Tour Peru, Ica, Cusco and Machu Picchu 8 Days 7 Nights
Savor the flavors of Peru through this fantastic eight day experience. All-inclusive 8 days, 7 nights tour package offers you an opportunity to see the most thrilling places in Peru. Explore Lima’s lively culture and colonial beauty, enjoy an adventure at sea with sea lions and birds in beautiful Ballestas Islands in Paracas and feel the thrill of adventure in desert oasis of Huacachina.
Experience the fauna of the Ballestas Islands, the renowned Huacachina Oasis, and enjoy some buggy rides and sandboarding activities; visit the famous historical places in Cusco and Sacred Valley; take a train to the historical site of Machu Picchu and take a glimpse of two of Peru’s most outstanding high-altitude sites. Each day will bring you something new not mentioning accommodation, guides, transportation and so on.
For those intrigued by history, nature, culture or beautiful landscapes, the complete Peru trip takes travelers to some of the most well-known attractions in the country and they will experience a variety of memorable things throughout this trip.
This package is the perfect blend of history, adventure and breathtaking landscapes the ultimate way to discover the soul of Peru!
US$ 940 / person
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8 Days Peru Tour: Lima, Machu Picchu, Rainbow Mountain & Humantay Lake
This travel package is tailored to travelers who intend to explore the majestic places of Peru without being burdened with logistics. This includes Lima colonial structures and the Pacific Ocean the remarkable achievements of the Inca civilization and the magnificent vistas of the Andes. Every part of the trip was selected with the need to provide a traveler with a variety of impressions, history, culture and adventure incorporated into one unforgettable journey.
Tour Highlights
- Explore Lima’s historic center, Miraflores, and San Isidro.
- Cruise to the Ballestas Islands to observe sea lions and marine wildlife.
- Visit the famous Huacachina Oasis and enjoy buggy rides and sandboarding.
- Discover Cusco, the ancient capital of the Inca Empire.
- Visit Chinchero, Moray, the Maras Salt Mines, and Ollantaytambo.
- Explore Machu Picchu with a professional guided tour.
- Travel aboard the scenic Expedition or Voyager Train.
- Hike to the spectacular Rainbow Mountain.
- Visit the breathtaking Humantay Lake beneath the towering Salkantay Glacier.
- Enjoy comfortable hotels, professional guides, and seamless transportation throughout the journey.
8 Days Peru Tour Itinerary Overview
Day 1: Arrival in Lima – Lima City Tour
Upon arrival in Lima, our team will welcome you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel. Later, discover Peru’s capital during a guided city tour visiting the modern districts of Miraflores and San Isidro before exploring Lima Historic Center, including Plaza San Martín, Plaza Mayor, colonial mansions, and one of the city’s most important 17th century convents.
Day 2: Ballestas Islands – Paracas – Ica – Huacachina – Return to Lima
Travel along Peru’s southern coast to Paracas and board a boat excursion to the Ballestas Islands, home to sea lions, Humboldt penguins and numerous seabirds while viewing the mysterious Candelabra geoglyph. Continue to Ica to visit a traditional winery and enjoy wine and pisco tasting before experiencing the spectacular Huacachina Oasis with exciting dune buggy rides and sandboarding across the golden desert. Return to Lima in the evening.
Day 3: Lima – Cusco – City Tour
Fly from Lima to Cusco and begin discovering the historic capital of the Inca Empire. Visit the impressive archaeological sites of Tambomachay, Pucapucara, Qenqo, and the monumental fortress of Sacsayhuamán while learning about the remarkable engineering, religious traditions and history of the Incas.
Day 4: Maras – Moray – Salt Mines – Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes
Explore the Sacred Valley with visits to the traditional weaving community of Chinchero, the fascinating circular terraces of Moray, and the famous Maras Salt Mines. After a buffet lunch in Urubamba, continue to Ollantaytambo to explore one of Peru’s finest Inca archaeological sites before boarding the scenic train to Aguas Calientes for an overnight stay.
Day 5: Machu Picchu – Return to Cusco
Visit the magnificent Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu with your professional guide, exploring its temples, agricultural terraces, ceremonial plazas, and panoramic viewpoints while uncovering the fascinating history of the Lost City of the Incas after your visit return by scenic train through the Sacred Valley before transferring back to Cusco.
Day 6: Rainbow Mountain
Journey deep into the Andes to experience the spectacular Rainbow Mountain. Hike through traditional alpaca grazing areas beneath the majestic Ausangate Glacier while enjoying incredible mountain scenery before reaching the colorful mineral-striped slopes that have become one of Peru’s most iconic natural attractions. After lunch return to Cusco.
Day 7: Humantay Lake
Travel through the scenic valleys of Limatambo and Mollepata before arriving at Soraypampa, where your hike begins. Follow the mountain trail to the breathtaking Humantay Lake, a brilliant turquoise glacial lagoon located beneath the snow capped Salkantay Mountain. Enjoy time to admire the spectacular scenery, take unforgettable photographs and learn about the importance of this sacred Andean landscape before returning to Cusco.
Day 8: Departure from Cusco
After breakfast, enjoy your final moments in Cusco before your scheduled airport transfer. Your unforgettable 8-day journey through Peru’s most iconic destinations comes to a memorable conclusion.
Why Book with Uros Expeditions?
Uros Expeditions creates carefully organized travel experiences that combine Peru’s most iconic destinations with reliable service, experienced local guides, and seamless logistics. From your arrival in Lima until your departure from Cusco, our professional team coordinates every detail so you can simply enjoy the adventure.
- Airport transfers in Lima and Cusco included.
- Professional English-speaking local guides.
- Comfortable hotels throughout the itinerary.
- Lima City Tour with entrance tickets included.
- Ballestas Islands boat excursion with marine wildlife experience.
- Huacachina buggy adventure and sandboarding included.
- Sacred Valley tour including Chinchero, Moray, Maras, and Ollantaytambo.
- Official entrance ticket and guided tour of Machu Picchu.
- Scenic Expedition or Voyager Train to and from Machu Picchu.
- Rainbow Mountain guided excursion with breakfast and lunch.
- Humantay Lake guided tour with breakfast and lunch.
- Private and tourist transportation throughout the entire journey.
- 24/7 assistance from our Cusco operations team.
Itinerary Peru in 8 days
Day 1: Arrival Lima
We will be waiting for you at the airport with a sign displaying your name to transfer you comfortably to your hotel.
In the afternoon, we will pick you up from the hotel to begin the City Tour in Lima. We will start our tour through the modern residential districts of Miraflores and San Isidro. We will pass through the financial center, the Golf Club, El Olivar, the Huaca, and the Love Park on the Miraflores boardwalk. Continuing with our tour, we will head toward Lima’s Historic Center, where we will visit San Martin Square, its balconies and old mansions, the Main Square with its most important buildings, and finally enter one of the most important convents from the 17th century. A complete tour with the comfort and service of modern tourist transportation.
Includes:
- Airport – Hotel transfer
- Hotel night in Lima
- Tourist transportation
- Guide service
- Entrance tickets to all sites visited
Day 2: Paracas & Ica – Full Day
At 4:00 a.m. we will start the day by picking up passengers from their hotel to travel towards Paracas. Upon arrival at Chaco Port, we will have about 30 to 40 minutes to have breakfast and use the restroom facilities. Perfect to start the day full of energy! After breakfast, we will head to the dock to board a fascinating boat tour to the Ballestas Islands. During the boat ride, we will closely admire the impressive variety of seabirds such as pelicans, boobies, and seagulls, as well as colonies of sea lions. We will also see the enigmatic Candelabra geoglyph carved into the hillside.
After the boat tour, we will travel to Ica and head to a restaurant where there will be time to enjoy lunch. After the break, we will begin exploring a traditional winery. These traditional wineries are famous for producing pisco, the Peruvian grape brandy, and offer visitors the opportunity to taste their products and learn about the pisco production process.
In the afternoon, we will go to the Huacachina Oasis for an exciting adventure with buggies and sandboarding. We will ride the buggies, driven by expert drivers, through the huge desert sand dunes, and you will be able to practice sandboarding, sliding down the dunes.
Return to Lima.
Approximate arrival time: 11:30 p.m.
Includes:
- Paracas and Ica tours: (Guide service, visit to the Ballestas Islands, life jackets, visit to the Candelabra geoglyph)
- The Wine Route in Ica and Chincha
- Breakfast and lunch
- Port taxes
- Huacachina: adventure sports (buggies and sandboarding)
- Overnight hotel stay in Lima
Day 3: Lima - cusco – city tour
Transfer to Lima airport to take your flight to Cusco. Upon arrival in Cusco, we will be waiting for you at the airport with a sign displaying your name. Transfer to your selected hotel. At the scheduled time, we will start the city tour. We will head to the upper part of Cusco, where our first attraction will be Tambomachay, a ritual site made up of water fountains. Next, we visit Pucapucara, which served as a resting place and control point before entering the city of Cusco. Then, we explore Qenko, which was under construction to become the resting place of a great Inca leader’s mummy. Finally, we visit Sacsayhuaman, whose gigantic walls, resembling a fortress, showcase the largest stone blocks used during the Inca period.
Includes:
- Transfers: Hotel – Airport – Hotel in Lima and Cusco
- Cusco City Tour
- Entrance tickets to the attractions
- Overnight hotel stay in Cusco
Day 4: Tour maras – moray – salt mines and ollantaytambo – machupicchu town or aguas calientes
In the morning, we head north to the village of Chinchero, where we will have an introduction to the textile industry, one of the main activities of this community. We will also visit the archaeological sites from the Inca period. Afterwards, we move to the concentric terraces of Moray, considered a laboratory where the manipulation of economic plants was relevant, along with spectacular views of the circular and elliptical terrace designs. Next, we arrive at the artisanal salt extraction site of Maras, where solar evaporation is a key factor. This place embodies tradition, work, and superstition. Later, in the heart of the Sacred Valley, in the town called Urubamba, we will stop for a buffet lunch, which is included. In the afternoon, we will visit the Ollantaytambo archaeological site, where we will enjoy incredible views and appreciate the construction techniques of the Inca era. At the end of the day, we take the tourist train to Machu Picchu town and overnight at the designated hotel.
Includes:
- Tourist transportation for the tour
- Guide service
- Entrance tickets to the sites
- Buffet lunch
- One-way train ticket – Expedition or Voyager service
- 1 night hotel stay in Machu Picchu town or Aguas Calientes
Day 5: Tour to machu picchu
At the scheduled time with the guide, we will take a bus to the great Machu Picchu Historical Sanctuary, one of the seven wonders of the modern world. We will do a complete tour of the Inca city: houses, plazas, terraces, temples, and spectacular views, along with the rich history it holds. Afterwards, we return to the town of Aguas Calientes for lunch. In the afternoon, we will take the train service back to Ollantaytambo and then on to Cusco.
Includes:
- Guide service
- Entrance to Machu Picchu
- Machu Picchu – Ollantaytambo tourist train ticket
- Ollantaytambo – Cusco transportation
- Overnight hotel stay in Cusco
Day 6: Rainbow mountain
The excursion starts very early, heading south by land transport (2 hours) to reach Cusi pata. From this point, we continue for 1 hour along a dusty path until we arrive at the village of Phulawasipata. We begin the hike (horses are available for rent from the community). On the ascent, we will enjoy beautiful landscapes accompanied by herds of llamas and alpacas. Then, the highest snow-capped peak in Cusco, Ausangate (21,100 feet), will reveal its impressive glacier, turning our hike into a magical experience. In the distance, we will observe the daily life of local residents: farming areas, livestock corrals, and local wildlife such as chinchillas, Andean geese, and mountain caracaras will be part of our journey. After 2 hours of hiking, we arrive at the main attraction, the Rainbow Mountain, located at 16,600 feet. It’s time to explore and take the best photos of the mountain. We then begin the descent back along the same route to the village of Cusipata for lunch, and afterwards return to the city of Cusco.
Includes:
- Tour transportation
- Mountain entrance fee
- Breakfast and lunch
- Guide service
- Overnight hotel stay in Cusco
Day 7: Humantay lake
We start the excursion very early, heading north by land transport for 3 hours, passing through Limatambo and Mollepata until we reach Soraypampa, the starting point of our hike. The hike (3 hours) has a degree of difficulty in its final stretch (locals offer horseback rides). Once at Humantay Lake, our guide will provide a complete explanation of the natural surroundings, then we will have time to explore the area and take the best photos of this stunning attraction.
It’s time to enjoy a refreshing lunch and begin the journey back to Cusco. We continue with the return to the city of Cusco.
Includes:
- Tour transportation
- Entrance to Humantay Lake
- 1 breakfast
- 1 lunch
- Guide service
Day 8: Farewell
At the scheduled time, transfer to the airport. End of our services.
Not Included
Included
- Meals and beverages not mentioned in the program
- Domestic airfare
- Guided visits outside the program (museums and/or viewpoints)
- Extra activities
- Tips
Not Included
- Food and beverages not mentioned in the program
- Air tickets
- Guided visits outside the program (museums and/or viewpoints).
- Extra activities
- Tips
8 Days Peru Tour Prices
Travel across Peru with a small group and enjoy an unforgettable journey through Lima, Paracas, Huacachina, Cusco, the Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Rainbow Mountain, and Humantay Lake. Throughout the tour, experienced local guides will accompany you at each destination, ensuring every visit is well organized and enjoyable.
This shared tour is a great choice for travelers looking for a complete Peru experience at an excellent value. If your itinerary includes overnight accommodations, you can also upgrade your hotel to one of our premium or luxury options. Contact us for available hotels and upgrade rates before confirming your reservation.
- 1 People 2150 USD
- 2 People 1410 USD
- 3 People 1250 USD
- 4 People 1170 USD
- 5 People 1120 USD
- 6 People 1090 USD
- 7 People 1000 USD
- 8 or more People BEST VALUE 940 USD
Our private 8 day Peru tour is designed exclusively for you and your group. Enjoy private transportation, dedicated local guides, and a flexible itinerary that allows you to explore each destination at your own pace, from Lima and the Sacred Valley to Machu Picchu, Rainbow Mountain, and Humantay Lake.
Every part of your journey is planned around your interests, providing greater comfort, privacy, and personalized service from the moment you arrive in Peru. You can also upgrade your hotel to one of our premium or luxury accommodations for an even more comfortable travel experience. We’ll be happy to recommend the best options for your trip.
Reservation Payment
- A deposit of 50% per person is required to secure your booking. The remaining balance can be paid online before your trip or in our Cusco office using a credit card, or bank transfer. If you require a different payment method, please contact us and we will be happy to assist.
- To process permits and entrance tickets, we require the following information for each traveler: full name exactly as shown on the passport, passport number, nationality, date of birth, and passport expiration date. Please ensure all details are accurate, as changes may incur additional fees or affect permit availability.
Student & Child Discount
- A US$20 discount is available for children under 17 years old and students under 25 years old. Child discounts are applied automatically at the time of booking.
- Students must provide a valid university ID card showing:
- the student’s name
- photograph
- university name
- valid expiration date.
Expired student IDs and ISIC cards are not accepted. To receive the discount, please send a copy of your student ID when making your reservation.
If the document does not meet the requirements established by the Peruvian authorities, the standard adult rate will apply. For assistance, contact us at info@urosexpeditions.com
Travel Info
Day 1 – Arrival in Lima
What’s the weather like? Lima has a coastal desert climate. Expect mild temperatures (18–22°C / 64–72°F), often overcast. Pack a light jacket.
Any travel tips? No altitude issues here. It’s a good day to rest and explore the nearby surroundings.
Day 2 – Paracas & Ica Full Day
How’s the weather? Expect sunny and dry conditions, around 25–30°C (77–86°F). Use sunblock and wear light, comfortable clothing.
How long is the trip? You’ll leave very early (around 4:00 AM) and return to Lima around 11:30 PM. It’s a long but exciting day!
What to bring? Sunglasses, hat, water bottle, light clothes for the coast, and a sweater for the evening.
Day 3 – Lima to Cusco & City Tour
Altitude warning? Yes – Cusco is at 3,400 m (11,150 ft). You may feel altitude symptoms. Take it easy.
What’s the weather like? Temperatures vary between 10–20°C (50–68°F). Bring layers, as it can get cold in the evening.
Day 4 – Maras, Moray, Ollantaytambo & Aguas Calientes
Is it cold? Mornings can be chilly in the Sacred Valley (around 5–10°C / 41–50°F), but it warms up by midday.
How much walking? Moderate walking is involved at each archaeological site. Wear comfortable walking shoes.
Day 5 – Machu Picchu
Weather? It’s usually mild and humid. Expect 15–25°C (59–77°F). Rain showers are possible, especially from December to March.
What should I pack? Sunblock, hat, insect repellent, rain jacket, and passport for entrance to Machu Picchu.
Day 6 – Rainbow Mountain
How high is it? The summit reaches 5,200 m (17,060 ft). Cold weather and thin air – wear thermal layers and drink coca tea to help with altitude.
Is the hike difficult? Yes – around 2 hours uphill. Locals offer horse rentals if needed.
Day 7 – Humantay Lake
What to expect? Cold mornings and high elevation (4,200 m / 13,780 ft). The last part of the hike is steep and challenging.
How should I prepare? Good hiking boots, layers, gloves, and water. A walking stick can be helpful.
Day 8 – Departure
Any last tips? Make sure you have confirmed flight times and airport transfer arranged in advance.
Altitude issues? You may still feel the effects of elevation, so avoid heavy meals before flying.
Traveling with this means of transportation is one of the easiest, most economical and safest ways. It is much cheaper than traveling by plane and requires fewer documents. In addition, there are many companies specialized in bus transportation, so the offer is wide and you can choose the ticket price that best suits your budget.
The security situation in our country is generally good, especially in cities where tourism is most active. In Peru we know that local and foreign tourists want an adventure without surprises. For this reason, in our country we are committed to security and take the necessary measures to guarantee the stability and confidence of our tourists.
Our country has many different cuisines and is one of the best in the world. Restaurant prices are not too high. As we have already mentioned, in markets and small restaurants you can find typical dishes and delicacies for no more than 10 soles.
Yes. It depends on your city. For example, if you decide to travel through Peru to a jungle area like Loreto, you will be in a jungle area of the country where the temperature can be around 40 degrees.
LIMA – ICA – HUACACHINA – NAZCA – CUSCO – SACRED VALLEY – MACHUPICCHU – RAINBOW MOUNTAIN 8 DAYS/7 NIGHTS
Discover the best of Peru on an 8-day 7-night journey from Lima to the wonders of Cusco. From the golden sands of Huacachina to the mysterious geoglyphs of Nazca, and from the colonial charm of Cusco to the imposing majesty of Machu Picchu and the Rainbow Mountain, this adventure will take you through an unforgettable experience full of history, culture and breathtaking scenery. Book now and experience the magic of Peru on a trip you will never forget!
The answer is no. Even without knowing how to speak Spanish, you can travel around Peru and visit all the places you want, from the most famous to the least crowded. In addition, most tourist attractions have guides trained in English, which is the language most tourists use to communicate.
The answer depends on where you plan to visit, how long it will take, and what products and services you want to purchase.
The only mandatory vaccine for travelers to jungle areas below 2,300 meters above sea level is yellow fever. That is, for those who travel to cities like Amazonia, Loreto, Ucayali, Madre de Diosa, etc.
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