Classic Peru – 20 Days Tour

Duration

20 Days / 19 Nights

Difficulty

Medium

Group Size

8 people

Location

Cusco - Perú

Overview

20-Day Peru Tour: From Lima to the Amazon, Machu Picchu & Cusco

This 20 day Peru tour is designed for explorers, culture lovers, and nature seekers who want to see it all. You’ll travel from the vibrant streets of Lima to the mystical heights of Machu Picchu, sail across Lake Titicaca, trek the unforgettable Inca Trail, and marvel at the biodiversity of the Amazon rainforest. Expertly curated by Inca Trail For Less, this 20 day Peru tour combines rich history, breathtaking landscapes, and authentic cultural encounters into one seamless journey, making it one of the most complete 20 day Peru tour itineraries available.

Upon your arrival in Lima, our local representative will be waiting to welcome you and walk you through your full itinerary, covering logistics, travel tips, and what to expect at each stop along the way. You’ll receive your travel documents, emergency contacts, and all the support you need to start this 20 day Peru tour with confidence, from the deserts of the coast to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Machu Picchu.

From the Nazca Lines to the floating islands of Lake Titicaca, every day of this 20 day Peru tour is built around authentic, unforgettable experiences. If you’re looking for something shorter or different, take a look at our other Peru tours, or get in touch to build a fully custom itinerary.


Tour Overview

Detail Info
 Duration 20 Days / 19 Nights
 Difficulty Moderate
 Max.   Altitude 4,215 m / 13,828 ft (Dead Woman’s Pass, Inca Trail)
 Group Size Small groups (max. 8 people)
 Starting  Point Lima
 Price per  person 4200 USA. Per Person
 Best Season April–October (dry season)
 Includes Lima, Ballestas Islands, Nazca Lines flight, Arequipa & Colca Canyon, Lake Titicaca, Cusco & Sacred Valley, 4-Day Inca Trail, Amazon eco-lodge

Altitudes Along the Way

Destination Altitude
Lima 154 m / 505 ft
Ballestas Islands (sea level) 0 m / 0 ft
Nazca 520 m / 1,706 ft
Arequipa 2,335 m / 7,661 ft
Colca Canyon (Cruz del Cóndor) 3,800 m / 12,467 ft
Puno / Lake Titicaca 3,812 m / 12,507 ft
Cusco 3,399 m / 11,152 ft
Sacred Valley (Ollantaytambo) 2,792 m / 9,160 ft
Dead Woman’s Pass (Inca Trail) 4,215 m / 13,828 ft
Machu Picchu 2,430 m / 7,972 ft
Amazon Rainforest (Puerto Maldonado area) 250 m / 820 ft

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day Itinerary Altitude
Day 1 Arrival in Lima — welcome briefing with local representative 154 m
Day 2 Lima City Tour — colonial center & Miraflores 154 m
Day 3 Ballestas Islands boat excursion — Peru’s «Little Galapagos» 0 m
Day 4 Nazca Lines overflight — view the ancient geoglyphs 520 m
Day 5 Travel to Arequipa 2,335 m
Day 6 Arequipa City Tour 2,335 m
Day 7 Colca Canyon — condor spotting at Cruz del Cóndor 3,800 m
Day 8 Colca Canyon → travel to Puno 3,812 m
Day 9 Lake Titicaca — Uros & Taquile floating islands 3,812 m
Day 10 Travel to Cusco 3,399 m
Day 11 Cusco City Tour & ruins (Sacsayhuamán, Q’enqo, Tambomachay) 3,701 m
Day 12 Sacred Valley — Pisac & Ollantaytambo 2,792 m
Day 13 Inca Trail Day 1: Km 82 → Wayllabamba 3,000 m
Day 14 Inca Trail Day 2: Dead Woman’s Pass → Pacaymayo 4,215 m
Day 15 Inca Trail Day 3: Phuyupatamarca → Wiñay Wayna 3,650 m
Day 16 Inca Trail Day 4: Sun Gate (Inti Punku) → Machu Picchu 2,430 m
Day 17 Travel to the Amazon — eco-lodge, Puerto Maldonado area 250 m
Day 18 Full day in the Amazon Rainforest — guided jungle tours 250 m
Day 19 Amazon → return flight to Cusco 3,399 m
Day 20 Departure from Cusco 3,399 m

Briefing To Explore Peru

Upon your arrival in Lima, our local representative will be waiting to warmly welcome you. They will provide a detailed briefing about your 20 Day Journey through Peru, covering important information such as the itinerary, travel tips, logistics, and what to expect in each destination. You’ll receive your travel documents, contacts, and all the support you need to start this unforgettable adventure with confidence.

Highlights

  • Lima city tour – Discover Peru’s culinary capital
  • Ballestas Islands boat excursion – Peru’s «Little Galapagos»
  • Nazca Lines flight – View the mysterious ancient geoglyphs
  • Arequipa & Colca Canyon – Spot condors in one of the world’s deepest canyons
  • Lake Titicaca – Visit Uros and Taquile floating islands
  • Cusco city & ruins – Discover the heart of the Incan Empire
  • Sacred Valley – Explore Pisac & Ollantaytambo
  • 4-Day Inca Trail – Trek to the Sun Gate of Machu Picchu
  • Amazon Rainforest – Stay in an eco-lodge & enjoy guided jungle tours

Prefer a shorter trip?

Good to Know

Itinerary

  • Welcome to Peru, Upon arrival at the Lima airport, you’ll be transferred to your hotel in Miraflores. Depending on your arrival time, you may stroll along the Pacific coast or enjoy a relaxing dinner with ocean views.

Included

  • 19 nights accommodation (hotels, lodges, and Inca Trail camping)
  • All internal flights and ground transfers
  • Professional English-speaking guides
  • Entrance tickets (Machu Picchu, Sacred Valley, Amazon, etc.)
  • Meals as per itinerary
  • 24/7 travel support from Inca Trail For Less

Excluded

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$ 4200

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