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Lima to Machu Picchu Road Trip
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This trip was amazing, and covered so much ground in a short amount of time. From sand buggying in Huacachina, a boat ride in Paracas, seeing the Nazca lines, and finally seeing Machu Picchu…. nothing short of spectacular. It was very fast paced, which was a struggle some days - especially because of the altitude changes. But definitely worth it!
Shawna N. | Traveled in June
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Paracas: Mother nature has her favourites, and the Paracas National Reserve is one of them. We'll take a tour of this protected natural area guilded with deserts, islands and the beautiful blue ocean.
Lima: Wondering how we'll get around Peru? We'll be using the Peru Hop Bus Network AKA the best way to see Peru like a local. You'll travel on comfy coaches with reclining seats & blankets, aircon, and onboard toilets (plus, a chance to meet travellers outside of your Contiki crew too!).
Huacachina: Wanna see the magic behind Peru's national drink? This is your chance! We'll spend the afternoon touring a vineyard that produces the juiciest & freshest grapes, learning about its history, and sampling the drink too!
Nazca: Climbing up 43 ft in the sky, you'll see the fascinating group of geoglyphs called the Nazca Lines from a (really) tall tower. Think: desert artwork of spiders, spirals and a mysterious astronaut-like human.
Lima: Tonight we'll travel overnight by coach, covering serious ground while you rest on the road. So get comfy, settle in, and be ready to wake up somewhere new.
Arequipa: Get to know the ‘white city’ better. Explore the highlights like Plaza de Armas and take some pics of the incredible backdrop of volcanoes.
Arequipa: Cameras at the ready! We'll make a quick stop at Lagunillas Lake to enjoy the Andean scenery of lakes, hills and beautiful blue skies.
Puno: Take to the streets as we check out Puno's most popular landmarks. We'll hit up the coolest cathedrals, the busiest markets, and even snap shots at every historical hotspot!
Puno: If you’ve secretly always wanted to hop on one of these, here’s your chance.
Puno: Jump on a boat to hop around the reed islands in the world’s highest navigable lake (3657m). And stop off to meet the locals.
Lake Titicaca: A humbling opportunity to get to know the local people on these reed islands in Lake Titicaca.
Lake Titicaca: Get to know the locals of this wonderful island over lunch.
Inca Trail: Embark on the journey of a lifetime. Together we'll spend over 5 hours taking in the enchanting sites of this bucket list trek.
Machu Picchu: It’s the moment you’ve been waiting for! Time to explore the Incan citadel with your new Contiki fam. #travelgoals
Arequipa: Get to know the ‘white city’ better. Explore the highlights like Plaza de Armas and take some pics of the incredible backdrop of volcanoes.
Arequipa: Cameras at the ready! We'll make a quick stop at Lagunillas Lake to enjoy the Andean scenery of lakes, hills and beautiful blue skies.
Puno: Take to the streets as we check out Puno's most popular landmarks. We'll hit up the coolest cathedrals, the busiest markets, and even snap shots at every historical hotspot!
Puno: If you’ve secretly always wanted to hop on one of these, here’s your chance.
Puno: Jump on a boat to hop around the reed islands in the world’s highest navigable lake (3657m). And stop off to meet the locals.
Lake Titicaca: A humbling opportunity to get to know the local people on these reed islands in Lake Titicaca.
Lake Titicaca: Get to know the locals of this wonderful island over lunch.
Inca Trail: Embark on the journey of a lifetime. Together we'll spend over 5 hours taking in the enchanting sites of this bucket list trek.
Machu Picchu: It’s the moment you’ve been waiting for! Time to explore the Incan citadel with your new Contiki fam. #travelgoals
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Shawna N.Verified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent
This trip was amazing, and covered so much ground in a short amount of time. From sand buggying in Huacachina, a boat ride in Paracas, seeing the Nazca lines, and finally seeing Machu Picchu…. nothing short of spectacular. It was very fast paced, which was a struggle some days - especially because of the altitude changes. But definitely worth it!
11 daysDuration
Group TourJoin a group of travelers
48 peopleMaximum group size
18 - 35 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Moderate
Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.
What if your road trip to Machu Picchu offered more than just a hike? The “Lima to Machu Picchu Road Trip” spans 11 days and delivers a thrilling blend of adventure and culture. Begin in Lima and journey through the surreal Nazca Lines, sandboard the dunes of Huacachina, and explore Arequipa before reaching the heights of Cusco. Along the way, meet locals at Lake Titicaca, tour a Pisco vineyard, and feast on authentic Peruvian cuisine. Tailored for young adults, this tour features city sightseeing, hands-on experiences, and the bucket-list trek to Machu Picchu. The unique advantage: A dynamic route that fuses classic highlights with offbeat, adrenaline-fueled adventures.
day 1Lima
Hola, welcome to Lima! Hope youre ready for the 11 epic days that lie ahead of us. Youll meet your crew this evening in this beautiful city thats teeming with rich cultural heritage. And following pursuit, well get to know each other over a delicious dinner at a local restaurant, honouring traditional recipes & cooking techniques.
Meals
Dinner
Location Visited
Lima
Accommodation
Ibis Budget Miraflores (or similar)
day 2Lima > Paracas National Reserve > Huacachina
day 3Huacachina > Nazca Lines > Overnight Coach to Arequipa
day 4Arequipa
day 5Arequipa > Puno > Lake Titicaca
day 6Lake Titicaca > Puno
day 7Puno > Cusco
day 8Cusco > Ollantaytambo > Aguas Calientes
day 9Aguas Calientes > Machu Picchu > Cusco
day 10Cusco
day 11Cusco
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