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Inca history and beautiful sunsets Travel Peru, exploring the most fascinating spots and hidden highlights besides. This journey shows you the best of Peru – from dawn to dusk. Feel goose bumps at the site of sunrise at Machu Picchu, enjoy tea and smiles with a local family as the sun goes down over Lake Titicaca and make the most of your days exploring the history and culture of Peru, sometimes in the company of condors!
Enriching tailormade journeys – for you This bespoke journey features some of our favourite spots in Peru. You can choose to take our destination experts’ recommendations and travel just as you see the itinerary here, or contact us to add your own special touches; maybe a homestay or learn how to make the local drink, Pisco Sour. We’re here to design your perfect holiday. Call us on 0844 875 1896.
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Depart from the UK on the flight of your choice, arriving Lima late the same day.
Overnight Comfort Level Hotel
in Casa Andina Miraflores
Casa Andina Miraflores
A modern hotel with a distinct local flavour located in the heart of Miraflores. Miraflores has great shops and restaurants. Rooms are a good size, colourful and offer TV, air-conditioning, telephone and safe.
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Fly to Arequipa
Fly to Arequipa and settle into your hotel. This afternoon take a guided walk around this elegant city and visit the Santa Catalina Monastery where little has changed for nearly five centuries.
Overnight Comfort Level Hotel
in Casa Andina Classic (Arequipa) Included meals: Breakfast
Casa Andina Classic (Arequipa)
Built out of white volcanic stone, this hotel enjoys stunning views towards El Misti volcano from its 4th floor terrace. It is situated just a short, 6-block walk away from central Arequipa, so enjoys a more tranquil location. The rooms are well finished with modern fixtures and fittings and feature cable TV, safes, internet access and hair dryers in the bathrooms.
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To Colca Valley
Your scenic drive to the Colca Valley is almost as stunning as the destination. The route takes you to a higher altitude past giant volcanoes and herds of vicuña. On arrival you can bathe in one of the local hot springs.
Overnight Comfort Level Hotel
in Casa Andina Classic (Chivay) Included meals: Breakfast
Casa Andina Classic (Chivay)
A charmingly rustic and cosy hotel, designed in the form of a small village. The rooms are built in individual ‘casitas’ (small houses) each with a private bathroom. Enjoy wandering around the hotel's garden, with its pretty flowers, fountain and vegetable growing area. In the evening there’s the chance to visit the on site planetarium for a better understanding of the night sky.
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Condors and Lake Titicaca
Admire the majestic Condor in early morning flight at the canyon viewpoint as you drive across the altiplano to Puno, on the shores of Lake Titicaca.
Overnight Comfort Level Hotel
in Eco Inn Included meals: Breakfast
Eco Inn
Overlooking Lake Titicaca, the Eco Inn has a peaceful setting, allowing you to enjoy spectacular views and Andean sunrises surrounded by nature. Rooms are simple, yet comfortable, and there’s a nice restaurant at the hotel.
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Uros and Taquile Islands
Appreciate the beauty and immensity of Lake Titicaca as you journey by boat to Taquile island. Experience local hospitality as you stay overnight in a simple homestead.
There's time to see a spectacular sunrise over the lake this morning and explore the island, where life hasn’t changed for centuries. This afternoon leave by boat to return to Puno.
Overnight Comfort Level Hotel
in Eco Inn Included meals: Breakfast
7
Train to Cusco
An interesting train ride through Peruvian countryside takes you to the town of Cusco, where you'll check-in to your hotel. Cusco is located deep in the Andes at 3400m. Once capital of the Inca realm with palaces and gold clad temples, Cusco is now a lively town embodying past and present.
Overnight Comfort Level Hotel
in Casa Andina Plaza Cusco Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Casa Andina Plaza Cusco
Ideally located just a few steps away from the heart of Cusco, the Plaza de Armas, the Casa Andina is housed in an historic building with colonial features and part of an original Inca wall on display in the lobby. The rooms are comfortable and facilities include a restaurant and Wi-Fi internet connection.
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Cusco
Over the next two days you'll enjoy a tour of the town's main sights, a visit to the ruins at Saqsayhuaman and free time to explore as you wish.
Overnight Comfort Level Hotel
in Casa Andina Plaza Cusco Included meals: Breakfast
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Sacred Valley
The Sacred Valley was the heartland of the Incas and is now a beautiful home to many impressive ruins and scenes of Andean rural life. Today, enjoy a visit to colourful Pisac market and Pisac ruins.
Overnight Comfort Level Hotel
in La Casona de Yucay Included meals: Breakfast
La Casona de Yucay
Set in a peaceful location in the Sacred Valley village of Yucay, this hotel is run by a local family, providing a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. Rooms open out on to flowered patios around the lovely gardens and facilities include a spa, restaurant and bar, where you can learn how to make the famous Pisco sours.
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To Machu Picchu
A short train journey and exhilarating bus ride takes you up to Machu Picchu. Perched on a mountain saddle and almost perfectly preserved, this ancient mystical site is a wonder of the world.
Overnight Comfort Level Hotel
in El Mapi by Inkaterra Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner
El Mapi by Inkaterra
This stylish hotel blends contemporary design with comfort. Rooms are simple but elegant and public areas include a cafeteria serving light meals and snacks, bar, gift shop and computer room.
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To Cusco
A beautiful afternoon train ride and car journey takes you to Cusco.
Overnight Comfort Level Hotel
in Casa Andina Plaza Cusco Included meals: Breakfast
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Lima
Fly back to Lima for your last night in Peru's capital.
Overnight Comfort Level Hotel
in Casa Andina Miraflores Included meals: Breakfast
