Top Activities on the Ground in Peru - page 4

Travel confidently with Alpaca Expeditions, Peru's #1 Tour Operator!. 3 Guarantees for Your Inca Trail Adventure: Safety, Quality, and Expert Guidance 1. Security Guarantee We ensure the safety of our guests throughout the entire Inca Trail. There will always be at least one guide behind the group, providing extra support and ensuring no one is left behind. 2. Food Guarantee We guarantee quality food on all our expeditions by following five essential food safety rules: * Keep everything clean. * Separate raw and cooked foods. * Cook thoroughly. * Keep food at safe temperatures. * Use safe water and raw materials. If we ever make a mistake, resulting in food-related issues (e.g., food poisoning), affected people will be completely compensated. 3. Lecture Guarantee All our guides are educated to provide high quality content about the Inca history. After the trek, all lecture materials will be sent to your email in written form for you to review and enjoy at your leisure.

Get a comprehensive tour of the main Incan sites around Cusco on this half-day excursion. Visit all the highlights and landmarks, including Tambomachay, Puccpucara, Quenqo, Sacsayuaman, and Koricancha. Hotel pickup in the historic center of Cusco available; travel via air-conditioned coach.

When your cruise ship docks in San Martin Port, spend your time ashore exploring the Pisco Valley and the Inca fortress of Tambo Colorado. Learn about Peru's Inca history and visit the high priest's chambers and sacrificial altar in the fortress while listening to guided commentary. Travel to and from the cruise port in a private vehicle while enjoying verdant farmland and desert dune scenery.

Travel confidently with Alpaca Expeditions, Peru's #1 Tour Operator! The Short Inca Trail tour is perfect if you are short on time but still want to experience a full day of hiking on the famous Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. Hike with expert, indigenous guides through the vibrant rainforest & visit the ancient Inca archeological sites of Wiñay Wayna on your way to the Sun Gate entrance of Machu Picchu. Your adventure starts at KM104 instead of KM82 on the Inca Trail. Then we will take you to your hotel in Machu picchu town at night, at last enjoy a guided tour of Machu Picchu by an professional expert guide on day two.

Skip crowded taxi lines and avoid navigating confusing public transport systems with this shared transfer from Alejandro Velasco Astete Airport (CUZ) to your hotel. Available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, your transfer is synced to your flight's arrival time, so there's no time wasted waiting around for a ride.

See the best that Peru has to offer during this 6-day "best of" trip, visiting highlights like Cusco, Machu Picchu, Lake Titicaca, and the Sacred Valley. Discover the indigenous and colonial history in Cusco, and tour the Inca markets in the Sacred Valley city of Pisac. You’ll also enjoy a guided tour of Machu Picchu, and explore Lake Titicaca by boat, plus much more.

The adventurous can try something new in Peru during this half-day sand boarding or sand skiing experience on the Huacachina Dunes near Ica. Get professional instruction and gear fitting, then take a buggy ride to the top of the dunes to experience the rush of skiing or boarding on sand instead of snow.

A challenging high-altitude hike is rewarded with a visit to Rainbow Mountain, one of the most distinct Andean peaks in Peru, during this full-day tour from Cusco. Hike for approximately 3 hours to reach Rainbow Mountain where natural mineral deposits have formed bands of color in the earth. Pass alpacas and llamas along the way. See other snow-capped Andean peaks and look for Andean condors.

Get the lay of the land in Lima thanks to this 4-hour private shore excursion sightseeing tour. Explore some of the city’s best-known landmarks including the Miraflores neighborhood, Huaca Pucllana, Government Palace, Plaza de Armas, San Francisco Convent, and much more.

See more of Lima with a bicycle rental and explore the city with ease on two wheels. Rent a bike for six hours and create your own sightseeing itinerary, whether its exploring Lima’s historic center, visiting the galleries of Barranco, or the creweries in Miraflores. Your rental includes a city map and recommendations on scenic routes and attractions to visit.

Exploring Cusco’s most important ruins and historic landmarks on your own can be confusing, with sites spread out and little context to explain what you’re seeing—but this small-group, guided tour makes it simple. Travel between key archaeological locations—including Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Puca Pucara, and the Temple of the Sun—and the historic center with a guide who brings the temples and colonial architecture to life. As you explore, learn about the history behind each site instead of simply passing by.

Tick off more Cusco attractions in less time on a private, half-day city tour, designed with history buffs in mind. In the company of a private guide, visit ancient Inca archeological sites including Sacsayhuaman and Tambomachay and explore the Historic Center of Cusco, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Explore Lima’s top highlights during this 4.5-hour introduction to the Peruvian capital’s wealth of historic landmarks. Tour the pre-Incan archaeological site at Huaca Huallamarca and explore the history of Lima’s UNESCO World Heritage-listed downtown. You’ll also check out the wealth of pre-Columbian art at Larco Museum, watch the changing of the guard at the Government Palace and visit the historic Convento de Santo Domingo. Your Lima highlights tour also includes round-trip hotel transport by minivan, a driver-guide, all entrance fees and bottled water.

Paracas is a favored weekend getaway for Limeños but even if you have only a day to spare, you can enjoy its highlights on this guided tour from Lima. You'll sail to the Ballestas Islands to see marine wildlife including penguins and sea lions; go sand boarding on the dunes of Huacachina, and enjoy some wine and Pisco-tasting at a local vineyard.

Experience the technicolor wonders of Peru’s Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca) on a full-day tour from Cusco that offers deeper insight into local Incan culture. Don't worry about navigating the hike to the viewpoint or getting lost as your guide leads the way and offers fresh perspective of the landscapes and their significance.

Experience the sights of Lima in the open air on a 2-hour group biking tour. Pedal along flat paths to see a big area of Lima without getting worn out. Perfect for first time visitors or people short on time, the tour gives you a comprehensive overview of the city’s most popular districts: Miraflores and Barranco. Enjoy regular breaks to take photos and ask questions.

See a brilliant blue lake in Huascaran National Park on a full-day Laguna 69 hiking tour that includes round-trip transport from Huaraz hotels. Between rough roads and a remote location, getting to the Laguna 69 trailhead is a challenge if you don't have your own car. Prebooking this Laguna 69 tour takes care of those logistics, whisking you straight to the famously beautiful lake surrounded by high peaks.

Welcome to the jungle. Adventure awaits during this 2-day roundtrip excursion from Iquitos to the aptly named “Monkey Island” in the heart of the Peruvian Amazon. Travelling by boat and overnighting in a sustainably designed eco-lodge, you'll feel like part of the food chain as you take in the astounding diversity of flora and fauna around you. Caimans, river dolphins, anacondas, monkeys...the list goes on. Guided nature hikes at dusk and dawn and a visit with an indigenous community make the most of this authentic jungle experience.

Our tour offers an exclusive and seamless adventure to Marcahuasi in premium 4x4 vehicles, allowing you to explore remote Andean landscapes in total comfort and safety. Unlike standard tours, we avoid the crowds and long hikes by taking scenic off-road routes that few others reach. You'll experience personalized attention, a rich cultural connection with local villages, and a guided hike through the mystical Marcahuasi plateau—home to ancient ruins and surreal rock formations. Plus, we start the day with a traditional breakfast in the highlands, making this a full sensory journey from city to sky.

Discover the breathtaking landscapes of the Paracas National Reserve, where golden desert cliffs meet the deep blue Pacific Ocean. Enjoy a flexible private journey with a local guide, stopping at the most spectacular viewpoints along the way. Highlights of Your Private Journey Private guided journey with a flexible schedule and personalized attention. Explore the spectacular desert-meets-ocean landscapes of the Paracas National Reserve. Visit iconic viewpoints including Red Beach and dramatic coastal cliffs. Travel comfortably in a private vehicle with a professional local driver/guide. Plenty of time for photos at scenic viewpoints — explore at your own pace. Visit the Interpretation Center to learn abouth the history, geography and wildlife of Paracas and Ica region. Explore the Julio C. Tello Museum and discover unique artifacts from the ancient Paracas culture (entrance tickets include). Ideal for couples, families, and small private groups.

If you don't have the time (or energy) to do the entire Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, this two-day hiking tour offers an excellent alternative. You'll hike through spectacular scenery, with fantastic panoramas of the Andes, as you make your way to the lost citadel of the Incas. As you walk, your guide will fill you in on all of the fascinating history of the region and point out native flora and fauna.

Discover this unique and off-the-beaten-path tour that many are still unaware exists. A Private tour or 6 Small Group Avoiding the crowds and being one of the only hikers on the path exploring the beautiful landscape! This is the perfect alternative to the Classic Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca). Why Visit South America? -This tour is a private or 6 small group adventure. -We connect with the communities. -Enjoy local gastronomy! Peruvian Buffet lunch.

Ease into Cusco's altitude alongside llamas and alpacas on a delightful small-group hike along ancient Inca trails. This non-demanding trek helps you acclimate to the local weather and altitude, preparing you for whatever comes next on your Sacred Valley adventure. Visit hidden Inca temples nestled in small valleys and get first-hand insights into local culture and history.

During your time in Cusco, don’t limit yourself to one lake—instead, check off seven mountain lagoons on a hiking tour of Ausangate that takes you off the beaten path and away from the crowds. Don’t worry about stopping frequently to check your map, as your guide leads the way and enriches your knowledge of local culture and wildlife as you walk.