CELEBRATING 22 YEARS OF ADVICE PERU
Peru Grand Tour
10 days / 9 nights. Daily departures. From $1,939
From Lima’s Pacific coast to Cusco, the Sacred Valley, Rainbow Mountain, Machu Picchu and Titicaca Lake. This is Peru distilled every day a highlight, no filler, no rushed mornings.
10
DAYS
Täglich
DEPARTURES
$1,939
FROM PER PERSON
THE DIFFERENCE
22 years of crafting Peru journeys.
A Peru journey shaped by local knowledge, not templates.
Since 2003, we’ve been crafting Peru journeys for travelers from around the world, with local expertise, personalized service, and a Cusco-based team that knows every corner of this country.
More than 10,000 travelers have trusted Advice Peru since our founding. To celebrate 22 years, we’re offering anniversary pricing on our most popular itineraries throughout 2026.
Anniversary pricing is valid for all bookings confirmed through December 31, 2026.
What awaits you
Pack your bags. We’re taking you to Peru, the country where the Pacific coast meets the high Andes and ancient Inca temples sit above the clouds. Over ten days you’ll move from Lima’s world ranked food scene to Cusco’s stone streets, the breathtaking Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu itself, the legendary Rainbow Mountain, and the floating islands of Lake Titicaca, the highest navigable lake in the world.
This is Peru in full. Coast, mountains, and the remote shores of an ancient lake at 3,800 meters. Locally designed by people who live in Cusco and know exactly which corners of this country leave you changed.
WHAT YOU´LL LOVE
What you’ll love
Four icons. Ten days. A lifetime of stories.
Machu Picchu
Stepping into the citadel of one of the Seven Wonders of the World is the kind of moment you don’t forget. We get you there by panoramic train, no hiking required, with a local expert guide who knows every stone.
The Sacred Valley
A landscape so beautiful the Incas built their empire around it. Salt mines carved into the mountainside, terraced ruins still rising above living villages, and the slow rhythm of Andean life that hasn’t changed in centuries.
Rainbow Mountain
At 5,200 meters, Vinicunca is one of Earth’s most surreal landscapes. Slopes painted in stripes of red, ochre, green, and turquoise by ancient mineral oxidation, only revealed to the world in 2015 when the snow that covered them began to melt.
Lake Titicaca
The highest navigable lake in the world at 3,812 meters, shared between Peru and Bolivia, where the Uros people still live on islands they weave themselves from totora reeds and the inhabitants of Taquile preserve a way of life recognized by UNESCO.
WHY TAVEL WITH ADVICE PERU
22 years of local expertise
Since 2003
More than two decades designing personalized Peru journeys with local operational knowledge and real experience on the ground.
10,000+ Travelers
Trusted by travelers from over 40 countries who have explored Peru with our Cusco-based team.
Locally Rooted
Our team lives and works in Cusco, in the heart of the Andes, close to the destinations we operate every day.
DIRCETUR Certified
Officially registered and authorized Peruvian tour operator with professional local guides and operations.
TRAVEL PERU
Trip Highlights
Start in Lima with a welcome dinner and traditional Peruvian dance show. Fly to Cusco, the heart of the old Inca Empire. Explore the Sacred Valley with its iconic ruins of Pisac and Ollantaytambo. Train through cloud forest to Machu Picchu. Climb Rainbow Mountain. Cross the Andes by scenic train from Cusco to Puno. Spend a day on Lake Titicaca with the Uros and Taquile communities. End with a final evening in Lima before flying home.
DAY BY DAY ITINERARY
Der Journey
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Ankunft in Lima
› Arrival and private transfer › Welcome dinner with traditional dance show › Overnight in Miraflores
Welcome to Peru.
You’ll be met at Jorge Chávez International Airport by your private driver and taken to your hotel in Miraflores, Lima’s coastal district facing the Pacific Ocean. The neighborhood is safe, walkable, and lined with cafés, parks, and ocean viewpoints if you arrive early enough to stretch your legs. In the evening, we kick things off properly with a five course tasting menu of Peruvian cuisine paired with a traditional dance show featuring Marinera, Festejo, and Andean folklore. It’s your official welcome to a country that takes its food and culture very seriously, and a chance to meet your local team before the journey begins.
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Lima to Cusco
› Breakfast at the hotel › Domestic flight to Cusco › Acclimatization day at leisure
Onwards and upwards.
A short morning flight takes you up to Cusco at 3,400 meters above sea level. Your driver will be waiting at the airport and your hotel check in is ready early so you can rest. The rest of the day is yours to acclimatize gently, and that’s not a throwaway recommendation: how you spend Day 2 has more impact on the rest of your trip than most travelers expect. We suggest a slow walk around the Plaza de Armas, a coca tea at one of the cafés overlooking the square, and an early dinner at a restaurant close to your hotel. Avoid alcohol, heavy meals, and any strenuous activity today. Drink twice the water you normally would and turn in early. Your body will thank you tomorrow.
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Stadtrundfahrt durch Cusco
› Breakfast at the hotel › Half day guided tour of four Inca sites › Afternoon free
Where the Inca Empire ruled from.
Today you visit the four major Inca archaeological sites that surround the city. We begin at Sacsayhuamán, the massive ceremonial fortress whose stone walls fit together so precisely that not even a blade can slide between them. From there we continue to Qenqo, an underground ritual site carved entirely from a single rock outcrop, then Puca Pucara, the small red fortress that once controlled access to the imperial capital, and finally Tambomachay, the elegant water temple where the Incas worshipped the springs that flowed from the mountain. Your afternoon is free to explore the bohemian neighborhood of San Blas, browse the textiles at San Pedro Market, or settle into a long lunch with a view of the red rooftops.
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Sacred Valley and train to Machu Picchu
› Breakfast and buffet lunch › Pisac market and ruins › Ollantaytambo › Train to Aguas Calientes
One of the most beautiful drives in Peru.
We head into the Sacred Valley of the Incas, a long fertile corridor running between the snow capped peaks of the Andes. The day begins with the colorful market and terraced ruins of Pisac, where Andean weavers still work in the same patterns their ancestors used. After a buffet lunch with valley views in Urubamba, we continue to Ollantaytambo, the only Inca town in Peru still inhabited today on the same street grid the Incas built. In the late afternoon, we board the train that winds through the cloud forest along the Urubamba River until reaching Aguas Calientes, the small town at the foot of Machu Picchu where you’ll spend the night.
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Machu Picchu
› Early breakfast › Bus to the citadel › Guided tour according to assigned circuit › Train back to Cusco
The day you came for.
An early bus winds up the switchbacks of the mountain and into Machu Picchu itself, ideally before the morning crowds. Your local expert guide will lead you through the available circuit on the day of your visit. Since 2024, the Peruvian Ministry of Culture has assigned visitors to specific circuits according to capacity and conservation rotation, and we secure the best one available at the time of your booking. Whichever route you walk, you’ll see the temples, the agricultural terraces, the royal residences, and the heart stopping panoramic views that have made this one of the most photographed places on the planet. Time after the guided tour to absorb it all on your own. Train back to Ollantaytambo in the afternoon, then private transfer to Cusco.
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Rainbow Mountain
› Early light breakfast › Trek to 5,200 meters › Buffet lunch on return
Earth doesn’t usually look like this.
A pre dawn pickup around 4:00 am takes you southeast into the Cusipata region. After a light breakfast en route, you’ll begin the trek up to Vinicunca, the famous Rainbow Mountain, at 5,200 meters above sea level. The hike itself takes around two hours uphill at altitude, with horses available if you’d rather ride part of the way. The summit views are exactly as wild as they look in photographs, with the mineral striped slopes stretching to the horizon and the Ausangate glacier looming behind. Buffet lunch on the descent and return to Cusco late afternoon, with time for one last dinner in town.
If the high altitude or the early start sounds intense, ask us about Palccoyo, our gentler alternative with three rainbow mountains, lower elevation, and an easier walk for the same price.
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Cusco to Puno on the Titicaca Train
› Breakfast at the hotel › Scenic train across the Andes on PeruRail Titicaca Train › Onboard lunch and afternoon tea › Live entertainment and observation car › Arrival in Puno
One of the great train journeys of the world.
Today you cross the high Andes on the PeruRail Titicaca Train, one of the most scenic rail journeys on Earth. The train departs Cusco in the morning and reaches its highest point at La Raya pass at 4,335 meters, the natural border between the Cusco and Puno regions. Onboard you’ll travel in elegant Pullman style carriages with panoramic windows, an open air observation car at the back of the train, a dining car serving a gourmet three course lunch and afternoon tea, and live Peruvian music throughout the journey. The landscape unfolds slowly: Andean villages, snow capped peaks, herds of alpacas grazing on the altiplano, and small Quechua communities still living the traditional way. You’ll arrive in Puno in the early evening with time to settle into your hotel and rest before the next day on the lake.
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Lake Titicaca
› Breakfast at the hotel › Full day boat tour › Lunch on Taquile Island
The highest navigable lake in the world.
Early breakfast and transfer to the port of Puno, where your private boat is waiting. The first stop is the famous Uros floating islands, hand built from totora reeds by a community that has lived on the water for centuries. You’ll walk on the spongy reed surface, see how the islands are constructed, and meet the families who still call them home. The boat then continues to Taquile Island, recognized by UNESCO for its living textile tradition where men do the knitting and women weave. A traditional lunch is served on the island with sweeping views of the lake. Late afternoon return to Puno.
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Puno to Lima
› Breakfast at the hotel › Transfer to Juliaca airport › Domestic flight to Lima › Afternoon and evening at leisure in Lima
Back to the coast.
Morning transfer to Juliaca airport, about an hour from Puno, for your domestic flight to Lima. Once in Lima, you’ll be met by your driver and transferred to your hotel in Miraflores. Your afternoon and evening are free to revisit the city with new eyes after ten days in the mountains. We recommend a long late lunch at a top ranked Peruvian restaurant, an unhurried walk along the Malecón cliffs at sunset, or a final pisco sour in Barranco, Lima’s bohemian neighborhood.
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Departure
› Breakfast at the hotel › Private transfer to airport
It’s time to say goodbye.
After nine nights, five regions, two New Seven Wonders sites, and one of the world’s highest lakes, your driver will take you to Jorge Chávez International Airport for your flight home. Most travelers leave Peru already planning their next visit, and that’s no accident. There’s much more of this country still waiting for you.
Hasta pronto.
Itinerary is flexible and small details may be adjusted to ensure the best possible experience. Your full personalized itinerary with hotel confirmations and arrival instructions is sent 30 days before your trip.
A country that moves through you
Experience Peru at your own pace, with a route designed for discovery.
TOUR INFORMATION
What’s Inklusive
INCLUDED SERVICES
- Nine nights of accommodation in your chosen category, three star, four star, or four and five star
- Daily breakfast, buffet lunch on Days 4 and 6, lunch onboard the train on Day 7, lunch on Taquile Island on Day 8, and welcome dinner with dance show on Day 1
- All private transfers airport to hotel and hotel to airport in Lima, Cusco, Puno, and Juliaca
- Entrance fees to every site mentioned in the itinerary, including Cusco religious circuit, Sacred Valley sites, Machu Picchu, Rainbow Mountain, Uros islands, and Taquile Island
- Round trip train tickets to Machu Picchu. Three star category travels on PeruRail Expedition or Inca Rail Voyager. Four star and four and five star categories travel on PeruRail Vistadome Observatory with panoramic windows
- Bus tickets up and down to the Machu Picchu citadel
- Scenic train ticket Cusco to Puno on PeruRail Titicaca Train, including gourmet lunch, afternoon tea, observation car, and live entertainment onboard
- Full day private boat on Lake Titicaca with bilingual guide, visiting Uros and Taquile islands with lunch
- Professional bilingual guides in English and Spanish for all tours
- Rainbow Mountain excursion with lunch
- 24/7 emergency assistance in English and Spanish throughout your stay
NOT INCLUDED
- International flights to and from Peru
- Domestic flights Lima to Cusco and Juliaca to Lima on LATAM Airlines. Available on request at $280 per person, round trip in Economy class, including one cabin bag up to 12 kg plus one personal item such as a backpack or handbag
- Tourist visa if required, though most US passport holders do not need one
- Meals not specified in the itinerary above
- Drinks during included meals
- Tips for guides and drivers
- Travel insurance, highly recommended and available on quote
- Personal expenses
- Anything not mentioned in the inclusions
TOUR INFORMATION
Optional Upgrades
Hiram Bingham Luxury Train. Plus 500 dollars per person. Replace the standard return train with the Belmond Hiram Bingham, the most iconic train ride in South America. Includes brunch onboard, a gourmet four course dinner on return, live Andean music, and open bar throughout the journey.
Belmond Andean Explorer overnight luxury train. Replace the daytime Titicaca Train on Day 7 with the Belmond Andean Explorer, the first luxury sleeper train in South America. One night onboard with private cabin, gourmet dining, observation lounge, and stops at scenic points along the route before arriving Puno. Quoted on request.
Sacred Valley pre acclimatization night. Spend Night 2 in the Sacred Valley at 2,800 meters instead of Cusco at 3,400 meters for a gentler altitude adjustment. Highly recommended for travelers over 60 or with respiratory conditions. Quoted on request.
Amantaní Island homestay. Replace one night in Puno with an authentic homestay on Amantaní Island, sleeping in the home of a Quechua family on Lake Titicaca. Dinner and breakfast prepared by your host, traditional dance evening with the community. Quoted on request.
Palccoyo alternative for Day 6. Three rainbow mountains, lower altitude, and an easier walk. Same price as Vinicunca.
Welcome massage in Cusco. A 60 minute Andean herbal massage on arrival in Cusco to ease the altitude transition. Quoted on request.
Final pricing for optional activities is confirmed at the time of booking based on availability and provider rates.
TOUR INFORMATION
Preisgestaltung
Anniversary pricing for our 22nd year. Valid for all bookings confirmed through December 31, 2026.
Category | Regular Price per person, DBL | Anniversary Price 2026 | Single Supplement |
3 Stars | $1,939 USD | $1,939 USD | $2,509 USD |
4 Stars | $2,790 USD | $2,400 USD | $3,000 USD |
4 & 5 Stars | $3,690 USD | $3,100 USD | $3,610 USD |
Domestic flights Lima to Cusco and Juliaca to Lima with LATAM Airlines are not included. Available on request at $280 per person, round trip in Economy class. Includes one cabin bag up to 12 kg plus one personal item. Checked luggage available from $40 per flight per bag.
Buchung and payment
- 30% deposit to confirm your reservation
- 70% balance due 30 days before arrival
- Confirmation within 24 hours of deposit
- Payment by credit card, wire transfer, or PayPal
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Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs
Our travelers come from across the United States, so we leave international flights to you for maximum flexibility on dates, airlines, and miles redemptions. We’re happy to recommend the best routings to Lima from your home airport.
Most US passport holders do not need a tourist visa for stays up to 183 days in Peru. Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond your travel date and have at least one blank page for entry stamps. Always confirm requirements with your nearest Peruvian consulate before departure.
Cusco sits at 3,400 meters and Rainbow Mountain reaches 5,200 meters. Most travelers experience some mild symptoms during the first 24 hours, including light headache, shortness of breath, or fatigue. Day 2 of our itinerary is built specifically as an acclimatization day for this reason. We recommend coca tea, light meals, plenty of water, and avoiding alcohol. If you have heart, lung, or blood pressure conditions, please consult your doctor before booking.
Since 2024 the Peruvian Ministry of Culture assigns Machu Picchu visitors to one of several circuits. We secure the best available circuit at the moment of your booking and confirm the exact assignment 30 days before arrival. We always guarantee entry and a complete guided tour with one of our local expert guides.
The PeruRail Titicaca Train takes approximately ten hours, departing Cusco around 7:00 am and arriving Puno around 6:00 pm. Lunch and afternoon tea are served onboard with vegetarian and gluten free menus available on request. The train runs three to four times per week depending on the season.
Puno does not have its own commercial airport. Juliaca’s Inca Manco Cápac International Airport is about an hour from Puno by road and is the standard regional gateway. The transfer to the airport is included in your package.
Light layers since mornings are cold and afternoons warm, a warm jacket for higher altitudes, comfortable walking shoes with good grip, sunscreen and sunglasses, a hat or cap, a reusable water bottle, a small day backpack, a rain jacket, and a power adapter. Peru uses Type A and Type C plugs at 220 volts.
Yes. The itinerary is designed to be physically manageable for travelers in good general health. Rainbow Mountain on Day 6 is the most demanding portion of the trip, and we offer Palccoyo as a gentler alternative. Children must be at least 6 years old for Machu Picchu and 8 years old for Rainbow Mountain due to altitude considerations.
Cusco airport occasionally closes due to fog, especially in the early morning during the rainy season from December to March. LATAM will rebook you on the next available flight at no extra cost. If a delay affects your itinerary, our 24/7 operations team adjusts services automatically and we communicate updates directly to you.
Cancellation policy
- More than 60 days before arrival, full refund minus a 150 dollar administrative fee per traveler
- Between 30 and 60 days before arrival, 50% refund
- Less than 30 days before arrival, non refundable
We strongly recommend travel insurance covering trip cancellation, medical evacuation, and lost luggage.
Daily departures.
This program runs 365 days a year subject to availability of flights, hotels, train tickets, and Machu Picchu permits. We recommend booking at least 45 to 60 days in advance for high season from June to August, and 20 to 30 days in advance for low season. Note that the PeruRail Andean Explorer Cusco to Puno train operates three to four times per week, which may slightly adjust your start date.
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