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Absolute Peru
21 days, Lima to Lima
We have multiple itineraries for this trip.Please select one for correct pricing and itinerary.
We have multiple itineraries for this trip.Please select one for correct pricing and itinerary.
Scan the canopy for wildlife from the comfort of our intimate and exclusive G Lodge Amazon, contemplate mountain vistas or take an optional flight over the Nazca Lines – this epic journey explores the geography, culture, and history of Peru, offering you the perfect blend of guided excursions and free time. Hike the Lares Trek, which rewards those willing to break a sweat with stunning views of ruins, mountainscapes, and cloud forest. And because we run our own treks, we can ensure the fair treatment of our porters and the quality of food, service, and equipment.
21 days
Lima to Lima
From$3583USD
was
$4479
Valid on
Jan 3 2026
Trip Code: PHPT
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Travel Style: Classic
All of the highlights, culture, access, and I-can’t-believe-we-did-that moments, all at a great price.
Service Level: Standard
Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport.
Physical Rating: 4 - Demanding
Some high-altitude hikes or more strenuous activities, but accessible to most healthy travellers.
Trip Type: Small Group
Small group experience; Max 16, avg 12
Age requirement: 12+
All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
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Itinerary
Day 1Lima
Arrive at any time.
Day 2Lima/Paracas
Enjoy a free morning in Lima before travelling by bus to Paracas.
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BreakfastDay 3Paracas/Nazca
Optional visit to Ballestas Islands before travelling to Nazca. En route, stop at a winery and at the Oasis of Huacachina.
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BreakfastDay 4Nazca/Arequipa
Take a guided tour of the Nazca desert cemetery and potter's studio. Opt for a flight over the Nazca Lines before the overnight bus to Arequipa.
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BreakfastDay 5Arequipa
Enjoy a free day in Arequipa. Opt for a city tour or visit to the Santa Catalina Monastery.
Day 6Arequipa/Colca Canyon
Travel to Chivay, a village near Colca Canyon, relax or take an optional dip in the thermal baths.
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BreakfastDay 7Colca Canyon/Puno
Rise early for a tour of Colca Canyon to spot condors. Continue by bus to Puno. Arrive with a little time to wander the markets and explore the city.
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BreakfastDay 8Puno/Lake Titicaca
Enjoy a guided tour of Lake Titicaca with a homestay in a small village.
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Breakfast | DinnerDay 9Lake Titicaca/Puno
Visit the floating islands of Uros before returning to Puno. Opt to visit to Sillustani burial site.
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Breakfast | LunchDay 10Puno/Cusco
Hop on the bus for a full day's drive to Cusco.
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BreakfastDay 11Cusco
Take advantage the day to choose from a wide variety of optional activities like the Rainbow Mountain hike, a cooking class, or simply explore the city by foot and relax in a café.
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Your Discover MomentMeals included:
BreakfastDay 12Cusco/Ollantaytambo
Enjoy a full-day guided tour of the Sacred Valley. Stop at the G Adventures-supported women's weaving co-op before visiting a local pottery making community. Break for lunch at the G Adventures-supported Parwa Community Restaurant in Huchuy Qosco. After lunch, opt to head out on a hike to the Ollantaytambo storehouses and look out over the ruins. Or, wander around the cobblestone streets and visit a local Chicheria (corn beer bar).
Exclusive Inclusions:
Your G for Good Moment Ccaccaccollo Community and Women's Weaving Co-op visit| Your G for Good Moment Parwa Community Restaurant the Sacred ValleyMeals included:
Breakfast | LunchDay 13Lares Trek
Depart Ollantaytambo by van to Lares town where the hike begins. Spend the first night at a G Adventures-supported campsite in Cuncani.
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Your G for Good Moment Cuncani Community Campsite| Your G for Good Moment Handmade Biodegradable Soap ProductsMeals included:
Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 14Lares Trek
Start early to hike from the foothills of Sicllaccasa Mountain to its high pass (4,800m/15,748 ft), providing scenic views of lagoons and the snow-capped Chicon Mountain. Celebrate after reaching the highest point by making an offering of coca leaves to the Andean gods. After the morning hike, stop to rest and take in the amazing view. Continue hiking downhill to our second campsite near the stream for the night.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 15Lares Trek/Aguas Calientes
Enjoy the last few hours of hiking before travelling by van to Ollantaytambo and train to Aguas Calientes to enjoy a good night's rest at your hotel.
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Breakfast | LunchDay 16Machu Picchu/Cusco
Rise early and enjoy a guided visit to Machu Picchu. Later, travel back towards Cusco by train.
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BreakfastDay 17Cusco
Enjoy a free day to explore Cusco or relax. Opt to go mountain biking or get a massage.
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Your Discover MomentMeals included:
BreakfastDay 18Cusco/Tambopata
Fly to Puerto Maldonado and continue by motorized boat to the comfortable and intimate G Lodge Amazon.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 19Tambopata
Enjoy guided excursions by expert naturalists to spot wildlife at nearby oxbow lakes and along jungle trails. Spend some time relaxing in a hammock, enjoying the local swimming hole or visiting a nearby plantation. Go for a caiman-spotting cruise after dinner.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 20Tambopata/Lima
Fly back to Lima for an optional final dinner and night out.
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BreakfastDay 21Lima
Depart at any time.
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BreakfastWhat's Included
- Your G for Good Moment: Lake Titicaca Homestay, Lake Titicaca
- Your G for Good Moment: Ccaccaccollo Community and Women's Weaving Co-op visit, Ccaccaccollo
- Your G for Good Moment: Parwa Community Restaurant the Sacred Valley, Lamay
- Your G for Good Moment: Cuncani Community Campsite, Cuncani
- Your G for Good Moment: Handmade Biodegradable Soap Products
- Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- Your Discover Moment: Cusco
- Nazca desert cemetery and potter's studio guided tour
- Arequipa stay
- Colca Canyon guided tour
- Floating islands of Uros visit
- Lake Titicaca guided tour and homestay
- Sacred Valley guided tour
- Pottery making demonstration
- Lares Trek guided hike with cooks and porters (3 days)
- Machu Picchu guided tour
- Amazon Jungle stay at the exclusive G Lodge Amazon (3 days)
- Guided excursions with naturalists
- Rubber boot use
- Internal flights
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodations
Hotels/guesthouses (14 nts), G Lodge Amazon (2 nts), overnight bus (1 nt), homestay (1 nt), camping (2 nts).
Meals
19 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 5 dinners
Allow USD455-595 for meals not included.
Transportation
Public bus, private van, plane, train, boat, canoe.
Staff & experts
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, specialist Lares Trek CEO on hike, expert jungle guide in Amazon.
Available extras (Add these to your tour when you book)
Arequipa City Tour - From $45.00
Get out and explore "the white city" on this walking tour, stop at picturesque viewpoints to capture the surrounding volcanoes, marvel at the white volcanic sillar rock architecture, and visit one of the most stunning colonial buildings in the country, Santa Catalina Monastery.
Ballestas Islands Wildlife Tour - From $20.00
Get ready to see some amazing wildlife on this trip to the Ballestas Islands (aka Peru's Little Galápagos). Spot playful sea lions, Humboldt penguins, boobies, pelicans, and more than 200 sea birds. Be sure to bring your camera along!
Cusco Cooking Class - From $46.00
Channel your inner chef and get a taste of Peruvian cuisine. Learn all about the essential ingredients, and try your hand at preparing unique Peruvian dishes with a local expert
Flight over Nazca Lines - From $122.00
Take to the skies for the best view of the enigmatic Nazca Lines, a series of patterns and pictures etched in the ground, crisscrossing a wide area of flat desert. Marvel at the lines measuring up to 10km (6 mi) in length, yet, remaining perfectly straight. See depictions of birds, insects, and animals only recognizable from the air. Decide for yourself the origin of the lines – who drew the lines, and why, remains a mystery. Current beliefs suggest that they may be part of complex agricultural calendar. Please note that this activity does not include a tourist ticket fee of S/.47 PEN per person, payable directly by each traveller at the airport in Nazca.
Lake Titicaca Kayak Excursion - From $59.00
Begin your journey early in the morning by transfering from the hotel to the port, then head out by motorboat to the base camp at the Peninsula of Capachica, a 2.5 hr trip. Learn about sea kayaking from our guide and paddle towards Taquile Island and enjoy the beauty and serenity of the moment. Hike to a village upon arrival and enjoy lunch with the locals. Continue on by motor boat to Amantani Island to meet your hosts for the night.
Machu Picchu by Train with 1-Day Inca Trail - From $299.00
Are the 4-day Inca Trail permits sold out or are you taking the "Machu Picchu by Train" itinerary and looking for a taste of the trek? Then this is the option for you. Traverse cloud forests while enjoying spectacular views on this '1-day Inca Trail' trek. Start by disembarking the train at km 104. Follow the local guide as the trail rises steeply up into the mountains and winds past the archaeological sites of Wiñay Wayna and Inti Pata. Gain insight into the fascinating culture of the Incas en route to the trek's culmination at the Sun Gate. Enjoy a packed lunch along the way, and reach the Sun Gate in the late afternoon. Enjoy time to take in the views of Machu Picchu before the guided tour the following day. After, take one of the buses from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes to spend the night in a hotel in town. Opt to visit nearby hot springs to soak sore muscles, if time permits. **Please note this must be pre-booked as it requires an Inca Trail permit, which is on request and subject to availability. This option is also only available as part of the "Machu Picchu by Train" itinerary and is not available with the 4-day Inca Trail or Lares Trek. Please speak to your GCO or travel agent for more information.
Rainbow Mountain Hike - Full-day Trip - From $50.00
Lookout over these colourful Andean mountains striped with maroon, turquoise, lavender, and gold. The sediment, elevation, and proximity to the ocean create a landscape that has to be seen to be believed. Get started early to drive around 3 hours approximately to the starting point of this challenging, yet rewarding full-day hike. Reaching 5,029m (16,500 ft) this 8 km hike is no walk in the park, but these unique mountains do not disappoint. The ascent takes approximately 1.5 hours.
Lima Cooking Class (4hrs) - From $79.00
Get a taste of Peruvian cuisine, visit local markets, sample exotic fruit, select fresh ingredients, and try your hand at preparing unique Peruvian dishes influenced by China, Italy, West Africa, and Japan. Please note that if you are travelling with a family there is no age restriction on this activity and the cooking class is acceptable for children.
My Own Room - From $979.00
If you're travelling solo and would prefer to have your own private room throughout your trip, select this option during the online booking process.
Departures
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