Train to Machu Picchu

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Highlights of Peru: From Machu Picchu to Lake Titicaca

Overview

While Machu Picchu is Peru’s crown jewel, this thoughtfully paced journey reveals so much more—from colonial elegance and vibrant indigenous culture to soaring Andean landscapes and serene lakeside villages. Explore Peru’s past and present while staying in handpicked accommodations and enjoying immersive experiences throughout.

Itinerary

Day 1: Fly to Lima

• Depart London (regional connections available) with British Airways to Lima
• Transfer to Casa Andina Premium Miraflores for a 2-night stay
  Meals: None

Day 2: Lima City Tour

• Guided tour of colonial and modern Lima
  • Visit Casa Aliaga, the oldest colonial mansion in the city
  • Explore the San Francisco Monastery and its catacombs
    Meals: Breakfast

Day 3: Fly to Arequipa

• Fly over the Andes to Arequipa, known for its white volcanic stone architecture and majestic volcano views
• Stay 2 nights at Costa del Sol Wyndham
  Meals: Breakfast

Day 4: Arequipa Highlights

• Tour the peaceful Santa Catalina Convent
• Visit the Juanita Mummy Museum to see the preserved Inca Ice Maiden
  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 5: Journey to Colca Canyon

• Scenic drive into the Andes (approx. 4 hrs)
• Spot llamas and alpacas en route to the Colca Valley
• Overnight at Aranwa Colca
  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 6: Lake Titicaca

• Early trip to Condor’s Cross for incredible condor sightings over the canyon
• Visit Maca, known for its traditional Andean textiles
• Travel to Puno, on the shores of Lake Titicaca (approx. 6 hrs)
• Stay 2 nights at GHL Hotel Lago Titicaca
  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 7: Lake Titicaca Exploration

• Visit the floating Uros reed islands and Taquile Island
• Enjoy a home-cooked lunch with a local family
  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 8: Luxury Train to Cuzco

• Board the Belmond Andean Explorer luxury train to Cuzco
• Scenic journey through Andean plains; enjoy lunch and pisco sours in the observation car
• Overnight onboard in bunk-bed cabin (twin-bedded upgrade available)
  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 9: Chinchero & Sacred Valley

• Disembark and visit Chinchero for weaving demonstrations and Inca terraces
• Continue to the Sacred Valley
• 2-night stay at Casa Andina Premium Sacred Valley
  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 10: Sacred Valley

• Morning visit to Ollantaytambo, a well-preserved Inca fortress
• Afternoon at leisure
  Meals: Breakfast

Day 11: Machu Picchu

• Ride the Vistadome train to Machu Picchu
• Guided tour of the awe-inspiring Inca citadel
• Overnight at Inkaterra Machu Picchu Hotel
  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 12: Return to Cuzco

• Morning at leisure or optional second visit to Machu Picchu (ticket required)
• Return by train to Cuzco
• 3-night stay at Casa Andina Premium Cuzco
  Meals: Breakfast

Day 13: Cuzco City Tour

• Explore:
  • San Blas District
  • Cuzco Cathedral
  • Koricancha (Temple of the Sun)
• Afternoon free
  Meals: Breakfast

Day 14: Free Day in Cuzco

• Optional activities:
  • Pre-Columbian Art Museum
  • Awanacancha Llama Farm
  • Sacsayhuamán Fortress
    Meals: Breakfast

Days 15–16: Fly to London

• Fly from Cuzco to Lima, then onward to London
• Arrive the following day
  Meals: Breakfast (Day 15), None (Day 16)