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Inca Explorer
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Duration
15 days
Countries
Peru
Activity
moderate
Group size
Max 16
The adventure
Spot wildlife, explore Incan culture and marvel at the mystery of the Nazca Lines - this tour of Peru’s highlights is perfect for those wishing to explore its cultural and historical treasures. Meet the vibrant local people of Lake Titicaca and delight in views of the Sacred Valley in comfort as you travel by rail to Machu Picchu. Taking the train will allow you lots of time to explore ruins, museums and markets. With years of experience, we directly employ the best local guides so that you’re free to enjoy the beauty of the region and its people.
Arrive at any time. Arrival transfer included.
Travel to Paracas National Park. Relax in this sleepy seaside town and sample Peru's national drink, the Pisco Sour.
Visit the Ballestas Islands by boat to view sea lion colonies, penguins, and other bird life. Continue south in the afternoon to Nazca with a stop at the Huacachina sand dunes and oasis.
Tour a pre-Inca cemetery in the Nazca desert to view 1,500-year-old mummies, bones, and pottery on the desert floor. Also visit a local pottery studio for a demonstration. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Pachamanca-style dinner. Option to take a flight over the mysterious Nazca Lines.
Full day of driving down the coast to the colonial city of Arequipa.
Enjoy a city tour, including a visit to the historic convent of Santa Catalina. Enjoy free time to explore the city and surroundings.
Fly to Cusco and explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Full-day guided tour of the Sacred Valley with guided hikes at ruins and a visit to a G Adventures-supported women's weaving project in a local community. Enjoy lunch at the G Adventures-supported Sacred Valley Community Restaurant in Huchuy Qosco, an indigenous village.
Travel by train and enjoy stunning scenery following the Urubamba Valley to Aguas Calientes. Option to visit the local hot springs and market.
Guided tour of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Machu Picchu and optional visit to the Inca Bridge before returning to Cusco by train.
Enjoy the day at leisure with option to visit the many museums and ruins in and around Cusco. More active options include cycling, rafting, or rock climbing.
Take in scenic views while travelling through the high Altiplano region to Puno.
Enjoy a guided boat tour of Lake Titicaca visiting the floating Islands of Uros and Taquile. Option to visit the Sillustani burial site.
Fly to Lima for the final night. Option to visit museums or enjoy free time to explore.
Depart at any time.
At a glance
Duration
15 days
Route
Lima → Lima
Countries
Peru
Activity level
moderate
Style
Beach & Islands, Culture & History, Cycling, National Parks & Wilderness, Rail Journeys, Trekking & Hiking, Wildlife & Safari
Group size
Max 16
Ages
12+
Flights
Not included
Solo travellers
Welcome
Where you'll go
Day by day
Your journey through
Peru
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15-day itinerary
Day 1Arrival dayArrivalArrive in Lima at any time. On arrival you will be picked up and transferred to your hotel.
Arrive in Lima at any time. On arrival you will be picked up and transferred to your hotel.
Day 2Travel to Paracas National ParkEnjoy a drive down the coastal desert to Paracas, a sleepy fishing village that serves as the starting point for all tours to the Ballestas Islands. There is little to do in town, but for those that love seafood and are looking to try Peru's national drink, the Pisco Sour, it's heaven.
Enjoy a drive down the coastal desert to Paracas, a sleepy fishing village that serves as the starting point for all tours to the Ballestas Islands. There is little to do in town, but for those that love seafood and are looking to try Peru's national drink, the Pisco Sour, it's heaven.
Day 3Visit the Ballestas Islands by boat to view…GalapagosThe Ballestas Islands are often referred to as "the poor man's Galapagos." Home to hundreds of sea lions and many species of marine birds, including the Humboldt penguin, incredible wildlife spotting is pretty much guaranteed. Continue south by land to Nazca with a stop to see the Huacachina sand dunes along the way.
GalapagosThe Ballestas Islands are often referred to as "the poor man's Galapagos." Home to hundreds of sea lions and many species of marine birds, including the Humboldt penguin, incredible wildlife spotting is pretty much guaranteed. Continue south by land to Nazca with a stop to see the Huacachina sand dunes along the way.
Day 4Tour a pre-Inca cemetery in the Nazca desert…
Tour a pre-Inca cemetery in the Nazca desert to view 1,500-year-old mummies, bones, and pottery on the desert floor. Also visit a local pottery studio for a demonstration. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Pachamanca-style dinner. Option to take a flight over the mysterious Nazca Lines.
Day 5Full day of driving down the coast to the colonial city of ArequipaEmbark on a very long driving day, which will include rest stops and included lunch at Oasis Camana.
Embark on a very long driving day, which will include rest stops and included lunch at Oasis Camana.
Day 6Enjoy a city tourLimaPeru’s second most important city after Lima, Arequipa maintains a traditional colonial style and more laid back pace in comparison with the capital. Spectacular mountains surround Arequipa, the most famous of which is El Misti Volcano. Standing at 5822 m (19096 ft), it has a beautiful snow-capped peak.
LimaPeru’s second most important city after Lima, Arequipa maintains a traditional colonial style and more laid back pace in comparison with the capital. Spectacular mountains surround Arequipa, the most famous of which is El Misti Volcano. Standing at 5822 m (19096 ft), it has a beautiful snow-capped peak.
Day 7Fly to Cusco and explore this UNESCO World Heritage SiteLimaEvery year Cusco attracts thousands of travellers who come to delve into its noble but tragic past. It is the perfect base for optional explorations around the city and area as well as a range of outdoor activities. Relax and explore this fascinating city, and take time to acclimatize to the high altitude.
LimaEvery year Cusco attracts thousands of travellers who come to delve into its noble but tragic past. It is the perfect base for optional explorations around the city and area as well as a range of outdoor activities. Relax and explore this fascinating city, and take time to acclimatize to the high altitude.
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Traveller reviews
“The "Inca Explorer" holiday in Peru is truly a magical tour! You start in the city of Lima being bedazzled by gold: golden statues, cathedrals, museums, and then drive to the endless golden sands of the Pacific coast. The trip by boat out to the Ballestras Islands to see sea…”
“I recently returned from your Peru "Inca Explorer" trip. What a wonderful experience! The whole trip was so well organized, the hotels better than expected, the local guides extremely knowledgeable. Last not least our tour co-ordinator, Mark Myburgh, who was excellent and went…”
“we just love it.Everything was as expected and was deliver to us.”
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