjoy a delicious breakfast buffet filled with Peruvian specialties and homemade goods. Journey down the Yarapa River ...

Learn about the Pacaya Samiria Reserve this morning during a lecture from a knowledgeable local guide. In the afternoon, embark on a boat expedition and discover where the Amazon River is born. Be on the lookout for more wildlife as you explore th...