Peruvian Highlights via Luxury Train and Plane

Highlights of the Peru Highlights tour:

Itinerary Overview:

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Day 1 | Lima

Begin your Peruvian adventure in the “SoHo of Lima”, trendy Barranco! Peek into art galleries hidden away inside the faded grandeur of colonial mansions, and hunt for unique treasures in smart vintage boutiques.

Day 2 | Lima to Cusco

Spend the morning wandering Barranco before your flight to Cusco. Once the heart of the Incan Empire, Cusco is a fascinating mix of colonial charm and ancient mystery. Explore the city with your expert guide, before heading up to the nearby archaeological sites of Sacsayhuaman and Tambomachay.

Day 3 | Sacred Valley

Travel back in time with a fascinating daytrip to the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Visit the breathtaking mountain top ruins in Pisaq, enjoy a lunch of traditionally cultivated food in Urubamba, before exploring the ruined fortress of Ollantaytambo, one of the few places where the Incas managed to drive off the Spanish.

Day 4 | Machu Picchu

Depart Cusco for Machu Picchu aboard the luxurious Hiram Bingham train, and enjoy a three-course brunch accompanied by Peruvian wine. Arrive into Machu Picchu in the early afternoon when most of the groups have started to leave, and explore the breath taking citadel with your expert guide before returning to Cusco by train in the evening.

Day 5 | Cusco to the Amazon

Fly from Cusco to Puerto Maldonado, where you will board a boat and sail into the million hectare Tambopata National Reserve. Here, in one of the most biodiverse places on the planet, you can observe local wildlife from the idyllic setting of your private bungalow.

Day 6 | The Amazon

Spend the morning climbing a canopy observation tower to visit the diverse wildlife that inhabit the treetop level. Next, kayak along the Amazon river to look for creatures above and below the water, or spend the afternoon visiting a local farm. In the evening, you can embark on a night walk to discover frogs, insects, and other nocturnal creatures.

Day 7 | The Amazon to Cusco

Enjoy your last morning of waking up to the sounds of the rainforest, before travelling by boat back to Puerto Maldonado for your flight to Cusco.

Day 8 | Cusco to Puno

Leave Cusco for Puno aboard the Belmond Andean Explorer, South America’s first luxury sleeper. Travel along one of the highest train routes in the world, taking in breathtaking scenery and savoring carefully crafted Andean specialties in the utmost comfort.

Day 9 | Lake Titicaca to Arequipa

Catch the sunrise at Lake Titicaca before embarking on a boat trip to visit the traditional islands of Taquile and Uros. Admire the ancient techniques that the people of Uros use to craft their islands out of reeds, and browse for unique handcrafts on Taquile. In the evening, board your luxury train once more to continue your journey to the gorgeous city of Arequipa.

Day 10 | Arequipa

Spend the morning visiting the spellbinding, azure blue Lake Lagunillas, and the prehistoric paintings in Sumbay Caves. Enjoy a final lunch aboard the train as your travel to Arequipa, and spend your evening wandering the streets of Peru’s most beautiful city at your own pace.

Day 11 | Arequipa

With its charming colonial buildings and surrounded by volcanoes, Arequipa is undoubtedly a Peruvian highlight! Discover the UNESCO World Heritage city centre with a private walking tour.

Day 12 | Arequipa to Lima

Private transfer to Arequipa airport for your flight back to Lima. Return home full of amazing memories of your Peru highlights tour!