10 days in Peru & Mexico City Itinerary
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Start: San Diego, United States
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Lima, Peru
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Cusco, Peru
— 2 nights
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Machu Picchu, Peru
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Cusco, Peru
— 2 nights
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Lima, Peru
— 4 nights
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Mexico City, Mexico
— 1 night
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Fly to Tijuana, Bus to San Ysidro/Intl Border, Tram to San Diego
End: San Diego, United States
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City of the Kings
Founded in 1535 by Spanish explorer Francisco Pizarro, Lima represents an interesting blend of modern attractions and preserved colonial architecture, much of it clustered in the World Heritage-listed city center.For more things to do, reviews, and tourist information, read Lima tour builder site.
San Diego, USA to Lima is an approximately 14.5-hour flight. The time zone changes from Pacific Standard Time to Peru Standard Time, which is usually a 3 hour difference. May in Lima sees daily highs of 73°F and lows of 65°F at night. On the 19th (Fri), you're off to Cusco.
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Cusco, Peru — 2 nights
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Imperial City
Capital of the Inca Empire for three centuries, World Heritage-listed Cusco is now a major tourist destination, drawing nearly 2 million annual tourists with its well-preserved colonial architecture and proximity to Machu Picchu.For more things to do, where to stay, ratings, and tourist information, use the Cusco itinerary tool.
You can fly from Lima to Cusco in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect much colder evenings in Cusco when traveling from Lima in May, with lows around 39°F. You'll have a few hours on the 21st (Sun) to wrap things up before traveling to Machu Picchu.
Find places to stay May 19 — 21:
Highlights from your trip
Machu Picchu, Peru — 1 day
A symbol of the Incan civilization, the abandoned city of Machu Picchu represents a must-see on a Peru vacation.For more things to do, where to stay, and other tourist information, go to the Machu Picchu trip planner.
Getting from Cusco to Machu Picchu by car takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of bus and train; or take a train. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Sun) early enough to drive to Cusco.
Find places to stay May 21 — 22:
Cusco, Peru — 2 nights
Imperial City
To find photos, where to stay, more things to do, and more tourist information, use the Cusco trip itinerary builder app.
Drive from Machu Picchu to Cusco in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and bus; or take a train. On the 23rd (Tue), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Lima.
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Drive from Machu Picchu to Cusco in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and bus; or take a train. On the 23rd (Tue), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Lima.
Find places to stay May 21 — 23:
Lima, Peru — 4 nights
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City of the Kings
Brisas del Titicaca has been added to your itinerary. You'll discover tucked-away gems like Centro Historico de Lima and Museo Nacional de Arqueologia, Antropologia e Historia del Peru. See even more of Lima: explore the world behind art at MALI - Museo de Arte de Lima, take in the views from Bridge of Sighs, stop by San Isidro, and wander the streets of Miraflores.
To see traveler tips, ratings, where to stay, and more tourist information, you can read our Lima online trip itinerary maker.
Fly from Cusco to Lima in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect much warmer evenings in Lima when traveling from Cusco in May, with lows around 65°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Sat) early enough to fly to Mexico City.
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To see traveler tips, ratings, where to stay, and more tourist information, you can read our Lima online trip itinerary maker.
Fly from Cusco to Lima in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect much warmer evenings in Lima when traveling from Cusco in May, with lows around 65°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Sat) early enough to fly to Mexico City.
Find places to stay May 23 — 27:
Highlights from your trip
Mexico City, Mexico — 1 night
City of Palaces
Breathtakingly large, Mexico City provides a home for almost 9 million people living in nearly 1,700 distinct neighborhoods.Take the guesswork out of planning a Mexico City vacation by using our trip itinerary maker.
Traveling by flight from Lima to Mexico City takes 10 hours. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 1 hour traveling from Lima to Mexico City. Traveling from Lima in May, you will find days in Mexico City are somewhat warmer (79°F), and nights are little chillier (57°F). You'll set off for home on the 28th (Sun).
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Peru travel guide
Land of the Incas
In a country renowned for its pre-Columbian archeological sites, no Peru vacation would be complete without an adrenaline-inducing hike to Machu Picchu, World Heritage-listed symbol of the once-mighty Incan Empire. Aside from visiting these spectacular ruins set against the backdrop of photogenic mountain peaks, most holidays in Peru also include an exploration of the country's pretty cities, boasting well-preserved colonial architecture and a slew of modern buildings housing fine museums, galleries, shops, and restaurants. Ideal for active vacationers, Peru trips are also tailor-made for gourmands, as the country's eclectic cuisine blends tasty influences from Africa, Asia, and Europe.
