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Peru Encompassed

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20 days

Start

Lima, Peru

Finish

Lima, Peru

Trip Code

GGSA

Min Age

Trip Size

1 - 16

Physical Rating

Meals

19 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 6 dinners

Transport

Plane, Taxi, Public bus, Private Vehicle, Canoe, Boat, Train

Accommodation

Camping (with basic facilities) (3 nights), Homestay (1 night), Hotel (12 nights), Jungle Lodge (2 nights), Overnight Bus ( 1 night)

From £3,106(20 days)

Trip Informations

Why you’ll love this trip

Trek the famous Inca Trail, the quieter Quarry Trail or take a scenic train – no matter how you get to Machu Picchu, that first glimpse will stay with you forever. We’re the largest B Corp operator on the Inca Trail and are committed to running treks that benefit the local communities.

Witness the giant desert inscriptions of the Nazca Lines – one of Peru's greatest mysteries – from the viewing tower or on an optional scenic flight.

Explore Cusco, South America's oldest continuously inhabited city, with its ancient foundations and blend of Inca and colonial influences.

Cruise deep into the Amazon Jungle on a motorised canoe. Go on a guided hike, learn about medicinal plants and look out for monkeys, capybaras and rainbow macaws.

Stay with a local family on the floating reed islands on Lake Titicaca – the world’s highest navigable lake – and experience the unique way of life of the Uros people.

Is this trip right for you?

This trip visits places at high altitudes, and some people can suffer from altitude sickness, regardless of age or physical health. Please see the medical and health information section of the Essential Trip Information for more details.

This trip involves a lot of walking, and if you hike the Inca Trail or Quarry Trail, the trails are strenuous. This trip is recommended for those with a good level of fitness. Please bring comfortable footwear suitable for hiking. See the packing section of the Essential Trip Information for more details.

Prepare to stay in very basic accommodation. This includes two homestays in rural Peru, the Amazon eco-lodge and camping along the Inca Trail or Quarry Trail (if you choose these activities). There'll be no power in these places, and some won't have showers or hot water.

Temperatures in the Amazon can fluctuate from hot and humid in the day to chilly at night. Insects, especially mosquitoes, are common. We recommend tropical-strength insect repellent and light cotton clothing that covers your arms and legs, with warmer layers for the evening.

According to Machu Picchu visiting regulations, all visitors must follow a pre-determined circuit within the site to relieve crowding. Circuit-based entrance tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis. We’ll do our best to get everyone travelling in a group on the same route, but it’s possible that members of the same group might be on a different circuit and not be together during this visit. Once the guided visit ends, visitors must exit the site and personal exploration of Machu Picchu is not permitted.

Travellers who choose different ways of reaching Machu Picchu (Inca Trail, Quarry Trail or scenic train) will not follow the same routes within Machu Picchu. This means you may not be able to have photos overlooking Machu Picchu together. This applies to travellers on the same booking or separate bookings.

Can't decide which trek is for you? Read up on them here: https://www.tuuur.com/adventures/inca-trail-vs-quarry-trail/ Inca trail permits are limited and it's important to book well in advance, read more about it here: https://www.tuuur.com/adventures/inca-trail-permit/ https://www.tuuur.com/adventures/inca-trail-vs-quarry-trail/ (https://www.tuuur.com/adventures/inca-trail-vs-quarry-trail/) https://www.tuuur.com/adventures/inca-trail-permit/ (https://www.tuuur.com/adventures/inca-trail-permit/)

Itinerary

Take an all-encompassing journey through Peru

Travel from Lima to Cusco on a 20-day adventure that blends nature, culture, modern cities and ancient worlds. Trek the iconic Inca Trail or the lesser-known Quarry Trail to the ruins of Machu Picchu, wake up to the sounds of nature in the Amazon and experience life on the floating islands of Lake Titicaca at a homestay with the Uros people. Watch Andean condors soar over Colca Canyon at sunrise, see the mind-boggling Nazca Lines and sip Pisco sours as you acclimatise in Cusco. On this trip, you'll taste a little bit of everything Peru has to offer.

DAY 1
Day 1 • Lima
Bienvenidos! Welcome to Peru. With Indigenous cultures dating back millennia, this country is a fascinating land of Amazonian rainforests, diverse wildlife and mountains. Your adventure begins in Lima with a welcome meeting at 4 pm at your hotel. If you arrive early, you might like to visit the Gold Museum or do the Lima Discovery Tour with Urban Adventures to explore hidden hangouts, markets and street food vendors loved by Limeños (people who live in Lima).
Meals
There are no meals included on this day.
Optional activities
Lima - Gold Museum Entrance Fee - PEN35
Lima - Coast Biking Tour - Urban Adventure (Price based on 2 participants) - USD52
Lima - Lima Discovery + San Francisco and Pisco Sour - Urban Adventures (Price based on 2 participants) - USD39
Lima - Private: Home Cooked Tour Ceviche experience Urban Adventure (Based on 2 Participants) - USD85
Lima - Lima Eat Street (Based on 4 participants) - USD75
Lima - Bohemian Barranco (Based on 4 participants) - USD75
Lima - Lima Water Show (Based on 4 participants) - USD40
Lima - Private Larco Museum (Based on 4 participants) - USD50
Lima - Lima Pisco Making (Based on 4 participants) - USD35
Special information
It’s very important that you attend the welcome meeting as we will be collecting insurance details and next of kin information at this time. If you are going to be late, please let your travel agent or hotel reception know. Ask reception or look for a note in the lobby for more information on where the meeting will take place.  
DAY 2
Day 2 • Paracas
Set out on a walking tour of downtown Lima this morning, where the streets are lined with old mansions, palaces and churches. Take in Plaza Mayor, the Cathedral of Lima, the San Francisco Monastery and the Central Market where you’ll get a glimpse into Peru’s abundant produce. Then, board a local bus to Paracas – it may stop three or four times along the way. There are no planned activities in Paracas, but how about seeking out a bar serving Peru's national libation – Pisco sour?
Meals
Breakfast
Special information
Your travel time today will be approximately 4 hours.
DAY 3
Day 3 • Nazca
This morning, wildlife enthusiasts might like to visit the Ballestas Islands in Paracas National Reserve for a chance to spot pelicans, red-footed boobies and flamingos on a two-hour boat tour. Otherwise, take it easy with some self-paced sightseeing in Paracas. Then, hit the road to Nazca – home to one of the world's most mysterious archaeological sites, the Nazca Lines. This group of geoglyphs etched into the ground of the Nazca Desert was created between 500 BCE and 500 CE and covers an area of about 450 square kilometres. You’ll stop in the town of Huacachina – a little settlement next to a small lake surrounded by sand dunes. Take in the views from the viewing platform or opt for a scenic flight for the ultimate views.
Meals
Breakfast
Optional activities
Ballestas Islands - Guided tour - PEN97
Nazca - Scenic flight over the Nazca Lines (excluding 77 PEN Taxes at Nazca Airport) - USD100
Special information
Your travel time today will be approximately 3 hours.
Between June and September, the port to Ballestas Islands might be closed due to weather conditions. If this happens, you’ll be offered an alternative land tour of the Paracas National Reserve instead.
Flights over the Nazca Lines turn sharply to facilitate optimum viewing and are not recommended for those who experience severe motion sickness. Several local operators offer flights over the lines and there have been safety issues in the past. If you wish to book a scenic flight today, your leader can only assist you with companies that we have risk assessed and deemed safe. Your leader is specifically prohibited from recommending or assisting in booking this activity through any other operators, including transfers to and from other operators. To ensure you don’t miss out, this activity is now available to be pre-booked. Just speak to your booking agent.
DAY 4
Day 4 • Arequipa
This morning, you’ll explore the eerie desert graveyard of Chauchilla – where the arid conditions have naturally interred the remains of the Nazca people buried here. Later in the afternoon, you'll board a local overnight bus from Nazca to Arequipa. The journey is long, so be sure to stock up on snacks.
Meals
Breakfast
Included activities
Chauchilla Cemetery Tour
Optional activities
Nazca - Scenic flight over the Nazca Lines (excluding 77 PEN Taxes at Nazca Airport) - USD100
Special information
Your travel time today will be approximately 10 hours.
DAY 5
Day 5 • Arequipa
You’ll arrive in Arequipa this morning. Check into your hotel room, freshen up and get breakfast before enjoying free time for the rest of the day. Standing at the foot of El Misti Volcano, Arequipa vies with Cusco for the title of Peru's most attractive city. Built out of a pale volcanic rock called sillar, the old buildings dazzle in the sun, giving the city its nickname – the White City. The main plaza, with its cafes and nearby cathedral, is a lovely place to while away the day. Maybe wander the plaza, tuck into local dishes like rocoto relleno (stuffed spicy pepper) or visit the Andean Sanctuaries Museum which houses Peru’s famous Ice Maiden – the Inca mummy of a girl who died in the 1440s.
Meals
Breakfast
Optional activities
Arequipa - Santa Catalina Monastery Admission Fee - PEN45
Arequipa - Juanita Museum Admission Fee - PEN20
Special information
From January to April, Juanita is switched to a different ‘mummy’, Sarita, so that she can be properly preserved and maintained.
DAY 6
Day 6 • Chivay
Travel by minivan to the traditional market town of Chivay today. Look out for llamas, alpacas and vicunas along the way – not sure how to differentiate between these adorable creatures? Your leader will help you! You'll also stop to stretch your legs, take photos and try local coca tea. The third stop takes you to the highest point on the trip at Patapama (4800 m) before descending to Chivay. Eat lunch in town, then maybe wander around the plaza or enjoy a soak in the Colca Canyon hot springs. Tonight, why not try llama steak at a local restaurant and watch some live Andean music at a pena (bar)?
Meals
Breakfast
Optional activities
Colca Canyon - La Calera hot springs - PEN15
Special information
Your travel time today will be approximately 5 hours.
When stopping off at Patapama, you’ll likely experience some shortness of breath. This is nothing to worry about as it’s a short stop and the bus will quickly descend to a lower altitude. Remember to prepare for altitude sickness before the trip. The accommodation in Chivay is very basic, has no heating and can sometimes be noisy. There are ensuite toilets, and you can request extra blankets on a chilly night.
DAY 7
Day 7 • Colca Canyon to Puno
Visit the Colca Canyon this morning. More than twice as deep as the Grand Canyon, the views here are epic. See terraced crops cultivated since pre-Inca times by local villages and look out for the Andean condor – one of the world’s largest flying birds – soaring above and below you from a prime viewing point. Later, board a bus to Puno. It’s a long drive, but the views of the Altiplano – part of the Peruvian highlands – make it an exceptionally scenic one. Puno is on the shores of Lake Titicaca, which you’ll explore in the coming days. Upon arrival, you might like to get acquainted with the town. Known as Peru’s folklore capital, Puno is home to several Indigenous cultures, including the Aymara and Quechua peoples.
Meals
Breakfast
Included activities
Colca Canyon -Guided tour
Special information
Your travel time today will be approximately 10 hours.
Puno continues to experience occasional political unrest. With safety our top priority, on some departures you may need to use alternative transportation to avoid affected areas. Your leader will advise of any changes to transport or the itinerary that need to be put in place.
DAY 8
Day 8 • Llachon community
Take a tour of the immense Lake Titicaca by motorboat today. Stop at the floating Uros Islands that were historically built by the Uros people to protect themselves from encroaching Inca forces hundreds of years ago. The islands are constructed from many layers of totora reeds that grow in the lake’s shallows. You’ll get a closer look at contemporary life here during a homestay with a local community. Help your host family with their daily activities, try out a few words in the Quechua language and maybe join a soccer game to make some friends on the makeshift pitch. Tonight, sit down and swap stories with your hosts over a home-cooked meal.
Meals
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Included activities
Lake Titicaca - Boat tour & Homestay
Special information
Your homestay tonight is a traditional mud brick house. Rooms have beds and blankets, and there are shared drop toilets, but no showers.
DAY 9
Day 9 • Puno
This morning, board another motorboat and cruise to Taquile Island – where the locals are known for producing intricate textiles. Here, knitting is strictly men’s domain and women do the spinning. It's a great place to pick up high-quality, locally knitted goods while supporting local craftspeople. Then, take a one-hour hike uphill to the main area of the island, where you can shop for more handicrafts. After, descend about 500 steps to the boat and cruise back to Puno, where you might like to gather the group and find a local watering hole to enjoy a drink or two. Chilcano or another Pisco sour, anyone?
Meals
Breakfast
Special information
Your travel time today will be approximately 4 hours.
DAY 10
Day 10 • Cusco
Take a scenic bus ride across the Altiplano towards Cusco – the continent’s oldest continuously inhabited city. Here, colonial buildings are built on foundations from ancient Inca times. Spend some time acclimatising to the high altitude of 3450 m, then set out to explore some of Cusco's lesser-known sights on a guided walking tour. Visit the facade of Qoricancha temple, San Pedro market, the main square, 12 Angled Stone, Regocijo Square and San Blas Square. End the tour at Cusco's Chocolate Museum to sample a cup of hot chocolate made from local cacao beans. There’s also a small store where you can browse artisanal chocolate treats.
Meals
Breakfast
Included activities
Cusco - Leader-led orientation walk
Cusco - Chocolate Museum Visit & Hot Chocolate
Optional activities
Cusco - Coricancha Temple (entrance fee) - PEN20
Special information
Your travel time today will be approximately 7 hours.
DAY 11
Day 11 • Cusco
Enjoy a free day in Cusco – the heart and soul of Peru. You may like to visit one of the city’s many museums and archaeological sites with a boleto turistico (tourism ticket). This includes the Contemporary Art Museum, Regional History Museum, Qosqo Native Art Museum and the Inca ruins of Saqsaywaman, Q'enqo, Puka Pukara, Pisac and Ollantaytambo. The most easily accessible among these sites is Coricancha, which was once the Inca empire's richest temple until the Spanish built a Dominican church on top of it. Just speak to your leader to organise this pass or get tips to make the most of your time.
Meals
Breakfast
Optional activities
Cusco - Pisco Making Urban Adventure (Based on 2 participants) - USD57
Sacred Valley - Mountain Biking (Price Based on 2 Participants) - USD170
Cusco - Full Day Stand Up Paddle Boarding (Based on 4 participants) - USD85
Cusco - Full Day Via Ferrata & Zipline - USD95
Cusco - Humantay Lake Hike (Based on 4 participants) - USD130
Cusco - Cusco Cooking Class - USD70
Cusco - Rainbow Mountain Hike (Based on 4 participants) - USD105
Cusco - Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain Hike (Based on 4 paticipants) - USD100
DAY 12
Day 12 • Inca Trail
Depending on the travel arrangements you made before the trip, you’ll either spend the next four days hiking the Inca Trail (Route 1), hiking the Quarry Trail (Route 2) or staying in Cusco for two days before taking the train to Aguas Calientes (Route 3). All routes visit Machu Picchu.
Meals
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Included activities
3 Night/4 Day Inca Trail (or 2 Night/3 Day Inca Quarry Trail) guided hike(s) with porters' support. Or guided Cusco stay (Machu Picchu by train)
Optional activities
Cusco - Full Boleto Turistico Pass (access to 16 archaeological sites, transport & guides not included) - PEN135
Cusco - Half Boleto Turistico Pass (access to selected archaeological sites, transport & guides not included) - PEN75
Special information
Route 1 Inca Trail (starting elevation 2688 m):
Your trekking time today will be approximately 8 hours or 12 km, with an elevation gain of 412 m and a descent of 68m.
Route 2 Quarry Trail (starting elevation 3220 m):
Your trekking time today will be approximately 6.5 hours or 7 km, with an elevation gain of 480 m and a descent of 0 m.
Included lunch and dinner today are for travellers on the trekking options only.
The Inca Trail requires a moderate level of fitness. The trail is 45 km long and often steep. Each day generally consists of seven hours of walking (uphill and downhill), with stops for snacks and lunch. Trekking usually begins at 7 am (except on the fourth morning) and you reach the campsite around 5 pm. Accommodation is camping (three nights) – double tents (twin-share) and foam camping mats are provided. The porters will set up the tents while the cook prepares meals.
The Quarry Trail requires a moderate level of fitness. The hike is 31 km long and its highest pass is 4450 m above sea level. Horses will carry your gear and camping equipment. The first two nights are spent camping, and the third night you’ll stay at a simple hotel. Double tents (twin-share) and foam camping mats are provided. The porters will set up the tents while the cook prepares meals.
DAY 13
Day 13 • Inca Trail
Route 1 Inca Trail:
Meals
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Optional activities
Ollantaytambo - Archaeological site - PEN70
Special information
Route 1 Inca Trail:
Your trekking time today will be approximately 8 hours or 12 km, with an elevation gain of 1127 m and a descent of 627 m.
Route 2 Quarry Trail:
Your trekking time today will be approximately 7.5 hours or 14 km, with an elevation gain of 750 m and a descent of 700 m.
Included lunch and dinner today are for travellers on the trekking options only.  
DAY 14
Day 14 • Inca Trail
Route 1 Inca Trail:
Meals
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Optional activities
Machu Picchu Site Museum - PEN25
Special information
Route 1 Inca Trail:
Your trekking time today will be approximately 10 hours or 15 km, with an elevation gain of 400 m and a descent of 1350 m.
Route 2 Quarry Trail:
Your trekking time today will be approximately 4.5 hours or 10 km, with an elevation gain of 0 m and a descent of 950 m.
Included lunch and dinner today are for travellers on the Inca Trail trekking option only. There is an included lunch for travellers on the Quarry Trail trekking option.
DAY 15
Day 15 • Cusco
Route 1 Inca Trail:
Meals
Breakfast
Included activities
Machu Picchu - Entrance and guided tour
Special information
Route 1 Inca Trail:
Your trekking time today will be approximately 4 hours or 6 km, with an elevation gain of 81 m and a descent of 331 m.
Due to safety reasons, the final checkpoint for all trekkers opens at 5 am. The estimated arrival time at Machu Picchu's Sun Gate for Inca Trail trekkers is approximately 7.30 am. For Quarry Trail trekkers and train travellers, the first bus from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu departs at 6 am. The estimated arrival time is between 6:30 and 7 am. The sun rises at Machu Picchu at approximately 5.30 am, so it's not possible to be there for sunrise.
Due to Intrepid's internal safety policy, our leaders are specifically prohibited from recommending or assisting with booking trips to the mountaintop ruins of Wayna Picchu.
DAY 16
Day 16 • Cusco
Enjoy free time to relax, shop and explore more of Cusco today. Maybe rest your weary legs at a cafe on Plaza de Armas or head to the San Pedro Market where you’ll find vegetables, meats, local cheeses, chocolates, herbal medicines and handicrafts. It’s a great place to pick up souvenirs or ingredients for a picnic. The market is also where many locals (and daring travellers) eat ‘mystery soups.’ Some may be just chicken – but the most popular among the locals usually contains frogs or offal. If you’re looking for something active, why not try mountain biking in the hills surrounding Cusco?
Meals
Breakfast
Optional activities
Sacred Valley - Mountain Biking (Price Based on 2 Participants) - USD170
Cusco - Full Day Via Ferrata & Zipline - USD95
Cusco - Full Day Stand Up Paddle Boarding (Based on 4 participants) - USD85
Cusco - Pisco Making Urban Adventure (Based on 2 participants) - USD57
Cusco - Humantay Lake Hike (Based on 4 participants) - USD130
Cusco - Cusco Cooking Class - USD70
Cusco - Rainbow Mountain Hike (Based on 4 participants) - USD105
Cusco - Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain Hike (Based on 4 paticipants) - USD100
Cusco - 4 Ruins + Qorikancha (Price based on 4 participants) - USD40
DAY 17
Day 17 • Amazon Jungle
Rise and shine early for your journey into the Peruvian Amazon. Take an early transfer to the airport, then fly to Puerto Maldonado. Here, you’ll pack a small duffle bag with essentials for the next two days. Board a motorised canoe and cruise deep into the jungle to your eco-lodge in the Madre de Dios region – it'll take a couple of hours, so you’ll stop for lunch along the way. Settle into your thatched-roof lodge before a short orientation walk. Spend the evening taking in the sights, sounds and smells of the jungle and enjoy an I’m-so-far-from-home moment.
Meals
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Included activities
Amazon Jungle - Amazon jungle lodge stay
Special information
Your travel time today will be approximately 6 hours.
Tuuur uses two different lodges in the same area. The activities may vary slightly depending on which lodge you’re at. The included night excursion may be tonight or tomorrow. As both lodges are in the same area of the jungle, you’ll see the same wildlife and your overall jungle experience will be the same.
DAY 18
Day 18 • Amazon Jungle
Get ready for a day of exploring the depths of the jungle! Set out on a half-day trek guided by local experts on the area's flora and fauna. Learn about the medicinal and practical uses for some of the plants that grow here, which Indigenous people have been studying and using for thousands of years. Along the way, look out for rainbow macaws and butterflies, and listen for the barking call of the peccaries and chattering of monkeys. Capybaras, giant otters and jabirus also live in this part of the Amazon, so keep your eyes peeled. Return to the lodge for lunch, followed by free time to relax. After sunset, venture out on a night walk in search of caimans, jaguars, anacondas and other nocturnal critters.
Meals
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Special information
Your jungle walk today will be approximately 11 km. The paths can be muddy, so sturdy walking shoes are a must.
DAY 19
Day 19 • Lima
Leave the natural wonders of the Amazon behind and return to Puerto Maldonado to board a flight back to Lima. You'll be met by a local representative who’ll take you to your hotel. Time permitting, the rest of the day is free to explore more of Lima's sights and maybe do some last-minute shopping. In the evening, maybe regroup for one last night out on the town and a celebratory farewell dinner of Peruvian favourites.
Meals
Breakfast
Optional activities
Lima - Archaeological Museum (entrance fee) - PEN15
Lima - Museum of the Inquisition - Free
Lima - Lima Discovery + San Francisco and Pisco Sour - Urban Adventures (Price based on 2 participants) - USD39
Lima - Coast Biking Tour - Urban Adventure (Price based on 2 participants) - USD52
Lima - Lima Eat Street (Based on 4 participants) - USD75
Lima - Bohemian Barranco (Based on 4 participants) - USD75
Lima - Lima Water Show (Based on 4 participants) - USD40
Lima - Private Larco Museum (Based on 4 participants) - USD50
Lima - Lima Pisco Making (Based on 4 participants) - USD35
Lima - Private Lima: Home Cooked Tour Urban Adventure (Based on 2 participants) - USD85
Special information
Your travel time today will be approximately 2-5 hours depending on available flight connections.
DAY 20
Day 20 • Lima
With no activities planned, your trip comes to an end after breakfast. If you’d like to stay in Lima for longer, just speak to your agent when booking.
Meals
Breakfast
Optional activities
Lima - Private Lima: Home Cooked Tour Urban Adventure (Based on 2 participants) - USD85
Lima - Coast Biking Tour - Urban Adventure (Price based on 2 participants) - USD52
Lima - Lima Discovery + San Francisco and Pisco Sour - Urban Adventures (Price based on 2 participants) - USD39
Lima - Bohemian Barranco (Based on 4 participants) - USD75
Lima - Lima Eat Street (Based on 4 participants) - USD75
Lima - Lima Pisco Making (Based on 4 participants) - USD35
Lima - Private Larco Museum (Based on 4 participants) - USD50
Lima - Lima Water Show (Based on 4 participants) - USD40

Inclusions

Meals

19 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 6 dinners

Transport

Plane, Taxi, Public bus, Private Vehicle, Canoe, Boat, Train

Accommodation

Camping (with basic facilities) (3 nights), Homestay (1 night), Hotel (12 nights), Jungle Lodge (2 nights), Overnight Bus ( 1 night)

Included activities

Chauchilla Cemetery Tour

Colca Canyon -Guided tour

Lake Titicaca - Boat tour & Homestay

Cusco - Leader-led orientation walk

Cusco - Chocolate Museum Visit & Hot Chocolate

3 Night/4 Day Inca Trail (or 2 Night/3 Day Inca Quarry Trail) guided hike(s) with porters' support. Or guided Cusco stay (Machu Picchu by train)

Machu Picchu - Entrance and guided tour

Amazon Jungle - Amazon jungle lodge stay

Optional activities

Lima - Gold Museum Entrance Fee - PEN35

Lima - Coast Biking Tour - Urban Adventure (Price based on 2 participants) - USD52

Lima - Lima Discovery + San Francisco and Pisco Sour - Urban Adventures (Price based on 2 participants) - USD39

Lima - Private: Home Cooked Tour Ceviche experience Urban Adventure (Based on 2 Participants) - USD85

Lima - Lima Eat Street (Based on 4 participants) - USD75

Lima - Bohemian Barranco (Based on 4 participants) - USD75

Lima - Lima Water Show (Based on 4 participants) - USD40

Lima - Private Larco Museum (Based on 4 participants) - USD50

Lima - Lima Pisco Making (Based on 4 participants) - USD35

Ballestas Islands - Guided tour - PEN97

Nazca - Scenic flight over the Nazca Lines (excluding 77 PEN Taxes at Nazca Airport) - USD100

Arequipa - Santa Catalina Monastery Admission Fee - PEN45

Arequipa - Juanita Museum Admission Fee - PEN20

Colca Canyon - La Calera hot springs - PEN15

Cusco - Coricancha Temple (entrance fee) - PEN20

Cusco - Pisco Making Urban Adventure (Based on 2 participants) - USD57

Sacred Valley - Mountain Biking (Price Based on 2 Participants) - USD170

Cusco - Full Day Stand Up Paddle Boarding (Based on 4 participants) - USD85

Cusco - Full Day Via Ferrata & Zipline - USD95

Cusco - Humantay Lake Hike (Based on 4 participants) - USD130

Cusco - Cusco Cooking Class - USD70

Cusco - Rainbow Mountain Hike (Based on 4 participants) - USD105

Cusco - Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain Hike (Based on 4 paticipants) - USD100

Cusco - Full Boleto Turistico Pass (access to 16 archaeological sites, transport & guides not included) - PEN135

Cusco - Half Boleto Turistico Pass (access to selected archaeological sites, transport & guides not included) - PEN75

Ollantaytambo - Archaeological site - PEN70

Machu Picchu Site Museum - PEN25

Cusco - 4 Ruins + Qorikancha (Price based on 4 participants) - USD40

Lima - Archaeological Museum (entrance fee) - PEN15

Lima - Museum of the Inquisition - Free

Lima - Private Lima: Home Cooked Tour Urban Adventure (Based on 2 participants) - USD85

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Important notes

1. Full passport details are required at the time of booking. The passport you travel with must match the booking details provided to us. This will be used to apply for your Inca permit and if any info doesn’t match your passport, the Inca authorities will refuse your entry. Delays in providing this information may result in booking fees or changes to your itinerary.

2. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement excludes Day 4 (Overnight Bus), Day 8 (Homestay) and Days 17 & 18 (Jungle Lodge) where you will be in shared accommodation and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.

3. At the time of booking, please advise whether you would like to hike the classic Inca Trail, Inca Quarry Trail or take the train. When available, the Inca Trail will be booked as the default option. Fees may apply to changes made after the time of booking, and availability on other options cannot be guaranteed.

4. Inca Trail permits are sold on a request basis only. Once a deposit is paid and passport details are provided, Tuuur will endeavour to secure a permit for you. If Inca Trail permits are unavailable by the time you book, you can opt to hike the Quarry Trail instead

or travel to Machu Picchu by train.

5. The Inca Trail closes in February to allow cleaning and restoration works. If the trek portion of your trip starts in February, you will be automatically booked to hike the Quarry Trail.

6. As you can choose different ways of reaching Machu Picchu (Inca Trail, Quarry Trail or Train), you may be joined by other Tuuur and/or non-Tuuur travellers. There is also a small chance you may be the only traveller from your group on your selected option.

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. For travellers who opted for the Quarry Trail and Train options 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. Travellers completing the 4 day, 3 night Inca Trail will enter Machu Picchu via the Sun Gate with a guided tour of Machu Picchu taking place on circuit 5.

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Grace

Aug 15, 2025

Had an amazing experience in Peru. Beautiful people and rich in culture. Peru had so.much more to offer besides Machu Pichualthough this was a highlight, there was so.much more to see and visit. THANK YOU Intrepid especially Bobbi our Tour leader.

Richard

Aug 07, 2025

The Peru Encompassed is a fantastic journey through many areas of Peru. We relied on public buses for the longer trips between towns and they were first class. The itinerary is full of fantastic places you never knew existed . I packed far too much and would recommend scaling down your clothing as there are many hotels that will wash clothes overnight. Binoculars and a good camera are essential as there are many animals like monkeys and condors that are slightly too far to see details. Intrepid handled the altitude well with overnight stops at ever increasing altitude. Bring Diamox to speed up the acclimatisation especially if you are walking the Inca Trail which is doable if you are relatively fit. It’s more enjoyable if you can handle the steep steps and altitude. We are 64 and led most of the way. All in all it is a very scenic and enjoyable experience and I would recommend it to everyone. We would happily do it again.

Julia

Aug 05, 2025

The team at Intrepid were fabulous. Everything was extremely well organised and adjustments required due to political unrest in Peru were made within no time. Our guide Kike had brilliant knowledge and was very helpful, proactive and approachable. The trip was exactly as described. We will definitely book with Intrepid again.

Sandra

Jul 30, 2025

This is a great trip to experience the rich culture and diverse landscape of Peru. Loved it all and have so many wonderful memories.

Kerryn

Jul 29, 2025

Great trip. Machu Picchu, the Amazon and Colca Canyon were the highlights for me. The Quarry trail although exhausting was an amazing experience. Every guide we had on this trip was brilliant.

Craig

Jul 15, 2025

The Intrepid Peru Encompassed tour was incredible—well-organised with great hotels, unforgettable cities, and standout experiences in the Amazon and along the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. A perfect mix of culture, adventure, and nature. Highly recommended!

Diane

Jul 14, 2025

Fantastic trip with a great tour guide, Renzo. He was amazing and is passionate about Peru. Gave great advice/recommendations for things to do. Full on trip at the start, on the move a lot, though you see and do a lot. Inca Trail was great, and the food on the trail was beyond expectations. Nice to chill and relax with a couple of days in the Amazon at the end. Thanks Renzo and Intrepid for an amazing and great trip.

Russell

Jul 12, 2025

Intrepid Encompassed is a great option to discover Peru. It’s not a holiday, it’s an adventure! Want to get gradual acclimatisation to the altitude of the Inca Trail and Machu Picchu, choose this one!

Susan

Jul 12, 2025

Intrepid organise an amazing itinerary- varied, fun and interesting experiences for us to get to know Peru. Our guide/s made our trip easy, informative and fun!

Michel

Jun 07, 2025

Travelling to Peru in 20 days was beautiful. The history and culture that Peru offers is fantastic. The people are all very nice and helpful and with Interpid this was all perfectly organised.

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