Peru Explorer

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duration 20 days
tour type Small group Request as private
age requirement 16-95 yrs
max group size 16
guiding method Fully guided
Tour Code BM-7536
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Operated in English

Starts Lima, Peru
Ends Lima, Peru

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Discover the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu and the colonial cities of Cuzco and Arequipa
Have the option to walk the classic Inca Trail at no extra cost
Spend two nights deep in the Amazon
Visit the traditional island communities of Lake Titicaca
See beautiful Arequipa plus Colca Canyon and its condors

The "Peru Explorer" tour starts and ends in Lima. It is a cultural, religious and historic sites trip that takes 20 days taking you through Puno, Colca Canyon, Lake Titicaca and 8 other destinations in Peru. "Peru Explorer" is a guided small group tour that includes accommodation, transport, meals and others.

This trip is the perfect introduction to one of the most diverse countries in South America. Our journey contrasts the incomparable scenery of the Andes with the lush vegetation of the Amazon Rainforest and the barren coastal desert, as we discover ancient cities, buildings and fortresses of colossal size in settings of amazing beauty. For walking enthusiasts, there is the option to trek the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu (at no extra cost), and for wildlife lovers, the Ballestas Islands and the rainforest are sure to impress.

Join us to celebrate Exodus’ 50th anniversary! The departure starting in Lima on 30 June 2024 features extra inclusions to mark the occasion: a Nazca Lines overflight, a local birthday celebration and a special edition Exodus kitbag.

ITINERARY Expand All

Day 1: Start Lima
Day 2: Free morning; afternoon city tour
Day 3: Drive to Paracas, visiting Pachacamac and Pucusana
Day 4: Sail to Ballestas Islands; continue to Nazca via Ica
Day 5: Drive along the coast then turn inland to Arequipa
Day 6: Arequipa city tour, including Santa Catalina Convent
Day 7: Drive to Colca Canyon
Day 8: To Colca Canyon; explore and search for condors
Day 9: Drive via Sillustani to Puno, by Lake Titicaca
Day 10: Full-day Lake Titicaca tour (Uros and Taquile islands)
Day 11: Drive across the altiplano to Cuzco
Day 12: Morning stand-up paddleboarding; afternoon cooking class
Day 13: Free day in Cuzco for optional activities
Day 14: Visit Pisac market and Inca ruins in the Sacred Valley
Day 15: Free morning in Ollantaytambo and then travel to Aguas Calientes
Day 16: Guided tour of Machu Picchu; return to Cuzco by train and road
Day 17: Tour of Cuzco and Inca fortress of Sacsayhuaman
Day 18: Fly to Puerto Maldonado; travel by boat into rainforest; afternoon jungle walk
Day 19: Jungle exploration by boat and on foot
Day 20: Fly to Lima; end Lima

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Accommodation

All accommodation

Meals

All breakfasts, six lunches and three dinners included. Additional meals on Inca Trail option

Transport

All transport and listed activities
Arrival and departure transfers

Others

Inca Trail permit (if Inca Trail option selected at time of booking)

WHAT'S EXCLUDED

Travel insurance
Single accommodation (available on request)
Visas or vaccinations

CUSTOMER REVIEWS

4.9 - Excellent

Based on 34 reviews

Anonymous
On Sep 28 2019

5 - Excellent

Fantastic three weeks exploring Peru

The trip starts with exploring the capital city Lima, then follows the coast seeing flocks of the sea birds and sea lions on the way before turning inland into the Andes, the Inca Trail, Machu Picchu and a brief visit to 'the... Read more

Anonymous
On Jul 22 2019

5 - Excellent

A fantastic journey around Southern Peru

An amazing trip full of insight and excitement. 3 weeks seeing the Coast, the Desert, the mountains and the jungle. Lots of early starts but worth it to cram in as much as possible. So many highlights including the Ballestas... Read more

Anonymous
On Nov 13 2018

5 - Excellent

One of the two best trips of my life

Overall this was the trip of a lifetime. Spending three weeks in Peru was worth every minute, from the Anthropological and Archaeological museum in Lima, through the Ballestos islands, flying over the Nazca lines, the Altiplano... Read more

Anonymous
On Oct 22 2018

5 - Excellent

Peru Holiday

A superb holiday from start to finish, taking in many different facets of Peru as a country. From Pacific coast to historical sites, magnificent mountains, glorious wildlife and fascinating jungle. This trip had it all. Add in... Read more

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CANCELLATION

No additional cancellation fees apply for this Peru Explorer tour. You can cancel the tour up to 93 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 92 days of departure.

Payment

For any tour departures within 20 July 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 20 July 2024, a deposit of 25% is required to confirm this tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 92 days before trip departure.

Travel Insurance

Peru Explorer tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.

Visa

For this Peru Explorer tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.

COVID-19 Safety Measures

This trip incorporates the following COVID-19 measures:

This tour has received the World Travel and Tourism Council’s ‘Safe Travels’ stamp, which provides travellers with assurance that COVID-19 health and hygiene protocols have been adhered to.
Group sizes are kept small to maintain a low risk ‘small group bubble’, with an average of 10 guests in each group.
Hygiene safety measures and distancing will be followed in transportation, accommodation and meal venues.
Several COVID-19 distancing measures have been adopted on this package tour to keep travellers safe.
All travellers will be required to be fully vaccinated no less than two weeks prior to travel.

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