Peru Andes & Amazon Adventure

Travel from London to Lima to begin your Peruvian adventure.

Upon arrival at the airport, you will be met for a private transfer to your hotel, accompanied by an English-speaking guide to ensure a smooth start to your journey.

Explore the historic centre of Lima, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, featuring the Plaza Mayor, Government Palace, Cathedral of Lima, and the San Francisco Monastery catacombs. Continue to the modern district of Miraflores to walk along the coastal boardwalk and visit the lively Parque Kennedy.

Board a flight from Pisco Airport for an aerial tour of the ancient Nazca Lines to view iconic geoglyphs from the air. Later, travel to the desert oasis of Huacachina for an adrenaline-pumping dune buggy adventure across the golden sand dunes, followed by sandboarding on the slopes.

Arrive at the airport and take a boat transfer along the Madre de Dios River to reach your lodge. Visit Monkey Island, a sanctuary for various primate species, before embarking on an evening excursion to spot white caimans and capybaras along the riverbanks.

Walk through the tropical rainforest to reach the biodiverse Sandoval Lake. Explore the water by paddle boat to observe giant river otters, monkeys, sloths, and various bird species before returning to the lodge for lunch and transferring to the airport for your flight to Cusco.

Tour the ancient Inca capital, visiting the colonial Cusco Cathedral and the legendary Temple of the Sun, Qoricancha. Head into the surrounding hills to explore the massive stone fortress of Sacsayhuamán, the ceremonial site of Qenqo, the military outpost of Puka Pukara, and the water fountains of Tambomachay.

Travel through the Sacred Valley of the Incas to visit the impressive ruins and traditional market at Pisac. Enjoy lunch in the town of Urubamba before exploring the massive stone terraces and fortress of Ollantaytambo, which showcases the strategic engineering of the Inca civilization.

Travel from your hotel to the train station with your private guide. Board the expedition train to Aguas Calientes before taking a bus to the citadel of Machu Picchu. Explore the Temple of the Sun, the Intihuatana Stone, and agricultural terraces with your expert guide, discovering the history and architectural mastery of this ancient site.

Embark on a half-day exploration of the South Valley, discovering a mix of Inca and Colonial heritage. Visit the irrigation system at Tipón, explore the pre-Inca city of Pikillaqta, and admire the intricate murals and baroque altars inside the San Pedro Apóstol Church in Andahuaylillas.

Experience a full-day excursion to the stunning Rainbow Mountain. After an early departure, enjoy breakfast in Cusipata before beginning the trek to the summit of Vinicunca. Marvel at the multicolored landscape and the surrounding Ausangate Glacier before returning to Cusipata for lunch and transferring back to your hotel.

Journey from Cusco to Puno along the Route of the Sun. Visit the ancient Inca temple at Raqchi, the Andahuaylillas Church, and the pre-Inca site of Pukara. Stop at the La Raya Pass for spectacular views of the Andean mountains and local wildlife before arriving in Puno.

Tour the heart of Puno, visiting the Main Square and the historic Cathedral. See the Balcony of the Count of Lemos, the House of the Corregidor, and the Deustua Arch. Enjoy panoramic views from Huajsapata Hill and the Puma Uta viewpoint before exploring the local Artisan Market.

Discover the unique cultures of Lake Titicaca on a full-day tour. Visit the floating Uros Islands to see how residents construct their homes from totora reeds, then continue to Taquile Island to admire vibrant textile arts and panoramic views of the lake. Lunch is included during this excursion.

Travel to the Sillustani Archaeological Complex on the shores of the Umayo Lagoon. Explore the impressive chullpas, ancient funerary towers built by the Collao civilizations, and learn about the remarkable pre-Incan engineering behind these stone structures before returning to Puno.

Enjoy a private transfer from your hotel to the airport for your onward journey.

Your adventure through the Andes and the Amazon concludes today. You will be transferred to the airport for your flight home, bringing with you memories of Peru's diverse landscapes and ancient history. We hope you have enjoyed this journey through one of South America's most fascinating destinations.