Private Day Trips in Peru

The Ballestas Islands, located off the southern coast of Peru, are known for their range of diverse wildlife and surrounding beauty. See the best of the islands and the adjacent Paracas National Reserve on this private full-day tour from Lima, featuring informative commentary from your guide and including all meals and transportation.

Take an unforgettable flight above the world-famous Nazca Lines during this flexible-length day trip from Lima. Soar above these ancient geoglyphs during your flight, learning about the traditions of the Nazca Culture and admiring the unique figures like hummingbirds, monkeys, condors and dogs, visible from above. Your Nazca Lines day trip and flight also includes a guide, all entrance fees, 1.5-hour Nazca Lines flight, lunch, coach bus from Lima and round-trip hotel transport.

Discover the iconic land of the Incan empire on a full-day tour to mystifying world wonder, Machu Picchu, from Cusco. Travel by train to the beautiful town of Aguas Calientes, located at the foot of the ancient Incan site, and then ascend to the atmospheric majesty of Machu Picchu. Gaze at the sacred terraces and dramatic rock formations as you listen to illuminating commentary and enjoy a delicious picnic lunch.

Experience ancient Inca culture and a slice of daily life for residents of the Peru's Sacred Valley during this flexible-length private tour. Get off the well-worn tourist trail as you explore the quaint Sacred Valley hamlets of Chincheros and Maras. Observe the traditional dress of the villagers in Chincheros and try practicing a few words of 'Quechua,' the local Andean dialect. You'll then have lunch at a typical residence in Maras before visiting the Inca-era salt ponds and the circular Inca terraces of Moray. Your private tour, easily customized based on your interests and schedule, also covers a guide, all entrance fees, transport by private van and lunch.

Depart from Cusco to see and explore one of the 7 New World Wonders: the lost city of Machu Picchu. Enjoy transport to Ollantaytambo, where you'll board a train and journey toward the ancient Inca citadel. Once reaching Aguas Calientes, a bus carries you up steep roads winding through lush rainforest and offering glimpses of spectacular scenery before arriving at the iconic site. Embark on a two-hour guided private tour, then take some time to discover Machu Picchu on your own. This day trip also includes return transport.

Machu Picchu is Peru's headline act, but you don't have to trek the Inca Trail to visit the Lost City of the Incas. This private full-day tour from Cusco includes a spectacular train ride through the Sacred Valley, a tasty buffet lunch, and a private tour of the UNESCO-listed archaeological site. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.

Paracas National Park is known for its abundant wildlife and vast scenery. Coupled with its proximity to Peru's capital city of Lima, a trip to Paracas is the perfect way to get out of the city. Make the most of your trip with this private tour, which offers the ultimate in comfort and convenience for the duration of your getaway from Lima.

The lost pyramids of Caral aren't as lost as they once were, but there's still much left for you to discover. Even though it's one of the oldest civilizations in the Americas, this archaeological site is also one of the least explored due to how difficult it is to access. Discover the site with ease on a private tour from Lima, which includes hotel pickup and drop-off, and lunch for added convenience. Plus, you'll receive personalized attention from a private guide, letting you ask as many questions as you like.