Cordillera
Summary of nights: 17 days, 15 nights: Lima 1; Arequipa 2; Colca Canyon 2; Puno 2; Cusco 2; Sacred Valley 2; Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu) 1; Cusco 2; Lima 1.
- Explore Peru's sierras on foot - the best way to enjoy the ever-changing landscape.
- Guided gentle strolls and more rigorous walks, meals and snacks al fresco.
- Support vehicle provided where necessary.
- Evening relaxation in cosy, characterful hotels.
- Opportunity to visit off-the-beaten-track Inca archaeological sites.
- Climb one of Machu Picchu mountain or Wayna Picchu for superb views.
Holiday Itinerary
Day 1 Fly Lima.
Days 2,3 Fly Arequipa.
Days 4,5 Colca Canyon.
Days 6,7 Drive to Lake Titicaca.
Days 8,9 Bus to Cusco.
Days 10,11 Sacred Valley.
Day 12 Train to Machu Picchu.
Day 13 Return to Cusco.
Day 14 Cusco.
Day 15 Fly Lima.
Day 16 Fly to UK, arriving day 17.
A few days to spare?
Take a look at our suggested extensions, or our tailor-made section, for some inspiring ideas on how to spend a few extra days from unwinding on tropical beaches, exploring the Amazon basin, cruising around the Galápagos islands or discovering impressive ancient sites.
Tour Profile
Transport: 2 flights (approx 1 hr each), 3 scenic road journeys (longest 7 hrs), 2 rail journeys (3 ½ hrs each). Walks are supported by vehicle where necessary.
Accommodation: Small, often family run hotels with local or colonial character.
Meals: Breakfast daily, picnic or open-air restaurant lunch days 3, 4, 10, 11 (weather conditions permitting).
Included walks: Tour of Santa Catalina; Arequipa countryside; Colca Canyon; island walks on Lake Titicaca; city tour of Cusco; Sacred Valley; Machu Picchu; city tour of Lima. | 
"A superb tour leader (Mike Brady) - put the tour before his own needs and really made the trip succeed with his thoughtful, well informed enthusiasm." MO, Ireland. |