- Country
Peru - Departure
Lima - Arrival
Lima - Theme
Explorer
Day 1. Welcome to Peru
On arrival at Jorge Chavez Airport, the Peru InsideOut staff will welcome you and take you to the hotel. Tomorrow, a great adventure awaits.
Day 2. Lima City Tour and Culinary Experience
- Destination
Lima - Hotel
Hotel Pullman Lima Miraflores - Attractions
Huaca Pucllana
The day will begin with an immersion in the cultural and gastronomic richness of Lima, the city of contrasts and millennia-old history. After enjoying breakfast, you will embark on a captivating tour of the City of Kings, where Colonial Lima welcomes you with cobbled streets and historic monuments that narrate the grandeur of the past. From the historic Plaza San Martin and the Plaza de Armas to the impressive Cathedral, every corner transports us to an era of splendour and tradition. The visit to the San Francisco Convent and its catacombs immerses you in the city's religious and colonial history, while the bustling local market invites you to taste the exotic fruits that only this country can offer. In the cosmopolitan district of Miraflores, you will learn to prepare the famous ‘ceviche’ and the national drink, Pisco Sour, two icons of the national cuisine. To conclude this day, you will marvel at the archaeological history of Huaca Pucllana, a pre-Inca pyramid, symbol of Lima’s ancient culture. Inside the Huaca, there is a restaurant where you will have lunch facing a panoramic view of the archaeological site. Afterward, you will be transferred to your hotel to rest.
Day 3. Sacred Valley of the Incas
- Destination
Sacred Valley - Hotel
Aranwa Sacred Valley - Attractions
Pisac
The day will begin a new adventure that will take you to explore the wonders of the Sacred Valley of the Incas. After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport to catch a flight to Cusco, the ancient capital of the Inca Empire. Upon landing, you will be greeted by a member of our staff to accompany you to the heart of the Sacred Valley. Here, will start a fascinating journey to the Pisac craft market, where local artisans captivate tourists with their unique and colourful creations. Later you will reach the imposing Pisac Fortress, an architectural jewel that rises majestically above the valley, offering breathtaking panoramic views. Among the ancient ruins, history comes alive, and you will be immersed in the legacy of a civilization lost in time. After the tour, it's time to have lunch to replenish energy. After an intense day, return to the hotel to rest, as tomorrow there will be even more places to discover.
Day 4. Maras Salt Mines and Moray
- Destination
Sacred Valley - Hotel
Aranwa Sacred Valley - Attractions
Maras Salt Mines
After breakfast, you will embark on a tour of the circular terraces of Moray, an impressive testimony to the agricultural engineering of the ancient Inca civilization. The tour will continue to the Maras Salt Mines, a visual spectacle that challenges the imagination: endless pools of white salt that extend like a sea of glass amidst the Andes. In the salt mines, you will learn of the ancestral technique of salt mininig. The highlight of the day will be lunch at the Hacienda Huayoccari, a gastronomic sanctuary where the authentic flavours of the region merge with the elegance of Peruvian cuisine. Every bite is a celebration of the land and its fruits, a sensory experience that connects you to the history and the culture of this sacred place. At the end of the day, return to your hotel in the Sacred Valley.
Day 5. Ollantaytambo Fortress
- Destination
Aguas Calientes - Hotel
Sumaq - Attractions
Ollantaytambo Fortress
The day begins in the heart of the Sacred Valley of the Incas. After breakfast, you will enjoy a unique experience visiting the imposing Ollantaytambo Fortress, a showcase of Inca architectural grandeur that proudly stands in the valley. Among its stone walls, the whispers of the past transport you to an era of splendour and resislience. Then, you will board a train to Aguas Calientes, a magical town located at the foot of the legendary Inca citadel of Machu Picchu. Here, you will meet a guide who will be guiding you through the mysteries and wonders of this archaeological unique world site.
Day 6. Machu Picchu Tour
- Destination
Cusco - Hotel
Casa Andina Premium Cusco - Attractions
Machu Picchu
Finally, the day has arrived when you will visit one of the seven wonders of the modern world: Machu Picchu. After breakfast, you will embark on a journey to this archaeological site where each stone reveals ancient secrets and every corner breathes the essence of a lost civilization . Guided by the guide, you will explore the mysteries of Machu Picchu, enveloped by the mystical energy emanating from this ancient Inca citadel. Later, if you wish, you will have the opportunity to climb the heights of Huayna Picchu or the Machu Picchu Mountain, subject to availability, to view the landscape from new perspectives. Upon returning to Aguas Calientes, you wil start the return journey by train to Ollantaytambo. From there, you will be transferred to Cusco, back in the comfort of your hotel.
Note: The visit to the Machu Picchu ruins has a maximum duration of 3 hours.
Day 7. Discovering the Imperial City of Cusco
- Destination
Cusco - Hotel
Casa Andina Premium Cusco - Attractions
Koricancha
Dawn breaks in Cusco. After breakfast, the tour will take you to explore the architectural and spiritual treasures of this ancient city. Beginning with a visit to the Santo Domingo Cathedral, where resonant walls guard centuries of devotion and sacred art. You will then go to the Temple of the Sun, Koricancha, where the stones tell the story of Inca cosmology and reverence for the Sun God. The tour will continue to Kenko, Tambomachay, Puca Pucara, and the imposing fortress of Sacsayhuaman. These archaeological sites reveal layers of history and mystery that will transport you to past eras of greatness and splendour. At the end of this journey, return to the hotel.
Day 8. Lake Titicaca Train Experience from Cusco to Puno
- Destination
Puno - Hotel
GHL Hotel Lago Titicaca - Attractions
Lake Titicaca Train Experience
Today you will have a unique experience aboard the Lake Titicaca Train, one of the most legendary routes in the world. After breakfast, you will head to the train station to board the Lake Titicaca Train. During the day, you will enjoy a full journey aboard this legendary train, with lunch and snacks included. Finally, you will arrive in Puno, where you will be transferred to your hotel.
Day 9. Boat Ride on Lake Titicaca
- Destination
Puno - Hotel
GHL Hotel Lago Titicaca - Attractions
Islands of the Uros
After breakfast, you will embark on a unique adventure, sailing on the vast Lake Titicaca to reach the floating islands of the Uros, where you can marvel at the skill and life of the local population who build and inhabit these artificial islands. The tour will continue to the stunning Island of Taquile where you will discover the ancestral traditions and unique craftsmanship of its inhabitants. There, you will enjoy a lunch made with local regional ingredients before your return to the hotel in Puno.
Day 10. Lima
- Destination
Lima - Hotel
Hotel Pullman Lima Miraflores - Attractions
Lima
After enjoying a delicious breakfast, you will be transferred to Juliaca Airport to board the flight to Lima. Upon arrival in Lima, you will be greeted by a Peru InsideOut staff member who will take you directly to your hotel in the city. Enjoy the comfort and convenience of the accommodation as you prepare to continue with the adventures in the Peruvian capital the following day.
Day 11. Free Day in Lima
- Destination
Lima - Hotel
Hotel Pullman Lima Miraflores - Attractions
Free day
After breakfast, you will immerse yourself in the contrasts and nuances of this cosmopolitan city full of history. From the majestic colonial squares to the bohemian corners of its most modern neighbourhoods, every monument and every corner will reveal stories waiting to be discovered. It's a day to indulge in the acclaimed local cuisine, explore the traditional markets, or simply stroll through the streets and observe daily life. At the end of the day, return to the hotel.
Day 12. Lima
The day will begin with breakfast, marking the end of our services. It's time to say goodbye and head to the airport. Although our adventure together comes to an end, we hope that the memories and shared experiences will continue to inspire you for future journeys. We appreciate your company and trust, and hope to meet again on new trips.