Top Peru Day Trips

Get your adrenaline pumping with this small-group tour that takes you around the Sacred Valley on an ATV. Visit some of Peru's most important landmarks including the terraced salt mines of Maras and Inca ruins of Moray. Enjoy included hotel pickup from Cusco hotels with morning departures. The tour includes a bilingual guide and safety equipment but excludes gratuities and food. This tour can also be combined with a zipline.

Tour the Sacred Valley in Peru’s Andean highland on this day tour from Cusco. You will join a small, guided group (max 15) when you experience this important area of the Inca Empire. Visit colonial villages of Pisac and Ollantaytambo, buy some handicrafts, walk around Lake Piuri, learn about ancient agriculture, the salt mines, and much more.

The Marcahuasi stone forest is often overlooked by visitors, but this mystical site shouldn't be missed by anyone with an interest in nature or history—and this private guided tour from Lima will show you why. Discover monolithic stone forms, unobstructed vista points, and tucked-away attractions far from any crowds as you explore off the beaten path and delve into Peruvian lore.

Maximize your sightseeing time in Peru with this convenient day trip to Machu Picchu from Cusco. After a hotel pickup, travel through the Sacred Valley and rugged mountain terrain by bus and train before ascending by bus to the iconic Inca citadel. You’ll enjoy a guided tour of the site’s most important landmarks, to learn more about Peru’s ancient cultures. Ideal for travelers short on time in the country.

As a company based in the Sacred Valley, we are true specialists in the region, enabling us to provide a more personalized, authentic service at competitive prices. We will guide you to unique destinations such as Chinchero, Moray, and the Maras Salt Mines, offering an in-depth experience led by passionate local guides. This allows you to connect with the true essence of the Sacred Valley, all while enjoying exceptional service at a great value.

The Sacred Valley of the Incas offers a glorious start to your visit to Cusco and Machu Picchu; sublime weather, overwhelmingly beautiful landscapes, colonial towns, ancient Inca settlements, and very friendly people reflect why so many people travel thousands of kilometers to visit this valley. These colonial cities, mostly inhabited by artisans, artists, farmers, and those tired of the city hustle, are some of the best places to explore not only in Peru but in South America.

Check off two of Peru's most-important archaeological sites in just a few hours. This half-day tour from Cusco takes you to into the Sacred Valley, to the historic sites of Maras and Moray, which date back to the Inca era. You'll visit the salt flats and irrigated terraces, and learn how the Incas ingeniously worked the land.

Check out the beaches and wildlife in both the Ballestas Islands in Paracas and the National Reserve, with excellent photo opportunities. Transport to and from hotels in Ica is included, so you don’t need to worry about organizing that yourself. The boat ride, entrance tickets, and your guide are all taken care of, letting you focus on enjoying the outing.

Peru's southern coast is home to three very different experiences within a few hours of each other—Pacific marine wildlife at the Ballestas Islands, pisco production in Ica's vineyards, and a desert oasis at Huacachina—but they're far enough from Lima that doing them in one day requires a structured route. This tour links all three with private transport for a seamless day of exploration.

Avoid the hassles of navigating public transport to Machu Picchu. This small-group tour arranges all of your necessary connections and tickets including transportation from Cusco to Ollantaytambo train station; the EXPEDITION/VOYAGER train from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes, and the bus from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu where you will enjoy a guided tour around the famed City of the Incas.

Explore the attractions throughout the Sacred Valley of the Incas on this small-group tour from Cusco. Visit a historic Inca site overlooking the village of Pisac with views of the Urubamba river. Travel to Ollantaytambo and tour this historic town with great Incan heritage. See the impressively precise agricultural terraces at Moray and learn about salt farming at Maras. Admire traditional Andean textiles in the village of Chinchero. Entrance fees to attractions not included.

Discover three key Lambayaque (or Sican) cultural and archaeological sites near Chiclayo, with the stress of organizing transport and coordinating multiple stops on your own, with this private full-day tour. Stops include the Sican Museum, Tucume Pyramids, and the historic center of Lambayeque, with a guide to provide enriching commentary and insights.

Discover the magic of hummingbirds in Cusco, Peru, on a unique birdwatching experience in the Sacred Valley. This half-day tour takes you just 60 kilometers from Cusco City to Ensifera Camp, a peaceful hummingbird sanctuary located in Yanahuara, where several native species can be observed up close in their natural environment. The adventure begins with a 07:00 am pickup from your hotel in Cusco, followed by a scenic drive through the Sacred Valley. Upon arrival at Ensifera Camp, you will access a dedicated bird hide designed for excellent observation and photography, allowing close encounters with these colorful and energetic birds in a calm setting. Led by an expert local birdwatching guide, you will learn to identify different hummingbird species and discover fascinating facts about their behavior and adaptations. Ideal for nature lovers, photographers, and travelers seeking a peaceful alternative to traditional sightseeing.

The Sacred Valley in Peru is home to ancient monuments and ruins dating back to the days of the Incas—but reaching them by public transport is a challenge. On this tour, spin through the Sacred Valley in comfort from your Cusco accommodation—with your guide to lead the way. Take in top sites of interest including Chincheros, Moray, and Ollantaytambo, and gain insight into a civilization lost in time.

Discover one of the Seven Wonders of the World on a full-day tour from Cusco to Machu Picchu with hotel pickup included. Take in the beautiful Peruvian countryside on a train journey to Aguas Calientes, situated at the base of Machu Picchu. Enjoy a 2-hour guided tour of the Inca citadel and learn about its fascinating history from your guide before heading back to Aguas Calientes for lunch and stroll.

Enjoy one of the most scenic trekking tours around Cusco without the crowds. This small-group tour takes you to the Humantay Lake earlier in the morning than most of the large tour groups, ensuring a more intimate experience of the serene lake and the snow-capped mountain behind it .

Explore the landmarks, neighborhoods, and culture of Lima on this all-day excursion with a professional photographer. Begin in the historic center with visits to Plaza San Martin, Plaza de Armas, and the Monastery of San Francisco. Enjoy a delicious lunch in Lima’s Chinese quarter and get off the tourist circuit with visits to places like bohemian neighborhood of Barranco and the Chorrillos fishing harbor.

The Sacred Valley is home to some of Peru’s most historically significant sites of interest, with Incan settlements dating back thousands of years. On this full-day tour, reach key attractions including Moray and the Salinas de Maras by private vehicle, and learn how the Incas worked the land to survive and thrive. With pickup and drop-off at your Cusco hotel, cover the ground with ease and see the sights in one day.

If you’re looking to discover Lima’s ancient history then look no further than this private full-day tour of Caral, the oldest known city in the Americas. With a private guide, discover the well-preserved pyramids and temples of the UNESCO World Heritage Site, believed to have been built in 5,000 BC. A breakfast box, lunch, and hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Travel from Cusco to Machu Picchu with the confidence of a private guide. This tour includes all of your transportation needs from your hotel door to the ruins and back, plus an informative guided tour of the iconic Incan archaeological site. It's a great pick for travelers trying to see Machu Picchu in just one day.

Discover two ancient sites in the Sacred Valley on a half-day, private tour from Cusco to Moray and Maras, whose dramatic salt pools have a fascinating history. Traveling by private car ensures personalized service and saves time in transit, so you can experience two Sacred Valley highlights in the morning, then return to Cusco with a whole afternoon for sightseeing.

Machu Picchu is a must-see when visiting Cusco, but getting there by vehicle involves a bumpy ride on mountain roads. This full-day train tour combines a scenic rail journey through the Sacred Valley with a visit to the famous Inca citadel, helping you avoid traffic and maximize your time at the UNESCO World Heritage Site. With transportation and admission arranged, you can visit Machu Picchu without organizing an overnight stay.

Lake Sandoval in the Tambopata National Reserve is one of Peru’s most biodiverse ecosystems, but visiting it independently skips over the details that make it special. Explore with ease and insight on this small-group day tour from Puerto Maldonado. Travel by boat along the Madre de Dios River to Lake Sandoval, ride a canoe around the lake, and hike along a boardwalk while keeping an eye out for wildlife.

Dig deep into Inca culture and history on a private sightseeing tour from Cusco. The adventure begins with free time at the artisan's market, where you can find handmade wool products. Next, visit the often overlooked Chinchero Archeological Site to see Andean trading and the ruins of a palace of a 15th-century Inca ruler. Continue to the agricultural terraces of Moray and then the salt mines of Maras.