Lima, Paracas, Nazca Lines & Machu Picchu Luxury Journey 10 Days
The journey
Lima, Paracas, Nazca Lines & Machu Picchu Luxury Journey – 10 Days / 9 Nights
Discover the coast, the desert and the Andes of Peru on a fully private 10-day luxury journey, designed by local experts with more than 30 years of experience. You'll travel with private transportation and private guides, stay in 5-star hotels, and have 24/7 assistance throughout.
Begin in Lima, Peru's culinary capital, with a night at the Belmond Miraflores Park overlooking the Pacific Ocean. A private vehicle then takes you south along the coast to Paracas, where you'll spend two nights at the Hotel Paracas, a Luxury Collection Resort. Explore the Ballestas Islands by boat, home to sea lions, Humboldt penguins and thousands of seabirds, then take a scenic flight from Pisco over the mysterious Nazca Lines, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with no long road trip to Nazca.
From the coast, fly to Cusco and transfer directly to the Sacred Valley. It sits lower than Cusco, so you can acclimatize naturally at the 5-star Tambo del Inka. After exploring Pisac, Moray and Maras, ride the Vistadome train to Aguas Calientes and stay at the Sumaq Machu Picchu Hotel.
Explore Machu Picchu with your private guide, enjoy lunch at the exclusive Belmond Sanctuary Lodge, and return on the Vistadome Observatory train to Cusco, where you'll stay at the JW Marriott El Convento. Discover the imperial city at a relaxed pace and, fully acclimatized, hike to the famous Rainbow Mountain before flying back to Lima.
Tour Highlights:
- 5-star hotels: Belmond Miraflores Park, Hotel Paracas, Tambo del Inka, Sumaq Machu Picchu and JW Marriott El Convento
- Private boat excursion to the Ballestas Islands
- Scenic flight over the Nazca Lines from Pisco
- Private transfers between Lima and Paracas
- Smart acclimatization route starting in the Sacred Valley
- Private guided tour of Machu Picchu
- Lunch at the Belmond Sanctuary Lodge
- Vistadome train and Vistadome Observatory return
- Rainbow Mountain hike with a private guide
- Domestic flights Lima–Cusco–Lima included
- Private English-speaking guides and 24/7 assistance
- Operated directly by TrueAndes
Optional upgrades: Huacachina desert oasis with dune buggies and sandboarding, Belmond Monasterio or Belmond Palacio Nazarenas in Cusco, Humantay Lake instead of Rainbow Mountain (additional cost may apply).
Duration: 10 Days / 9 Nights
Starting point: Lima, Peru
Price: US$8,100 per person (based on 2 travelers)
Day by day
Arrival in Lima
Welcome to Peru! Upon arrival at Lima International Airport, your private TrueAndes representative will greet you and take you in your private vehicle to your 5-star hotel in Miraflores, overlooking the Pacific Ocean.
If time allows, enjoy a private walk through Miraflores and the bohemian district of Barranco, or simply relax and discover why Lima is considered the culinary capital of South America.
Overnight: Belmond Miraflores Park (Lima)
Meals: None
Private transportation | 24/7 assistance
Private Transfer to Paracas
After breakfast, travel south along the Pacific coast in your private vehicle to Paracas, about 3.5 to 4 hours away. Check in at the 5-star Hotel Paracas, a Luxury Collection Resort, located right on the bay.
In the afternoon, relax by the pool, enjoy the ocean views, or visit the Paracas National Reserve with its dramatic desert cliffs and red sand beaches (optional).
Overnight: Hotel Paracas, a Luxury Collection Resort (Paracas)
Meals: Breakfast
Private transportation | 24/7 assistance
Ballestas Islands & Nazca Lines Scenic Flight
In the morning, set out by private boat to the Ballestas Islands, often called the "Little Galápagos of Peru." See sea lions, Humboldt penguins and thousands of seabirds, and pass the famous Candelabra geoglyph carved into the hillside.
In the afternoon, your private vehicle takes you to Pisco Airport for a scenic flight over the Nazca Lines, one of the world's great archaeological mysteries. From the air, admire the Hummingbird, the Monkey, the Spider and other giant figures drawn in the desert more than 1,500 years ago. Return to your hotel to watch the sunset over the bay.
Note: Scenic flights depend on weather conditions.
Overnight: Hotel Paracas, a Luxury Collection Resort (Paracas)
Meals: Breakfast
Private transportation | Private guide | 24/7 assistance
Flight to Cusco & Private Transfer to the Sacred Valley
After an early breakfast, your private vehicle takes you back to Lima Airport for your flight to Cusco. Your private TrueAndes representative will welcome you on arrival and take you directly to the Sacred Valley of the Incas. It sits lower than Cusco, so this is the ideal place to acclimatize naturally.
Check in at the 5-star Tambo del Inka Resort and spend the evening relaxing and adjusting to the altitude.
Overnight: Tambo del Inka, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa (Sacred Valley)
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Private transportation | 24/7 assistance
Private Sacred Valley Tour: Pisac, Moray & Maras
After breakfast, set out on a fully private tour of the Sacred Valley, at your own pace and with no groups. Visit the impressive Inca terraces and traditional market of Pisac, the circular agricultural terraces of Moray, and the stunning Maras Salt Mines, still worked by local families as they were centuries ago.
Enjoy lunch at El Huacatay restaurant in Urubamba, known for its creative Novo-Andean cuisine, before returning to your hotel for a relaxing evening.
Optional upgrade: tasting menu at MIL restaurant by chef Virgilio Martínez, next to Moray (additional cost).
Overnight: Tambo del Inka, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa (Sacred Valley)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Private transportation | Private guide | 24/7 assistance
Ollantaytambo & Vistadome Train to Aguas Calientes
After breakfast, explore the Ollantaytambo archaeological complex with your private guide, one of the most remarkable living Inca towns in Peru.
In the afternoon, board the Vistadome train toward Aguas Calientes and enjoy panoramic windows with spectacular views of mountains, rivers and cloud forest. Upon arrival, our representative will escort you to your 5-star hotel.
Overnight: Sumaq Machu Picchu Hotel (Aguas Calientes)
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Private guide | 24/7 assistance
Private Machu Picchu Tour, Lunch at Sanctuary Lodge & Return to Cusco
Early in the morning, take the shuttle bus up to Machu Picchu. With your private guide, explore the magnificent Inca citadel and discover its history, architecture and spiritual meaning. Your visit follows the official circuit assigned to your entrance ticket.
After the tour, enjoy an exclusive lunch at the Belmond Sanctuary Lodge, the only hotel located right at the entrance of Machu Picchu.
In the afternoon, return on the Vistadome Observatory train, with its open-air observation car, to Ollantaytambo. Your private vehicle will be waiting to take you to Cusco.
Overnight: JW Marriott El Convento Cusco
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Private transportation | Private guide | 24/7 assistance
Private Cusco City Tour
Enjoy a relaxed morning before a private guided tour of the imperial city of Cusco. Visit the Qorikancha (Temple of the Sun), the Cathedral on the Plaza de Armas, the artisan neighborhood of San Blas and the impressive Sacsayhuaman fortress overlooking the city.
The rest of the day is free to explore Cusco's cafés, galleries and markets at your own pace.
Overnight: JW Marriott El Convento Cusco
Meals: Breakfast
Private transportation | Private guide | 24/7 assistance
Private Rainbow Mountain Hike
Now fully acclimatized, depart early in your private vehicle toward Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca). Enjoy breakfast on the way, then hike with your private guide through spectacular Andean landscapes, alpacas and traditional communities to the famous viewpoint at 5,036 m (16,522 ft).
After taking in the colorful mountain views, hike back, enjoy lunch, and return to Cusco to relax at your hotel.
Alternative option: Humantay Lake hike, upon request.
Activity: Hiking only. No ATV or quad bike transportation.
Difficulty: Moderate to challenging due to the high altitude.
Overnight: JW Marriott El Convento Cusco
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Private transportation | Private guide | 24/7 assistance
Flight from Cusco to Lima
After breakfast, your private vehicle will take you to Cusco International Airport for your flight back to Lima, where you can connect with your international flight home.
Meals: Breakfast
Private transportation
End of TrueAndes services.
What's included
Included
Transportation & Assistance- Domestic flights: Lima–Cusco and Cusco–Lima.
- Private airport reception and transfers in Lima and Cusco.
- Private round-trip transportation Lima–Paracas–Lima Airport.
- Private transportation throughout the journey.
- Private professional English-speaking guide for every tour.
- 24/7 assistance from the TrueAndes team during your trip.
- 1 night at Belmond Miraflores Park (Lima).
- 2 nights at Hotel Paracas, a Luxury Collection Resort (Paracas).
- 2 nights at Tambo del Inka, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa (Sacred Valley).
- 1 night at Sumaq Machu Picchu Hotel (Aguas Calientes).
- 3 nights at JW Marriott El Convento Cusco.
- Private boat excursion to the Ballestas Islands.
- Scenic flight over the Nazca Lines from Pisco Airport.
- Private transfers to and from Pisco Airport.
- Ballestas Islands entrance and port fees.
- Private Sacred Valley tour: Pisac, Moray and Maras Salt Mines.
- Private guided visit to Ollantaytambo.
- Official Machu Picchu entrance ticket, subject to availability.
- Round-trip shuttle bus Aguas Calientes–Machu Picchu.
- Private guided tour of Machu Picchu.
- Private Cusco city tour: Qorikancha, Cathedral, San Blas and Sacsayhuaman.
- Private Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca) hike, or Humantay Lake upon request.
- All entrance fees to the sites in the itinerary.
- Vistadome train from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes.
- Vistadome Observatory train from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo.
- Daily breakfast at your hotels.
- Day 4: Dinner at Tambo del Inka.
- Day 5: Lunch at El Huacatay restaurant (Urubamba).
- Day 6: Dinner at Sumaq Machu Picchu Hotel.
- Day 7: Lunch at Belmond Sanctuary Lodge.
- Day 9: Breakfast and lunch during the Rainbow Mountain excursion.
Not included
- International flights to and from Peru.
- Travel and medical insurance (strongly recommended).
- Meals not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Alcoholic beverages and additional drinks.
- Huacachina oasis, dune buggies and sandboarding (optional add-on).
- Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain tickets (optional add-on).
- Horse rental at Rainbow Mountain.
- Optional upgrades: Belmond Monasterio or Belmond Palacio Nazarenas in Cusco, and the tasting menu at MIL restaurant.
- Spa treatments and other hotel services.
- Tips for guides, drivers, boat crews and other service staff.
- Personal expenses and souvenirs.
- Extra costs from flight delays, cancellations, weather conditions or circumstances beyond the tour operator's control.
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Questions before you go
Clear answers for planning this tour.
Is the Nazca Lines flight safe?
Yes. We work only with established air operators certified by Peru's civil aviation authority (DGAC), using well-maintained aircraft and experienced pilots. Flights depend on weather conditions, and if a flight is delayed or rescheduled for safety reasons, our team will reorganize your day.
Can I get motion sickness on the Nazca flight?
It's possible. The small aircraft bank left and right so both sides can see the figures. We recommend a light breakfast before the flight, and if you're prone to motion sickness, ask your doctor about prevention before your trip.
Why do you fly over the Nazca Lines from Pisco instead of Nazca?
Flying from Pisco Airport, near Paracas, means you avoid the long road trip to Nazca and back. You enjoy the Nazca Lines in a few hours and return to your 5-star hotel in Paracas the same day, a much more comfortable option for a luxury journey.
What wildlife will I see at the Ballestas Islands?
The Ballestas Islands are home to sea lions, Humboldt penguins and thousands of seabirds such as boobies, cormorants and pelicans. On the way, you'll also see the famous Candelabra geoglyph carved into the desert hillside.
Are hotels included in the tour price?
Yes. The US$8,100 per person price includes 9 nights in 5-star hotels: Belmond Miraflores Park (Lima), Hotel Paracas, a Luxury Collection Resort (Paracas), Tambo del Inka (Sacred Valley), Sumaq Machu Picchu Hotel (Aguas Calientes) and JW Marriott El Convento (Cusco). Upgrades to Belmond hotels in Cusco are available at an additional cost.
How do we travel from Lima to Paracas?
You travel in a private vehicle with a professional driver. The trip along the Pacific coast takes about 3.5 to 4 hours, with stops whenever you like. On Day 4, your private vehicle takes you directly from Paracas back to Lima Airport for your flight to Cusco.
Is Huacachina included?
Huacachina is not included in the standard itinerary, but it can be added as an optional private excursion from Paracas, with dune buggies and sandboarding in the desert oasis.
What should I know about altitude sickness?
After the coast, the Andes portion of this journey begins in the Sacred Valley (about 2,870 m / 9,420 ft), which sits lower than Cusco (about 3,400 m / 11,155 ft), so your body can adjust gently. Rainbow Mountain reaches 5,036 m (16,522 ft) and is scheduled for Day 9, once you are well acclimatized. Travelers with medical concerns should consult their doctor before traveling.
Is this a private tour?
Yes. This journey is operated directly by TrueAndes, with private transportation, private English-speaking guides and 24/7 assistance from our team throughout the trip.
How much is the deposit to confirm my booking?
A 50% deposit is required to confirm your reservation. The remaining 50% is paid upon arrival in Cusco, before the tour begins. All reservations are subject to the availability of Machu Picchu tickets, hotels, trains, flights and the Nazca scenic flight.