Lima
The colonial old town, the Miraflores and Barranco clifftops, and a Peruvian dinner, among the most celebrated cuisines in the world.
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Peru
Peru: Lima, Cusco and Machu Picchu
Lima, Cusco, the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu, Peru
- 8 nights
- Best: April, May, June, July, August, September, October
- from about €2,400 per person
At a glance
From the gastronomic capital to the Inca Andes, ending at the citadel of Machu Picchu by train. The dry season, April to October, is the best time.
- When to go: April, May, June, July, August, September, October.
- Length: 8 nights.
- Indicative budget: from about €2,400 per person (rough estimate: real prices vary with dates and availability).
- Suggested arrival airports: Lima (LIM), Cusco (CUZ).
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The stops
Cusco
The old Inca capital: Plaza de Armas, the Qorikancha and the fortress of Sacsayhuamán. At 3,400 metres, take it easy at first.
Sacred Valley
Andean villages, the terraces of Moray, the Maras salt pans and the ruins of Pisac and Ollantaytambo.
Machu Picchu
A night in Aguas Calientes and a dawn visit to the Inca citadel. Book entrance tickets and train well in advance.
Getting around
| Leg | Suggested transport |
|---|---|
| Lima → Cusco | flight |
| Cusco → Sacred Valley | car |
| Sacred Valley → Machu Picchu | train |
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