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Peru Itineraries: 3, 5, 7, 10 & 14 Day Plans 2025
Complete Peru travel itineraries. Day-by-day plans for 3, 5, 7, 10, and 14 day trips with realistic schedules and booking links.
Planning your Peru trip means thinking about how much time you have, your budget, and which places you want to see. This guide shows you day-by-day plans for trips of different lengths, with real travel times and the best places to visit. Each plan includes helpful information about how to get around, where to stay, and important things to remember.
Best 7-Day Peru Itinerary: Classic Route
Day 1: Arrive in Lima
Land in Lima, take a taxi or Uber to Miraflores or Barranco. Rest after your flight, walk around the area, and try some great Peruvian food.
Day 2: Lima
Visit Lima's historic center, see the Larco Museum, and enjoy the amazing food scene.
Day 3: Fly to Cusco
Take a morning flight to Cusco. Rest and let your body get used to the high altitude. Take a slow walk around Plaza de Armas.
Day 4: Cusco and Sacred Valley
Explore more of Cusco or take a day trip to the Sacred Valley to see Pisac and Ollantaytambo. Keep taking it easy to get used to the altitude.
Day 5: Machu Picchu
Take an early train to Aguas Calientes, then visit Machu Picchu. You can return to Cusco the same day or stay overnight in Aguas Calientes.
Day 6: Cusco
See more of Cusco: visit Sacsayhuamán, Qorikancha, and San Pedro Market. Or go back to Machu Picchu for a second day, or visit more of the Sacred Valley.
Day 7: Leave Peru
Fly from Cusco back to Lima, then catch your international flight home, or stay longer if you want.
Book your trip:
- Flights: LATAM | Sky Airlines
- Machu Picchu train: PeruRail | Inca Rail
- Machu Picchu tickets: Official Machu Picchu Site
10-Day Peru Itinerary: Complete Travel Route
Days 1-2: Lima
Visit Lima's historic center, explore Miraflores and Barranco neighborhoods, and enjoy the amazing food.
Days 3-5: Cusco and Getting Used to Altitude
Fly to Cusco, take it easy to get used to the high altitude, and explore Cusco and nearby places like Sacsayhuamán and Qorikancha.
Day 6: Sacred Valley
Take a full-day tour of the Sacred Valley: see Pisac market and ruins, visit Ollantaytambo, Moray, and Maras.
Days 7-8: Machu Picchu
Take the train to Aguas Calientes, visit Machu Picchu (you can spend two days here or climb Huayna Picchu), then return to Cusco.
Day 9: Cusco
Your last day in Cusco. Explore markets, buy souvenirs, or take more tours if you want.
Day 10: Leave Peru
Fly from Cusco back to Lima, then catch your international flight home.
14-Day Peru Itinerary: Complete Travel Route
Days 1-2: Lima
Visit Lima's historic center, explore Miraflores and Barranco, and enjoy the amazing food scene.
Days 3-5: Cusco and Getting Used to Altitude
Fly to Cusco, take it easy to get used to the high altitude, and explore Cusco and nearby places.
Day 6: Sacred Valley
Take a full-day tour of the Sacred Valley: see Pisac, Ollantaytambo, Moray, and Maras.
Days 7-8: Machu Picchu
Take the train to Aguas Calientes, visit Machu Picchu. You can stay a second day or climb Huayna Picchu if you want.
Days 9-11: Arequipa and Colca Canyon
Take a bus or flight to Arequipa, explore the White City, and take a tour of Colca Canyon to see condors.
Days 12-13: Puno and Lake Titicaca
Take a bus to Puno, take a tour of Lake Titicaca to see the Uros Islands and Taquile. You can stay with a local family if you want.
Day 14: Leave Peru
Go back to Lima by bus or flight, then catch your international flight home.
Book transportation:
- Buses: Cruz del Sur | Oltursa
- See our complete transportation guide for more options
Short Peru Itineraries: 3-Day and 5-Day Travel Plans
3-Day Itinerary
This is very rushed and only works if you only want to see Machu Picchu. Day 1: Fly to Cusco and rest. Day 2: Visit Machu Picchu. Day 3: Go back to Lima.
Important: We don't recommend this because of the high altitude and not enough time.
5-Day Itinerary
Focus on Lima and Cusco/Machu Picchu. Day 1: Lima. Days 2-3: Cusco and getting used to the altitude. Day 4: Machu Picchu. Day 5: Leave Peru.
Note: This is rushed but possible if you don't have much time.
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Peru Travel Planning Tips: How to Plan Your Itinerary
- Give yourself time to get used to the altitude: Stay 2 to 3 days in Cusco before doing hard activities at high places.
- Remember travel takes time: Peru is a big country. Bus trips between cities can take 6 to 12 hours or more.
- Book things early: Machu Picchu tickets, train tickets, and popular tours should be booked months before you travel.
- Think about the dry season: May to September has the best weather for hiking and outdoor activities.
- Leave some extra time: Plan for delays, bad weather, or other unexpected changes.
Official booking sites:
- Machu Picchu: Official Machu Picchu Tickets
- Trains: PeruRail | Inca Rail
- Flights: LATAM | Sky Airlines
- Buses: Cruz del Sur | Oltursa
Frequently Asked Questions
How many days do I need for Peru?
The best amount of time for Peru is 7 to 10 days to visit Lima, Cusco, and Machu Picchu. If you want to see more places like the Sacred Valley, Arequipa, or other destinations, plan for 14 to 21 days. Shorter trips of 3 to 5 days are possible but will be very rushed and you can only see one or two places.
What is the best Peru itinerary for first-time visitors?
A good first-time Peru plan includes Lima (2 days), Cusco (2 to 3 days to get used to the altitude), Sacred Valley (1 to 2 days), and Machu Picchu (1 to 2 days). This 7 to 10 day plan shows you Peru's best places while giving you time to get used to the high altitude and enjoy the culture.
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