Premium Peru in Depth with Ica Valley

Overview

Destination:

Peru,

Start:Lima, Peru
Finish:Lima, Peru

Duration:18 days

Type:Group tour (max 12)

Style:

Adventure,

Explorer,

Tripcode:

93059

Travel Period

January 2026 - December 2027

Fall under Peru’s spell on an in-depth Premium adventure. Over 18 days, you’ll discover the winelands of Ica with an expert sommelier, search for red-footed boobies, flamingos and sea lions in the Ballestas Islands and explore the ancient terraces and hot springs of Colca Canyon. Then head to higher altitudes to get to know traditional communities on Lake Titicaca, uncover the stories of the UNESCO-listed city of Cusco with a local historian and travel to Machu Picchu in style aboard the 360° Train. End your adventure with jungle walks and boat rides at a lush resort in the Amazon, before returning to Lima to feast on Peruvian delights.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

1. A complimentary airport arrival transfer is included; valid if you are arriving on Day 1 or if you have booked pre-tour accommodation through us. You must provide your flight details to your booking agent at least 14 days prior to travel.

2. A single supplement is available if you'd prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information. Requests for double rooms are subject to availability at the time of check-in.

3. This trip includes domestic flights. The luggage allowance is 23kg for check in luggage and 7kg for carry on.

4. Full name exactly as per passport is required at the time of booking (including any middle names listed on the passport), for activity and transport bookings. Ticketing fees may apply for amendments to details within 45 days of departure, and in some cases, you will be required to cover the cost of issuing a new ticket.

5. This trip includes two visits to Machu Picchu. According to Machu Picchu visiting regulations, all visitors must follow a pre-determined route within the site. This route must be followed in one direction only, and once the guided visit commences exiting and re-entering the site is not permitted. Once the guided visit concludes, visitors must exit the site and personal exploration of Machu Picchu is not permitted. Please refer to the itinerary for details.

6. Your trip includes taking the train to Machu Picchu; however, you may choose to book the 1-day Inca Trail hike on Day 13 (additional surcharge required). This optional activity is subject to permit availability. Please contact your booking agent if you would like to book this activity. Please refer to Day 13 of the itinerary for details of the hike.

7. According to Machu Picchu visiting regulations all visitors to Machu Picchu must follow a pre-determined circuit within the site as a way to relieve crowding. The circuit-based entrance tickets are available on a first come first serve basis. We will do all that is possible to get everyone traveling in a group on the same circuit. Regardless of the circuit you will enjoy the beauty and grandeur of the site.

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1. A complimentary airport arrival transfer is included; valid if you are arriving on Day 1 or if you have booked pre-tour accommodation through us. You must provide your flight details to your booking agent at least 14 days prior to travel. 2. A single supplement is available if you'd prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information. Requests for double rooms are subject to availability at the time of check-in. 3. This trip includes domestic flights. The luggage allowance is 23kg for check in luggage and 7kg for carry on. 4. Full name exactly as per passport is required at the time of booking (including any middle names listed on the passport), for activity and transport bookings. Ticketing fees may apply for amendments to details within 45 days of departure, and in some cases, you will be required to cover the cost of issuing a new ticket. 5. This trip includes two visits to Machu Picchu. According to Machu Picchu visiting regulations, all visitors must follow a pre-determined route within the site. This route must be followed in one direction only, and once the guided visit commences exiting and re-entering the site is not permitted. Once the guided visit concludes, visitors must exit the site and personal exploration of Machu Picchu is not permitted. Please refer to the itinerary for details. 6. Your trip includes taking the train to Machu Picchu; however, you may choose to book the 1-day Inca Trail hike on Day 13 (additional surcharge required). This optional activity is subject to permit availability. Please contact your booking agent if you would like to book this activity. Please refer to Day 13 of the itinerary for details of the hike. 7. According to Machu Picchu visiting regulations all visitors to Machu Picchu must follow a pre-determined circuit within the site as a way to relieve crowding. The circuit-based entrance tickets are available on a first come first serve basis. We will do all that is possible to get everyone traveling in a group on the same circuit. Regardless of the circuit you will enjoy the beauty and grandeur of the site.

What's Included

Meals: Meals: 14 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 4 dinners.
Transport: Plane, Train, Private vehicle, Boat.
Accommodation: Comfortable hotel (17 nights), Feature Stay (1 night).
Lima - Complimentary Arrival Transfer.
Lima - Welcome Dinner.
Boat Tour.
Ica - Vineyard tour with a sommelier.
Ica - Sunset drinks.
Lima - Welcome Dinner.
Complimentary Arrival Transfer.
Arequipa - Leader-led orientation walk.
Lima - Downtown walking tour.
Arequipa - Walking tour.
Arequipa - Santa Catalina Monastery Admission Fee.
Arequipa - San Ignacio Chapel.
Arequipa - Basilica Cathedral of Arequipa.
Colca Canyon - Viewpoint photo stop.
Colca Canyon - Mirador Cruz del Condor.
Puno - Sillustani archaeological site.
Lake Titicaca - Floating Uros Islands & Taquile Island.
Cusco - Leader-led orientation walk.
Raqchi Inca Site, between Puno and Cuzco.
Cusco - Cathedral tour with Specialist Historian Guide.
Cusco - Coricancha Temple (entrance fee).
Cusco - Walking tour.
Ollantaytambo - Archaeological site.
Sacred Valley - Community workshops visit.
Sacred Valley - Home-cooked pachamanca lunch.
Sacred Valley - Snack & drink at AMA Restaurant social enterprise.
Machu Picchu - Entrance & Guided visit.
Ollantaytambo - 360 degree train to Aguas Calientes.
Machu Picchu - Second visit.
Amazon Jungle - Night boat tour.
Amazon Jungle - Oxbow Lake.
Amazon Jungle - Canopy Walkway.
Amazon Jungle - Night jungle walk.
Lima - Farewell Dinner.

Dates & Pricing

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Your Itinerary

Day 1: Lima

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Day 2: Ica

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Day 3: Ica

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Day 4: Lima

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Day 5: Arequipa

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Day 6: Arequipa

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Day 7: Colca Canyon

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Day 8: Lake Titicaca

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Day 9: Lake Titicaca

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Day 10: Cusco

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Day 11: Cusco

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Day 12: Ollantaytambo

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Day 13: Aguas Calientes

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Day 14: Cusco

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Day 15: Amazon Jungle

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Day 16: Amazon Jungle

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Day 17: Lima

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Day 18: Lima

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