Peru Panorama (Train To Machu Picchu)

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Culture, food, history, and unbeatable landscapes - this trip will leave you wanting more of that Pisco Sour life. Take a walking tour of Lima. Adventure through the ancient city of Arequipa (and discover the glorious volcanoes that surround it). You'll explore everything that makes Peru what it is. The sandstone cliffs of the Colca Canyon. The serene shores ...
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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

What's this trip about?

    Culture, food, history, and unbeatable landscapes - this trip will leave you wanting more of that Pisco Sour life. Take a walking tour of Lima. Adventure through the ancient city of Arequipa (and discover the glorious volcanoes that surround it). You'll explore everything that makes Peru what it is. The sandstone cliffs of the Colca Canyon. The serene shores of Lake Titicaca (where you'll meet the Uros Island residents). The intriguing Inca trails. And of course, the majestic Machu Picchu. Epic Peruvian memories are about to be made!

Details

Itinerary focusOff the Beaten Path
Group sizeGroup - max of 40 people
Age range18 to 35 years
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityLima
End CityCuzco

Travel Themes

  • 50 plus
  • Cultural

Destinations

  • South America
  • Peru

Activities

  • Culture

Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1: Start Lima

Welcome to Lima, adventurers! Steeped in Spanish colonialism yet buzzing with modern metro vibes, Lima is sure to ignite your love for Peru. Spend your morning marvelling at lavishly decorated churches and an underground tunnel cemetery overflowing with bones or catac...

Day 2: Lima to Arequipa

The skies are calling this morning as we board our included flight bound for the ‘White City’ of Arequipa, Peru’s second largest city which lies in the shadow of three majestic volcanoes. The town of Arequipa, or La Ciudad Blanca, is both culturally and aestheticall...

Day 3: Arequipa to Colca Canyon

Are you ready for another nature masterclass? Waving farewell to Arequipa this morning, we’ll pass through Salinas and Aguada Blanco national reserve en route to one of the world’s deepest canyons. After a journey of windswept landscapes, sandstone cliff & stops ...

Day 4: Colca Canyon to Puno

This morning promises to be pretty mega as we hop out of bed in search for the King of the Andes, otherwise known as the Andean Condor, which boasts a mega 3-metre wingspan. Fingers crossed luck is on our side – some days we may spot 10 condors, other days none – but ...

Day 5: Puno

Ready to explore this area in all its multi-coloured glory? We thought so. Jumping in a triciclo (a three-wheeled bike taxi) we’ll bump our way down to the port and get our first taste of life on the Lake (fun fact – Lake Titicaca is South America’s largest freshwater...

Day 6: Puno to Cusco via Raqchi

Heading out of Puno this morning, we’ll make our way to Pukara to visit a small museum offering up archaeological findings and Peru’s iconic ceramic bulls. Hitting the road again we’ll journey through the snow-capped surrounds of La Raya, stopping for lunch in the tow...

Day 7: Cusco

Another day, another incredible Latin American destination to uncover; today it's sun up 'til sun down in Cusco. Shop for artisan jewellery and woodworks, roam the cobble-stone streets or just stroll the San Pedro markets eating cacao buds and sipping on coca leaf tea. Today really is what you make it!

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Day 8: Cusco to Sacred Valley

Heading out of Cusco and bound for the Sacred Valley on our private coach, this is where our journey into the ruins and mystique of this land truly begins. But first, llamas. An iconic symbol of Peru, we’ll be stopping off at a llama farm to show some love to these fu...

Day 9: Sacred Valley to Aguas Calientes via Train

For those not embarking on the Inca Trail, the morning is yours to enjoy the surrounding lush mountains of Ollantaytambo. Can you feel the excitement mounting? Yep – those are pretty much the feels when Machu Picchu is quite literally on the horizon. This afternoon...

Day 10: Aguas Calientes to Cusco via Machu Picchu

Excitement levels at an all-time high, the day we’ve all been waiting for is finally here – it’s Machu Picchu time! This is one big old tick off the life goals list, so enjoy every single second of it. Built around 1450 at the height of the Incan Empire, Machu Picchu ...

Day 11: End Cusco

And just like that our Peruvian exploration has come to an end (after a hearty brekkie at our hotel, of course!) But if you've still got a tingling for adventure, there's plenty still to do. Hike to see the (colourful) Rainbow Mountain. Or stop off at one of Cusco's m...

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Dates & Availability

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Price per day$214
Last Updated: 5/29/2024
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We’re firm believers that life’s greatest experiences are made better by the people you share them with. That’s why Contiki invented group travel for young people in 1962 and we’ve spent the past 53 years perfecting it. You’ll explore amazing destinations with a group of 18-35 year olds from around the world who share your passion for adventure, good times and creating memories that define what it is to be young, wild and free.

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We're all about exploring the world with like-minded people, which is why we only run trips for 18-35 year olds, to celebrate being young, spirited and curious. You can expect to join a group of 18-53 awesome people from around the world on our Europe, Australia, North America and New Zealand trips, and in Asia and Latin America it's all about small group adventures with up to 25 travellers. Don't worry if you're not traveling as a couple or with a friend from home – though there are plenty of pairs, 50% of our travellers set off solo, meaning you'll have a ton of opportunities to make new friends.

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Contiki are the world leaders in social youth travel. We’ve been providing amazing travel experiences for young travellers, from 18-35 years old, since 1962. Imagine how good you would be at something if you had been doing it for more than 60 years?

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Accommodation

Selina Miraflores (or similar) Selina Arequipa (or similar) Hotel la casa de Mamayacchi (or similar) Hotel Casona Plaza (or similar) Lake Titicaca Homestay (or similar) Selina Saphi (or similar) Tunupa Lodge Ollantaytambo (or similar) Inka Tower Machupicchu Hotel (or similar),
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Meals Included
  • 4 Dinner (D)
  • 10 Breakfast (B)
  • 1 Lunch (L)
Age Requirements
18 to 35 years
Additional Information
Trip ID
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