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Essential Peru

13 days - from $2635

Experience the essential highlights of Peru including Arequipa, Colca Canyon and the Sacred Valley We discover the treasures of the ancient Peruvian civilisations in the great museums of Lima, before flying south to Arequipa. With the magnificent Misti Volcano forming a backdrop, this region offers great opportunities for outdoor activities. We stay overnight in the spectacular Colca Canyon, a good place to spot the giant Andean condor, before travelling on into the very heartland of the old Inca Empire. We discover the colonial centre of Cusco and venture into the surrounding hills. Out in the Sacred Valley we follow the Urubamba River from the market town of Pisac down to the fortress ruins of Ollantaytambo and then finally arrive at Machu Picchu. We also encounter rural life first-hand on a visit to the Peru's Challenge project, before finishing our tour back in lively Lima.

Highlights

  • Arequipa’s Cathedral
  • Catch the condors of Colca Canyon
  • Cusco Fiestas
  • Ollantaytambo
  • Sample ceviche in Lima
  • Take in Machu Picchu
  • The perfect pisco sour?

Itinerary:

Day 1-2: (Wed) Arrive in Lima and transfer to hotel. Tour of Colonial Lima.3-4: Fly to Arequipa. City tour and optional activities.5-6: Overnight visit to the Colca Canyon. Return to Arequipa.7-8: Fly to Cusco. Walking tour of Cusco.9: Full-day tour to the Sacred Valley including Pisac and Ollantaytambo.10: Morning visit to Peru's Challenge. Afternoon free in Cusco.11-12: Train to Aguas Calientes and visit Machu Picchu. Return to Cusco.13: Fly to Lima where trip ends on arrival (Mon).
Included: Local tour leader, arrival transfer, transport, sightseeing and entrance fees.
Not Included: International flights, airport departure tax, visas where required, meals not included in the itinerary, insurance, laundry, any optional tours or activities during free time, tips and items of a personal nature.
Meals: 12 breakfasts
Valid From: 01 Jan 07
Valid Until: 31 Dec 69
Starts/Ends: Lima to Lima
Trip Reference: PSEP

Dates & Prices

Start End Tour PriceLocal FlightTotal Prepaid Cost in US$ Availability
18 Aug 1030 Aug 10$1990 $645$2635
15 Sep 1027 Sep 10$1990 $645$2635
22 Sep 1004 Oct 10$1990 $645$2635
13 Oct 1025 Oct 10$1990 $645$2635
27 Oct 1008 Nov 10$1990 $645$2635
10 Nov 1022 Nov 10$1990 $645$2635
24 Nov 1006 Dec 10$1990 $645$2635
08 Dec 1020 Dec 10$1990 $645$2635
22 Dec 1003 Jan 11$1990 $645$2635
29 Dec 1010 Jan 11$1990 $645$2635
19 Jan 1131 Jan 11$1990 $645$2635
02 Feb 1114 Feb 11$1990 $645$2635
16 Feb 1128 Feb 11$1990 $645$2635
02 Mar 1114 Mar 11$1990 $645$2635
09 Mar 1121 Mar 11$1990 $645$2635
16 Mar 1128 Mar 11$1990 $645$2635
30 Mar 1111 Apr 11$1990 $645$2635
13 Apr 1125 Apr 11$1990 $645$2635
20 Apr 1102 May 11$1990 $645$2635
27 Apr 1109 May 11$1990 $645$2635
04 May 1116 May 11$1990 $645$2635
11 May 1123 May 11$1990 $645$2635
18 May 1130 May 11$1990 $645$2635
01 Jun 1113 Jun 11$1990 $645$2635
08 Jun 1120 Jun 11$1990 $645$2635
15 Jun 1127 Jun 11$1990 $645$2635
22 Jun 1104 Jul 11$1990 $645$2635

Prices and itineraries shown for tours departing from January 2010 onwards are subject to change and confirmation with the publication of our 2010/11 brochure, due to be published in October 2009.