Your Peruvian journey begins as soon as you arrive at Jorge Chávez International Airport. A representative from Expedition Travel Peru will be waiting to welcome you and provide a smooth private transfer to your hotel.

After settling in, enjoy the rest of the day at your own pace. You may choose to relax at your hotel or begin discovering Lima through its coastal neighbourhoods. Take a leisurely walk through Kennedy Park in Miraflores, enjoy panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean from Larcomar, or discover why Lima is internationally recognized as one of South America’s great culinary destinations.

Tonight, settle into the rhythm of Peru. Your journey has just begun.

Overnight: Lima

After breakfast, begin your discovery of Lima with a guided exploration of the city’s historic center.

Walk through the magnificent Plaza Mayor, surrounded by some of the capital’s most important colonial and republican landmarks. Continue to the Government Palace, the historic heart of Peru’s political life, before visiting the Convent of San Francisco and its famous catacombs, an extraordinary glimpse into Lima’s colonial past.

The experience continues through the lively streets of Chinatown and along Calle de la Unión, one of the city’s historic pedestrian streets.

After lunch, transfer to the bus station for your comfortable journey south along the Pan-American Highway. As the urban landscape gradually gives way to coastal desert, you will begin to experience one of Peru’s most striking geographical contrasts.

After approximately 6½ hours, arrive in Nazca, your gateway to one of the country’s greatest archaeological mysteries.

Overnight: Nasca

Today, one of Peru’s most fascinating archaeological experiences awaits.

After breakfast, head to María Reiche Airport, where you will first learn about the history and theories surrounding the Nazca Lines. Then board your aircraft for a spectacular flight over the vast desert plain.

From above, enormous ancient geoglyphs emerge from the desert landscape, including the Hummingbird, Spider, Condor, Astronaut, and numerous geometric figures. Their scale, precision, and enduring mystery offer a remarkable connection with one of Peru’s most intriguing ancient cultures.

After your flight, enjoy some time in Nazca before continuing your journey south.

In the evening, board your comfortable long-distance coach for the overnight journey toward Arequipa, crossing increasingly elevated landscapes as the coastal desert gives way to the Andes.

Overnight: Overnight bus to Arequipa

Arrive in Arequipa in the morning, where our local representative will welcome you and accompany you to your hotel.

After checking in and taking some time to rest, you may explore the city at your own pace. A visit to San Camilo Market offers an authentic introduction to everyday life in Arequipa, with colorful produce and ingredients reflecting Peru’s diverse coastal, Andean, and Amazonian regions.

In the afternoon, meet your guide for a fascinating exploration of the White City.

Begin at the elegant Plaza de Armas and its impressive Cathedral, then enter the extraordinary Santa Catalina Monastery, a remarkable architectural complex with colorful streets, courtyards, and centuries of history.

Continue to the Museum of Andean Sanctuaries, home to the famous Juanita mummy, discovered on Mount Ampato and offering a remarkable insight into the religious traditions of the Inca world.

Conclude the afternoon at the Carmen Alto and Yanahuara viewpoints. From here, admire the dramatic landscape surrounding Arequipa, with views toward the imposing volcanoes of Misti, Chachani, and Pichu Pichu.

Overnight: Arequipa

Today, the journey leaves the city behind and enters the spectacular landscapes of the high Andes.

Depart between 8:00 and 8:30 AM and travel toward the Colca Valley, passing through the protected landscapes of Pampa Cañahuas, where wild vicuñas can often be seen moving across the high-altitude plains.

Along the way, observe traditional alpaca herding and the vast open landscapes that characterize this part of southern Peru.

The route reaches its highest point at Patapampa’s Mirador de los Andes, approximately 4,910 meters above sea level. From this impressive viewpoint, the surrounding volcanic peaks and highland scenery reveal the immense scale of the Andes.

From the high pass, descend gradually toward Chivay, the principal town of the Colca Valley, where you will check into your hotel.

The afternoon is dedicated to relaxation. Soak in the warm mineral waters of La Calera, surrounded by the mountains of the Colca Valley—a perfect way to unwind after your journey through the highlands.

Overnight: Chivay

An early start brings you to one of the most memorable viewpoints in southern Peru: Cruz del Cóndor.

Travel along the canyon’s edge as the landscape opens into dramatic cliffs and deep valleys. At Cruz del Cóndor, watch for the majestic Andean condor, one of the largest flying birds in the world, as it takes advantage of the morning thermals rising from the canyon.

The experience is more than a wildlife encounter. Around you are ancient agricultural terraces, traditional communities, and landscapes shaped by generations of Andean life.

After enjoying the viewpoint and a buffet lunch in Chivay, begin the journey back across the highlands toward Arequipa.

Arrive in the city in the evening and enjoy a restful night before the next stage of your Peruvian adventure.

Overnight: Arequipa

Enjoy a relaxed morning in Arequipa before your transfer to the airport for your flight to Cusco.

As you fly toward the Andes, the landscape changes dramatically once again. Upon arrival in Cusco, our representative will welcome you and provide your private transfer to the hotel.

The remainder of the day is intentionally unhurried, allowing you to settle into the altitude and atmosphere of this extraordinary city.

Take some time to rest, enjoy your surroundings, and prepare for the cultural experiences ahead.

Later, receive a brief orientation from our local team so you know what to expect during the following days.

Overnight: Cusco

Today, discover the historic heart of the Inca Empire.

Enjoy a relaxed morning to explore Cusco independently, perhaps taking a walk through its atmospheric streets, visiting local shops, or simply enjoying a coffee in one of the city’s historic plazas.

In the afternoon, meet your expert guide and begin your exploration of Cusco’s remarkable archaeological heritage.

Visit Sacsayhuamán, the monumental Inca complex overlooking the city, renowned for its enormous precisely fitted stonework. Continue to Qenqo, a ceremonial site carved into the living rock, and Puca Pucara, a strategic complex offering expansive views across the surrounding valley.

As the afternoon comes to an end, return to Cusco with a deeper understanding of the sophisticated civilization that once made this city the center of an extraordinary Andean empire.

Overnight: Cusco

Today, the journey continues into the fertile landscapes of the Sacred Valley of the Incas.

Depart your hotel between 8:00 and 8:30 AM and travel through the valley, where dramatic mountains surround fertile agricultural fields and traditional Andean communities.

Your first stop is Pisac, home to an impressive archaeological complex spread across the mountainside. Explore its agricultural terraces, ceremonial areas, and ancient settlements while enjoying panoramic views across the valley.

Continue to the town of Pisac, where you can browse local handicrafts and experience the vibrant atmosphere of its artisan market.

Afterward, enjoy an Andean buffet lunch in Urubamba, surrounded by the dramatic scenery of the Sacred Valley.

In the afternoon, continue to Ollantaytambo, one of the best-preserved examples of an Inca settlement. Explore its monumental terraces, ceremonial structures, and ancient streets before boarding your scenic train.

The journey follows the Vilcanota River through an increasingly dramatic landscape of mountains and cloud forest. After approximately 90 minutes, arrive in Aguas Calientes, also known as Machu Picchu Pueblo, where our local team will welcome you and accompany you to your hotel.

Tomorrow, the journey reaches its most anticipated destination.

Overnight: Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu Pueblo

Today, experience the defining highlight of your journey: Machu Picchu.

After an early breakfast, your local guide will accompany you to the bus station for the approximately 30-minute journey up the mountainside to the entrance of the sanctuary.

As you enter Machu Picchu, the scale and setting of the Inca citadel gradually reveal themselves. Surrounded by dramatic green mountains and cloud-forest landscapes, the site offers an extraordinary combination of architecture, engineering, and natural beauty.

During your guided exploration, discover some of the sanctuary’s most important areas, including its agricultural terraces, ceremonial spaces, the Temple of the Three Windows, the Intihuatana, and the Temple of the Condor, depending on the circuit assigned for your visit.

Your guide will bring the site to life by explaining the history, architecture, beliefs, and remarkable engineering behind this extraordinary Inca sanctuary.

After the guided visit, return to Aguas Calientes and enjoy some free time before boarding your afternoon train. Continue your journey by connecting transport back to Cusco, where you will spend your final night in the Andes.

Overnight: Cusco

After breakfast, enjoy your final moments in Cusco, the historic heart of the Inca world.

We will come to your hotel to pick you up and transfer to the airportm where our services ends.