I visited Peru in the fall of 2019 – my last international trip before the pandemic. My journey included the Peruvian Amazon, Lima, Cusco, Machu Picchu and Sacred Valley. As a lover of animals, the intimate encounters with alpacas and llamas were a personal highlight. If you are up for adventure and actioned packed days this itinerary is perfect for you.
Itinerary Overview
- Lima (Days 1-2)
- Stay: JW Marriott Hotel Lima
- Eat: Astrid y Gaston
- Highlights: Ceviche and Pisco Sour Class (Guide: Lima Gourmet Company)
- Amazon Rainforest (Days 3-5)
- Stay: Delfin III (Amazon Cruise)
- Highlight: Explore the Peruvian Amazon on a 4 day, 3 night intimate cruise
- Cusco (Day 6)
- Stay: JW Marriott El Convento
- Eat: Qespi Restaurant
- Highlight: Meeting the hotel’s resident alpaca
- Machu Picchu (Days 7-8)
- Stay: Belmond Sanctuary Lodge
- Eat: Tampu Restaurant
- Highlight: Staying at the only hotel at the gate of Machu Picchu and beating the crowds
- Sacred Valley (Days 9-10)
- Stay: Belmond Hotel Rio Sagrado
- Eat: El Huerto
- Highlight: the water circuit at the Mayu Willka spa
Use the link below to download the full 10 Day Peru itinerary!
10 Day Peru Itinerary: Machu Picchu, Sacred Valley, Amazon Rainforest
Also, check out my blog post for tips on how to best experience Machu Picchu. This includes an insider view of my stay at the exclusive Sanctuary Lodge, the only hotel at its gate.
