Ruins of the great Inca city of Machu Picchu in Peru

Peru's Treasured Past: Fascinating 8-Day History Tour

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Customizable Itinerary

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Countries Visited

Peru

Places Visited

Lima, Cusco, Machu Picchu/Aguas Calientes, Pisco...

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Suggested Duration

8 Days

This customizable 8-day Peru tour offers a glimpse of one of the most fascinating cultures in the world. The mystic Andes Mountains conceal secrets of centuries past and riveting tales of the Inca Empire. Beauty exudes from every crevice of the whimsical Sacred Valley, and palaces, cathedrals, and open-aired markets dot the vivacious city streets of Cusco and Lima. Book your trip of a lifetime today.

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Trip Highlights

  • Fly in a helicopter over the ancient Nazca Lines and learn about Peru's pre-Inca civilizations
  • Journey to Pisco for an exciting pisco sour tasting event before enjoying self-exploration in the city's downtown
  • Touch down in Cusco for a chance to see the vivacious Plaza de Armas and tour ancient Inca ruins
  • Travel via a luxury train to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Machu Picchu in Aguas Calientes
  • Embark on a luxury boat cruise from Paracas to Islas Ballestas, which is home to rare sea lion and sea birds species
  • Indulge in a cooking course in Lima alongside a world-renowned chef and learn to make Peru's authentic ceviche
  • Stroll through Lima's downtown and tour eye-catching government buildings and exquisite churches

Starting Price

$2,595 per person (excluding international flights)

Your Zicasso trip is fully customizable, and this sample itinerary is a starting place for your travel plans. Actual costs are dynamic, and your selection of accommodations and activities, your season of travel, and other such variables will bring this budget guideline up or down. Throughout your planning experience with your Zicasso specialist, your itinerary is designed around your budget. You can book your trip when you are satisfied with every detail. Planning your trip with a Zicasso travel specialist is a free service.

What's Included

  • Accommodations
  • In-country transportation
  • Some or all activities and tours
  • Expert trip planning
  • 24x7 support during your trip

Your final trip cost will vary based on your selected accommodations, activities, meals, and other trip elements that you opt to include.

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