This 13-day family adventure includes all the top, must-see highlights of Peru. From the Andes to the Amazon, the itinerary is specifically designed to satisfy and accommodate both children and adults.
Highlights
- Explore the Inca fortress and colorful local market of Pisac
- Get a glimpse into the farming and weaving lifestyle of Andean villages
- Explore the Sacred Valley, including Machu Picchu, on foot, bike, and train
- Learn about ancient agricultural practices at the crop circles of Moray
- Descend into the canyon of the salt mines of Salineras
- Paddleboard on Lake Piuray and kayak down the Tambopata River
- Venture into the Amazon, view flocks of colorful parrots, and fish for piranha
- Stroll the charming streets of Cusco, the regional and cultural capital of Southern Peru
Overview
Traveling is a great way to spend time with the family, and Peru offers a variety of great experiences that you won’t find in more conventional ‘family’ destinations. Convenient transportation on both land and water also ensures that the trip will remain relaxing for the whole family, unlike other more rugged treks such as the Inca Trail.
You will stay in comfortable lodging each night, whether it be a jungle bungalow or a hotel in the city. English-speaking guides will assist you in your tour and share stories that contain local insights.
- 13 Days/ 12 Nights
- January to December
- Moderate
Difficulty
Condition
Travel Program
Day 1: Arrival in Lima
Welcome to Lima, Peru’s largest city and central metropolitan hub, and home to one-third of the country’s population. Located at the site of a pre-Columbian indigenous Ychsma settlement, which was conquered by the Inca empire in the 15th century and later by the Spanish conquistadores, Lima has a fascinating history and a diverse mix of cultures. Amerindian, European, Afro-Peruvian, and Asian—especially Chinese and Japanese—influences make Lima a dynamic and exciting city to explore.
Lima’s breezy location on the Pacific Ocean and mild desert climate make it the perfect city for exploring on foot. Head downtown to mingle with locals, stretch your legs, and grab a bite to eat in one of the many award-winning restaurants.
Suggested activities include:
- Explore the historic center of Lima, a UNESCO World Heritage Site packed with fascinating Spanish architecture. Start with a scenic tour of the colonial downtown, which emanates from the main square. Stroll over to the 16th-century Cathedral, which took 80 years to construct and was built in the grandiose style of the Spanish Empire.
- Visit 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.
- Stroll around the Pueblo Libre district to the privately owned Larco Museum of pre-Columbian art, housed in a beautifully restored viceregal mansion built over a 7th-century pre-Columbian pyramid. The museum boasts a vast pre-Colonial collection of gold and silver artifacts, as well as pieces of erotic art.
- In the evening, head to the eclectic “Love Park” in the upscale coastal district of Miraflores, where you can admire a huge kissing statue and beautiful mosaic walls. The park is built on the cliffs of Chorrillos and is a perfect place to enjoy a spectacular sunset over the Pacific.
- Enjoy a nightcap at an open-air cafe or restaurant in the diverse Miraflores neighborhood.
Day 2: Arrival in Cusco
Arrive in Cusco, where your tour officially starts with lunch at a popular local family restaurant. First, you’ll make a stop at Cochahuasi, an animal sanctuary conveniently located en route to Pisac. Get up close and watch rescued flamingoes, lynxes, tapirs, pumas, and condors, all which will be sure to delight the kids. Then, you’ll head to Pisac, a quaint Peruvian town with centuries of history. Walk the cobbled streets and see the main square before dinner, or just to kick back and relax.
With high altitudes of 2,900 m. (9,500 ft.) in Pisac and 3,300 m. (10,800 ft.) in Cusco, you’ll want to take it easy acclimatizing to the conditions of the Andes. Retreat to your nearby hotel whenever you want to call it a night.
Day 3: A Day in Pisac
Today, you’ll get the chance to see two of Pisac’s most popular attractions. In the morning, we’ll climb up to the Inca mountain fortress at the edge of town. The ancient ruins are a great example of traditional architecture and offer a splendid view of the surrounding Sacred Valley.
After lunch, it’s time to check out the region’s most renowned market where you can buy locally-made handicrafts, jewelry, alpaca products, and more. Sundays are especially busy, as entire indigenous communities in the surrounding highlands gather to shop for weekly goods. The market is, however, a popular tourist site, so if you want the best deals, try your hand at bargaining!
Later in the day, you can take some more time to explore Pisac or enjoy some family fun at the local country club, where you can take a dip in the pool (there’s a kiddy pool as well as an adult one), go fishing, or get active on the playground.
Day 4: Life in the Countryside
Wake up early for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience a unique way of life. In the village of Amaru, people make a living through traditional subsistence farming. As villagers start their day, join them as they go about their daily tasks — harvesting, plowing fields, or herding their livestock.
Then, immerse yourself in the process of Andean textile weaving accompanied by experienced local women. Pick cotton, make dyes, and try your hand at the weaving loom. After a day of hard work, spend the night at a community guesthouse.
Day 5: See the Sacred Valley
After bidding farewell to the people of Amaru, descend into the Sacred Valley after a hearty breakfast. Following a winding, unpaved trail, we’ll pass through stunning scenery and head back towards Pisac. If you’re feeling extra adventurous, you can rent a bike for this rough, downhill journey.
Then, get ready for a drive deep into the valley, with plenty of photo opportunities. Pass by Ollantaytambo, a historic town hosting the ruins of an ancient Inca estate. Finally, board a train to the base of Machu Picchu. Look out the window for amazing mountain views until you get to the town of Aguas Calientes, where a comfortable hotel awaits you.
Day 6: Machu Picchu!
Today, you’ll see Peru’s — and one of the world’s — most famous attraction. Rise early to visit the ruins before the crowds arrive and to catch some of the soft morning light. Your guide will be waiting for you to take you on a tour of the ruins.
Marvel at the stone temples, the geometry of the ruins, and the picturesque natural surroundings of the Urubamba Valley. One of the New Seven Wonders of the World and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Machu Picchu is full of beautiful vantage points from where to look out over the ruins. Once you’re finished exploring the ruins, a train will take you back to Ollantaytambo, where you’ll stay at a family-run hotel.
Day 7: Moray and Salineras
Smaller, but just as beautiful, Inca ruins are still waiting to be discovered, and the first one of the day is Moray. The fascinating site contains a series of odd circular terraces, where some believe the Inca experimented with agricultural techniques.
When it’s time to move on, you can ride ATVs (four-wheeled motorbikes) through the valley. Kids can ride with the adults or ride their own if they’re feeling daring. Eventually, we reach Salineras, a salt mine dating back to Inca times. You’ll be greeted with a field of shining white terraces, where pools of salt sit between narrow grid paths. Tonight, you’ll once again stay at Ollantaytambo.
Day 8: Lake Piuray and Chinchero
Get ready for another day of fun for kids and adults alike. Once you learn the essentials and warm up, you’ll spend the rest of the morning paddle boarding on the calm waters of Lake Piuray. Paddle boards are easy to stand and balance on, so children of all ages can participate without risk. Together, the family can relax and appreciate the surrounding mountain scenery.
Afterward, head into Chinchero to see the beautiful local church and nearby slope terraces. This is a great place to visit at dusk, as sunset illuminates the ancient church, stone walls, and mountains of the Sacred Valley. Once the afternoon has passed, return to Cusco as night falls.
Day 9: The Streets of Cusco
Cusco, the region’s capital and largest city, is filled with historic and interesting sights to see. By now, your guide will be familiar with your preferences and will plan an entire day that makes the best out of your time in Cusco. The best museums, churches, temples, and markets are all right within your reach. Perhaps you’ll get to visit mystical spell-casters’ shops, the main square of Plaza de Armas, or taste the city’s best foods and drinks at hidden hole-in-the-wall eateries.
Look around at the beautiful architecture, reflecting centuries of both colonial and indigenous influences. If you want to escape the bustle, go for a hike in the surrounding highlands. This is a day where you get to see whatever you want and truly experience the colorful and eclectic city of Cusco for yourself and your family. Optional ceramics or chocolate-making sessions are included in the tour today – these are great, family-oriented activities that our guests love!
Day 10: Venture into the Amazon
It’s time to depart the Andes for the jungle wilderness for the next stage in your adventure. Travel to the edge of the world’s most biodiverse region by car, plane, and canoe, and take your first steps into the Amazon along a 1.2 km. (3/4 m.) trail at the outskirts of Puerto Maldonado.
You’re sure to encounter a wide variety of flora and fauna, from birds to monkeys, insects to flowers. At night, you’ll embark onto a catamaran and go spotting for caimans (small, freshwater crocodiles), whose eyes glow in the dark above the surface of the Tres Chimbadas Lake. End your day at a nearby jungle lodge.
Day 11: Down the Tambopata River
If you can wake up early enough, today is the best day to uncover the natural beauty of the Amazon. At sunrise, go out to watch for monkeys, birds, and river otters. Then, hop into kayaks and explore the Tambopata downstream. Kapok and Brazil Nut trees tower above you, creating a canopy that provides much-needed shade. The gentle currents allow for a smooth trip, letting you get some stable exercise and time to observe life teeming at the riverbanks.
Day 12: Life in the Amazon
Start your day by visiting a nearby clay lick, a favorite spot for flocks of brightly-colored parrots to gather. Afterward, meet local farmer families who will show you their way of life enduring the unique conditions of the Amazon. Go fishing for piranha, which make a surprisingly delicious dinner when pan-fried. After a memorable meal, rest and reflect on your amazing adventure, or go on one last trek to look for tapirs, caimans, and even tarantulas in the dark.
Day 13: Departure
Our tour has come to an end, and we’ll head into Puerto Maldonado where you can catch your onward flight after breakfast. Any help you need with flights or arrangements will be available before the guides see you out.
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.
Equipment Trekking
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
Equipment Mountain
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.
Prices & Dates
FROM/TO
PRICE (USD)
TRAVEL STATUS
- Single Supplement (I want my own room and tent) – $000 on request.
Please note: Insurance for emergency evacuation is required for this trip. Call for more details.
» Additional dates available upon request
» Rates may vary from July 26th to 31th for the national holidays
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Deposit for reservations
— USD (– EUR) ✓ Full payment 40 days before. No refund if you cancel less than 30 days!
Places: 
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Trip-code: Number ►BOL-000
Duration: 1 day
Participants: Minimal: 2 Maximal: 15
Members: We don’t have an open group to join – We can open a new group – Contact us!
Country / Location: Bolivia
Mountain Guide: Eric Raul Albino Lliuya
Other dates / additional info: Contact us!
3% early bird discount when booking 6 months prior to departure 2024
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Hans Honold | Certified Mountain and Ski Guide
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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.
Albergue Ecológico Tomarapi
Hoteles Taykas
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Frequently Asked Questions
What our travelers or clients always ask questions before joining our trips, tours & expeditions, read all the information provided here.
Suggested FAQs
What experience and how fit do I need to be to climb this mountain? Is this program suitable for children or older people?
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
Will I need to bring any technical equipment of my own? Is it possible to rent equipment, and if so, what would be the approximate cost of that?
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
Are there any other special requirements such as permits/insurance/vaccines that I need to consider before the tour?
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
What experience do I need to have? How fit do I need to be? Is this program suitable for children or older people?
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
How far in advance should I start training and what kind of training do you suggest?
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
What is the average distance and altitude gain that we will hike each day?
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
Will there be porters to help to carry group and personal equipment?
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
How will accommodation and meals be handled during the trek?
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.
What is the guide-to-client ratio to climb this mountain?
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
What is the best time of the year to climb this mountain?
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
Do I have what it takes to succeed on this expedition?
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.
How can I get to the trailhead/meeting point?
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
What is the best time of the year for this hike?
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
What happens in the event of bad weather?
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
Can I join a group?
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
The company Peru Expeditions Tours has the most experience in organizing commercial ascents and complex high-altitude expeditions. 
We have the most experienced and qualified guides for cultural trip, climbing tours, MTB tours, Ski tours, including famous climbers.
We always give away team jerseys-T-shits, buffs, or a cap as a gift
Good own personal tents to live in height and special big tents to dine inside the trekking or mountain.
The highest percentage of successful ascents.
We provide the best living and eating conditions. We take into account the peculiarities of nutrition (you can order a vegetarian menu).
Free conferences in the office with own videos material and photographs
