Peru's biggest contrasts in a single journey
This longer itinerary is built from the strongest combinations in your document: Lima, desert and marine coast, the Cusco region, Machu Picchu, and a final Amazon immersion in Iquitos or Puerto Maldonado.
Ideal for: Travelers who want one major Peru trip instead of multiple shorter visits.
Tour snapshot
Duration: 10 days / 9 nights
Main stops: Lima, Huacachina, Paracas, Cusco, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Amazon
Add-ons: Nazca Lines, Rainbow Mountain, jungle lodge upgrades, wildlife cruises
Good to know: This is the best format for travelers wanting variety over deep specialization.
Suggested itinerary
Days 1-2: Lima highlights and southbound transfer into Huacachina and Paracas for dunes, sandboarding, and Ballestas Islands.
Days 3-4: Transfer and flight sequence into Cusco with acclimatization and city archaeological circuit.
Days 5-6: Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu guided visit.
Days 7-9: Continue into the Amazon for jungle trails, river excursions, wildlife spotting, and community experiences.
Day 10: Return logistics and international departure support.
Why tourists book this
It shows how dramatically Peru changes from one region to another: Pacific coast, desert, Andes, cloud forest, and rainforest.
For many visitors, this is the most memorable one-trip introduction to the country.
Pair it with
Upgrade with Colca Canyon, Lake Titicaca, or northern Peru archaeology if you want a stronger regional focus after the classics.
