Spectacular Peru

Dine at Lima’s best restaurants, search for wildlife in the Amazon and witness the majesty of Machu Picchu

What's Included

Max 14 travellers per group
Exclusively for people in their 30s & 40s
All activities mentioned on the itinerary
8 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 4 dinners
Hand-picked 3-4 star hotels
3 domestic flights
Private minibus & Vistadome train
We offset 0.34 tCO2e (carbon) per person on this trip
Arrival airport transfer
Accommodation in twin rooms
Experienced Pack Leader with you throughout the trip

Flashpackers are required to produce proof of COVID-19 vaccination 30 days before departure OR proof of a negative test within 72 hours of their adventure starting. Flashpackers must also provide evidence that they have purchased travel insurance for the duration of their adventure. Remember, flights aren't included and prices are based on sharing a twin room. If you'd like to upgrade to a single room, you can add this during the booking process or by contacting our Customer Experience team.

About your trip

From Machu Picchu to the Sacred Valley, uncover Peru’s most iconic sights in just over a week.

Explore Peru’s magnificent jungle, highlands and capital city in this nine-day adventure that will lead you from Lima’s world famous restaurant scene to the canopies of the Amazon jungle and world-famous Machu Picchu.

Discover the country’s rich gastronomical heritage and learn to make a pisco sour the ‘proper way’. Dive deep into the jungle, catching sight of howler monkeys, sloths and caimans, and explore by foot, boat and canoe with some of the best guides in the business. Get up close to Machu Picchu’s famous ruins and board a Vistadome train to Cusco with picture windows and glass ceilings for immersive views of the epic scenery, all with a group of like-minded travellers by your side.

We’re very excited that Peru is open for adventures once more. Here are some common FAQs we’re getting from Flashpackers about travel in Peru right now. In short: our adventure is safe and Peru is ready to welcome you back with open arms.

Our Favourite Hotels

Here's a taste of the hotels we sometimes use on this adventure. The hotels you'll stay in for your departure will be shared with you one month before you go.

Posada Amazonas Lodge

Search for crocs, swing in hammocks and hike the jungle from these atmospheric huts in the heart of the Amazon.

Aranwa Sacred Valley

Beautiful spa hotel with smart, spacious rooms in a restored 17th century hacienda, nestled on the Vilcanota river.

Novotel Cusco

A 16th-century house in the centre of Cusco, the four-star Novotel is imbued with a cosy colonial feel thanks to its beautiful courtyards (perfect for relaxing in at the end of a long day) and contemporary yet classic-feeling rooms.

Important notes

Which airport do I need to fly in and out of? Plus airport code

Fly into Lima Airport (LIM) and out of Alejandro Velasco Astete Cusco International Airport (CUZ).

What time should my flight arrive (in time for the welcome meeting)?

Before 4 pm ideally. The welcome meeting and dinner will be from 5 pm onwards starting at the hotel, which is located approximately 40 minutes away from the airport.

What time should my flight depart on the last day?

There are no activities planned for the last day, so leave any time you wish. The airport is approximately 15 minutes away from your final hotel.

Are airport transfers included?

If you arrive on Day 1 of your adventure, or you book pre-tour accommodation with us, your airport arrival transfer will be included. If you book alternative pre-tour accommodation or are arriving by another mode of transport you must arrange your own arrival transfer.

Arrival transfers are private to Flash Pack and will be in groups depending on flight times. Sometimes this means waiting in the airport for a short while until other flights have arrived.

We don’t offer a departure transfer as Flashpackers leave at different times of the day and many stay for extra nights. We will offer you support with finding a local taxi, which will cost around 55 PEN/11 GBP.

Do I need a visa?

You do not need a visa if you’re visiting as a tourist from the EU, UK, USA, Australia or Canada. Please check with your local consulate/embassy if the country you are travelling from requires a visa.

We recommend that you have at least six months validity remaining on your passport and can show a return ticket.

What fitness levels do I need for this trip?

We recommend having a read-through of the itinerary above, and getting in touch if you have specific questions on fitness.

Overall, Peru is one of our more active adventures with a long hike up Machu Picchu, a full day of mountain biking, and canoeing too. So, we recommend joining us on this one if you are fit enough to hike for five+ hours, and like to challenge your fitness.

The hike to Machu Picchu Mountain is the most challenging, but the views along the way are totally worth it.

Canoeing is also a great, adventurous activity which those with a fear of water may not want to partake in.

When's the best time to go? What is the weather like?

The best time to visit Peru is during the dry season, between May and October, as the days are sunny, with bright blue skies in the Andes, and chilly nights.

It is considered the best time to go trekking, but being the peak season, early booking is crucial.

For an overview of the weather in the places you visit on our trip, please see below:

Lima: The summer is from December to March and winter from April to August. It does not rain very much as it is above sea level.

Amazon (Puerto Maldonado): It is hot and humid, but also sunny most of the time.

Highlands (Cusco): The weather is divided into the rainy season (from December to March) and the dry season (from April to August). Cusco is approximately 3,400 meters above sea level.

Will the itinerary change?

Please be aware that the itinerary, activities, and hotels are subject to change.

These changes can happen with little notice due to availability, poor weather, seasonal changes, or other circumstances beyond our control – but we’ll always do our best to ensure it has little impact on your experience. From time to time, we may also make changes to your itinerary to try out new ideas and keep things fresh and exciting.

What standard of hotels should I expect?

The hotels used for this trip are rated three to four stars. Where possible, we use centrally located accommodation that’s close to our activities. In Lima, the hotel we use is slightly more basic and less central than our other location, however it is still a good, comfortable option.

What are the Covid-19 requirements for visiting Peru?

Due to the changeable nature of Covid-19 entry requirements, we strongly advise Flashpackers to consult the travel advice issued by your local consular services well in advance of your departure date. Some countries do still require travellers to comply with pre-arrival testing and/or vaccination requirements. Links to the key consular services can be found on our Safety page.

What other vaccinations and medication will I need?

We recommend checking with your local travel clinic six to eight weeks before your trip to see if any medications or vaccinations are required.

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