Peru in 2 Weeks: 3 Recommended 2-week Itineraries to Peru

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Peru 2-week Itinerary Options
Looking for Peru 2-week itinerary ideas? Below are our top four Peru tour that span exactly 14 days for you to choose from.
Itinerary #1: Inca Heritage & Andean Adventures


Overview | Activity | Overnight | |
Day 1 | Start your trip in Lima | Arrival | Lima |
Day 2 | Explore Lima's colonial center and museums | City sightseeing | Lima |
Day 3 | See seals and birdlife on the Ballestas Islands | Boat tour | Paracas |
Day 4 | Enjoy a free day in Huacachina | Leisure day | Huacachina |
Day 5 | Fly above the Nazca Lines on an optional flight | Flight | Nazca |
Day 6 | Admire Arequipa’s Spanish-era structures on a free day in the city | City sightseeing | Arequipa |
Day 7 | Enjoy the phenomenal landscapes of Colca Canyon | Canyon tour | Chivay |
Day 8 | Search for Andean condors, then travel to Puno | Wildlife spotting | Puno |
Day 9 | See Lake Titicaca, stay on Amantani Island | Boat tour and exploration | Amantani Island |
Day 10 | Leave your local host and travel back to Puno | Transfer | Puno |
Day 11 | Catch the bus to Cusco | Bus ride | Cusco |
Day 12 | Tour the Sacred Valley of the Incas | Exploration | Sacred Valley |
Day 13 | Wander among the ruins of Machu Picchu and head back to Lima | Exploration | Lima |
Day 14 | Bid farewell to Peru |
Absorb Peru’s most celebrated destinations without feeling rushed during this two-week tour. Start by taking in the atmospheric streets of Lima and visit the rich-in-wildlife Ballestas Islands, home to Humboldt penguins and sea lions. During an optional flight, continue to Huacachina Lagoon and see the extraordinary Nazca Lines. Then, soak up the phenomenal landscape of the Colca Canyon and take the trail that leads through the Sacred Valley to Machu Picchu.
Itinerary #2: Cusco to Huaraz Trek


Overview | Activity | Overnight | |
Day 1 | Arrive in Lima | Arrival | Lima |
Day 2 | Head out to explore Cusco’s Inca heritage | Exploration | Cusco |
Day 3 | Take in the villages of Sacred Valley | Village exploration | Sacred Valley |
Day 4 | Stretch your legs with the walk to Soyroqocha Lagoon | Walking tour | Soyroqocha Lagoon |
Day 5 | Traverse the incredible Salkantay Pass | Exploration | Salkantay |
Day 6 | Follow the trail to Aguas Calientes | Exploration | Aguas Calientes |
Day 7 | Marvel at the treasures of Machu Picchu | Exploration | Aguas Calientes |
Day 8 | Travel to Lima and catch the bus to Huaraz | Transfer | Huaraz |
Day 9 | Relax with a free day in Huaraz | Leisure day | Huaraz |
Day 10 | Discover the ancient traditions of Llamac | Traditional exploration | Llamac |
Day 11 | Trek to Jahuacocha Lagoon | Trekking | Jahuacocha Lagoon |
Day 12 | Cross the Sambuya Pass | Trekking | Sambuya Pass |
Day 13 | Pass through charming villages en route to Pocpa | Village visits | Pocpa |
Day 14 | Depart from Peru | Departure |
This 2-week Peru tour combines some of the most important cultural sights of the country with its fabled trekking routes and incredible natural landmarks. Transfer from Lima to Cusco where you will be exploring the Inca city’s rich Inca heritage and acclimatizing to the altitude. Trek through the stunning landscapes of the Sacred Valley and Salkantay Pass, culminating in a visit to the majestic Machu Picchu. Then, venture north to Huaraz for a challenging trek through the Cordillera Huayhuash, renowned for its pristine mountain scenery and traditional Andean villages.
Itinerary #3: Peruvian Biodiversity Expedition

Overview | Activity | Overnight | |
Day 1 | Arrive in Lima | Arrival | Lima |
Day 2 | Fly to Puerto Maldonado. | Transfer | Puerto Maldonado |
Day 3 | Explore the Amazon rainforest canopy | Canopy tour and wildlife spotting | Amazon rainforest |
Day 4 | Spot wildlife on an oxbow lake excursion | Wildlife spotting | Amazon rainforest |
Day 5 | Travel to Cusco, acclimatize with a city walk | Transfer and walking tour | Cusco |
Day 6 | Visit Sacsayhuaman and nearby Inca ruins | Exploration | Cusco |
Day 7 | Journey through the Sacred Valley | Valley exploration | Sacred Valley |
Day 8 | Discover the wonders of Machu Picchu | Exploration | Sacred Valley |
Day 9 | Return to Cusco to enjoy a free afternoon | Leisure day | Cusco |
Day 10 | Fly to Puno and visit Sillustani ruins | Transfer | Puno |
Day 11 | Cruise Lake Titicaca, then spend a night on the Amantani Island | Cruise tour | Puno |
Day 12 | Explore Taquile Island and return to Puno | Exploration | Puno |
Day 13 | Travel to Arequipa for a city tour | City sightseeing | Arequipa |
Day 14 | Depart from Arequipa | Departure |
If you are looking for more Peru 2-week itinerary options, then look no further than this itinerary where you can immerse yourself in Peru's incredible biodiversity and rich cultural heritage on this two-week expedition. Begin with an unforgettable Amazon adventure, observing diverse wildlife and lush rainforest ecosystems. Then, explore the Inca heartland, including Cusco, the Sacred Valley, and the iconic Machu Picchu. Continue to the high-altitude wonders of Lake Titicaca, experiencing its unique floating islands and indigenous cultures. Conclude your trip in the colonial city of Arequipa, surrounded by volcanoes. This itinerary showcases Peru's varied landscapes, from lowland jungle to Andean peaks.
Need help planning your 2-week itinerary to Peru?
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