Day Trips in Peru

While in Peru, don't let time constraints hold you back from visiting the iconic archaeological site of Machu Picchu. This guided tour from Cusco includes all transportation logistics to safely take you to and from Machu Picchu in one day by train and car, plus entrance fees and a guided tour of Machu Picchu itself.

- Walk around one of the biggest commercial areas in Lima and the China Town.- Visit Lima´s Main Square considered as Human Cultural Heritage since 2000.- Explore Peru´s gastronomy and flavors.- Move around the city as a local using public transport

Explore Peru's Sacred Valley without crowds or the hassle of getting around on this private guided tour from Cusco. Learn about traditional textile making and dying in the town of Chinchero, see the salt mines of Mara, and explore the ancient Incan archaeological site of Ollantaytambo.

From Cusco, a guided tour is the easiest way to visit Machu Picchu in one day. This tour not only streamlines transportation from your Cusco hotel to the Expedition train line and onto the ruins, but also includes a guide to inform and assist every step of the way. Take a guided tour of key Machu Picchu sights upon arrival - entrance is included - and fill up on an included buffet lunch, too.

Make the most of your trip from Cusco to Puno with a 10-hour, private transfer and tour that explores the historic sites, towns, and highlights along the way. Follow the 'Route of the Sun' to a 16th-century church and an ancient Inca site, have a buffet lunch in a highland town, and take in the views from La Raya Pass, then visit the Pukara Archeological site. This full-day tour includes all entrance fees and activities, lunch, and door-to-door transport from Cusco to Puno.

Explore two of Lake Titicaca's island cultures on a full-day tour from Puno. First, stop at the man-made floating islands of Uros and learn about the unique culture of one of the oldest ethnic groups of South America. Then head to Taquile Island and observe the beautiful textile handiwork of the community and take in the beautiful views of the lake before heading back to Puno.

UNESCO-listed Machu Picchu ranks among the world's most magical and mysterious sites of interest, with a history dating back to the lost civilization of the Incas. On this tour, reach Machu Picchu with ease from your Cusco hotel, with all entry fees and travel tickets included. Discover key sites of Incan interest such as the Sun Gate, with free time to explore the surrounding landscape at your leisure.

Discover the rich traditions of Andean culture, food and weaving during this full-day excursion to the village of Chinchero and the surrounding area. Learn about the art of Andean textiles at the Kantu Interpretation Center, and enjoy some local hospitality in the village of Ocutuan. You'll finish the day back at the center for an introductory weaving class, lunch, and shopping in the city center.

The floating islands of Lake Titicaca are an important part of Peru's cultural heritage and this full-day tour from Puno visits two of the island's communities. Cruise around the Uros islands, learn more about local life and traditions, admire the colorful handicrafts made by the islanders, then enjoy a typical Peruvian lunch on Taquile Island. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.

Maximize time in Peru with this full-day trip to the Lake of Humantay. Skip the stress of driving and admire the mountain scenery on the way to one of Peru's most sacred lakes. After an included breakfast, begin a hike to climb approximately 300 meters up to the lake. Take in the glacier views before the return hike and drive back to Cusco.

- Private drive through the Panamericana highway, the longest one in the world - Boat ride around Ballestas Island to enjoy the wild life.- Flight over the millenary Nazca Lines.The adventure starts early in the morning on the Panamerican highway. Around

Challenge yourself and get a great payoff on this 16-hour day trip to Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca Mountain) from Cusco. This little-known spot in Peru is not only a must-see because of its naturally colorful mountains, but it's the perfect location to take trip pics. Go on an exciting 3- to 4-hour hike to make your way to where the mountains are. Plus, enjoy breakfast, snacks, lunch, and round-trip transport on this trip.

Explore the colorful landscape of Rainbow Mountain on a full-day, guided hiking trip from Cusco, and discover glacier-capped peaks, wildlife, and views across the Cordillera Vilcanota mountain range. Walk 9.3 miles (15 kilometers) with a high point of 16,520 feet (5035m), then meet some Quechua-speaking locals in a traditional Andean community. This 15-hour hiking tour includes breakfast, lunch, and entrance fees, as well as round-trip transport from your hotel in Cusco.

- Close contact with nature at the Ballestas Islands- Fly over the enigmatic Nazca Lines- Visit the only Oasis in South America: La HuacachinaThe adventure starts early in the morning on the Panamerican highway. Around 300 km. on the South of Lima is loca

Let your spirit soar like the Andean condor on this full-day exploration of Colca Canyon. Stop by the 'Condor's Cross,' near one of the canyon's deepest points, to watch these majestic birds as they appear to float on the wind. Continue to traditional towns like Maca and Yanque where you'll observe colonial-era churches and locals garbed in needlework dresses. Finish your trip on a high point as you return through 16,000-foot (4900-meter) Patapampa pass. A guide, breakfast and round-trip hotel transport are also covered.

Peru's Sacred Valley was an important area to the Incas, functioning as an agricultural, spiritual, and political center. This tour lets you explore the area's many Incan and pre-Incan sites including Pisaq market and ruins, Ollantaytambo fortress, and Chinchero, but also offers a richer experience by introducing you the fine works of craftmanship produced by the Incas.

The Sacred Valley is one of the loveliest destinations in Peru and this full-day tour from Cusco includes major archaeological sites and off-the-beaten-path hiking. Explore the Moray archaeological site, believed to have been an Incan agricultural lab, and the Maras salt pools, which locals still use. After a picnic lunch, continue to a less-visited part of the valley and hike through Andean countryside to a waterfall.

From the salt ponds of Maras to Ollantaytambo's Inca fortress, the Urubamba Valley has much to explore. This day-long tour from Cusco visits the main sights of Peru's Sacred Valley and offers a wonderful glimpse into Andean life. Visit Chinchero - an Andean village with incredible mountain scenery, see Moray's impressive terraced ruins, and learn the interesting history of this unique region.

Discover the islands on Lake Titicaca on this full day tour from Puno. Visit the Uros floating islands and Taquile Island, where you will learn about the customs and traditions of the local people.

See three sides of Lima, Peru - pre-Hispanic, colonial, and modern - in one full-day tour of the city. Visit what remains of pre-hispanic tombs and homes at the Huaca Pucllana archaeological site in the heart of the capital. Explore the architecture and buzz of modern neighborhoods including San Isidro and Miraflores as well as the historic Baranco area. After lunch, go even further back in time at the Pachamacac archaeological site.