Peru Upgraded
8 days, Lima to Lima
Please note that protocols in Peru require that proof of double vaccination for COVID-19 be shown along with passport ID in order to board domestic flights, trains and also to gain entry into restaurants, museums and attractions. As this is a rapidly changing situation we will update this alert and advise as necessary.
Experience the magic of Peru firsthand on this compact and highlight-packed adventure. Dive straight into the beautiful Sacred Valley with visits to local communities and Inca sites before the unforgettable moment of seeing the mountaintop citadel of Machu Picchu for the first time. From learning about the ancient cultural traditions in the Andes to checking out the booming food scene in Lima, Peru will leave you hungry for more.
Is this tour for me?
Travel Style: Classic
All of the highlights, culture, access, and I-can’t-believe-we-did-that moments, all at a great price.
Service Level: Upgraded
Quality accommodations and more inclusions than on other G Adventures tours, like meals, private transport, and activities.
Physical Rating: 3 - Average
Some tours may include light hiking, biking, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking.
Trip Type: Small Group
Small group experience; Max 16, Avg 12.
Age requirement: 12+
All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Visa Requirements
8 days
Lima to Lima
Special Offers
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Itinerary
Day 1Lima
Arrive at any time. Arrival transfer is included.
Day 2Lima/Urubamba
Hop on an early flight to Cusco and drive to Urubamba through the scenic Sacred Valley. Stop at the terraced salt pans of Maras and take a tour of the nearby Inca site of Moray. In the evening, enjoy a delicious pachamanca meal, a traditional preparation of meats and vegetables cooked in the ground underneath piping hot stones.
Meals included:
Breakfast | DinnerDay 3Urubamba
Spend a full day exploring the Sacred Valley, stopping first at the G Adventures–supported Parque de la Papa, a rural Andean community working to preserve hundreds of varieties of native potato. Take a tour of the Inca Ruins at Pisac and Ollantaytambo, and enjoy a delicious lunch at the G Adventures–supported Parwa Community Restaurant in Huchuy Qosqo.
Exclusive Inclusions:
Your G for Good Moment Parque de la Papa (Potato Park)| Your G for Good Moment Parwa Community Restaurant the Sacred ValleyMeals included:
Breakfast | LunchDay 4Urubamba/Aguas Calientes
Board a train for a scenic ride along the Urubamba River to Aguas Calientes, at the foot of Machu Picchu. Settle into the hotel and choose from a variety of optional activities like a visit to the local hot springs, or a nearby botanical garden.
Meals included:
BreakfastDay 5Aguas Calientes/Cusco
Start early today and head up to Machu Picchu to explore the temples and terraces of this UNESCO World Heritage site with an expert local guide. Return to Cusco in the afternoon by train and private bus.
Meals included:
BreakfastDay 6Cusco
Enjoy a free day in Cusco to explore the city or choose from optional activities like horseback riding to nearby ruins or a cooking class. In the evening visit the Cusco Planetarium to learn about the importance of astronomy to the ancient Inca and, weather permitting, look up at the stars through telescopes.
Meals included:
BreakfastDay 7Cusco/Lima
Fly back to Lima and have a free afternoon to explore the city. Opt to take a city tour of the historical centre or choose from one of the many trendy bars and restaurants that show off Peru's booming food scene.
Meals included:
BreakfastDay 8Lima
Depart at any time.
Meals included:
BreakfastWhat's Included
- Your G for Good Moment: Parque de la Papa (Potato Park), Pisac
- Your G for Good Moment: Parwa Community Restaurant the Sacred Valley, Lamay
- Your Discover Moment: Cusco
- Arrival transfer
- Two-day Sacred Valley tour including Ollantaytambo, Moray, and Pisac ruins and pre-Inca salt pans
- Traditional pachamanca-style dinner
- Scenic train and guided tour of Machu Picchu
- Internal flights
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodations
Hotels (7 nts).
Meals
7 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner
Allow USD255-335 for meals not included.
Transportation
Private van, train, plane, walking.
Staff & experts
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.
Available extras (Add these to your tour when you book)
1 Day Inca Trail Hike Permit Request - From $2119.00
Want to hike the Inca Trail but for less time than the 4 day hike? This permit is perfect for you as you'll jump off the train early, hike six hours to the Sun Gate and meet up with the rest of the trip.
Cusco Cooking Class - From $359.00
Channel your inner chef with a Peruvian cooking class. Take a trip to the market with your teacher and learn about regional flavours as you pick out the freshest ingredients. Head back to the kitchen for a hands-on lesson and learn to prepare local Peruvian specialties.
Lima Cooking Class (4hrs) - From $619.00
Get a taste of Peruvian cuisine, visit local markets, sample exotic fruit, select fresh ingredients, and try your hand at preparing unique Peruvian dishes influenced by China, Italy, West Africa, and Japan.
Departures
Make it a private tour
Book this tour as a private departure - with your own CEO and all the benefits of a G Adventures group tour - for any group, big or small (even just one traveller).