Machu Picchu | 12-Day Classic Peru Tour from Lima·Puno, Lake Titicaca, Cusco and Aguas Calientes | Small Group

4.8
(13 reviews)
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Tour Code: 747750
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Departure CityDeparture City
Lima
End CityEnd City
Cusco
DurationDuration
12 days
LanguageLanguage
English
Group SizeGroup Size
Max. 16 travelers
Group TypeGroup Type
Group Tour
Tour AudienceTour Audience
Mixed International Travelers
OperatorOperator

Highlights

• Explore Lima's culture and local flavors
• Visit Lake Titicaca with Uros Islands and a village homestay
• Travel through the scenic Andean highlands to Cusco
• Guided walking tour of historic Cusco
• Discover the Sacred Valley, including Maras, Moray, and Ollantaytambo
• Scenic train ride to Aguas Calientes
• Guided visit to Machu Picchu, a New Seven Wonder of the World

Product Info

This compact tour of the archaeological highlights and cultural treasures of the Andean highlands has it all. Cruise Lake Titicaca and immerse yourself in rural life with a homestay in a small village. Wander the cobblestoned streets of Cusco before heading to the Sacred Valley to explore the Maras Salt pans and striking Inca ruins of Moray. Take the train along the Urubamba River to Machu Picchu, with stunning views of ruins, mountainscapes, and cloud forest along the way.
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Itinerary

Machu Picchu | 12-Day Classic Peru Tour from Lima·Puno, Lake Titicaca, Cusco and Aguas Calientes | Small Group-map
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Includes & Excludes

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Public bus, private van, plane, train, boat, hiking.
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Hotels/guesthouses (7 nts), camping (3 nts), homestay (1 nt).
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11 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 1 dinner
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Vehicle fees during the tour: tour vehicles will be arranged according to the final group size (one seat per guest).
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Your G for Good Moment: Lake Titicaca Homestay, Lake Titicaca
Your G for Good Moment: Ccaccaccollo Community and Women's Weaving Co-op visit, Ccaccaccollo
Your G for Good Moment: Parwa Community Restaurant the Sacred Valley, Lamay
Your G for Good Moment: Handmade Biodegradable Soap Products, Cusco
Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
Your Discover Moment: Cusco. Floating islands of Uros visit. Lake Titicaca guided tour. Sacred Valley guided tour. Pottery-making demonstration. Inca Trail guided hike with cooks and porters (4 days). Machu Picchu guided tour. Internal flight. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.
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What are the tipping guidelines for this trip? It is customary in Latin America to tip service providers such as waiters, at approximately 10%, depending on the service. Tipping is an expected - though not compulsory - component of your tour program and an expression of satisfaction with the persons who have assisted you on your tour. Although it may not be customary to you, it is of considerable significance to the people who will take care of you during your travels. There are several times during the trip where there is opportunity to tip the local guides or drivers we use. Recommendations for tipping drivers and local guides would range from $5-10 USD per day depending on the quality and length of the service; ask your CEO for specific recommendations based on the circumstances and culture.

If at the end of your trek you felt your trekking guide and support team did an outstanding job, tipping is appreciated. The amount is entirely a personal preference, however as a guideline, we suggest each hiker contributes the following to a collective pool.

Inca Trail:
Head guide: 15-30 USD
Assistant guide: 10-20 USD
Your trekking crew: 40 USD

Lares Trek:
Head guide: 15-30 USD
Assistant guide: 5-15 USD
Your trekking crew: 35 USD

Also at the end of each trip if you felt your G Adventures CEO did an outstanding job, tipping is appreciated. The amount is entirely a personal preference, however as a guideline $20-25 USD per person, per week can be used.
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What should I consider when planning my personal expenses and discretionary spending for this itinerary? Every traveller is different and therefore spending money requirements will vary. Some travellers may drink more than others while other travellers like to purchase more souvenirs than most. Please consider your own spending habits when it comes to allowing for drinks, shopping and tipping. Please also remember the following specific recommendations when planning your trip.
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What activities are optional on this trip? Lima
- Lima Cooking Class (4hrs)
- Lima City Tour (40USD per person)

Lake Titicaca
- Lake Titicaca Kayaking

Puno
- Sillustani Burial Towers Entrance (59PEN per person)

Ollantaytambo
- Ollantaytambo Storehouse Ruins and Hike

Cusco
- Horseback Riding (150PEN per person)
- Mountain Biking
- Cusco Cooking Class
- Rainbow Mountain Hike - Full-day Trip
- Inka Museum (10PEN per person)
- Cusco Tourist Ticket (130PEN per person)
- Cusco City Tour (45PEN per person)
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What are the meals like on this trip? Eating is a big part of traveling. G Adventures understands the importance of breakfast to start your day, we strive to include a basic breakfast wherever possible. This will typically include toast, coffee and tea, however this may vary depending on the city. Should breakfast not be included, your CEO can suggest some local options.

Travelling with G Adventures you experience the vast array of wonderful food that is available out in the world. Generally meals are not included in the trip price when there is a choice of eating options, to give you the maximum flexibility in deciding where, what and with whom to eat. It also gives you more budgeting flexibility, though generally food is cheap. Our groups tend to eat together to enable you to taste a larger variety of dishes and enjoy each other's company. There is no obligation to do this though. Your CEO will be able to suggest favourite restaurants during your trip.

On truck trips in Africa, aboard the expedition ship Explorer or our Galapagos yachts, while trekking in remote regions etc. food is included, plentiful and made of fresh local ingredients. The above information applies to G Adventures group trips. For Independent trips please check the itinerary for details of meals included. For all trips please refer to the meals included and budget information for included meals and meal budgets.
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Is there an extra cost for travelling solo? We believe single travellers should not have to pay more to travel so our group trips are designed for shared accommodation and do not involve a single supplement. Single travellers joining group trips are paired in twin or multi-share accommodation with someone of the same sex for the duration of the trip. Some of our Independent trips are designed differently and single travellers on these itineraries must pay the single trip price.
Do any exceptions apply to Rooming or “My Own Room” on my tour? Nights 7-9: Inca Trail.

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Reviews

4.8/5
13 Reviews
Reservation4.8
Customer Service4.9
Accommodation4.9
Transportation5
Tour Guide5
Tour Itinerary4
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Benjamin Lee November 13, 2025
4.8
Comfortable stays and well-planned itinerary made this a worthwhile adventure. Guides were patient in explaining history and local context. The Inca Trail trek was both physically and visually rewarding.
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David Park August 22, 2025
4.8
My favorite part of the trip was the Inca Trail hike and final sunrise at Machu Picchu. The guide kept us motivated and safe throughout. The accommodations were decent for the price, and included meals were tasty. Transportation and logistics ran smoothly, and I appreciated the small group size.
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Zoe Roberts August 06, 2025
4.8
Easy logistics with flights, buses, and trains helped make this a stress-free booking. Trekking days were challenging in a great way, and Machu Picchu was the trip’s highlight. Guides were positive and encouraging.
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Emma Sinclair July 19, 2025
4.7
I loved the Classic Peru tour, especially the variety of destinations like Lake Titicaca and Machu Picchu. Hotels were comfortable, and the homestay was a highlight. Guides were knowledgeable and friendly, giving us great context and local history throughout the trip. Food was good, and the trekking days were fantastic yet manageable.
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Noah Patel June 08, 2025
4.8
Hotels were clean and conveniently located. The homestay on Lake Titicaca was a culture-rich highlight, and local food there was delicious. Guides were passionate and shared deep insights about history and culture along the way.
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