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9 Days Peru’s Treasures: Machu Picchu & Rainforest

9 days
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Hiking & Trekking
Epic trails and breathtaking landscapes await
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Medium Intensity
Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Other languages on request: Spanish
Group Size 1 - 16
Ages 8+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Lima

    You'll arrive in Lima and head to your hotel to settle in. The evening is yours to explore at your own pace. Consider walking along the Pacific cliffs in Miraflores as the sun sets, or find a local restaurant to try some Peruvian food. Your trip officially kicks off tomorrow.

    Optional Activities

    • Stroll along the Pacific cliffs of Miraflores
    • Sample local Peruvian cuisine
    Landmarks/POIs
    Miraflores
  2. Day 2

    Lima to Cusco

    After flying over the Andes, you'll land in Cusco and have coca tea to help with the altitude. Then you'll explore this historic city, checking out the cathedral and the Temple of the Sun. From there, head to Sacsayhuaman fortress to see the massive stone walls built by the Incas. You'll also wander through the plazas and narrow streets that show the city's long history.

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Flight from Lima to Cusco
    • Traditional coca tea welcome
    • Visit cathedral and Temple of the Sun
    • Explore Sacsayhuaman fortress
    Landmarks/POIs
    Cusco
    Temple of the Sun (Qorikancha)
    Sacsayhuaman
    Cusco Cathedral
  3. Day 3

    Sacred Valley

    You'll start in the Sacred Valley at the Pisac market, where local artisans sell textiles and handicrafts. After grabbing lunch with views of the valley, you'll visit Ollantaytambo's fortress with its stone terraces built into the mountainside. This town still has its original Inca layout, giving you a real sense of how people lived back then.

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch with valley views)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Pisac market
    • Lunch in Sacred Valley
    • Explore Ollantaytambo fortress and terraces
    Landmarks/POIs
    Pisac Market
    Ollantaytambo
  4. Day 4

    Machu Picchu

    Early morning train ride takes you through canyon landscapes to Aguas Calientes. From there, you'll head up to Machu Picchu with a guide who'll explain the temples, stones, and terraces. You'll have time to walk around and take in the site before heading back down by train, passing through the Urubamba Valley.

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    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Train journey to Aguas Calientes (Peru Rail Train Ticket in Expeditions class)
    • Guided tour of Machu Picchu
    • Visit Temple of the Sun
    • Explore Intihuatana stone
    • View agricultural terraces
    • Return train journey through Urubamba Valley
    Landmarks/POIs
    Machu Picchu
    Aguas Calientes
    Urubamba Valley
  5. Day 5

    Cusco to Puerto Maldonado

    You'll fly over the Andes to Puerto Maldonado, then take a river journey to your eco-lodge in the rainforest. After checking in, there's a guided walk through the trails to learn about the plants and animals around you. Later in the evening, you'll take a river cruise looking for caimans and other wildlife as the sun goes down.

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Flight from Cusco to Puerto Maldonado
    • Scenic river journey to eco-lodge
    • Guided walk through rainforest trails
    • River cruise to spot wildlife
    Landmarks/POIs
    Puerto Maldonado
  6. Day 6

    Puerto Maldonado

    Paddle across an oxbow lake early in the day, watching for giant otters, macaws, and possibly an anaconda. You'll have lunch, then try a canopy walkway high above the forest floor with views stretching out in all directions. After dark, a guided night walk shows you what comes out when the sun's gone.

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Paddle across oxbow lake
    • Wildlife spotting (giant otters, macaws, anacondas)
    • Canopy walkway experience
    • Guided night walk
    Landmarks/POIs
    Oxbow Lake
  7. Day 7

    Puerto Maldonado

    You'll visit a botanical garden and learn how local communities use rainforest plants for medicine. Then try traditional fishing in a jungle lagoon while monkeys hang around in the trees above. The afternoon is free time to relax at the lodge or do optional activities. Dinner tonight is special, eaten outdoors under the stars.

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Farewell dinner under the stars)

    Included Activities

    • Visit botanical garden
    • Traditional fishing techniques in jungle lagoon
    • Farewell dinner under the stars

    Optional Activities

    • Optional afternoon activities
    Landmarks/POIs
    Botanical Garden
  8. Day 8

    Puerto Maldonado to Lima

    You'll cruise back downriver in the morning, looking for any final wildlife. Then it's a flight back to Lima, where you have your last evening in Peru. Check out the Barranco district if you want art galleries and ocean views, or book a dinner with ceviche and pisco sours to end things right.

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • River cruise with final wildlife sightings
    • Flight from Puerto Maldonado to Lima

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Barranco district for art galleries and ocean views
    • Farewell dinner with ceviche and pisco sours
    Landmarks/POIs
    Barranco
  9. Day 9

    Lima Departure

    Your trip ends with a transfer to the airport. You'll head home with memories of mountain ruins, colorful markets, and rainforest experiences, plus the feeling of connecting with Peru's people and culture.

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Airport transfer
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  • 9 Days Peru’s Treasures: Machu Picchu & Rainforest reviewer 1
    · September 16th, 2025
    Service providers and drivers were all on time and kind.
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    Hello Amy Wichgers-Andrews, Thank you so much for your kind words! We are so happy to hear that you felt well taken care of and that our service providers and drivers were punctual and friendly. Your comfort and peace of mind are very important to... Show more
    Trip date: September 2025
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    · July 2nd, 2025
    Extraordinary tour! Great hospitality.
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    Hello dear Naida, I just wanted to take a moment to thank you for your wonderful review of the “9 Days Peru’s Treasures: Machu Picchu & Rainforest” trip. I’m so happy to hear you had an amazing experience exploring Peru’s beauty, from the majestic Andes... Show more
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