Peru is the most beautiful country on earth, and we’re going to show you all the nooks and crannies that make it so. Join us for a Peru Bucket List adventure you will never forget: 8 days, the highlights of Peru, an expert guide who will be your ambassador to the country, and what is sure to be an awesome group of fellow travelers. Are you ready to become a Fearless Puma? Book your Peru trip today.
Starting in the buzzing capital of Lima, your Peru trip begins with an immersive cultural introduction to the country. Ceviche lunches, Oceanside walks, late-night live music, and more await you in this metropolitan hub. You’ll then adventure down south to the mighty Amazon Jungle to see for yourself the biodiverse wonder that is the rainforest. Night walks looking for creepy critters and days boating to Monkey Island or lakes that create the habitat for giant otters will surely create unforgettable memories.
After connecting to the natural wonders of the rainforest, you will have a change of scenery delving into the Andes mountains landing in the iconic city of Cuzco. Charming cobblestone streets weave between the merging of old and new in the city that was once the center of the entire Inca empire. Visit highlights of the region including the Sacred Valley of the Incas and Ollantaytambo, participating in a local social project, before the ultimate Peru Bucket List experience: the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu.
Hike for 2 days along the original Inca Trail to remote ruins and along paths lined by beautiful orchids and musical birds. You’ll get your first view of enchanting Machu Picchu upon arrival to Intipuku, or the Sun Gate. Tour the ruins and spend time soaking in the spirits of the area as your Peru trip comes to a close. Are you a Fearless Puma? Book your Peru trip!
Who is a Fearless Pumas? An adventurer with limited time to explore!
Moderate
Min. 18 – whatever years old.
All travelers under the required minimum age must travel with their parents or guardians.
Min. 1 – Max. 10
Lima, Peru
Cusco city
Lima, Puerto Maldonado, Ollantaytambo, Cuzco, Aguas Calientes, and Machu Picchu.
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: 7 Breakfast, 4 lunch,3 dinners. Including vegetarian and vegan options – just let us know in advance.
Accommodation: Single 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 4 days for 120 USD), this option does not work in the Amazon Experience.
Service level: Standard. Comfortable private twin rooms mixed with based shared hostels with character. Private transportations mix with public buses, domestic flights, trains, motorboats, private transport and, in some cases, tuk tuks – because this is the way of travelling in Peru.
Welcome to Lima, Peru
Your adventure begins in the afternoon around 4.00 pm, where there will be a briefing before 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 to start your 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.
Private transfer: Hostel – Lima Airport (45min)
A private transfer from our accommodation in Lima 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: Lima – Puerto Maldonado (1hr40min)
Take a seat to relax and enjoy the view
Accommodation
Eco Amazonia Lodge
Motorized Boat: Puerto Maldonado – Caimán Cocha (2hr)
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 rainforest’s 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.
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 it has finally arrived … let yourself be surprised by the magnificent Inca architecture with Spanish influences. Cuzco is a magical city time to relax and explore.
Motorized canoe: Tambopata – Puerto Maldonado (2hr)
Get on board and enjoy the wonderful views of the Amazonian river!
Private transfers (20min)
Private shuttle from the tour operator’s office to the airport.
Plane: Puerto Maldonado – Cuzco (50min)
Jump aboard, take a seat, and enjoy the view
Private transfers: Cuzco Airport – Hostel (15min)
Private transport will take is from the airport to our accommodation in Cuzco.
Accommodation
Kokopeli Hostel or similar
Meals included
Breakfast
Two days before starting our visit 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.
You waited this day for so long and finally, it’s here! Enjoy the stunning scenery, this is where the Incas themselves would walk these trails and messengers would run through up and down to inform the Incas with news of the empire. You are the Indiana Jones or Lara Croft of your expedition…action! We will get ready early to start our adventure. We will meet with our guide for the trek and leave together.
The Inca Trail waits for you with its majestic and impressive landscapes, streams, Inca ruins, and more!
Your adventure starts with a 6:00 am pick up from your hotel and head over to the train station in Ollantaytambo, we will ride the train for about 1h20m until we get to km 104, where we will begin the 2 day 1 night Inca Trail trek to Machu Picchu.
Get ready for the hike, as we will begin by ascending for about 4 hours through the beautiful flora and fauna of the high jungle. Enjoy the views as you rest along the way. After a tough but rewarding climb, we will arrive at the archeological site of Wiña Wayna (always young) – a majestic place that is only accessible by foot. Here we’ll enjoy a box lunch and explore the ruins before continuing on.
After a few more hours of trekking along the original Inca trail, we will catch our first glance at Machu Picchu through the Inti Punku or “The Sun Gate.” This wonder of the world is sure to take your breath away. We will finish our first day of adventure following the lateral trail in direction to the exit of Machu Picchu where we will take a bus to the city of Aguas Calientes for dinner and a good night’s rest at a hotel.
Train: Ollantaytambo – 104km (1hr20min)
Take a seat and enjoy the view!
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 from 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 activities
Salsa lessons. It’s time to learn salsa dancing or maybe improve your dance.
Activity included
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.
It is the final day of this wonderful trip. We will be flying back to Lima. TIME TO SAY “HASTA LUEGO!” Muchas gracias por tu visita a Peru and for being a part of the Fearless Pumas!!
Private transfer: Cuzco – Cuzco Airport (25 mins approx.)
Taxi service is included at the end of the tour. If you wish to extend your stay in the city of Cuzco and postpone or modify this service for later, please do so 3 days in advance before the end of the trip with us.
