Heights of Peru
Peru is an awe-inspiring country, with some of the most unique geographical landmarks in the world.
Explore a city in the clouds, the ancient Incan citadel Machu Picchu. See the blue waters of Lake Titicaca, the highest lake of its size in the world, and take in breathtaking views of the Andean Condors soaring over Colca Canyon. The Peruvian culture of today is no less compelling—get a glimpse at one of its colorful markets and by talking to native communities.
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Day 1: Fly to Peru
Meet your Tour Director at the airport -
Day 2: Lima • Pucusana
Take a day trip to Pucusana
Speak with local fisherman and learn about their work in the harbor
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:
Ceviche cooking class
Lima is known worldwide for its culinary traditions, and no local dish is more popular than ceviche. Learn its history as you try your hand at making and eating this fresh seafood and citrus dish.
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Day 3: Lima • Cuzco • Sacred Valley
Fly to Cuzco
Travel to the Sacred Valley
Learn about Peruvian pottery at the Pablo Seminario ceramics workshop in Urubamba
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Day 4: Sacred Valley • Machu Picchu
Travel by train to Aguas Calientes
Tour Machu Picchu with an expert local guide
Return by train to the Sacred Valley
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Day 5: Sacred Valley • Pisac • Cuzco
Travel via Pisac to Cuzco
Visit Pisac Market
Visit the Fortress of Sacsayhuaman
Explore Cuzco on your own
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Day 6: Cuzco • Raqch'i • Puno
Travel via Raqch'i to Puno
Visit the Raqch'i temple
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Day 7: Puno
Enjoy a boat excursion on Lake Titicaca
See Taquile Island and the Uros floating islands
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Day 8: Puno • Sillustani • Colca
Travel via Sillustani to Colca
Tour the Sillustani archeological site with an expert local guide
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Day 9: Colca • Arequipa
Today's Theme: Incan Traditions
Participate in an interactive language lesson on Peru's indigenous past before experiencing the daily life of rural Peruvians
Visit Colca Canyon
Take a tour of the Maca and Yanque villages
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Day 10: Arequipa
Visit the Santa Catalina Monastery
Visit the Museum of Andean Sanctuaries
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Day 11: Arequipa • Lima • Depart for home
Today's Theme: Peruvian Symbolism
Explore the importance of symbolism in Peruvian culture and build the language confidence to interact with local artisans
Visit the Santa Catalina Monastery
Fly to Lima
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Day 12: Arrive home
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Day 1: Fly to Peru
Meet your Tour Director at the airport -
Day 2: Lima • Pucusana
Take a day trip to Pucusana
Speak with local fisherman and learn about their work in the harbor
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:
Ceviche cooking class
Lima is known worldwide for its culinary traditions, and no local dish is more popular than ceviche. Learn its history as you try your hand at making and eating this fresh seafood and citrus dish.
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Day 3: Lima • Cuzco • Sacred Valley
Fly to Cuzco
Travel to the Sacred Valley
Learn about Peruvian pottery at the Pablo Seminario ceramics workshop in Urubamba
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Day 4: Sacred Valley • Machu Picchu
Travel by train to Aguas Calientes
Tour Machu Picchu with an expert local guide
Return by train to the Sacred Valley
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Day 5: Sacred Valley • Pisac • Cuzco
Travel via Pisac to Cuzco
Visit Pisac Market
Visit the Fortress of Sacsayhuaman
Explore Cuzco on your own
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Day 6: Cuzco • Raqch'i • Puno
Travel via Raqch'i to Puno
Visit the Raqch'i temple
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Day 7: Puno
Enjoy a boat excursion on Lake Titicaca
See Taquile Island and the Uros floating islands
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Day 8: Puno • Sillustani • Colca
Travel via Sillustani to Colca
Tour the Sillustani archeological site with an expert local guide
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Day 9: Colca • Arequipa
Today's Theme: Incan Traditions
Participate in an interactive language lesson on Peru's indigenous past before experiencing the daily life of rural Peruvians
Visit Colca Canyon
Take a tour of the Maca and Yanque villages
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Day 10: Arequipa
Visit the Santa Catalina Monastery
Visit the Museum of Andean Sanctuaries
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Day 11: Arequipa • Lima • Depart for home
Today's Theme: Peruvian Symbolism
Explore the importance of symbolism in Peruvian culture and build the language confidence to interact with local artisans
Visit the Santa Catalina Monastery
Fly to Lima
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Day 12: Arrive home
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Your experience includes
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Airfare & transportation
Round-trip flights on major carriers; comfortable motorcoach; train; internal flights
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Hotels
10 overnight stays in hotels with private bathrooms
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Regional-style meals
Breakfast and dinner daily
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Guided sightseeing
2 sightseeing tours led by expert, licensed local guides; 1 sightseeing tour led by your Tour Director; 2 walking tours
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Entrances
Pucasana fishermen excursion; Pablo Seminario; Machu Picchu; Sacsayhuaman fortress; Raqch'i Temple; Lake Titicaca boat excursion; Sillustani archeological site; Colca Canyon; Museum of Andean Sanctuaries; Santa Catalina Monastery
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Full-time Tour Director
Your culturally connected Tour Director is with your group 24/7, providing deep local insight while handling all on-tour logistics.
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Expert Local Guides
Your expert local guides are natural historians, adding cultural insight and global perspective on your sightseeing tours.
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Continuous Support
Your dedicated EF team helps you every step of the way—from recruiting and enrolling travelers to planning and managing your tour.
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Worldwide Presence
EF has over 500 schools and offices in more than 50 countries worldwide so wherever you go, we're there too.
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24-hour Emergency Service
Travelers and their families can count on EF's dedicated emergency service team.
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Peace of Mind Program
Feel secure knowing your group can change their destination or travel dates due to unforeseen circumstances. Learn more about your flexible options at eftours.com/peaceofmind.
Lowest price
Price is valid for students under the age of 20 at the time of travel that room in triples and quads. Minimum participation is required. Change and cancellation fees of up to the total price will apply. Applicable airline baggage fees are not included and can be found at www.eftours.com/baggage. Program price is valid today only.
Price displayed includes an Early Enrollment Discount; restrictions apply. To determine if you qualify, please contact your Tour Consultant. Tours departing between 10/1/2023 and 9/30/2024 may be eligible for a $100 discount. Tours departing 10/1/2024 and beyond may be eligible for a $200 discount; restrictions apply.
