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18 Day Complete Peru Small Group Tour

This tour is escorted by local city guides in each location. The local guides will join you during the included activities and local representatives will assist with transfer arrangements. Another portion is self-guided, whether conducted by rail, cruise, or land, and you will travel between destinations on your own, with free time to explore at your own pace.

Escorted Type
Local Guides & Self-Guided

This tour is categorised as 3 out of 5

 

Balanced exploration with walking tours: Our most popular style, this tour offers a good mix of planned activities and free time. Expect moderate daily walking tours, so pack comfortable shoes.

 

As a general requirement across all of our trips, you may be required to walk up and down stairs, get on and off transportation, handle your own luggage, and participate in all scheduled sightseeing that may be conducted on uneven ground and terrain. Any physical ailments you may have must be disclosed at the time of booking to determine your suitability and where required, supporting documentation may be requested to ensure that we are comfortable that you will enjoy your trip.

Pace
Balanced

Experience a superior level of comfort. Our Small Group tours have been crafted for Inspiring Vacations travellers exclusively, with personal and unique experiences in mind. Travel with no more than 26 people, allowing for a more personalised and immersive experience. Please see the Important Information on your selected tour for the exact group size.

Group Size
Small Group

Take advantage of our 7 day cooling-off period. 

Cooling Off Period
7 Days
Small Group Tour
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✓ Small group tour, up to 20 guests only
✓ Incredible sightseeing including the Inca treasures of the Sacred Valley, the awe-inspiring Machu Picchu, islands of Lake Titicaca, and two days exploring Peru’s Amazon Jungle
✓ All internal flights, coach, boat and rail transportation
✓ Ride the iconic train from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes, on the foothills of Machu Picchu
✓ 17 nights in hand-picked, quality, 3, 4 and 5-star accommodation including a feature homestay in Lake Titicaca and 2 nights at a stunning eco-friendly lodge in the Amazon
✓ Breakfast daily, 5 lunches and 5 dinners
✓ Beat the crowds, arrive early to Machu Picchu and be astounded by the grandeur of this bucket list archaeological site with a guided tour
✓ Fully escorted by an expert, English-speaking guide in each location (excluding internal flights)
✓ Comfortable, dedicated transportation throughout
✓ Option to add the Galapagos Islands with our 25 Day Complete Peru & Galapagos Small Group Tour

✈ Needing international airfares to accompany your Inspiring Vacation? You will be able to access our flight portal after securing your package to add international airfares to your booking.

🛏️ Shared room available for solo passengers. This tour offers solo passengers the option to share a room with a fellow passenger of the same gender and avoid the Single Traveller supplement.

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Itinerary

Hotel
Pullman Miraflores Hotel or Similar

Welcome to Lima, the "City of Kings". Upon arrival at the airport, make your own way to the hotel.

Special Information 

Airport transfers are not included. Our transfer portal offers the option to book your airport transfers for an easier arrival experience (additional charges apply). Access to this portal will be available through your Traveller Hub once your booking is confirmed.

Hotel
San Agustin Paracas Hotel or Similar
Meals
Breakfast

Enjoy breakfast before meeting your tour leader at approximately 9am for a welcome briefing & some tips during your stay in Peru. Following this, we enjoy a walking tour of the city starting with a panoramic view of the “Huaca Pucllana Pyramid” a magnificent ceremonial and archeological centre built in the 4th century A.D. Then, you’ll visit the colonial side of the city where you'll see attractions like the Cathedral, the Viceroyalty of Peru, the main places of Lima's Plaza Mayor (Main Square), the Government Palace, the City Hall, and other important monuments.

After our tour, we continued for approximately 4 hours by road to Paracas. Paracas Bay, with its southern end lying within the Paracas National Reservation is well known for its abundant wildlife. On arrival, you are transferred to your hotel located on the oceanfront where every room overlooks the sea. 

Enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure. 

Inspiring Highlights

  • Plaza Mayor
  • Government Palace
  • City Hall

Special Information 
Your travel time today will be approximately 4 hours.

Hotel
San Agustin Paracas Hotel or Similar
Meals
Breakfast

You will have an early start today and will be leaving the hotel at approximately 7:30 am to begin your tour of the spectacular Ballestas Islands by boat.  Inhabited by amazing marine life, with over 200 types of migratory and resident birds, including Peruvian Pelicans, Peruvian boobies and turkey vultures, among others. In addition, you will also see hundreds of sea lions resting at the beaches, sleeping on the rocks or swimming nearby. The islands also provide shelter to the shy Humboldt penguins which are usually seen at the entrances of small caves near the cliffs.

Following our tour, we return to the hotel where the rest of the day is at leisure to take advantage of the hotel’s facilities.

Alternatively, you may wish to book an optional tour to see the incredible Nazca lines by air.

Inspiring Highlights

  • Ballestas Islands

Special Information 
Your travel time today will be approximately 1 hour.
The visit to Ballestas Island is by shared boat with bilingual English/Spanish speaking guide.

Optional Tour - Nazca Lines overflight from Pisco airport

The mystery surrounding the Nazca Lines enigma continues to go unanswered. Buckle up and get ready to be amazed by the splendour and magnificent art of the Nazca lines in the comfort of a fixed wing Grand Caravan Cessna aircraft . Unfolding beneath you are dozens of animal figures, trapezoids and hundreds of ruler-straight lines that lie across the rocky Nazca plateau, visible only from the air. Some say it is an ancient solar calendar. Others suggest the Lines acted as ritual pathways for religious processions. Still others believe it was just an ancient culture’s way of asking for water during a long drought. 

Meeting Point: Hotel
Includes: Hotel transfers and scenic flight
Start Time: Depending on availability
Duration: 1 hour and 40 minutes

Note: The Ministry of Culture tourist entrance ticket for the Nazca Lines must be paid locally. The current charge is PEN 47.00 (approx USD12.00) per person. 
The flight over the Nasca Lines always depends on the weather conditions for the safety of all passengers. You must bring your passports because of the security checks.

Hotel
Casa Andina Select Arequipa or Similar
Meals
Breakfast

In the morning, after breakfast, you will be transferred approximately 4.5 hours by road to Lima airport in time for your included flight to Arequipa. A delightful colonial city, Arequipa is situated at the foot of El Misti Volcano, a snow-capped perfect cone of 5,822 metres. Known as the White City, Arequipa is teeming with fine Spanish buildings and wonderful natural landscape. 

On arrival you will be transferred to your historic hotel located in front of the main square of Plaza de Armas, where you can explore this wonderful city.

Special Information 
Your travel time today will be approximately 9 hours.

Your included flight allows one checked bag up to 15kg (33 lbs), and one 7kg (15 lbs) carry-on, with options to increase your luggage allowance at the airport if needed. Your flight will be unescorted, however your tour guide will assist you on either end to ensure that your journey is trouble free. 

On your departure from Lima you will say goodbye to your tour guide, and your group will be met by a tour leader in Arequipa, who will be there to help you with everything between Arequipa and departure from Cusco.

Hotel
Casa Andina Select Arequipa or Similar
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner

After breakfast, meet your local guide for a walking tour of the main historic sites of Arequipa. Visit the Plaza de Armas (Main square), one of the most beautiful and stunning of Peru. Here you will visit the Basilica Cathedral of Arequipa with its neo classic style with French influences. We then take a visit to the Compaña de Jesus church, with its interior adorned with beautiful colonial paintings and golden altars. Finally, visit the local market of San Camilo as we taste our way through its exotic fruits, vegetables, and prepared dishes to get a better understanding of the culinary culture of Arequipa.

This evening enjoy a traditional dinner, Peruvian style, at a local picanteria. The restaurants in Arequipa are known as “Picanterias” a word that comes from “pick”, as people come together and sit around a table and “pick” from a large sharing plate filled with local specialties.

Inspiring Highlights

  • Plaza de Armas
  • Compaña de Jesus
  • San Camilo Market
  • Dinner at local picanteria

Hotel
Casa Andina Standard Colca or Similar
Meals
Breakfast

After breakfast we leave Arequipa behind as we travel towards the Colca Canyon this morning. On the way we make a stop at Pampas Cañahuas (3,500m/11,482 Ft), a National Reserve where you may spot some Vicuñas and Alpacas that can be seen running freely on these high plateaus. 

Continue your journey to the Colca Canyon as we ascend to the highest point of the trip (4,800 m /15,748 Ft). From here look over the incredible landscape across the Andes with the volcanoes Ubinas, Mismi, Misti, Chachani, Sabancaya (active) and Ampato all dotting the background. Arrive this afternoon at the quaint village of Chivay (3,600 m /11.811 Ft) where you will check into your charming hotel made up of rustic stone cottages located at the edge of the Canyon.  The rest of the afternoon and evening is at leisure to explore the village on your own. Take the opportunity to relax and rejuvenate in the warm waters of La Calera Hot Springs, surrounded by towering mountains and breathtaking Andean scenery (entrance ticket is included)

Inspiring Highlights

  • Pampas Cañahuas
  • Colca Canyon
  • La Calera Hot Springs

Special Information 
Your travel time today will be approximately 4 hours.

Hotel
Tierra Viva Puno or Similar
Meals
Breakfast

After breakfast, we travel towards the “Cruz Del Condor”, a natural lookout point where you can see Condors flying over the canyon and spectacular views of the canyon with hundreds of ancient agricultural terraces carved onto the slopes of the mountains.  Afterwards, you will return to the village of Chivay and travel approximately 4 hours towards the city of Puno, crossing the Altiplano (high Andean plateau). 

Upon arrival into Puno, you will be dropped off at your hotel located in the historic centre of the city.  Located between the shores of Lake Titicaca and the mountains surrounding the city, Puno is the gateway to the famous floating islands of the Uros, an amazing archipelago of Totora islands, inhabited by the Uros, descendants of one of the oldest cultures of the continent.

Tonight enjoy a free night to explore Puno.

Inspiring Highlights

  • Cruz Del Condo

Special Information 
Your travel time today will be approximately 4 hours.

Hotel
Homestay or Similar
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

An early morning start today is approximately 7am for our tour of Lake Titicaca. Sitting 3820 metres above sea level, it holds the title of highest navigable lake in the world. 

Hop in a motorboat and learn about the spiritual significance the lake holds for the Quechua while cruising across its waters. Stop off at Uros Titinos, a floating man-made island made entirely from reeds and home to several families. 

Later, head to your homestay in the Lake Titicaca region. To get a better understanding of daily life, why not help your host family with some of their daily activities. Your hosts will be happy to teach you a few words of their language, Quechua, and a friendly game of soccer may also be on the cards! Enjoy dinner in your homestay.

Inspiring Highlights

  • Lake Titicaca 
  • Uros Titinos

Special Information
Your travel time today will be approximately 3 hours.

Depending on your group size today's touring maybe a shared service with other travellers.

Your homestay offers an authentic cultural experience in a traditional mud-brick house with basic facilities, including shared outdoor manual flushing toilets. Showers are not available for this night.

Hotel
Tierra Viva Puno or Similar
Meals
Breakfast

After breakfast, take a 1-hour boat ride to Taquile Island. The locals here make their livelihood out of textiles, with the women doing the spinning and men doing the knitting. Browse the handmade goods sold here including warm, high-quality items. Next, take an uphill trek for about an hour to visit the main area of the island. After a brief stay, the boat will take you back to Puno (about 3 hours).

Enjoy an evening at your leisure.

Inspiring Highlights

  • Taquile Island  

Special Information 
Your travel time today will be approximately 4 hours.
Depending on your group size today's touring maybe a shared service with other travellers.

Hotel
Sonesta Cusco Hotel or Similar
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch

This morning at approximately 7am we’ll set off for Cusco today, a ten-hour bus journey. This is a gorgeous scenic journey where along the way, we’ll visit charming landmarks rich with natural beauty and history including the Pukara Museum, and "La Raya" the highest point on this route at 4335 metres high. Afterwards you will descend towards the picturesque "village of Sicuani", where you will enjoy an included buffet lunch at a local restaurant, which is served with native products of this region. Later on, you’ll continue your tour at the famous "Inca Temple of Racchi", considered the only Inca place where visitors can see circular constructions, and walls of mud bricks, something you won't see anywhere else on your trip. Then, continue to the traditional town of Andahuaylillas, where you will visit an impressive Cathedral built in the colonial era. Finally, you will arrive in Cusco in the late afternoon. 

Cusco is the continent's oldest continuously inhabited city and was the home of the Inca Empire for two centuries before the Spanish built their first capital here. Today Cusco is a fascinating combination of both cultures. Inca-built walls line the central streets and many of the elegant colonial buildings are built on or around Inca foundations. This is a city steeped in history, tradition and legend and is a perfect base for explorations into the Inca world or to enjoy a range of outdoor activities.

Tonight enjoy an evening at leisure, to rest after a long day of travel and exploration.

Inspiring Highlights

  • Pukara Museum
  • La Raya
  • Inca Temple of Racchi
  • Andahuaylillas

Special Information 
Your travel time today will be approximately 10 hours.
Depending on your group size the bus service may be shared with other passengers.

Hotel
Sonesta Cusco Hotel or Similar
Meals
Breakfast

In the morning after breakfast, we set out to discover some of Cusco's lesser-known sights on a guided walking tour. Visit the facade of Qoricancha temple, San Pedro market, the main square, 12 Angled Stone, Regocijo Square and San Blas Square. End the walking tour at Xapiri Café where you will be able to taste traditional snacks.

Enjoy the rest of the afternoon and evening to further explore this wonderful city.

Inspiring Highlights

  • Qoricancha Temple 
  • San Pedro Market
  • Regocijo Square 
  • San Blas Square

Hotel
Taypikala Sacred Valley Hotel or Similar
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch

In the morning after breakfast, travel approximately 2 hours through the Sacred Valley on the outskirts of Cusco. Known as Wilcamayo to the Incas, the lush, fertile valley has long been the main source of food for the high Andes. Maize crops can be seen surrounding the river and covering the terraces carved high into the valley walls. 

You will head to a community in the Valley to learn about local lifestyle and activities and if our visit coincides with market day you can spend time browsing the stalls in search of hand-painted beads or warm ponchos and maybe practising some of the local language, Quechua. You will enjoy regional lunch with the community. Later you will continue the tour visiting the town of Ollantaytambo which has been built over an ancient Inca town. This is a magnificent example of Inca urban planning and one of the few places where the Incas defeated the Spanish. Ollantaytambo's archaeological site is located to the east of the Plaza de Armas. The upper terraces of this site offer great photo opportunities of the squared grid town below.

By the afternoon, you will be transferred to your hotel in the Sacred Valley where you will enjoy the evening at your leisure.

Inspiring Highlights

  • Local Community visit & lunch
  • Ollantaytambo

Special Information 
Your travel time today will be approximately 2 hours.

Hotel
El Mapi by Inkaterra Hotel or Similar
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner

After breakfast enjoy a guided trip to Maras Salt Ponds and the circular terraces of Moray. On the way you will see some of the most scenic spots in the Sacred Valley. First, visit the ancient salt ponds near the village of Maras, where salty springs emerge from the hillside and the Incas built terraces to capture the flows and harvest salt. Continue to Moray, where huge circular agricultural terraces were built by the Incas on limestone sinks to plant various crops. It is said to have a cosmological significance, however, the Incas used the terraces as an agricultural laboratory to determine the optimum conditions for each species in varying altitudes. 

After your tour, head to the local train station to board the tourist train towards Aguas Calientes, a modern little town close to the Sanctuary of Machu Picchu. The train ride to Machu Picchu is one of the most beautiful journeys that visitors can experience in Peru. After passing the Sacred Valley of the Incas the train starts to descend gradually along the edge of the Urubamba River, until finally reaching the cloud forest.

After approximately 1 hour 45 minutes you will have arrived in Aguas Calientes town, where you will be taken to your hotel for the night.

Dinner is included at the hotel.

Inspiring Highlights

  • Moray Salt Ponds
  • Aguas Calientes Tourist Train

Special Information
Your travel time today will be approximately 2.5 hours.

Today you will journey to Aguas Calientes with a single backpack containing your essentials for the overnight stay. Your main luggage will be securely stored at the train station in Ollantaytambo and will be retrieved the following day before your return to Cusco.

Hotel
Sonesta Cusco Hotel or Similar
Meals
Breakfast

After breakfast, you will be taken to Machu Picchu, the impressive Lost City of the Incas. Upon arrival, we’ll enter the archaeological zone of Machu Picchu and the tour guide will show you the most important sectors of this great Inca City.

Now the most recognisable icon of the Inca civilisation, Machu Picchu was long thought to be legendary. Then, in 1911, explorer Hiram Bingham stumbled upon its remains. At 2430 metres above sea level, Machu Picchu is in the middle of a tropical mountain forest, in an extraordinarily beautiful setting. It was probably the most amazing creation of the Inca Empire at the height of their reign. The stonework has to be seen up close to truly comprehend its intricate beauty. Giant walls, terraces and ramps seem as if they have been cut naturally in the continuous rock escarpments.

After the tour, we’ll return to Aguas Calientes by bus before taking the tourist train back to Ollantaytambo town, followed by a transfer to your hotel in Cusco.

Inspiring Highlights

  • Machu Picchu

Special Information 
Your travel time today will be approximately 4.5 hours.

Hotel
Ikam Riverview Amazon Lodge or Similar
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today will be an early start as you will be transferred to Cusco airport for your included flight to Puerto Maldonado, your gateways to the incredible Amazon Jungle and coined the Capital of Biodiversity.

Begin your authentic Amazon adventure with a scenic motorised boat journey along the tranquil waters of the Madre de Dios and Tambopata rivers. During the 30-minute ride, soak in stunning views of lush vegetation and vibrant wildlife along the riverbanks.

On arrival at your jungle accommodation, settle into your comfortable lodging and receive a warm welcome from the team. Take some time to relax and unwind before enjoying a delicious lunch inspired by local flavours.

Your first Amazonian experience begins in the late afternoon with a serene boat ride along the Tambopata River. As the sun sets, admire the fiery hues lighting up the horizon while sipping refreshing drinks and savouring a delightful Amazonian snack. On the return journey, a spotlight will guide the way as you search for nocturnal wildlife, such as caimans resting along the riverbanks.

In the evening, delight in an à la carte dinner crafted with fresh, regional ingredients. Conclude your day by retreating to your accommodation, where the soothing sounds of the rainforest provide the perfect backdrop for relaxation.

Inspiring Highlights

  • Amazon Jungle

Special Information 
Your travel time today will be approximately 4.5  hours.

Your included flight allows one checked bag up to 23kg (51lbs), and one 7kg (15 lbs) carry-on, with options to increase your luggage allowance at the airport if needed. Your flight will be unescorted, however your tour guide will assist you on either end to ensure that your journey is trouble free. 

For assistance with a packing list, please see our ‘Packing Essentials’ in the ‘Your Tour Experience’ section for this tour.

On your departure from Cusco you will say goodbye to your tour guide, and your group will be met by a tour leader in Puerto Maldonado, who will be there to help you with everything between Puerto Maldonado and departure from Cusco.

Please note that the order and schedule of your Amazon activities may vary according to the weather conditions.  Should the flight schedule to Puerto Maldonado have you arriving later in the day, transport to the lodge may be by road. Touring during your stay in the Amazon will be provided by the lodge's tour guide and will be shared with other guests.

Hotel
Ikam Riverview Amazon Lodge or Similar
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After an early breakfast, your morning begins with an exploration of Lake Sandoval, a pristine oxbow lake nestled within the Tambopata National Reserve. The journey starts with a 45-minute boat ride, followed by a scenic hour-long hike through sun-dappled rainforest trails. Upon reaching the lake, board a traditional canoe to glide across its mirror-like waters, surrounded by lush vegetation and abundant wildlife.

Lake Sandoval is home to a remarkable array of species. You may encounter playful giant river otters, colourful macaws, howler monkeys, and the unique prehistoric hoatzin. The lake also teems with black caimans, turtles, and a kaleidoscope of exotic birds and butterflies, offering an unforgettable glimpse into the biodiversity of the Madre de Dios region.

Return to your lodge by midday, just in time to enjoy a delicious lunch. The afternoon is yours to spend at leisure—whether birdwatching, strolling through the gardens, or simply relaxing in the serene surroundings.

After an à la carte dinner, consider joining the optional Circle of Fire experience, gathering around a campfire to share stories beneath the starlit sky. Alternatively, embark on an exhilarating night walk at 8:30 PM to discover the rainforest’s nocturnal wonders. Equipped with flashlights, venture into the jungle to observe the fascinating creatures that awaken after dark, bringing the mysteries of the forest to life. 

Inspiring Highlights

  • Lake Sandoval

Special Information
Both evening activities are included at no additional cost.

Hotel
Pullman Miraflores Hotel or Similar
Meals
Breakfast

Enjoy your last morning waking to the sounds of the rainforest as parakeets chatter away in the trees and monkeys swing through the treetops. After breakfast, if weather permits we travel by boat for the 30-minute return trip along the Madre de Dios River until arriving at the airport for your included flight to Lima. 

Upon arrival at Lima, you will be transferred to your hotel where the rest of the day is at leisure

Special Information 
Your travel time today will be approximately  5 hours

Meals
Breakfast

Your Peruvian adventure ends today at the hotel after breakfast. 

Thank you for travelling with Inspiring Vacations. We hope you had a memorable experience.

Special Information

Airport transfers are not included. Our transfer portal offers the option to book your airport transfers for an easier arrival experience (additional charges apply). Access to this portal will be available through your Traveller Hub once your booking is confirmed.

If Inspiring Vacations has not provided your international airfares, please ensure you provide your flight details via your Traveller Hub portal no later than 90 days prior to travel so that your transfers can be confirmed.

Inclusions

  • Small, intimate group experience – no more than 20 people
  • Breakfast daily, 5 lunches and 5 dinners
  • Fully escorted by an English-speaking guide in each location (excluding internal flights)
  • 17 nights in hand-picked, quality, 3 and 4-star accommodation 
  • 17 breakfasts, 5 lunches and 5 dinners 
  • Included internal flights in economy class from Lima to Arequipa, Cusco to Puerto Maldonado, and Puerto Maldonado to Lima 
  • Incredible sightseeing including the Inca treasures of the Sacred Valley, the awe-inspiring Machu Picchu, islands of Lake Titicaca, and two days exploring Peru’s Amazon Jungle
  • Entrance fees as specified in the itinerary

  • Lima -  Join a local tour to explore colonial Lima
  • Paracas - Visit to Ballestas Island by boat and optional sightseeing flight over the incredible Nazca lines
  • Arequipa -  Enjoy a walking tour of this  delightful Colonial City, situated at the foot of El Misti Volcano followed by dinner at a local “picanteria” 
  • Colca Canyon  - visit the hot springs, as well as the “Cruz Del Condor” to observe the giant Andean Condors as well as amazing views of the Canyon
  • Lake Titicaca - Enjoy a full day tour of the Uros & Taquile Islands of Lake Titicaca and experience true Peruvian hospitality in a local homestay
  • Cusco - Uncover the mysteries of the Inca Empire on a guided walking tour of the Empire’s capital and ample free time to unravel the city’s secrets at your own pace
  • Sacred Valley - Witness the land where Inca culture is still very much alive
  • Aguas Calientes - Ride the Iconic Peruvian rail to Aguas Calientes - on the foothills of Machu Picchu
  • Machu Picchu - take on a guided tour of this Inca Citadel which remained hidden from the world until 1911
  • Amazon Jungle - Spend 2 days exploring the Amazon Jungle staying in a 4-star eco lodge

Inspiring Tastes
  • Enjoy a traditional dinner, Peruvian style, at a local picanteria.
 
Inspiring Stays
  • Spend 2 nights immersed in nature at a beautiful 4 star eco lodge in the pristine Amazon jungle.

Essential Information

Secure your trip with a $99.00 deposit per person.

Once we receive your deposit, we will send you an invoice with your remaining balance and payment options.

Instalment Schedule:

  1. At the time of booking pay a $99.00 deposit per person.
  2. Pay a 1st installment of $500.00 per person within 28 days.
  3. Pay a 2nd installment of $1,000.00 per person within 90 days.
  4. You will then be invoiced for final payment 120 days prior to departure.

This is a land only package.

This package does not include international airfares. If you would like to add airfares to your booking our flight portal will be available via your Traveller Hub. The flight portal will allow you to search for all available airfares to your destination. The function works like most general flight search engines allowing you to select your preferred airline, book different cabin classes (eg. Business class) and view flight durations and transit times to your destination. 

The flight portal will be available via your Traveller Hub once the following criteria has been met:

  • Your booking is confirmed
  • Your departure date is within 11 months
  • You  have completed your passenger detail form

Visit our Flight Hub for more information on terms and conditions, amending your flights and information on luggage allowances. 

It is the traveller's responsibility to ensure they have a valid passport. The passport must be valid for a minimum of six months from the intended date of return. Visas may be required for your destination. For further visa information, click here.

Fitness Requirement
While the tour itinerary should give you some guidance and overview to the expected requirements, to determine if this tour is right for you we categorise each of our tours in terms of their intensity. These guidelines are to ensure that each tour group is conducted as expected and to ensure the overall satisfaction of all Inspiring Vacations customers.

As a general rule, porterage is not included, therefore at all times you are expected to handle your own luggage where help may not be available.

This particular tour is categorised as a”3”

3 – Moderate Tour: A good level of fitness and mobility is required, as this tour includes a moderate level of physical activity and is considered a medium-fast paced tour. You should be able to walk up and down stairs, get on and off the coach and able to walk reasonable distances of approximately 2 kilometres per day or more with ease. Any physical ailments you may have must be disclosed at the time of booking to determine your suitability. If you have any form of walking aids, other than a walking stick or hiking poles, then this tour is not suitable.

Travelling at altitude
Several areas visited on this tour are located at approximately 3700-4000 metres (approx. 13000 feet) above sea level where it’s common for travellers to experience some adverse health effects due to altitude – regardless of age, gender and fitness. It's important that you discuss this itinerary and your travel plans with your doctor beforehand. Prescription medication to prevent altitude sickness is available. If left untreated, altitude sickness can lead to serious health complications or even be fatal. While on tour, safety is paramount and it’s important that you discuss any altitude sickness symptoms with your local guide, so that appropriate medical attention can be provided. Follow this link for more helpful information on altitude sickness.

Machu Picchu Entrance Tickets
In order to secure entrance tickets into Machu Picchu, it is essential we receive your passport details no later than 70 days prior to your trip commencement. Please ensure you have added your passport details to your booking via the Traveller Hub. Failure to do so may result in inability to obtain the best possible route for your visit to Machu Picchu.

Home Stay - Lake Titicaca
This itinerary includes one night at a homestay where the facilities are basic. There is no heating, but you will be provide many heavy blankets to keep warm. It is advisable to bring a sleeping bag liner.

The rooms do not have private bathrooms. The toilet is shared for the house and is usually located outside. The toilet has a manual flush system (a large container of water and a bucket are provided for flushing) since there is no running water in the toilets.

It is recommended to bring thermal clothing as nights can be cold at altitude. Bring a flashlight/torch for the evenings.

Tipping
A friendly reminder that tipping is not included in your package. While tipping is not customary, it's of great significance to the people who will take care of you during your travels, inspires excellent service, and is an entrenched feature of the tourism industry across many destinations.

You may also consider tipping your tour leader and driver for outstanding service throughout your trip. Remember, a tip is not compulsory and should only be given when you receive excellent service.

Accommodation
The accommodation listed is subject to change. Any changes will be of an equal or higher standard. Bedding configurations (double or twin) are requests only. All efforts will be made to meet your preferences, however, any changes are beyond our control.

Single Supplement
Single supplement is $1,611.00 per person, in addition to the twin-share price.

Triple Share
Not available.

Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is recommended to protect yourself against the unexpected. In addition to the support that a policy may provide, you may be asked to present a copy of your travel insurance documentation while traveling.

We have partnered with nib to offer our customers competitive rates for their travel insurance. You can book Comprehensive or Essentials cover for your domestic, international or multi-trip journeys simply by clicking HERE.

 Note that Inspiring Vacations cannot provide advice with regards to any insurance product.

Visa & Passport information
It is the traveller's responsibility to ensure they have a valid passport. The passport must be valid for a minimum of six months from the intended date of return.

Visas may be required.

Please note that these details are subject to change without notice. We recommend visiting https://smartraveller.gov.au for up to date information in terms of entry requirements.

Group Size

4-20  people

Children
Children must be 5 years old or above and share a room with parents at all times. Children are charged the same price as adults.

Tour Style
To meet the needs of various types of travelers, we choose to operate various types of tours, and depending on your selected package will mean different services are provided throughout your trip. The following descriptions of each tour style we hope will ensure that each traveller has appropriate expectations before they start their travels: 

  • Fully Escorted - This tour is fully escorted by an expert English-speaking guide who will accompany you throughout the tour.

All participants must be in good physical condition to fully engage in this journey. For the safety and welfare of yourself and fellow travellers, if you are feeling unwell prior to departure, we advise staying home and contacting us to arrange alternate plans.

Prior to selecting your trip, carefully review the itinerary to assess your ability to comfortably manage our travel style. Please be aware that if, based on evaluation by our leader or local representative, a participant is deemed unable to safely complete the itinerary, we retain the right to exclude them from all or part of the trip without reimbursement.

It is advisable to consult your physician for current medical travel advisories and any required vaccinations before embarking. We recommend carrying a first aid kit and any necessary medications in their original packaging, as they may not be readily available during travel. For those carrying medication, it's essential to check your government's foreign travel guidelines for local restrictions or regulations.

To enhance your journey, we are offering guests a choice of the following optional activities (prices are per person):

  • Nazca Lines overflight from Pisco airport (Day 3) - $527 per person

Optional tours can be selected once you have finalised your tour purchase and paid your deposit. When completing your Passenger Booking Form, you will be asked if you would like to add Optional Tours, where any applicable cost will be added to your final balance. If you choose not to select them at this time, you can choose to add them later by logging in to your Account online.

Please note that you must select your Optional Tours no later than 70 days before departure, after which you will be required to purchase them on tour. Please keep in mind that anything purchased on-tour is subject to availability and prices may vary as you will be paying in local currency. We appreciate your understanding.

You can enhance your holiday by arriving or departing before or after the tour. On this tour you can choose from the following options:

Pre Tour Accommodation

  • $266.00 per room, per night for double and twin share
  • $266.00 per room, per night for solo travellers

Post Tour Accommodation

  • $266.00 per room, per night for double and twin share
  • $266.00 per room, per night for solo travellers

Arrival and departure airport transfers

Your transfer may be shared with other Inspiring Vacations customers.

Please select the number of extra nights required in the 'Additional Nights Accommodation' field when making your purchase. The additional cost for these arrangements will be added to your final payment invoice and are subject to availability.

  • International airfares
  • Airport Transfer
  • Visas
  • Travel insurance (compulsory)
  • Tipping
  • Optional activities
  • Personal expenses
  • Anything not mentioned in the itinerary
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