Peru Highlights - Small Group Escorted Tour

15 Day Tour Of Peru  |  6 Departures  |  Max Group Size: 16  |  Price from £3,399 pp

This exhilarating group tour will take you to the most celebrated highlights of Peru. Delve into the colonial delights of Arequipa and Cusco, discover the amazing Andean landscapes of the Colca Canyon and Lake Titicaca and journey to the most famous sight of all, mystical Machu Picchu.

15 Day Tour Of Peru  |  6 Departures  |  Max Group Size: 16  |  Price from £3,399 pp

Day 1 – Depart UK
Fly overnight from the UK. Please note there are some day flight options that will arrive on Day 2.

Day 2 – Arrive Lima
Land in the bustling Peruvian capital where you will spend the first night in the trendy Miraflores district. 
Arawi Hotel or similar

Day 3- Lima Make Your Day Individual 
Cultural Experience:  
Lima City Tour - Take a guided journey through the history of Lima and explore the capital's main sights including the beautiful square and Cathedral. You will also have time to stop at the Chocolate Museum!

Gastronomic Experience:
Lima Foodie Tour - The most representative flavours of Peruvian cuisine will be waiting for you as you embark on an unforgettable culinary adventure. Begin your journey in a typical Peruvian market and end the tour by preparing and enjoying some popular local dishes. 

Wildlife Experience:  
Palomino Islands -Travel by boat to the Palomino Islands where an untouched ecosystem is home to thousands of sea lions. Brave the cold waters to have the chance to swim with these curious and friendly sea animals. 

Day 4 – Lima to Arequipa
Fly to Arequipa in the morning. Enjoy a guided tour through its beautifully preserved colonial centres and visit the stunning Santa Catalina Convent, a 16th century monastery which is still inhabited by Dominican nuns to this day. 
Hotel Casa Andina Select or similar – Meals: B, L

Day 5 – Arequipa to Colca Canyon
Today will be a delight of amazing landscapes as you journey through the Peruvian altiplano towards the Colca Canyon. The trip will be around 5 hours but with plenty of stops for you to stretch your legs and enjoy the spectacular views. 
Hotel Aranwa Colca or similar – Meals: B,L,D 

Day 6 – Colca Canyon 
Wake up early to go in search of Condors gliding on the warm morning thermal currents. This is a morning for visual delights and wildlife encounters! Your guide will help you spot the elusive birds amongst the scenery of the vast canyon. 
Hotel Aranwa Colca or similar – 
Meals: B,L,D 

Day 7 – Colca Canyon to Lake Titicaca
The deep blue waters of Lake Titicaca await you. The journey will be around 5 to 6 hours but Peru’s beautiful scenery will be accompanying you along the way and your Tour Leader will entertain you with insightful and fun stories about the country! 
Hotel Libertador Puno or similar – Meals: B,L

Day 8 – Lake Titicaca
Lake Titicaca has been home to several indigenous communities for centuries, and many still live here. You will learn about their ancient ways of life with a tour to the Uros and Taquile Islands. From here you will take a short hike to reach a viewpoint with stunning panoramic vistas, and a local restaurant will reward your efforts with a tasty and typical lunch of freshly caught fish.
Hotel Libertador Puno or similar – Meals: B,L

Day 9 – Lake Titicaca to Cusco
Another day for stunning scenery as you take the tourist bus to Cusco. Along the way, you will visit Andahuaylillas, a town where you will find a precious church from the 17th century. Next will be a guided visit to the Raqchi archaeological site and your last stop will be at La Raya, the highest point on the road, from where you will get excellent photo opportunities. 
Hotel Costa del Sol Ramada or similar – Meals: B,L>>

Day 10 – Cusco
The old Inca capital will inspire you with its beautifully preserved colonial centre and Inca ruins. You will visit Sacsayhuamán fortress on the city’s outskirts, and during a walking tour you will stop at San Pedro Market for an insight into modern life in Cusco, as this is where the locals buy fresh produce and you can find your perfect souvenir to take back home!
Hotel Costa del Sol Ramada or similar – Meals: B

Day 11 – Cusco - Make Your Day Individual

Cultural Experience:
Treasures of the Sacred Valley - Take an in-depth tour of the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Visit the archaeological site of Moray, the Maras salt mines and the Inca complex of Ollantaytambo, one of the largest in Peru. In the town you will have some time to stroll through the market and the cobblestone streets on your own.
Gastronomic Experience:
Chocolate Making Class - Being a producer of some of the finest cacao in the world, Peru is the perfect place to learn how to make your own chocolate bar! This tour is perfect if you wish to learn about one of Peru’s most famous exports in the morning, and have the afternoon free to explore Cusco.
Local Experience:  
Misminay Community Visit- Enjoy a day in the company of a local Sacred Valley Community. Famous for its production of alpaca textiles, Misminay is a small community of 100 families located at 3,700 metres altitude. They will welcome you for the day, and share their traditional Andean lifestyle through several participatory activities. 
Hotel Costa del Sol Ramada or similar – Meals: B

Day 12 – Cusco To Machu Picchu

Today will be an early start that culminates in the highlight you have been waiting for. Following a train and a bus ride, you will reach Machu Picchu, where you will enjoy a guided tour before having lunch in the charming Aguas Calientes, followed by a free afternoon to explore at your own pace.
Hotel Inkaterra El Mapi or similar – Meals: B, L, D
Day 13 – Machu Picchu To Cusco
For another chance to visit Machu Picchu we have included a second entry to 
the citadel. You can enjoy your morning visit at your own speed, so you may choose to stay in the area, or hike to the Sun Gate. You will take the train back to Cusco in the early afternoon for you last night in Peru.
Hotel Costa del Sol Ramada – Meals: B

Day 14 – Depart Cusco
Your tour of Peru, Land of the Incas, 
has come to an end. You might have time in the morning to make some final purchases before being taken to the airport for your overnight flight home.
Meals: B

Day 15 – Arrive UK
Land back in the UK.