Love a good mystery? This 8-day vacation to Peru is the perfect escape to delve into the world’s most intriguing lost and found story. Featuring not one, but two days behind the misty gates of Machu Picchu, this below-the-equator tour takes you high into the Andes and deeper inside the Lost City of the Incas to unearth its centuries-old secrets. Navigating the cryptic maze of trails, temples, and terraces in the world’s most famous forgotten city is one for the memory books. Other great finds on this tantalizing tour of Peru? Up-close encounters with llamas, alpacas, and other Sacred Valley lo
Tour Itinerary
Day 1
ARRIVE IN LIMA, PERU
Welcome to the modern city of Lima! Upon arrival, you will be met by your Globus representative.
Day 2
LIMA
Legendary Lima This afternoon, your Local Guide focuses on the city’s colonial heritage during a walking tour. Start at the Plaza de Armas to see the Government Palace and the cathedral. From here, stroll to the venerable San Francisco Monastery with its splendid 17th-century cloister murals. For a special treat, [LOCAL FAVORITE] stop at a local food market to get a real taste of life for the local people. This evening, enjoy dinner at one of Lima’s Peruvian restaurants with your fellow travel companions. (B,D) LOCAL FAVORITE LOCAL TASTES Stop for a real taste of Peru at a local market. Sample
Day 3
LIMA–CUSCO–SACRED VALLEY
Empire of the Andes Fly to Cusco, the impressive Andean city that was once the capital of the Inca Empire. Head into the Sacred Valley of the Incas and visit the semi-circular Kenko Amphitheater with its stone altars and labyrinth of passages and see the ancient site of Puca Pucara. Also, in the Sacred Valley, experience an [LOCAL FAVORITE] El Pago a la Tierra, or Mother Earth Ceremony, performed by a local shaman. Meet local families who preserve the ancient technique of Pre-Columbian weaving using South American camelid fleece. This is your chance to get up close to the various camelids, inc
Day 4
SACRED VALLEY–MACHU PICCHU
Mystery on the Mountain This morning, visit the Inca Fortress of Ollantaytambo, followed by [LOCAL FAVORITE] a visit to a local home, meet some of the area’s families, and experience their way of life in the Sacred Valley. Then, board the Vistadome train for a scenic journey through the lush Urubamba Valley. Upon arrival, ascend the mountainside to legendary Machu Picchu, the “Lost City of the Incas.” Your Local Guide will introduce this intact fortress with its temple remains, holy houses, and mile-long aqueduct, and will bring you closer to the mysteries still hidden in these amazing structu
What's Included
Meals
Breakfast daily, 2 lunches, 4 dinners
Hotels
Lima
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Casa Andina Select Miraflores
Moderate First-Class
Lima,
Peru
Calle Schell 452
Free WiFi
This hotel welcomes you to Lima in comfort and style. It is located in the center of Lima's bustling district of Miraflores, within walking distance of shops, restaurants, bars, and other Lima attractions. The excellent Casa Andina Select Miraflores exudes sophistication and comfort, focusing on personalized service and great amenities.
Sacred Valley
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Sonesta Posadas del Inca - Sacred Valley - Yucay
First-Class
Sacred Valley,
Peru
Plaza Manco 11 De Yucay 123
Free WiFi
Bursting with character, the Sonesta Posadas del Inca hotel is the leader in boutique hotels in the Sacred Valley. Featuring a rustic ambiance with modern comforts, dynamite local cuisine, and friendly service, it makes for a memorable stay in one of the most remarkable places in the world. The colonial-style former monastery is surrounded by views of the Andes and beautiful gardens - a leisurely and soothing escape.
Machu Picchu
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El Mapi by Inkaterra
First-Class
Machu Picchu,
Peru
Av Pachacutec 109
Free WiFi
Smart and contemporary are the defining elements of this hotel, amidst the commercial village of Machu Picchu Pueblo. The hotel welcomes a wide range of guests expecting an uncomplicated visit. Hotel amenities include a restaurant, bar, hot-water pond, gift shop, Internet, and laundry service.
Cusco
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Sonesta Hotel Cusco
Superior First-Class
Cusco,
Peru
Av. El Sol 954
Free WiFi
The Sonesta Hotel Cusco features a modern contemporary décor and a fine dining restaurant serving classic Peruvian cuisine. It is within blocks of a handicraft market, Plaza de Armas, shops, and restaurants.
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Aug 31, 2025
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Sep 07, 2025
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Sep 14, 2025
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Sep 21, 2025
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$3,272
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Sep 28, 2025
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Oct 05, 2025
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Oct 12, 2025
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Oct 19, 2025
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Oct 26, 2025
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Nov 02, 2025
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Nov 09, 2025
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Nov 16, 2025
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$3,272
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