Family-Friendly Peru Adventure: Lima, Sacred Valley & Cusco – 10 Days

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Embark on an active adventure in Peru without sacrificing comfort on this 10-day, family-themed tour. Start from Lima to explore the coastal city’s kid-friendly parks and squares, then set off by boat to swim with sea lions. It’s off to the Andes next to tour the most impressive sites around Cusco and the Sacred Valley with modified activities that are perfect for kids. Meet friendly llamas, hike a portion of the Inca Trail, take a private tour of Machu Picchu, and scale the colorful slopes of “Rainbow Mountain.”

Highlights

  • Swim with friendly sea lions on a group of islands in the Pacific Ocean
  • Hike an easier, one-day alternative to the Inca Trail via Wiñaywayna
  • Take a private morning tour of Machu Picchu with a local guide
  • Explore the lesser-known “Rainbow Mountain” of Palcoyo for stunning views

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Day 1: Arrive in Lima, Explore

Welcome to Lima, Peru’s capital and largest city! Upon arrival at the airport, a private driver will meet you and your family and take you to your hotel. Let your kids take the window seats so they can take in the sights and sounds of one of South America’s most vibrant and bustling cities. Your driver will provide you with an introduction to Lima’s rich history and culture, pointing out landmarks that you pass.

Take some time to rest and get settled at your hotel. Depending on the hour and how much energy your family has after the journey, you can head out into the city to explore at your own pace. A good place to start is the main square in Lima, called the Plaza Mayor de Lima, with its grand architecture and open spaces. If you’re in the central city after dark, check out the Circuito Mágico del Agua (Magic Water Circuit), with choreographed sound and light shows that your kids will love.

After a good night’s rest, you and the family should be ready to see more of Lima. The day is free to spend as you like, according to your family’s ages and interests. In terms of weather, you’re in luck, as Lima’s breezy location on the Pacific Ocean and mild desert climate make it ideal for exploring on foot.

Families interested in history and culture might want to check out the Casa Aliaga, a colonial mansion granted by chief conquistador Francisco Pizarro to Jerónimo de Aliaga, one of his captains, in 1535. This is the only house from that era that still belongs to the same family. Then stroll around the Pueblo Libre district to get to the Larco Museum with pre-Columbian art and gold and silver artifacts that are housed in a beautifully restored mansion.

Next, walk through the Bohemian district of Barranco, which is known for its bright and colorful street art. Continue to the upscale coastal district of Miraflores and the eclectic Parque del Amor (Love Park), where you can admire a huge kissing statue and mosaic walls. The park is built on the cliffs of Chorrillos and is a perfect place to enjoy a spectacular sunset over the Pacific—ideally with a predinner drink or ice cream from an open-air café.

Get out of the city today for a tour of the Palomino Islands, a small archipelago near Lima in the Pacific Ocean. To get there, you’ll take a boat from the port of Callao, a journey of about 90 minutes. Keep your eyes peeled on the journey as you’ll pass several other islands like San Lorenzo, El Fronton, and Cavinzas, which are usually covered with seabirds.

When you reach Palomino, however, you’ll immediately notice that it’s covered with sea lions, which hang out on the rocks and in the water. If you and your kids are competent swimmers, feel free to jump in the ocean and hang out with the jolly creatures. Around 8,000 sea lions live here, and they are very friendly. Of course, you can always enjoy watching their antics from the boat if you’d prefer that instead. After returning to Lima, you and the family will have the rest of the day to explore on your own.

It’s time to head to the Andes today! At the appointed time, you’ll be picked up from your hotel in Lima and transferred to the airport for your flight to Cusco. This ancient city, the gateway to the Sacred Valley, was once the capital of the Inca and is now layered with Spanish colonial history, too.

After checking into your hotel in Cusco, your guide will pick you up to explore the nearby town of Pisac, about an hour’s drive away. There you’ll find the Awanacancha, a hillside farm, where you can meet the resident camelids: alpacas, llamas, and the lesser-known vicuñas and guanacos. You and the kids can learn all about these cute creatures, their significance to the local culture and economy, and what can be done with their wool. You’ll also get the chance to peruse Pisac’s famous market, where a huge range of local handicrafts are displayed and sold, from textiles and rugs to jewelry and ceramics.

Learn more about Inca civilization today on a guided tour of the Sacred Valley’s historical, cultural, and archaeological sites. The first stop is Moray, an unusual Inca site that consists of circular terraces built into a natural depression. It seems to have been an experimental agricultural station used to help adapt crops to different temperatures. Whatever it was used for, it’s an incredible sight that will impress kids as well as adults.

Next, visit the fascinating salt mines in Maras, an impressive complex consisting of thousands of small terraces. The locals have been collecting and selling salt at the markets of the region since before the Inca times, making it an important economic activity in the area. You and your kids can walk among the intricate terraces and witness the salt extraction process. You’ll also learn about the history and importance of salt production in Andean culture and how it has been passed down through generations.

Later on, refill empty bellies with a traditional culinary experience called pachamanca, which means “earth pot.” In this ancient cooking technique, the food is prepared underground using preheated stones and leaves to separate ingredients from the soil. The main elements are Andean ingredients like potatoes, sweet potatoes, beans, and plantains, as well as beef or lamb and aromatic herbs. It’s a filling meal and provides just the right amount of comfort, especially when the weather is cool.

From here, continue to the captivating village of Ollantaytambo and its remarkable Inca site circa the 15th century. Ollantaytambo is one of the most important towns in the Sacred Valley because it has been continuously inhabited since the Inca days, making it a living heritage city. After checking out the ruins, stroll through the village’s cobblestone streets, perhaps shopping for some local souvenirs. Return to your hotel in Cusco after the adventure.

This morning, your family has an exciting day ahead in which everyone will be challenged and delighted. First, head to the train station in Ollantaytambo to board a train that will take you to the place where you’ll start the day’s hike. While the full Inca Trail takes around four days to complete, you’ll embark on a shorter, more family-friendly version that includes some of the highlights without the multi-day challenge. Start by walking toward the Chachabamba archaeological site, which is located at 7,381 feet (2,250 m). Take your time and stop when little legs need to rest.

After about 3.5 hours of walking, you’ll reach Wiñaywayna, a steep, terraced Inca site at 8,858 feet (2,700 m) and one of the most beautiful spots on the hiking route. From here, you’ll be treated to some of the best views of the Río Urubamba to see some colorful varieties of orchids. There will be time to visit the Wiñaywayna archaeological site before refueling with a packed lunch here.

Continue after lunch to Machu Picchu, the famous 15th-century Inca citadel. You can enjoy the fantastic views of the citadel from the Inti Punku (Sun’s Gate) before taking the bus down the mountain to Aguas Calientes. Don’t worry, as you’ll be returning to Machu Picchu for a more in-depth visit tomorrow after your family has taken a well-deserved rest.

Return to Machu Picchu today, starting with a 25-minute bus ride up the steep, zig-zagging mountain road from Aguas Calientes. Enjoy a three-hour guided tour tailored to your family, so you can all gain a better understanding of this incredible city and its Inca culture. Don’t forget to take plenty of family photos with the citadel as the backdrop. Older kids will love learning about the Inca civilization, while younger ages will still be impressed by the dramatic scenery and the sight of furry llamas.

At the end of the tour, you’ll return to Aguas Calientes for lunch and then take the train back to Ollantaytambo. From here, take a private transfer back to Cusco.

Strap on all of your walking shoes again this morning as you take a leisurely hike around Cusco and the surrounding countryside. Begin on the outskirts of Cusco with a visit to Sacsayhuaman, a massive Inca fortress overlooking the city. Areas of the fortress were built with individual stone boulders that are much taller than a full-grown person; kids will enjoy lining up for photos beside the rocks. Descend for about an hour on an easy route that follows part of an old Inca road, one of the best-preserved in the area, until you arrive at the bohemian neighborhood of San Blas.

After your hike, you’ll embark on a historic walking tour of Cusco’s historic center, which covers the Main Square, Qoricancha (Temple of the Sun), local markets, and old neighborhoods. This guided walk can be tailored to meet your needs and is the perfect way to get an authentic feel for this unique city and its people.

It’s not time to put away those walking shoes just yet. Today you’ll embark on another amazing hiking tour to the “Rainbow Mountain” of Palcoyo, a more peaceful alternative to the extremely popular Vinicunca. Palcoyo is also at a lower altitude and doesn’t require as long of a walk as its more popular counterpart, so it is an ideal option for families. First, you’ll drive for about three hours before you reach the starting point of your hike, and then walk for about an hour to reach Palcoyo.

Even hard-to-impress kids will be amazed by the stripes of color in the spectacular striated mountains, set against the snow-capped peaks of Ausangate and Mariposa, which you can see on clear days. If you and the youngsters are up for a slightly longer walk, you can ascend to a small stone “forest” on a 30-minute trail that’s quite demanding. Return to Cusco in the afternoon and head to the airport for an onward flight to Lima in the evening. Tonight you’ll be staying in an airport hotel so you don’t have to go far tomorrow.

It’s time to say goodbye to Peru, a country in which you and your kids are sure to have had a great time exploring. Relax at your airport hotel until it’s time to head to the airport for your flight home. Safe travels!

Included meals: B=breakfast; L=lunch; D=dinner

What's Included

Included

  • English- and Spanish-speaking guide
  • Entrance tickets as per itinerary
  • Accommodation
  • Trekking staff (if applicable)
  • Camping equipment (if applicable)
  • Meals as specified in the itinerary
  • Transportation as per itinerary
  • Airport transfers (if specified)

Not included

  • International or domestic flights
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips
  • Personal expenses
  • Optional tours or additional entrance tickets
  • Personal equipment

What to Bring

What to Bring or take fo Day Hiking and Technical Equipment for Climbing Expedition

This equipment list is compiled to provide you with adequate help when choosing your equipment for a climb. Most items are required. Please consider each of them and make sure you understand the function and exclusive use for mountaineering, before substituting or removing items from this list. Please note that this list has been carefully annotated by the organizer. Remember that mountaineering, climbing or mountain expeditions tours is an extreme, risky sport, therefore everything related to it is of great attention.

Hiking backpack for hiking 50 to 60 liters

Light gloves for hiking or (Optional Mittens waterproof)

Medium weight socks

Sleeping bag (-15º to 20ºC)

Small daypack for one day hiking 30 liters

Weather-appropriate clothing (think moisture-wicking and layers)

Hiking boots or shoes

Medium weight parka with fibber fill or down

Rain poncho (or rain gear)

Long-sleeved shirts

Fleece or Wool sweater and/or trousers

Lightweight pants

Cotton short-sleeved shirts or t-shirts

Water bottle for hiking or trekking

Strong waterproof duffel bag

Flashlight with spare batteries and bulb

Towel for personal hygiene each participantFirst-aid kit

Regular and long underwear

Knife or multi-tool

Light cap and wool hat

Sunglasses with UV certification, Sun block, lips

The rest of the list Essentials as appropriate for your hike

Grooming and personal hygiene kit

One Hiking Buff per person

3 Locking carabiners, we recommended per person

We recommend 2 ice screws for each client

1 Daisy Chain (Life Line) per each person

2 Ice axes (per person) technical, we recommended GRIVEL company

1 ATC descender (Rappel), this is very necessary for technical mountains

2 Cords for prusik, very important (Size Cord 6 mm x 10 m. long)

Gloves(Good gloves) for expeditions over 6000meters

Harness for climbing

Sleeping pad / Mattress, we recommend with air or inflatable mattress

Crampons, we recommended GRIVEL company

Walking sticks – Trekking Poles (optional), a pair per person, we recommended GRIVEL company

Down Jacket for expedition

Very important to have personal clothing such as pants and jacket with GOROTEX certification

First aid kit, for high mountains, because we as guides cannot medicate clients

Backpack Capacity 60 liters, it is better to have a bigger backpack to go comfortably to the high camps, because here you have to carry all your personal things

Gaiters or Leggings, now modern boots already have built-in (Incorporated), but better to have an extra pair

Dressing appropriately for the mountains can make the difference between a pleasant trip and a really uncomfortable one. Clothing must provide the right degree of temperature, perspiration and be well ventilated. Preferably cotton clothing should be avoided, as in humid conditions they absorb body heat.

In general, the weather conditions in in the Andes of South America can vary from day to day and even throughout the day. Therefore, clothing must be versatile.

Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions you may have regarding the necessary equipment.

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Trip-code: Number ►BOL-000
Duration: 1 day
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Country / Location: Bolivia
Mountain Guide: Eric Raul Albino Lliuya
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Accommodations

Scroll through our exclusive accommodations for this trip below. Although very unlikely, we will be able to make substitutions when necessary. The comfortable accommodations that guests stay in every night offer comfort, the level that these options are are 3 stars and some hostels in some towns of first class quality to make your stay very pleasant.

*These exact accommodations are not guaranteed. In some cases, alternative accommodation of similar quality and location can be used.

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What our travelers or clients always ask questions before joining our trips, tours & expeditions, read all the information provided here.

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For our mountain climbing trips: If they are easily accessible mountains: For easy-climb mountains, well, you don’t need much experience, but if you already want to climb mountains above 6,000 meters and the conditions become more difficult, we recommend if you already want to go through mountains above 6,000 meters, have a basic or intermediate course for a good preparation. It is very important to be physically, technically and psychologically prepared.

Regarding the preparation of children: Everything will depend on which mountain you want to climb with your children, once you are clear on which of our tours or mountains you want to go with your children, we can give you some advice or see how to prepare them before going with they.

Regarding older people: It all depends on the condition of experience and how well the person is in health, on many occasions older people are the best to walk in the mountains because they have more experience, so it is always good to ask and find out about their experience of older participant. If you have any other questions, please contact us. For calls or inquiries to this number: +51 943 081 066

In all our trekking or mountaineering trips we do not include personal equipment in our prices, so you have to have your own equipment: Personal equipment (such as boots, ice ax, crampons, harness, sleeping bag, mat, Goretex, etc. ) and also within each page of the trips that we sell is a small list so you can see it on our website.

Our company can also rent the materials that you would need for your trip, see the list here on our website: https://peru-expeditions.org/equipment-rental/ . For calls or inquiries to this number: +51 943 081 066

Safe and effective vaccines are available that provide strong protection against serious illness, hospitalization and death from COVID-19. Billions of people have been vaccinated against COVID-19. Getting vaccinated is one of the most important things you can do to protect yourself against COVID-19, help end the pandemic and stop new variants emerging.

We also recommend having accident insurance, we always recommend. We are Partners –Global Rescue. If you have any other questions about the trip we can schedule a date for a calling via WhatsApp. For calls or inquiries to this number: +51 943 081 066

To do long-distance hiking you need to at least train or do some tours such as visiting lagoons to get the experience and feel comfortable with what you do, it is always good before doing a long-distance hiking tour to test yourself so as not to be with the problems of altitude sickness during the trekking, and if you travel with children it is good to first train them before taking them, if they are accompanied by an adult of legal age, they must do a good acclimatization before going on the long-distance tour or with high altitude camps If you want to know or learn more advice, we can schedule a call via WhatsApp to clarify your doubts. For calls or inquiries to this number: +51 943 081 066

The preparation is according to what type and what technical level you want to go and climb a trek or mountain, the preparation will always gain experience little by little.

For this type of demanding or technical climbing sports, it is recommended to do some summits above 5 thousand meters beforehand and have good knowledge of high mountain technical equipment such as the use of technical ice axes, ice screws, correct use of crampons, and of course all the technical material. For more information, we can schedule an appointment to be able to explain in more detail everything about the mountain equipment and the preparations prior to joining our outings. For calls or inquiries to this number: +51 943 081 066

Every day we have active walks around approximately 4, to 5 sometimes 6 hours of walking, everything is according to your pace and physical condition of each person, in each of our travel programs you will find more detailed information, and if If you need more information about each day of the travel program, we can schedule a call via WhatsApp to clarify your doubts or questions, for this please contact us. For calls or inquiries to this number: +51 943 081 066

In our trips, either hiking or mountaineering: Depending on the type or destination of the trip that you are going to book, in some parts of the treks you go with mules or donkeys or sometimes with horses, and within the mountain trips, the approach camps are also They go with mules or donkeys, but there are some stretches where pack animals can no longer reach. In this part, our logistics is fully supported by the porters.

Who are the porters? They are people from the area who were born and live in the heights of the towns, they are very strong and are very acclimatized, the reason is that after the tourist season ends they dedicate themselves to agriculture and livestock for that reason they are people They are used to the altitude and have lived in nature all their lives and they are happy to be in the mountains together with our expeditions. For calls or inquiries to this number: +51 943 081 066

About accommodation or meals during the tour: Well, depending on the type of tour, when the tour is a classic cultural tour or a city tour, we eat during the route in tourist restaurants and sleep in category hotels that the client has requested.

If the tour is with camps and trekking: During the activity, logistics we include the service of Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner with traditional and typical meals of the region where you are going to travel with us, during the night we stay in tents, and we have a special tent for the kitchen and another for the dining room.

If the trip is at altitude or in the mountains: We bring special high mountain food, It are quicker meals to cook and we provide complete logistics such as Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner, and we sleep in special 4-season high mountain tents, with the best tents. If you have any questions or concerns, we can schedule an appointment via Whatsapp to clarify all your doubts and give you better information so that your trip is an unforgettable tour.

In mountains above 5000 meters: A local guide takes a maximum of 3 clients = Ratio 3pax = 1 local guide

In technical mountains: In large-big mountains we manage the travel policy, a guide and a maximum of 2 clients = Ratio 3pax = 1 local guide. For calls or inquiries to this number: +51 943 081 066

For all the trips that we offer within our main tourist destinations such as South America and Central America, also including the ascent of the 7 continents and the 7 highest peaks of each continent, on each page of our website for each trip we indicate that month or what season to travel, then please read the information you find in our travel offers for each tour. If you have any other questions you can contact us by WhatsApp with one of our travel experts. Thank you so much. For calls or inquiries to this number: +51 943 081 066

In the interest of the team’s enjoyment and success, we work with every single guest to ensure they are properly prepared and ready for this expedition. We pride ourselves on vetting every member to make sure that the team can bond and succeed together. It really sucks to be grouped with members that are much faster, or much slower, than you are. No one wants to the weakest link on a trip like this. By setting expectations and a solid training plan, we work to insure maximum cohesive success. Use this trip as an exercise motivator, and we will succeed together with style.

For the pick-ups of each trip, depending on the place or the trip that you are going to make with us, the meeting point is always at our office, in one of our trips we pick you up where you are staying or staying, or in some cases a A representative of our company will pick you up and then ship you to your transport to continue with your destination of the tour or trip you have booked with us. If you wish to request more information, do not hesitate to contact us. For calls or inquiries to this number: +51 943 081 066

For all the trips that we offer within our main tourist destinations such as South America and Central America, also including the ascent of the 7 continents and the 7 highest peaks of each continent, on each page of our website for each trip we indicate that month or what season to travel, then please read the information you find in our travel offers for each tour. If you have any other questions you can contact us by WhatsApp with one of our travel experts. Thank you so much. For calls or inquiries to this number: +51 943 081 066

About the meteorological conditions of the climate, we try to organize the trips of each tour in the best season to have the best views and enjoy the selected trip but sometimes even is good season we can have bad weather, in this case on hiking or treks trips The complications are minimal, but when this happens during high-altitude climbing expeditions, the complications can become very difficult, that is why the bosses or leaders of the local guides must always make the most correct decision for the safety of our passengers, so we always recommend listening to the best advice from the local guide assigned for each tour. If you have any other questions please contact us. For calls or inquiries to this number: +51 943 081 066

We as a local company and connoisseurs of tours have departures on different dates. The best thing to do is to join a travel group to take care of your budget, and of course you can join our groups, but on trips like mountaineering we recommend going in small groups. To join a group, ask us for the dates and we will send you the necessary information to be able to join any of our trips.

Why go in a private trip: For trips whether trekking or high mountains, going privately is the most recommended option, but the costs are more expensive. So, if one joins a group, the prices will be more reasonable. In the mountains, the only disadvantage is if you are in a wall with another partner and if one of the participants gets tired or gets sick. In this case, you have to abort or cancel the summit and return together. For more information, contact us. We can schedule a call via WhatsApp to clarify all your questions.

In a mountain, for example, if 3 people go and one of the participants falls ill on the route, for security reasons they have to cancel or abort the summit or return all together. The same in a technical mountain if the climbing partner gets sick they all have to return, for these reasons sometimes it is better to go private only because for a single person the costs are more expensive for the same reason that the trip would already be private .

For more information please contact us. For calls or inquiries to this number: +51 943 081 066

Additional information

We help in the purchase of air tickets: we set up convenient flight options with each participant of the trip and book tickets such as international flights and domestic flights in each destination city of the countries that we offer our trips. We recommend you booking international flights tickets well in advance so we can find current flights offer prices from the airlines. In order for us to search for and book your flight, please contact us and we will be happy to help you!. → More information click here
About a Satellite Phone or inReach® Messenger - GARMIN: On each trip we recommend having a satellite phone at your disposal. The possibility of quick contact from anywhere on the mountain will guarantee your safety on the road. In case of need (for example, contact with the family or the travel company), for this service the participants have to request to rent a satellite phone, of course this service has an additional cost, contact us or ask our office for more information. A practical device is to have an inReach® Messenger - GARMIN also helps for any emergency. → More information click here
Many of the participants or clients of our adventures, hikes and expeditions in the mountains are people who sign up alone, but in some of our trips you will be able to find a travel partner companion to join a group. We have many options for you from day tours, short treks, long duration tours, and even the most extreme climbing high mountains on each country or South American continent and other destinations, as like the destinations you can see on our website. The mountains are a great place for rapid integration and a very healthy sport. → More information click here
Our mountain guides or tour leaders: All of our Tour Leaders are multiple conquerors of the peaks they lead the expeditions to. Each of our cultural guides, high mountain guides, mountainbike guides, among others are internationally recognized and certified guides, such as the certifications of (UIMLA) Union of International Mountain Leader Associations & (IFMGA) International Federation of Mountain Guides Associations. The mountaineering experience, skills and knowledge of your guides are a priority for us. → More information click here

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