What would be an example itinerary from Lima to Cusco?

A well-structured 10-day journey begins in Lima's historic center with two days at the Jose Antonio Deluxe. The route continues to the wildlife-rich Ballestas Islands and ancient Nazca Lines. Next stop is Arequipa's Hampton by Hilton for exploring the white-stone Santa Catalina Monastery and dramatic Colca Canyon. Lake Titicaca and its floating Uros Islands await while staying at GHL Lago Titicaca. The finale unfolds in Cusco with visits to the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu. A TourRadar traveler noted "The tour was expertly organised with amazing guides all hotels in great locations and we enjoyed this holiday very much with amazing impressions."

What are the most common destinations visited between Lima and Cusco?

Key stops between these cities include the Sacred Valley Ollantaytambo Aguas Calientes Machu Picchu and Chinchero. Most tours begin at Lima's Larco Museum and colonial center before flying to Cusco to explore the Sacsayhuaman fortress and Santo Domingo Convent leading to Machu Picchu. A TourRadar traveler shares: "The logistics of the staff in every pick up was great. Lima was fantastic... definitely the food was the best. I feel safe and secured."

What is the average price I can expect to pay for a Lima to Cusco tour?

Tour prices typically range from USD 890-2500 per person with daily costs between USD 150-300 based on accommodation choices and included activities. The 7-day "Best of Peru" costs USD 1065 (USD 152 daily) with 3-star lodging. The 8-day "Peruvian Highlights" runs USD 2320 (USD 290 daily) featuring upscale stays at places like Pullman Lima Miraflores. A TourRadar traveler confirms: "The value was excellent - the hotels were great they were clean and had good food options. The hotel staff was consistently welcoming and helpful."

What is the average distance covered for a tour from Lima to Cusco?

The route covers roughly 1100 kilometers (685 miles) combining air and ground travel. A 90-minute flight connects Lima to Cusco while ground transport between the Sacred Valley Ollantaytambo and Machu Picchu adds 200-300 kilometers. According to a TourRadar traveler: "The logistics were handled seamlessly - from the 90-minute flight to Cusco to the train rides through the Sacred Valley and the bus transfers to Machu Picchu. The Journey was comfortable in modern vehicles and trains like the Vistadome or Expedition service to Machu Picchu."

What are the average tour lengths for trips from Lima to Cusco?

Most tours span 10-15 days allowing proper altitude adjustment while exploring key sites like Arequipa Colca Canyon and Lake Titicaca. A TourRadar traveler noted "The way that altitude was introduced gradually made the transition much easier". Popular itineraries like LimaTours' "The Richness of Southern Peru" typically allocate 2-3 nights in Lima 2 in Arequipa 2 at Lake Titicaca and 3-4 in Cusco with stays at properties like Tierra Viva Cusco or Jose Antonio Lima.

What are the most common destinations visited between Lima and Cusco?

The traditional route connects coastal Paracas and the Nazca Lines to colonial Arequipa's Santa Catalina Monastery. Then it's on to Colca Canyon for condor watching and Lake Titicaca's floating Uros Islands. A TourRadar traveler shares "A great trip hitting all the highlights of Southern Peru - the Condors at Colca Canyon Lake Titicaca and the floating islands Cusco the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu." Tours often include stays at premium properties like Aranwa Cusco Boutique or Casa Andina hotels.

Lima to Cusco Tours

Ever thought about exploring Lima's historic center and monuments, discovering the ancient Pucllana Pyramid in Lima, then touring Cusco's iconic sites including Sacsayhuaman? Experience a scenic train ride to Machu Picchu, explore the majestic ruins for yourself, and stand in awe at what you see. Peru won't disappoint.

10 best Lima to Cusco tour packages

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Ancient Wonders
10 Days Treasures of Southern Peru
5.0 (1 traveler review)
Duration
10 days
Destinations
Lima, Arequipa,Salinas and Aguada Blanca National Reserve,Canon del Colca,Chivay,Cruz del Cóndor,Maca,Yanque,Puno,Uros Reed Islands,Taquile Island,Pucara,Ruinas Rajchi,Andahuaylillas,Cusco,Saqsaywaman,Sacred Valley,Pisac,Urubamba,Ollantaytambo,Aguas Calientes,Machu Picchu+20 more
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Ages 10+
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Andes Mountains
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English, Spanish
Operator
Responsible Travel South America
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US$2,245per person
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6 Days Classical Peru
5.0 (1 traveler review)
"This tour is an excellent way for someone with limited time to get the best out of Peru."
Peter, traveled in September
Duration
6 days
Destinations
Lima, Cusco, Sacred Valley, Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu
Age Range
Ages 8+
Mountain
Andes MountainsMachu Picchu+1 more
Operated in
English, Spanish
Operator
Responsible Travel South America
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US$1,380per person
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The Total Peru Package: Cities, Deserts & Inca Ruins
5.0 (41 traveler reviews)
"I'd absolutely recommend this trip to anyone wanting to see peru who is short on time but still wants the overall experience."
Kate, traveled in April
Duration
11 days
Destinations
Lima, Huacachina, Nazca, Paracas, Ballestas Islands, Cusco,Saqsaywaman,Ollantaytambo,Inca Trail,Machu Picchu,Aguas Calientes,Rainbow Mountain+6 more
Age Range
Ages 18-35
Mountain
Andes Mountains
Operated in
English
Operator
G Adventures
15% Off
From $1,479
US$1,257per person
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Ancient Wonders
Peru Classic 7D-6N ( Lima, Nazca, Paracas, Cusco, City tour, Sacred valley, Machu Picchu )
5.0 (1 traveler review)
"We got to see a lot of the country, things we didn't know existed."
Axel, traveled in May
Duration
7 days
Destinations
Lima, Paracas, Ballestas Islands, Nazca, Ica, Huacachina,Cusco,Saqsaywaman,Chinchero,Moray,Maras,Urubamba,Ollantaytambo,Aguas Calientes,Machu Picchu+9 more
Age Range
Ages 5-66
Mountain
Andes Mountains
Operated in
English
Operator
CondeTravel
15% Off
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US$1,600per person
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Ancient Wonders
Peru: Lima, Cusco, Sacred Valley & Machu Picchu - 5 days
5.0 (1 traveler review)
"It was great adventure. I would gladly use the service this agency again."
Dariusz, traveled in March
Duration
5 days
Destinations
Lima, Cusco, Chinchero, Moray, Ollantaytambo, Machu Picchu
Age Range
Ages 2-50
Mountain
Andes MountainsMachu Picchu+1 more
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English, Spanish
Operator
Aborigen Tours
15% Off
From $3,299
US$2,804per person
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Ancient Wonders
5days - Lima – Cusco- Machu Picchu with local flight
4.5 (2 traveler reviews)
"Well organised and quick responses."
Daniel, traveled in November
Duration
5 days
Destinations
Lima, Cusco, Machu Picchu
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Mountain
Andes MountainsMachu Picchu+1 more
Operated in
English, Spanish
Operator
PVTravels
15% Off
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US$998per person
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Ancient Wonders
Solo-ish Peru
5.0 (1 traveler review)
"Everything was well planned and I was able to experience a lot of what Peru had to offer."
Swapna, traveled in September
Duration
9 days
Destinations
Lima, Cusco, Chinchero, Ollantaytambo, Sacred Valley, Pisac,Aguas Calientes,Machu Picchu,Rainbow Mountain+3 more
Age Range
Ages 18+
Mountain
Andes MountainsMachu Picchu+1 more
Operated in
English
Operator
G Adventures
20% Off
From $2,129
US$1,703per person
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Wonderful Peruvian South
4.9 (14 traveler reviews)
"The visitations to the different points of interest. The Machu Pichu."
DE, traveled in September
Duration
13 days
Destinations
Lima, Paracas National Reserve, Ballestas Islands, Nazca,Arequipa,Canon del Colca,Puno,Lake Titicaca,Cusco,Ollantaytambo,Machu Picchu+7 more
Age Range
Ages 12+
Mountain
Andes Mountains
Operated in
English, Spanish
Operator
LimaTours
10% Off
From $2,357
US$2,121per person
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Ancient Wonders
8 days Full South Peru :. Lima – Arequipa – Lake Titicaca - Cusco
4.5 (2 traveler reviews)
"Everything from the beginning to the end was very well organized. Highly recommended."
Giuseppe, traveled in March
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Lima, Arequipa, Chivay, Cruz del Cóndor, Yanque, Maca,Salinas and Aguada Blanca National Reserve,Puno,Uros Reed Islands,Taquile Island,Cusco,Aguas Calientes,Machu Picchu+7 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Mountain
Andes Mountains
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English, Spanish
Operator
PVTravels
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US$1,409per person
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Ancient Wonders
The Best of Southern Peru + Ballestas Islands, Ica - Huacachina Oasis & Nazca: Budget
4.0 (4 traveler reviews)
"which culminated in us paying for the extra day around Machu Picchu, to climb the harder and steep route up Huayna Picchu: which was exhilarating and well worth the effort!!"
Tony, traveled in February
Duration
14 days
Destinations
Lima, Paracas, Ica, Huacachina, Nazca, Arequipa, Chivay, Maca,Achoma,Yanque,Puno,Uros Reed Islands,Taquile Island,Pucara,Ruinas Rajchi,Andahuaylillas,Cusco,Moray,Maras,Pisac,Urubamba,Ollantaytambo,Aguas Calientes,Machu Picchu+16 more
Age Range
Ages 6+
Mountain
Andes Mountains
Operated in
English, Spanish
Operator
Peru Trek 4 Good
10% Off
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US$2,680per person
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Ancient Wonders
Inca Adventures – 7 Days (Lima, Paracas, Ica, Cusco, Machu Picchu & Rainbow Mountain) – With Domestic Flights
4.8 (238 traveler reviews)
"Very happy we did this trip with you guys, you're very organized"
Amare, traveled in April
Duration
7 days
Destinations
Lima, Miraflores, Paracas, Ica, Huacachina, Cusco, Chinchero,Moray,Maras,Ollantaytambo,Aguas Calientes,Machu Picchu,Huayna Picchu,Cusipata,Rainbow Mountain+8 more
Age Range
Ages 9+
Mountain
Andes Mountains
Operated in
English, Spanish
Operator
Waman Adventures
24% Off
From $1,890
US$1,437per person
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Peru With Machu Picchu (Classic)
5.0 (1 traveler review)
"Great tour from starr to finish!"
Marsha, traveled in September
Duration
10 days
Destinations
Lima, Cusco, Sacred Valley, Maras, Moray, Ollantaytambo,Machu Picchu,Aguas Calientes+2 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Mountain
Andes MountainsMachu Picchu+1 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Insight Vacations
10% Off
From $4,144
US$3,730per person
+$251 upfront costs
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Best of Peru
4.7 (38 traveler reviews)
"Excellent service by Lima Tours. The guides were excellent."
Prince, traveled in September
Duration
7 days
Destinations
Lima, Cusco, Moray, Maras, Sacred Valley, Aguas Calientes,Machu Picchu+1 more
Age Range
Ages 10+
Mountain
Andes MountainsMachu Picchu+1 more
Operated in
English, Spanish
Operator
LimaTours
10% Off
From $1,235
US$1,112per person
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Premium Peru (including Saqsaywaman)
4.5 (2 traveler reviews)
"Well organized, guide was amazing! Ollie tailored the trip slightly to meet the needs and desires of the two couples on the trip."
Deborah, traveled in June
Duration
9 days
Destinations
Lima, Puerto Maldonado, Cusco, Saqsaywaman, Urubamba,Ollantaytambo,Aguas Calientes,Machu Picchu+3 more
Age Range
Ages 15+
Regions
Andes MountainsMachu PicchuAmazonian Basin+2 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Intrepid Premium
10% Off
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US$6,470per person
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Ancient Wonders
Peru Highlights - 8 Days With Local Flights (Lima To Cusco And Cusco To Lima)
5.0 (6 traveler reviews)
"Well organized, expierienced drivers and guides, nice hotels in a good neighborhood."
Elisabeth, traveled in November
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Lima, Paracas, Ballestas Islands, Ica, Huacachina, Nazca,Cusco,Chinchero,Moray,Maras,Ollantaytambo,Aguas Calientes,Machu Picchu,Pisac+8 more
Age Range
Ages 10+
Mountain
Andes Mountains
Operated in
English, Spanish
Operator
Waman Adventures
10% Off
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US$2,899per person
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