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Lima · Cusco · Sacred Valley · Machu PicchuThe classic first trip: a taste of Lima, then Cusco, the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu at an easy pace.
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MOST POPULAR The classic first trip: a taste of Lima, then Cusco, the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu at an easy pace.
Short on time? Cusco, the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu in four well-paced days.
Six unhurried days: Maras, Moray and the Sacred Valley at an easy pace, then Machu Picchu.
The active version: high-altitude day hikes added to the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu.
Condors over the Colca Canyon, then south to Puno and the floating islands of Lake Titicaca.
The short version of the Amazon: a lake by canoe, the forest at night and a dawn ride on the river. Ideal right after Cusco.

Sacred Valley Classic (6 days) plus Amazon Escape (3 days) at a Tambopata lodge. Flights not included.









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Every detail we requested in advance received a precise and meticulous response. The planning was rich and varied, with a great combination of nature, culture, history and relaxation.
Jaim was wonderful and available for every request we had, and helped with everything we asked for. Warmly recommended!
100% recommended! I took a private tour of Maras, Moray and Chinchero. They pick you up in a very comfortable van, and the guide was excellent. Very professional and attentive to any request.
Our guide Franklin stood out for his kindness, courtesy and constant attention throughout the tour. The perfect way to explore part of the Sacred Valley with the peace of mind of being in good hands.
We had a great experience! Highly recommended!
An honest comparison, so you can choose what fits your trip.

Lima, Cusco, the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu. With 12–15 days, add Lake Titicaca, Arequipa or the Amazon.
Dry season in the Andes. November to March is rainy, and the Inca Trail closes every February.
Ahead of your trip for entry tickets and trains; earlier for June to August.
About 11,150 ft. Plan a light first day; the Sacred Valley sits lower, around 2,800 m.
Written by Jaim, founder of Tourist Perú, from Lima. How many days in Cusco do you need? →
Updated September 2026Straight answers from our team in Lima.



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For a first trip, 8 to 10 days covers Lima, Cusco, the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu at a comfortable pace. With 12 to 15 days you can add Lake Titicaca and Arequipa, or 3 to 4 days in the Amazon.
May to September is the dry season in the Andes, with sunny days and cold nights. November to March brings rain, and the Inca Trail closes every February for maintenance. The Amazon and the coast can be visited all year.
At least two months before your trip, and earlier for June to August, when entry tickets and trains sell out first.
Our packages start at US$469 per person for 4 days in Cusco and US$719 for 8 days including Lima and Machu Picchu. Prices cover tours and transfers; hotels are quoted to your budget and flights are not included.
Many are, and every itinerary tells you which parts are private or shared. In a few places, like the Lake Titicaca islands, tours are shared.
A deposit secures your dates and the balance is paid before your trip starts, by card in US dollars through a secure payment link.
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