Peru in 10 Days: Lima, Huacachina, Machu Picchu and Lake Titicaca

Overview

1. Day 01

   Welcome to Lima

   Upon arrival in Lima, our team will welcome you and take you to your hotel so you can begin your Peru adventure in comfort. You will have time to relax and get ready for the incredible experiences ahead.

2. Day 02

   Discover Lima Through Its History and Cuisine

   Today, you will explore two of Lima’s greatest attractions: its rich history and world-renowned food scene. Visit some of the city’s most iconic landmarks and enjoy a culinary experience that introduces you to the flavours that make Peruvian cuisine so special.

3. Day 03

   Ballestas Islands and Huacachina Adventure

   Start the day with a boat tour to the Ballestas Islands, where you can see seabirds and sea lions in their natural habitat. Later, enjoy one of the most exciting experiences of the trip with a dune buggy ride and sandboarding in the Huacachina desert oasis.

4. Day 04

   Fly to Cusco and Acclimatise

   Travel to Cusco, the former capital of the Inca Empire and one of the most fascinating cities in Peru. After arrival, you will have time to rest, adjust to the altitude and begin exploring the charming streets of this historic Andean city.

5. Day 05

   Explore the Highlights of Cusco

   Discover the remarkable history of the Incas as you visit Qoricancha and the archaeological sites of Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Puka Pukara and Tambomachay. This guided Cusco tour combines impressive ruins, local culture and beautiful mountain scenery.

6. Day 06

   Sacred Valley Tour and Train to Aguas Calientes

   Travel through the Sacred Valley of the Incas, one of the most beautiful regions near Cusco. Visit Pisac and Ollantaytambo before boarding the scenic train to Aguas Calientes, surrounded by rivers, mountains and lush landscapes.

7. Day 07

   Machu Picchu Guided Tour

   Today, you will experience the highlight of your Peru trip: Machu Picchu. Explore its temples, terraces and ancient pathways with a professional guide who will bring the history of this extraordinary Inca citadel to life.

8. Day 08

   Route of the Sun from Cusco to Puno

   Travel from Cusco to Puno along the famous Route of the Sun. Along the way, visit historical and archaeological sites, admire the Andean landscapes and discover the cultural heritage of southern Peru before arriving at Lake Titicaca.

9. Day 09

   Uros and Taquile Islands on Lake Titicaca

   Cruise across Lake Titicaca and visit the floating Uros Islands before continuing to Taquile Island. Meet local communities, learn about their traditions and textile art, and enjoy some of the most beautiful views of the lake.

10. Day 10

    Farewell to Peru

    After ten unforgettable days filled with culture, adventure and breathtaking landscapes, our team will take you to Juliaca Airport. You will leave Peru with lasting memories of Lima, Huacachina, Cusco, Machu Picchu and Lake Titicaca.

Itinerary

• 1

  DAY 1Welcome to Lima – The City of Kings

  Your experience begins with a personalized reception at Jorge Chávez International Airport in Lima, where our specialized representative will welcome you and coordinate your executive transfer to your boutique hotel, strategically located in the exclusive district of Miraflores. This privileged location allows you immediate access to stunning views of the Pacific Ocean, internationally renowned gastronomy centers, and upscale shopping areas, while you enjoy an afternoon of acclimatization in a safe and sophisticated environment that sets the tone of excellence for your entire journey.

  ACCOMMODATION: Selected hotel in Lima

  Meals included: None

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  DAY 2Lima – City of Kings – City Tour + Gastronomic Tour

  The second day is dedicated entirely to an in-depth exploration of Lima, a metropolis that represents the perfect synthesis between Spanish colonial heritage and contemporary cosmopolitan modernity. Our tour includes exclusive access to the most emblematic sites of the historic center, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where you will visit the Plaza de Armas with its imposing viceregal buildings, the Basilica Cathedral housing the remains of the conquistador Francisco Pizarro, the Government Palace with its ceremonial changing of the guard, and the historic Convent of Santo Domingo, where the remains of important Peruvian saints rest.

  The experience is further enriched with a visit to the world-renowned Larco Museum, considered the most important private collection of pre-Columbian art in the Western Hemisphere, where our specialized guide will provide deep historical context about the civilizations that preceded the Inca Empire.

  The day concludes with a gastronomic experience in traditional markets, allowing you to appreciate the culinary diversity that has positioned Peruvian cuisine among the most highly regarded in the world.

  ACCOMMODATION: Selected hotel in Lima

  Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch

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  DAY 3Ballestas Islands + Huacachina Oasis – Full Day

  The natural adventure begins at 4:30 AM with a scenic overland journey to the Paracas National Reserve, where we will board a specialized boat to explore the famous Ballestas Islands, often referred to as the “Peruvian Galápagos” due to their extraordinary marine biodiversity. During this approximately two-hour navigation, you will have the opportunity to observe in their natural habitat species such as South American sea lions, Humboldt penguins, Peruvian pelicans, guanay cormorants, and blue-footed boobies, as well as admire the mysterious geoglyph known as El Candelabro, whose origin and purpose continue to be the subject of archaeological research.

  The experience continues with a visit to a traditional winery, where you will take part in a guided tasting of Peru’s renowned pisco and wines, products internationally recognized for their exceptional quality.

  The afternoon is dedicated to exploring the Huacachina Oasis, a unique geographical phenomenon where you will enjoy supervised adventure activities including rides in specialized off-road vehicles across the sand dunes and sandboarding, all culminating in the breathtaking sunset—one of the most spectacular in Peru.

  Finally, we return to Lima at 5:30 PM, with an estimated arrival time around 9:30 PM.

  ACCOMMODATION: Selected hotel in Lima

  Meals included: Lunch

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  DAY 4Lima – Cusco (Flight)

  Breakfast at the hotel

  Breakfast at the hotel in Lima is included before your transfer to Lima Airport. Domestic flight from Lima to Cusco with an approximate duration of one hour and twenty minutes, flying over the majestic Andes Mountain Range until arrival at Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport in the ancient capital of the Inca Empire.

  Reception at Cusco Airport and transfer to the hotel by a specialized representative of our travel agency. The acclimatization process is essential considering that Cusco is located at 3,350 meters above sea level, so we recommend a full day of rest to allow your body to gradually adapt to the Andean altitude.

  ACCOMMODATION: Selected hotel in Cusco

  Meals included: Breakfast

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  DAY 5City Tour & Archaeological Sites

  Breakfast at the hotel

  Pick-up from the hotel between 8:45 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. to begin the City Tour.

  The tour starts at Qorikancha, originally known as the Temple of the Sun, considered the most sacred sanctuary of the Inca Empire, where the walls were literally covered with sheets of pure gold. Later, it was converted into the Convent of Santo Domingo, creating a fascinating architectural superposition that symbolizes the encounter of two civilizations.

  We continue to Sacsayhuamán, a ceremonial fortress built with megalithic stone blocks weighing up to 350 tons, assembled with millimetric precision that challenges modern engineering understanding; Qenqo, a natural amphitheater carved into living rock where ritual ceremonies and sacrifices dedicated to Andean deities were performed; Puca Pucara, known as the “Red Fortress” due to the characteristic reddish tone its volcanic stones acquire at sunset; and Tambomachay, the “Inca Baths,” where you can observe the perfectly functioning Inca hydraulic system after more than 500 years, demonstrating the civilization’s advanced engineering knowledge and its reverence for water as a sacred element.

  Free afternoon.

  ACCOMMODATION: Selected hotel in Cusco

  Meals included: Breakfast

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  DAY 6Cusco – Sacred Valley of the Incas – Cusco

  Day 6: Cusco – Sacred Valley of the Incas – Cusco

  The sixth day represents a complete immersion into the **Sacred Valley of the Incas**, considered the geographical and spiritual heart of the Tahuantinsuyo, where its privileged climate, exceptional soil fertility, and strategic location made it the most valued region of the Inca Empire.

  Our journey begins at 7:45 a.m. with pick-up from the hotel, followed by a visit to the picturesque colonial town of **Pisac**, whose mestizo architecture reflects the cultural synthesis of the post-conquest period. This historically rich site preserves traditions that remain alive to this day, including a bilingual Spanish–Quechua mass held every Sunday, maintaining ancestral customs passed down through generations. The archaeological complex of Pisac features the most extensive and best-preserved Inca agricultural terraces in the Sacred Valley, showcasing the Incas’ advanced mastery of mountain agriculture and sustainable resource management in high-altitude ecosystems.

  After a buffet lunch prepared with organic ingredients grown in the valley itself, we continue to **Ollantaytambo**, often referred to as a living Inca city, as it has preserved its original urban layout almost intact. This archaeological complex functioned simultaneously as an administrative, religious, military, and agricultural center, representing one of the most complete examples of Inca urban planning still preserved today.

  At the end of this immersive cultural experience, we board the tourist train to **Aguas Calientes**, a scenic journey that positions us strategically for the highlight of the entire experience.

  ACCOMMODATION: Selected hotel in Aguas Calientes

  Meals included: Breakfast and Lunch

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  DAY 7Machu Picchu | The Lost City of the Incas

  Today you will experience the most anticipated moment of your adventure: a visit to one of the New Seven Wonders of the World and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

  Your day begins with a nourishing breakfast at the hotel, followed by an eco-bus ride along the famous zigzagging road to the entrance of the citadel. Each curve of the journey brings you closer to this archaeological treasure, guarded by sacred Andean mountains.

  Once in Machu Picchu, your guide will take you through the main sectors of this Inca masterpiece. You will walk through the Temple of the Sun, where golden light filters through perfectly carved stone windows. You will discover the Intihuatana, the mysterious sun clock that connected the Incas with celestial movements, and the Temple of the Three Windows, a symbol of the Andean worldview. In the Sacred Plaza, the ceremonial heart of the citadel, you will feel the echoes of ancient celebrations that once filled this space with spiritual life.

  After the guided tour, you will have free time to explore on your own and connect with the ancestral energy of the site. You can take photographs of the citadel with the imposing Huayna Picchu in the background and find your own space for contemplation in this historic sanctuary.

  Optional: For the more adventurous, there is the option to climb Machu Picchu Mountain or Huayna Picchu for an additional cost of USD $65.00 per ticket, subject to availability. From the top, you will enjoy spectacular panoramic views and a unique perspective of the lost city.

  At the end of this unique experience, you will begin your return to Cusco. The journey starts with a train ride from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo, once again enjoying the breathtaking Andean landscapes. From there, a comfortable transfer will take you back to Cusco.

  ACCOMMODATION: Selected hotel in Aguas Calientes

  Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch

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  DAY 8Sun Route (Cusco – Puno)

  Breakfast at the hotel

  The eighth day offers an exceptional scenic journey known as the Sun Route, connecting Cusco and Puno through high-Andean landscapes considered among the most spectacular in South America. This approximately eight-hour journey includes strategic stops at sites of historical and cultural importance, beginning with Andahuaylillas, where we visit the colonial church known as the “Sistine Chapel of the Americas” due to its remarkable Baroque murals that completely cover the interior.

  We continue to Raqchi, where the remains of the Temple of Wiracocha demonstrate Inca capacity for large-scale construction, with walls that originally reached up to fifteen meters in height. The highest point of the route is La Raya Pass, at 4,335 meters above sea level, where the Andean landscape reveals its full magnificence with panoramic views of snow-capped peaks, high-altitude lagoons, and geological formations shaped by the region’s volcanic history.

  The final cultural stop is in Pukara, where the lithic museum houses an important collection of pre-Inca sculptures, providing insight into the civilizations that preceded the Tahuantinsuyo in the highlands.

  Arrival in Puno coincides with sunset over Lake Titicaca, creating a natural transition to the cultural experience of the following day.

  ACCOMMODATION: Selected hotel in Puno

  Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch

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  DAY 9Uros Islands + Taquile – Full Day

  Breakfast at the hotel

  The ninth day is dedicated to exploring Lake Titicaca, the highest navigable lake in the world at 3,800 meters above sea level, shared between Peru and Bolivia and considered sacred by Andean cultures since pre-Columbian times. The morning navigation takes us first to the famous Uros Floating Islands, artificial islands made entirely of totora reeds, a local aquatic plant that serves both as construction material and a food source for this unique lake-dwelling culture. The experience includes practical demonstrations of reed construction techniques and traditional totora raft navigation, showcasing the technical adaptation of this society to the lake environment.

  We then continue to Taquile Island, declared a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage site due to its unique ancestral textile traditions, where men specialize in fine weaving while women are responsible for spinning, reversing traditional gender roles in textile production. The ceremonial walk along original Inca stone paths leads us to the main community, where we take part in an authentic cultural exchange including demonstrations of ancestral weaving techniques, traditional Andean music and dance, and a communal lunch prepared with local ingredients. This cultural immersion provides valuable insight into community-based social organization, traditional craftsmanship, and a living Andean worldview that preserves essential elements of ancestral spirituality.

  ACCOMMODATION: Selected hotel in Puno

  Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch

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  DAY 10Puno – Juliaca

  After the farewell breakfast, you will have free time to explore the Puno artisan market, where local craftsmen offer textiles, ceramics, and jewelry that represent traditional techniques passed down through generations.

  Our team will coordinate your transfer to Juliaca Airport according to your flight schedule, ensuring that all logistical aspects run smoothly and allowing your final memory of Peru to be marked by the warmth and professionalism that have characterized the entire experience.

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