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Sacred Peru

Discover Peru and explore the capital of Lima, the mystical Sacred Valley, the fascinating Incan culture, & more!

11 Days | 1 Countries
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Summary

This 11-day Peru tour is a must for adventurous travellers! Explore the Peruvian capital, Lima, volcanic Arequipa, and the Uros' floating islands on Lake Titicaca. Discover ancient Incan culture in the Sacred Valley and opt for bucket-list experiences like the unforgettable Machu Picchu Day Trip on this immersive cultural journey.

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Tour Overview

Start Point IconStart Point

Hotel in Lima

End Point IconEnd Point

Hotel in Lima

Accommodation IconAccommodation

10 Nights, (3 & 4 star hotels)

10 Nights

(3 & 4 star hotels)

Meals IconMeals

10 Breakfasts | 2 Lunches | 3 Dinners

10 Breakfasts

2 Lunches

3 Dinners

Transport IconTransport

Air-conditioned coach | Plane

Air-conditioned coach

Plane

Tour Type IconTour Type

Fully-guided tour

Fully-guided tour

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Itinerary

Start Point IconStart Point

Hotel in Lima | Welcome meeting at 06:00 PM

End Point IconEnd Point

Hotel in Lima | 10:00 AM

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Hola Peru! The first stop is Lima, Peru’s capital city. Arrive at the hotel, check in and freshen up. This evening, meet your tour leader and fellow Expat Explore travellers for a tour briefing and find out more about what to look forward to over the next 11 days! Afterwards, enjoy a welcome dinner with the group.

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Experiences:
Included
Enjoy a welcome dinner in Lima

Celebrate the first night of the tour with a group welcome dinner in Lima!

Included
Enjoy a welcome dinner in Lima

Celebrate the first night of the tour with a group welcome dinner in Lima!

hotelIbis Larco Hotel (or similar)
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After breakfast, transfer to Jorge Chavez International Airport. Catch a short flight to Arequipa. This colonial town is filled with Baroque architecture and bordered by three impressive volcanoes! Arrive and check into the hotel before embarking on a city tour with a local guide. Explore more and be sure to try some local street food during free time this afternoon.

mealsBreakfast
Experiences:
Included
Explore Arequipa on a city tour

Tour Arequipa's quaint cobbled streets and unique sillar (a volcanic material) buildings, visiting Santa Catalina Monastery, Basilica Cathedral, and Museo Santuarios Andinos.

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Explore Arequipa on a city tour

Tour Arequipa's quaint cobbled streets and unique sillar (a volcanic material) buildings, visiting Santa Catalina Monastery, Basilica Cathedral, and Museo Santuarios Andinos.

hotelCasa Andina Standard Arequipa (or similar)
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Take it easy this morning in Arequipa before transferring to Puno at lunchtime. En route, stop at Pampa Cañahuas. Admire the scenery, sip on local coca leaf tea and keep an eye out for indigenous wildlife and birdlife. See if you can spot vicuñas (similar to llamas)! Arrive in Puna this evening and check into the hotel.

mealsBreakfast
Experiences:
Included
Visit Pampa Cañahuas Natural Reserve

Stop at Pampa Cañahuas Natural Reserve and spot some vicuñas (animals similar to llamas) and sample coca leaf tea, as the locals do.

Included
Visit Pampa Cañahuas Natural Reserve

Stop at Pampa Cañahuas Natural Reserve and spot some vicuñas (animals similar to llamas) and sample coca leaf tea, as the locals do.

hotelHotel Hacienda Puno (or similar)
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Wander Puno’s streets at your own pace this morning. Visit the Baroque cathedral, the Arco Deustua archway or the Museo Carlos Dreyer. This afternoon, encounter a different way of life on Lake Titicaca. Jet off on a speed boat to the floating Uros Islands which are created by hand by the Uru people. Return to Puno in the late afternoon.

mealsBreakfast
Experiences:
Included
Travel to the floating islands of Uros on a speed boat

These floating islands were created by the Uru people generations ago. Meet locals in colorful traditional dress, observe handcrafted artisanry, and enjoy vibrant folk dances.

Included
Travel to the floating islands of Uros on a speed boat

These floating islands were created by the Uru people generations ago. Meet locals in colorful traditional dress, observe handcrafted artisanry, and enjoy vibrant folk dances.

hotelHotel Hacienda Puno (or similar)
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Enjoy Peruvian countryside scenery on today’s journey. First stop is the Incan ruins of Pucará. Next, pass through La Raya and enjoy panoramic views. Then, visit Raqchi, an ancient Incan fortress. Last stop is Urubamba. Here, see the “Sistine Chapel of Latin America”. Finally, arrive in El Valle Sagrado, check into the hotel and enjoy a dinner with the group.

mealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Experiences:
Included
Visit Pucará

Pucará, as it’s also known, is known for its pottery, the Pucará Stone Museum with its selection of ceramics and sculptures from pre-Inca culture.

Included
Visit Pucará

Pucará, as it’s also known, is known for its pottery, the Pucará Stone Museum with its selection of ceramics and sculptures from pre-Inca culture.

Included
See the ruins of Raqchi and the Temple of Wiracocha

The ruins of Raqchi are renowned for the Temple of Wiracocha built in honour of Wiracocha, a deity believed to be the giver of life.

Included
See the ruins of Raqchi and the Temple of Wiracocha

The ruins of Raqchi are renowned for the Temple of Wiracocha built in honour of Wiracocha, a deity believed to be the giver of life.

Included
Explore the Church of Andahuaylillas

Named the “The Sistine Chapel of the Andes”, this church was built according to Spanish traditions and dedicated to Saint Peter the Apostle.

Included
Explore the Church of Andahuaylillas

Named the “The Sistine Chapel of the Andes”, this church was built according to Spanish traditions and dedicated to Saint Peter the Apostle.

hotelSan Agustin Urubamba (or similar)
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Tour the Sacred Valley today. Travel deep into the area, past local villages and striking mountain ranges. Learn about intriguing Incan history and culture. Visit the town of Ollantaytambo and see the incredible Incan fortress. Get a glimpse into local life during a stop at a local marketplace. Arrive at the hotel in Urubamba later this evening.

mealsBreakfast, Lunch
Experiences:
Included
Embark on a guided tour of the Sacred Valley

Explore the most significant Inca sites in the valley outside of Machu Picchu with a local guide. Stop at a marketplace for lunch and shopping.

Included
Embark on a guided tour of the Sacred Valley

Explore the most significant Inca sites in the valley outside of Machu Picchu with a local guide. Stop at a marketplace for lunch and shopping.

Included
Explore the Ollantaytambo Archaeological Complex

Built on the site of ancient ruins, Ollantaytambo’s impressive terraces were the base for Incan ceremonies and the royal estate of the Incan Emperor.

Included
Explore the Ollantaytambo Archaeological Complex

Built on the site of ancient ruins, Ollantaytambo’s impressive terraces were the base for Incan ceremonies and the royal estate of the Incan Emperor.

hotelSan Agustin Urubamba (or similar)
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Enjoy a free day in the Sacred Valley or join the optional, locally-guided tour to Machu Picchu! Nestled in the Andean mountains, the journey is quite a trek but definitely worth it to see one of the New 7 Wonders of the World! Learn more about Machu Picchu’s intricate buildings and the mysterious history behind its creation.

mealsBreakfast
Experiences:
Optional
Machu Picchu Day Trip

Travel to Machu Picchu and explore the ruins of this ancient UNESCO World Heritage Site, voted one of the New 7 Wonders of the World!

Optional
Machu Picchu Day Trip

Travel to Machu Picchu and explore the ruins of this ancient UNESCO World Heritage Site, voted one of the New 7 Wonders of the World!

hotelSan Agustin Urubamba (or similar)
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Enjoy the last few views of the Sacred Valley en route to Cusco. On the way, see an excellent example of Incan architecture at Sacsayhuaman. This fortress-temple is made of enormous, intricately stacked rocks. Next up is Cusco, the former capital of the Incan empire. Explore Cusco with a local guide this afternoon. Enjoy free time this evening.

mealsBreakfast
Experiences:
Included
Take a guided tour of Sacsayhuaman ruins

Visit the Inca ruins of Sacsayhuaman, perched 3km above Cusco. See huge rocks stacked with impressive precision and amazing views of Cusco and surrounds!

Included
Take a guided tour of Sacsayhuaman ruins

Visit the Inca ruins of Sacsayhuaman, perched 3km above Cusco. See huge rocks stacked with impressive precision and amazing views of Cusco and surrounds!

Included
Tour Cusco with a local guide

Once the capital of the Incan Empire, Cusco is an intriguing city to explore. Gain fascinating insights into the local history and culture.

Included
Tour Cusco with a local guide

Once the capital of the Incan Empire, Cusco is an intriguing city to explore. Gain fascinating insights into the local history and culture.

hotelInkarri Cusco (or similar)
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Travel to Peru’s capital city Lima on a short flight this morning. Join a local guide for a Lima city tour. See the city’s highlights including the Plaza de Armas, the Cathedral of Lima and Plaza San Francisco. Stroll through the Miraflores neighbourhood for stunning ocean views. This afternoon, check into the hotel before heading out for a group dinner.

mealsBreakfast, Dinner
Experiences:
Included
Discover Lima, the capital of Peru, on a guided tour

Explore Lima's colonial center featuring the Presidential Palace, Archbishops Palace, historic plazas, and churches. Visit the upscale San Isidro and coastal Miraflores for Pacific views!

Included
Discover Lima, the capital of Peru, on a guided tour

Explore Lima's colonial center featuring the Presidential Palace, Archbishops Palace, historic plazas, and churches. Visit the upscale San Isidro and coastal Miraflores for Pacific views!

hotelIbis Larco Hotel (or similar)
Ballestas-Island-Optional

Enjoy a free day to explore Lima’s many highlights! Keen to explore natural scenery and see local wildlife? Join the Ballestas Islands day trip for a leisurely boat tour of the amazing Ballestas Islands. This area is home to pristine beaches, sparkling blue waters and incredible marine life. You could see dolphins, sea lions and penguins up close!

mealsBreakfast
Experiences:
Optional
Ballestas Islands Day Trip

Enjoy a day trip to the beautiful Ballestas Islands with a local guide. Admire the scenery and astonishing concentration of marine life!

Optional
Ballestas Islands Day Trip

Enjoy a day trip to the beautiful Ballestas Islands with a local guide. Admire the scenery and astonishing concentration of marine life!

hotelIbis Larco Hotel (or similar)
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After 11 incredible days on tour, this Sacred Peru trip comes to an end this morning. Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and say farewell to your fellow travellers. Don’t forget to get your new travel friends’ details to share mementoes and swap photos! If you would like to extend your stay in Lima, please contact our team.

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Tour Highlights

Included Experience
Embark on a guided tour of the Sacred Valley
Embark on a guided tour of the Sacred Valley

Explore the most significant Inca sites in the valley outside of Machu Picchu with a local guide. Stop at a marketplace for lunch and shopping.

Optional Experience
Machu Picchu Day Trip
Machu Picchu Day Trip

Travel to Machu Picchu and explore the ruins of this ancient UNESCO World Heritage Site, voted one of the New 7 Wonders of the World!

Included Experience
Discover Lima, the capital of Peru, on a guided tour
Discover Lima, the capital of Peru, on a guided tour

Explore Lima's colonial center featuring the Presidential Palace, Archbishops Palace, historic plazas, and churches. Visit the upscale San Isidro and coastal Miraflores for Pacific views!

Included Experience
Visit Pampa Cañahuas Natural Reserve
Visit Pampa Cañahuas Natural Reserve

Stop at Pampa Cañahuas Natural Reserve and spot some vicuñas (animals similar to llamas) and sample coca leaf tea, as the locals do.

Included Experience
Tour Cusco with a local guide
Tour Cusco with a local guide

Once the capital of the Incan Empire, Cusco is an intriguing city to explore. Gain fascinating insights into the local history and culture.

Highlights

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12 Included Experiences!

  • Enjoy a welcome dinner in Lima
  • Explore Arequipa on a city tour
  • Visit Pampa Cañahuas Natural Reserve
  • Travel to the floating islands of Uros on a speed boat
  • Visit Pucará
  • See the ruins of Raqchi and the Temple of Wiracocha
  • Explore the Church of Andahuaylillas
  • Embark on a guided tour of the Sacred Valley
  • Explore the Ollantaytambo Archaeological Complex
  • Take a guided tour of Sacsayhuaman ruins
  • Tour Cusco with a local guide
  • Discover Lima, the capital of Peru, on a guided tour

Optional Experiences

Enhance your tour with these carefully selected optional experiences. Each one is designed to add depth and excitement to your journey, allowing you to customize your adventure according to your interests.

Pre-Book
Machu Picchu Day TripUS$480

Travel to Machu Picchu and explore the ruins of this ancient UNESCO World Heritage Site, voted one of the New 7 Wonders of the World!

Book On Tour
Ballestas Islands Day TripUS$180

Enjoy a day trip to the beautiful Ballestas Islands with a local guide. Admire the scenery and astonishing concentration of marine life!

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Price Breakdown
Standard Tour Cost US$2,234
Total Price US$2,234

Price is based on a sharing twin room. Single room (optional).

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Full payment is required on tours starting within the next 60 days

Price Breakdown
Standard Tour Cost US$2,475
Total Price US$2,475

Price is based on a sharing twin room. Single room (optional).

Contact Us

Full payment is required on tours starting within the next 60 days

Accommodation

We partner with a range of hand-picked hotels in each destination. The hotels listed below are those we stay at most frequently. However, you may stay at different hotels of a similar standard. 

A confirmed list of hotels is emailed to all travellers prior to their tour departure. To extend your stay in Lima, click here to book pre and post-tour accommodation through our partner Booking.com.

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Reviews

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Fantastic trip!

Had a great time on this tour. Zema was a super tour guide and his trainees (Fernando and Rafael) were extremely good as well. Highly recommend this tour as there are so many won...

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Verified Traveller Mae
6 Nov 2023
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Once in a lifetime experience

My husband and I are both grateful for Xema's handling of a big group on this tour. It was a challenging one and stressful to handle all the bookings, from our flights to Arequipa...

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Verified Traveller Horby
5 Nov 2023
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5th tour and it's truly an adventure

I just trust that everything is taken care off to let us just experience and understand something of the culture. Even the altitude difficulties didn't deter the group pulling toge...

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Frequently Asked Questions

No, you will need to make your own arrangements to get to the meeting destination for the first day of your tour. Make sure you keep departure times and possible delays in mind when booking flights. Please click here to visit Skyscanner - a useful tool for comparing prices from the vast majority of airlines.

When you book for more than one person, we will by default group you together in the same room(s), unless you request single supplements or specifically request us not to. 

If there are unequal numbers (3, 5, 7 etc.) then the remaining traveller will be roomed with another passenger of the same gender. Please note that minors under the age of 18 cannot share with another traveller outside of your group's booking.

If you are making separate bookings and would like to share the same room(s), please send us an email with the booking references for each of the travellers and the details of your preferred rooming allocation.

Yes, and you are responsible for arranging your own insurance. Passengers and their personal property travel with Expat Explore solely at their own risk. A suitable insurance policy should provide adequate cover for medical expenses arising through illness or accident prior to or during the holiday, and loss of holiday monies through cancellation or curtailment of the holiday or other insurable reasons. Clients should ensure that there are no exclusion clauses limiting protection for the type of activities in their tour. 

For a relatively small price, travel insurance provides you with the peace of mind so that you can enjoy your tour without any worries. To receive a quote from our preferred travel insurance partner please visit World Nomads*.

For more information on what to look for in a travel insurance policy, click here.

While Expat Explore cannot assist with booking pre or post-tour accommodation, we have partnered with Booking.com for affordable accommodation options prior to and after the tour. 

If you would like to receive the hotel list in advance so that you can book accommodation at or nearby the start hotel, please request this by sending an email to info@expatexplore.com with your booking reference.

Expat Explore can provide travellers requiring visas with visa support documents on a request basis. Please note that you are required to pay for your tour in full in order to receive the documents. This is an embassy/consulate requirement by law. Once you have received confirmation that your booking has been paid in full, you can request your visa support documents by emailing info@expatexplore.com - please allow up to 10 working days to receive these documents.

All travellers are required to carry their own bags. Our walking tours can last up to 3 hours and certain places involve walking up and down stairs. We want you to enjoy your tour, so read through the itinerary thoroughly and make your own conclusions as to whether you feel that you are fit and healthy enough.

Our tours are not suitable for young children, so we set a minimum age limit of 10 years old. However, at the discretion of Expat Explore we may consider younger children on certain tours if they meet certain criteria and a request is received in writing via email for consideration. Expat Explore reserves the absolute right to accept or decline a booking at our discretion.

Your deposit secures your spot on tour and locks in the price you pay. Although the deposit you pay at the time of booking is non-refundable, you're protected by our 10-Day Money-Back Guarantee – a full refund if you cancel within 10 days of making your booking.

For more information, please refer to the 10-Day Money-Back Guarantee in our Terms & Conditions.

Before the tour starts, you will receive an email from us requesting your dietary requirements. There is always a vegetarian option available. We try as much as we can to offer you the traditional local cuisine.

No, you will need to make your own arrangements to get to the meeting point for the first day of your tour. We have partnered with Welcome Pickups to secure a hassle-free service. You will be met at the arrivals gate by your driver. Your driver will track your flight, so they'll wait for you even if it's delayed. Please click here to book an airport transfer.

This is up to you and will vary depending on how much you wish to spend on snacks, drinks, souvenirs etc. We do not include entrance fees to attractions and museums. We do, however, provide you with free time to see everything you want, and our tour leaders will have all the information on pricing and locations so you can manage your own budget. Please refer to your tours specific pre-departure information and optional excursions guide for further details.