9-Day Peru with Friends: Titicaca & Machu Picchu

9 days of shared adventures for your crew: Cusco, Machu Picchu, the Route of the Sun and Lake Titicaca.

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9 Days in Peru for Friends: Lake Titicaca & Machu Picchu

This 9-day Peru trip with friends brings together adventure, culture and great food for your whole group. Fly to Cusco to settle in, then ride the panoramic train to Machu Picchu. Follow the Route of the Sun past Andahuaylillas and Raqchi to Puno and sail to the Uros and Taquile Islands on Lake Titicaca before a last day in Lima. We handle every detail so your group can simply enjoy the ride.

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Itinerary Summary

Your 9-day Peru trip with friends at a glance, from Cusco and Machu Picchu to Lake Titicaca. Tap any day to see the details.

  1. Day 1Welcome to Lima: Your Peruvian Adventure BeginsLima
  2. Day 2Discover Lima: Classic City Tour & Time at Your LeisureLima
  3. Day 3Flight to Cusco & Leisure to AcclimatizeCusco
  4. Day 4Ride the Panoramic Train to Machu Picchu: A Voyage Through Inca LandsAguas Calientes
  5. Day 5Machu Picchu Revealed: Guided DiscoveryCusco
  6. Day 6Route of the Sun: A Scenic Journey from Cusco to PunoPuno
  7. Day 7Lake Titicaca: Boat Trip & Island DiscoveryPuno
  8. Day 8Morning Flight to Lima & Day at Your LeisureLima
  9. Day 9International Flight HomeDeparture
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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
Miraflores cliffs over the Pacific Ocean in Lima Day 2

Discover Lima: Classic City Tour & Time at Your Leisure

Explore Lima with your private guide, starting in the historic center with the Plaza Mayor, the Cathedral and the San Francisco Monastery and its catacombs. Continue to the clifftop districts of Miraflores and Barranco, with ocean views from the Love Park and the colorful streets of Lima’s bohemian quarter, then enjoy the afternoon at leisure.

Overnight in Lima
Red rooftops and churches of Cusco Day 3

Flight to Cusco & Leisure to Acclimatize

Fly over the Andes to Cusco (approx. 3,400 m), the ancient capital of the Incas. Your driver takes you to your hotel, where the rest of the day is yours to rest and acclimatize. Take it easy, drink plenty of water and enjoy a first evening stroll to the Plaza de Armas as the city lights up.

Flight to Cusco Overnight in Cusco
Observatory car of a panoramic train to Machu Picchu Day 4

Ride the Panoramic Train to Machu Picchu: A Voyage Through Inca Lands

Your driver takes you from Cusco through the Sacred Valley to Ollantaytambo, where you board the panoramic train along the Urubamba River. Glass ceilings frame the snow-capped peaks as the landscape turns to cloud forest. Arrive in Aguas Calientes, at the foot of Machu Picchu, and enjoy a relaxed afternoon in this mountain town.

Panoramic train Overnight in Aguas Calientes
Guided tour of the Machu Picchu citadel Day 5

Machu Picchu Revealed: Guided Discovery

Take an early bus up to Machu Picchu and discover the Inca citadel with your private guide: the Main Plaza, the Temple of the Sun and the Intihuatana stone, set between towering green peaks above the Urubamba River. 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
Temple of Wiracocha walls at Raqchi on the Route of the Sun Day 6

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

From the capital of the Incas to the shores of Lake Titicaca. Visit the golden interior of Andahuaylillas, the “Sistine Chapel of the Americas”, and the colossal Inca temple of Raqchi, then climb to La Raya Pass at over 4,300 m, where snow-capped peaks rise above herds of llamas and alpacas. After a stop at the Pucará museum, descend across the altiplano to Puno.

Overnight in Puno
Lake Titicaca and its islands near Puno Day 7

Lake Titicaca: Boat Trip & Island Discovery

Set sail on Lake Titicaca, the world’s highest navigable lake. First stop: the Uros Floating Islands, woven entirely from totora reeds by families who still live on them today. Continue to Taquile Island, whose textile art is recognized by UNESCO and where the men are master knitters, for a walk along its stone paths and a lunch of fresh lake trout with views of the Bolivian Andes.

Overnight in Puno
Plaza Mayor and Cathedral in Lima's historic center Day 8

Morning Flight to Lima & Day at Your Leisure

Transfer to Juliaca airport for your morning flight to Lima. The rest of the day is yours: walk the clifftop malecón from Miraflores to bohemian Barranco, browse its galleries and murals, or enjoy a farewell dinner overlooking the Pacific.

Flight to Lima Overnight in Lima
Jorge Chávez International Airport in Lima Day 9

International Flight Home

Enjoy a final morning in Lima: visit the Larco Museum and its pre-Columbian treasures or stroll through bohemian Barranco. 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
  • 8 nights in hotels of your chosen category, with daily breakfast
  • Private guided Lima city tour: historic center & San Francisco Monastery
  • Transfer Cusco – Ollantaytambo and panoramic train to Machu Picchu and return to Cusco
  • Machu Picchu entrance ticket, private guided tour and round-trip shuttle bus
  • Route of the Sun journey Cusco – Puno with guided stops
  • Full-day Lake Titicaca tour: Uros & Taquile Islands with lunch
  • All entrance fees for the visits listed in the itinerary
  • 24/7 assistance during your trip

Not Included

  • Domestic flights Lima – Cusco and Juliaca – Lima (quoted separately)
  • International flights
  • 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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Tour Package Rates

Per person based on double / twin room accommodation. Choose your preferred service level.

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$2275Estimated Total
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Standard premium service, upgraded hotels
$2699Estimated Total
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9-Day Peru with Friends: Titicaca & Machu Picchu: Your Questions

What's included in this 9-day Peru trip with friends?

It includes 8 nights in your chosen hotel category with breakfast, private transfers, a guided Lima tour, panoramic trains, a guided visit to Machu Picchu, the Route of the Sun with lunch and a full-day Lake Titicaca tour.

Can we add activities for our group of friends?

Yes. We can add a pisco tasting, a cooking class, a night out in Barranco or extra adventure activities, and arrange rooms for your group.

Can I travel from Cusco to Puno by luxury train?

Yes. Instead of the Route of the Sun tour, you can travel on the Andean Explorer, a luxury sleeper train, or the PeruRail Titicaca train, with fine dining and panoramic views. Ask us for availability and rates.

When should I travel on this 9-day itinerary?

April to November is the dry season in Cusco and on Lake Titicaca, with very cold nights from June to August.

How do I manage the altitude on this route?

Cusco (approx. 3,400 m) comes first, then Machu Picchu, which is lower. Lake Titicaca (approx. 3,830 m) is the highest point and comes later, when you are already acclimatized. Drink plenty of water and check with your doctor if you have a medical condition.

How much does the 9-day Peru trip with friends cost?

The price per person varies with the hotel category (Essential 2★, Comfort 3★, Superior 4★ or Deluxe 5★) and the size of your group. Check the Rates tab for current prices per person in a double or twin room.

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