Family Adventure Pérou
Between deserts, volcanoes and Incan traditions, a family journey at the pace of highland lands and the sacred lake.
Duration
21 days
From
US$4,107/pers.
Ideal seasons
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Style
Guided tour
Comfort
Charm & Character
Travelers
Family, Couple, With friends
The spirit of travel
Set off for an immersion in the heart of Peru, between colonial cities, desert landscapes, Andean peaks and ancestral traditions. From Lima to Arequipa, from Lake Titicaca to the Sacred Valley of the Incas, this 21-day itinerary invites you to discover the many faces of the country, through authentic experiences and encounters with local communities.
From the dunes of Huacachina to the depths of Colca canyon, from Andean villages to the shores of Titicaca, each stage reveals remarkable landscapes and heritage. You will also discover local craftsmanship and traditions deeply rooted in daily life.
Designed to alternate cultural discovery, immersion and adventure in nature, this journey gradually leads you to one of the highlights of your stay: the mythical Machu Picchu. A wonderful way to explore Peru in all its diversity, taking time to discover its landscapes, history and above all those who bring it to life.
The stages of your journey
Highlights
Day-by-day itinerary
Lima
Welcome to your arrival in Lima and transfer to your hotel.
Night at Hotel Antigua Miraflores in double room.
Included: private arrival transfer, room & breakfast
Lima Discovery: Peruvian Heritage and Flavors
Discover the main historic sites and architectural monuments of the Peruvian capital, including Plaza de Armas, the Government Palace, Lima Cathedral, Plaza San Martín, and many more. During this "street food" experience, you will taste 13 types of dishes and beverages popular with locals.
Night at Hotel Antigua Miraflores in a double room.
Route to Paracas and Discovery of Laguna Morón
Ballestas Islands and Paracas National Reserve
Early in the morning, we will embark for the Ballestas Islands, renowned for hosting numerous birds and marine mammals, including the famous Humboldt penguin. We will return to the port around 10am.
We will venture into the desert where the Paracas National Reserve is located and visit its splendid beaches and cliffs. We will spend the rest of the day there before taking you to the hotel.
Free evening to enjoy the local fishing products at the port, by the sea.
Night at Paracas Guest House in a standard room.
Included: site entrance(s), group excursion (English-Spanish), guide (local language), English-speaking guide, excursion
Huacachina Desert: buggy, sandboard and night under the stars
A private driver will take you from Paracas to Huacachina, with a stop at a vineyard where the famous Pisco, Pérou's national spirit, is produced!
We set off for an unforgettable buggy adventure through the desert, until we reach our dining and rest area. An extraordinary experience in the heart of the Huacachina dunes! For snow skiing enthusiasts, you'll have the opportunity to try sand skiing here.
You'll be able to descend between 5 and 7 different dunes, accompanied by your instructor and buggy driver.
After a delicious barbecue, you'll spend the night in the heart of the desert. An unforgettable experience!
Included: private transport, private excursion, evening meal, night camping, excursion, equipment rental
Canyon of the Lost
This morning, you depart in a private vehicle for a wonderful excursion in the Ocucaje desert, to discover the Canyon de Los Perdidos.
This impressive ravine in the heart of the desert invites you to explore it at your own pace, accompanied by your driver. Your lunch will be served as a box lunch.
Return to your hotel in the afternoon.
Night at Hotel Curasi in a standard room.
Included: midday meal, English-speaking guide, private transport, room & breakfast
Heading to the White City
Arequipa, the White Pearl of the Andes
Welcome to Arequipa, the white city of the Andes!
Guided city tour of Arequipa: Named for its architecture built in sillar, a white volcanic stone from the volcanoes surrounding the city, Arequipa was conquered by the Incas, who developed flourishing agriculture in the middle of the desert.
Beyond its pleasant climate, you will be charmed by colonial constructions, notably the famous Santa Catalina convent, a veritable city within a city. You will also meet Juanita, the mummy, a witness to Inca worship dedicated to the Apus, protective spirits of the mountains.
Night at Hotel Palla in standard room.
Included: private excursion, site entrance(s), English-speaking guide, room & breakfast
Laguna de Salinas and Salinas y Aguada Blanca Reserve
This morning, we set off for a full day of exploration of the Salinas and Aguada Blanca Reserve. You will discover magnificent high altitude desert landscapes, lagoons and salt flats. We will have the opportunity to observe local wildlife, including vicuñas, herds of llamas and alpacas, as well as three species of pink flamingos.
Night at Hotel Palla in standard room.
Included: lunch, private excursion, private transport, English-speaking guide, room & breakfast
From Arequipa to Yanque, in the heart of Colca Canyon
We leave early in the morning for Chivay, enjoying magnificent views of the cordillera volcanoes along the way. We will cross the Pampa Cañahuas National Reserve, where we can observe herds of vicuñas. Once we arrive at the village, nestled in the heart of verdant terraces over 1,500 years old, we will have lunch, then settle into the hotel.
In the afternoon, if you wish, we will set off for a short walk in the surrounding countryside.
We will depart from the hotel to visit the Uyo Uyo ruins, an ancient Incan village located at 3,000 meters altitude. After this exploration, we will return towards the hotel, with the possibility of making a detour to the hot springs.
Shortly after our departure from Arequipa, we will stop at the Añashuayco quarries, where you will have the opportunity to observe stonemasons at work on sillar, this white volcanic stone widely used in the region.
Colca Zip-lining Circuit Monster: Prepare yourself for an impressive zip-line descent of over 2,000 meters long, perched at 160 meters height!
Night at Hotel Killawasi in a standard room.
Included: site entrance(s), private excursion, group excursion (English-Spanish), English-speaking guide, transport
Condor's Cross
Early in the morning, we will first head to the Condor Cross, an excellent viewing point over the Canyon de Colca, where we may have the chance to admire the majestic flight of condors, lords of the Peruvian sky.
Next, we will follow the canyon to visit the villages of Pinchollo and Maca.
Back at the hotel, you will have time to rest, and, if you wish, to visit the hot springs.
Night at Hotel Killawasi in a standard room.
Included: English-speaking guide, private transport, room & breakfast
Route to Lake Titicaca and the village of Llachón
Enjoy a free morning to savor the magnificent setting of the Colca Valley before your departure towards the Lake Titicaca.
Llachón: Immersion with Local Families on the Shores of Lake Titicaca
In Llachon, we offer you various activities with your host family.
Uros Titinos islands : Today, from the Capachica peninsula, we will set off by boat to the Uros Titino islands. We will stop there to discover the life and daily activities of local populations living in this unique environment.
Artisanal fishing : Set off on a fishing expedition with your host and discover the practices and traditional techniques used by the local population. This activity will immerse you in one of Llachon's traditions and those of inhabitants around Lake Titicaca.
Kayaking on Titicaca : Navigating on the Lake Titicaca has always been a dream? This morning, after you are equipped, you will head down to the village port where your kayaks will be waiting for you on the beach. Get ready for several hours of effort on the world's highest navigable lake. A unique and memorable experience… for you, your arms, and your breath!
Textile Workshop : Dive into one of the most emblematic activities of the women of Llachon: textile production. You will discover the different types of wool, colors, techniques and their meanings. This way of life, passed down from generation to generation, will fascinate you without a doubt.
Night with a host family in Llachon.
Included: private boat, private excursion, equipment rental, English-speaking guide, lunch, dinner,
From Puno to Cusipata: Tinajani and Mountain Biking in the Andes
This morning, we depart from your hotel in private transport to reach the small village of Raqchi, where our hosts will welcome us.
Along the way, we will make a stop in Pukara, with the possibility of visiting the small lithic museum.
We will then continue to the Tinajani geological site, where we will admire superb rock formations as well as a Puya Raimondi forest, a plant endemic to the Andes.
Expected arrival at the end of the day.
Mountain bikes are at your disposal for a descent through the Puyas Raimondi forest. A unique moment in a grandiose landscape.
Night at Cusipata River Lodge in a standard room.
Included: private transport, English-speaking guide, excursion, dinner, room & breakfast, guide fees
Rafting Urumbamba
We will pick you up at your hotel in private transport, and after approximately one and a half hours of driving, we will arrive at our landing site. There, our guides will give you all safety instructions and equip you for rafting. You will navigate for approximately two hours, mainly on Class III and III+ rapids.
After the adventure, we will enjoy a good meal by the water, followed by a free afternoon or, for the most daring, a zip-lining session over the Urubamba.
Night at Cusipata River Lodge in a standard room.
Included: lunch, equipment rental, rafting guide, transport, dinner, room & breakfast, guide fees
Discovery of the Colorful Mountain of Palcoyo
Today, we continue our journey towards the Palcoyo Colorful Mountain, where you can admire a unique landscape. We will arrive at our destination at the end of the day.
Mountain bikes will be at your disposal for an exciting descent into the canyon!
Night at Hotel Rumi Punku in a standard room.
Cusco - visit to the historical capital of the Incas
In Cusco, we offer you various visits and tourist activities, enriched by our local knowledge to help you discover the city from the inside.
We will explore the Incan temples overlooking the city, then the historic colonial center, where the meeting of Andean and Western cultures is expressed in magnificent mansions.
According to your interests and available time, we will organize a personalized visit, taking you through the lanes lined with Incan walls to discover the city, its museums, churches and palaces.
Night at Hotel Rumi Punku in a standard room.
Included: lunch, general tourist ticket, site entrance(s), English-speaking guide, private transport, room & breakfast
To the Rescue of Tupac Amaru
Leave today for an Escape Game of 3 to 4 hours in the center of Cusco!
The game takes place in the historic center of the city and immerses you in the 18th century, the era when the first libertarian cry of South America was launched. Your main mission will be to help free Túpac Amaru, the first to rebel against the occupation and abuses of the Spanish kingdom in Latin America. You will have clues and objects to solve riddles and reach your final objective: free your leader, Tupac Amaru!
Night at Hotel Rumi Punku in a standard room.
Included: room & breakfast
Sacred Valley of the Incas: Chinchero, Moray, Maras and Ollantaytambo
Chinchero → Sacred Valley
This morning, we will pick you up at your accommodation to head to the Sacred Valley of the Incas.
We will begin our visit by going to Chinchero, where we will attend an in-depth demonstration in a textile workshop. We will discover the ancestral weaving and dyeing techniques that have persisted since the time of Inca culture.
After this visit we will go to Moray which is an agricultural laboratory that you will discover with your guide.
Then, we will head to the Maras salt ponds, from where we will begin, if you wish, a magnificent walk, all downhill, to the Urubamba river.
Sacred Valley → Ollantaytambo
After meeting up with our driver, we will end our day at Ollantaytambo, where we will visit the Incan ruins of the village.
Night at Hotel Sol Natura Ollantay in a standard room.
Discovery of Machu Picchu
Aguas Calientes → Machu Picchu
You will need to reach the main avenue of Aguas Calientes to take a shuttle that will take you to the entrance of Machu Picchu. The journey takes approximately 30 minutes.
Today marks probably one of the highlights of your trip!
Machu Picchu stands at 2,430 m altitude in the heart of the tropical forest, in an exceptional setting. This site represents probably one of the most impressive urban achievements of the Inca Empire at its height. Its immense walls, terraces and ramps seem to be harmoniously carved into the rocky cliffs.
We will enjoy a guided tour of approximately 2 hours with our local guide, followed by free time so you can explore this wonder of the world at your own pace.
Machu Picchu → Aguas Calientes
After your visit to Machu Picchu, you will hike down to Aguas Calientes, a trek of approximately 1h30.
If you prefer to go down by bus to the village instead, it is possible to buy your ticket at the exit of the site.
You will take the train from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo, where the train company will welcome you to board a shuttle bus that will take you to Wanchaq station in Cusco.
Aguas Calientes → Ollantaytambo
You will take the train from Aguas Calientes towards Ollantaytambo.
Night at Hotel Sol Natura Ollantay in a standard room.
2 hours by shuttle. Upon your arrival in Cusco, a transfer to your hotel will be organized.
Night at Llipimpac Guesthouse in a standard room.
Price per person
Indicative price per person, based on double room. Each trip is customized according to your preferences.
This trip can be tailored to your preferences
This itinerary provides an excellent foundation for discovery, but it can be fully customized. Our local advisors build each trip tailored to your budget, dates and preferences.
Not included
- International flights
- Meals not mentioned in the program
- Personal Expenses
Included
- Domestic flights
- Private transfers arrival & departure mentioned
- Accommodation & breakfast throughout the stay
- Meals mentioned in the program
- Excursions Mentioned in the Program
- Private transport mentioned in the program
- English-speaking guide
- Site entries
- Train tickets
- Round-trip Bus Machu Picchu
- Mountain biking
- Guide rafting
- Guide fees
Practical Information
Registration is considered firm and final after payment of a deposit of 30% of the total price and acceptance of the specific terms of sale.
The balance must be paid no later than 45 days before the departure date.
See our specific terms of sale for full details.
In the event of cancellation by the traveller, the following fees apply:
- More than 60 days before departure: 40% of the total price (deposit retained)
- Between 60 and 30 days before departure: 50% of the total price
- Less than 30 days before departure: 100% of the total price
We strongly recommend taking out cancellation insurance. See our specific terms of sale for full details.
The information below concerns entry requirements for tourism stays in Peru. Entry regulations may change, so we recommend you verify the information with the official authorities before your departure.
Passport
To enter Peru, your passport must be valid for a minimum of six months after your entry date and must contain at least one blank page for immigration stamps.
The document must be in good condition (no damaged, torn, or altered pages).
Tourism stay without a visa
Entry requirements depend on your nationality. You must verify the visa requirements and any visa exemptions applicable to you with the embassy or consulate of Peru in your country of residence.
Generally, immigration authorities may request:
an exit ticket from the country (return flight or onward travel),
proof of sufficient financial resources for the duration of your stay,
confirmation of an accommodation booking for the first nights.
Health and vaccinations
Vaccination requirements depend on your nationality and the regions you plan to visit. However, certain vaccinations are strongly recommended according to the areas visited:
yellow fever is recommended for travelers going to the Amazon regions and low-altitude areas (below 2,300 m); an international vaccination certificate may be required upon entry if you are arriving from a risk country,
updating routine vaccinations (hepatitis A, typhoid fever, tetanus) is advised.
Precautions against malaria are recommended in certain regions of the Peruvian Amazon. Consult a doctor or international vaccination center before your departure.
Travel with children
Minors must hold their own valid passport covering the duration of the stay.
When a minor travels without one or both parents, Peruvian authorities may require a notarized parental authorization, ideally translated into Spanish. Additional requirements may apply depending on your country of residence.
Entry requirements verification
Entry conditions may vary according to your nationality. You must check with the embassy or consulate of Peru in your country of residence to verify the specific requirements that apply to you.
To participate in our trips, it is strongly recommended to have assistance and repatriation insurance as well as foreign medical expenses coverage.
Your local agency encourages you to familiarize yourself with the specific contract developed with our partner CHAPKA ASSURANCES and AXA ASSISTANCE.
To subscribe to insurance, find out about coverage and rates, follow the link below.
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Specific to our trips, we strongly recommend subscribing to them.
If you choose to subscribe to one of these plans, the agreement detailing all coverage and the procedure for filing a claim are available on the insurer's website.
Your local agency will be aware of it, but only the participant is responsible for complying with the claim notification procedures. The participant must therefore keep this agreement with them for the entire duration of their trip.
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Travel with peace of mind — I'll handle the insuranceFrequently asked questions
Visitors can stay in Peru without a visa. A valid passport for at least 6 months after entry is required. The immigration form (TAM) is now electronic and must be completed upon arrival. Before booking your trip, check the entry requirements applicable to your nationality with the Peruvian consular authorities.
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You can send a message to your host directly from the Tea Lounge.
For a quality tailor-made trip, budget between 160 and 270 euros per day per person, including accommodation, meals, internal transportation and English-speaking guide. International flights (900-1400 euros round-trip) are additional. Access to Machu Picchu (permit, train, bus) represents a separate budget.
Your documents are accessible in the Documents tab of your trip.
Absolutely. We adapt each trip to match our travelers' profiles. For families, we prioritize relaxed paces, family-friendly accommodations, fun and educational activities, and comfortable private transfers. Our local English-speaking guides know how to capture children's attention with age-appropriate anecdotes.
It's simple. You exchange with our local team to define your wishes, budget and dates. You receive a detailed itinerary proposal within 48 hours. You adjust every detail together until it's perfect. You confirm and travel with peace of mind. Your local agency remains available 7 days a week throughout your trip.
In case of emergency, contact your local agency immediately.
Payment is generally made in two installments.
Our agency is part of the Nomadays network, registered in France. You benefit from APST (Association Professionnelle de Solidarité du Tourisme) coverage, which protects 100% of your funds. Secure payment, repatriation insurance included, and English-speaking assistance 24/7 on the ground throughout your stay.
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Explorer of the Andes and Forgotten Worlds, based in Cusco
Peru often feels like traveling through several worlds in a single trip. Each region tells a different story, with its own landscapes, traditions, and its own way of experiencing time.
— Lionel
