Peru Family Experience Tour with 8 Reviews by G Adventures

9 daysDuration

Group TourJoin a group of travelers

20 peopleMaximum group size

6 - 100 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Moderate

Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.

Starts

Lima, Peru

Ends

Lima, Peru

Highlights

Search for wildlife along the Amazon River.

explore the mysterious Inca ruins at Machu Picchu.

sample the seafood in Lima

Itinerary

Imagine your family discovering the wonders of Peru together—this nine-day Peru Family Experience trip is designed for families seeking a blend of adventure, culture, and unforgettable memories. Begin and end your journey in Lima, traveling through the Amazon’s Tambopata Reserve, the mystical Urubamba Valley, and awe-inspiring Machu Picchu. Spend two nights at the exclusive G Lodge Amazon, where kids can learn about wildlife from expert naturalists, making nature come alive with hands-on exploration. In Cusco and Lima, your family will have opportunities to interact with locals and immerse themselves in Peru’s vibrant traditions, ensuring an authentic cultural experience. With moderate physical activity such as guided walks and valley explorations, this tour package is carefully crafted to be accessible and engaging for both parents and children, balancing adventure with comfort. The unique selling point of this trip lies in its family-friendly approach to Peru’s must-see highlights, enabling children to experience the magic of the Amazon and Machu Picchu early in life. All accommodations, transportation, and meals are organized for you, so your family can focus on making memories. Whether you’re gazing at ancient ruins or learning about rainforest wildlife, the experiences shared here will resonate with your children long after the journey ends.

day 1 - Lima

Arrive at any time. Arrival transfer included.

Accomodation:Hotel Antigua Miraflores (or similar)

Optional Activities:Lima Cooking Class (4hrs) , Huacas and Larco Museum by Night , Full Day Lima Experience , Lima City Tour

day 2 - Lima/Tambopata

Fly to Puerto Maldonado and continue by motorized canoe to the comfortable, intimate, and exclusive G Lodge Amazon. Enjoy guided excursions led by expert naturalists to spot wildlife at nearby oxbow lakes, and treetop towers.
Fly from Lima to Puerto Maldonado, deep in the lowlands of the Amazon jungle. Travel by motorized canoe to our lodge in the Tambopata rainforest area, which holds the world record for the most bird sightings in one area.

Explore the jungle with local guides before flying to Cusco, located high in the Andes. Depending on flight arrival times, enjoy either a boxed lunch aboard the boat or lunch upon arrival at the lodge. Rubber boots are provided at the lodge.

Meal:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accomodation:Tambopata Lodge (or similar)

Transport:Plane Duration : 2.5 hr, Motorized Canoe Duration : 2.0 hr - 3.0 hr

day 3 - Tambopata

Enjoy visits to oxbow lakes and small clay licks to learn about the jungle and its inhabitants. Be introduced to the area’s rich flora and fauna by expert naturalist guides, who can teach extensive uses for medicinal and other forest plant resources through traditional techniques. Be prepared to go early morning or evening to avoid the heat of midday. Enjoy a leisurely pace – the trip requires some walking, but nothing too strenuous.

Meal:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accomodation:Tambopata Lodge (or similar)

Included Activity:Jungle Excursions

day 4 - Tambopata/Cusco

Boat transfer to Puerto Maldonado for a flight to Cusco. Explore the many plazas, ruins, shops, and markets during free time.
Transfer by boat, then take a morning flight high into the Andes and the heart of Inca territory to Cusco. Spend the afternoon acclimatizing and getting to know the city. Cusco is the continent’s oldest continuously inhabited city, and the hub of the South American travel network.

Meal:Breakfast

Accomodation:Taypikala Hotel Cusco (or similar)

Transport:Motorized Canoe Duration : 3.0 hr, Plane Duration : 1.0 hr - 1.5 hr Distance : 320 km

day 5 - Cusco/Aguas Calientes

Travel to Ollantaytambo making a stop along the way to the Caccaccollo and the Planeterra Women's Weaving co-op. Here your family can meet the women who are part of the co-op and learn about traditional weaving methods. Once in Ollantaytambo catch the train to Aguas Calientes. Settle in and explore the town, taking time to look at the local handicrafts.
Transfer to Ollantaytambo, the town and fortress are strategically situated overlooking the beautiful Urubamba River valley. This major ruin site is known as the best surviving example of Inca urban planning and engineering. It is admired for its huge steep terraces guarding the Inca Fortress and for being one of the few places where the Spanish lost a major battle during the conquest.

Take a scenic train to get to Aguas Calientes villages, passing by beautiful Urubamba Valley.

Meal:Breakfast

Accomodation:Hotel Taypikala Machupicchu (or similar)

Transport:Private Vehicle Duration : 1.75 hr Distance : 94 km, Train Duration : 1.5 hr

Included Activity:Ccaccaccollo Community and Women's Weaving Co-op visit

day 6 - Machu Picchu/Cusco

Explore the ruins of Machu Picchu with a local guide. Transfer back to Cusco by train and van.
Enjoy the unique experience of visiting the historic spiritual centre of the Incas, the "Lost City" of Machu Picchu. Tour the ruins and have the opportunity to soak in the nearby thermal baths. Return by train to Ollantaytambo or Poroy and then transfer by van to Cusco.

Meal:Breakfast

Accomodation:Taypikala Hotel Cusco (or similar)

Transport:Train Duration : 1.5 hr - 1.75 hr Distance : 31 km, Private Vehicle Duration : 1.5 hr - 1.75 hr Distance : 60 km

Included Activity:Machu Picchu Guided Tour

day 7 - Cusco

Visit the Chocolate Museum in Cusco and learn all about the history and origin story behind the truffle. Enjoy a hands-on demonstration and make your own sweet dessert. After, spend a free afternoon in Cusco. Choose to visit museums or the famous Sacsayhuaman ruins that tower over the city.
Every year, Cusco attracts thousands of travellers who come to delve into its noble but tragic past. It is the perfect base for optional explorations around the city and area as well as a range of outdoor activities. Relax and explore this fascinating city, and take time to acclimatize to the high altitude.

Meal:Breakfast

Accomodation:Taypikala Hotel Cusco (or similar)

Included Activity:Truffle Workshop Duration : 3.0 hr

day 8 - Cusco/Lima

Enjoy the morning in Cusco before flying to Lima. Opt for a traditional dinner.
The evening is the last chance for a dinner with our group. Peruvian food is now becoming world renowned. Opt to try some delicious ceviche, juicy lomo saltado, or perhaps guinea pig. Adults might want to try the famous Pisco sour, but this drink is definitely not for the kids.

Meal:Breakfast

Accomodation:Hotel Antigua Miraflores (or similar)

Transport:Plane Duration : 1.5 hr - 2.0 hr Distance : 572 km

day 9 - Lima

Depart at any time.

Meal:Breakfast

Optional Activities:Bike Miraflores and Barranco , Lima Cooking Class (4hrs) , Full Day Lima Experience , Lima City Tour

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What's Included

Accommodation

Hotels (6 nts), G Lodge Amazon (2 nts)

Meals

8 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners
Note: Allow USD255-335 for meals not included.

Transport

Private van, boat, planeAll transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Guide

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.

Included activities

Your G for Good Moment: Ccaccaccollo Community and Women's Weaving Co-op visit, CcaccaccolloAmazon Jungle stay at the exclusive G Lodge Amazon (2 nts)Guided excursions with naturalistsRubber boot useMachu Picchu guided tourInternal flights

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