Things to do in Peru
Lima City Tour21 optionsMachu Picchu Rail Tours58 optionsNazca Lines Tours11 optionsLima Museums Attractions31 optionsRainbow Mountain Tours7 optionsInca Trail Tours11 optionsCusco Walking Tour94 optionsUros Floating Islands Tours22 optionsCity Tour Cusco18 optionsMiraflores Tour56 optionsFood Tour Lima43 optionsLima Walking Tour71 options
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Inca Trail 4-Day Trek to Machu Picchu & Vistadome Train★ 4.99 (11,477) · 4d
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Day Tour from Lima: Paracas, Huacachina & Pisco Vineyard★ 4.91 (6,564) · 18h
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Paracas & Huacachina Day Trip: Ballestas Islands, Pisco Tasting★ 4.88 (9,504) · 16h
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Cusco: Sacred Valley Day Trip & Ollantaytambo with Lunch★ 4.96 (5,605) · 10hUS$ 51View ›
Machu Picchu: 4-Day Inca Trail Trek & Panoramic Train Ride★ 4.98 (5,438) · 4dUS$ 697View ›
Cusco: Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu 5-Day Small Group★ 4.99 (5,179) · 5dUS$ 760View ›
Machu Picchu: Short Inca Trail Hike & Guided Tour 2D/1N★ 4.99 (4,052) · 2dUS$ 585View ›
Rainbow Mountain & Red Valley: Full Day Hike with Cusco Pickup★ 4.90 (3,961) · 12hUS$ 24View ›
Cusco: 4-Day Salkantay Trek & Machu Picchu with Sky Camp★ 4.97 (3,862) · 4dUS$ 695View ›
Humantay Lake Day Trip from Cusco: 4,250m Hike & Sacred Mountain★ 4.90 (3,161) · 15hUS$ 24View ›Top rated (10)
Lima: Sandboarding & 4x4 Dune Ride with Pickup & GearYou’ll feel the ocean breeze in Punta Hermosa before racing over wild dunes by 4x4 with a local guide who knows every bump and curve. Try sandboarding on both small and big slopes (gear included), laugh at your wipeouts, grab fruit and water along the way — and leave with sandy shoes plus photos you’ll actually want to show people.
Horseback riding Cusco: Temple of the Moon with anthropologistA 4-hour horseback tour of Cusco led by a professional anthropologist explores the Temple of the Moon, Chuki Marka, and Inkilltambo—hidden archaeological sites most travelers never reach. Limited to 5 guests, the tour includes hotel pickup, all entrance fees, safety gear, water, and expert guidance on Andean cosmovision and ritual practices. English-speaking guide; children welcome from age 8.Is it for me?This tour is built for travelers who want to understand Andean cosmovision and sacred sites from an anthropologist's perspective rather than a standard script, and who are comfortable on horseback for 4 hours at high altitude. The 5-person limit and timing of visits ensure you experience the Temple of the Moon and hidden sites in a quiet, intimate atmosphere—the opposite of the crowded main routes.
Cusco: Machu Picchu Bike, Raft & Jungle Trek 4-DayYou bike down a mountain, paddle a river, walk across a cable car, soak in hot springs, trek through jungle on ancient Inca paths, zipline across a canyon, and finish with a guided tour of Machu Picchu—all in four days with a small group, expert bilingual guide, and all meals included. The return train ticket and transport from Aguas Calientes back to Cusco are part of the package, so you don't arrange those separately.Is it for me?Best for travelers who want to reach Machu Picchu but find the standard trek repetitive—the mix of biking, rafting, zipline, and hot springs means you're rarely doing the same thing twice, and the small-group format with a bilingual guide handles all logistics so you just show up and move through the itinerary.
Textile Workshop in Cusco: Make a Bracelet with Natural DyesA half-day textile workshop in Cusco where you clean raw wool, dye it with natural pigments from plants and insects, then knit your own bracelet using ancient techniques. The experience includes a traditional Andean lunch with quinoa soup and seasonal dishes, plus time with alpacas and llamas in the Andes foothills. Children from age 3 are welcome, and the workshop is wheelchair accessible.Is it for me?The guide leads in English or Spanish, so you can follow the instruction comfortably in whichever language works for you. This half-day format fits travelers who want to learn a craft and eat well without committing a full day, and it works for families with children from age 3 up.
Machu Picchu Half-Day Private Tour from CuscoYou meet your bilingual guide in Aguas Calientes, enter Machu Picchu with a reserved ticket, and spend three hours exploring the terraces and ruins with someone who knows the site's history, ecology, and engineering. The shuttle bus is included; your guide handles the ticket logistics if you're booking last-minute. You return to Aguas Calientes by early afternoon.Is it for me?Right for travelers on a tight schedule who want expert insight without a full-day commitment, or for those booking within two months who need help navigating the last-minute ticket system — the guide's presence in Aguas Calientes is what makes a same-day or next-day arrival possible.
Lima Street Food Tour: Historic Center Markets & Chinatown BitesYou’ll taste your way through Lima’s historic center on a street food tour led by locals who actually live here — from lucuma juice in crowded markets to siu mae dumplings in Chinatown and classic pan con pejerrey sandwiches on noisy corners. Expect laughter, new flavors, quick lessons in history (and Spanish), plus all your tastings and transport included.
Lima Airport Transfer: Private Car & Meet-and-Greet ServiceYou get picked up at Jorge Chavez Airport with a sign bearing your name, luggage assistance, and a direct ride in a private air-conditioned car to your Lima hotel. The driver tracks your flight in real time, so there's no waiting around if you're delayed. On departure, the same service runs in reverse—hotel pickup, no surprises on price, door-to-door delivery. Book this if you want to skip the taxi negotiation and arrive calm.Is it for me?Book this if you land in Lima with luggage and want to skip the taxi line and price negotiation—the driver waits at arrivals with your name, the vehicle is ready, and the fare is fixed before you get in.
Machu Picchu 2-Day Trek from Cusco: Inca Trail & SunriseYou get picked up from your Cusco hotel, train to the trailhead at km 104, walk 15 kilometers over two days through Inca ruins and mountain passes, sleep one night in Aguas Calientes with a hot shower, and reach Machu Picchu at dawn before the crowds arrive. Transport, meals, a professional guide, and entry are all included. Book 2–3 months in advance to secure tickets.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want Machu Picchu without committing to a 4-day trek, and who can plan 2–3 months ahead to secure tickets. The moderate pace and guided structure mean you're not navigating logistics or timing yourself — the trade-off is an early start and a full day of walking, which is exactly what gets you to the site before the crowds.
Machu Picchu Day Trip from Cusco: Private Tour & Scenic TrainYou’ll start early with hotel pickup in Cusco and catch a scenic train through mountain valleys before exploring Machu Picchu with a local guide who brings its stories alive. Walk ancient terraces, touch Inca stones, and take in those cloud-wrapped views before heading back by bus and train — feeling changed in ways you can’t quite explain.
Salkantay Trek Cusco: 5 Days Machu Picchu & Glass CabinsYou hike five days from Cusco through the Andes to Machu Picchu, sleeping in glass cabins, glass domes, and a hobbit house built into the jungle. The trek includes all meals, an English-speaking guide, a personal porter, entry fees to three sites, and the train ride back. You need moderate fitness — the highest point is 4,630 meters and the longest day is eight hours of hiking — but the pace is built around acclimatization and the accommodations between days are genuinely comfortable.Is it for me?Book this if you want to reach Machu Picchu without arranging your own transport, permits, or guides — the five-day structure and small-group format mean you hike at a sustainable pace and sleep in real beds between days, which is what makes high altitude feel manageable rather than punishing.
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Miraflores to Lima Airport: Shared Transfer & WiFiYou're picked up from your Miraflores hotel or apartment and driven to Lima Airport in a modern, air-conditioned van with WiFi and room for your luggage. The driver confirms arrival via WhatsApp, the journey takes around an hour depending on traffic, and your fare is fixed before you book — no negotiating at the curb or worrying about surge pricing.Is it for me?Book this if you're staying in Miraflores and want to skip arranging a taxi or negotiating a price at the curb — the fixed per-person rate and door-to-door pickup mean you know exactly what you're paying and when the van will arrive.
Lima Airport to Miraflores: Door-to-Door Shared TransferYou get picked up at arrivals with your name on a tablet, ride in a modern air-conditioned van with WiFi, and get dropped at your exact hotel or apartment address in Miraflores within an hour. If your flight is delayed or early, you can switch shuttles free of charge. The price is fixed before you land, and you're insured the whole way.Is it for me?Book this if you land in Lima and want to reach Miraflores without arranging a taxi, negotiating a fare, or waiting for a shuttle that drops you blocks away from your hotel—the fixed price and door-to-door service mean you go straight from the airport to your room.
Lima Airport to Miraflores: Express Bus & WiFiYou board a full-size luxury coach equipped with AC, free WiFi, USB charging, and TV. Your luggage — however much you have — goes into unlimited storage with no weight fees. The bus takes you directly from Lima Airport to Miraflores, the safest and most hotel-rich district, with GPS security and on-board cameras tracking the entire route. No baggage negotiations, no surprises at the hotel desk.Is it for me?Book this if you're landing in Lima with luggage and want to reach Miraflores without arranging a private transfer or haggling over baggage fees — the fixed route and included amenities mean you move straight from the airport to your hotel district without surprises.
Lima Airport to Miraflores: Express Bus with WiFi & No Baggage LimitsYou board at Lima Airport, settle into a reclining seat with free WiFi and USB charging, and ride to your Miraflores hotel with no baggage weight limits or surprise fees. Security cameras and GPS tracking run throughout. The bus departs every 30 minutes, operates 24/7, and the fixed price is set before you board — no negotiation at arrivals.Is it for me?Choose this if you're landing in Lima with luggage and want to reach Miraflores without arranging a private transfer or negotiating with taxis — the fixed price and no-baggage-limits policy remove both the cost surprise and the packing anxiety.
Cusco Airport Transfer: Hotel Pickup & Timely Drop-OffYou’ll get picked up right at your Cusco hotel by a local driver who knows every shortcut and side street. The transfer is calm and unhurried, giving you time to breathe before your flight out of Alejandro Velasco Astete Airport. With flexible timing and easy booking, you can focus on your goodbye instead of logistics.
Cusco Airport to Hotel: Stress-Free Arrival Transfer 24/7You’ll step off your flight in Cusco and spot your name on a sign—no taxi scramble or language worries. A local meets you right after customs and takes you straight to your hotel in private comfort. Ask questions or just watch city life roll by; either way, you start your Peru trip feeling cared for instead of frazzled.
Arequipa Walking Tour: Historic Centre & Alpaca TextilesYou walk through Arequipa's downtown with a local guide, starting at Plaza de Armas and moving through the UNESCO-listed historic centre. You visit Mundo Alpaca to see how alpaca textiles are made with natural dyes, taste Peruvian chocolate and tea during a break, pass through the oldest colonial neighborhood, and finish on a rooftop watching the sunset over the city and volcanoes. Snacks are included, and the whole tour takes a half-day.Is it for me?Right for anyone spending an afternoon in Arequipa who wants to understand the city's history and culture without arranging transport or a separate guide—the walking pace and local knowledge handle both at once.
Arequipa Historic Center Walking Tour: Small Group HistoryA small group walking tour through Arequipa's historic center led by a professional guide in English or Spanish, covering the Plaza de Armas, La Compañía Church, San Camilo Market, Mundo Alpaca and the old neighborhoods where the city began. The tour runs 2 to 3 hours on foot through the city center, with entrance fees included; you stay on the ground instead of riding through, so the details of the streets and buildings stay visible. A guide tip at the end supports the upkeep of the sites you visit.Is it for me?Book this if you want a walking introduction to Arequipa's architecture and history on your first day—the small group and slow pace let you absorb details, while the guide navigates entrances and routes so you focus on what you're seeing.
Lima Bike Rental Half-Day & Self-Guided Route MapPedal your way through Lima’s colorful neighborhoods with a half-day bike rental—map, helmet, and lock included. You’ll discover local street art in Barranco, catch sea breezes along the Malecón, and get real tips from friendly staff—moments you’ll remember long after you return your bike.
Cusco: Cochahuasi Animal Sanctuary Entry & Rescue StoriesYou’ll walk among rescued condors, llamas, and even spectacled bears at Cochahuasi Animal Sanctuary near Cusco. A local guide shares each animal’s story—some funny, some tough—and you’ll get closer than you expect. Expect laughter, maybe a lump in your throat, plus plenty of time to ask questions or just watch quietly.
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Lima City Tour: Miraflores, Barranco & Larco MuseumA full-day guided tour of Lima for cruise passengers starting and ending at the Port of Callao, covering Miraflores' coastal landmarks, Barranco's artistic streets, and the Larco Museum's pre-Columbian and erotic art collections. The guide speaks English or Spanish, pickup is included, and the itinerary leaves a lunch break free in Barranco. Not suitable for travelers with cardiovascular concerns or limited mobility.Is it for me?Book this if your ship docks for a full day—the tour departs and returns on a fixed schedule that syncs with typical cruise timings, so you're not coordinating your own logistics.
Uros Floating Islands tour from Puno: 3 hours on Lake TiticacaA 3-hour boat tour from Puno to the Uros Floating Islands on Lake Titicaca, where you meet Uros families and learn how they've built their homes and community on totora, an aquatic plant. The tour includes round-trip boat transport from the port, a bilingual guide, hotel pickup from the city center, and entry to the islands; you can also ride a traditional totora raft for an extra fee. Small groups mean you spend time with local families instead of moving through crowds.Is it for me?Small groups mean you spend time with Uros families and their crafts instead of moving through a crowd, and the 3-hour length fits easily into a morning or afternoon without eating your whole day in Puno.
Miraflores Food Tasting & Chocolate Workshop: Six Stops in LimaA food tasting activity in Miraflores, Lima where you visit six restaurants and market stalls, taste over 15 Peruvian dishes, and make chocolate at ChocoMuseo during a hands-on workshop. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, along with a professional guide in English, Spanish or Portuguese. The experience runs three to four hours and welcomes children from age one.Is it for me?Book this if you want to taste Peruvian food while walking through Miraflores and making chocolate at the museum workshop, rather than sitting through a presentation or tasting from a single restaurant.
Rafting in Arequipa: White water in Chilina ValleyRafting in Arequipa's Chilina Valley is a four-hour white water adventure where you navigate the rapids with a professional guide, private transport and basic snacks included. Children from age 12 are welcome; guides speak English, Spanish, Italian, French and Portuguese. The operator's strength is river tourism with high safety standards and personalized service.Is it for me?Book this if you want to paddle the rapids yourself rather than sit as a passenger—the Chilina Valley is where you make the decisions about line and timing, which is what turns a boat ride into an activity. The four-hour window fits an afternoon free, and the volcanoes on the horizon mean you're not just looking at water.
Lima: Huaca Pucllana & Larco Museum Private TourYou'll see a pre-Inca pyramid in the middle of Lima, walk through its on-site museum, then spend time in the Larco Museum's collection of 45,000 pre-Columbian pieces—ceramics, textiles, gold and more. A private guide explains the history and context; your hotel pickup and both entry tickets are included. The whole day is arranged, so you show up and the rest is handled.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want Lima's archaeology and art in one day without arranging transport or tickets—the private guide and included entries mean you move at your own pace and skip the logistics.
Miraflores Walking Tour & Lima Food Experience: Pisco tasting includedA six- to seven-hour guided walking and food tour of Lima that starts in Miraflores with Pacific Ocean views and the Malecón, then moves through the Central Market and Chinatown using public transport to taste seasonal fruits, ceviche, anticuchos, Chaufa rice, Siu Mai, churros and Pisco. The guide speaks English or Spanish and children are welcome from age six. Extra meals and drinks are available at checkout.Is it for me?This is a shared group tour led by a guide, so you follow the itinerary and pace rather than setting your own. It suits travelers who want to see both Miraflores and central Lima's food culture in one day without arranging transport or finding restaurants themselves—the guide handles the stops and the stories. If you prefer a private guide or want to linger longer at any one market stall, ask about customizing the experience at checkout.
Marcahuasi hike from Lima: Stone formations and Andean cultureThis guided hike explores Marcahuasi, a high-altitude plateau in the Andes east of Lima, combining a four-hour trek through stone formations, ancient chullpas and geological landmarks with stops in two traditional mountain villages. The day includes organic avocado tasting in Santa Eulalia, fresh local fruits from San Pedro de Casta farmers, round-trip hotel transport from Lima, and entrance to the plateau. Your guide speaks English, Spanish, Italian, French or other languages and shares the history, geology and cultural traditions of the region throughout the hike.Is it for me?Choose this if you want a guided hike with cultural stops included in one itinerary, rather than booking transport and village visits separately.
