Explore the incredibly diverse country of Peru and three of its contrasting landscapes – the Andean mountains, the desert and the Amazon rainforest. Get a taste of Bolivia in La Paz, see condors soar over the Colca Canyon and discover the Lost City of Machu Picchu.
Cultural, religious and historic sites
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Lodge
Age Range
18-80 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Lima, La Paz, Cusco, Sacred Vall
Lima, La Paz, Cusco, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Arequipa, Colca Canyon, Puno, Copacabana
See the Andes and then some on this incredible Inca extravaganza. Conquer the Lares Valley Trek and the Inca Trail (plus Machu Picchu) in 6 jaw-droppingly splendid days. Visit some of the most isolated communities in Latin America. Absorb yourself in a world of ancient cities, glacial lakes, waterfalls and mountain views. Plus ancient hot springs. And LOTS of llamas.
Initially before booking the trip I thought it was extremely overpriced.
However(our tour guide) was fantastic. He made the trip worth every penny and was extremely organised and knowledgeable. The locations were great, and the activities were really cool.
was a fantastic character, and became a friend by ensuring we all had fun. He looked after and catered for everyone’s needs and requirements, promoting safety above all else, and more than once went the extra mile to ensure we all had a great time (joining myself at CrossFit and his traditional dance moves were personal highlights).
I hope he gets the recognition he deserves, as I would love to book a similar trip with Contiki in future because of this great experience.
I would also recommend that you include huacachina in future - I went there on my own and it was one of the coolest experiences - maybe this could be added as an extra at the beginning of the trip.
Adventure
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Lodge, Home-stay
Age Range
18-35 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Lima, Cusco, Puerto Maldonado, S
Lima, Cusco, Puerto Maldonado, Sacred Valley, Aguas Calientes, Arequipa, Puno
In this 3-hour excursion, you will discover the art of Fileteado and learn how to do it with your own hands. This form of art is currently declared “Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity” by UNESCO. It emerged together with tango music and became a symbol of Argentine identity. The "Buenos Aires Street Art - Fileteado Tour" includes a walking tour and a fileteado class
We will be visiting the path made by Jorge Bergoglio before becoming "The Pope from the end of the world”, Pope Francis. Among the places we'll visit, we can mention his family house, the first church where he started devoting his life to God, and the places that educated him. This tour is aimed at all audiences, of any age, who wants to know the history of this major figure
Cultural, religious and historic sites
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Enjoy the best places of the Sacred Valley of the Incas in a Private Tour. Our representative will pick you up from your hotel at 8:00 am and drive you through the mountains on the way to Pisac. We will stop along the way at a viewpoint from which you can enjoy great views of the valley.
Once in Pisac, you can wander through its famous artisan market as well as its archaeological centre before it is time to continue to the town of Urubamba, where we will stop for an amazing buffet lunch in a nice tourist restaurant.
Next on the itinerary is the famous archaeological site of Ollantaytambo, known for its ruins of a massive Inca fortress. Learn more about the history of this place from your tour guide before we return back to Cusco with a stopover at Chinchero, a town known for its weavers as well as Inca ruins.
Your trip comes to an end at your hotel in Cusco at 06:30 pm.
Join us on this unique 12-day, guided tour to see the best of the Argentine North. Starting from Buenos Aires, Argentina's capital city, this tour will take you to Mendoza, which is known for its famous malbec wine, and Salta, home to stunning landscapes and landmarks like the Humahuaca Canyon.
From there you will head for the final destination of the trip, the mighty Iguazu Falls, a South American natural landmark that straddles two countries and draws countless visitors from all over the world each year. Spend three nights in Iguazu and enjoy the beauty of the waterfall from both the Argentinian and the Brazilian side before it's time to head home.
Please note that domestic flight tickets are not included in the tour price. For more details, please go through the itinerary below.
City sightseeingWaterfalls
Tour Type
Private Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
5-79 yrs
Operated in
english, spanish
Destinations
Buenos Aires, Puerto Iguazu, Igu
Buenos Aires, Puerto Iguazu, Iguazu Falls, Mendoza, Salta
Darwin was the most amazing trip leader. So knowledgeable and so supportive and helpful and always there. So lucky to have him to show us his wonderful country. Itinerary works so well. Absolutely A1
Active and outdoorRafting
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Guest House, Home-stay
Age Range
16-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Cusco, Lima, Machu Picchu, Arequ
Cusco, Lima, Machu Picchu, Arequipa, Chivay, Puno, Lake Titicaca, Sacred Valley
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Arturo was a fantastic leader and guide. Knowledgable, helpful, caring, experienced and amusing. This was my 11th Explore holiday and Arturo is up there with the best guides. The porters and cooks are heroes - we were very happy to tip them generously. The itinerary was perfect, though no one should underestimate the challenge of around ten hours walking on day three. Cusco hotel staff were fine but the layout around a central atrium means the rooms are very noisy. The hotel near Machu Picchu was lovely but the staff were rude, unhelpful and disinterested. Overall I’d fully recommend this trip - but be sure to get into shape beforehand and consider your kit carefully.
Active and outdoor
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Discover the incredible highlights of Peru, from the buzzing culinary capital of Lima to the dense bio diverse Amazon Rainforest, on this exciting 9 day tour. Visit sacred sites, colourful markets and travel by scenic train through the Andean Mountains. Explore some of Peru’s most enchanting destinations as you visit the mysterious Inca ruins at Machu Picchu as well as the terraced ruins of Ollantaytambo. Spend two nights in the Amazon Jungle learning about some of the numerous species of birds and animal that live here.
Trekking and Hiking
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Lodge, Bungalow
Age Range
18-80 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Cusco, Machu Picchu, Lima, Amazo
Cusco, Machu Picchu, Lima, Amazon Peru, Sacred Valley, Puerto Maldonado
The country of the Incas invites you to explore its natural and cultural riches. Join this 6-day tour to explore some of the wonders of Peru. Arrive in Cusco and allow your body to acclimatize to its altitude. Travel to the Sacred Valley, a 60km stretch that, along with Cusco and Machu Picchu, was the centre of the Inca Empire.
Enjoy your journey to Machu Picchu aboard the Vistadome. See the beauty of the region along the way. Visit the salt mines of Maras where salt has been harvested since the time of the Incas. Take a trip to the natural wonder that is Rainbow Mountain (also known as Vinicunca).
Tour Cusco at the end of your trip. We will provide you with a drop-off service to the airport from where you can catch your flight back home.
Natural landmarks sightseeing
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Join us on this 5-day tour of the 'Country of the Incas. Explore some of the major natural and cultural landmarks of Peru. Start your trip from Cusco, an important Inca city. Allow yourself to acclimatize for a day. Take a trip to the Sacred Valley which, along with Cusco and Machu Picchu, was a major centre of the Inca Empire.
Take the Vistadome train and travel to Machu Picchu. Enjoy beautiful sceneries along the way. Drive to the salt mines of Maras, which has produced salt since the time of the Incas.
You will have the opportunity to enjoy a guided tour of Cusco at the end of your trip. See major Inca temples and ruins in the city. Once the tour is over, we will provide you with a drop-off service to the airport from where you can catch your flight back home.
Natural landmarks sightseeing
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
5-79 yrs
Operated in
english, spanish
Destinations
Cusco, Machu Picchu, Pisac, Agua
Cusco, Machu Picchu, Pisac, Aguas Calientes, Moray, Sacred Valley
Join us on this 4-day guided tour of Cusco and see all the major highlights of the area. Start by travelling to the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Comprising fertile farmlands and small villages, this was one of the major centres of the Inca Empire.
Travel to Machu Picchu. Take the Vistadome train and enjoy beautiful sceneries on the way. Explore the ruins of this famous Inca citadel, first with your guide and then on your own, before returning to Cusco. Take a tour of Cusco and visit the highlights of this city including the Inca ceremonial site of Sacsayhuaman; Qenqo, which houses subterranean passages and a mummification site; Tambomachay, a temple dedicated to the God of Water; as well as the Cathedral of Cusco.
Enjoy our transfer service to the airport after the tour comes to an end.
Natural landmarks sightseeing
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
5-79 yrs
Operated in
english, spanish
Destinations
Cusco, Machu Picchu, Pisac, Agua
Cusco, Machu Picchu, Pisac, Aguas Calientes, Sacred Valley