Trip details
- Duration: 17 days
- Starting Point: Airport connection in Lima to Trujillo on day 1
- Ending Point: Airport transfer from Cusco hotel on day 17
- Elevation Range: From approximately 16 feet in Paracas to 12,556 feet in Puno
- Group Size: Maximum 17 for some tours, private for others
- Languages: English and Spanish with professional guides
- Transportation: Private vehicles owned by the agency, with trained drivers; tourist buses for long segments
- Accommodations: 2 nights in Trujillo hotels, 2 nights in Chiclayo hotels, 2 nights in Lima hotels, 1 night in Paracas hotel, 1 night in Nazca hotel, 1 night in Arequipa hotel, 2 nights in Puno hotels, 3 nights in Cusco hotels, 1 night in Aguas Calientes hotel, all with breakfast
- Meals Provided: Breakfast daily, specific lunches as indicated
- Entrance Fees Covered: To museums, archaeological sites, lake islands, lines flight
- Optional Upgrades: Train types, mountain access, water circuit
Highlights
- Private explorations led by multilingual experts with broad global experience offer detailed cultural insights, setting this apart from shorter group tours in our range or from rival agencies.
- Owned private transportation by MACHU PICCHU RESERVATIONS provides reliable safety across coasts and highlands, unlike rented services in competing packages.
- Inclusion of northern sites like Moche temples and Sican museums adds depth to ancient civilizations, more comprehensive than south-only itineraries from other providers.
- Boat outings to islands and dune rides bring natural thrills, unique among history-focused plans in similar durations.
- Scenic bus routes with ancient stops enhance travel, a feature exceeding plain transfers in many rival offerings.
- Private guidance at Machu Picchu allows personalized pacing, an advantage over standard group sessions elsewhere.
- Constant representative oversight ensures quick adjustments, boosting support beyond typical unmonitored trips.
Trip Itinerary
TRIP ITINERARY
Arrival in Lima and Connection to Trujillo
The tour begins with arrival in Lima. Connect to flight for Trujillo at 112 feet or 34 meters. Private transportation owned by the agency takes you to the hotel.
Staff provides a briefing on the schedule. Receive suggestions for local historical walks or rest. The day allows initial exploration of the northern city.
Trujillo offers a less common start. Use free time for adjustment before structured parts.
Overnight at a hotel in Trujillo.
Trujillo Archaeological City Tour
The day starts at 10:30 a.m. with the Campo Moche museum. Guides, with deep knowledge of these areas, explain Moche artifacts.
Move to Huaca de la Luna, complex with god paintings. See iconography on walls, tied to Andean rituals.
To Huaca del Sol, religious center for Mochica. Lunch break follows. Afternoon to Huaca Arcoiris, colorful structure.
Then Chan Chan Museum, intro to Chimu. Explore Tschudi Palace in the citadel. End at Huanchaco beach for reed boats, pier, market around 6:30 p.m. Evening free.
Overnight at a hotel in Trujillo.
The El Brujo Archaeological Site & Journey to Chiclayo
At 10:00 a.m., private transportation to Chicama Valley for El Brujo site. View constructions from Moche times.
Museum holds Señora de Cao remains, high-status figure with textiles. Guides detail possible roles in society.
Afternoon exploration continues. At 6:00 p.m., bus to Chiclayo at 121 feet or 37 meters. Team transfer to hotel.
Overnight at a hotel in Chiclayo.
The Pyramids of Túcume in Chiclayo
Morning to Ferreñafe for Sicán Museum, center for Lambayeque studies. See jewelry, ceramics from Lord of Sicán.
Guides explain metal work techniques. Lunch after. Afternoon to Túcume, 40 minutes away, for adobe pyramids.
Complex spans civilizations. Return to hotel late afternoon.
Overnight at a hotel in Chiclayo.
The Royal Tombs of Sipán & Return to Lima
Morning to Sipán for Huaca Rajada, tomb site of Lord of Sipán, Moche leader.
Guides describe discovery. Lunch follows. Afternoon to Lambayeque at 59 feet or 18 meters for Royal Tombs Museum.
View gold from cemeteries, Mochica customs. Evening overnight bus to Lima.
Overnight on bus.
Modern and Colonial City Tour in Lima
Arrival in Lima at 505 feet or 154 meters. Guided tour of historic center, UNESCO with plazas, Cathedral.
See Government Palace. Guides tie to colonial history. Afternoon to Miraflores for Huaca Pucllana, pre-Inca pyramid.
Panoramic view shows urban blend. Evening free for atmosphere.
Overnight at a hotel in Lima.
Lima to Paracas & the National Reserve Tour
Tourist bus to Paracas at 16 feet or 5 meters, passing dunes, valleys. Hotel check-in.
Afternoon visit Paracas National Reserve, home to 400+ species. Guided tour covers birds like cormorants, sea lions.
Guides explain ecosystem.
Overnight at a hotel in Paracas.
Ballestas Islands Boat Tour, Huacachina, and Nazca
Morning boat to Ballestas Islands for penguins, birds, lions.
Guides point wildlife. To Huacachina at 1,332 feet or 406 meters, oasis in dunes.
Dune buggy ride for thrills. Continue to Nazca.
Overnight at a hotel in Nazca.
Flight Over the Nazca Lines & Journey to Arequipa
Morning flight over Nazca Lines at 1,929 feet or 588 meters, figures like monkey, spider.
See from air. Guides discuss theories. Afternoon first-class bus to Arequipa.
Overnight on bus.
Arequipa City Tour
Arrival in Arequipa at 7,661 feet or 2,335 meters, hotel transfer. Afternoon guided tour to Mirador de Carmen Alto for volcanoes.
To Mirador de Yanahuara, plaza. Visit tambo inn, Plaza de Armas. To Monastery of Santa Catalina, nun residence since 1579.
Optional Andean Sanctuary Museum with Juanita mummy.
Overnight at a hotel in Arequipa.
Arequipa to Puno
Breakfast, bus terminal transfer. Tourist bus to Puno, views of peaks.
Arrival at 12,556 feet or 3,827 meters, hotel transfer. Map with exploration tips, coca tea for altitude.
Overnight at a hotel in Puno.
Lake Titicaca | Floating Islands of Uros and Taquile
To pier for full-day boat. First to Uros Floating Islands, 100+ reed platforms.
See construction. To Taquile for crafts, traditions.
Lunch, return to Puno.
Overnight at a hotel in Puno.
Puno to Cusco via the "Ruta del Sol"
Tourist bus along Route of the Sun. Stops at Pucará site, pre-Inca.
To Raqchi temple. Lunch en route. Arrive Cusco at 11,152 feet or 3,399 meters.
Overnight at a hotel in Cusco.
Archaeological City Tour in Cusco
Breakfast. From 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., tour historic center.
Afternoon to Sacsayhuaman fortress, Qoricancha temple, Q’enqo.
Evening optional at Qosqo Center for performances.
Overnight at a hotel in Cusco.
The Sacred Valley of the Incas & Aguas Calientes
Sacred Valley tour. To Pisac for culture, site.
To Awanacancha for textiles. Lunch in Urubamba.
To Ollantaytambo village, ruins. Train to Aguas Calientes at 6,693 feet or 2,040 meters.
Overnight at a hotel in Aguas Calientes.
Machu Picchu Private Tour - Cusco
Bus 30 minutes to Machu Picchu. Private guide details history.
Free time. Bus back, train to Cusco.
Overnight at a hotel in Cusco.
Hotel Transfer to Cusco Airport
Breakfast. Transfer 2 hours before flight.
If time, museums with tourist ticket.
Tour Inclusions
Inclusions
Included
- Hotels with breakfast: 2 nights in Trujillo, practical locations; 2 nights in Chiclayo, near sites; 2 nights in Lima, central; 1 night in Paracas, coastal; 1 night in Nazca, desert; 1 night in Arequipa, historic; 2 nights in Puno, lake; 3 nights in Cusco, access; 1 night in Aguas Calientes, near train.
- Private guided tour in Machu Picchu: Full explanations.
- Courtesy city tour in Cusco: Morning walk.
- Archaeological city tour in Cusco: Group up to 17.
- Sacred Valley tour with buffet lunch: Group up to 17.
- Entrance to Machu Picchu: Site access.
- Round-trip bus Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu: Transport.
- Tourist bus transportation Lima to Paracas, Paracas to Nazca, Nazca to Arequipa: Scenic rides.
- Regular service city tours in Lima and Arequipa: Guided walks.
- Tickets for all visited archaeological complexes: Covers temples, museums.
- Full-day Lake Titicaca tour with buffet lunch: Boat islands.
- “Ruta del Sol” tour with buffet lunch Cusco to Puno: Bus with stops.
- Tourist class train Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes & return to Ollantaytambo or Cusco: Valley travel.
- All necessary airport, hotel, and bus/train station transfers in Trujillo, Chiclayo, Lima, Paracas, Nazca, Arequipa, Puno, and Cusco: Private, agency-owned.
- 24-hour assistance in English and Spanish: Support.
- Professional team for all tours: Experts.
- Bilingual guidance: Multilingual.
- Personalized concierge service: For needs.
- Meals: Natural local organic, international extra; consult team.
Not Included
- Travel insurance: Coverage.
- National or international air tickets: Flights.
- Food and drinks not mentioned: Extras.
- Personal expenses: Laundry, calls, tips.
What to Pack
Prices
Pricing
Package value per person, valid from January 1, 2026, to December 31, 2025.
As of January 20, 2026, these prices are from the previous year. For current rates, consult MACHU PICCHU RESERVATIONS, as they may have updated.
| Hotel Category | Accommodation Details | Single | Double | Triple |
| Touristy | Trujillo: Gran Recreo Peru, Awqa Classic, or Similar. Chiclayo: Solec Bussiness, or Similar. Lima: Arawi Miraflores Express, or Similar. Paracas: Riviera Inka Paracas, or Similar. Nazca: Casa Hacienda Nasca Oasis, or Similar. Arequipa: Casona Plaza Hotel AQP, or Similar. Puno: Sol Plaza Hotel Puno, or Similar. Cusco: San Francisco Plaza, or Similar. Aguas Calientes: Flower House, or Similar. | $3,870 USD | $2,680 USD | $2,488 USD |
| First | Trujillo: Costa del Sol Wyndham Trujillo, or Similar. Chiclayo: Sunec Hotel, or Similar. Lima: San Agustin Exclusive, or Similar. Paracas: San Agustin Paracas, or Similar. Nazca: Casa Andina Standard Nazca, or Similar. Arequipa: Casona Plaza Hotel AQP, or Similar. Puno: Qalasaya, or Similar. Cusco: Terra Andina, or Similar. Aguas Calientes: Taypikala Machu Picchu, or Similar. | $4,417 USD | $2,916 USD | $2,691 USD |
| Premium | Trujillo: Costa del Sol Wyndham Trujillo, or Similar. Chiclayo: Costa del Sol Wyndham Chiclayo, or Similar. Lima: Alof Lima Miraflores, or Similar. Paracas: Casa Andina Select Paracas, or Similar. Nazca: Casa Andina Standard Nazca, or Similar. Arequipa: Palla Boutique, or Similar. Puno: Jose Antonio Puno, or Similar. Cusco: Hilton Garden Inn, or Similar. Aguas Calientes: El Mapi By Inkaterra, or Similar. | $4,968 USD | $3,192 USD | $2,996 USD |
| Luxury | Trujillo: Costa del Sol Trujillo Centro, Double Tree, or Similar. Chiclayo: Costa del Sol Wyndham Chiclayo, or Similar. Lima: AC Hotel Lima Miraflores, Belmond Miraflores Park, or Similar. Paracas: Paracas Luxury Collection Resort, or Similar. Nazca: Casa Andina Standard Nazca, or Similar. Arequipa: Sonesta Arequipa, or Similar. Puno: GHL Hotel Lago Titicaca, or Similar. Cusco: Casa Andina Premium, Palacio del Inca, or Similar. Aguas Calientes: Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo, or Similar. | Request a Quote | Request a Quote | Request a Quote |
For private service, prices begin at $4,000 USD per person touristy, rising to $5,200 luxury, with dedicated guides and vehicles; contact for group quotes.
Optional Tours
- Magical Circuit of the Waters with Dinner show and Peruvian Paso Horses: Illuminated fountains music magic horse. From $55.00 USD per person.
- Travel in style between Cusco and Puno with the Titicaca Train: 10-hour journey dances lunch service landscapes. From $270.00 USD per person.
- Pachacamac Archaeological Tour: Clay pyramids universe creator worship. From $35.00 USD per person.
- Buffet Lunch at Sanctuary Lodge Restaurant: Facing Machu Picchu. From $50.00 USD per person.
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