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Cross Peru from Pacific desert to Andean highlands and the Amazon over 21 days. Visit Paracas, Nazca, Arequipa, Colca, Lake Titicaca, Cusco, Machu Picchu and an Amazon lodge while learning about pre‑Inca and Inca engineering.
Cross Peru from Pacific desert to Andean highlands and the Amazon over 21 days. Visit Paracas, Nazca, Arequipa, Colca, Lake Titicaca, Cusco, Machu Picchu and an Amazon lodge while learning about pre‑Inca and Inca engineering.
Morning fog lifts off the Pacific as your coach rolls out of Miraflores and the country opens like a map—coastal desert, high puna, terraced valleys and then, finally, the Amazon’s green roil. This 21-day circuit links Lima, Paracas, Nazca, Arequipa, Colca, Lake Titicaca, Cusco, the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu with a short Amazon detour in Iquitos, a route that reads like a primer in Peruvian landscapes.
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Morning fog lifts off the Pacific as your coach rolls out of Miraflores and the country opens like a map—coastal desert, high puna, terraced valleys and then, finally, the Amazon’s green roil. This 21-day circuit links Lima, Paracas, Nazca, Arequipa, Colca, Lake Titicaca, Cusco, the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu with a short Amazon detour in Iquitos, a route that reads like a primer in Peruvian landscapes.
The itinerary threads pre-Inca adobe cemeteries, Inca stonework at Sacsayhuamán and the engineered salt pans of Maras, alongside colonial baroque in Lima and Arequipa’s white sillar architecture. Geology is dramatic: coastal dunes give way to the Altiplano plateau at over 4,000 m and narrow down into river-cut canyons like Colca, deeper than the Grand Canyon in places. Local cultures remain visible—in Taquile’s cooperative textile workshops and market stalls in Pisac—and guides explain technologies from Nazca aqueducts to Inca terracing.
Expect varied terrain and a steady tempo: long coach transfers on the Panamericana, moderate walks on archeological sites, short hikes around Cusco and a bus-and-buslet ascent to Machu Picchu’s 2,360 m steep approaches. Acclimatize gradually—several nights above 2,300 m—and allow for optional activities like a Ballestas boat trip, sandboarding in Huacachina, a Colca condor watch at sunrise and an Amazon lodge extension.
Practically: bring layered clothing for 0–25°C swings, sturdy footwear for uneven stonework, sun protection for high UV, and small cash for markets. With private transport and a German-speaking guide, this tour balances cultural depth and outdoor variety—suitable for fit travelers comfortable at altitude and eager to move through Peru’s many climates.
moderate.
21 days.
Moderate fitness—comfortable with long bus days, short hikes, stair climbs and several high-altitude nights.
A moderate fitness level is sufficient—most days include short to moderate walks and several long coach transfers; you should be comfortable walking on uneven terrain and climbing stairs.
Altitude effects vary; the itinerary includes gradual ascent with nights in intermediate altitudes to reduce risk—avoid alcohol, hydrate, and discuss prophylaxis with your doctor if concerned.
Two domestic economy flights are included (Cusco–Lima and Iquitos–Lima) per the itinerary; check final documents for exact routings and baggage rules.
No—the Amazon lodge package (approx. €200) is optional; participants can remain in Iquitos instead and join selected river excursions for a day rate.
Peru’s sites span millennia: pre‑Inca coastal cultures like Paracas and Nazca engineered aqueducts and geoglyphs, while the Inca established stone terracing and administrative centers that shaped the highlands.
Several stops fall within protected areas (Paracas Reserve, Colca region) where visitor numbers and boat approaches are controlled—respect rules, avoid single‑use plastics and buy local crafts to support communities.
Stadtführungen in Konstanz & Reiseleitungen rund um den Bodensee operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
Morning fog lifts off the Pacific as your coach rolls out of Miraflores and the country opens like a map—coastal desert, high puna, terraced valleys and then, finally, the Amazon’s green roil. This 21-day circuit links Lima, Paracas, Nazca, Arequipa, Colca, Lake Titicaca, Cusco, the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu with a short Amazon detour in Iquitos, a route that reads like a primer in Peruvian landscapes.
Morning fog lifts off the Pacific as your coach rolls out of Miraflores and the country opens like a map—coastal desert, high puna, terraced valleys and then, finally, the Amazon’s green roil. This 21-day circuit links Lima, Paracas, Nazca, Arequipa, Colca, Lake Titicaca, Cusco, the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu with a short Amazon detour in Iquitos, a route that reads like a primer in Peruvian landscapes.
The itinerary threads pre-Inca adobe cemeteries, Inca stonework at Sacsayhuamán and the engineered salt pans of Maras, alongside colonial baroque in Lima and Arequipa’s white sillar architecture. Geology is dramatic: coastal dunes give way to the Altiplano plateau at over 4,000 m and narrow down into river-cut canyons like Colca, deeper than the Grand Canyon in places. Local cultures remain visible—in Taquile’s cooperative textile workshops and market stalls in Pisac—and guides explain technologies from Nazca aqueducts to Inca terracing.
Expect varied terrain and a steady tempo: long coach transfers on the Panamericana, moderate walks on archeological sites, short hikes around Cusco and a bus-and-buslet ascent to Machu Picchu’s 2,360 m steep approaches. Acclimatize gradually—several nights above 2,300 m—and allow for optional activities like a Ballestas boat trip, sandboarding in Huacachina, a Colca condor watch at sunrise and an Amazon lodge extension.
Practically: bring layered clothing for 0–25°C swings, sturdy footwear for uneven stonework, sun protection for high UV, and small cash for markets. With private transport and a German-speaking guide, this tour balances cultural depth and outdoor variety—suitable for fit travelers comfortable at altitude and eager to move through Peru’s many climates.