Best of Peru
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Per person, double occupancy, excludes roundtrip airfare
13 Days
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Peru Vacation Package Details
Travel across the misty, mysterious land of the Incas—Peru is a mountainous vacation destination with limitless magic to uncover, history to learn, and beauty to fall in love with on this sweeping tour.
Tour Includes
1 Country- Peru
- Lima
- Cusco
- Sacred Valley
- Machu Picchu
- Puno
- Uros and Taquile Island
- Colca Valley
- Arequipa via Condor Cross
- 12 Nights
- Moderate hotels based on twin/double occupancy
- 12 Breakfasts, 10 Lunches, and 1 Dinner
- A professionally trained English-speaking local tour director who is knowledgeable of the area and will provide you with a wealth of information. Their friendly service will make your trip a memorable experience.
- To and from your hotel room throughout your land tour for one piece of Checked Baggage per person.
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Tour Highlights
- Admission to the Larco Museum, home to Lima’s finest collection of pre-Columbian art and artifacts
- Tour through the twin historic sites of Maras and Moray
- Spend a day exploring Machu Picchu
- Explore Cusco, recognized by UNESCO as Peru’s most culturally important city
- Visit Uros and Taquile islands on Lake Titicaca
- Look for Andean condors in the Colca Valley
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Best of Peru
Tours Starts: Lima, Peru
Tours Ends: Lima, Peru
Day 1
Arrive in Lima
If you purchased air from YMT, a representative will welcome you at the airport and transport you to the hotel. Note: Depending on the departure time of your outbound flight, you may depart one day earlier.
Britania Crystal Collection or similar
Day 2
Lima City Tour
Start your journey with a tour of Lima, Peru’s scenic capital. Explore Lima´s old town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site packed with historic buildings including the Main Square, a stunning showcase of the wealth of the Spanish Empire, the 16th century Church of Santo Domingo, and Casa Aliaga, one of Lima’s finest colonial mansions. Proceed to the traditional Pueblo Libre District, where you will visit the Larco Museum, a pre-Columbian art museum housed in a beautifully restored 18th century mansion. Enjoy an included lunch at the Cafe del Museo Larco, located on the terrace in front of the museum’s beautiful gardens. (B, L)
Britania Crystal Collection or similar
Day 3
Cusco
Take a short, included flight from Lima to Cusco,
in the heart of the Sacred Valley. The Sacred
Valley, deep in the Andean highlands, was the
center of the Inca Empire. The region boasts
countless ruins, beautifully intact stone terraces,
and stunningly rugged mountainous terrain.
Shop for locally made alpaca textiles, musical instruments, paintings, carvings, necklaces and
replicas of old Inca pieces at the Pisac Market.
Take a scenic ride to Ollantaytambo
Archaelogical Park, a living Inca city where
residents still live in accordance with old Incan
traditions. “Ollanta” is also famous for its well-preserved
archaeological sites, including a
fortress, baths, and temples. (B, L)
Hacienda del Valle or similar
Day 4
Sacred Valley
Hidden from view by the rugged Andes, the Incan sites of Maras and Moray are two of the Sacred Valley’s most interesting places to visit. Maras is home to Salineras de Maras, ancient terraced salt ponds. Moray contains circular terraces that were used by Incan leaders as a test garden where they could experiment on plants grown across the empire. Continue to Chinchero town, where you will see Incan ruins framed by the snow-capped Chicón and Verónica mountains. (B, L)
Note: Tonight, please pack an overnight bag for your journey to Machu Picchu. Due to luggage restrictions aboard the trains to/from Machu Picchu, Passengers may only take 1 small bag weighing no more than 5 kg ( 11 lbs). Tomorrow, the rest of your luggage will be transferred to your hotel in Cusco city. You will retrieve your luggage on your arrival (day 5 at night).
Hacienda del Valle or similar
Day 5
Machu Picchu
Travel by PeruRail Vistadome panoramic train to
Peru’s most famous site—the ancient sanctuary
of Machu Picchu. Built in the 15th century by
the Incans at the peak of their power, Machu
Picchu was abandoned fewer than 100 years
later—deserted en masse before the conquering
Spaniards ever even knew of the astonishing
citadel’s existence. This UNESCO World Heritage Site has three primary structures and
numerous reconstructed outlying buildings all
cut directly into the mountainside. Machu Picchu
is the ultimate example of Incan architecture,
characterized by polished stone walls and
elegantly designed terraces. Archaeologists
disagree on its function—whether it was a lavish
royal retreat or a prominent city—but judging by
the quality of Machu Picchu’s construction and
the amount of intricate ornamental work, it is
clear that it was a very important place.
After your tour, return to Aguas Calientes to
enjoy an Andean fusion lunch overlooking the
Vilconota River at the Café Inkaterra. (B, L)
Note: Machu Pichu is nearly 8,000 feet in elevation.
Casa Andina Koricancha or similar
Day 6
Cusco
Your tour of this UNESCO designated city starts with a visit to Santo Domingo Convent, a Spanish complex built in the 16th century on top of the sacred Inca Coricancha. Then, visit the Cusco Cathedral, a Gothic-Renaissance church that dominates Cusco’s Main Square. Head to the hills to visit the remains of Sacsayhuaman, a fortress with panoramic views of the city. Finally, visit Puka Pukara, an Inca military installation perched on one of Cusco’s most prominent hills. After an included lunch, the afternoon is yours to enjoy on your own. (B, L)
Casa Andina Plaza or similar
Day 7
Puno
Take a scenic drive from Cusco down to Puno. Keep your eyes peeled for landmarks including the town of Andahuaylillas, the Temple of Wiracocha, and the La Raya Pass. (B, L)
Hacienda Puno Hotel or similar
Day 8
Uros and Taquile Island
Spend the day on Lake Titicaca, ancestral home of two fascinating cultures. Your first stop is on the floating islands of Uros, a series of man-made islands built by weaving together giant bulrush plants. They require constant maintenance by the Uro people, who have lived here for generations. Continue on to Taquile Island, home to the Taquileños, whose stunning textiles are renowned for their quality. Sit down for lunch on the island, then enjoy free time in Puno. (B, L)
Hacienda Puno Hotel or similar
Day 9
Colca
Travel over high plains, stone forests and blue lagoons from Puno to Colca. Visit the Pampa Cañahuas Reserve, an extensive plain where vicuñas, the wild ancestor of domesticated alpacas, are a common sight. (B, L)
Casa Andina Colca or similar
Day 10
Arequipa via Condor Cross
Keep your eyes to the sky on your stop at Condor Cross. Even if you don’t see a condor, your views of the stunning Colca Valley, one of the world’s deepest canyons, will make the journey worth it. See Chivay and the towns of Pinchollo, Maca, Achoma, and Yanque before arriving in Arequipa. (B, L)
Casa Andina Arequipa or similar
Day 11
Arequipa City Tour
Enjoy a panoramic view of Arequipa, then see historic architecture and stunning views at the Yanahuara District. Visit the Main Square, 16th century Compañía de Jesús Church, and Santa Catalina Monastery. Enjoy a leisurely evening in Arequipa. (B, L)
Casa Andina Arequipa or similar

Learn the history of pisco, developed by 16th-century Spanish settlers then enjoy a cooking demonstration and sample the perfect ceviche, which originated locally, and is typically made from fresh raw fish cured in citrus juices. $69 p/p.Please add this option at time of booking.
Day 12
Fly to Lima
Take an included flight from Arequipa to Lima in the morning, then enjoy a final day in Lima including a farewell dinner and folklore show. (B, D)
Britania Crystal Collection or similar
Day 13
Depart for Home (B)
Please note that this is a proposed itinerary; the actual itinerary may vary due to season, special events, or weather. Hotels may differ depending on date. Because our tour arrangements are often made a year or more in advance, YMT Vacations reserves the right to alter the itinerary. Itinerary changes are made to improve your vacation experience, as well as respond to any unforeseen circumstances that mandate alterations. By their nature, all tour vacations involve a certain level of physical activity. While YMT tours have been designed with our guests in mind and are not physically demanding, this tour does include walking and periods of standing during the sightseeing visits. You will also encounter steps and some uneven ground along the way, particularly at older, historical sights. Please ask your Travel Consultant for more information.

(Click the map to enlarge)
Best of Peru & The Peruvian Amazon Rainforest Extension
Tours Starts: Lima, Peru
Tours Ends: Lima, Peru
Day 1
Arrive in Lima
If you purchased air from YMT, a representative will welcome you at the airport and transport you to the hotel. Note: Depending on the departure time of your outbound flight, you may depart one day earlier.
Britania Crystal Collection or similar
Day 2
Lima City Tour
Start your journey with a tour of Lima, Peru’s scenic capital. Explore Lima´s old town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site packed with historic buildings including the Main Square, a stunning showcase of the wealth of the Spanish Empire, the 16th century Church of Santo Domingo, and Casa Aliaga, one of Lima’s finest colonial mansions. Proceed to the traditional Pueblo Libre District, where you will visit the Larco Museum, a pre-Columbian art museum housed in a beautifully restored 18th century mansion. Enjoy an included lunch at the Cafe del Museo Larco, located on the terrace in front of the museum’s beautiful gardens. (B, L)
Britania Crystal Collection or similar
Day 3
Cusco
Take a short, included flight from Lima to Cusco,
in the heart of the Sacred Valley. The Sacred
Valley, deep in the Andean highlands, was the
center of the Inca Empire. The region boasts
countless ruins, beautifully intact stone terraces,
and stunningly rugged mountainous terrain.
Shop for locally made alpaca textiles, musical instruments, paintings, carvings, necklaces and
replicas of old Inca pieces at the Pisac Market.
Take a scenic ride to Ollantaytambo
Archaelogical Park, a living Inca city where
residents still live in accordance with old Incan
traditions. “Ollanta” is also famous for its well-preserved
archaeological sites, including a
fortress, baths, and temples. (B, L)
Hacienda del Valle or similar
Day 4
Sacred Valley
Hidden from view by the rugged Andes, the Incan sites of Maras and Moray are two of the Sacred Valley’s most interesting places to visit. Maras is home to Salineras de Maras, ancient terraced salt ponds. Moray contains circular terraces that were used by Incan leaders as a test garden where they could experiment on plants grown across the empire. Continue to Chinchero town, where you will see Incan ruins framed by the snow-capped Chicón and Verónica mountains. (B, L)
Note: Tonight, please pack an overnight bag for your journey to Machu Picchu. Due to luggage restrictions aboard the trains to/from Machu Picchu, Passengers may only take 1 small bag weighing no more than 5 kg ( 11 lbs). Tomorrow, the rest of your luggage will be transferred to your hotel in Cusco city. You will retrieve your luggage on your arrival (day 5 at night).
Hacienda del Valle or similar
Day 5
Machu Picchu
Travel by PeruRail Vistadome panoramic train to
Peru’s most famous site—the ancient sanctuary
of Machu Picchu. Built in the 15th century by
the Incans at the peak of their power, Machu
Picchu was abandoned fewer than 100 years
later—deserted en masse before the conquering
Spaniards ever even knew of the astonishing
citadel’s existence. This UNESCO World Heritage Site has three primary structures and
numerous reconstructed outlying buildings all
cut directly into the mountainside. Machu Picchu
is the ultimate example of Incan architecture,
characterized by polished stone walls and
elegantly designed terraces. Archaeologists
disagree on its function—whether it was a lavish
royal retreat or a prominent city—but judging by
the quality of Machu Picchu’s construction and
the amount of intricate ornamental work, it is
clear that it was a very important place.
After your tour, return to Aguas Calientes to
enjoy an Andean fusion lunch overlooking the
Vilconota River at the Café Inkaterra. (B, L)
Note: Machu Pichu is nearly 8,000 feet in elevation.
Casa Andina Koricancha or similar
Day 6
Cusco
Your tour of this UNESCO designated city starts with a visit to Santo Domingo Convent, a Spanish complex built in the 16th century on top of the sacred Inca Coricancha. Then, visit the Cusco Cathedral, a Gothic-Renaissance church that dominates Cusco’s Main Square. Head to the hills to visit the remains of Sacsayhuaman, a fortress with panoramic views of the city. Finally, visit Puka Pukara, an Inca military installation perched on one of Cusco’s most prominent hills. After an included lunch, the afternoon is yours to enjoy on your own. (B, L)
Casa Andina Plaza or similar
Day 7
Puno
Take a scenic drive from Cusco down to Puno. Keep your eyes peeled for landmarks including the town of Andahuaylillas, the Temple of Wiracocha, and the La Raya Pass. (B, L)
Hacienda Puno Hotel or similar
Day 8
Uros and Taquile Island
Spend the day on Lake Titicaca, ancestral home of two fascinating cultures. Your first stop is on the floating islands of Uros, a series of man-made islands built by weaving together giant bulrush plants. They require constant maintenance by the Uro people, who have lived here for generations. Continue on to Taquile Island, home to the Taquileños, whose stunning textiles are renowned for their quality. Sit down for lunch on the island, then enjoy free time in Puno. (B, L)
Hacienda Puno Hotel or similar
Day 9
Colca
Travel over high plains, stone forests and blue lagoons from Puno to Colca. Visit the Pampa Cañahuas Reserve, an extensive plain where vicuñas, the wild ancestor of domesticated alpacas, are a common sight. (B, L)
Casa Andina Colca or similar
Day 10
Arequipa via Condor Cross
Keep your eyes to the sky on your stop at Condor Cross. Even if you don’t see a condor, your views of the stunning Colca Valley, one of the world’s deepest canyons, will make the journey worth it. See Chivay and the towns of Pinchollo, Maca, Achoma, and Yanque before arriving in Arequipa. (B, L)
Casa Andina Arequipa or similar
Day 11
Arequipa City Tour
Enjoy a panoramic view of Arequipa, then see historic architecture and stunning views at the Yanahuara District. Visit the Main Square, 16th century Compañía de Jesús Church, and Santa Catalina Monastery. Enjoy a leisurely evening in Arequipa. (B, L)
Casa Andina Arequipa or similar

Learn the history of pisco, developed by 16th-century Spanish settlers then enjoy a cooking demonstration and sample the perfect ceviche, which originated locally, and is typically made from fresh raw fish cured in citrus juices. $69 p/p.Please add this option at time of booking.
Day 12
Fly to Lima
Take an included flight from Arequipa to Lima in the morning, then enjoy a final day in Lima including a farewell dinner and folklore show. (B, D)
Britania Crystal Collection or similar
Day 13
Depart for Puerto Maldonado
Fly to Puerto Maldonado, then travel by boat along the Madre de Dios River to the luxurious Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica. Meals are included, and you have a choice of complimentary optional activities. (B,L,D)
Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica or similar
Day 14
Puerto Maldonado & Tambopata National Reserve
In between soaking up the views of the river and rainforest from your luxurious wooden cabana, spend the day taking excursions to the lush Inkaterra Ecological Reserve. (B,L,D)
Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica or similar
Day 15
Butterfly Farm in Tambopata & Lima
After breakfast, visit the peaceful Mariposario Tambopata Butterfly Farm in Puerto Maldonado. See many of the 3,700 butterflies native to Peru before returning to Lima for an evening at your leisure. (B)
Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica or similar
Day 16
Depart for Home
Please note that this is a proposed itinerary; the actual itinerary may vary due to season, special events, or weather. Hotels may differ depending on date. Because our tour arrangements are often made a year or more in advance, YMT Vacations reserves the right to alter the itinerary. Itinerary changes are made to improve your vacation experience, as well as respond to any unforeseen circumstances that mandate alterations. By their nature, all tour vacations involve a certain level of physical activity. While YMT tours have been designed with our guests in mind and are not physically demanding, this tour does include walking and periods of standing during the sightseeing visits. You will also encounter steps and some uneven ground along the way, particularly at older, historical sights. Please ask your Travel Consultant for more information.
YMT Vacations itineraries may contain suggestions for activities for your leisure time; these suggestions do not constitute a recommendation nor an endorsement of any specific service provider and the decision to participate in any such activities should be made independently.