Travelers looking for unforgettable experiences can explore Peru through a variety of luxury travel packages and customized itineraries. Planning a trip can sometimes feel overwhelming, especially with so many destinations and itinerary options to consider. With careful planning, you can create a memorable itinerary that combines Peru’s most iconic destinations with experiences tailored to your interests. Here are three luxury Peru travel itineraries to help you plan your next trip.
The first step in planning a successful trip is deciding which destinations and attractions you want to visit. Your budget and available travel time will also influence the destinations and experiences you can include. Those who prefer a hassle-free experience, you can work with a tour operator to create an itinerary tailored to your interests, schedule, and budget, and even find luxury vacation deals. If you prefer a hassle-free experience, you can work with a tour operator to create an itinerary tailored to your interests, schedule, and budget.
A classic luxury trip to Peru often combines Lima, Cusco, the Sacred Valley, and Machu Picchu into one itinerary. This Machu Picchu luxury tour typically takes 7 days, though this will depend on the specific itinerary and activities. After exploring Lima, travelers fly to Cusco and continue to the Sacred Valley before visiting Machu Picchu. The itinerary concludes with additional sightseeing in Cusco. Here are some itinerary details:
| Activities | Location | |
| Day 1 | Welcome to Peru! Upon arrival in Lima, transfer to your selected hotel. | Peru – arrival in Lima |
| Day 2 | Explore Lima and enjoy a private city tour featuring the capital’s main cultural and historical attractions. | Lima |
| Day 3 | Fly from Lima to Cusco, then explore the archaeological site of Pisac and its traditional market in the town of Pisac. | Lima – Cusco – Sacred Valley |
| Day 4 | Explore Maras, Moray, and the impressive archaeological site of Ollantaytambo. | Sacred Valley |
| Day 5 | Take a scenic train ride to Aguas Calientes, enjoy a private tour of Machu Picchu, and return to Cusco. | Sacred Valley – Machu Picchu – Cusco |
| Day 6 | Visit Cusco Cathedral and Qorikancha, then explore the nearby archaeological sites of Qenqo, Puka Pukara, and Tambomachay. | Cusco |
| Day 7 | Departure flight from Cusco back to Lima. | Cusco to Lima |
Peru also offers unforgettable Amazon experiences for travelers interested in wildlife, nature, and local culture. This 9-day itinerary combines the Amazon rainforest with Cusco, the Sacred Valley, and Machu Picchu. It is ideal for travelers interested in wildlife, Amazonian ecosystems, local culture, and Inca history. Here are some excursion details to consider:
| Activities | Location | |
| Day 1 | Welcome to Peru! Upon arrival in Lima, transfer to your selected hotel. | Peru – arrival in Lima |
| Day 2 | Fly from Lima to Puerto Maldonado and enjoy a half-day wildlife excursion in Tambopata National Reserve. | Lima – Tambopata National Reserve |
| Day 3 | Explore Sandoval Lake on a full-day excursion in the Tambopata area. | Tambopata National Reserve |
| Day 4 | Explore Hacienda Concepción and Rolin Island on a full-day excursion. | Tambopata National Reserve |
| Day 5 | Fly from Puerto Maldonado to Cusco, cross the Andes, and stop at Awanacancha, a center dedicated to Andean culture and camelids. | Tambopata National Reserve – Cusco – Sacred Valley |
| Day 6 | Explore Maras, Moray, and the impressive archaeological site of Ollantaytambo. | Sacred Valley |
| Day 7 | Take a scenic train ride to Aguas Calientes, enjoy a private tour of Machu Picchu, and return to Cusco. | Sacred Valley – Machu Picchu – Cusco |
| Day 8 | Visit Cusco Cathedral and Qorikancha, then explore the nearby archaeological sites of Qenqo, Puka Pukara, and Tambomachay. | Cusco |
| Day 9 | Departure flight from Cusco back to Lima. | Cusco to Lima |
For travelers with more time, this 12-day itinerary explores southern Peru, combining Arequipa, Colca Canyon, Lake Titicaca, Cusco, the Sacred Valley, and Machu Picchu. The route offers a broader introduction to southern Peru’s landscapes, history, and Andean culture. This Peru private tour allows you to experience history, tradition, nature, enchanting landscapes, and much more. Below is a detailed daily itinerary of the experience:
| Activities | Location | |
| Day 1 | Welcome to Peru! Upon arrival in Lima, transfer to your selected hotel. | Peru – arrival in Lima |
| Day 2 | Explore Lima, the city of kings, and enjoy a deluxe city tour. | Lima |
| Day 3 | Fly from Lima to Arequipa and visit the Andean Sanctuaries Museum, home of the famous Juanita mummy, followed by a half-day city tour including the Yanahuara viewpoint. | Lima – Arequipa |
| Day 4 | Take a full-day excursion to Chivay and explore the landscapes and traditional communities of the Colca Valley. | Arequipa – Colca Canyon |
| Day 5 | Look for Andean condors in Colca Canyon before traveling privately from Chivay to Puno. | Colca Canyon – Puno |
| Day 6 | Enjoy a private tour of Lake Titicaca, including visits to the Uros Islands and Taquile Island. | Puno |
| Day 7 | Travel from Puno to Cusco on a full-day journey across the Andes. | Puno – Cusco |
| Day 8 | Visit Cusco Cathedral and Qorikancha, then explore the nearby archaeological sites of Qenqo, Puka Pukara, and Tambomachay. | Cusco |
| Day 9 | Be amazed by the mystery of the Pisac Inca complex and the colorful traditional market in Pisac village. | Sacred Valley |
| Day 10 | Explore Maras, Moray, and the impressive archaeological site of Ollantaytambo. | Sacred Valley |
| Day 11 | Take a scenic train ride to Aguas Calientes, enjoy a private tour of Machu Picchu, and return to Cusco. | Sacred Valley – Machu Picchu – Cusco |
| Day 12 | Departure flight from Cusco back to Lima. | Cusco to Lima |
We hope these sample itineraries help you plan your next trip to Peru. Explore our other Peru travel packages to find an itinerary that suits your interests and schedule. All of these itineraries can be customized to match your interests, travel dates, and preferred pace. Ready to start planning your trip to Peru? Contact our travel advisors to create a personalized itinerary.
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