Condor
Summary of nights: Lima 1, Pisco 1, Nasca 1, bus 1, Arequipa 2, Colca Canyon 1, Puno 1, La Paz 3, Puno 1, Cusco and Machu Picchu 7, Lima 1.
- Wildlife and ancient cultures of the desert coast.
- Condor-spotting in the Colca Canyon, the world’s deepest.
- The sparkling waters and reed islands of sacred Lake Titicaca.
- La Paz: medley of Indian, Spanish colonial and contemporary life.
- Cusco: music, markets, museums - Peru’s most dynamic city.
- Machu Picchu and the sacred valley: the splendours of the Inca heritage.
- Optional Inca Trail hike.
Holiday Itinerary
Day 1 Fly to Lima, arriving the same evening.
Day 2 Public bus to Pisco.
Day 3 Boat trip to Ballestas Islands, continue to Nasca.
Day 4 Optional flight over the Nasca Lines. Overnight coast to Arequipa.
Days 5,6 Explore Arequipa.
Day 7 Drive to Colca Canyon - condors + hot springs
Day 8 Continue by road to Lake Titicaca.
Day 9 Drive around the shores of the lake to La Paz.
Days 10,11 Explore this fascinating city, its markets and museums.
Day 12 Visit the site of Tiwanaku, continue to Puno and boat trip to the Uros islands on Lake Titicaca.
Day 13 Bus to Cusco.
Days 14-19 Explore Cusco and surroundings including the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu (optional Inca trail to Machu Picchu).
Day 20 Fly to Lima.
Day 21 Fly UK, arriving day 22.
Extension
Days 20 At leisure in Cusco.
Days 21-23 Flight to Puerto Maldonado, at leisure in jungle.
Day 24 Fly Lima.
Day 25 Fly UK, arriving UK day 26.
Why Not : Hike The Inca Trail?
Optional four day trek to Machu Picchu. Early booking is recommended as permits are limited. Please enquire for price.
A few days to spare?
Take a look at our suggested extensions, or our tailor-made section, for some inspiring ideas on how to spend a few extra days from unwinding on tropical beaches, exploring the Amazon basin, cruising around the Galápagos islands or discovering impressive ancient sites. Our Adventure project in Peru offers an exciting opportunity to get involved with rainforest conservation.
Trip Profile
Transport: One flight (1 hr), 8 road journeys, longest 8 hours, 2 train journeys (3½ hrs each). Unescorted extension - 2 flights (1-2hrs)
Accommodation: Small friendly hotels, colonial or modern in style, private bathroom.
Meals: Breakfast daily.
Included excursions: Boat trip to Ballestas Islands; Arequipa walking tour; Colca Canyon; Uros Islands, Lake Titicaca; La Paz walking tour; Tiwanaku ruins; Sacred Valley, Cusco and Sacsayhuaman, Machu Picchu.
Inca Trail: If you wish to take this optional hike you must book well in advance. Please enquire for price.
Group size: Min 4, max 16. Led by Journey Latin America tour leader. | 
"The Group members were superb, friendly and great fun" (SH, North Yorkshire, Sept 2008)
“The Condor was the experience of a lifetime” (RW, London) |