Planning a first-time trip to Peru can feel overwhelming. How do you balance the coastal culinary scene of Lima, the dizzying altitudes of the Andes, the vibrant indigenous markets, and the bucket-list majesty of Machu Picchu without spending weeks on the road or getting bogged down in logistics?
We’ve found the ultimate answer for travelers who want a seamless, premium experience without the premium price tag: the “Peru Escape” package by Globus.
As part of the Globus Escapes collection, this travel itinerary is specifically curated for the travel window when crowds are thinner, lines are shorter, and values are unbeatable. It functions as a complete VIP blueprint to the very best of Peru, packing centuries of history, landscapes, and local flavor into a perfectly organized 7-day adventure.
How Globus Makes All the Difference
When you step off the plane in South America for the first time, you shouldn’t have to worry about booking internal flights, negotiating mountain train tickets, or finding reliable guides. Globus takes care of the complex logistics so you can focus entirely on the magic of the destination.
- Front-of-the-Line VIP Access: Skip the endless queues at major monuments and world heritage sites. Your local guides navigate you straight through the front doors.
- Expert Local Guides: You aren’t just looking at ruins; you are discovering them alongside passionate local experts who bring Pre-Columbian mysteries to life.
- Stress-Free Transit: From private, climate-controlled motorcoaches with extra legroom to seamlessly handled intra-vacation flights and high-altitude rail tickets—everything is booked, confirmed, and ready for you.
Days 1 & 2
Your journey begins in Peru’s vibrant capital. After meeting your Tour Director, your guided sightseeing explores Lima’s rich colonial heritage. You will stand in the magnificent Plaza de Armas to view the Government Palace and the grand cathedral before taking a short walk to the venerable San Francisco Monastery to marvel at its 17th-century cloister murals.
Day 3
Board an included flight over the Andes to Cusco, the historic heart of the Inca Empire, and immediately descend into the beautiful Sacred Valley. Your first stop is the ancient mountain village of Pisaq.
Here, Globus includes plenty of free time to navigate the stalls of its world-famous open-air market, where you can bargain for vibrant handmade alpaca blankets, silver jewelry, and hand-painted pottery. After a hearty lunch at a local restaurant, you’ll relax for an overnight stay surrounded by mountain views.
Day 4
This is the day you have been waiting for. You will board a scenic train winding through the lush Urubamba Valley as the landscape shifts into dense tropical cloud forest. Upon arrival, you’ll ascend to the “Lost City of the Incas”—Machu Picchu. Your dedicated Local Guide will walk you through the agricultural terraces, sacred temples, and residential quarters, sharing the stories and architectural secrets of the masters who built this city in the sky.
Day 5
After traveling back to Cusco, the day is dedicated to deep cultural immersion. You will get up close and personal with indigenous camelids—including llamas, alpacas, guanacos, and rare vicuñas—and watch a live demonstration by local artisans preserving the ancient, intricate techniques of Pre-Columbian weaving. Afterward, explore the staggering hillside fortress of Sacsayhuaman, where massive Inca stones weighing up to 350 tons are perfectly pieced together without a single drop of mortar.
Days 6 & 7
Enjoy a final morning exploring the cobblestone streets, Spanish cathedrals, and hidden Incan foundations of Cusco. Later, a smooth internal flight returns you to Lima, where you can toast to an incredible week of discovery before your homeward flight the following morning.
The Globus Peru Escape turns a bucket-list dream into a hassle-free, fully immersive vacation. Because this itinerary runs during prime low-season windows, you get to experience Peru’s most iconic treasures with fewer crowds and unparalleled value!