Peru Highlights Tour Overview Travel around the best of Peru with our Andean Highlights Tour package. From the ancient ruins of Machu Picchu to the vibrant city of Arequipa, this tour will take you on a journey through Peru’s rich history and culture. Explore the Sacred Valley, visit the colonial city of Cusco, and witness […]
Peru Highlights Tour 10-Day: Travel plan between Arequipa, Lake Titicaca, and Machu Picchu: start your trips in the not-so-high elevations of the Andes near the Peruvian coast in the vicinity of Arequipa and then gradually ascend to the remote Andes, visiting exclusive tourist sites such as bird-watching the Condors through the Colca Canyon, and then continue to Lake Titicaca to navigate its blue waters and finally conquer Machu Picchu and the rainbow mountains.
Highlights of Peru: Explore the magnificent constructions of Machu Picchu to the impressive architectural structures of the White City of Arequipa, heading towards the imposing Colca Canyon until you reach the legendary ruins of Lake Titicaca; each combined itinerary contains the best and ranked tourist attractions in southern Peru. Visit the most outstanding destinations in Peru, and get ready to discover the best of the Arequipa, Puno, and Cusco regions in South America.
Venture on an unforgettable experience through Peru with our Highlights Tour. This carefully crafted itinerary will take you to some of the country’s most iconic destinations, including the ancient ruins of Machu Picchu, Colca Canyon, Arequipa, Lake Titicaca, and the mysterious Rainbow Mountain.
Travel around the best of Peru with our Andean Highlights Tour package. From the ancient ruins of Machu Picchu to the vibrant city of Arequipa, this tour will take you on a journey through Peru’s rich history and culture. Explore the Sacred Valley, visit the colonial city of Cusco, and witness the beauty of Lake Titicaca.
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Presentation of Highlights of the Peru Tour: Travel to Peru in the Andes: Arequipa, Colca Valley, Lake Titicaca, Rainbow Mountain, and Machu Picchu. Explore ancient ruins, vibrant cities, and breathtaking landscapes.
Organize your trip from Lima or another place in Peru to Arequipa during the morning! Our guide and vehicle driver are waiting for you at the airport. “Look for the Kondor Path Tours sign with your name inscribed.” Then, we have a transfer service to the hotel in the center of Arequipa.
At 1:30 p.m., we begin with a guided tour of the White City of Arequipa, which UNESCO has declared a “Cultural Heritage of Humanity.” Then, we will explore the city’s most attractive historical and architectural areas.
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1, Easy
A light walk
5 to 13 minutes
Arequipa: 2,333m (7,654 ft)
Arequipa: 2,333m (7,654 ft)
Yanahuara: 2,362m (7,749 ft)
At 08:30, we start the trip towards the Andes of Arequipa, towards the valley of Chivay; the journey takes approximately three and a half hours. Enjoy technical stops to enjoy the panoramic views and especially the fauna of the Andes, such as the Vicuñas “family of South American camelids” with incredible views of the Valley of the Volcanoes. In the afternoon, enjoy the thermal baths of La Calera near Chivay.
Optional visits to the folkloric towns of Pinchollo, Maca, and Yanque, with their incredible viewpoints and white ashlar chapel
1B.
2, Moderate
A light walk
5 to 10 minutes, mainly by car
Arequipa: 2,333m (7,654 ft)
Cruz Del Condor: 3,802m (11,646 ft)
Patabamba: 4,469m (14,662 ft)
Visitors start the trip to Puno at approximately 8:00 a.m. At 13:30, they explore the ruins of Chullpas de Sillustani before entering Puno to spend the night near Lake Titicaca, “the highest navigable and inhabited lake in the world.” Arrival to Puno is approximately at 16:00 hours
1B.
1, Easy
A light walk
15 to 25 minutes
Chivay: 3,663m (12,017 ft)
Puno City: 3,827m (12,555 ft)
Patabamba: 4,469m (14,662 ft)
At 7:40 a.m., pick-up service from the hotel in Puno will go to the port of Lake Titicaca to start the excursion to the islands of Uros and Taquile. The tour is done by speedboat to have more time in our visits, enjoying the trip around Lake Titicaca to the fullest.
It is a magnificent trip to take pictures of the entire population or islands of the Uros. Visitors can ride inside the boat, on the back, or on the roof for one of the best full-perspective photos. They can also enjoy walking on one of the floating islands and visiting the native families of Lake Titicaca.
When we arrive at the port of Taquile, we have to climb a slope that we recommend strolling up until we reach the Taquile square. Once in Taquile, we take a guided tour through the traditions and culture of the islanders, with unique panoramic views of Lake Titicaca. We arrive back in Puno between 03:30 and 04:30 p.m.
1B, 1L.
2, Moderate
A light walks
10 to 25 minutes
Puno City: 3,827m (12,555 ft)
Uros Island: 3,827m (12,555 ft)
Taquile: 3,827m (12,555 ft)
At 05:00, we start the trip northwest of Puno toward the rainbow mountains of Vinicunca, “approximately 4 hours and 50 minutes of travel.”
Once we get to the Rainbow Mountain parking lot, the saddle horses wait for us to ride them for 50 minutes near the colorful peak! It’s an 18-minute walk to the Rainbow Mountain Passes to enjoy the views and the Rainbow Mountain range.
To fully experience the Andes of Cusco, the return by foot takes about 35–45 minutes until you reach the vehicle! The vehicular trip continues to Cusco, which lasts about three more hours.
1L.
5, Challenging
A light walk, mainly by horse
A short hike (35 min), mainly by horse (100 min)
Llactoq: 4,900m (16,076 ft)
Llactoq: 4,900m (16,076 ft)
Rainbow Pass: 5,100m (16,732 ft)
For many travelers, the center of Cusco, especially the main square, is one of the most charming in all of Peru, so it is worth giving yourself a day of free time to explore the center of Cusco at your leisure or do other activities. Cusco is the tourist metropolis of all of Peru.
1B.
1, Easy
None, optional
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Cusco: 3,350m (10,990 ft)
Cusco: 3,350m (10,990 ft)
At 09:00, we start a trip to explore part of the Sacred Valley and the Inca ruins northwest of Cusco, known as the Four Ruins. Visit the ruins of Pisac, such as the Cuyo Chico and Taray viewpoints, with views of the Inca terraces and the Inca Valley.
Returning to Cusco, visit the incredible Inca fountains of Tambomachay with their peculiar and unique architecture, then explore the Inca control of Puca Pucara and the Qenqo labyrinth. The exploration ends with the colossal temple of Sacsayhuaman, where the stones are immense! For many researchers, Sacsayhuaman is the ultimate architectural expression of the Inca empire.
Breakfast
2, Moderate
A light walks
10 to 35 minutes
Cusco: 3,350m (10,990 ft)
Sacsayhuaman: 3,500m (11,482 ft)
Tambomachay: 3,765m (12,352 ft)
At 7:30, we start the trip to Machu Picchu Pueblo! Firstly, by car, and then by train.
During the trip, visit charming places such as the textile center of Chinchero, the incredible ruins of Chinchero, and the salt mines of Maras, with their white views intermingling with the valleys. A guided visit to the magnificent circular terraces of Moray and the ruins of Ollantaytambo with its imposing temple of the sun
In the afternoon, travel by train for approximately one hour and 40 minutes until we reach Machu Picchu Pueblo, better known as Aguas Calientes, to spend not far from the ruins of Machu Picchu. “at the foot of the mountain.”
Box Lunch
1, Easy
A light walks
10 to 35 minutes
Chinchero Ruins: 3,800m (12,467 ft)
Machu Picchu Pueblo: 2,065m (6,774 ft)
Chinchero Ruins: 3,800m (12,467 ft)
In the morning, enjoy a 2-hour guided tour inside the Machu Picchu citadel through Circuit 1 or 2, which are the best for panoramic views from the Machu Picchu viewpoint!
The guided tour consists of visiting the fantastic sites of the Inca citadel, such as the house of the Inca guardian, the agricultural area, the residential area, the temple of the sun, the quarries, the sundial, the residence of the chosen ones of the sun, and the Inca sources. The tour takes you walking to enjoy every corner of Machu Picchu and get some of the best photographic perspectives of Machu Picchu.
After noon, we return to Cusco by train to Ollantaytambo. In Ollantaytambo, we board the private tourist vehicle to travel to Cusco. “The whole trip takes about 3 hours and 20 minutes.”
1B
1, Easy
A light walk
2-hour guided tour
Machu Picchu Pueblo: 2,065m (6,774 ft)
Machu Picchu Ruins: 2,400m (7,874 ft)
Cusco: 3,350m (10,990 ft)
When travelers indicate their air flight from Cusco to Lima, we have a transfer service from the hotel to the Cusco airport.
Thank you very much for your trips with Kondor Path Tours in Peru.
1B.
1, Easy
None
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Cusco: 3,350m (10,990 ft)
Lima: 79m (259 ft)
We recommend using a duffel bag or backpack, whichever you find easiest. A good-sized daypack is also essential.
Cold Weather: Cusco Andes Mountains
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Machu Picchu Tickets are valid for a single entry, and re-entry is impossible! To re-enter, you have to buy a new entrance ticket in advance.
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The trip from Lima or another place in Peru to Arequipa by plane takes place in the morning, and the flight duration depends on the departure location. Please check with your airline for specific flight schedules and durations.
The Arequipa City Tour is an afternoon guided tour exploring Arequipa’s historical and architectural areas. The excursion includes visits to viewpoints such as Carmen Alto and Yanahuara, the main square with a view of the cathedral, the portals and church of the Company of Jesus, and the Santa Catalina Monastery.
The trip from Arequipa to the Chivay Valley takes approximately three and a half hours. There are technical stops along the way to enjoy panoramic views and observe the fauna of the Andes, such as the Vicuñas. The trip offers incredible views of the Valley of the Volcanoes.
The Colca Canyon trip includes visiting the Cruz del Condor viewpoint, where you can observe the Andean condor between 8 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. Optional visits to the folkloric towns of Pinchollo, Maca, and Yanque are also included, offering incredible viewpoints and white ashlar chapels. The trip then continues to Puno with a visit to the ruins of Chullpas de Sillustani.
The Uros and Taquile Island tour starts with a visit to the Uros Floating Islands, where you can take pictures and walk on one of the floating islands. You’ll have the opportunity to visit the native families of Lake Titicaca and learn about their traditions. The tour then proceeds to Taquile Island, where you’ll have a guided tour to explore the traditions and culture of the islanders, enjoying unique panoramic views of Lake Titicaca.
The trip from Puno to the Rainbow Mountains of Vinicunca takes approximately 4 hours and 50 minutes. Once at the Rainbow Mountain parking lot, there is an 18-minute walk to the Rainbow Mountain Passes, where you can enjoy the views. The return trip on horseback takes about 35 minutes before continuing by vehicle to Cusco, which lasts about three more hours.
Yes, Machu Picchu is included in the itinerary. On Day 8, the trip consists of a visit to the ruins of Ollantaytambo and a train journey to Machu Picchu Pueblo (Aguas Calientes), where you will spend the night. On Day 9, there is a guided tour inside the Machu Picchu citadel, allowing you to explore the fantastic sites of the Inca citadel and enjoy panoramic views.
After the guided tour of Machu Picchu, you will return to Cusco by train from Machu Picchu Pueblo to Ollantaytambo. From Ollantaytambo, a private tourist vehicle will transport you to Cusco, with a total travel time of about 3 hours and 20
Season 2024–2025
Number of persons | Price per person | |
1 | $ 3 114.00 USD | |
2 | $ 2 055.00 USD | |
3 | $ 1 645.00 USD | |
4 | $ 1 357.00 USD | |
5 | $ 1 258.00 USD | |
6 | $ 1 132.00 USD | |
7 | $ 1 039.00 USD | |
8 | $ 973.00 USD | |
9 | $ 920.00 USD | |
10 | $ 884.00 USD |
Highlights of the Peru Tour 10-Day: Embark on a journey through history and culture with our Peru highlights tours. Explore ancient ruins, sample local cuisine, and immerse yourself in Peru’s vibrant culture.