Peru travel itinerary — Machu Picchu, the Inca Trail and beyond, planned before tickets run out
Machu Picchu tickets sell out months ahead. Inca Trail permits, 6 months. Alejandro secures everything first, then designs your personalised Peru trip around it.
Alejandro's Peru — the logistics that make or break the trip
I visited Peru and understood why it's called the land of contrasts. Lima is a world-class gastronomic city. Cusco is the Inca capital that still breathes history. And Machu Picchu at sunrise, without groups — one of the most impactful moments of my life. That's what a personalised Peru trip with Alejandro delivers.
Peru's critical secret: Machu Picchu tickets sell out 2-4 months ahead in peak season. Inca Trail permits sell out 6 months ahead. Altitude at 3,400m in Cusco requires acclimatisation days. Alejandro's Peru travel itinerary handles all of this before you even think about it.
Peru is perfect for...
What to see and do in Peru
Much more than Machu Picchu.
Lima — world-class food and the Pacific coast
Latin America's finest gastronomy. Central, Maido, Astrid y Gastón. Miraflores and the ceviche you'll dream of once home. Your Peru travel itinerary starts here.
Cusco — the Inca capital and the Sacred Valley
The Inca Empire capital at 3,400m. San Blas, San Pedro Market, Sacsayhuamán. Alejandro's Cusco travel guide includes 1-2 mandatory acclimatisation days — the altitude sickness Peru mistake most people make.
Machu Picchu — the citadel at dawn
Sunrise visit on the first entry (6am) before the groups. Alejandro books Machu Picchu tickets months in advance — the most critical step in any Machu Picchu itinerary.
Inca Trail — four days to the Sun Gate
The world's most famous trek. 4 days, 43km, max altitude 4,215m. Inca Trail permits sell out 6 months ahead. Alternative: Salkantay Trek (no permits needed, equally stunning scenery).
Lake Titicaca — the highest navigable lake in the world
The floating Uros islands and Taquile Island. A unique cultural experience at 3,812m — the highest navigable lake in the world.
Amazon — three days in the jungle
The Peruvian Amazon from Puerto Maldonado or Iquitos. 3-4 days in the jungle completes the ultimate Peru travel itinerary. Alejandro has the best lodges at real prices.
Peru travel planning essentials
Best time to visit Peru
May-October: dry season, best for Machu Picchu and Inca Trail. November-April: rainy season (Inca Trail closes in February). Book Machu Picchu tickets 2-4 months ahead, Inca Trail permits 6 months.
How many days in Peru
12 days: Lima + Cusco + Machu Picchu + Titicaca. 16 days: add Inca Trail. 21 days: complete Peru with Amazon. Alejandro's Peru trip planner optimises every day.
Peru budget breakdown
€80-120/person/day (mid-high level). Altitude requires acclimatisation — Alejandro includes mandatory rest days in every personalised Peru trip itinerary.
Altitude acclimatisation — the complete guide
Cusco sits at 3,400m. Arrive before visiting Machu Picchu, avoid alcohol for 48h, and allow 1-2 acclimatisation days. Altitude sickness Peru is real — Alejandro plans for it.
Peru trips planned by Viajandro
"Machu Picchu at sunrise, Lake Titicaca, Cusco and the Amazon. Alejandro's Peru travel itinerary was organised to the last detail — best prices, zero stress. 10/10."
— David & Laura · Couple · 3 weeks
"The Inca Trail solo, with Alejandro's itinerary. 4 days that changed me inside. He booked the Inca Trail permits 5 months ahead — otherwise, I couldn't have done it. The best Peru trip planner."
— Roberto A. · Solo · 3 weeks
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