Leisurely Peru Holiday

Enjoy A Leisurely Tour Of Peru

If you have time on your side then our Leisurely Peru holiday is the perfect choice for seeing the best parts of the country and getting to know everything about Peru.

Begin your holiday in the heart of Peru's bustling capital, Lima before flying on to the ancient colonial city of Arequipa and discovering its many treasures. The holiday then moves on through the Colca Canyon for some amazing scenery before visiting the fascinating Uros Floating Islands in Lake Titicaca. You will then head into the Sacred Valley before finally visiting the world-famous - Machu Picchu. Next, it's all aboard the train to Cusco where you will enjoy a city tour, and spend a couple of nights discovering its charms. You will then head to the Amazon Rainforest, spending a couple of days relaxing in a jungle lodge and exploring the channels and waterways of this amazing ecosystem.

Highlights

• Discover Peru's bustling capital city Lima
• See the charming city of Arequipa and the Santa Catalina Monastery;
• Head through the Colca Canyon and spot the majestic Condor;
• Visit the fascinating communities on the Uros and Taquile floating islands;
• Discover the charms of Cusco;
• See Machu Picchu with an expert guide to bring it to life;
• Spend a couple of days in the heart of the Amazon Rainforest;

Quick Itinerary

Days 1 & 2 - Lima

Days 3 & 4 - Arequipa

Days 5 & 6 - Colca Canyon

Days 7 & 8 - Lake Titicaca

Day 9 - Cusco

Days 10 - 12 - Sacred Valley

Day 13 - Machu Picchu

Days 14 & 15 - Cusco

Days 16 - 18 - Amazon Rainforest

Day 19 - Lima

Day 20 - Depart Lima

Day 21 - Arrive back in the UK

Truly Individual Holiday

Any element of this holiday can be tailormade to your requirements, including the places you want to see and the things that are important to you. Just contact one of our Travel Specialists today.

Days 1 & 2 - Lima

Arrive in Lima for two nights in Peru's bustling capital city. Discover the city on a half-day tour and enjoy Lima's thriving gastronomic scene in the evening.

Days 3 & 4 - Arequipa

Arequipa is a charming town with colonial buildings and a beautifully preserved central square. Spend two nights in the city and discover some of its many highlights on a half-day city tour including the famous Monasterio Santa Catalina.

Days 5 & 6 - Colca Canyon

With towering Incan terraces set against a beautiful backdrop of rivers and volcanoes, the Colca Canyon offers some of the most spectacular scenery in Peru. Enjoy a two-night tour exploring the canyon, including an early morning visit to Condor Point.

Days 7 & 8 - Lake Titicaca

Lake Titicaca offers a unique frontier between Peru and Bolivia with some amazing scenery. You will spend two nights here and discover the fascinating communities on the Uros Floating Islands on a full-day boat tour of Lake Titicaca.

Day 9 - Cusco

All aboard the Titicaca train to Cusco, which passes through some dramatic scenery and vibrant local towns. Upon reaching Cusco you will enjoy one night here, giving you time to orientate yourself ready for your return after Machu Picchu.

Days 10 - 12 - Sacred Valley

Travel to Sacred Valley for three nights and enjoy days at leisure to explore the area or two just sit back and relax while taking in the stunning scenery.

Day 13 - Machu Picchu

Today you will explore one of the seven wonders of the world, Machu Picchu. You will take the train up to Aguas Calientes where you will then head to Machu Picchu for a guided tour of Peru's most iconic attraction.

You will spend the night in Aguas Calientes and will have the chance to visit Machu Picchu again in the morning, this time at your own pace without a guide.

Days 14 & 15 - Cusco

After your second visit to Machu Picchu, you will take the train back to Cusco where you will spend two nights and enjoy a half-day tour of Cusco and its surroundings including many Inca sites.

Days 16 - 18 - Amazon Rainforest

Today you will fly to Puerto Maldonado which is in the heart of the Peruvian Amazon Rainforest. Here you will stay for three nights at a jungle lodge on a full board basis. Your stay also includes a programme of exciting excursions into the rainforest with their expert guides.

Day 19 - Lima

Today you will head back to Lima for your last night in this beautiful country

Day 20 - Depart Lima

You will be transferred to the airport for your onward flight.

Day 21 - Arrive back in the UK

Today you will land back in the UK from Peru

From £4,899 per person

(Valid for 2024 departures, based on 2 people sharing a room)

Includes:

• International flights

• 19 nights’ accommodation as detailed

• 19 breakfasts, 8 lunches, 4 dinners

• Half-day city tours of Lima, Arequipa and Cusco

• 3-day/4-night tour through the Colca Canyon

• Full-day boat tour of Uros Floating Islands and Taquile Island

• Titicaca train from Puno to Cusco

• Train from Ollantaytambo – Machu Picchu Pueblo

• Two entrances to Machu Picchu, with the first being guided

• Train from Machu Picchu Pueblo - Cusco

• Full-board and excursions at Amazon Rainforest Lodge

• Transfers and domestic flights as per itinerary

Excludes:

• Meals not indicated in your itinerary

• Local departure taxes payable locally

• Items of a personal nature such as laundry and drinks etc

• Tips for guides and drivers (discretionary)

• Camera or video fees at any sites