What are you waiting for? Your Peru Bucket List adventure is here: a 15-day journey that takes you to the highlights of this biodiverse country. From coast to desert to a canyon to mountains to the Amazon jungle, you will see it all. Join us by booking a trip to Machu Picchu and beyond with a company that puts your Peru Bucket List experience above everything else. Ready to become a Majestic Condor? Book your trip to Machu Picchu today.
15 days exploring the depth and breadth of Peru begins with a stop in the capital city of Lima. Lively dancing, exquisite food, and intriguing culture await you here. You will then slowly make your way down the coast to the desert highlights of Paracas and Huacachina. Speed down dunes while sand boarding and dune buggying in a place striking enough to make you believe you’re in another world.
A bit further south, you will have a chance to fly high above a mystery that still puzzles historians and scientists to this day: The Nazca Lines. During a flight above the lines, you will have the best view of these giant geoglyphs remain perfectly symmetrical and intact despite having been carved into the desert floor thousands ago years ago.
Then make your way towards the white city of Arequipa and the nearby Colca Canyon. This dual destination offers both a gorgeous white city made of volcanic stone and also the second deepest canyon in the world. The area has plenty to offer including a chance to see the largest flying bird in the world: the condor.
Though it will be hard to leave, then make your way further into the mountains landing in the iconic city of Cuzco. Once the center of the Inca empire, this charming city is a maze of cobblestone streets lined with architecture that merges old and new.
Cuzco will then lead you to the Sacred Valley of the Incas where we will spend our days biking between ancient ruins, visiting small villages, and participating in social projects. Finally, it will then be time for the highlight of your epic adventure: the trip to Machu Picchu. A train and a bus will wind through mountains and trails, taking you to the gates of the famous Inca citadel. A thorough tour will give you plenty of time to enjoy Machu Picchu’s historical beauty. We promise it will fulfill all of your bucket list wishes for your day at the site.
The last stop on your 15-day itinerary is a journey deep into the Amazon Jungle. Alive with flora and fauna found nowhere else in the world, this forest is teeming with bucket list wildlife viewing such as monkeys, sloths, snakes, and more. A few days in the rainforest closes out an unforgettable experience.
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Who is a Majestic Condor? A travel enthusiast looking to see Peru off the beaten path!
Moderate
Min. 18 – whatever year olds
All travelers under the required minimum age must travel with their parents or guardians.
Min. 1 – Max. 10
Lima, Peru
Lima, Peru
Lima, Paracas, Huacachina, Nazca, Arequipa, Chivau, Cuzco, Ollantaytambo, Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu, and Puerto Maldonado.
Note: Tips are always optional; Our guides, porters and cooks receive a salary according to Peruvian laws, but if you wish to value their efforts and good work, feel free to do so; an economic incentive from you is always welcome. To find out how much you could award as part of a personal thank you, please click the link in Terms & Conditions. # 22, here you will find a standard referring to tips.
Meals Included: 14 Breakfast, 3 lunch, 2 dinners. Including vegetarian and vegan options – just let us know in advance.
Accommodations: SOLO travelers joining group tours will be paired in twins or groups in a shared dorm room at the hotel, tents, or lodge with someone of the same sex for the duration of the tour.
Room Upgrade: If you want privacy for the duration of the tour you can UPGRADE your own room at the time of booking. The price per night has a cost of 30 USD per night. (suggested 10 days for 300 USD), this option does not work in the Amazon experience and Colca Canyon tour.
Service level: Standard. Comfortable private twin rooms mixed with based shared hostels with character. Private transportations mix with public buses, domestic flights, trains, and motorboats.
Welcome to Lima, Peru.
Your adventure begins in the afternoon around 4.00 pm, where there will be a briefing prior to departure. We will collect certain information, some insurance details, and next to kin details. So be sure to bring these details with you! Let us know if you are going to be late, send us an email or inform the accommodation as soon as possible.
After the meeting, we will be visiting the Magic Water Circuit which is the largest fountain complex in the world. We will also enjoy the colorful laser light show displayed on one of the fountains, a great way to start your Peruvian immersion as several typical dances and music will be played.
Private transfer:
Hostel – Magic Water Circuit (30 minutes)
Accommodation
Dragonfly Hostel’s or similar
Meals included
There are no meals included on this day
Get ready and take your bags to start your adventure. We will take a bus to the famous fisherman’s town of Paracas 3hr30min away from Lima on the way to the south. Paracas and the Reserve of Paracas are famous for its marine wildlife (migratory birds, sea lions, penguins, flamingos, and more). Paracas is also known as “The Poor man’s Galápagos” (a small version of the famous Galapagos of Ecuador. In the National Reserve of Paracas, it’s possible to find on the most stunning beaches of South America the famous “Red Beach or la Mina beach”.
Private transfer: Hotel – Bus terminal (30 min)
Private transport to the bus terminal. A comfortable shuttle will be taking us from the hotel to the bus terminal. Relax and enjoy the views of the city of Lima.
Local Bus: Lima – Pisco (3hr 30min)
Jump on board and relax, while you enjoy the incredible landscape leaving Lima of coast and desert
Accommodation
Hotel Residential Frayles *** (3)
Activities included:
Paracas National Reserve Tour (2 hours).
Optional activities:
It is a good chance to get to know each other in your group. You decide which day is better according with everybody’s decisions.
Meals included
Breakfast
If you have imagined that what you experienced the day before was great… wait till you start day 3!
You will start the day traveling 30 minutes by boat to one of the most beautiful natural places of the Peruvian coast, the famous Ballestas Islands full of great animal life where you can see a few meters away sea lions resting on the shores of these rocky islands. Friendly Humboldt penguins, thousands of guano birds will be waiting for you! The boat will also make a stop at the famous and mysterious “Candelabro” geoglyph on a hill of the reserve.
Our next stop will be taking us to Ica. It’s the region where the most amount of pisco and sweet wine in Peru is produced. We will take private transport to the city of Ica (1hr30min) where we will stop at a local vineyard to learn the history of Pisco and get some taste of it.
After a few pisco samplings we will continue our journey to the oasis town of Huacachina. An oasis is hidden in the impressive dunes of the desert of Ica. In Huacachina you will experience the thrill of the dune buggies and sandboarding (like snowboarding). Strap the board to your feet or lie belly flat on the board and let yourself slide down some amazing dunes!
Private transfer: Paracas – Ica (1hr 30min)
Relax and enjoy the landscape between Paracas and Ica.
Accommodation
Carolas del sur Hostel
Meals included
Breakfast
Activities included
• Pisco Tour – 1hr
• Dune Buggy & Sandboarding tour – 2hrs
Optional activities:
Huacachina is a place to enjoy this activities and maybe good chance to get to know each other in your group i. You decide which day is better according with everybody’s decisions.
Wake up in the oasis town of Huacachina and kick start your day with a great breakfast, fresh natural juices and more! Pack your bags and jump to the bus for a short trip south to the city of Nazca located in one of the aridest deserts in the world. The desert of Nazca is home to one of the greatest archaeological mysteries in the world “The famous and mysterious Nazca lines” or geoglyphs of different shapes and forms. Some of the most famous lines: the monkey, hummingbird, spider, condor, dog, and even an astronaut whose origin until the day is a mystery for humanity and you will witness such wonder with a flight upon your arrival. This day, we will share a Pachamanca lunch, traditional Andean food.
After the flight we will dine together and board an overnight bus towards the “white city” of Arequipa!
Private transfer: Ica – Nazca (2hr 30min)
Take a seat relax and enjoy the ride.
Overnight bus: Nazca – Arequipa (10hrs)
Take a seat, relax, and enjoy the overnight bus.
Accommodation
Day use in Nazca Travel One hostel
Meals included
Breakfast
Activities included
Nazca Lines flight 30 min – fly over the famous and mysterious Nazca lines which vary from 50 to 300 meters in length! Some of the lines you will see a monkey, hummingbird, spider, hands, and the dog!
Meals included
Breakfast and Pachamanca lunch
Enjoy your free time in Arequipa one of the most beautiful cities in South America. The beautiful city of Arequipa lies at the foot of the majestic Misti volcano that reaches a height of 5822 meters above sea level (19,101 ft.). One of the most famous and still active volcanoes in South America. It is also known as the “white city” as part of its main structures and monuments are made of volcanic stones called “sillar”. The colonial city of Arequipa is the perfect place for foodies, as the city offers more than 140 typical dishes. A great opportunity to taste a mouth-watering Peruvian dished at the local ‘Picanterías’ (typical restaurants of Arequipa which offer authentic dishes).
During your free time visit the various monuments and architectural sites that Arequipa has, such as the Santa Catalina Monastery, the Cathedral Basilica, the Yanahuara district and viewing point, and the incredible museum of Santuarios Andino, where they have exposed ‘Juanita’ one of the oldest mummies in the Americas.
Get ready for a tour full of adventure in the beautiful city of Arequipa. We will White-Water raft the rapids of the Chili River. Fun and excitement awaits you at every turn and twist.
Free time
Enjoy the lovely city and its food.
Activities included
White water rafting (this activity includes pick up from the hotel, drop off to the hotel, snacks, water, gear for the water rafting).
Optional activity.
Salsa lessons. It’s time to learn salsa dancing or maybe improve your dance.
Accommodation
Arequipa Inn Hotel ** (2) or similar
Meals included
There are no meals included on this day
Today you will go to Chivay, an old town near the Colca Canyon. We will take a private transport and cross fields of pure nature that the valley has to offer, we will hit peaks above 4500 m.a.s.l. At this altitude, we can find the famous camelids of the Andes. The adorable llamas and alpacas will make you want to take them home with you. Guanacos and Vicuñas are other types of camelids but these two are protected by the government as they are in danger of extinction. The vicuña’s wool is one of the most expensive in the world and lives wild. Along our journey, we will stop to observe these and to see active volcanoes that surround the city of Arequipa. In the afternoon we will have the option to head to the famous hot springs nearby where we can relax.
Private transfer: Arequipa – Chivay (5hrs)
Take a seat, relax, and enjoy the ride.
Accommodation
Casa de Lucia Hotel ** (2) or similar
Meals included
Breakfast
Optional activities
A good day to relax and know mora about Peruvians traditions.
Feeling relaxed? In the morning we will get ready to start our tour on the way to the famous Colca Canyon, one of the deepest in the world! We will stop at the Cruz del Cóndor or Condors cross viewing point where we will observe the majestic Condor fly over us! One of the biggest flying birds in the world! After this incredible experience we will head back towards Arequipa.
Later we will board an overnight bus that will take us to the imperial city of Cuzco.
Private transfer: Chivay – Arequipa 3hrs
Take a seat, relax and enjoy the ride
Hostel – Bus terminal (30min)
Private transportation from the hotel to the terrestrial terminal.
Overnight bus: Arequipa – Cuzco (10hrs)
Jump aboard, grab a seat, relax, and enjoy the overnight bus.
Meals included
Breakfast
Let’s get ready to explore the imperial city of Cuzco. Cuzco, which in the Quechua language means ‘navel of the earth’ or ‘center’ has been the capital of the Inca Empire. You prepared a lot for this day and in the end, I arrived … let yourself be surprised by the magnificent Inca architecture with Spanish influences. Cuzco is a magical city time to relax and explore.
You can choose to take a walk through the bohemian neighborhood of San Blas, witness the Inca architecture visiting the Sacsayhuaman fortress, the Temple of Qoricancha (Temple of Santo Domingo) called today, the Cathedral Basilica of Cuzco, admire the city from the famous Cristo Blanco (like the Rio de Janeiro Christ…but a small version of it) and enjoy a view of the city from an aerial view.
Go shopping to the market of San Pedro a few blocks from the central square of Cuzco and try juices with fresh fruits. At San Pedro, you will also find artisanal souvenir stands and general small gifts you may want to take back with you. Have a fun day exploring Cuzco!
Private transfers: Bus terminal – Hostel 15min
Private transport will take is from the terminal to our accommodation in Cuzco.
Accommodation
Kokopelli Hostel or similar
Optional activities
A good day to relax and know mora about Peruvians traditions.
Meals included
There is no meal included on this day.
A few days before starting our trek to one of the ‘seven’ world wonders – Machu Picchu- we will visit the charming town of Ollantaytambo, located in the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Ollantaytambo is a place of historical importance, it was one of the last Inca resistance towns against the Spanish invasion. Over the city rest ruins of a thousand-year-old temple built of gigantic stones, perfectly carved that amazes every traveler visiting Ollantaytambo. Get ready for the evening activities as together with your leader you will be preparing Peruvian dishes for everyone (this is an optional activity).
Private transfer: Cuzco – Ollantaytambo (1hr 30min)
Enjoy the beautiful landscape traveling by minibus, private transportation from Cuzco to Ollantaytambo-Sacred Valley.
Accommodation
Hostal Las Orquideas ** (2) or similar
Meals included
Breakfast
Optional activity
Cook together with your Peru ambassador a local dinner and learn more about Peruvian traditions.
Today we will be enjoying the nature of the gorgeous Andean landscape of the Sacred Valley of the Incas. We will be driving to the Ccorao pass, where we will take pictures of the surroundings. Shortly after, you will receive your bicycle and safety gear, then our guide will start with a safety briefing and explain the route to be followed. As we go down you will be able to see some locals performing their daily activities and enjoy the beauty of the highlands. We will then arrive at the town of Pisaq and visit the traditional market then over to the Maras salt mines, the Incan Laboratory of Moray. Then we will continue our adventure biking next to the Vilcanota River. We will pass the towns of Coya, Lamay, Calca, and Urubamba, where we will stop for lunch and have some well-deserved free time.
We will then be heading over to the town of Ollantaytambo to take the train to Aguas Calientes. Enjoy a relaxing night and get ready to visit one of the seven wonders of the world.
Activities included
Mountain Biking (full day – This activity includes pick up from the hotel, entrance fees to all the archeological sites, snacks, water, bicycles, mountain biking equipment)
Train: Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes (2hrs)
Jump aboard, take a seat, and enjoy the view
Accommodation
Pachacutec Hotel ** (2) or similar
Meals included
Breakfast & Lunch
The day has come, you will be visiting the ultimate Peru Bucket List site, Machu Picchu!! Get ready to embrace the experience of visiting the famous Inca sanctuary, take a trip to the past and dwell in its magical aura. It is time for the Machu Picchu experience!
Early this morning we will wake to take the 30 min bus to the entrance of Machu Picchu, and right after start our 2 hours guided tour through this incredible ancient city. We will visit temples, palaces, priest houses, a sundial, the industrial sector, and the farming fields, then you will have until 12.30 pm to explore Machu Picchu on your own. We meet in the town of Aguas Calientes for lunch at 1 pm and then we go to the train station to take the train back to the city of Cuzco, where we arrive in the evening.
Local bus: Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu (20min)
Take a seat, relax and enjoy the ride
Local bus: Machu Picchu – Aguas Calientes (20min)
Take a seat, relax and enjoy the ride
Train: Aguas Calientes – Ollantaytambo 2hr (118km)
Jump aboard, take a seat, and enjoy the view
Private transfer: Ollantaytambo – Cuzco (2hr approx.)
Enjoy the beautiful landscape traveling by minibus
Accommodation
Kokopeli Hostel or similar
Meals Included
Breakfast
Optional activity
A good day to relax and know mora about Peruvians traditions.
Enjoy a free day to explore more Cuzco or relax with a massage.
Do you still have enough energy? You can opt to take a full day to the“Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain”, or take a relaxing day. At night, get ready for the big party night!
It’s time to explore one of the hidden gems in Cusco. Take this day to hike and explore with your travel group the fantastic “Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain” which offers a relaxed hike with and amazing views surrounded by stone forest, this is an alternative excursion to the popular “Rainbow Mountain Vinicunca” in Cusco. This beautiful hidden gem is located at 4900 m.a.s.l juts 3 hrs. far from the city of Cusco.
Activities included
Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain hike. From 8 am – 4 pm
Accommodation
Kokopelli Hostel or similar
Meals included
Breakfast
Optional activity
Salsa lessons. It’s time to learn salsa dancing or maybe improve your dance.
BIG NIGHT OUT!
Let us celebrate together with an incredible trek and Machupicchu together. open bar 1hrs and let’s explore one more time together what Cuzco has to offer by night…bars, clubs with special drinks with your new travel companions. We will show you how the locals party! The night is ours.
Get ready for another adventure heading to the Amazon jungle home to diverse wildlife. We are headed to Puerto Maldonado with a domestic flight to the southeast of Peru 55 kilometers (34 miles) west of the border with Bolivia, in the famous Tambopata River and Madre de Dios. Upon our arrival after about an hour and we will go to the office of our operator where we will make a brief stop to store large luggage and pack what is necessary for our stay in the heart of the Amazon rainforest.
Then, we will go to Puerto Capitanía, aboard a motorized boat, and sail down the Madre de Dios River. During the trip, we will immerse ourselves in a fascinating natural environment; if we are lucky, we will witness Capybara (the largest living rodent), alligators, turtles, herons, cormorants, and other species of animals in their natural environment. Upon arrival at Eco Amazonia Lodge, we will be received with an exquisite welcome drink. We will settle in our bungalows and have lunch together. Stomach full, our specialized guide will guide you through a trail to Cayman Cocha, a small lake with an abundant presence of Black Cayman specimens and Caiman.
Plane: Cuzco – Private transfer: 20min
Private shuttle from Cuzco accommodation to the airport. From Puerto Maldonado airport we will be transferred to the tour operator office with private transport, where you will leave your luggage safely stored and continue towards our boat!
Plane: Cuzco – Puerto Maldonado 1hr
Jump aboard, take a seat, and enjoy the view
Accommodation
Eco Amazonia Lodge
Motorized Boat: Puerto Maldonado – Caimán Cocha 3hr
Get on board and enjoy the wonderful views of the Amazonian river!
Meals included
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
The morning begins at the sound of birds chipping at you. A warm breakfast will provide you plenty of energy for a morning full of new adventures. After breakfast, we´ll start to hike towards the depths of the forest, on trails especially prepared, with bridges to cross gorges and rivers. During the journey, we will observe the flooded forest and a variety of flora and fauna. We will continue our trek to finally arrive at the majestic Lake Apu Victor with its crystal-clear waters, surrounded by swamps and giant trees. Afterward, we´ll go up to the Observation Deck, from which we´ll enjoy a panoramic view of the lake, observing Parrots, Macaws, Toucans, Camungos, Shanshos, Herons, and other animals, such as Caimans, Turtles, and more! If we are lucky, we´ll have a chance to observe the Giant Otter, one of the rainforests’ most spectacular animals.
After several hours, we will head back to the Lodge to enjoy lunch together. In the afternoon, accompanied by our specialized guide, we will visit Monkey Island, a unique place in the heart of Madre de Dios River, five minutes away from the Lodge.
During the hike, we will observe extraordinary landscapes, with stunning Amazonian flora. This impressive nature shelters a variety of monkey species (Maquisapas, Capuchins, Small Lion Monkeys, Frailes, and Cotos) other animal species like the Coati and Sloths, and a great variety of birds call this place home.
Finally, we´ll complete our visit to the island enjoying an Amazonian sunset! Back to the lodge, we conclude the day with a lovely dinner.
Accommodation
Eco Amazonian Lodge
Meals included
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
After a restful night’s sleep, the morning begins with a warm breakfast accompanied by the Amazons natural sounds from animals who inhabit this area. After a peaceful experience, we will head back to the airport with a motorized canoe and private van. Before heading to the airport, you will pick up your luggage stored at the tour operator’s office.
Private transfers: 20min
Private shuttle from the tour operator’s office to the airport.
Motorized canoe: Tambopata – Puerto Maldonado 2hrs
Get on board and enjoy the wonderful views of the Amazonian river!
Plane: Puerto Maldonado – Lima 1h30m – 2hrs
Jump aboard, take a seat, and enjoy the view
Meals included
Breakfast
TIME TO SAY “HASTA LUEGO!” Muchas gracias por tu visita a Peru and for being a part of the Majestic Condors!!
