Highlights
Lima: Get to know this magnificent clifftop city. It’s steeped in history and pretty architecture. But we’re all about the epic food.
Lima: Sit tight as you swoop into Peru’s second biggest city. The views of volcanic peaks are rivalled only by the incredible food.
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.
Colca Canyon: It’s a real ‘pinch yourself’ moment as you ramble around the Andean plateaus, discovering lakes, meadows, llamas and flamingos as you go.
Colca Canyon: See these iconic volcanos IRL. Pics or it didn’t happen!
Colca Canyon: Brave the lookout point at 3287m. Take in the unrivalled views and spot some Andean Condor birds.
Colca Canyon: Experience life in this traditional Peruvian village in the Colca Canyon. It’s an epic 3277m above sea level!
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.
Puno: Immerse yourself in culture by getting to know the locals.
Puno: Stop off at a traditional Peruvian town and get a feel for local life. Step up your cultural knowledge at Pukara’s museum, packed with stories and artefacts from the region. Then take a quick wander through town to soak up the markets, colours, and everyday Andes energy.
Raqchi: See the sights and learn the backstory of why the Incas built this temple for the deity Wiracocha.
Raqchi: Unleash your spiritual side, as you explore the ancient Inca ruins known as Raqchi.
Cusco: Graze on cancha or cacao nibs as you browse the local wares and see historical sights.
Cusco: Your chance to pick up some mementos at San Pedro Markets and then see Cusco Cathedral, San Blas and Coricancha.
Sacred Valley: See llamas IRL and learn how Indigenous communities use weaving to share stories, identity, and culture — a tradition passed down without written language (and help keep ancient skills alive by providing sustainable income for local artisans!) Your visit here will help support the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 11: Sustainable Cities & Communities.
Sacred Valley: See this former heartland of the Incan Empire and hike around the Pisac ruins.
Sacred Valley: The sleepy town will give you a taste of local life in the Sacred Valley. Don’t forget to pick up some mementos at the market.
Cusco: AKA ‘corn beer’. This ceremonial bevvy was the drink of choice for Incan nobility.
Machu Picchu: Feel the goosebumps of excitement as you glide into Aguas Calientes and get ready to start this life-changing experience.
Machu Picchu: It’s the moment you’ve been waiting for! Time to explore the Incan citadel with your new Contiki fam. #travelgoals
Colca Canyon: Brave the lookout point at 3287m. Take in the unrivalled views and spot some Andean Condor birds.
Colca Canyon: Experience life in this traditional Peruvian village in the Colca Canyon. It’s an epic 3277m above sea level!
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.
Puno: Immerse yourself in culture by getting to know the locals.
Puno: Stop off at a traditional Peruvian town and get a feel for local life. Step up your cultural knowledge at Pukara’s museum, packed with stories and artefacts from the region. Then take a quick wander through town to soak up the markets, colours, and everyday Andes energy.
Raqchi: See the sights and learn the backstory of why the Incas built this temple for the deity Wiracocha.
Raqchi: Unleash your spiritual side, as you explore the ancient Inca ruins known as Raqchi.
Cusco: Graze on cancha or cacao nibs as you browse the local wares and see historical sights.
Cusco: Your chance to pick up some mementos at San Pedro Markets and then see Cusco Cathedral, San Blas and Coricancha.
Sacred Valley: See llamas IRL and learn how Indigenous communities use weaving to share stories, identity, and culture — a tradition passed down without written language (and help keep ancient skills alive by providing sustainable income for local artisans!) Your visit here will help support the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 11: Sustainable Cities & Communities.
Sacred Valley: See this former heartland of the Incan Empire and hike around the Pisac ruins.
Sacred Valley: The sleepy town will give you a taste of local life in the Sacred Valley. Don’t forget to pick up some mementos at the market.
Cusco: AKA ‘corn beer’. This ceremonial bevvy was the drink of choice for Incan nobility.
Machu Picchu: Feel the goosebumps of excitement as you glide into Aguas Calientes and get ready to start this life-changing experience.
Machu Picchu: It’s the moment you’ve been waiting for! Time to explore the Incan citadel with your new Contiki fam. #travelgoals
Itinerary
Culture, food, history, and unbeatable landscapes - this trip will leave you wanting more of that Pisco Sour life. Take a walking tour of Lima. Adventure through the ancient city of Arequipa (and discover the glorious volcanoes that surround it). You'll explore everything that makes Peru what it is. The sandstone cliffs of the Colca Canyon. The serene shores of Lake Titicaca (where you'll meet the Uros Island residents). The intriguing Inca trails. And of course, the majestic Machu Picchu. Epic Peruvian memories are about to be made!
day 1Start Lima
Welcome to Lima, adventurers! Steeped in Spanish colonialism yet buzzing with modern metro vibes, Lima is sure to ignite your love for Peru. Spend your morning marvelling at lavishly decorated churches and an underground tunnel cemetery overflowing with bones or catacombs, then hit the Barranco district this afternoon to get a feel for its bohemian ambiance. A stroll over the Bridge of Sighs is also a must. And of course no trip to Lima is complete without devouring at least one portion of ceviche its a pretty massive deal in the city. Round off the day watching the sun set over the Pacific, most likely with a pisco sour in hand
day 2Lima to Arequipa
day 3Arequipa to Colca Canyon
day 4Colca Canyon to Puno
day 5Puno
day 6Puno to Cusco via Raqchi
day 7Cusco
day 8Cusco to Sacred Valley
day 9Sacred Valley to Aguas Calientes via Train
day 10Aguas Calientes to Cusco via Machu Picchu
day 11End Cusco
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Customer Reviews
Such an incredible trip! It’s fast-paced (most times spending only one night in a hotel before checking out) and somewhat exhausting with early mornings, but you see A LOT. I booked this mainly for Machu Picchu and was blown away by all the beauty, history, and sights Peru has to offer. Our tour manager (plus the local tour guides) were all great. The itinerary was well thought out and didn’t feel like we missed out on anything. Highly recommend this Contiki!
I saw so much of Peru on this trip! So many of the activities were included which was a nice bonus too.
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