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Amazon beauty and Inca history on an insightful journey.
Capture the true essence of spectacular South America on a 25-day cultural odyssey through the region’s best of the best. This journey showcases the continent’s diversity of natural beauty, historic wonder and world-class cuisine, passing by the Andes and the Amazon, Mendoza and the majestic Machu Picchu, La Paz and Lake Titicaca, the Sacred Valley and sultry Santiago, all the way to the Argentinian powerhouse of Buenos Aires. Gain an insight into ancient Inca culture and local communities, indulge in fine food and some of the region’s best wine, and discover the raw feeling of truly understanding what a place is like – away from the tourist traps and cash grabs – with expert local knowledge at every step.
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- PSSEC
- Physical rating
- Ages
- Min 15
- Group size
- Min 1, Max 12
Why you'll love this trip
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Join a specialist historian guide on one of your included visits to an archaeological site in Cusco. Your guide will provide fascinating insights and knowledge of Peru's history and culture
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Relax into a two-night Peregrine Feature Stay at the private island of Suasi on the Lake Titicaca. Watch the sun go down at the highest point of the island while enjoying a picnic and drinks
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Experience an untouched world of the Amazon rainforest, strolling along jungle trails on the lookout for monkeys, parrots, otters and caymans, and sleep in a nature lodge lit by candles and kerosene lamps
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Marvel at ancient Inca architecture throughout the fertile Sacred Valley, before discovering the mother of all Inca cities – magical Machu Picchu – with your small group
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Explore the vibrantly colourful port town of Valparaiso, where culture spills out into the streets, and in Argentina, test your palate at a traditional lunch in the malbec-producing wine region of Mendoza
Is this trip right for you?
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Due to the high altitude of many of the places we visit some people can suffer from altitude sickness. Some people aren’t affected at all, but if you are, be sure to drink plenty of water and don’t push yourself too hard. Please see the ‘Fitness’ section of the Essential Trip Information for more important details about altitude sickness.
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The heat and humidity can be quite extreme during the summer months, particularly in the Amazon Jungle and Buenos Aires. It’s important to always bring plenty of water, wear comfortable walking shoes and ensure you use adequate sun protection. Wearing layers is a good way to tackle the heat. Make sure you also bring tropical-strength insect repellent.
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During the colder months, usually between April and October, the border crossing between Chile and Argentina may be closed due to snowfalls. In that event, your emergency funds may be needed to purchase a flight between Santiago and Mendoza. Please see the 'Money matters' section of the Essential Trip Information for more details.
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While accommodation in the Amazon is clean, comfortable and ideally located, it's pretty basic compared with other accommodation throughout the trip. Please remember that this is a very remote part of the world. As there's no electricity at night, the rooms are lit with candles and kerosene lamps.
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Visitors are not permitted to explore Machu Picchu without a Machu Picchu guide (not our trip leaders) and must follow set routes within the site. This trip includes two guided visits of Machu Picchu and each visit is approximately 1.5 - 2 hours long. Once your guided visits conclude, you will need to leave the site and personal exploration of Machu Picchu is not permitted. Your leader will provide more information to ensure you get the most out of your visits to this incredible site.
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Itinerary
Accommodation
- Hotel Antigua Miraflores or Similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Lima - Guided tour of San Francisco Monastery including The Catacombs
- Complimentary airport arrival transfer
- Lima - Downtown walking tour
- Lima - Alameda Chabuca Granda tour and tastings
Optional Activities
- Lima - Private Lima: Home Cooked Tour Urban Adventure (price from) - USD83
- Lima - Night Bites & Sights - Urban Adventures - USD68
- Lima Coast Biking Tour - Urban Adventures - USD52
Meals Included
There are no meals included on this day.Special Information
It’s very important that you attend the welcome meeting as we will be collecting insurance details and next of kin information at this time. If you are going to be late please let your travel agent or hotel reception know. Ask reception or look for a note in the lobby for more information on where the meeting will take place.The arrival transfer is only valid if arriving on Day 1 or if you have booked pre-trip accommodation through us. Please provide your flight details at the time of booking, or at a minimum 14 days prior to travel, as we may not be able to confirm a request made within 14 days of travel.
If you wish to take part in any of the optional activities mentioned below, you will need to book additional accommodation prior to the tour start date as there won't be any spare time once the tour has commenced.
Accommodation
- Nape lodge or similar (1 night)
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Special Information
Due to today’s boat transfer to the jungle lodge, the maximum weight limit for the Amazon is 12 kg.Posada Amazonas and Refugio Amazonas lodges are both owned by the indigenous Ese-Eja community of Infierno. The lodges both offer a 30-metre canopy tower that provides spectacular views of the vast expanses of forest, Tambopata River and endless opportunities to witness Amazonian wildlife. Rooms at the lodges are simple but comfortable. They are built using local materials such as bamboo, adobe mud and palm trees. Rooms don't have regular doors for the entrance and bathroom, instead traditional curtains are used. Each room opens out to the rainforest, providing a true jungle experience. Rooms are equipped with flushing toilets, showers (on occasions water may be cold due to remoteness of lodge), mosquito nets and kerosene lamps. Electricity and internet are only available in the common areas at designated times. Please note that drinks and tips are not included.
Accommodation
- Nape lodge or similar (1 night)
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Accommodation
- San Agustin Plaza Hotel or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Cusco - Orientation Walk
- Cusco - Coricancha Temple (entrance fee)
- Cusco - Cathedral tour with Specialist Historian Guide
- Cusco - Cathedral Entrance Fee
Optional Activities
- Cusco - Pre-Colombian Museum - PEN20
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- San Agustin Plaza Hotel or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Cusco - Leader-led orientation walk
Optional Activities
- Cusco - Inca Museum (entrance fee) - PEN10
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Special Information
Due to a luggage restrictions on the train to Machu Picchu you will be required to pack all necessary items for the next 2 days into a smaller bag. The remainder of your luggage will be stored securely in your Cusco hotel.Accommodation
- Hotel Tika Wasi Valley or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Cusco - Full Boleto Turistico Pass (access to 16 archaeological sites, transport & guides not included)
- Sacred Valley - Community visit & lunch
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Accommodation
- Hotel Hatun Inti or similar (1 night)
Optional Activities
- 1 Day Inca Trail - Add-on (Must pre-book) - USD380
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Special Information
The 1-day Inca Trail hike is a great option for those wanting to experience trekking in Peru, without committing to the full four days. This trek starts from the train station known as 'KM 104' and after a steep ascent it follows the last portion of the Classic Inca Trail. Trekkers enter Machu Picchu at the Sun Gate in the afternoon, where there will be some time to take a few photos before taking a short bus ride down to Aguas Calientes to spend the night and rejoin the rest of the group. This trek is subject to permit availability, must be pre-booked and will incur a surcharge. Please contact your booking agent if you would like to book this activity.Due to Peregrine's internal safety policy, our leaders are specifically prohibited from recommending or assisting with booking trips to the mountaintop ruins of Wayna Picchu.
Accommodation
- San Agustin Plaza Hotel or similar (1 night)
Optional Activities
- Machu Picchu Site Museum - PEN25
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Special Information
The first bus from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu departs at 5.30 am. The estimated arrival time is between 6–6.30 am. The sun rises at Machu Picchu at approximately 5.30 am, therefore it's not possible to be there in time for sunrise.Accommodation
- San Agustin Plaza Hotel or similar (1 night)
Optional Activities
- Cusco - Pisco Making - Urban Adventures - USD51
- Cusco - Stand Up Paddle Boarding - USD75
- Cusco - Visit a local Musician's house - USD40
- Cusco - Totem painting workshop - USD59
- Sacred Valley - Via Ferrata & Zipline - PEN265
- Sacred Valley - Mountain Biking - USD120
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Hotel Hacienda Puno or similar (1 night)
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Special Information
Today's bus journey is a direct bus service and there are no toilet stops, however there is a toilet on board. The bus company does provide you with a snack upon boarding, however we do recommend packing a few extra snacks and a drink bottle in your day pack for the ride.Accommodation
- Suasi Island Eco lodge or similar (Feature Stay) (1 night)
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Special Information
Due to a luggage restrictions on the boat you will be required to pack all necessary items for the next two days into a smaller bag. The remainder of your luggage will be stored securely in the Puno hotel.Accommodation
- Suasi Island Eco lodge or similar (Feature Stay) (1 night)
Included Activities
- Suasi Island - Sunset picnic overlooking Lake Titicaca
- Suasi Island - Cultural Museum
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Special Information
Accommodation
- Hotel Hacienda Puno or similar (1 night)
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Special Information
The lodge will provide you with a packed lunch today. It will be available from about 12 pm, you may choose to enjoy this prior to departing the island or during the boat journeyAccommodation
- Hotel Rosario or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- La Paz - Tiawanaku archaeological site and museum tour
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Rosario Hotel or similar (1 night)
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Special Information
Please be aware that the order of your tour may change slightly according to weather, however you will still visit everything mentioned in the itinerary.Accommodation
- Ismael Hotel or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Complimentary Airport Arrival Transfer
Meals Included
There are no meals included on this day.Special Information
As this is a combination trip, your group leader and the composition of your group will likely change at this location. There will be a group meeting to discuss the next stage of your itinerary. We suggest you attend, as this is also a great chance to meet your new fellow travellers. It’s important that you attend the welcome meeting as your new group leader will be collecting insurance details and next of kin information at this time. Ask reception or look for a note in the lobby for more information on where the meeting will take place.Accommodation
- Ismael Hotel or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Santiago - Half-day guided walking tour
- Santiago - Cerro San Cristobal Funicular
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Hotel Casa Galos or Similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Casablanca Valley - Winery tour and tasting
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Hotel Casa Galos or Similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Valparaiso - Guided City tour
- Valparaiso - Pisco Sour workshop & Sunset
- Valparaiso - Lukas Museum (entrance fee)
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Hotel Villagio or similar (1 night)
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Special Information
During the colder months, usually between April and October, the border crossing between Chile and Argentina may be closed due to snowfalls. In that event, your emergency funds may be needed to purchase a flight between Santiago and Mendoza. Please see the 'Money matters' section of the Essential Trip Information for more details.Accommodation
- Hotel Villagio or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Mendoza - Tour of three wineries
- Mendoza - Gourmet winery lunch
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Accommodation
- Estancia La Eloisa or similar, Feature Stay (1 night)
Included Activities
- 2-night stay at a traditional estancia
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Accommodation
- Estancia La Eloisa or similar, Feature Stay (1 night)
Included Activities
- Estancia - Polo workshop
- Estancia - Empanada Making Workshop
- Polo workshop
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Accommodation
- Tango de Mayo Hotel or Similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Buenos Aires - Leader-led orientation walk
Optional Activities
- Buenos Aires - Tango show ticket prices from - USD60
- Buenos Aires - Football game (subject to availability) ticket prices from - USD80
- Buenos Aires - Polo day - USD185
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Buenos Aires - Tigre day trip (prices from) - USD95
- Buenos Aires - Polo day - USD175
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Meals
23 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 6 dinnersTransport
Bus, Plane, Private vehicle, TrainAccommodation
Estancia Feature Stay (2 nights), Hotel (18 nights), Jungle Lodge Feature Stay (2 nights), Eco Lodge Feature Stay (2 nights)Included Activities
- Lima - Guided tour of San Francisco Monastery including The Catacombs
- Complimentary airport arrival transfer
- Lima - Downtown walking tour
- Lima - Alameda Chabuca Granda tour and tastings
- Cusco - Orientation Walk
- Cusco - Coricancha Temple (entrance fee)
- Cusco - Cathedral tour with Specialist Historian Guide
- Cusco - Cathedral Entrance Fee
- Cusco - Leader-led orientation walk
- Cusco - Full Boleto Turistico Pass (access to 16 archaeological sites, transport & guides not included)
- Sacred Valley - Community visit & lunch
- Suasi Island - Sunset picnic overlooking Lake Titicaca
- Suasi Island - Cultural Museum
- La Paz - Tiawanaku archaeological site and museum tour
- Complimentary Airport Arrival Transfer
- Santiago - Half-day guided walking tour
- Santiago - Cerro San Cristobal Funicular
- Casablanca Valley - Winery tour and tasting
- Valparaiso - Guided City tour
- Valparaiso - Pisco Sour workshop & Sunset
- Valparaiso - Lukas Museum (entrance fee)
- Mendoza - Tour of three wineries
- Mendoza - Gourmet winery lunch
- 2-night stay at a traditional estancia
- Estancia - Polo workshop
- Estancia - Empanada Making Workshop
- Polo workshop
- Buenos Aires - Leader-led orientation walk
Important notes
1. A complimentary airport arrival transfer is included; valid if you are arriving on Day 1 or if you have booked pre-tour accommodation through us. You must provide your flight details to your booking agent at least 14 days prior to travel.
2. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement excludes Days 2 and 3 (Amazon Jungle) where you will be in shared accommodation, and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
3. This trip includes domestic and international flights as indicated on the trip map. The flight between Mendoza and Buenos Aires has a luggage allowance of 15kg for check in luggage and 5kg for carry on. The other flights have a luggage allowance of 23kg for check in luggage and 7kg for carry on.
4. This trip starts at 2pm on Day 1 in Lima. This allows time after the joining meeting to explore the city with your leader.
5. Full name exactly as per passport is required at the time of booking (including any middle names listed on the passport), for activity and transport bookings. Ticketing fees may apply for amendments to details within 45 days of departure, and in some cases you will be required to cover the cost of issuing a new ticket.
6. This trip includes two visits to Machu Picchu. According to Machu Picchu visiting regulations, all visitors must follow a pre-determined route within the site. This route must be followed in one direction only, and once the guided visit commences exiting and re-entering the site is not permitted. Once the guided visit concludes, visitors must exit the site and personal exploration of Machu Picchu is not permitted. Please refer to the itinerary for details.
7. Your trip includes taking the train to Machu Picchu, however you may choose to book the 1-day Inca Trail hike on Day 7 (additional surcharge required). This optional activity is subject to permit availability. Please contact your booking agent if you would like to book this activity. Please refer to Day 7 of the itinerary for details of the hike.

Essential trip information
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