Tailored Peru: Northern Gold to the Amazon

A private journey designed around your interests, from the royal tombs of the north to Machu Picchu and the Amazon.

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Trip Map

Route map of the 23-day tour: Lima, Chiclayo, Trujillo, Paracas, Nazca, Arequipa, Colca, Puno, Cusco, Machu Picchu and Tambopata

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Itinerary Summary

A quick day-by-day overview of your 23-day journey from Peru’s northern kingdoms to the Andes, Machu Picchu and the Amazon. Tap any day to see the details.

  1. Day 1Welcome to Lima: Your Peruvian Adventure BeginsLima
  2. Day 2Discover Lima: Colonial Charm & Coastal FlavorsLima
  3. Day 3Flight Lima to Chiclayo & Lord of Sipán Guided TourChiclayo
  4. Day 4Overland Bus Trip to Trujillo & LeisureTrujillo
  5. Day 5Chan Chan & Sun Temple Guided VisitTrujillo
  6. Day 6Flight Trujillo to Lima & Overland Bus Trip to ParacasParacas
  7. Day 7Set Sail to the Ballestas Islands & Escape to the Huacachina OasisNazca
  8. Day 8Soar Over the Nazca Lines & Journey to the White City of ArequipaArequipa
  9. Day 9Arequipa at Your Leisure: The White City AwaitsArequipa
  10. Day 10Journey Through the Majestic Colca ValleyColca Valley
  11. Day 11Witness the Flight of the Condor at Colca CanyonColca Valley
  12. Day 12Scenic Crossing: From the Colca Valley to PunoPuno
  13. Day 13Lake Titicaca: Island Discovery & Cultural ImmersionPuno
  14. Day 14Route of the Sun: A Scenic Journey from Puno to CuscoCusco
  15. Day 15Cusco at Your Leisure: The Imperial City AwaitsCusco
  16. Day 16Panoramic Train to Machu Picchu: A Journey Through TimeAguas Calientes
  17. Day 17Machu Picchu Revealed: Guided Discovery & Panoramic Train to CuscoCusco
  18. Day 18Cusco at Your Leisure: The Imperial City AwaitsCusco
  19. Day 19Tambopata Rainforest Expedition: Into the Heart of the JungleEco Amazonia Lodge
  20. Day 20Tambopata Rainforest Expedition: Wildlife, Nature & DiscoveryEco Amazonia Lodge
  21. Day 21Tambopata Rainforest Expedition: Farewell to the AmazonLima
  22. Day 22Lima at Your Leisure: A Last Taste of PeruLima
  23. Day 23International Flight HomeDeparture
In Detail

Detailed Itinerary

Every day of your trip, with where you'll spend the night.

Lima coastline and city skyline Day 1

Welcome to Lima: Your Peruvian Adventure Begins

Your private driver welcomes you in the arrivals hall and escorts you along the coast to your hotel in Miraflores. The rest of the day is yours: stroll the clifftop malecón, watch paragliders drift over the Pacific and enjoy a first taste of the cuisine that has made Lima one of the great food capitals of the world.

Overnight in Lima
Plaza Mayor and Cathedral in Lima's historic center Day 2

Discover Lima: Colonial Charm & Coastal Flavors

With your private guide, explore Lima’s UNESCO-listed historic center: the Plaza Mayor, the Cathedral and the San Francisco Monastery, whose baroque cloisters and underground catacombs hold centuries of history. Then head back to the coast, where Miraflores and Barranco reveal the modern, ocean-facing side of the capital and its celebrated seafood.

Overnight in Lima
Gold ornaments of the Lord of Sipán Day 3

Flight Lima to Chiclayo & Lord of Sipán Guided Tour

Fly north to Chiclayo, the “City of Friendship”. With your private guide, visit Huaca Rajada, where the intact tomb of the Lord of Sipán was discovered in 1987, one of the greatest archaeological finds in the Americas, and the Royal Tombs of Sipán Museum in Lambayeque, where the gold, silver and turquoise treasures of this Moche ruler are displayed just as they were found.

Flight to Chiclayo Overnight in Chiclayo
Colorful colonial mansions on the Plaza de Armas of Trujillo Day 4

Overland Bus Trip to Trujillo & Leisure

Travel south along the Pacific coast by comfortable bus to Trujillo, the elegant colonial “City of Eternal Spring” (approx. 3.5 hours). The rest of the day is at leisure to admire the colorful mansions around the Plaza de Armas or enjoy the sea breeze and fresh ceviche at nearby Huanchaco.

Bus to Trujillo Overnight in Trujillo
Adobe walls and friezes of Chan Chan, Trujillo Day 5

Chan Chan & Sun Temple Guided Visit

A day among the great civilizations of Peru’s north coast. Walk through Chan Chan, the Chimú capital and the largest adobe city in the Americas, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with its walls of carved fish and seabirds. Then stand beneath the massive Huaca del Sol, the Moche Temple of the Sun, and step inside the neighboring Huaca de la Luna to see its vivid painted friezes.

Overnight in Trujillo
Desert cliffs and ocean in the Paracas National Reserve Day 6

Flight Trujillo to Lima & Overland Bus Trip to Paracas

Take a morning flight from Trujillo to Lima and continue by comfortable bus south along the coast to the bay of Paracas (approx. 3.5 hours). Settle into your hotel by the sea, where ochre desert cliffs and red-sand beaches meet the Pacific.

Flight to Lima Bus to Paracas Overnight in Paracas
Sea lions on the rocks of the Ballestas Islands Day 7

Set Sail to the Ballestas Islands & Escape to the Huacachina Oasis

Board a morning boat to the Ballestas Islands, the “Peruvian Galápagos”, passing the giant Candelabra geoglyph to see sea lions, Humboldt penguins and thousands of seabirds. Continue to the Huacachina Oasis, a lagoon framed by towering dunes, then carry on to Nazca.

Overnight in Nazca
Nazca Lines seen from a light aircraft Day 8

Soar Over the Nazca Lines & Journey to the White City of Arequipa

Take off on a light aircraft over the desert to see the hummingbird, the monkey and the other mysterious figures of the Nazca Lines, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Then journey south through desert valleys and along coastal cliffs to Arequipa, the elegant “White City” built of volcanic sillar stone.

Overnight in Arequipa
Arequipa Plaza de Armas with El Misti volcano Day 9

Arequipa at Your Leisure: The White City Awaits

A free day in Arequipa. Wander the colorful streets of the Santa Catalina Monastery, a city within the city, admire El Misti volcano from the Yanahuara viewpoint, or visit the Museo Santuarios Andinos, home of the Inca ice maiden “Juanita”.

Overnight in Arequipa
Agricultural terraces of the Colca Valley Day 10

Journey Through the Majestic Colca Valley

Cross the high plateau through the Salinas y Aguada Blanca reserve, where wild vicuñas graze, to the Patapampa viewpoint, surrounded by volcanoes. Descend into the Colca Valley, with its ancient terraces and traditional villages, and end the day soaking in natural hot springs.

Overnight in Colca Valley
Andean condor soaring over the Colca Canyon Day 11

Witness the Flight of the Condor at Colca Canyon

Set out early for the Cruz del Cóndor viewpoint, perched above one of the deepest canyons in the world, to watch the majestic Andean condors ride the morning thermals. On the way back, visit the colonial churches and villages of Maca and Yanque.

Overnight in Colca Valley
High Andean lagoon on the road from Colca to Puno Day 12

Scenic Crossing: From the Colca Valley to Puno

A scenic journey across the altiplano, past high-altitude lagoons, volcanic peaks and herds of llamas and alpacas, to Puno, the folkloric capital of Peru, on the shores of Lake Titicaca.

Overnight in Puno
Uros floating reed islands on Lake Titicaca Day 13

Lake Titicaca: Island Discovery & Cultural Immersion

Sail across Lake Titicaca, the world’s highest navigable lake, to the Uros Floating Islands, built entirely of totora reeds by the families who live on them. Continue to Taquile Island, known for its textile tradition, for a walk along its stone paths and lunch with views of the Bolivian Andes.

Overnight in Puno
Snow-capped peaks at La Raya Pass on the Route of the Sun Day 14

Route of the Sun: A Scenic Journey from Puno to Cusco

Travel from Lake Titicaca to Cusco along the Route of the Sun, crossing La Raya Pass at over 4,300 m and visiting the Pucará museum, the great Inca temple of Raqchi and the church of Andahuaylillas, known as the “Sistine Chapel of the Americas”.

Overnight in Cusco
Red rooftops and churches of Cusco Day 15

Cusco at Your Leisure: The Imperial City Awaits

A free day in the ancient capital of the Incas. Visit the Cathedral and its colonial art, wander the artisans’ quarter of San Blas, find the Twelve-Angled Stone or simply enjoy a coffee overlooking the Plaza de Armas.

Overnight in Cusco
Observatory car of a panoramic train to Machu Picchu Day 16

Panoramic Train to Machu Picchu: A Journey Through Time

Board a panoramic train through the Sacred Valley, following the Urubamba River as the landscape turns from Andean fields to cloud forest. Arrive in Aguas Calientes, at the foot of Machu Picchu, and spend a relaxed afternoon in this mountain town.

Panoramic train Overnight in Aguas Calientes
Guided tour of the Machu Picchu citadel Day 17

Machu Picchu Revealed: Guided Discovery & Panoramic Train to Cusco

Take an early bus up to Machu Picchu and discover the Inca citadel with your private guide: its temples, terraces and the Intihuatana stone, set between towering green peaks. After the tour, return to Aguas Calientes and board the panoramic train back to Cusco.

Good to Know

  • Duration: the guided tour lasts approx. 2–2.5 hours.
  • Bus: the shuttle between Aguas Calientes and Machu Picchu takes approx. 25 minutes each way.
  • Tickets & circuits: entry tickets are sold for a specific time slot and circuit, and the route inside the citadel depends on the circuit booked. Re-entry is not permitted.
  • Passport: you must carry the original passport used to book your ticket.
  • Huayna Picchu & Machu Picchu Mountain: these hikes require a separate ticket and must be booked in advance.
  • What to bring: sunscreen, a hat, insect repellent, a rain jacket and water. Large backpacks, walking sticks without rubber tips, and food are not allowed inside the site.
Panoramic train Overnight in Cusco
Plaza de Armas of Cusco with its cathedral Day 18

Cusco at Your Leisure: The Imperial City Awaits

No schedule today, just Cusco at your own pace. Sip a locally grown coffee in a colonial courtyard, try a chocolate workshop, or join the locals on the benches of the Plaza de Armas. In the evening, discover the city’s creative cuisine, where Andean ingredients meet modern flavors.

Overnight in Cusco
Monkey Island on the Madre de Dios River in Tambopata Day 19

Tambopata Rainforest Expedition: Into the Heart of the Jungle

Fly from Cusco to Puerto Maldonado and transfer to the river port for a boat ride down the Madre de Dios River to Eco Amazonia Lodge. After a welcome drink and lunch, take a short walk through the forest and visit Monkey Island, a protected island where rescued monkeys live in semi-freedom. In the evening, set out by boat to spot caimans along the riverbank.

Flight to Puerto Maldonado Overnight in Eco Amazonia Lodge
Canoe on Lake Sandoval in the Tambopata National Reserve Day 20

Tambopata Rainforest Expedition: Wildlife, Nature & Discovery

Early breakfast and excursion to Lake Sandoval, inside the Tambopata National Reserve. Walk through the forest, then paddle a canoe across the lake surrounded by aguaje palms, looking for giant river otters, hoatzins, macaws and turtles. In the afternoon, climb the lodge’s lookout tower for sweeping views over the canopy at sunset, followed by an optional night walk.

Overnight in Eco Amazonia Lodge
Scarlet macaws in the Tambopata rainforest Day 21

Tambopata Rainforest Expedition: Farewell to the Amazon

Early-morning bird watching around the lodge, when the forest is at its most active. After breakfast, return by boat to Puerto Maldonado and transfer to the airport for your flight back to Lima, where your driver takes you to your hotel.

Flight to Lima Overnight in Lima
Bridge of Sighs in Barranco, Lima Day 22

Lima at Your Leisure: A Last Taste of Peru

A free day to enjoy Lima at your own pace before heading home. Walk along the clifftop malecón from Miraflores to Barranco, with paragliders gliding overhead, cross the romantic Bridge of Sighs, explore Barranco’s colorful streets and murals, and stay to watch the sunset over the Pacific, the perfect farewell to Peru.

Overnight in Lima
Jorge Chávez International Airport in Lima Day 23

International Flight Home

Enjoy a final morning in Lima: visit the Larco Museum and its pre-Columbian treasures or join a cooking class to learn the secrets of ceviche and pisco sour. At the agreed time, a private transfer takes you to the airport for your international flight home. End of services.

Transfer to the airport · End of services
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What's Included

A transparent breakdown of what's covered in your package and what isn't.

Included

  • Private arrival and departure transfers
  • 20 nights in hotels of your chosen category, with daily breakfast, plus 2 nights at Eco Amazonia Lodge
  • Private guided Lima city tour: historic center, San Francisco Monastery, Miraflores & Barranco
  • Guided visit to Huaca Rajada and the Royal Tombs of Sipán Museum
  • Bus tickets Chiclayo – Trujillo and Lima – Paracas
  • Guided visit to Chan Chan and the Huacas del Sol y de la Luna
  • Ballestas Islands boat trip and visit to the Huacachina Oasis
  • Nazca Lines overflight and journey to Arequipa
  • 2-day Colca Valley tour with Cruz del Cóndor and transfer to Puno
  • Full-day Lake Titicaca tour: Uros & Taquile Islands with lunch
  • Route of the Sun journey Puno – Cusco with guided stops
  • Round-trip panoramic train to Machu Picchu
  • Machu Picchu entrance ticket, private guided tour and round-trip shuttle bus
  • 3-day / 2-night Tambopata program at Eco Amazonia Lodge with meals and excursions
  • All entrance fees for the visits listed in the itinerary
  • 24/7 assistance during your trip

Not Included

  • International flights
  • Domestic flights Lima – Chiclayo, Trujillo – Lima and Cusco – Puerto Maldonado – Lima (quoted separately)
  • Travel insurance
  • Meals not specified in the itinerary
  • Activities and entrance fees on free days
  • Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain tickets
  • Tips and personal expenses
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