32 days in Peru Itinerary

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.

Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Centro Historico de Lima and Cathedral of Lima. Step off the beaten path and head to Basilica y Monasterio de Santo Domingo and Parque Kennedy - Parque Central de Miraflores. There's much more to do: take in the local highlights with Walking tours, walk around El Parque del Amor, and head outdoors with Outdoor Activities.

To find where to stay, reviews, photos, and other tourist information, you can read our Lima vacation planner.

Little Rock, USA to Lima is an approximately 14-hour flight. The time zone changes from Central Standard Time (CST) to Peru Standard Time (PET), which is usually a 1 hour difference. While traveling from Little Rock, expect little chillier days and about the same nights in Lima, ranging from highs of 73°F to lows of 65°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 18th (Wed) so you can go by car to Nazca.

The southern city of Nazca draws visitors to its archaeological and historical sites.

Your inner history buff will appreciate Cantalloc Aqueduct and Cementerio Chauchilla. Explore hidden gems such as Cahuachi and Taller de Artesania "Andres Calle Flores". There's still lots to do: contemplate the long history of Acueductos de Nasca.

To see other places to visit, more things to do, where to stay, and other tourist information, read Nazca itinerary website.

You can drive from Lima to Nazca in 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Cap off your sightseeing on the 21st (Sat) early enough to go by car to Arequipa.

In an area dominated three imposing volcanoes, Arequipa vacations allow visitors to admire well-preserved colonial architecture in a dramatic setting.

Historic Centre of Arequipa and Museo de la Catedral de Arequipa are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Step off the beaten path and head to San Francisco Plaza, Church and Monastery and Climbing Tours. Next up on the itinerary: get engrossed in the history at Museo Santuarios Andinos, contemplate the geological forces at Volcan Misti, don't miss a visit to Complejo de la Compania de Jesus, and see the interesting displays at Museo La Recoleta.

For reviews, other places to visit, more things to do, and other tourist information, read Arequipa route planning site.

Traveling by car from Nazca to Arequipa takes 7 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of bus and flight. Expect a daytime high around 69°F in May, and nighttime lows around 48°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Wed) early enough to fly to Machu Picchu.

A symbol of the Incan civilization, the abandoned city of Machu Picchu represents a must-see on a Peru vacation.

Discover out-of-the-way places like Intipuncu and Winay Wayna. Take a break from Machu Picchu with a short trip to Zipline in Santa Teresa, about 32 minutes away. There's lots more to do: take in nature's colorful creations at Mandor, make a trip to Plaza Manco Capac, admire nature's wide array of creatures at Mariposario de Machupicchu, and hunt for treasures at Mercado de Artesanias.

For where to stay, reviews, maps, and other tourist information, go to the Machu Picchu tour planner.

Traveling by flight from Arequipa to Machu Picchu takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and train; or drive. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Sun) to allow time to travel to Maras.

Maras is a town in the Sacred Valley of the Incas, 40 kilometers north of Cuzco, in the Cuzco Region of Peru. Kick off your visit on the 30th (Mon): explore the striking landscape at Salinas de Maras and then explore the ancient world of Moray.

To find traveler tips, photos, more things to do, and more tourist information, read our Maras trip maker site.

Do a combination of train and taxi from Machu Picchu to Maras in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. In May, daily temperatures in Maras can reach 69°F, while at night they dip to 39°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Mon) early enough to drive to Cusco.

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 shopping fun, head to Mercado Central de San Pedro or Centro de Textiles Tradicionales del Cusco. Popular historic sites such as Sacred Valley of the Incas and Piquillacta are in your itinerary. There's much more to do: explore the ancient world of Q'enqo, soothe aching muscles at some of the top local wellness centers, pause for some serene contemplation at Iglesia San Pedro, and steep yourself in history at Tipon.

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Getting from Maras to Cusco by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of taxi and bus. May in Cusco sees daily highs of 69°F and lows of 39°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 5th (Sun) so you can go by car to San Pedro.

Start off your visit on the 6th (Mon): delve into the distant past at Parque Arqueologico De Raqchi.

To find where to stay, more things to do, and other tourist information, read San Pedro trip planner.

You can drive from Cusco to San Pedro in 2.5 hours. In June, daytime highs in San Pedro are 69°F, while nighttime lows are 35°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 6th (Mon) to allow time for the car ride to Puno.

Hugging the western tip of Lake Titicaca, Puno serves as a melting pot of indigenous and imported cultures, and makes a great base for explorations around the region.

Start off your visit on the 7th (Tue): explore the activities along Lake Umayo and then explore the ancient world of Sillustani. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 8th (Wed): get some thrills on the water with a speed boat tour.

To find reviews, photos, other places to visit, and tourist information, use the Puno holiday builder site.

The Route module can help you plan travel from San Pedro to Puno. Traveling from San Pedro in June, plan for a bit cooler nights in Puno, with lows around 24°F. On the 9th (Thu), you'll travel to Chachapoyas.

A good base for exploring the surrounding cloud forests, Chachapoyas remains a small and laid-back town despite its growing popularity with international tourists.

Start off your visit on the 10th (Fri): contemplate the long history of Fortaleza de Kuelap.

For reviews, maps, and other tourist information, you can read our Chachapoyas trip planner.

You can do a combination of flight and car from Puno to Chachapoyas in 10.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. On the 11th (Sat), you'll travel to Trujillo.

Considered the country's capital of culture, Trujillo was the birthplace of the North Group, a community of artists and intellectuals that included celebrated poet Cesar Vallejo and notable novelist Ciro Alegria.

Satisfy your inner culture vulture at La Huaca del Sol and Cao Museum. You'll discover tucked-away gems like Chan Chan and Plazuela El Recreo. It doesn't end there: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Catedral de Trujillo - Catedral de Santa Maria and don't miss a visit to Plaza de Armas de Trujillo.

For photos, reviews, where to stay, and tourist information, use the Trujillo road trip app.

Traveling by car from Chachapoyas to Trujillo takes 10.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In June, daytime highs in Trujillo are 72°F, while nighttime lows are 63°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 15th (Wed) so you can catch the flight back home.