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Wonderful Peruvian South

13 days
From Lima to Cusco
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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Partially Guided
Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Guided in English, Spanish
Group Size 2 - 20
Age range 12 to 99
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Highlights

  • Explore Lima's historic center, a UNESCO site
  • Fly over the mysterious Nazca Lines
  • Cruise to the wildlife-rich Ballestas Islands
  • Tour the ancient Santa Catalina Monastery
  • Visit the iconic Machu Picchu citadel

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 ARRIVAL LIMA
  2. Day 2 LIMA – PARACAS (300 km – 4 hrs)
  3. Day 3 PARACAS – BALLESTAS ISLANDS – NAZCA (215 km – 3.5 hrs)
  4. Day 4 NASCA LINES – AREQUIPA (570 km – 10 hrs)
  5. Day 5 AREQUIPACITY TOUR & SANTA CATALINA MONASTERY
  6. Day 6 AREQUIPA – COLCA VALLEY AND CANYON (165 km – 3.5 hrs)
  7. Day 7 COLCA VALLEY AND CANYON – PUNO (250 km – 6 hrs)
  8. Day 8 PUNO – LAKE TITICACA, UROS ISLANDS AND TAQUILE – PUNO
  9. Day 9 PUNO – CUSCO (360 km – 10 hrs)
  10. Day 10 CUSCOCITY TOUR AND NEAR ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITES
  11. Day 11 CUSCO – CHINCHERO – OLLANTAYTAMBO (75km – 1.5 hrs)
  12. Day 12 VALLE SAGRADO – MACHU PICCHU – OLLANTAYTAMBO – CUSCO (200 km – 6 hrs)
  13. Day 13 DEPARTURE CUSCO
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  • Itinerary
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    5.0
  • Guide
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    Good
    4.0
  • Accommodation
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    4.3
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  • A
    · July 12th, 2023
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    The hotel staff was very helpful. They helped us with an excursion on the last day. We hardly had any contact in Lima, as we arrived very late and were leaving very early.our guides very friendly. The drivers were always on time and guided us very well. Our transfers from the airport and to the hotel were great. Very grateful. Excellent guides, they took wonderful souvenir photos for us. The food was very good in a relaxed atmosphere. Elias and our Machu Picchu guide went the extra mile. Very grateful.
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    Trip date: May 2023
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  • A
    · July 12th, 2023
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    Efficient organization. The guide's passion for his city. The guide's humor
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    Trip date: April 2023
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  • A
    · July 12th, 2023
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    Punctuality, professionalism and good service! They always kept us informed. Your website helps us to always be well informed, we really liked the preparation and kindness of the guides and transporters. In Puno, hotel, guide, very good services!
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    Trip date: October 2022
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  • A
    · July 12th, 2023
    The guides in machu pichu and for Colca valley were SUPER. The visitations to the different points of interest. The Machu Pichu. The service and kindness of my Peruvian colleagues
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    Trip date: September 2022
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  • A
    · July 12th, 2023
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    The guide, MARGARET our assigned guide for the May excursion was excellent. I recommend her 100%. Very helpful and attentive drivers
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    Trip date: September 2022
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  • A
    · July 12th, 2023
    Perfect ratio price to quality
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    Trip date: May 2022
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  • A
    · July 12th, 2023
    Hola Lima Tours, I want to share our opinion about our wonderful experience in Peru at the end of 2022. My wife and I, along with approximately 20 others were touring Cusco, Lima, Machu Picchu and everything in between as an extension of a Celebrity Vacations tour. We were welcomed and led for about four days by Percy Yucra. First and foremost, his command of our language and extremely welcoming smile just put everyone at ease. Next, as he conveyed information about Peru's history and people and guided us with frequent examples and informative facts, we felt we were being personally led by the most caring and personable guide we could ever wish to have. As we visited museums, churches, historical sites and various areas, we learned and enjoyed our time immensely. Unfortunately, at the end of our time in Lima, the airport accident forced everyone into a bit of chaos, as all plans for departure were cancelled and changed. With so many clients and so many itineraries in his care, Percy methodically and caringly took over every single person's situation and saw it through to solution. He had to be stressed with so much responsibility, but no one would have known, since he remained "rock steady" and calm. In summary, Percy built our Peru experience to a vacation of a lifetime and then followed-up with the most competent handling of our "emergency" in departure. Lastly, in addition to his professionalism and competence, Percy will remain one of the nicest and most accommodating/caring people we have met in decades of traveling. He is a gem in every sense and would be a quality addition to any tour-oriented business. We highly recommend him! Best Regards, William and Brenda Schaaf Golden, Colorado USA
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    Trip date: November 2022
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  • Wonderful Peruvian South reviewer 8
    · August 23rd, 2022
    Great tour with a lot of Highlights in a relative short time. The different tour guides were very helpfull, especially if problems came up, such as a missing hotel reservation at late night arrival for example. Some minibus drivers really scared us with their driving style, but this seems to be unfortunatelly normal un Peru. Overall we had a great time. Thanks.
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    LimaTours commented on this review
    Thank you for taking visiting our destination, Thomas! We are happy to be of service :)
    Trip date: August 2022
  • KR
    · October 20th, 2021
    We loved our "Wonderful Peruvian South"...
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    LimaTours commented on this review
    Dear Ken, thank you very much for your kind words. We are glad that you enjoyed the tour and got to explore Peru. It was a pleasure to show you around, we hope to see you back soon! LimaTours Team
    Trip date: October 2021
  • A
    · August 27th, 2019
    I just want to thank all Lima Tours staff for the wonderful trip we had. Everything was perfect.It is hard to pick only one place to say we like the most. Each place we have visited has something that makes it unique. Specially, with the information provided by the guides. All were great!Our journey started in Lima, a huge city with its contrasts. On the first day we had enough time to take a walk around Miraflores from our hotel to Larcomar Mall.Next day during the tour, we had the privilege of seeing the Sunday Easter parade at Plaza de Armas in front of the Cathedral. The carpets made of flowers were beautiful! We walked through the historical center, we visited the Convento, Casa de Aliaga and the Larco Museum with our guide who made the visits more interesting.We traveled to Pisco to take the small plane to see the Nazca Lines. Seeing the lines was a dream that came true. The hotel was great, the room view of the sunset was epic. Hundreds of photos taken.Next day, Islas Ballestas. I have never seen so many birds at the same time. How rich the reserve is!After that, we enjoyed our free time at the beautiful hotel and had lunch at a local restaurant in Paracas with our guide and driver, we went back to Lima. One more opportunity to taste Peruvian culinary.The following day we arrived in the picturesque Cusco city. We visited archeological sites and the Cathedral. Our guide was very conscious of our struggle to breath in such high altitude, so we walked slowly with frequent stops. Perfect!Early in the morning, we travel to Ollantaytambo to take the Vistadome train to Aguas Calientes. The train ride is a must to do in Peru.In Aguas Calientes, we met our guide who took us to a bus ride until Machu Picchu.Wow! Machu Picchu is the highlight of the trip and it was saved to the end, now I can understand why. It is hard to express in words the emotion felt when we saw the citadel at the first time. Love it! Our guide new all the best spots to take photos where didn?t have too many tourists around. All explanation given to us just made the tour more interesting. I am still thinking how ancient Peruvian people were so smart, how they knew so much!!Too soon we need to go back home, but our Peru trip will be in our memories forever.Thank you!
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    Trip date: May 2019

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    Gina

    Asked on March 25th, 2025

    Is there an additional supplement cost? For the Machu Picchu part of the tour, can I also do the Huayna Picchu?

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    • LimaToursOperatorWritten March 2025

      There's no supplement cost for single accommodation. You will have to search until find the rate in single room accommodation. Unfortunately it's not possible to make Huayna Picchu, in order to make it, you will have to spend one night in Aguas Calientes, this itinerary does not include an overnight there.

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      Gina

      TravelerWritten March 2025

      Do Lima Tours provide the option of being partnered with another solo traveler in the group in order to get the double occupancy rate?

    • LimaToursOperatorWritten March 2025

      We do not provide that option for solo passengers, due that this is not a group departure. You will have private transfers from/to each airport, the excursions are shared with other passengers travelling with LimaTours too. That's why we do not offer the option to share with other passengers.

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    Julien

    Asked on January 18th, 2025

    What are the accommodation categories available for the tour?

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    • LimaToursOperatorWritten January 2025

      We offer various hotel categories including Superior for you to choose from. Please mention your preference so we can provide you with the specific costs.

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    Liz

    Asked on January 5th, 2025

    Can I take a 10 year old child on the tour with me?

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    • LimaToursOperatorWritten January 2025

      Yes you can go with a 10 year old child.

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    Crystal

    Asked on December 12th, 2024

    Does this tour include a visit to the Huacachina?

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    • LimaToursOperatorWritten December 2024

      The current itinerary doesn't include a visit to the Huacachina, but we can add it to your schedule on the fourth day after visiting the Ballestas Islands. Please let us know so we can arrange this for you.

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    Melanie

    Asked on November 30th, 2024

    We would like the tour to include Machu Picu and the Rainbow Mountain

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    • LimaToursOperatorWritten December 2024

      Regarding the program you are looking for, we can recommend the Shades of Peru, that includes Machu Picchu and Vinicunca

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    Hanna

    Asked on August 26th, 2024

    Are transfers included in my tour package?

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    • LimaToursOperatorWritten August 2024

      Transfer service is included in your package; however, any pre-night accommodations would need to be booked separately at an additional cost.

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      Our tours cater to a wide range of age groups, but we can provide specific recommendations and adjustments to suit your personal needs.

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    Asked on August 10th, 2024

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      The standard package includes meals according to the itinerary laid out for the tour.

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    Asked on August 10th, 2024

    Can single supplement be arranged?

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      Yes, a single supplement is available should you prefer a private room throughout your tour. Additional fees apply.

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      Our tour groups can vary in size, but they are typically between 10 to 15 participants, offering a more personalized and engaging experience.

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    • Typhoid - Recommended for Peru and Bolivia. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
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