Peru Tour Wild Peru: From the Amazon Jungle to Machu Picchu Tour

Welcome to Peru and Lima. Upon arrival, our team will be expecting you at Lima Airport holding a sign with your name on it. Once acquainted, we’ll drive you to your hotel in Miraflores or Barranco and, on arrival, we’ll assist you while checking in. During the drive, we can address any last-minute questions you may have. 

Depending on your arrival time, we'll offer suggestions for how to make the most of your first day in the city.

Overnight: Lima - Antigua Miraflores or similar
Meal Plan: None

This authentic culinary adventure takes you to the heart of Lima’s gastronomy, visiting markets where locals shop daily. The experience begins early, with pick-up at 6 a.m. The first stop is the city’s largest seafood market, where restaurants purchase fresh products thanks to the Humboldt Current, and where you can observe the wholesale trade that supplies restaurants worldwide. Next, you’ll visit one of the largest fruit and vegetable markets, discovering the diversity of Peruvian produce and the vibrant energy of daily commerce, experiencing an authentic slice of local life.
The culinary adventure continues at the home of a local family in the Surco district, where you’ll take part in a hands-on cooking class. Together, you’ll prepare traditional Peruvian dishes, including fish ceviche, causa limeña, and potatoes with huancaína sauce, followed by lomo saltado and chirimoya meringue for dessert. The experience also includes a pisco cocktail demonstration, where you’ll learn traditional techniques.
Please note that, depending on market availability and seasonal ingredients, some dishes and preparations may differ from those mentioned. The cooking class concludes with everyone sitting down together to enjoy the meal you’ve helped prepare. After lunch, you’ll be driven back to your accommodation.
 

Overnight: Lima - Antigua Miraflores or similar
Meal Plan: Box Breakfast & Lunch

At the arranged time, meet your driver for the transfer to Iquitos and board your flight to the northern Amazon. Upon arrival, lodge staff will welcome you and assist with storing any excess luggage before heading into the rainforest.
Your journey continues with a drive to the port town of Nauta, the gateway to the region’s remote rivers, where you will board a motorised canoe to explore deeper into the jungle. Along the way, your guide will introduce you to the Yarapa and Cumaceba Rivers, highlighting the local ecosystem and abundant wildlife.
At Treehouse Lodge, you will stay in authentic treehouses suspended 10–25 metres above the jungle floor. After an orientation with your guide, you can choose from a range of à la carte activities, including river trips to spot dolphins, guided plant walks, piranha fishing, caiman spotting, night walks, and canopy bridge tours.

Even at rest, your elevated accommodation immerses you in the sounds and atmosphere of the rainforest, creating a unique connection with the Amazon that ground-level lodging cannot offer.
 

Overnight: Iquitos - Tree House Lodge or similar
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Begin your full day in the Amazon with the activities you have selected from the lodge’s programme. This protected area near the Pacaya Samiria Reserve offers multiple ways to explore its rich biodiversity. Start your morning with bird watching from the lodge's elevated walkways, where you may spot toucans, macaws, and parrots feeding in the canopy.
During the day, enjoy river-based activities such as gentle canoe rides to observe river dolphins or fishing for piranhas in the calm waters. For those interested in forest exploration, guided walks provide insight into the practical uses of medicinal plants traditionally used by indigenous communities. The canopy walkways around the lodge allow you to observe the forest from different heights and perspectives.
In the evening, optional activities are available for those who wish to extend their experience: join a night excursion to spot caimans along the riverbanks, take a guided walk to discover nocturnal insects and amphibians, or enjoy stargazing from the river under clear skies, away from artificial light, observing the southern constellations.
 

Overnight: Iquitos - Tree House Lodge or similar
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Wake to your last morning in the rainforest as the canopy comes alive with activity. You have the option to take part in a final excursion during the early hours – perhaps a dawn river trip to spot birds and monkeys at their most active, or a morning walk along the canopy walkways to observe the forest from your unique elevated perspective. These activities are optional and can be chosen based on your interests and energy levels.
After returning to the lodge, prepare for your departure. The journey back offers opportunities to observe life along the rivers as you travel toward Nauta. Following the road transfer to Iquitos, collect your stored luggage at the lodge's city office before continuing to the airport for your return flight to Lima.
Upon arrival in Lima, you’ll receive assistance at the airport and check into the Lima Airport hotel, giving you time to rest before your morning flight to your next destination the following day.
 

Overnight: Lima - Grand Lima Airport Hotel or similar
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch

Welcome to Peru! Your trip starts with a flight to Cusco, where your guide will meet you at the airport. You'll then take a private car to the Sacred Valley of the Incas. The valley is at a lower elevation than Cusco, about 9,415 feet above sea level, which will help you adjust to the high altitude.
On the way, you'll stop at Piuray Lake for lunch. The lake is in a beautiful setting, surrounded by traditional Andean communities. During lunch, you'll take part in a short Andean ceremony called an ofrenda with a local shaman. In this ceremony, you'll give thanks to Pachamama (Mother Earth) and ask for her blessing.
After lunch, if there's time and you feel up to it, you may visit two interesting Inca sites: Moray and Maras. Moray has circular terraces that were likely used by the Incas for agricultural experiments. Maras is an impressive complex of small white salt ponds on the side of a mountain, where people have been gathering and selling salt for hundreds of years.
You'll then go to your hotel in the Sacred Valley. The first day is designed to be a mix of activities and rest to help you get used to the altitude. It's a great introduction to the Sacred Valley of the Incas.
 

Overnight: Sacred Valley - Sonesta Yucay or similar
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch

Start your day by visiting the village of Ollantaytambo, which has retained much of its original Inca charm. The highlight of the town is the Ollantaytambo archaeological site, an impressive fortress with stunning Inca stonework that rivals even Machu Picchu. Arriving in the morning allows you to explore the village before the crowds arrive in the afternoon, giving you a more intimate experience.
After lunch, the next stop is Urubamba, where you will have the opportunity to join the Llamapack Project. Here, you will embark on a walk through the surroundings of Urubamba alongside llamas. This initiative aims to showcase the traditional role of llamas in herding communities, giving you the chance to learn about these native animals while taking them out to graze.
The walk will lead you uphill at a relaxed pace for about 40 minutes, culminating in a spot to indulge in some snacks while taking in the panoramic views and fresh mountain air. You'll then make your way back to the starting point before being driven back to your hotel, capping off a day filled with unique experiences and cultural immersion.
 

Overnight: Sacred Valley - Sonesta Yucay or similar
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch

In the morning, you will catch one of the first trains from Ollantaytambo to Km 104, where the Short Inca Trail begins. The exact departure time depends on train availability.
Upon arrival, you and your guide will check in at the national park office, cross the Urubamba River, and begin the hike. Along the trail, you may stop at two Inca sites: Chachabamba and Wiñaywayna, although the main highlight today is the trail itself and its spectacular views.
The first segment is mostly uphill and may take up to four hours. At Wiñaywayna, you can rest and explore this beautiful site, complete with an impressive cascade. From here, it’s another 2.5 miles (4 km) through forested paths to the Sun Gate, with some ups and downs. The final 300 feet (100 m) feature a steep stone stairway, rewarding you with breathtaking views of Machu Picchu from “Inti Punku.”
After pausing to enjoy the sights, you’ll descend the final 1.2-mile (2 km) stretch, a gentle downhill walk to Machu Picchu, where you’ll take in classic views from “The Guardian's Hut.” Tomorrow, you’ll explore the main site in depth.
 

Overnight: Aguas Calientes - El Mapi by Inkaterra or similar
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Box Lunch & Dinner

Machu Picchu, here we come! This morning, a short 5-minute walk takes you to the shuttle buses for a 25-minute ascent up a steep mountain will lead you to Machu Picchu. After ticket control, the exploration begins. Accompanied by your guide, delve into the ancient Inca citadel, discovering its history and hidden gems. Depending on interest, a visit to Machu Picchu can take between 2 and 3 hours. 
After the visit, return on the shuttle buses to Aguas Calientes where you will have time for lunch (not included) and to relax. At the coordinated time, take the train back to Ollantaytambo. Here, your private driver will be waiting to transfer you back to your hotel in Cusco. This day promises to provide a comprehensive and insightful experience of Machu Picchu, offering a unique and enriching insight into this historically significant site.
 

Overnight: Cusco - Casa Andina Premium Cusco or similar
Meal Plan: Breakfast

Discover Cusco through its food and history on this 4 to 5-hour walking tour that combines tastings with visits to the city's main historical sites. Begin at San Pedro Market, sampling traditional tamales, chicharrón with mote, and other local foods while learning about Andean ingredients. Continue to Plaza de Armas to try chiriuchu, a festive dish showcasing the blend of indigenous and colonial cuisine.
Explore the historic center, visiting Qorikancha temple complex and tasting Andean piqueo with mate de muña. Enjoy ceviche de trucha, adobo cusqueño, and chicha de jora, experiencing how local ingredients and techniques tell the story of Cusco’s culinary culture. Sample traditional desserts along the way.
The tour concludes in the bohemian San Blas neighborhood, offering artisan workshops, narrow streets, and a viewpoint over Cusco's red-tiled roofs and surrounding mountains. Some dishes may vary due to seasonality or availability.
 

Overnight: Cusco - Casa Andina Premium Cusco or similar
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch

Begin your adventure with an early 4:00 a.m. departure for the drive to Quiquijana for breakfast before continuing to the trailhead. This full-day trek takes you to Waqrapukara, a relatively undiscovered yet impressive archaeological site. The journey includes a scenic drive along Pomacanchi lagoon, through agricultural fields and pastoral landscapes, reaching the hiking start at 3,700 meters.
The trek begins with 1.5 hours of hiking through Apurimac Canyon to the Waqrapukara viewpoint, offering your first glimpse of the fortress perched on the canyon edge. The site, at 4,140 meters, features horn-shaped rock formations and expertly crafted stone platforms, plazas, and structures from pre-Inca and Inca periods.
Spend 1.5 hours exploring the site and enjoying a packed lunch amidst the dramatic canyon and crystalline lagoons. Afterward, hike back to the starting point and return to Cusco in the early evening.
 

Overnight: Cusco - Casa Andina Premium Cusco or similar
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Box Lunch

Make the most of your last day walking around Cusco's plazas and markets and soaking in the city's unique style. After, at the designated time, your private transfer will take you to Cusco's airport, where you will board your flight to Lima and then connect to your journey home. 
We hope you have enjoyed your time with us, and hope to see you again some time!
 

Overnight: None
Meal Plan: Breakfast