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Peru Round Trip: Inca and Machu Picchu

Peru, the "Kingdom of the Sun", a country with a rich culture and fascinating landscape. On our tour, we will visit the impressive Inca ruins of Cusco and the "lost city" Machu Picchu. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Andes and visit the traditional markets in Yucay.

How long? 13 Days
When? Autumn
Price € 3,049 / Person

The Journey

Peru - the "Kingdom of the Sun," a country full of ancient cultures, in which the traditional ways of life of the Indians are still alive, offers the perfect mix for adventure travel and active vacations for adults. With its impressive diversity of landscapes, Peru is an ideal destination for hiking and cultural trips, captivating both nature lovers and history enthusiasts. In addition to the vast Inca ruins at Cusco and the "lost city" Machu Picchu, Peru is home to the mystical geoglyphs of Nazca, the Chulpa burial structures of the Colla at Lake Titicaca, and a witness to the dramatic Spanish conquest. During your journey, you will discover the breathtaking landscapes and experience the modern, often chaotic reality of Peru up close. These group tours through Peru take you through exciting cities and unforgettable nature. The round trip begins in Lima, leads to Cusco and Yucay, where a day trip to Machu Picchu awaits you. The journey continues to Puno, where you can look forward to an impressive boat ride. You will then visit the Colca Canyon and enjoy some unforgettable days in Arequipa before flying back to Lima. South America offers few experiences as diverse!
Wide view of Machu Picchu's stone terraces beneath Huayna Picchu peak Vendors sell woven textiles at a mountain market beside a stopped train Stone chullpa burial towers at Sillustani overlooking a lake, with tourists nearby Red tiled rooftops of Cusco spread across a valley beneath the Andes Aerial view of Lima coastline with cliffside park and Pacific Ocean waves Peru Round Trip: Inca and Machu Picchu
Key Highlights of the Trip

Key Highlights of the Trip

01 Visit to the Historical Inca Ruins
01
Visit to the Historical Inca Ruins
Discover the impressive Inca ruins and Machu Picchu, former secrets of the Incas.
02 Breathtaking Landscapes of the Andes
02
Breathtaking Landscapes of the Andes
Enjoy the picturesque views and experiences in the stunning Andean landscape.
03 Market Visit in Yucay
03
Market Visit in Yucay
Experience authentic encounters at the traditional market of Yucay.
04 Boat Trip on Lake Titicaca
04
Boat Trip on Lake Titicaca
Explore the Uros Islands and Taquile; enjoy the cultural traditions of the locals.
05 Adventure in Colca Canyon
05
Adventure in Colca Canyon
Embark on an exciting journey through Colca Canyon, where you can see the majestic Andean condors. Enjoy the spectacular views from Cruz del Condor and learn more about the local culture in the picturesque villages along the route, reflecting the authentic flair of the region. An unforgettable experience awaits you to discover the deepest canyon in the world.
Adventure Tours
Days 1-13
Stone chullpa burial towers at Sillustani overlooking a lake, with tourists nearby
Arrival in Lima

Arrival in Lima

Included meals: none. Transfer: Lima airport - hotel. The Peruvian capital Lima was founded in 1535 by Spanish conquistador Francisco Pizarro. Here, decaying colonial splendor meets the vibrant energy of an oriental bazaar. The city offers melancholic cloudy winters and pleasantly warm summers. Besides extensive slums, you can find venerable buildings in quiet, noble corners, where the evening air smells of jasmine. After your arrival in Lima, you will be transferred from the airport to your hotel. Overnight at Hilton Garden Inn Lima Miraflores 4* or similar (standard room). Comfort class: Overnight at Casa Andina Premium Miraflores 4* (superior room).
Wide view of Machu Picchu's stone terraces beneath Huayna Picchu peak
City tour through Lima

City tour through Lima

Included meals: breakfast. Activity: Half-day city tour including San Francisco Monastery and Larco Museum (approx. 5 hours). After your arrival in Lima, a city tour of the capital begins. First, you will explore the colonial city center with the Plaza de Armas, where impressive buildings such as the Government Palace, City Hall, the Archbishops Palace, and the Cathedral can be found. Then, you will visit the San Francisco Monastery, which houses the largest collection of religious artworks in America. A special highlight is the catacombs of the monastery. Next, the tour continues to Plaza San Martín, which has been lovingly restored time and again after earthquakes. After that, the tour leads through the modern districts of San Isidro and Miraflores to the Pacific coast, where you can enjoy a splendid view of the sea. To conclude, the Larco Museum is on the program. It houses the world's largest private collection of pre-Columbian art from northern Peru. Founded in 1926 by Rafael Larco Herrera, the museum showcases over 45,000 impressive exhibits in a colonial building in Pueblo Libre, including ceramics, gold and silver pieces, textiles from the Chancay culture, and a unique collection of erotic pottery from the Moche period.
Red tiled rooftops of Cusco spread across a valley beneath the Andes
Lima-Cusco-Yukay

Lima-Cusco-Yukay

Included meals: breakfast. Transfers: Hotel - Lima airport; Cusco airport - hotel in the Urubamba Valley (including a visit to Manos de la Comunidad). Note: The flight from Lima to Cusco is not included. The day begins with a transfer to the airport in Lima and your onward flight to Cusco. Upon arrival in Cusco, you will be taken to your hotel in the Urubamba Valley. On the way, you will visit Manos de la Comunidad, about 40 minutes from Cusco. This project supports the surrounding communities and gives you exciting insights into the entire wool processing process. Furthermore, it is one of the few places in Peru where you can see the four camelids of South America - Guanaco, Llama, Vicuña, and Alpaca - side by side. After the visit, you will continue to your hotel in the Sacred Valley.
Vendors sell woven textiles at a mountain market beside a stopped train
Yucay: Market visit, Inca ruins and free afternoon

Yucay: Market visit, Inca ruins and free afternoon

Included meals: breakfast, lunch. Activities: Visit to the Urubamba market and half-day excursion to the ruins of Ollantaytambo (approx. 4 hours). In the morning, you will visit the Mercado de Urubamba, an authentic market where the rural population sells agricultural products and animals or exchanges them in traditional barter. Additionally, the market also serves as a social meeting point for exchanging news. Following this, you will explore the impressive ruins of Ollantaytambo, one of the most important cities from the Inca period. The massive fortress was the site of one of the few battles lost by the Spaniards during the conquest of Peru. The village of Ollantaytambo below was built on the foundations of Inca buildings and is a prime example of Inca town planning. Particularly impressive is the temple complex that sits on the terraces. On your way to Ollantaytambo, you will enjoy lunch in a typical restaurant. In the afternoon, you can use your time freely or join a short hike: Optional hike to the terraces of Yucay (approx. 1 hour).
Inca stone terraces and walls climb a hillside, with a doorway in the foreground wall
Full-day trip to Machu Picchu

Full-day trip to Machu Picchu

Included meals: breakfast. Activity: Full-day trip to Machu Picchu (approx. 8 hours). In the morning, you will head to the train station in Ollantaytambo, where the train ride on the Vistadome train begins. After arriving in Aguas Calientes, the train station at the foot of Machu Picchu, you will take shuttle buses up the winding road to the famous ruin city. Machu Picchu, discovered in 1911 by Hiram Bingham, is often seen as a secret refuge known only to a few chosen ones and hidden from the Spaniards. Recent findings, however, suggest that the site may have been used as a research center, training ground, or observatory. A guided tour of about 2 hours takes you through the impressive ruin city, which fascinates with its architecture, history, and surrounding nature. After the exploration, you will take the shuttle bus back to Aguas Calientes and from there take the train back to Ollantaytambo. From there, you will be further taken to your hotel in Cusco.
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City tour through Cusco and free afternoon

City tour through Cusco and free afternoon

Included meals: breakfast. Activity: Half-day city tour in Cusco (approx. 3 hours). Afternoon: Free time or optional excursions. In the morning: City tour. In the morning, you will explore Cusco, the former capital of the Inca Empire. The tour begins at Plaza de Armas, the historical center, where the Cathedral and other impressive colonial buildings stand, built on the foundations of the old Inca structures. A highlight is the visit to Korikancha, the Inca Sun Temple. Afterward, you will drive out of the city to Sacsayhuaman, a fortress located about 3 km above Cusco. From there, there is a unique panoramic view of the city. Note: The historic center of Cusco is car-free; visits are made on foot. In the afternoon: Free time or optional excursions.
Stone chullpa burial towers at Sillustani overlooking a lake, with tourists nearby
Bus ride to Puno

Bus ride to Puno

Today features a full-day bus ride from Cusco to Puno. During the journey through the Peruvian highlands, you will travel along snow-capped mountain peaks up to over 4,300 m in altitude and then downhill to Puno, which is located directly on Lake Titicaca. Along the way, the town of Andahuaylillas as well as the ruins of Racchi and the small town of Pucara will be visited. Note: The bus ride takes place together with international travelers and includes a German- or English-speaking guide.
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Wide view of Machu Picchu's stone terraces beneath Huayna Picchu peak
Boat trip to the Uros Islands & Taquile Island

Boat trip to the Uros Islands & Taquile Island

Today, you will take a full-day boat trip! First, you will sail by boat to the Uros Islands. The Uros are the original inhabitants of Lake Titicaca. They live on about 40 floating islands made of reeds. The Indians have preserved their way of life and traditions. On the islands, they sell their handicrafts. Then, the trip continues to Taquile Island, which is still in the Peruvian part of Lake Titicaca. The people here wear colorful, traditional clothing that they make themselves and sell in cooperative stores on the island. There are no roads or electricity on the island.
Red tiled rooftops of Cusco spread across a valley beneath the Andes
Colca Canyon and Aguada Blanca National Park

Colca Canyon and Aguada Blanca National Park

Included meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Transfer Puno - Colca Canyon 5h with stops along the way! After breakfast, you will be picked up at your hotel and make about a five-hour trip to Colca Canyon. The canyon is over 100 km long and measures 3,400 m at its deepest point. Along the way, you will stop at the Aguada Blanca National Park, where vicuñas and alpacas become great photo opportunities. You will reach the highest point of the trip, the viewpoint of the volcanoes at 4,910 m. From here, there is a breathtaking view of the snow-capped peaks of Misti, Ampato, and Sabancaya.
Vendors sell woven textiles at a mountain market beside a stopped train
Colca Canyon and drive to Arequipa

Colca Canyon and drive to Arequipa

Included meals: breakfast, lunch. Activities: Visit to Cruz del Condor, visits in Maca and Yanque. Transfer: Colca Canyon → Arequipa (approx. 5 hours). Morning: Visit to Cruz del Condor and villages. After an early breakfast, you will drive to Cruz del Condor, the famous viewpoint in Colca Canyon. Here, with a little luck, you will have the chance to observe the impressive Andean condors soaring majestically through the air.
Inca stone terraces and walls climb a hillside, with a doorway in the foreground wall
City tour through Arequipa and free afternoon

City tour through Arequipa and free afternoon

Included meals: breakfast. Activities: Half-day city tour in Arequipa including Santa Catalina Monastery (approx. 3 hours). Your tour begins with a visit to the historic district of San Lázaro, known for its narrow streets and charming, traditional houses. Following this, you will continue to the main square (Plaza de Armas) ...
Aerial view of Lima coastline with cliffside park and Pacific Ocean waves
Arequipa: Excursion to the Street of Picanterías

Arequipa: Excursion to the Street of Picanterías

Included meals: breakfast, lunch. Activity: Excursion “The Street of Picanterías” (approx. 3 hours 30 minutes). Your day begins with a special culinary experience that focuses on the gastronomic traditions of Arequipa. You will visit several traditional Picanterías, known for their authentic preparation of regional dishes ...
Stone chullpa burial towers at Sillustani overlooking a lake, with tourists nearby
Departure

Departure

Included meals: breakfast. Transfer hotel - airport. Flight Arequipa - Lima (not included). Transfer to the airport for your flight to Lima and then return flight to Europe.

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Andreas S.

The Peru round trip through the Kingdom of the Sun offers impressive experiences in the region. Especially the technical preparation and the support during the...

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Die Peru Rundreise durch das Königreich der Sonne bietet beeindruckende Erlebnisse in der Region. Besonders die technische Vorbereitung und der Support während des Bootsausflugs zu den Uros Inseln waren durchdacht. Ich schätzte die klaren Anweisungen der deutschsprachigen Reiseleitung, insbesondere bei der täglichen Planung und den Übertragungen zu den Aktivitäten im Colca Canyon. Die Gruppe bestand aus maximal 14 Personen, was eine persönliche Atmosphäre schuf. Insgesamt habe ich nach der Tour ein besseres Verständnis für die Herausforderungen bei solchen Reisen entwickelt.

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Michael B.

The tour took me through Peru, a country with rich culture and impressive landscapes. What stood out in particular was the group dynamics during visits to the I...

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Die Tour führte mich durch Peru, ein Land mit reicher Kultur und beeindruckenden Landschaften. Besonders auffällig war die Gruppendynamik während der Besuche der Inkaruinen in Cusco und dem Markt in Yucay. Die max. Gruppengröße von 14 Personen ermöglichte einen harmonischen Austausch, während der Fortschritt und das Tempo durch die gut strukturierten Tagesabläufe während der Bootsausflüge zu den Uros-Inseln auf dem Titicakasee und den Abenteuern im Colca Canyon stets unter Kontrolle waren. Ich habe die Bedeutung der Teamarbeit und des gemeinsamen Erlebens intensiver wahrgenommen.

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Oliver B.

The itinerary planning for the Peru round trip took us through impressive Andean landscapes and historical sites, such as Cusco and Machu Picchu. The route was...

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Die Routenplanung der Peru Rundreise führte uns durch eindrucksvolle Andenlandschaften und historische Stätten, wie Cusco und Machu Picchu. Die Streckenführung war klar strukturiert, insbesondere die Bootsausflüge zu den Uros Inseln.

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Per person (in a double room, mid-range hotel) € 3,049
Per person (in double room, comfort class hotel) € 3,519

Additional Options

Single room (mid-range hotel) / Person € 699
Single room (Comfort class hotel) / Person € 1,149

Trip includes

  • 12 overnight stays including breakfast
  • All transfers included
  • Excursions & meals as described
  • Local and Multilingual tour guide (except day 6: transfer Cusco - Puno with Multilingual guide)
  • Entrance and luggage fees, tax and service charge at the hotels
  • Travel insurance certificate (insolvency protection according to BGB §651r) is mandatory for all OVERCROSS trips.

FAQS

  • What physical preparation is recommended?
    Good fitness is recommended, as some hikes and excursions lead to mountainous regions.
  • How long does the tour last?
    The round trip lasts about 12 days and takes you through various regions of Peru.
  • What is special about this tour?
    The tour offers a unique combination of historical discoveries such as Machu Picchu and the Nazca lines, as well as unforgettable nature experiences in the Andes!!
  • Are there any special requirements for participants?
    Just relax ;) this tour is suitable for people who are interested in culture and nature and have moderate fitness!
OVERCROSS note on itinerary
The above travel description is a non-binding online proposal and does not represent a binding travel itinerary. We expressly reserve the right to make changes to the route, schedule, and accommodations (§ 651d BGB in conjunction with Art. 250 EGBGB). The terms and conditions of OVERCROSS apply.
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