7-day Essential Peru
7-day Essential Peru
$1661
7-day Essential Peru
7 Days Starting in Lima, Peru and ending in Cusco, Peru
Visiting: Lima, Arequipa, Cusco, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu
Tour operator:
Tour code:
1295
Specialist Group:
Singles Solo
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
0-99
Tour operated in:
English , SpanishTrip Styles:
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Activities:
Tour Overview
Embark on a captivating 7-day journey through Peru, exploring the vibrant cities of Lima, Arequipa, and Cusco. This tour offers a perfect blend of cultural immersion and historical discovery, guided by knowledgeable professionals. Begin your adventure in Lima, where you'll delve into the rich history at the Larco Museum and the UNESCO-listed historic center. Continue to Arequipa, the White City, renowned for its stunning colonial architecture and breathtaking views of surrounding volcanoes. In Cusco, explore the Sacred Valley, visiting the charming town of Pisac and the impressive fortress of Ollantaytambo. The highlight of your trip will be a full day at the awe-inspiring Machu Picchu, where you'll uncover the mysteries of this ancient wonder. Enjoy comfortable accommodations with breakfast, shared guided tours in Spanish and English, and a delightful lunch in the Sacred Valley. This tour promises an unforgettable experience of Peru's most iconic sites.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrival in Lima
Location: Lima
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Upon your arrival at Lima airport, we will transfer you to your hotel located in the heart of Lima city. You will have the rest of the day free. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 2 : Lima City Tour and Larco Museum
Location: Lima
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
In the morning, we will begin our Lima city tour at the magnificent Larco Museum, located in the traditional district of Pueblo Libre. Founded by Peruvian archaeologist Rafael Larco Hoyle in 1926, the museum is housed in an 18th-century mansion surrounded by extensive and beautiful gardens.
The Larco Museum is a marvel. It boasts a comprehensive collection of over 5,000 pre-Hispanic ceramic pieces, as well as gold and silver artifacts, and pre-Columbian erotic pottery. We will walk through its stunning galleries in chronological order, learning about the fascinating civilizations of ancient Peru.
Next, we will head to Lima`s historic center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1988. This area features beautiful squares, colonial mansions, and a rich history. We will visit the Aliaga House, a colonial mansion built in 1536, renowned for its exquisite spaces filled with invaluable art and history. Remarkably, descendants of Jerónimo de Aliaga, a Spanish conquistador and ally of Francisco Pizarro, still inhabit this architectural gem.
We will continue to the Plaza de Armas, the birthplace of Lima in 1535 and the site where Peru’s independence was declared in 1821. During the viceroyalty, it served as a marketplace and a place for public executions.
From the Plaza de Armas, we will admire historical buildings such as the Government Palace, the Archbishop`s Palace, the Municipal Palace, and other significant colonial structures. We will visit Lima`s Cathedral, a UNESCO Cultural Heritage Site, built during the Spanish conquest in the 16th century.
After the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel. Overnight stay.
Day 3 : Lima / Arequipa City Tour
Location: Arequipa
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
At the scheduled time, we will transfer you to Lima airport for your flight to Arequipa. Upon arrival, we will escort you to your hotel in the city center.
We will then begin the city tour with a visit to the Plaza de Armas, one of the most beautiful squares in the country, and the adjacent Arequipa Cathedral, built in the 17th century. We will explore the Cathedral and the Church of the Society of Jesus (1590), a classic example of local baroque architecture housing exceptional paintings and murals.
You will also visit the stunning Monastery of Santa Catalina, a genuine medieval cloister established in September 1579, still in use today. Spanning 20,000 square meters, this mysterious convent was built with sillar, the main material of local architecture.
The tour includes stops in the districts of Yanahuara and Carmen Alto, offering panoramic views of Arequipa`s countryside and the surrounding volcanoes: Misti, Chachani, and Pichu Pichu. You will have time for photos.
Finally, we will visit the main square of Cayma district and the Church of San Miguel Arcángel de Cayma. At the end of the tour, we will transfer you back to your hotel. Overnight stay.
Day 4 : Arequipa / Cusco
Location: Cusco
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
At the agreed time, we will take you to Arequipa airport for your flight to Cusco. Upon arrival, we will transfer you to your hotel. The rest of the day is free. Overnight stay.
Day 5 : PISAC AND OLLANTAYTAMBO WITH OVERNIGHT IN AGUAS CALIENTES
Location: Sacred Valley
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Today, we will tour the Sacred Valley of the Incas.
After traveling 30 km from Cusco, we will reach the small town of Pisac, a charming place with a fantastic traditional market and an archaeological site featuring stone temples and structures overlooking the valley and its terraces.
We will then continue to Urubamba, where we will enjoy a delicious buffet lunch at a traditional restaurant by the Urubamba River.
Next, we will visit the town of Ollantaytambo and its fortress, an impressive example of Inca architecture that served as a military, religious, and agricultural hub. It offers stunning valley views and features advanced irrigation systems.
We will end the day with a visit to Chinchero and its colorful market, offering a variety of Andean ceramics and textiles.
You will then board a train at Ollantaytambo station, heading towards Aguas Calientes. Upon arrival, our staff will assist you to your hotel. In the evening, we will have a briefing about the next day’s visit to Machu Picchu. Overnight stay.
Day 6 : FULL DAY AT MACHU PICCHU
Location: Machu Picchu
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
You will take a bus ascending 30 minutes along a road with spectacular views of the Urubamba River and its canyon. Machu Picchu, meaning “Old Mountain,” will greet you with its incredible terraces, stairways, ceremonial sites, and urban areas, radiating a unique energy.
During a 2.5-hour guided tour, you will learn all about this extraordinary site. Afterward, you will have free time to continue exploring or, if adventurous, hike Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain (optional).
Alternatively, you can return to Aguas Calientes for a delightful lunch (optional) at one of its excellent restaurants.
At the scheduled time, you will take the train back to Ollantaytambo, followed by a bus transfer to Cusco. Overnight stay.
Day 7 : DEPARTURE FROM CUSCO
Location: Cusco
Meals Included: Breakfast
At the agreed time, we will transfer you to Cusco airport for your onward flight.
What's Included
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Accommodation
06 nights accommodation with breakfast included.
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Transfers
Private arrival and departure transfers with only a Spanish-speaking driver.
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Excursions
Shared service excursions.
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Guided Tours
Shared guided tour in Spanish and English.
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Entrance Tickets
Entrance tickets to the places mentioned in the itinerary.
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Lunch
Lunch on the tour to the Sacred Valley of the Incas.
What's Not Included
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Flights
Local and international flights.
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Meals
Lunches and dinners not specified in the itinerary.
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Tips
Tips are not included.
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Entrance Tickets
Entrance ticket to the Huayna Picchu and/or Machu Picchu mountains.
Mode of Transport
Experience private arrival and departure transfers with a Spanish-speaking driver, along with shared service excursions and guided tours in both Spanish and English.
Accommodation
Enjoy 6 nights of comfortable accommodation with breakfast included, ensuring a restful stay as you explore the wonders of Peru.
Check out our Q&As
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What languages are the guided tours conducted in?
The guided tours are conducted in Spanish and English.
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Are airport transfers included in the tour package?
Yes, private arrival and departure transfers with a Spanish-speaking driver are included.
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Is accommodation included in the tour package?
Yes, 6 nights of accommodation with breakfast included are part of the tour package.
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Are entrance tickets to attractions included in the tour?
Yes, entrance tickets to the places mentioned in the itinerary are included.
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Is lunch provided during the tour?
Lunch is provided on the tour to the Sacred Valley of the Incas.
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Are flights included in the tour package?
No, local and international flights are not included in the tour package.
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Can I visit Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain during the tour?
Visiting Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain is optional and requires an additional entrance ticket, which is not included.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
Please let us know as soon as you are aware you need to make changes and we can check on what is possible for you.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for our latest COVID-19 poilcies.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
We provide services to customers from multiple countries around the world.
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Tangol Tours allows you to make 1 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 10 days before the start of the tour.
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Low Deposit
Tangol Tours requires a minimum deposit of 50% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 30 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of tangol tours charges.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 20% of booking price.
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At 20 days before tour starts: Forfeit 60% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.
At 8 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.