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Peru 12 days
Next departure Sat, 07 Jun 2025
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$1,875
Deposit from $104
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What's included

  • 9 nights accommodation in shared bedrooms

    9 nights accommodation in shared bedrooms

  • 10 breakfasts (of which 4 packed breakfast due to early departure)

    10 breakfasts (of which 4 packed breakfast due to early departure)

  • 1 night bus
    1 night bus
  • Domestic flight from Cuzco to Lima

    Domestic flight from Cuzco to Lima

  • A fabulous boat excursion (with local guide) among the islands of the highest navigable lake in the world: Titicaca

    A fabulous boat excursion (with local guide) among the islands of the highest navigable lake in the world: Titicaca

  • Local Experience: Overnight homestay with local families who live on Lake Titicaca

    Local Experience: Overnight homestay with local families who live on Lake Titicaca

  • Trekking to the Colca Canyon with guide included on day 4

    Trekking to the Colca Canyon with guide included on day 4

  • Full board on Lake Titicaca

    Full board on Lake Titicaca

  • Minibus on days 2, 4-7 and 9-10

    Minibus on days 2, 4-7 and 9-10

  • Round trip train from Ollantaytambo to Machu Picchu
    Round trip train from Ollantaytambo to Machu Picchu
  • Must See: entrance to Machu Picchu

    Must See: entrance to Machu Picchu

  • Must See: Rainbow Mountain excursion with equipped local guide and lunch included

    Must See: Rainbow Mountain excursion with equipped local guide and lunch included

  • Travel Coordinator services
    Travel Coordinator services
  • Free cancellation with 100% refund up to 31 days before departure

    Free cancellation with 100% refund up to 31 days before departure

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FAQs – Frequently Asked Questions
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Itinerary

day 1

Welcome to Peru!

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Check-in: the adventure begins in Lima
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Roundtrip flights or transportation to reach the destination are not included in the package, so you can decide from where and when you want to leave! This gives you complete freedom of choice to adjust your travel itinerary to your needs.

Check-in Hotel check-in in Lima and welcome meeting. We spend the afternoon visiting the modern capital of Peru, the cultural and economic centre of the country. In addition to its historic centre, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Lima offers picturesque residential neighbourhoods overlooking the Pacific ocean - we explore the surroundings and then go for dinner to kick off this journey. Cheers to us!

Included: overnight stay, packed breakfast (due to early departure)

Not included: airport transfer, food and drinks

day 2

The Paracas National Reserve and the Ballestas Islands

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Towards the desert
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Our journey starts in the best way: we say goodbye to the capital and reach the National Reserve of Paracas by bus. As soon as we arrive we immediately understand the origin of the name ("para" means storm, "aca" means sand). We are in a vast, desert area, overlooking the ocean, with very strong gusts of wind that make it wild and impressive. We explore the reserve, with its almost otherworldly landscapes, and then we take an excursion to the nearby Ballestas Islands.

The Peruvian Galapagos
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The Ballestas Islands are considered the Peruvian Galapagos thanks to their particular ecosystem: here there are several animal species, such as penguins, sea lions and various birds. The excursion lasts about two hours so we'll have the chance to make new friends - if we are lucky, we'll also meet the friendly dolphins. Once back on the mainland, there's a bus waiting for us: we reach Ica, where we'll finally have time to enjoy our dinner! But we won't be late as we'll get on our night bus, which will take us straight to Arequipa while we fall asleep.

Included: night bus from Ica to Arequipa, private transfer from Lima - Paracas - Ica

Money Pot: admission fees and excursions

Not included: food and beverages

day 3

Arequipa, a UNESCO heritage site

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Welcome to Arequipa
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Finally, we arrive in Arequipa, the famous white city declared a World Heritage Site by Unesco. It lies at the foot of the majestic El Misti volcano, 19101 ft tall. After our night trip, we'll have time to recover once we arrive at the accommodation. All we need is a nice shower, a nap and we are as fresh as daisies, ready to explore the white city.

Let’s visit the city
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In the afternoon we begin to get used to the altitude and visit the historic center such as the Santa Catalina Monastery, dating back to 1580, which covers 215278 square ft. An entire neighborhood that makes this convent the largest religious building in Peru! The sunset is undoubtedly the best time to be here and admire the view of the city. Now it's time for dinner. Shall we taste the cuy? You know, it's not for everyone, but since we're here...

Included: overnight stay, packed breakfast (due to early departure)

Money Pot: local transport and admission fees

Not included: food and beverages

day 4

Chivay towards the Colca Canyon for a high altitude trekking exprience

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Let's go
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We leave Arequipa around 4 am heading towards Chivay, at 12,000 ft above sea level, the gateway to the Colca Canyon. The trip takes about 5 hours and winds along the Salinas y Aguada Blanca National Reserve, so...let's make the most of it by taking many photos during our breaks! Llamas, alpacas and majestic smoky volcanoes await us along the way. We take a quick bite for breakfast, then we are headed to the first high altitude hike. After 40 minutes we reach the summit above the Cruz del Condor. As the name implies, if we arrive early enough and the weather is nice, we'll be able to admire these immense predatory animals flying over our heads! IMPORTANT: We'll reach 16400 ft along the way. Just remember that everyone reacts differently to altitude. Severe dizziness, wheezing and even vomiting may occur. Would you like to avoid the so-called altitude sickness? Don't worry, we can easily sort this out by buying adequate medicines for altitude sickness prevention. We arrive in Chivay in the afternoon where we slowly get used to the altitude. So why not make the most out of it by visiting the historic centre and its characteristic market? We are in!

Included: overnight stay, packed breakfast (due to early departure), local transports and local guide

Not included: food and beverages

day 5

Lake Titicaca and Mirador de Los Volcanes

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Lake Titicaca
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We set off to the largest freshwater basin in South America: ladies and gentlemen let me introduce Lake Titicaca! It takes about 5 hours to get to this magical lake, but we promise - it will be worth it! To kill the time, we can take some nice group photos at the Mirador de Los Volcanes! When we arrive in Puno, the locals will welcome us with a delicious family dinner: we'll be able to try out some specialities of the local cuisine. What a perfect way to get to know the locals, ask questions about their habits and traditions, play with the children and...why not? Get to know the most traditional and colourful Peruvian dance!

Included: private transports and local guide full board with an overnight homestay with breakfast in the local community

day 6

Exploring the Uros Islands and Taquile

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Uros Islands and Taquile
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Today we visit the artificial and floating islands of Uros, and then Taquile, an island located at 13123 ft. With just over 2,000 inhabitants, here we'll get the chance to know the local traditions a bit better. An example? Men, once married, wear a different coloured hat.

Towards the Rainbow Mountain!

And for the bravest...let's take a dive into the highest navigable lake in the world! Then, we return to Puno and hit the road to our next stop: the Rainbow Mountain!

Included: overnight stay, packed breakfast (due to early departure), private transports, excursions to Uros and Taquile and lunch

Money Pot: admission fees

Not included: other food and beverages

day 7

Trekking to the Rainbow Mountain and on the way to Cuzco

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Hiking day
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We have a little confession to make: today’s gonna be the most beautiful and challenging day! The Rainbow Mountains will literally leave us breathless: a trek like this is generally easy... but things are different here! Guess why? We'll reach 17060 ft! The Rainbow Mountains, located not far from Cuzco at 17060 ft, are a real miracle of nature, discovered a few years ago when the snow melted, revealing the natural beauty of the rock beneath.

On the road to Cuzco

After this hike, we return to the base to have some food - the effort was huge but the landscape has definitely rewarded us. Now we are ready for a 3-hour transfer to reach the most beautiful city in Peru, Cuzco.

Included: overnight stay, breakfast, private transports, guided Rainbow Mountain excursion and picnic lunch

Not included: other food and beverages

day 8

Cuzco: discovering the city

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History and more...
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Today we take it easy: we can visit the historic districts of Cuzco and its ancient colonial Cathedral. Or we can go for a stroll along the narrow Inca alleys and the picturesque San Pedro market.

Included: overnight stay, breakfast

Money Pot: admission fees and local transports

Not included: food and beverages

day 9

The Sacred Valley of the Incas and other wonders

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The Sacred Valley of the Incas

Today we get lost in the enchanting Sacred Valley of the Incas, where archaeological, historical and folkloristic evidence of the ancient Inca civil settlements are enclosed.

Chinchero
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That's the perfect example of a town built entirely by the Inca - the walls are made with large blocks of stone cut and perfectly overlapping. Thanks to the panoramic tour of the walls, we can appreciate the surrounding green meadows with numerous grazing animals, the eucalyptus woods and the shapes of the glaciers from afar. After this stroll, it's time to stop at a local market. Here we can sip different types of lightly alcoholic drinks, cheers! If we are hungry, we can taste the traditional foods prepared by the locals in the typical pots.

Maras
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The traditional village nestled in the heart of a cultivated valley at 11154 ft above sea level, where we'll admire the particular colonial church. Let's take a look inside to appreciate some Cusqueña canvases. Going down, we come across the beautiful salt flats: 3,000 tiny pools arranged on terraces and filled with saltwater.

Moray
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This archaeological complex was the world's first agricultural research centre and is believed to have been used by the Incas to study the effects of different climatic conditions on crops.In fact, it has two gigantic circular depressions, about 164 ft deep, used by the Incas to acclimate the seeds of cereals and potatoes to the Andean altitudes.

Finally, Ollantaytambo!
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It is a mountain fortress that features structures built with mammoth blocks of granite positioned in line, the Wall of the Living Rock, the Temple of the Condor and the huge military fortress.In the late afternoon, we leave Ollantaytambo for Aguas Calientes: we can finally relax and have an easy peasy evening waiting for the next stop...Machu Picchu!

Included: overnight stay, breakfast, train to Aguas Calientes, transport

Money Pot: local transports and excursions from Cuzco to Ollantaytambo, guide for Sacred Valley

Not included: food and beverages

Today and tomorrow we travel with a small backpack with only the necessary personal belongings. We will retrieve our travel backpacks when we return.

day 10

Machu Picchu: on the top of the world

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Welcome to Machu Picchu
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We have an early alarm today and we are ready for the greatest Peruvian adventure! We take the shuttle that will take us along a zigzagging path to the gates of the archaeological site of Machu Picchu in just 30 minutes. Describing what awaits us is impossible: this city has been lost for centuries, and today we can see this incredible wonder nestled between the Andean peaks.

Peruvian dinner

After enjoying Machu Picchu from every angle, in the late afternoon we return to Cuzco. Here it is possible to stroll and choose where to spend the evening among bars, cafes, sandwich bars, restaurants, disco and karaoke, many of which stay open until dawn to spend a well-deserved evening in good company!

Included: overnight stay, breakfast, transport and visit to the archaeological site of Machu Picchu

Money pot: Machu Picchu guide

Not included: food and beverages

* There are 3 different types of entry ticket to Machu Picchu which give access to different viewpoints and/or areas of the archeological site (circuit 1, 2, 3). Depending on availability, the type of ticket included in the package may differ between groups, and in some cases within the group. The Travel Coordinator will share with the group in the WhatsApp chat the type of ticket booked.

day 11

Back to Lima

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Let's relax
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With a domestic flight, we say goodbye to Cuzco and return to the capital Lima. We leave our backpacks in the accommodation and we are ready to fully enjoy this last day in Peru. Where do we start? The ideal place to start breathing the historical atmosphere is Plaza Mayor, where Francisco Pizarro founded the city in 1535, making it the oldest square. Its grandeur is reflected in the buildings that surround it, such as the Palacio del Gobierno, the Palacio Arzobispal and the Cathedral.

Modernity and culture

We conclude this incredible journey with dinner: we shared a unique adventure that we'll always remember. Peru is like this: once it gets inside you, it never leaves. Let's drink to this country and us!

Included: overnight stay, breakfast, domestic flight from Cuzco to Lima

Money Pot: local transport and entrance fees

Not included: food and beverages

day 12

Goodbye Peru

Check-out and goodbye
Time to say goodbye: see you in your next WeRoad adventure!

Not included: airport transfer, food and drinks

End of services. The itinerary may undergo some variations that differ from what is stated above. These variations may not be predictable nor depend on WeRoad’s will, i.e. climate conditions, national holidays, strikes, etc.

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The travel coordinators

Our travel coordinators are chosen because they are people like you. Not only are they the best travel buddy you could hope for, but they're trained professionals guaranteed to show you a travel experience like never before

Info to know

Available dates

17 May 2025
Saturday
12 days
28 May 2025
Wednesday

Sold out

Travel coordinator

Nikolaos

Group

9 WeRoaders

Total
$2,292

07 Jun 2025
Saturday
12 days
18 Jun 2025
Wednesday

On request

Travel coordinator

Raquel

Group

13 WeRoaders

Total
$2,188

FAQs – Frequently Asked Questions

About WeRoad

Is the flight included?

Round-trip flights are not included in any of our trips because we like to give you autonomy and flexibility: you can choose the airline you want to fly with, the departure airport that suits you best, and how many and which stops you want to make.

Since flights are not included, you also have more flexibility with your travel dates: if possible, you can arrive at your destination a few days earlier or return home a bit later – or even continue independently to a nearby destination!

What is the Money Pot and how does it work?

This is the question of all questions, and here’s the answer, broken down into points!

The Money Pot is a common fund collected in local currency from all tour participants and managed by your Travel Coordinator. 

It is used to streamline paymentsfor extra activities, goods and services that the whole group decides to do and to guarantee flexibility in choosing activities and excursions at the destination in line with the mood of the group. 

It is typically collected on the first day of the trip in local currency, although at times, the Travel Coordinator may ask for it to be paid before departure.

You’ll find the amount of the money pot on the website under the section ‘What’s included in the money pot’ – how do you get there? Look for ‘What’s included’, scroll down to ‘Money pot? Click here’, and you’ll find the details.

The amount varies depending on the destination chosen.

It is used exclusively for group expenses that ALL participants decide to take part in.

It is estimated based on the experiences of other groups but can vary depending on the needs of the group itself. As such, the Travel Coordinator may need to increase the amount during the trip.

If not all of the money pot is used, the difference will be returned to all participants at the end of the trip in equal amounts.

The Money Pot also covers the Travel Coordinator’s share of the activities included in the money pot, except for those activities that are free for the Travel Coordinator.

If you pay in advance part of the money pot before the trip for certain non-refundable optional activities, unfortunately, the amount cannot be refunded in case of trip cancellation.

Which are the accepeted payment methods?

We offer several payment methods to meet all needs:

1. Credit or debit card from Visa, Mastercard, or American Express.

2. Installment payments for certain countries only

If you choose the deposit and balance option, you can pay the balance from your MyWeRoad Personal Area via bank transfer.

Can I cancel or modify my booking?

Anyone who books a WeRoad trip has the option to cancel or modify the trip – including both the dates and the destination – free of charge up to 31 days before departure. In case of cancellation, you will receive a 100% refund of the WeRoad trip price. If you make a change, a price adjustment will be applied to the new trip chosen – meaning, if the new trip is cheaper, we will refund the difference; if it’s more expensive, you will need to pay the difference.

If you’ve purchased the Flexible Cancellation Option (which you can add in the first step of the booking process), you can request a cancellation or trip change until 8 days before departure. In case of cancellation, you’ll receive a 100% refund of the WeRoad trip price, minus the cost of the Flexible Cancellation option.

You can do it directly from your personal MyWeRoad account!
 
Within your booking you will find the "Change Your Trip" section at the bottom right, just underneath your booking details. You will be able to select a different date for the same trip, or a different trip entirely. Whether you are able to change the trip depends on the cancellation terms of your booking. For your original booking if you selected the Private Room, Flexible Cancellation or entered any discount code, gift card or voucher, before confirming the change we will let you know if anything isn't applicable to the new trip and you can decide whether to proceed or not. If you have any issues please do get in touch with the WeRoad team and we'll be able to help. 
 
It's not possible to move to a 'sold out' trip and with any trips that are 'on request' we will need to check availability with our local partners so please do get in touch if you want to move to an 'on request' trip. Please bear in mind that if the trip has the 'final spots' status, there may be no places left in either the male or female room.

How to request a cancellation or change to your trip? Send us an email at [email protected] or a WhatsApp on +447716573700. Please share the booking reference for the trip you want to cancel or change, and, in case of a change, the new trip you would like to join.

What type of accommodation should I expect on your trips?

In general, we always choose local accommodations, avoiding large hotel chains, because we love to experience the culture of the place and, whenever possible, contribute to the local economy. Typically, our accommodations are hotels, apartments, guesthouses, and hostels run by local entrepreneurs, with the same standard maintained across all trips in the same destination.

For our Collection trips, which are our premium category, the accommodations are always 4 or 5-star or carefully selected boutique hotels.

The list of accommodations for your trip will be shared with you by your Travel Coordinator between 5 and 3 days before departure, along with other useful details for your adventure!

Why do we have the Money Pot on all WeRoad trips?

If you're wondering why WeRoad trips have a money pot, we’re assuming you already know what it is. If not, or if you have any doubts, we invite you to read all the information here!

Let’s quickly recap: The Money Pot is a common fund collected in local currency from all tour participants and managed by your Travel Coordinator. It’s used to speed up payments for extra activities, goods and services that the whole group decides to do and to guarantee flexibility in choosing activities and excursions at the destination in line with the mood of the group. 

But let’s get to the point: why the money pot? First of all: it gives us a lot of flexibility. In all WeRoad trips you will have a bunch of Must See/Must Do activities already included - these are experiences, places or activities that simply cannot be missed! Any extra activities is decided by the group, why? Because each group is unique and may have particular wants or desires and the Money Pot allows each group to customise their trip to make it perfect for their requirements! 

It also helps us speed up paymentsimagine being in the subway in New York City, one by one purchasing the ticket...a nightmare right? Thanks to the Money Pot, the Travel Coordinator can simply purchase the tickets for everyone making the entire processes smoother! Any leftover money will be returned at the end of the trip and split equally amongst all participants.

In some destinations, buying goods or services on site is more economical as you are able to negotiate the price - places like Morocco, or South East Asia, bargaining is part of the culture. As such, our Travel Coordinators will be able to secure the best deal for all participants. 

The amount of the money pot is specified in each trip – look for this button

which will take you to a detailed breakdown for each trip, like this:

How can I find the flight details of my travel buddies?

WeRoad is not authorised to provide this information due to privacy reasons.

However, there is a solution - you can connect with your travel buddies by joining our Facebook group. Look for a post related to your trip, or ask the group admins for help in connecting with your future travel companions!

If a Travel Coordinator has already been assigned to the trip you're interested in, you can easily find their introduction post in the group via the website: in the tour list, click on 'Ask the coordinator', or in the trip details page, in the coordinator section, click on 'Ask [coordinator's name] for information on this trip in our Facebook group'. For both cases, see the screenshots below!

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What's the average size and age of a WeRoad group?

In all our groups, the Travel Coordinator and participants speak English – knowing how to speak and understand English is therefore a fundamental requirement to participate in our trips.

On average the groups are made up of 6-15 people, with a minimum of 3/4 participants and a maximum of 15.

All our travellers are in theirs 20s, 30s and 40s. If you're very curios to know the age range of the group for a tour you're interested in, you can contact us by WhatsApp at +447716573700

Regarding the male-female ratio, this is not guaranteed and varies trip by trip.  

Who is and what does the Travel Coordinator do?

The WeRoad Travel Coordinator is an experienced and skilled traveller and will be the perfect companion for your trip. They will be available for any eventuality and will manage all the logistical aspects of the itinerary (transports, timings, accommodations, meeting points, etc.), so you can enjoy the trip without any worries!

You will have the chance to get to know them when the WhatsApp group is created approximately 2 weeks before departure - this will be the moment to ask any pre-departure questions and get to know the rest of the group! If the trip you are interested in already has a Travel Coordinator assigned, you can contact them before booking – their details will be specified in the schedule or on the trip page, or you can search for their name here. After booking, you will find their contact details in your Personal Area, under ‘Bookings and Trips’ > ‘Your Upcoming Trips’ > ‘Trip Details’.

Will I share the room?

Yes, in all our trips you will share a room with other same-sex travellers, and the bathroom will either be private or shared only with fellow participants of the trip. The rooms we select can be doubles, triples, quadruples, or multi-bed (up to 8 people in exceptional cases), depending on the destination and availability.

There are never dorms with people outside the WeRoad group, except in certain cases for local experiences, which are specifically mentioned in the itinerary or communicated before booking. These typically involve specific nights in unique accommodations like tents, homestays, or camping, offering a more adventurous travel experience in exchange for some comfort.

During the booking process, you can also choose to opt for a mixed room: in this case, if needed, only those who have agreed to this option may share a room with travellers of a different sex. If you are booking for multiple people together and select this option, the room will not be exclusive to your group but may be shared with other travellers in the group.

How can I be part of the community?

When you set off on a WeRoad trip, you’re officially a WeRoader – and as we often say, 'Once a WeRoader, always a WeRoader'. This means that once you’re part of the community, a little piece of WeRoad will always stay with you, even if you no longer travel with us.

But you’re not just a WeRoader during your trips, far from it! The community is alive and active all year round: you can stay in touch by following and interacting on our social media channels, like the Facebook group or the Instagram profile. We can also meet up for a dinner or a trek together at one of the events organised by our coordinators around the world!

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