Here is our exciting 7-day travel plan for Peru! From day 1 to day 7, you’ll explore some of the most beautiful and historic places in this amazing country. This one week travel plan for Peru will guide you through cities, Inca ruins, and stunning natural landscapes.
7-day travel plan for Peru; Lima, Cusco, Machu Picchu, Rainbow Mountain, Paracas and Huacachina
Day 1 – Explore Lima
Morning:
- Arrive in Lima.
- Check into your hotel.
- Enjoy a traditional Peruvian breakfast.
Afternoon:
- Visit Plaza Mayor and the historic center.
- Explore the Lima Cathedral and Government Palace.
- Lunch at a local restaurant to try ceviche.
Evening:
- Stroll through the bohemian district of Barranco.
- Dinner at a seaside restaurant in Miraflores.
Day 2 – Flight to Cusco and acclimatization
Morning:
- Breakfast at your hotel.
- Flight from Lima to Cusco.
- Check into your hotel in Cusco.
Afternoon:
- Light lunch and rest to acclimatize.
- Explore the Plaza de Armas and the Cusco Cathedral.
- Visit the San Pedro Market.
Evening:
- Dinner at a local Cusco restaurant.
- Early night to rest and acclimate to the altitude.
Day 3 – Visit Sacred Valley + Maras and Moray
Morning:
- Breakfast at your hotel.
- Start the Sacred Valley + Maras and Moray tour.
Evening:
- Return to Cusco for overnight stay.
Day 4 – Machu Picchu last-minute tour (Overnight in Aguas Calientes)
Early morning:
- Breakfast at your hotel.
- Departure for Machu Picchu last-minute tour.
Evening:
- Meet with your guide to discuss the next day’s visit to Machu Picchu.
- Dinner and relax in Aguas Calientes.
Day 5 – Visit Machu Picchu
Early morning:
- Breakfast at your hotel*.
- Visit Machu Picchu with your guide*
*(included in the last-minute Macchu Picchu tour).
Evening:
- Arrive in Cusco and overnight stay.
Day 6 – Rainbow Mountain and flight to Lima
Early morning:
- Depart for Rainbow Mountain tour.
Evening:
- Flight from Cusco to Lima.
- Arrive in Lima and check into your hotel.
Day 7 – Visit Paracas/Ica in one day from Lima
Early morning:
- Depart for Lima to Paracas and Ica/Huacachina in one day tour.
- Boat tour to the Ballestas Islands.*
Afternoon:
- Pisco tasting session and lunch.*
- Visit Huacachina Oasis for sandboarding and a buggy ride.*
Evening:
- Return to Lima.*
*(included in the Lima to Paracas and Ica in one day tour).
The end of your 7-day plan for traveling to Peru
Your 7-day adventure in Peru is over, but the memories will stay with you forever. You have explored lively cities, seen ancient ruins, and enjoyed beautiful landscapes. Each day brought new experiences and unforgettable moments.