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Lima to Cusco with Train to Machu Picchu | Summer 2027

14 Days

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Tour Description

In just 2 weeks, you’ll get a proper taste of Peru's dunes, cliff-lined coast, desert mysteries and mountain backdrops. Kicking off in Lima, you'll see Paracas cliff views, Huacachina dunes, the Nazca Lines, and Arequipa’s white-stone streets. All before we roll into Cusco warmed up and ready for the next level. Expect local stays, big bus vibes, and landscapes that'll keep surprising you at every turn.

Priced From:

$ 3240pp *

From: 2027-01-05

To: 2027-12-21

Start Location: Lima, Peru

End Location: Cusco, Peru

Trip Type: Latin America

Tour Advisors

Beccy Hayes

Travel Specialist

Tiffany McCrea-Lennon

Managing Director

Russell Mein

Travel Specialist

Caitlin Lennon

Travel Coordinator

Gaylyn Murdoch

Administration Manager

Holly Skene

Travel Co-ordinator

Kim Thomas

Broker

Itinerary

Lima
Day 1
Duration: 1
Accommodation: NAIA Miraflores Hotel (or similar)
Hola, welcome to Lima! You’ll meet your crew this evening in this beautiful city packed with rich cultural heritage. Then we’ll get to know each other over a delicious dinner at a local restaurant.
Lima to Huacachina via Paracas National Reserve
Day 2
Duration: 1
Accommodation: Viajero Huacachina Hostel (or similar)
It’s been short ‘n’ sweet, Lima. But we’ve got no time to waste! After breakfast, we’ll hit the road on public transport and drive along the coast towards the rugged cliffs of the Paracas National Reserve. Are. You. Ready? Coastal scenery doesn’t get more stunning than this. We’ll take a tour of Peru's toasty coast, lined with rocky cliffs and bright blue waves. It’s not everyday you get to ride a buggy (or sandboard down the slopes, if that’s your vibe) over the largest sand dunes in all of South America. You’ll be absolutely awestruck. And that’s absolutely normal. Afterwards, we’ll check into our hostel (located right in the middle of a quaint little desert oasis!). Trust us, the sleep’s gonna hit different tonight.
Huacachina to Overnight Coach via Nazca Lines
Day 3
Duration: 1
Accommodation: Overnight Bus
Wakey Wakey. Say goodbye to this desert oasis cuz we're jumping on the Peru Hop network — our public transport coach to the next desert wonder. Thought it couldn’t get any better? Well, the Nazca Lines beg to differ. These mysterious yet impressive 2000-year-old sand imprints have blown away the most brilliant minds. And today, you have the chance to view them from a tower. Settle in with your crew for a smooth ride to Arequipa. Get ready for more unreal desert and mountain views along the way.
Overnight Coach to Arequipa
Day 4
Duration: 1
Accommodation: Qema Arequipa (or similar)
Morning, travellers. We'll ditch the overnight coach and make our way to the hotel in this beautiful 'White City'. Welcome to Arequipa! Three majestic volcanoes, the vibrant Santa Catalina Monastery and a guided tour of all the city’s highlights await us. Next: check in, freshen up and spend the day exploring this wonderful city on our own.
Arequipa
Day 5
Duration: 1
Accommodation: Qema Arequipa (or similar)
Today is all yours. Wander the white-stone streets, post up in a sunny plaza cafe, or head out to explore viewpoints and markets at your own pace. Slow it down or pack it in, you do you.
Arequipa to Cusco
Day 6
Duration: 1
Accommodation: Viajero Cusco (or similar)
Arequipa, you were awesome. But it's time to roll. This morning, we’ll jump back on the Peru Hop coach, cruising from white-stone streets and Misti views into big-sky altiplano territory. Think Lagunillas lagoons, roaming vicuñas, wide-open plains and Lake Titicaca’s basin in the distance — with plenty of photo stops baked in. Feeling the altitude? Yep. Welcome to Cusco! Tonight, the city’s yours to explore and grab dinner with the crew. Tomorrow? We dive all the way in.
Cusco
Day 7
Duration: 1
Accommodation: Viajero Cusco (or similar)
Another day, another incredible Latin American destination to uncover; today it's sun up 'til sun down in Cusco. We’ll kick things off with a city tour, then the afternoon’s yours. Shop for artisan jewellery and woodwork, wander San Pedro Market with cacao nibs in hand and coca tea on the go. Feeling adventurous? Sign up for a mountain biking experience and explore the epic scenery just beyond the city.
Cusco
Day 8
Duration: 1
Accommodation: Viajero Cusco (or similar)
Rise and shine! Want to see the unreal colours of Rainbow Mountain? Opt in for an early hike and earn those views. More of a slow morning person? Take your time exploring the city instead, or opt for a massage or an interactive dining experience where you’ll dish up some Peruvian classics yourself.
Cusco to Sacred Valley
Day 9
Duration: 1
Accommodation: Tunupa Lodge (or similar)
Catch ya later, Cusco. Today we’ll head for the Sacred Valley on our private coach. But first, a proper Andean culture stop. We’ll meet llamas, alpacas and vicuñas up close, learn the ancient Incan art of weaving from talented local artisans, and even try our hand at the traditional game of Sapo. Keep your eyes on the landscapes too for terraced hillsides and local village life rolling by. And just like that, we’ve made it to the Sacred Valley. Rest up in your lodge for the night.
Sacred Valley
Day 10
Duration: 1
Accommodation: Tunupa Lodge (or similar)
Free day in the Sacred Valley? Yup. Roam the streets and say goodbye (just for a bit) to the hikers. Tomorrow we conquer Machu Picchu.
Sacred Valley to Cusco via Machu Picchu
Day 11
Duration: 1
Accommodation: Viajero Cusco (or similar)
Jump on the Inca Rail from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes and watch the Andes roll by on a two-hour ride that seriously delivers on scenery. Hop on the bus up from Aguas Calientes and step into Machu Picchu with your private guide leading the way. Spend the half-day unpacking the stories, the stonework, and those unreal terraces you’ve seen all over your feed. Bucket list? Ticked. Off. After the main event, we’ll rail it back and roll on with a private transfer to Cusco. Mountains out the window. Camera roll filling up. Take a minute to soak it all in as we make our way back to Cusco.
Cusco
Day 12
Duration: 1
Accommodation: Viajero Cusco (or similar)
Today’s yours to take Cusco at your own pace. Cafe hop around the Plaza de Armas, hunt down local markets, or just wander those cobbled streets and see where they lead
Cusco
Day 13
Duration: 1
Accommodation: Viajero Cusco (or similar)
Hikers and non-hikers reunite today, and the city’s yours to enjoy together. Spend your free time swapping trail stories over coffee, exploring the cobbled streets, or diving back into Cusco’s markets and plazas.
Cusco
Day 14
Duration: 1
Aaaand, that's it. 14 unforgettable days of exploring South America has come to an end. Take those group pics and leave with memories you'll be talking about for decades.

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