20 day itinerary
Peru
Itinerary
Peru is a treasure trove of culture, history, and stunning landscapes. Here’s a fun and engaging 20-day itinerary that will take you from the bustling streets of to the breathtaking heights of and beyond. Let’s dive in!
Day 1: Arrival in
- Morning: Arrive in , the capital city. Check into your hotel and freshen up.
- Afternoon: Explore the historic center, visiting and the stunning .
- Evening: Enjoy a delicious dinner at a local restaurant. Try ceviche, a must-have Peruvian dish!
Day 2:
- Morning: Visit the to see pre-Columbian art and artifacts.
- Afternoon: Stroll through the , visiting the cliffs overlooking the Pacific Ocean.
- Evening: Enjoy a sunset at and have dinner at a seaside restaurant.
Day 3: to Paracas
- Morning: Take a bus to Paracas (about 4 hours).
- Afternoon: Check into your hotel and relax. Explore the .
- Evening: Enjoy fresh seafood at a local eatery.
Day 4:
- Morning: Take a boat tour to the to see sea lions, penguins, and stunning rock formations.
- Afternoon: Return to Paracas and visit the local museum.
- Evening: Relax at your hotel or explore the local nightlife.
Day 5: Paracas to
- Morning: Head to , an oasis surrounded by sand dunes (about 1 hour).
- Afternoon: Check into your hotel and take a dune buggy tour, followed by sandboarding.
- Evening: Enjoy a sunset over the dunes, then have dinner in the oasis.
Day 6: to Nazca
- Morning: Travel to Nazca (about 2 hours).
- Afternoon: Visit the and learn about the ancient geoglyphs.
- Evening: Optional flight over the Nazca Lines for a bird’s-eye view (book in advance).
Day 7: Nazca to
- Morning: Take a bus to (about 9 hours). Enjoy the scenic views along the way.
- Evening: Arrive in , check into your hotel, and have dinner in the historic center.
Day 8:
- Morning: Visit the , a city within a city.
- Afternoon: Explore the and the beautiful architecture of .
- Evening: Try the local dish, rocoto relleno, for dinner.
Day 9:
- Morning: Depart early for (about 3 hours).
- Afternoon: Arrive and check into your lodge. Visit the town of Chivay and relax in the hot springs.
- Evening: Enjoy a traditional Andean dinner.
Day 10:
- Early Morning: Head to the to see the majestic Andean condors.
- Afternoon: Hike along the canyon trails and enjoy the stunning views.
- Evening: Return to your lodge for dinner and rest.
Day 11: to
- Morning: Travel to (about 6 hours).
- Afternoon: Check into your hotel and relax.
- Evening: Stroll along ’s shores and enjoy dinner with a view.
Day 12:
- Morning: Take a boat tour to the and learn about the local culture.
- Afternoon: Visit and enjoy a traditional lunch with locals.
- Evening: Return to and relax.
Day 13: to
- Morning: Take a bus to (about 7 hours), stopping at interesting sites along the way.
- Evening: Arrive in , check into your hotel, and enjoy dinner in the historic center.
Day 14:
- Morning: Explore the , visiting and .
- Afternoon: Continue exploring the valley and enjoy the stunning landscapes.
- Evening: Return to for dinner.
Day 15:
- Morning: Visit , a UNESCO World Heritage site.
- Afternoon: Explore the for local crafts and snacks.
- Evening: Enjoy a traditional Peruvian dinner and perhaps a folk dance show.
Day 16: Inca Trail or Train to
- Option 1: Start the Inca Trail trek (4 days).
- Option 2: Take the train to (about 3.5 hours) and check into your hotel.
Day 17:
- Morning: If you’re on the Inca Trail, reach early. If you took the train, take the bus up to .
- Afternoon: Explore the ruins and take in the breathtaking views.
- Evening: Return to for dinner and rest.
Day 18: to
- Morning: Optional second visit to or explore .
- Afternoon: Take the train back to .
- Evening: Enjoy a farewell dinner in .
Day 19: to
- Morning: Fly back to .
- Afternoon: Last-minute shopping or visit any sites you missed.
- Evening: Enjoy a final dinner in , perhaps at a top-rated restaurant.
Day 20: Departure
- Morning: Depending on your flight time, enjoy a leisurely breakfast and some last-minute sightseeing.
- Afternoon: Head to the airport for your departure.
And there you have it! A fabulous 20-day adventure through Peru, filled with culture, history, and stunning landscapes. Make sure to pack your camera, as you’ll want to capture every moment! Safe travels! 🌎✈️