Peru in 10 Days: The perfect itinerary for your first visit

Planning your first trip to Peru? Peru has it all: coast, Andes, and Amazon rainforest, ancient history, unique landscapes, and one of the best cuisines in the world. If you only have 10 days, this itinerary is perfect to discover the best of the country in a single journey, visiting Lima, Nazca, Arequipa, the Colca Canyon, Lake Titicaca, Cusco, and the iconic Machu Picchu.

• Day 1 - Arrival in Lima: Begin your adventure in Peru’s capital. Upon arrival, you’ll be transferred to your hotel and have the afternoon free to explore Miraflores, enjoy local cuisine, or visit the bohemian district of Barranco.

• Day 2 - Flight over the Nazca Lines: Travel to Pisco to take a flight over the mysterious Nazca Lines. From the air, you’ll spot shapes like the hummingbird and monkey traced into the desert. Return to Lima in the afternoon.

• Day 3 - Arequipa and its colonial charm: Fly to Arequipa and explore its historic center on a city tour that includes the Plaza de Armas, the Santa Catalina Convent, and the Yanahuara viewpoint.

Viewpoint of Yanahuara, Arequipa

• Day 4 - Toward the Colca Canyon: On the way to Colca, cross through the Pampa Cañahuas Reserve and reach Patapampa, nearly 5,000 meters above sea level, to enjoy panoramic views before arriving in the town of Chivay.

• Day 5 - Condor’s Flight and arrival in Puno: Watch the majestic flight of the condor from the Cruz del Cóndor viewpoint and visit traditional Andean villages. In the afternoon, continue to Puno across the high plains.

• Day 6 - Lake Titicaca and living culture: Sail on Lake Titicaca, visit the floating Uros Islands, and discover traditional life on Taquile Island, famous for its textile art.

Uros island, Puno

• Day 7 - The Route of the Sun to Cusco: Travel to Cusco along the Route of the Sun, with stops at colonial churches, archaeological sites, and stunning landscapes.

• Day 8 - Sacred Valley and train to Aguas Calientes: Explore Pisac and Ollantaytambo, then take the train to Aguas Calientes, the gateway to Machu Picchu.

• Day 9 - Machu Picchu, Wonder of the World: Enjoy a guided tour of the most famous Inca citadel in the world. In the afternoon, return to Cusco.

• Day 10 - End of the Journey: Transfer to the airport for your flight back to Lima. An unforgettable adventure comes to an end!

Ready to live this experience?

At Book and Vámonos, we are expert travelers in Peru. We can customize this itinerary based on your interests, pace, and available time. Contact us and we’ll take care of everything from the moment you arrive in Peru.