The great legend of the Andes and the Pacific.
The most comprehensive circuit by Machu Picchu Today: 14 days from the coast to the Andes, across five regions of Peru.
From the capital to the southern coast (Paracas and Ica), passing through Arequipa, the Colca Canyon, Lake Titicaca in Puno, and the Route of the Sun to Cusco.
In Cusco: City Tour, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Chinchero/Maras/Moray, and the Rainbow Mountain. The itinerary is designed to gradually increase in altitude.
What makes this itinerary unique.
Lima, Paracas, and Ica, featuring the Ballestas Islands and Huacachina.
Arequipa, the White City, and the flight of the condor in the Colca Canyon.
Lake Titicaca: the Uros and Taquile islands.
Machu Picchu and the Route of the Sun between Puno and Cusco.
Sacred Valley and the Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca).
Day by day.
Airport reception and transfer to the hotel. Magic Water Circuit and dinner show, optional.
Ballestas Islands, the Huacachina oasis, dune buggies, and sandboarding. Return to Lima.
Morning City Tour and flight to Arequipa (2,325 m).
The White City: Plaza de Armas, Church of the Society of Jesus, viewpoints, and the Santa Catalina Monastery.
Route of the Volcanoes, vicuñas, and the Patapampa viewpoint; lunch in Chivay and an afternoon at the hot springs.
The flight of the condor at the Cruz del Condor and, in the afternoon, an altiplano journey to Puno.
Boat ride to the floating islands of the Uros and Taquile island, with a traditional lunch.
Scenic journey with stops in Pukará, La Raya, Raqchi, and Andahuaylillas, including a buffet lunch.
Qoricancha and the archaeological complexes of Sacsayhuamán, Qenqo, Puka Pukara, and Tambomachay.
Pisac, buffet lunch, and Ollantaytambo; in the afternoon, train to Aguas Calientes.
Guided visit to Machu Picchu and return by train, with transfer to Cusco.
Textile Chinchero, the terraces of Moray, and the Maras Salt Mines.
Hike to the Rainbow Mountain (~5,000 m) and buffet lunch.
At the scheduled flight time, transfer to the Cusco airport. End of services.
Everything we take care of for you.
Inclusions
- Airport – hotel – airport transfers
- 3★ Hotels: 2 nights in Lima, 1 in Arequipa, 1 in Colca, 2 in Puno, 1 in Aguas Calientes, and 6 in Cusco, with breakfast
- Tourist transportation and connection buses Chivay–Puno and Route of the Sun
- Speedboat to the Ballestas Islands, dune buggy, and sandboarding in Huacachina
- Round-trip tourist train and round-trip bus to Machu Picchu
- All entrance fees for the itinerary (Lima, Santa Catalina, Colca, Titicaca, Route of the Sun, Cusco, Machu Picchu, Maras, and Rainbow Mountain)
- Professional guides in each city, selected buffet lunches, and 24/7 assistance
Not included
- Commercial flights (international and domestic Lima–Arequipa and Cusco–Lima)
- Lunches and dinners not specified
- Hot springs entrance fee in Colca (paid on-site) and optional tour on Day 1
- Tips and personal expenses
Essential packing list.
- Original ID document — valid passport or national ID
- Layered clothing: warm jacket for mornings/nights and light clothes for the day
- Comfortable hiking shoes
- Raincoat or windbreaker (especially between November and March)
- Sunscreen, sunglasses, and cap or hat
- Insect repellent
- Reusable water bottle and light snacks
- Cash in soles for extra expenses and tips
- Personal medications
- Camera or smartphone with a charged battery
- Heavy winter clothing for Colca, Puno, and Cusco, and swimwear for the hot springs
Important information
- Domestic flights (e.g., Lima–Cusco) are not included — our team can help you get quotes.
- Original physical ID document is mandatory at all checkpoints (hotels, trains, Machu Picchu, boarding).
- The itinerary is designed to gradually increase in altitude, reducing the risk of altitude sickness.
- On the train day, bring only a small backpack (up to 5 kg); large luggage will be stored at the Cusco hotel.
- Book in advance — Machu Picchu, trains, and hotels have limited availability.
- Booking policy: 50% deposit and 50% up to 15 days before the trip.
- The circuit gradually increases in altitude (Lima → Arequipa → Colca → Puno → Cusco), reducing the risk of altitude sickness.
The ultimate Peru circuit — plan ahead.
It's 14 days across five regions, with Machu Picchu, trains, flights, and dozens of coordinated services — booking early is essential.
Contact our team via WhatsApp to confirm dates and get quotes for domestic flights.
Common questions about this itinerary.
The sequence Lima → Arequipa → Colca → Puno → Cusco gradually increases the altitude, significantly reducing the risk of altitude sickness.
Commercial flights (international and domestic Lima–Arequipa and Cusco–Lima) are not included. Our team can help you get quotes and fit them into the itinerary.
Most of it requires light to moderate effort. The Rainbow Mountain, which is more demanding, is on Day 13, when you will already be well acclimatized.
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