Altitud Maxima

4,215 m / 13,829 ft

Duracion del Tour

4 Days / 3 Nights

Tamaño de Grupo

Up to 10 people

Nivel Fisico

Easy

Tipo de Tour

Adventure

Tipo de alojamiento

Camping & Lodges

Resumen

From 1619 USD per person

This 9-day program covers main areas in Peru, with all main parts handled by Peru Qantu Adventures. It begins in Lima, moves to Nazca for aerial views, then to Cusco for local sites, includes Machu Picchu, and ends in Puno near Lake Titicaca. Travelers receive support from start to finish. Our own private transportation, driven by highly trained staff, ensures safe moves between locations. Guides, who speak several languages and have handled groups from many countries, provide in-depth talks on each spot.

Peru Qantu Adventures focuses on smooth experiences. A team member tracks your schedule throughout, ready to help if needed. For the train ride to Machu Picchu, you select between two providers: one offers basic service with standard seating, while the other provides added comfort like wider windows for better views. Meals use fresh items from nearby farms, often organic. If you prefer dishes from other countries, ask our booking group about extra fees based on the eating place.

The plan suits people interested in history and nature. Each stop includes time for guided walks with full details from our experienced leaders familiar with these paths. They share facts on Inca ways and Andean customs. Private transportation belongs to our group, keeping things consistent. Sometimes, I recall how visitors feel more at ease knowing someone watches their progress.

Details add to the feel of authenticity. For example, in Puno, interactions with island residents show daily habits tied to the lake. Our guides explain these in clear terms. The setup avoids rushes, giving space to absorb each area. Minor changes in weather might shift times slightly, but we adjust.

This differs from shorter trips by including more spots without feeling packed. Our focus on local elements, like traditional foods, sets it apart. Guides point out unique features, such as how ancient water systems work in certain sites. It’s straightforward, with no hidden parts.

Peru Qantu Adventures maintains high service levels. Trained drivers handle roads well, even in higher areas. The full coverage means less worry for you. One time, a traveler mentioned how the ongoing support made the whole thing relaxed.

Overall, the layout connects coastal, mountain, and lake zones. It provides a broad look at Peru’s varied lands and past. With our team’s input, each day builds on the last.

Peru Package Lima, Nazca, Machu Picchu And Puno 9 Days

Lo mas destacado

Full support from Peru Qantu Adventures team, with a representative monitoring your entire schedule for quick help, unlike many other plans that leave gaps.
Own private transportation and trained drivers ensure reliable, safe rides, better than shared options in competitor tours that might delay.
Guides with worldwide experience in multiple languages give thorough, tailored explanations at each Inca site, surpassing basic overviews in similar agency offerings.
Meals feature natural, local organic ingredients, with flexibility for international choices (additional fees possible, consult reservations), setting us apart from fixed menus elsewhere.
Choice of train companies to Machu Picchu: one for standard travel, another for enhanced views, adding options not always in other 9-day packages.
Inclusion of diverse areas like coastal Nazca and highland Puno, providing broader coverage than shorter trips from our agency or rivals.
Detailed site visits with expert input on Andean traditions, making experiences more informative than generic walks in competing services.
Free time built in for personal exploration, like in Cusco afternoons, offering balance not found in rushed alternatives.

Detalles del Tour

Duration: 9 days total, covering travel and stays.
Starting Point: Arrival in Lima at the airport, with pickup included.
Ending Point: Departure from Juliaca airport back to Lima.
Group Size: Suitable for individuals or small groups, with personalized attention from Peru Qantu Adventures.
Accommodations: 2 nights in Lima, 3 in Cusco, 1 in Aguas Calientes, 2 in Puno, all selected for comfort near main areas.
Transportation: All moves use our own private transportation with skilled drivers; flights not covered.
Guides: Expert leaders fluent in multiple languages, experienced in global traveler needs, offering detailed site explanations.
Meals: Specific lunches on days 2, 4, 7, 8; others at your choice, with options for local organic or international foods (extra costs may apply, check with our reservations team).
Entrance Fees: All tickets to sites included, like Machu Picchu circuit 2 based on slots.
Special Features: Aerial view in Nazca, boat on Lake Titicaca, train to Machu Picchu with company choice.
Price: From 1619 USD per person, covering listed items.
Availability: Subject to train and site slots; book ahead.

Resumen del Itinerario

Day 1: Welcome To Peru – Lima

3:00 p.m.: Pickup from hotel for city tour.
Afternoon: Panoramic view of Huaca Pucllana, then Historic Center, San Francisco Complex, modern areas.
Evening: Return to hotel.

Day 2: Lima – Nazca Lines Tour

4:00 a.m.: Pickup from hotel, head to Pisco and Nazca aerodrome.
Morning: Briefing and 25-minute flight over Nazca Lines.
Midday: Lunch in Nazca.
Afternoon to evening: Return to Lima, arrive around 10:00 p.m.

Day 3: Cusco — City And Surroundings

Morning: Transfer from Lima hotel to airport, flight to Cusco, pickup and hotel transfer.
12:30 p.m.: Start city tour with Cusco Cathedral and Qoricancha.
Afternoon: Visit nearby sites like Tambomachay, Puka-Pukara, Qenqo, Sacsayhuaman.
6:00 p.m.: End at Plaza de Armas.

Day 4: Sacred Valley – Cusco – Pisac – Ollantaytambo

7:30 a.m.: Pickup, visit Pisac site and market.
Noon: Head to Urubamba for buffet lunch.
Afternoon: Explore Ollantaytambo fortress.
Evening: Board train to Aguas Calientes.

Day 5: Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Cusco

Early morning: Transfer to bus station, 25-minute ride to Machu Picchu.
Morning: 2-hour guided tour.
Afternoon: Bus back to Aguas Calientes, optional hot springs or town walk.
Later: Train to Ollantaytambo, transfer to Cusco.

Day 6: Maras – Moray Tour

8:00 a.m.: Depart Cusco, visit Moray terraces and Maras salt mines.
Afternoon: Return to Cusco around 2:00 p.m., free time.

Day 7: South Valley – Puno

6:00 a.m.: Depart Cusco.
8:30 a.m.: Stop at Andahuaylillas.
11:00 a.m.: Visit Raqchi.
12:10 p.m.: Buffet lunch in Sicuani.
2:15 p.m.: Stop at Abra La Raya.
3:30 p.m.: Visit Pukara Museum.
5:00 p.m.: Arrive Puno, hotel transfer.

Day 8: Uros – Taquile – Puno

6:40 a.m.: Pickup, to Lake Titicaca port, 30-minute boat to Uros islands.
Morning to midday: Continue to Taquile, 40-minute walk to village.
Midday: 2-hour exploration and local lunch.
Afternoon: Boat back to Puno around 4:30 p.m., free time.

Day 9: Juliaca – Lima

Morning: Breakfast, transfer to Juliaca airport for flight to Lima.

Itinerario

DAY 1:

Welcome To Peru - Lima

The tour starts with assistance at Jorge Chávez International Airport in Lima and a move to your chosen hotel using our own private transportation with a highly trained driver. In the afternoon, around 3:00 p.m., the team picks you up for a city tour lasting about 2.5 hours. It includes a panoramic look at Huaca Pucllana, a pre-Inca ceremonial area from the 4th century A.D., seen as a holy spot by later groups. Then, the Historic Center shows over 50 old buildings, like the Main Square, Archbishop’s Palace, Cathedral Basilica, and Municipal Palace. After that, visit the San Francisco Monumental Complex, noted for its large collection of old religious art and underground crypts called Catacombs. The day ends with a walk through current Lima areas, such as El Olivar in San Isidro, Miraflores, and Larcomar. A representative from Peru Qantu Adventures stays aware of your plan. Overnight in Lima.

DAY 2:

Lima - Nazca - Lima

Around 4:00 a.m., pickup from your hotel leads to Pisco and then the Nazca aerodrome via our own private transportation with a skilled driver. There, get a talk on the Nazca Lines, large drawings in the desert showing figures like spider, monkey, lizard, hummingbird, and condor. These measure from 15 to 300 meters, with about 30 centimeters depth. The flight lasts 25 minutes. Then, time for lunch in Nazca, using fresh local items. In the afternoon, return to your Lima hotel, arriving near 10:00 p.m. Our guides, experienced in multiple languages, explain the lines’ meanings tied to Andean beliefs. A team member monitors your day. Note: Flight may shift due to weather; pay about 12 USD tax on site. For the small plane ride, carry a camera; eat light to avoid unease. Overnight in Lima.

DAY 3:

Cusco - City And Surroundings

At a suitable time, transfer from your Lima hotel to the airport for the flight to Cusco using our private transportation. On arrival, a warm pickup and move to your hotel. After lunch, around 12:30 p.m., the city tour begins with Cusco Cathedral, a major temple made of three parts: Basilica, Triumph, and Holy Family, holding art from the Cusco School. Next, Qoricancha, an Inca sun worship site later changed by Spanish for teaching locals. It has precise stone walls and Catholic art. Then, nearby Inca sites: start with Tambomachay, focused on water rituals; Puka-Pukara, the red-toned stone structure; Qenqo, with its maze-like galleries and channels; Sacsayhuaman, called satisfied falcon, built with large stones as a sun house and religious center. End around 6:00 p.m. at Plaza de Armas. Guides provide full details on these Inca constructions. A representative tracks your itinerary. After, walk the square for crafts or food in a mild night chill. Overnight in Cusco.

DAY 4:

Sacred Valley - Aguas Calientes

After breakfast, pickup at 7:30 a.m. from your hotel to Pisac Archaeological Site, 45 minutes from Cusco. It shows Inca building skills, likely a royal area under Pachacutec, with terraces, homes, ceremony spots, and water channels for farming. The market offers handmade items. At noon, go to Urubamba for a buffet lunch of Peruvian foods; this spot was an Inca farm hub, now known for top corn and fruits like peaches in rain times. Afternoon: Ollantaytambo fortress, an agricultural, religious, and star-watching center with storage for wind-preserved goods and stones aligned to the sun for valley control. It has layered terraces and big blocks on top. Then, board the train to Aguas Calientes for next day’s Machu Picchu visit; choose company—one basic, one with better sights. Our expert guides explain Andean geography. Private transportation is ours with trained drivers. A team watches your plan. Wear easy shoes for stairs; pack camera, hat, sun block, bug spray, water. Try empanadas in Pisac, corn in Urubamba. Overnight in Aguas Calientes.

DAY 5:

Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu

The day focuses on Machu Picchu, a major Inca site. Early transfer to the bus station for a 25-minute ride to the sanctuary. Feel the area’s energy, mild weather, and calm on entry. See green terraces, stone builds, Inca areas, and temples. The place was a key religious, political, cultural hub in the empire, with tight-joined large stones. The 2-hour tour has our guide sharing history and answering queries, with wide route knowledge in languages. After, bus to Aguas Calientes for hot springs or town stroll. Then, train back to Ollantaytambo (schedules approx., may vary by availability), transfer to Cusco hotel via our private transportation. A representative monitors. Arrive train station 30 minutes early; easy shoes for stairs; pack camera, hat, sun block, bug spray, water. Soak in baths after. Overnight in Cusco.

DAY 6:

Cusco - Maras - Moray Salineras

Depart Cusco at 8:00 a.m. to Maras village and Moray terraces. First, Moray, where Incas made microclimates for high-altitude crop testing. Then, Maras town and salt mines, used since Inca times for salt gathering. Afternoon return to Cusco around 2:00 p.m., free for hotel rest or city walk. Our guides, with route experience, detail these Inca sites. Private transportation ours with trained drivers. A team tracks. For adventure, bike or ATV option at extra cost—ask advisor. Overnight in Cusco.

DAY 7:

South Valley - Puno

Leave Cusco at 6:00 a.m. for Puno via tourist route with stops. At 8:30 a.m., Andahuaylillas (3,122 meters above sea level). At 11:00 a.m., Raqchi (3,450 meters). At 12:10 p.m., buffet lunch in Sicuani (3,552 meters) with local organic foods. At 2:15 p.m., Abra La Raya (4,335 meters). At 3:30 p.m., Pukara Museum (3,900 meters). Arrive Puno (3,800 meters) at 5:00 p.m., pickup and hotel transfer. Guides explain Andean traditions. Our private transportation with skilled drivers. A representative monitors. Overnight in Puno.

DAY 8:

Uros - Taquile - Puno

Pickup at 6:40 a.m., to Lake Titicaca port. 30-minute boat to Uros floating islands, special worldwide. Then to Taquile, arrive 11:30 a.m., 40-minute walk to village. Spend 2 hours seeing views, crafts, islander customs rooted in old ways. Lunch there with natural items. Boat back to Puno around 4:30 p.m., free afternoon. Our guides provide full talks in languages. A team watches. Pack for cold: camera, hat, sun block, water. Overnight in Puno.

DAY 9:

Juliaca - Airport

Breakfast at hotel, then transfer to Juliaca airport for Lima flight, ending the tour. Our private transportation with trained driver.

Inclusions

Incluye

Pre-tour assistance: Our team helps with questions before start, like packing tips or schedule tweaks, to make prep easy.
All transfers in tourist transportation: Using Peru Qantu Adventures’ own private vehicles with highly trained drivers for safe, direct moves between airports, hotels, and sites.
Professional guided tour, English — Spanish: Leaders expert in global travelers, multiple languages, giving detailed explanations on Inca sites and Andean culture at each stop.
All entrance tickets to archaeological sites and tourist attractions mentioned in the tour: Covers fees for places like Huaca Pucllana, Nazca Lines, Machu Picchu, ensuring access without extra buys.
Entrance to Machu Picchu circuit 2 (according to availability): Specific path in the site, with guide’s full input on history.
Train ticket, Ollantaytambo — Aguas Calientes, round trip: Choice of two companies—one standard, one with better view options.
Bus ticket Aguas Calientes — Machu Picchu, round trip: Short rides to and from the site.
Overflight of the Nazca Lines (30 minutes): Aerial view with briefing on the figures’ ties to local traditions.
Tourist bus during the Southern Valley, Cusco — Puno: Comfortable ride with stops, part of our private setup.
Boat trip to visit the Floating Islands: Shared boat for Uros and Taquile, with safety checks.
02 nights of hotel in Lima: Stays near city center for easy access.
03 nights of hotel in Cusco: Rooms in central spots for rest after days.
01 night of hotel in Aguas Calientes: Close to train and bus for convenience.
02 nights of hotel in Puno: Near lake for quick port reach.
Lunches on the 2nd, 4th, 7th and 8th: Meals with natural, local organic ingredients; international options possible (extra cost, ask reservations team).

no Inluido

Flights: Air travel like Lima to Cusco or Juliaca to Lima; book your own to fit times.
Tips: Optional payments to guides or drivers for their work.
Meals not mentioned: Breakfasts, dinners, or extra snacks; choose local spots for variety.
Other services not mentioned: Things like personal buys, extra activities, or insurance.

Que llevar al tour

Comfortable shoes: Needed for walking on uneven ground at sites like Pisac or Machu Picchu, to avoid slips on stone paths.
Small backpack: For carrying daily items without bulk, like during boat rides or tours.
Camera: To capture personal photos of sites, remembering no drones allowed in protected areas.
Hat: Protects from sun in open spots like Nazca or lake islands.
Sunscreen: Essential for high UV in Andes, apply often to prevent burns.
Mosquito repellent: Useful in warmer areas like Aguas Calientes, spray on exposed skin.
Water bottle: Stay hydrated at altitudes, refill at hotels to cut waste.
Light jacket: For cooler evenings in Cusco or Puno, layers help adjust.
Passport: Required for site entries and trains, keep in safe spot.
Cash in local currency: For small buys like market items or tips, as cards not always accepted.

Preguntas Frecuentes

What is the best time of year to take this 9-day Peru tour?

May through September—the Andean dry season—is when the sky forgets how to cry.

Cusco & Machu Picchu: Bluebird days, zero mud on the Sun Gate stairs.
Rainbow Mountain: Neon ridges pop like Skittles under crystal light.
Lake Titicaca: Calm waters, zero boat cancellations, condors doing fly-bys.
Nazca Lines flight: Morning thermals so smooth your pilot could serve pisco mid-loop. Last June we had 42 straight days of postcard weather—your selfies will thank us. Shoulder months (April & October) = 20 % fewer tourists, same sunshine, prices that make your wallet smile. Avoid December–March unless you enjoy free mud masks and surprise showers.

How do I handle altitude sickness during the trip?

Cusco (3,400 m) + Puno (3,850 m) = lungs doing the cha-cha. 48-hour love plan:

Land → nap till 3 p.m.
3 L water (bottle with your name on it)
Zero ceviche binge, yes coca candy
We text “headache check” + deliver canned oxygen prettier than a selfie stick. One puff = instant llama-chasing energy. Diamox? Ask your doc; we email the cheat-sheet.

Is the tour suitable for families with children?

Last week 10-year-old Diego renamed Taquile Island “Pirate Treasure Island” and high-fived a Uros reed boat captain. Kids under 11 → $80 off + free animal stickers. Stairs = playground slides with history lessons. Guides slow the pace to “toddler speed,” hand out gummy bears, and turn every bus ride into karaoke. Nazca flight age 6+; we swap for ground tower + ice-cream bribe.

What if I have dietary needs?

Whisper “sin carne” or “zero gluten” and the picnic blanket becomes your personal chef:

Quinoa sushi at Machu Picchu
Purple-corn risotto on Taquile
Chocolate-dipped kiwicha bars that should be illegal Zero extra cost. Craving pad thai on a reed island? $12 and it appears.

How much walking is involved each day?

Think “Insta-stroll,” not marathon.

Cusco city: 1 hour flat cobblestones
Machu Picchu: 2 hours of “wow” with 200 polite steps
Taquile Island: 40-minute victory hill (500 steps, sea-view reward)
Nazca: zero steps, all sky Sneakers + $10 pole = your calves send thank-you notes.

Can I extend my stay in any city?

Turn 9 days into 12 with one click:

Extra night floating on Uros reeds
Cusco rooftop hot-tub suite + cooking class with grandma
Lima ceviche crawl till sunrise We clone your hotel vibe and stitch the sequel.

What is the difference between the train companies to Machu Picchu?

PeruRail Vistadome → glass roof, live band, snack box that tastes like childhood. Inca Rail First Class → leather throne, pisco cart, starlight ceiling. Both glide along raging rapids—pick the vibe, we lock the exact seat.

Are there options for solo travelers?

Solo superheroes get the royal treatment:

Shared boat = instant 11 new besties
Private room upgrade → $149 total
Guides adopt you like a lost alpaca Last month solo Sarah left with a group chat titled “Titicaca Tribe 2025.”

How safe is the private transportation?

Our vans have names (meet “Inti”) and feelings.

Leather seats, USB ports, cooler stocked with Inka-Kola
Drivers who parallel-park on cliffs
24/7 rep tracking your GPS dot like a hawk Last month a flat tire became a 10-minute astronomy class—zero delays, 100 % legends.

What happens if weather cancels the Nazca flight?

Andean sprinkle = free face mist. Nazca cloud? We pivot to ground tower + dune-buggy safari, full refund on the flight. Happens once every blue moon—your biggest risk is running out of memory card space.

Is English always available for guides?

English flows like the Urubamba on espresso. Last week Luis explained Nazca astronomy in perfect TikTok slang while handing out mate de coca. Need French? German? Korean? Private guides unlock polyglot superheroes.

Can I visit hot springs in Aguas Calientes?

Forty minutes of mineral-rich bubbly bliss for 10 soles—cheaper than a Cusco cocktail. We stash fluffy towels in the van; you stash your hiking boots and float like a happy otter while Machu Picchu photobombs your selfies.

What currency should I use?

Money-belt burrito:

$400 USD crisp bills for hotels
800 soles in 10s/20s for markets, tips, emergency churros Cusco ATMs spit cash 24/7; cards sulk on islands.

How do I book extra activities like ATV in Maras?

One WhatsApp “sunrise ATV + salt-pan picnic” → we stitch it in like a baby-alpaca sweater. $45 pp, zero strangers, 100 % Red-Bull-and-Inca adrenaline.

What health checks are needed?

No mandatory shots, but update tetanus + hep A. Heart flutter? Whisper it when you book → we pair you with the gentlest horse on Taquile. Doctor’s note + our oxygen tank = zero drama, 100 % summit selfies.

Guia de Viajes

Weather Patterns

In Lima, expect mild coastal fog year-round, with temperatures around 60 to 75 degrees Fahrenheit. Cusco and Puno get cold nights, dropping to 30 degrees in winter (June-August), while days hit 60. Nazca stays dry and warm, about 80 degrees. Rain peaks December to March in highlands, making paths slippery. I once got caught in a light shower in Cusco—always pack a poncho.

Year-Round Dressing

Layer clothes: base with t-shirts, add sweaters for evenings. In summer (December-March), light pants and rain jacket. Winter needs wool hats, gloves for Puno chills. Comfortable walking shoes essential everywhere. Avoid heavy coats; locals use alpaca scarves for warmth.

Local People and Customs

People in Cusco and Puno often speak Quechua alongside Spanish, friendly but reserved at first. Greet with a smile. In markets, bargaining is common—start at half price. Islanders in Taquile share weaving traditions; respect by asking before photos. Once, a vendor in Pisac explained her textile patterns, tied to family stories.

Typical Foods

Meals include quinoa soups, fresh trout from Lake Titicaca, and corn-based dishes. In Urubamba, try stuffed rocoto peppers. Organic veggies common. For international, Cusco has pizza spots—extra 10-20 USD. Eat at family-run places for authenticity; avoid raw items if stomach sensitive.

Cheap Eating Spots

In Lima, try ceviche at street stands for 5 USD. Cusco’s San Pedro market offers soups under 3 USD. Puno lakeside vendors sell grilled fish cheaply. Look for set menus (menus del dia) around 4-6 USD in small eateries.

Location	Cheap Option	Average Cost (USD)	Notes
Lima	Ceviche stand	5	Fresh seafood, lunch time busy
Cusco	Market soup	3	Warm, filling; add bread
Puno	Grilled trout	4	Lake view, simple sides
Nazca	Local sandwich	2	Quick after flight

Free Places to Visit

Walk Cusco’s Plaza de Armas for people-watching, no cost. In Lima, Miraflores cliffs offer ocean views. Puno’s lakeside path is open. Huaca Pucllana has free outer looks. Explore Aguas Calientes streets freely.

Physical Effort and Health Needs

The tour involves moderate effort: 2-4 hours walking daily, some stairs at Machu Picchu (up to 200 steps). Altitude over 3,000 meters can cause shortness of breath—about 20% visitors feel it mildly. Fit for most over 12, but heart issues need doctor okay. Hydrate, rest; oxygen at hotels if needed. A friend paced slow on first high day, felt better after.

Effort Comparison

Low: Lima city walks, flat.
Medium: Sacred Valley sites, gentle inclines.
High: Machu Picchu tour, steps and paths—rest breaks help.

Stats show 80% complete without issues; train and bus reduce strain.

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