Ancient ruins. World-renowned cuisine. Unique wildlife. Spectacular beaches. Peru truly has it all.
Certainly, the crown jewel of the country and a place reaching the top echelons of anyone’s bucket list is Machu Picchu, a site holding as much mystery and intrigue as it does beauty. Situated at more than 7,000 feet above sea level in the Andes Mountains, Machu Picchu is the most visited tourist destination in Peru, and with good reason. Most people take a train to arrive but there are those who opt to hike the famed Inca Trail, or the lesser known Salkantay or Lares routes. Whichever way one arrives, the sight of it truly exceeds imagination: ancient terraces, backed by rigid, verdant peaks of the Andean ridges
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While Machu Picchu is the highlight for most, the area surrounding it, known as the Sacred Valley, is no slouch. Ruins, churches and markets dot the region and most find it best to include a few days here to adjust to the altitude, and for a well-rounded trip that starts in the historic city of Cuzco.
Head south from there to Lake Titicaca, the world’s highest navigable lake and the birthplace of Incan civilization. Take a boat to the many islands within and spend the night with a local family for a total immersive experience. Many cross over to Bolivia to see and experience the Lake from another perspective, even continuing onto La Paz and the famous Salt Flats of Uyuni!
The jungle region of Tambopata is a quick flight from Cuzco, with lodges welcoming visitors to explore its lush landscapes, filled with unique & diverse wildlife. Further north, travelers can visit the Amazon River, with opportunities to see pink dolphins while taking a luxury cruise.
Round out your trip with ceviche and a pisco sour in Lima, now known as one of the top foodie destinations. Indeed, 3 of the top 100 restaurants in the world are located in the capital city so don’t miss an opportunity to sample some of the cuisine, even partaking in a cooking class with a local chef!
With a geographically-central location in South America, Peru offers great combination trip opportunities, most popular of all coupling Machu Picchu with the Galapagos Islands!
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Sample Trips
Machu Picchu & The Galapagos Islands
10 Days
Incan Footsteps
10 Days
Discover Machu Picchu
This itinerary is for those who have a week to visit the splendid sites of Peru. Sample the incredible cuisine in Lima, one of the foodie capitals of the world, before taking off for the Sacred Valley…Continued