Travel to Peru in style, from the hot coastal plains to the high cities of Cusco and ancient Machu Picchu. Uncover charming colonial towns, stunning Andean landscapes, Inca ruins, colourful markets and a fascinating local culture. Tour through Lima, Pisco, Cusco, the Sacred Valley, Ollantaytambo, Aguas Calientes and Machu Picchu. This majestic adventure will take you into the true heart of Peru, unveiling a fascinating culture that is sure to astound.

Majestic Peru – 15 Days

Why you’ll love this trip

The giant desert inscriptions of the Nazca Lines are one of Peru’s great unsolved mysteries. Scrutinise them up close on a viewing platform or from a bird’s-eye-view on an optional flight

Cusco is a great city to explore on foot. Enter a bygone era as you explore the ancient Incan ruins dotted all over the city

A trip through Peru wouldn’t be complete without a visit to the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu. Enjoy a guided tour around the ruins as well as plenty of free time to discover it on your own

Spend a full day exploring the floating islands of Lake Titicaca and Taquile Island, with the chance to meet the local Uru people

Inclusions

Meals – 13 breakfasts, 1 lunch

Transport – Plane, Private minibus, Private vehicle, Train

Accommodation – Hotel (14 nights)

Included activities

Complimentary Airport Arrival Transfer

Lima – Guided tour, including San Francisco Monastery, the Catacombs and Central Market

Ballestas Island – Guided tour

Arequipa – Walking tour

Arequipa – San Ignacio Chapel

Arequipa – Santa Catalina Monastery

Arequipa – Basilica Cathedral of Arequipa

Puno – Sillustani archaeological site

Cusco – Chocolate Museum Visit & Hot Chocolate

Sacred Valley – Community visit & lunch

Machu Picchu – Entrance and guided tour

Prices from £2520pp

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Inca trail Express – 7 Days

With its spectacular natural scenery and profound cultural encounters, the Inca Trail is an international beacon for trekking. Attracting thousands of hikers each year, it’s a challenging yet rewarding hike that stays with you for a lifetime. Although rated moderate, the relentless uphill (and downhill) hiking is tough. Rule of thumb: the fitter you are, the more you’ll enjoy it.

Inca Trail Express – Travel to Peru and discover ancient civilisations on the Inca Trail

Travel to Peru to retrace the steps of the Inca, Peru’s fascinating ancient civilisation. Travel from Cusco, through the fertile heartland of the Sacred Valley and to the magnificent Ollantaytambo ruins before the ultimate destination – reaching Machu Picchu. This action-filled express Peruvian tour gets you closer to the secrets of this elusive civilisation on a breathtaking adventure along the Inca Trail.

Why you’ll love this trip

This trip gives both trekkers and non-trekkers the chance to visit Machu Picchu with Inca Trail, Quarry Trail and train options.

Travel through the Sacred Valley – known for its steep and soaring scenery, its mystical significance for the Inca and the indigenous cultures that still reside here.

Explore the greatest icon of ancient South America, Machu Picchu on a guided tour.

Explore Cusco, South America’s oldest continuously inhabited city. The city has ancient foundations, an interesting blend of Incan and colonial influences, and seemingly endless things to do and see.

Inclusions

Meals – 6 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners

Transport – Private vehicle, Taxi, Train

Accommodation – 

Route 1: Camping with basic facilities (3 nights), Hotel (3 nights). Route 2: Camping with basic facilities (2 nights), Hotel (4 nights). Route 3: Hotel (6 nights)

Included activities

Cusco – Leader-led orientation walk

Cusco – Chocolate Museum Visit & Hot Chocolate

Sacred Valley – Community visit & lunch

Cusco – 3 Night/4 Day Inca Trail (or 2 Night/3 Day Inca Quarry Trail)

Machu Picchu – Guided tour

Prices from £885pp

Both tours are land based. Flights not included but can be added at time of booking.

Contact us directly on Tel. 28 66322 116 or email res@carefreetravel.co.uk