11-Day Southern Inca-land Adventure

This whirlwind trip begins in Cusco and ends in Lima, and is an ideal way to take in Peru's Inca heartlands if you're here for a limited time.

Starting in Cusco, you'll take in this ancient city with a walking tour before visiting the most important Inca ruins of the surrounding highlands.

You'll then take in the main sites of the magnificent Sacred Valley, before taking the train to the world-famous Machu Picchu.

Next, you'll travel south to Puno for a family stay on the mystical islands of Lake Titicaca, before travelling back north-west to take in the spectacular natural wonder of Colca Canyon and see the iconic condor in flight.

After some down time in the gorgeous white city of Arequipa, you'll continue north to observe the amazing Nazca Lines from the air.

Finally, you'll travel onwards to Peru's capital where the trip ends.

You'll be accompanied the whole way by an English-speaking guide, the tour also includes all transporation, hotel accommodation, and breakfast, lunch, and dinner on certain days.

If you're here for a short break this is a perfect option for you, or if you have more time and would like some flexibility for relaxation days, just let us know!

Itinerary:

Day 1

Cusco walking tour and relaxation/acclimatisation

Day 2

Tour of Cusco and the nearby Inca sites of Sacsayhuamán, Qenco and Puka Pucara

Day3

Tour of Sacred Valley and train to Machu Picchu

Day 4

Tour of Machu Pichu and return to Cusco

Day 5

Transport from Cusco to Puno

Day 6

Stay with family on Uros and Amantani islands of Lake Titicaca

Day 7

Tour of Taquile Island and return to Puno

Day 8

Transport to Chivay and visit to hot springs

Day 9

Trip to Colca Canyon, Cruz del Condor, and Arequipa

Day 10

Relaxation in Arequipa then transport to Nazca

Day 11

Nazca Lines and transport to Lima

A detailed day-by-day itinerary can be emailed upon request