8-Day Peru: Lima, Huacachina & Cusco with Machu Picchu
8 Days / 7 Nights
Peru Tour 8 Days
Discover history, culture, coast, desert and Andes in one journey
Explore two of Peru’s most fascinating destinations: Lima, the Pacific-facing capital, and Cusco, the Andean jewel of the Inca Empire. Over 8 days, experience colonial architecture, vibrant gastronomy, the Paracas coast and Huacachina oasis, plus the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu. Every day brings new ways to connect with the living history of Peru.
Airport pick-up and transfer to your hotel. Briefing with recommendations for nearby restaurants, shops and attractions. Rest and acclimatize.
Overnight in Lima.
Optional (depending on arrival time): Magic Water Circuit; Pachacamac Archaeological Site.
After breakfast, visit key landmarks: Parque de la Exposición, Plaza Grau, Paseo de los Héroes Navales, Plaza San Martín, Plaza Mayor, Government Palace, Cathedral and the San Francisco Convent catacombs. See Huaca Pucllana, a pre-Inca adobe pyramid. Free time for Lima’s world-class cuisine.
Overnight in Lima.
Evening options: Magic Water Circuit; Gold Museum + City Tour.
Early departure to Paracas for a boat tour to the Ballestas Islands, famous for marine wildlife. Continue to Huacachina oasis amid towering sand dunes. Taste local sweets and enjoy desert views. Visit Nieto Winery to learn about Peruvian pisco and wine. Optional stop in Chincha at Racimo de Uvas.
Overnight in Lima.
Airport transfer and flight to Cusco. Welcome coca infusion to ease altitude. Handout with maps, recommended restaurants, exchange houses and local tips. Rest and acclimatize (Cusco is at 3,400 m).
Overnight in Cusco.
Optional: Qosqo Center of Native Art (music and dance). Tickets included.
Morning walking tour of the historic center (exclusive for Cusco Trips guests). Afternoon visits to Qoricancha (Temple of the Sun), and the archaeological complexes of Sacsayhuamán, Qenqo, Puka Pukara and Tambomachay. Stop to interact with llamas and alpacas and visit artisan shops.
Overnight in Cusco.
Taray viewpoint, Pisac ruins and market, lunch in Urubamba, then Ollantaytambo fortress. Evening train to Aguas Calientes, the base town for Machu Picchu.
Overnight in Aguas Calientes.
Bus up to Machu Picchu for a private guided tour covering its history, engineering and highlights. Return to Aguas Calientes, train to Ollantaytambo and transfer to Cusco.
Overnight in Cusco.
Recommended upgrades: Lunch at Belmond Sanctuary Lodge; Vistadome Observatory train; Huayna Picchu entry (subject to availability).
Breakfast and transfer to the airport about 2 hours before flight. Services end.
Tip: If flying later, visit Qorikancha Museum, Museum of Popular Art or Regional Museum (included in the Tourist Ticket).
Lima: Check-in 1:00 p.m. | Check-out 10:00 a.m.
Cusco: Check-in 1:00 p.m. | Check-out 10:00 a.m.
Aguas Calientes: Check-in 1:00 p.m. | Check-out 10:00 a.m.
Accommodation with breakfast:
Guided tours and activities (Spanish-speaking guide; other languages on request):
Entrances and transport:
Private transfers:
USD 1,100 per person
(Based on double occupancy and shared services where indicated. Ask for upgrades to 4★/5★ or private services.)
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