Location: Miraflores
Day 1 - 15 Jun 2019
Café de la Paz
Content: Grab some huevos benedictos for breakfast at this little cafe in Parque Kennedy
Inkan Milky Way Free Walking Tour
Content: Join a free walking tour to explore Downtown Lima
Huaca Pucllana
Content: Visit Huaca Pucllana a pre-Inca temple. The ruins are only accessible with a tour guide, they are approximately €4 per person
Location: Miraflores
Day 2 - 16 Jun 2019
Peru Hop
Content: We took the Peru Hop bus from Lima-Huacahina-Arequipa
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Day 2 - 16 Jun 2019
Islas Ballestas
Content: A beautiful stop at the Ballestas Islands. This is an additional 50 soles pp. This trip is totally worth it to see penguins, sea lions and some beautiful scenery
Location: Santiago de Surco
Day 2 - 16 Jun 2019
Huacachina
Content: Don’t miss this desert oasis during your trip to Peru. Enjoy a sand buggy experience or have a go at sand boarding. Top tip - walk to the dunes to enjoy the sunset and then dine at the Wild Olive If you want to party the night away head to the Wild Rover Hostel
Location: Ica
Day 3 - 17 Jun 2019
El Catador
Content: When you leave Huacachina Peru Hop will take you to El Catador winery for a tour and tasting. This place is super exposed so make sure you have your sun cream at the ready
Location: Nazca Province
Day 3 - 17 Jun 2019
Nazca Lines
Content: Get ready for a windy queue to climb the tall platform to catch a glimpse of the Nazca lines. I was a little underwhelmed but they are a must if you’re passing
Location: Arequipa
Day 4 - 18 Jun 2019
Arequipa
Content: Arrive in Arequipa after an overnight bus with Peru Hop. Arrange an early check in advance with your accommodation
Free Walking Tour Arequipa
Content: The perfect way to get a feel of this incredible city. Bring some cash to tip your tour guide
Location: Cercado De Arequipa
Day 4 - 18 Jun 2019
Las Gringas
Content: Grab lunch at this incredible restaurant in a cosy courtyard
Location: Arequipa
Day 4 - 18 Jun 2019
Puente bolognesi
Content: After some alpaca wool shopping take a walk to the Puente Bolognesi Bridge and enjoy the views of the El Misti volcano
Plaza de Armas Arequipa
Content: Spend happy hour on the terrace of the Casa Andina hotel and enjoy these stunning views of the Basicila Cathedral de Arequipa
Location: Cercado De Arequipa
Day 4 - 18 Jun 2019
Zig Zag
Content: Do not miss this place! The food and service are absolutely incredible and I could not recommend this place enough. If you want to try Alpaca or Guinea pig, this is the place to do it
Location: Arequipa
Day 5 - 19 Jun 2019
Mundo Alpaca
Content: Alpaca world. Here you can pet and feed Alpacas and Llamas and learn how the wool is dyed with grains, plants and even insects! Pick yourself up an Alpaca jumper from Sol
Location: Cercado De Arequipa
Day 5 - 19 Jun 2019
Hatunpa
Content: Head to this restaurant for lunch and try Peru’s multi-coloured potatoes
Location: Yanahuara District
Day 5 - 19 Jun 2019
Yanahuara District
Content: Spend the afternoon exploring Yanahuara and soaking up the sunshine
Location: Arequipa
Day 5 - 19 Jun 2019
Santa Catalina Monastery
Content: The tour is 2 hours long and tickets start from £10.80 pp. Hire one of the information guides at the entrance to make the most of the experience. Visit 5pm-7:30pm Tuesday or Wednesday for a tour by candlelight
Kao Thai and Peruvian Cuisine
Content: Peru is famous for ‘Chifa’ which is Asian-fusion cuisine and it is delicious. Here we discovered satay noodles and now we make this dish almost every week. You should be able to walk in for a table but may wish to book to avoid disappointment
Location: Arequipa
Day 6 - 20 Jun 2019
Peruvian Cooking Experience
Content: A wonderful experience at the Casa de Avila hotel to learn how to cook like a Peruvian
Katari Hotel At Plaza De Armas
Content: Soak in the sunset and the incredible views on the rooftop of the Katari Hotel
Chachani
Content: Fancy a challenge? Climb the highest stratovolvano in Southern Peru at 6,075m above sea level. You can embark on a 1 /2 day trek
Location: Chivay
Day 6 - 20 Jun 2019
Colca Canyon
Content: Join an excursion to visit the Colca Canyon. You can book through Peru Hop or there are numerous excursion providers in the centre of Arequipa. There 1-3 day trips to choose from both from hiking lovers and haters
Location: Cusco
Day 7 - 21 Jun 2019
La Rabona
Content: Arrive in Cusco and enjoy breakfast at La Rabona. This tiny cafe only has 3 tables so you may need to wait but it is worth it of
Inkan Milky Way Cusco, Free Walking Tour
Content: Join a free walking tour and explore Cusco learning about the main attractions and the history of the ‘belly button of the world’
Mirador desde el Cristo Blanco
Content: Take a walk up to see the Cristo Blanco and Sacsayhuaman. Cristo Blanco is free but you do need to pay to see Sacsayhuaman
Hanz craft beer & restaurant
Content: A great place for burgers and beers and with a great view of the main square in Cusco. This is perfect especially if there is a festival on
Location: Quispicanchi Province
Day 8 - 22 Jun 2019
Vinicunca
Content: Rainbow Mountain is a must when in Cusco but it is not for the faint hearted. It’s a 3am start and although the hike isn’t the toughest, the altitude really takes it’s toll. Make sure you have properly acclimatised in Cusco before taking this excursion
Location: Cusco
Day 8 - 22 Jun 2019
Pachapapa
Content: This lovely restaurant is in the San Blas trendy part of town. You can sit in the Courtyard and enjoy some traditional Peruvian food. We had Alpaca bad Lomo Saltado which is fried beef with rice and fries
Location: Cusco
Day 9 - 23 Jun 2019
San Pedro Market
Content: Explore San Pedro market and the local produce of Cusco
Three Monkeys Coffee Cusco
Content: Grab lunch at Monkey Coffee. Great beer, great sandwiches and some trendy clothing you can purchase too
Museo Casa Concha
Content: Visit the Machu Picchu museum and learn all about the history
Location: Nuevo Mundo
Day 9 - 23 Jun 2019
Nuevo Mundo
Content: Enjoy a drink at Nuevo Mundo and then dinner at La Bodega
Location: Aguas Calientes
Day 10 - 24 Jun 2019
INCA TRAIL
Content: Day 1 of the Inca Trail will ease you into the trek. With around 5-6 hours of hiking this is a great way to start
Location: Aguas Calientes
Day 11 - 25 Jun 2019
INCA TRAIL
Content: Day 2 is the most strenuous day as you make your way up to ‘dead women’s pass’. The morning walk is around 5-6 hours and the afternoon around 4-5 hours. The toughest part is after lunch as you climb up to the pass at 4215m
Location: Aguas Calientes
Day 12 - 26 Jun 2019
INCA TRAIL
Content: Day 3 is the longest day in terms of distance covered but a lot more manageable with less big hills to climb
Location: Cusco
Day 13 - 27 Jun 2019
Inca Trail to Machu Picchu
Content: Day 4 is an early start to reach the sun gate where you catch your first view of Machu Picchu. Congratulations you made it!
Location: Cusco
Day 14 - 28 Jun 2019
JC's Cafe
Content: Enjoy breakfast here. I recommend Huevos Rancheros. If you’re looking for a sweet treat there’s cabinets with cakes galore km
Location: Santa Anita
Day 14 - 28 Jun 2019
Koricancha
Content: Visit the most important temple in the Inca Empire
Location: Cusco
Day 14 - 28 Jun 2019
LIMBUS RESTOBAR
Content: Have a drink and enjoy the view at this rooftop bar
Cicciolina
Content: Enjoy some tapas at this beautiful restaurant
Location: Barranco
Day 15 - 29 Jun 2019
Barranco
Content: Arrive in Barranco and explore
LA73
Content: Enjoy dinner at this delicious restaurant and make sure you finish with the Churros
Ayahuasca
Content: This place is a must in Barranco. A swanky bar selling delicious cocktails. Not to be missed
Location: Barranco
Day 16 - 30 Jun 2019
La Bodega Verde
Content: Grab breakfast. I’d recommend the deconstructed avocado and chicken sandwich
Bridge of Sighs
Content: Spend the day exploring Barranco: visit the Bridge of Sighs, colourful houses, Frederick Villarreal Park and walk to the Pacific Ocean
Barranco Beer Company
Content: Grab a beer at the Barranco beer company and some food before the flight home