12 days
Lima, Cuzco, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Puno, Colca, Arequipa

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.
  • 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 or
    Add this in-depth excursion:
    Ceviche cooking class

    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. 

  • 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

  • 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

  • Day 5: Sacred Valley • Pisac • Cuzco

    Travel via Pisac to Cuzco

    Visit Pisac Market

    Visit the Fortress of Sacsayhuaman

    Explore Cuzco on your own

  • Day 6: Cuzco • Raqch'i • Puno

    Travel via Raqch'i to Puno

    Visit the Raqch'i temple

  • Day 7: Puno

    Enjoy a boat excursion on Lake Titicaca

    See Taquile Island and the Uros floating islands

  • Day 8: Puno • Sillustani • Colca

    Travel via Sillustani to Colca

    Tour the Sillustani archeological site with an expert local guide

  • 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

  • Day 10: Arequipa

    Visit the Santa Catalina Monastery

    Visit the Museum of Andean Sanctuaries

  • 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

  • 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 or
    Add this in-depth excursion:
    Ceviche cooking class

    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. 

  • 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

  • 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

  • Day 5: Sacred Valley • Pisac • Cuzco

    Travel via Pisac to Cuzco

    Visit Pisac Market

    Visit the Fortress of Sacsayhuaman

    Explore Cuzco on your own

  • Day 6: Cuzco • Raqch'i • Puno

    Travel via Raqch'i to Puno

    Visit the Raqch'i temple

  • Day 7: Puno

    Enjoy a boat excursion on Lake Titicaca

    See Taquile Island and the Uros floating islands

  • Day 8: Puno • Sillustani • Colca

    Travel via Sillustani to Colca

    Tour the Sillustani archeological site with an expert local guide

  • 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

  • Day 10: Arequipa

    Visit the Santa Catalina Monastery

    Visit the Museum of Andean Sanctuaries

  • 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

  • Day 12: Arrive home

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Your experience includes

  • Airfare & transportation

    Round-trip flights on major carriers; comfortable motorcoach; train; internal flights

  • Hotels

    10 overnight stays in hotels with private bathrooms

  • Regional-style meals

    Breakfast and dinner daily

  • Guided sightseeing

    2 sightseeing tours led by expert, licensed local guides; 1 sightseeing tour led by your Tour Director; 2 walking tours

  • 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

  • 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.

  • Expert Local Guides

    Your expert local guides are natural historians, adding cultural insight and global perspective on your sightseeing tours.

  • Personalized Learning Support

    Our personalized learning experience engages students before, during and after tour, with the option to create a final, reflective project for academic credit.

  • 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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  • 24-hour Emergency Service

    Travelers and their families can count on EF's dedicated emergency service team.

  • Peace of Mind Program

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