7-day Essential Peru

Lima

Lima, Peru

Days 1-2

Cusco

Cusco, Peru

Day 4

Sacred Valley

Sacred Valley, Peru

Day 5

Sacred Valley of the Incas

Sacred Valley, Peru

Day 5

Sacred Valley, Peru

Sacred Valley, Peru

Day 5

Machu Picchu

Machu Picchu, Peru

Day 6

Cusco

Cusco, Peru

Day 7

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7-day Essential Peru

7 Days Starting in Lima, Peru and ending in Cusco, Peru

Visiting: Lima, Arequipa, Cusco, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu

Tour operator:

Tangol Tours

Tour code:

1295

Specialist Group:

Singles Solo

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Age range:

0-99

Tour operated in:

English , Spanish

From: $1661 $1582 (USD) Travel Club discount: -$79

NB: Prices correct on 22-Feb-2025 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Embark on a captivating 7-day journey through Peru, exploring the vibrant cities of Lima, Arequipa, and Cusco. This tour offers a perfect blend of cultural immersion and historical discovery, guided by knowledgeable professionals. Begin your adventure in Lima, where you'll delve into the rich history at the Larco Museum and the UNESCO-listed historic center. Continue to Arequipa, the White City, renowned for its stunning colonial architecture and breathtaking views of surrounding volcanoes. In Cusco, explore the Sacred Valley, visiting the charming town of Pisac and the impressive fortress of Ollantaytambo. The highlight of your trip will be a full day at the awe-inspiring Machu Picchu, where you'll uncover the mysteries of this ancient wonder. Enjoy comfortable accommodations with breakfast, shared guided tours in Spanish and English, and a delightful lunch in the Sacred Valley. This tour promises an unforgettable experience of Peru's most iconic sites.

Highlights

7-day tour package of Lima, Arequipa, and Cusco
Explore the city of Lima and visit the Larco Museum
Discover the White City of Arequipa
Visit the Sacred Valley of the Incas, including Pisac and Ollantaytambo
Experience the wonder of Machu Picchu with a guided tour
Admire the colonial architecture in Lima's historic center
Enjoy panoramic views of Arequipa's countryside and volcanoes

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Arrival In Lima

Location: Lima

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Upon your arrival at Lima airport, we will transfer you to your hotel located in the heart of Lima city. You will have the rest of the day free. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 2 : Lima City Tour And Larco Museum

Location: Lima

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

In the morning, we will begin our Lima city tour at the magnificent Larco Museum, located in the traditional district of Pueblo Libre. Founded by Peruvian archaeologist Rafael Larco Hoyle in 1926, the museum is housed in an 18th-century mansion surrounded by extensive and beautiful gardens.

The Larco Museum is a marvel. It boasts a comprehensive collection of over 5,000 pre-Hispanic ceramic pieces, as well as gold and silver artifacts, and pre-Columbian erotic pottery. We will walk through its stunning galleries in chronological order, learning about the fascinating civilizations of ancient Peru.

Next, we will head to Lima`s historic center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1988. This area features beautiful squares, colonial mansions, and a rich history. We will visit the Aliaga House, a colonial mansion built in 1536, renowned for its exquisite spaces filled with invaluable art and history. Remarkably, descendants of Jerónimo de Aliaga, a Spanish conquistador and ally of Francisco Pizarro, still inhabit this architectural gem.

We will continue to the Plaza de Armas, the birthplace of Lima in 1535 and the site where Peru’s independence was declared in 1821. During the viceroyalty, it served as a marketplace and a place for public executions.

From the Plaza de Armas, we will admire historical buildings such as the Government Palace, the Archbishop`s Palace, the Municipal Palace, and other significant colonial structures. We will visit Lima`s Cathedral, a UNESCO Cultural Heritage Site, built during the Spanish conquest in the 16th century.

After the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel. Overnight stay.

Day 3 : Lima / Arequipa City Tour

Location: Arequipa

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

At the scheduled time, we will transfer you to Lima airport for your flight to Arequipa. Upon arrival, we will escort you to your hotel in the city center.

We will then begin the city tour with a visit to the Plaza de Armas, one of the most beautiful squares in the country, and the adjacent Arequipa Cathedral, built in the 17th century. We will explore the Cathedral and the Church of the Society of Jesus (1590), a classic example of local baroque architecture housing exceptional paintings and murals.

You will also visit the stunning Monastery of Santa Catalina, a genuine medieval cloister established in September 1579, still in use today. Spanning 20,000 square meters, this mysterious convent was built with sillar, the main material of local architecture.

The tour includes stops in the districts of Yanahuara and Carmen Alto, offering panoramic views of Arequipa`s countryside and the surrounding volcanoes: Misti, Chachani, and Pichu Pichu. You will have time for photos.

Finally, we will visit the main square of Cayma district and the Church of San Miguel Arcángel de Cayma. At the end of the tour, we will transfer you back to your hotel. Overnight stay.

Day 4 : Arequipa / Cusco

Location: Cusco

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

At the agreed time, we will take you to Arequipa airport for your flight to Cusco. Upon arrival, we will transfer you to your hotel. The rest of the day is free. Overnight stay.

Day 5 : Pisac And Ollantaytambo With Overnight In Aguas Calientes

Location: Sacred Valley

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Today, we will tour the Sacred Valley of the Incas.

After traveling 30 km from Cusco, we will reach the small town of Pisac, a charming place with a fantastic traditional market and an archaeological site featuring stone temples and structures overlooking the valley and its terraces.

We will then continue to Urubamba, where we will enjoy a delicious buffet lunch at a traditional restaurant by the Urubamba River.

Next, we will visit the town of Ollantaytambo and its fortress, an impressive example of Inca architecture that served as a military, religious, and agricultural hub. It offers stunning valley views and features advanced irrigation systems.

We will end the day with a visit to Chinchero and its colorful market, offering a variety of Andean ceramics and textiles.

You will then board a train at Ollantaytambo station, heading towards Aguas Calientes. Upon arrival, our staff will assist you to your hotel. In the evening, we will have a briefing about the next day’s visit to Machu Picchu. Overnight stay.

Day 6 : Full Day At Machu Picchu

Location: Machu Picchu

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

You will take a bus ascending 30 minutes along a road with spectacular views of the Urubamba River and its canyon. Machu Picchu, meaning “Old Mountain,” will greet you with its incredible terraces, stairways, ceremonial sites, and urban areas, radiating a unique energy.

During a 2.5-hour guided tour, you will learn all about this extraordinary site. Afterward, you will have free time to continue exploring or, if adventurous, hike Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain (optional).

Alternatively, you can return to Aguas Calientes for a delightful lunch (optional) at one of its excellent restaurants.

At the scheduled time, you will take the train back to Ollantaytambo, followed by a bus transfer to Cusco. Overnight stay.

Day 7 : Departure From Cusco

Location: Cusco

Meals Included: Breakfast

At the agreed time, we will transfer you to Cusco airport for your onward flight.

What's Included

Accommodation

06 nights accommodation with breakfast included.
Transfers

Private arrival and departure transfers with only a Spanish-speaking driver.
Excursions

Shared service excursions.
Guided Tours

Shared guided tour in Spanish and English.
Entrance Tickets

Entrance tickets to the places mentioned in the itinerary.
Lunch

Lunch on the tour to the Sacred Valley of the Incas.

What's Not Included

Flights

Local and international flights.
Meals

Lunches and dinners not specified in the itinerary.
Tips

Tips are not included.
Entrance Tickets

Entrance ticket to the Huayna Picchu and/or Machu Picchu mountains.

Mode of Transport

Experience private arrival and departure transfers with a Spanish-speaking driver, along with shared service excursions and guided tours in both Spanish and English.

Accommodation

Enjoy 6 nights of comfortable accommodation with breakfast included, ensuring a restful stay as you explore the wonders of Peru.

Check out our Q&As

What languages are the guided tours conducted in?

The guided tours are conducted in Spanish and English.
Are airport transfers included in the tour package?

Yes, private arrival and departure transfers with a Spanish-speaking driver are included.
Is accommodation included in the tour package?

Yes, 6 nights of accommodation with breakfast included are part of the tour package.
Are entrance tickets to attractions included in the tour?

Yes, entrance tickets to the places mentioned in the itinerary are included.
Is lunch provided during the tour?

Lunch is provided on the tour to the Sacred Valley of the Incas.

Are flights included in the tour package?

No, local and international flights are not included in the tour package.
Can I visit Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain during the tour?

Visiting Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain is optional and requires an additional entrance ticket, which is not included.
What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

Please let us know as soon as you are aware you need to make changes and we can check on what is possible for you.
What policies are in place for Covid-19?

Please contact us for our latest COVID-19 poilcies.
Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

We provide services to customers from multiple countries around the world.

Reviews of this operator

Anthony Blasini (Google Reviewer)

I went on Tangol's full...

20-Feb-2024

I went on Tangol's full day walking tour of Buenos Aires and Sylvia was a very knowledgeable guide who clearly has a passion for sharing the cultural, social and political stories of Buenos Aires and how each of the neighborhoods visited help tell that story. It was a great (and well-planned) overview of BA.

Kumiko U. (Google Reviewer)

We are Argentine soccer fans...

24-Mar-2024

We are Argentine soccer fans and asked Tangol if they have a tour package in Rosario that includes visits to places related to Lionel Messi, like his birth house and the soccer field (potrero) he played on in childhood. Though Tangol does not have such a package, they tailored a 1-day tour based on our requests for my family (4 persons) with air tickets between Buenos Aires and Rosario, a private minivan + a tour guide in Rosario. The Tangol contact person sent detailed information, including emergency contact, a couple of days before the tour day. Using WhatsApp, she responded promptly and precisely. In Rosario, the tour guide spoke perfect American English. He was friendly to all of us, and we felt comfortable talking to him and asking him many questions. He was knowledgeable about all the places we visited and answered our questions very nicely. That was the best tour of my life!

Murray Sirel (Google Reviewer)

A tad expensive for football,...

01-Dec-2023

A tad expensive for football, but a good service and availability for anything you have to do in Buenos Aires! Would recommend. We went on a great tour to watch racing club against belgrano and apart for the amazing atmosphere, our guide Martin was tremendous! We would recommend using tangol to others.

Michelle Hosten (Google Reviewer)

This was one of the...

14-Jun-2024

This was one of the best tours I have done in a long time. It was so well organized with friendly, knowledgeable staff and so accommodating to our needs. We are a Hospitality & Tourism group and the way they dealt with us was just excellent!!. We saw a vineyard and a winery, did cooking classes, attended tango show, visited historical sites and so much more. Whatever was aligned to our requirements , we did it!! I highly recommend this Agency. You get such a memorable experience and then some. Thank you Tangol and Jessica!!! Thanks to Camillo in Santiago , Chile and Augustin, Franco, the drivers like Brian in Argentina.......Great Job!!!

Tjarco Groefsema (Google Reviewer)

I did a river plate...

24-Feb-2024

I did a river plate organised tour. Very well arranged.

Selar Francis (Google Reviewer)

Going to watch the River...

09-Feb-2025

Going to watch the River Plate game was a wonderful experience. Everything was perfectly organized. Thank you 🙏

Tatiana Martens (Google Reviewer)

That was very nice! The...

01-Mar-2024

That was very nice! The operator was super fast and friendly. I confused dates and booked my trip at a wrong date, but I was informed immediately and my booking details were adjusted. The guide was also nice, spoke very clear, gave valuable information regarding the places we visited. Thank you!

Beth Salinas (Google Reviewer)

The show was unexpectedly good...

05-Jan-2025

The show was unexpectedly good . The different category of show was terrific . We didn’t get the dinner package because I saw some bad review . But I did a la carte and food was good . The show was fantastic variety and I really really really enjoyed it .

Frank Candia (Google Reviewer)

Do not use this company....

23-Dec-2023

Do not use this company. On December 19, 2023, my parents went on the Iguazu Falls tour from Foz do Iguacu, Brazil, using this company. The driver they sent scammed my elderly parents, along with many others in the bus, out of an additional $10 USD per person by making them wait in the vehicle while he went to buy the park tickets. He stripped them of the opportunity to go buy the tickets themselves. This scam involved forcing my parents, along with others in the bus, to pay cash at an exchange rate of 175 Portugese Reais, which works out to approximately $35 USD for each park ticket when it should have been around $25 USD. I asked this company four times for the name and phone number of the driver but they refuse to provide the information. Furthermore, the driver then made each person pay an additional 5 Reais on the way back, claiming it was to pay for some additional fee. Lastly, this booking was done for an 8 am tour departure. The company then sent us an email stating 7:40 am pick-up, which was fine. However, the driver showed up at the hotel at 7:10 am while my mother was still eating breakfast telling her to get moving or he would leave them behind. This is the most disgusting company I have ever dealt with and even to this moment they refuse to provide the driver's information to us because are protecting his scam from the police. I petitioned Viator for a refund for at least one of the tickets but this Tangol company lied to them stating that my parents chose to do the conversion at a much higher market exchange rate with the driver. I hope others that were in the same bus come forward.

Cathie Koss (Google Reviewer)

They cancelled a tour the...

27-Dec-2023

They cancelled a tour the day before-- Pope Francis in Buenos Aires. If you offer a tour I think it is important to go and do the tour as opposed to canceling the day prior. Super frustrating. Would not book with them again.

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