Itinerary
- Day 1
Departure to Peru
Your Peru adventure kicks off today. You'll board your flight heading to the southern hemisphere with Inca ruins, colorful mountains, and all sorts of adventures waiting for you on the other end.
- Day 2
Arrival in Lima
You arrive in Lima and get settled into your accommodation. After that, head to San Isidro neighborhood to check out the green spaces and architecture. Stop by Olive Trees Park, grab some freshly roasted coffee, and try authentic Peruvian ceviche for your first real taste of local food.
Optional Activities
- Explore San Isidro neighborhood
- Visit Olive Trees Park
- Sample ceviche and local cuisine
Landmarks/POIs Olive Trees Park San Isidro - Day 3
Lima: Miraflores, Barranco & Food Tour
Start with Lima's colonial side in Miraflores, where you'll see Huaca Pucllana pyramid and Love Park with Pacific views. Then head to Barranco for street art and a guided food tour through Peruvian dishes. You'll also do a fair trade chocolate workshop and cross the Bridge of Sighs before wrapping up.
Included Activities
- Guided food tour through Barranco district with local guide
- Fair trade and locally produced chocolate workshop
Optional Activities
- Visit Huaca Pucllana ancient pyramid
- Explore Love Park
- Walk across the Bridge of Sighs
Landmarks/POIs Huaca Pucllana Love Park Barranco Bridge of Sighs - Day 4
Lima: Kennedy Park, Museo Larco & Cristo del Pacífico
Take it easy this morning at Kennedy Park spotting the local cats. Grab street food at Surquillo market, then check out pre-Columbian art at Museo Larco. Later, head to Chorrillos to climb Morro Solar hill and visit Cristo del Pacífico statue. Finish with sunset views and picarones on the beach.
Optional Activities
- Relax in Kennedy Park
- Street food in Surquillo market
- Visit Museo Larco
- Explore Chorrillos district
- Climb Morro Solar hill
- Visit Cristo del Pacífico
Landmarks/POIs Kennedy Park Surquillo Market Museo Larco Chorrillos Morro Solar Cristo del Pacífico - Day 5
Lima to Paracas
Head south early along the Pacific coast with ocean views the whole way. You'll arrive in Paracas by afternoon, walk along the beach promenade, and grab dinner at one of the seaside restaurants while taking in that salty ocean air.
Optional Activities
- Walk along beach promenade
- Dine at seaside restaurants
Landmarks/POIs Paracas Beach - Day 6
Paracas
You'll start in Paracas where desert landscape drops right into the Pacific, and your Peru Hop Bus ticket gets you into Paracas National Reserve for a short tour. From there, you pick what appeals to you: boat trips out to Ballestas Islands (payment happens when you arrive), exploring by buggy across the terrain, or renting an e-bike to cover ground yourself. Make sure to get to Playa Roja, the red sand beach that's really worth seeing, and check out the Candelabro geoglyph, this massive carved design on the hillside that you can spot from the water or land depending on how you explore. Later, head to the Paracas Geological Museum to get context on what you've been seeing, with exhibits about the region's history and the wildlife here.
Included Activities
- Short tour of Paracas National Reserve
- Visit Paracas Geological Museum
Optional Activities
- Boat tour to Ballestas Islands (bookable on site)
- Buggy expedition in Paracas National Reserve (payable on site)
- E-bike expedition in Paracas National Reserve (payable on site)
- Visit Playa Roja
- Visit Candelabro geoglyph
Landmarks/POIs Paracas National Reserve Ballestas Islands Playa Roja Candelabro Paracas Geological Museum - Day 7
Paracas to Huacachina
Travel south early along the coastal road, watching the landscape shift from ocean to red and gold dunes. You'll reach Huacachina oasis with its emerald green lagoon surrounded by palms. Spend your evening watching the sunset light up the dunes while you sip drinks and take in the views.
Optional Activities
- Sunset viewing at Huacachina lagoon
Landmarks/POIs Huacachina - Day 8
Huacachina: Desert Adventure
Start your morning slow, then grab sunscreen and sunglasses for dune activities. You can try sandboarding down the dunes or go for a buggy ride if you want the adrenaline rush. Later, find a spot to watch the stars come out across the desert sky.
Optional Activities
- Sandboarding down dunes (payable on site)
- Buggy ride through dunes (payable on site)
- Stargazing in the desert
Landmarks/POIs Huacachina Dunes - Day 9
Huacachina to Nazca
Travel to Nazca, the town known for ancient geoglyphs and desert mysteries. After you settle in, head to a local pub to try a pisco sour (Peru's signature drink) and eat some local food while you celebrate your journey so far.
Optional Activities
- Pisco sour tasting and local food
Landmarks/POIs Nazca - Day 10
Nazca to Cusco (Night Bus)
You'll explore Nazca's geoglyphs from different viewpoints and walk through the town center doing some shopping. Spend time relaxing at cafes around town. In the evening, you'll board your night bus for the overnight ride to Cusco. Get comfortable in your seat for the long drive ahead.
Included Activities
- Overnight coach bus transfer to Cusco
Optional Activities
- Visit Nazca geoglyph viewpoints
- Explore Nazca town center
- Relax in local cafés
Landmarks/POIs Nazca Geoglyphs - Day 11
Arrival in Cusco
You arrive in Cusco, the former Inca capital and UNESCO World Heritage site. Start at Plaza de Armas to see the fountains and churches, then wander the cobblestone alleys to Hatun Rumiyoc Street for the famous twelve-angled stone. Stop by San Pedro market to see local crafts, food, and souvenirs.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Quick local breakfast)
Included Activities
- Discovery tour of Cusco with local guide
Optional Activities
- Plaza de Armas exploration
- Hatun Rumiyoc Street visit
- San Pedro market exploration
Landmarks/POIs Plaza de Armas Hatun Rumiyoc Street Twelve-angled Stone San Pedro Market - Day 12
Cusco: Sacsayhuamán & San Blas
Hike up to Sacsayhuamán fortress for sweeping views of Cusco and the Andes. Come down through colorful stairs into San Blas neighborhood to check out street art and relax. Later, you can visit Cristo Blanco or catch panoramic views from Mirador de San Cristobal viewpoint.
Optional Activities
- Hike to Sacsayhuamán fortress
- Explore San Blas artist district
- Visit Cristo Blanco
- View from Mirador de San Cristobal viewpoint
Landmarks/POIs Sacsayhuamán San Blas Cristo Blanco Mirador de San Cristobal - Day 13
Cusco: Palccoyo Rainbow Mountain & Red Valley
Start early with a local breakfast and depart in a van with your guide. You'll see Palccoyo rainbow mountain with its oxidized mineral colors, arriving early for clear photo opportunities. Do a guided hike with expert commentary, then explore the Red Valley landscape nearby.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Quick local breakfast)
Included Activities
- Guided tour with local English-speaking guide to Palccoyo Rainbow Mountain
- Guided hike to Red Valley with photography tips
Landmarks/POIs Palccoyo Rainbow Mountain Red Valley - Day 14
Departure from Cusco
Enjoy your last moments in Peru with a final churro stop and revisiting favorite spots. Grab last-minute alpaca socks and chocolate, put on your new poncho, then head to the airport for your departure. You'll leave thinking about colorful mountains, llamas, and Inca ruins.
Optional Activities
- Final visits to favorite Lima spots
- Last-minute souvenir shopping
- Day 15
Return Home
You're back home now with memories of rainbow mountains, llamas, and Inca ruins. Unpack your bag and reflect on your Peru journey, which turned out to be more than just a destination but a real transformative experience.
