Peru & the Amazon: Cusco to Lima

G Adventures · 6 days

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Peru & the Amazon: Cusco to Lima
Peru & the Amazon: Cusco to Lima
Peru & the Amazon: Cusco to Lima
Peru & the Amazon: Cusco to Lima
Peru & the Amazon: Cusco to Lima
Peru & the Amazon: Cusco to Lima
Peru & the Amazon: Cusco to Lima
Peru & the Amazon: Cusco to Lima
Peru & the Amazon: Cusco to Lima
Peru & the Amazon: Cusco to Lima
Peru & the Amazon: Cusco to Lima
Peru & the Amazon: Cusco to Lima
Peru & the Amazon: Cusco to Lima
Peru & the Amazon: Cusco to Lima
Peru & the Amazon: Cusco to Lima
6 Days
From AUD $3899
Trip Type
Small Group
Activity Level
Average

Rating


(3 reviews)

Peru & the Amazon: Cusco to Lima

Peru & the Amazon: Cusco to Lima

G Adventures · 6 days
5.0
3 Reviews

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Duration

6 days

Tour Type

Small Group

Accommodations

Moderate

Physical Rating

Average

Guide Language

English

Experience Overview

Put on your adventurer hat and head into the depths of the Amazon Jungle on this six-day adventure from Cusco to Lima.

Includes

Activities

  • Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group Your OMG Day: Hike to Templo de la Luna or Historical & Culinary Tour of Cusco, Cusco Your Foodie Moment: Dinner at Huaca Pucllana, Lima
  • Complimentary arrival transfer
  • Welcome dinner
  • 2 days of excursions to spot wildlife in the Amazon jungle by boat and on foot with a naturalist guide
  • Rubber boot use
  • Farewell dinner
  • Internal flights
  • All tips included for activities and meals, except for CEO and porterage
  • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Accommodation

  • Hotels (3nts), Amazon Jungle Lodge (2 nts).
  • 5 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 4 dinners

Transport

  • Motorized Canoe, Plane, Private Vehicle, Walking.

Group Leader

  • CEO (Chief Experience Officer) in Lima and Cusco, expert naturalist guide in Amazon.

Highlights

  • Discover Cusco on your terms with flexible choice of included activities
  • Explore the Amazon Jungle with a naturalist guide in search of wildlife
  • Savour a delicious Peruvian meal next to an ancient adobe pyramid in Lima.
Peru & the Amazon: Cusco to Lima

Trip Details

Duration

6 days

Transportation

Motorized Canoe, Plane, Private Vehicle, Walking.

Guide Language

English

Starts

Cusco, Peru

Finishes

Lima, Peru

Accommodations

Moderate

Travel Style

Luxury, Budget

Physical Rating

Average

Itinerary

1

Day 1: Cusco: Capital of the Incas

Feel the energy of Cusco as you wander the cobblestone streets past the mix of Spanish colonial-style architecture and Inca stonework. We welcome you to Peru, a diverse land of natural beauty and traditional cultures and we invite you to open yourself to curiosity and wonder as you embark on this adventure to the Amazon and beyond.
Arrive to Cusco at any time and transfer to the hotel. Meet your fellow group members at the welcome meeting in the evening and get all the important information about the adventure ahead. Afterwards, head to a nearby restaurant for a delicious welcome dinner with new friends.

Meals included: Dinner

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - You will be met at the airport and transferred to the hotel to start your adventure.Activity - Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.Accommodation - Novotel Cusco Hotel
2

Day 2: Cusco: Your OMG Day

The options of what to do in Cusco are seemingly endless, and today you'll get the choice to approach the day on your terms. Take to the trails on a hike outside of the city past ancient ruins with sweeping views of the city or stay local to dig deeper into the history and the delicious local cuisine as well as learn how to prepare some dishes at a cooking class.
Choice of activity in the morning, both options including lunch. Enjoy a free afternoon and evening to choose from one of the many great restaurants, or join the CEO at their local favourite.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch

Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Option 1: Begin the day with a hike to Templo de la Luna and Inkilltambo Ruins with a picnic lunch. The hike is around 14km (9 miles) and typically takes 3.5 hours to complete. There will be around 632m of elevation gain on this hike. This Inca site with a quechua name has tombs, irrigation channels, ceremonial places, and Andean terraces used for both ceremonies and architecture. Option 2: Visit Koricancha in the heart of Cusco and learn about it's importance to the Inca Empire. From this landmark you will visit the San Pedro market to select ingredients for the cooking class which will take place before an included lunch of your creations.Free_time - Enjoy a free afternoon and evening in Cusco. Spend time exploring before getting dinner on your own at one of the many great restaurants in the city.Accommodation - Novotel Cusco Hotel
3

Day 3: Amazon Jungle: Rainforest Wilderness

The Amazon has sparked the imagination for as long as curious travellers have known about it, conjuring up images of lush green vegetation and exotic wildlife. The biodiversity of plant and animal life is staggeringly varied, and the cultural traditions of those who live here have thrived along the rivers and from living off of the land.
Fly from Cusco to Puerto Maldonado and continue by boat upriver to the jungle lodge, your base of exploration by boat and on foot for the next couple of days. Local community members make up the majority of lodge staff, including multilingual naturalist guides. Take the opportunity to learn about the area's rich flora and fauna and locals' extensive use of medicinal plants and other forest plant resources through traditional techniques for building, fishing, and hunting.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Look! Up in the sky! It's a bird! It's a plane! It's... yup, it is a plane, actually.Transport - Climb in and move swiftly through the water to the next stop.Free_time - Take advantage of free time this afternoon to relax and settle in to your lodge in the Amazon. Dinner will be served this evening in the cozy eating area.Accommodation - Refugio Amazonas Lodge
4

Day 4: Amazon Jungle: In Search of Wildlife

Awake to the sounds of the forest, hearing tropical birds and animals moving through the canopy above you, and maybe the eerie call of a howler monkey in the distance. You never know what you might see on any given occasion which is part of the adventure, and the anticipation adds to the excitement as new and incredible animals, birds and plants could be spotted around every corner or bend in the river.
Head out early to catch the jungle at its wildest (and coolest). Walk slowly through the forest searching for wildlife before heading out on an oxbow lake by canoe. Search for anaconda, the elusive giant river otter, or black caiman. Even if you don't spot these shy creatures, there are plenty of other birds, interesting plants, and other animals about.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Spend time around the lodge or go further afield. Free time can be used to explore any way you want.Activity - Head out after dark by motorized canoe to search for caimans on the river banks. Enjoy a lesson on caimans from the expert guide. Take advantage of the keen eyes of the expert naturalist guides – they are truly spectacular at spotting these elusive smaller cousins of alligators hiding on the muddy banks.Activity - Enjoy visits to oxbow lakes to learn about the jungle and its inhabitants. Be introduced to the area’s rich flora and fauna by expert naturalist guides, who can teach extensive uses for medicinal and other forest plant resources through traditional techniques. Be prepared to go early morning or evening to avoid the heat of midday. Enjoy a leisurely pace – the trip requires some walking, but nothing too strenuous.Accommodation - Refugio Amazonas Lodge
5

Day 5: Lima: Back to the coast

By now you willl have realized just how incredibly diverse Peru is, both culturally and geographically, from the mountains to the jungle and to the desert coastline. Equally as diverse and delicious is the regional food, highlighted and concentrated in Peru's capital city of Lima, which has become a hotspot on the global food map and with good reason. Celebrate the old and new over a final dinner with your travel companions next to an ancient adobe pyramid in the heart of the city.
Return to Puerto Maldonado for the flight to Lima. Stop to Visit the bohemian neighbourhood of Monumental Callao on the way to Miraflores from the airport and enjoy a farewell dinner next to the ruins of Huaca Pucllana.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Climb in and move swiftly through the water to the next stop.Transport - Take a van from the pier to pick up stored luggage before heading to the Puerto Maldonado airport. A private vehicle will be waiting to take the group to the Lima hotel.Activity - Enjoy a delicious Peruvian meal next to an ancient adobe pyramid in the heart of Miraflores.Accommodation - Jose Antonio Deluxe Hotel
6

Day 6: Lima

Today your adventure comes to an end, but the memories made during your time in Peru will live on.
Depart at any time.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.
Exclusions
  • Flights to and from origin and destinations
  • Airport transfers (unless otherwise stated)
  • Anything else not explicitly listed in tour inclusions
  • Recommended gratuities/tipping
  • Optional activities/tours
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Visas, meals and beverages not stated in the list of inclusions.
Important Information
Meals

When meals are not included, your tour leader (where available) will be happy to help with restaurant recommendations, bookings, and directions. Please let us know if you have any dietary needs or preferences. We will do our best to accommodate these, though we cannot guarantee that every request can be met.

Luggage

You are responsible for your personal belongings throughout the tour. You will need to carry your own bags between the vehicle and your hotel room. Drivers will assist with loading and unloading luggage from the vehicle.

Mobility

Travellers requiring wheelchair access should contact our sales and service team, who can make enquiries on your behalf.

Fitness Level

This tour requires an average level of fitness. Activities are paced gently and include leisure time. You may be expected to join guided walks of up to one hour, navigate short stairways and mild inclines, and manage your own luggage. You should also be able to board and exit all transport without assistance.

Travellers are expected to be self-sufficient and capable of handling all aspects of their journey. Please discuss your circumstances and support needs with your booking agent to confirm this trip is suitable.

If you are unsure, we recommend consulting your doctor before booking or travelling.

Sightseeing

If a planned site visit is unavailable due to changes in operating hours or holiday closures, the itinerary may be altered, or a comparable activity will be substituted where possible and subject to availability.

Visas

Visa conditions can change. Once you receive your travel documents, check with the relevant embassy, consulate, or immigration office of your destination for the latest information.

  • It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct and valid travel documents and to comply with all entry requirements.
  • Non-Australian citizens must also confirm visa and identification requirements with the appropriate consulate or visa agency.
  • Certain occupations (for example, journalists, government officials, or those working in charities) may face additional restrictions when applying for visas, which could affect the type of application required.
Departure Dates & Surcharges: See checkout for live dates and availability.
AUD $3,899
(Tour only)
Per Person Standard

Duration: 6 days

Trip Type: Small Group

Activity Level: Average

Put on your adventurer hat and head into the depths of the Amazon Jungle on this six-day adventure from Cusco to Lima.

Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 12 Apr 2026

Customer Reviews

Overall Rating
Excellent
4.5
Guide
Excellent
4.5
Itinerary
Excellent
4.5
Accommodations
Excellent
4.5
Transportation
Excellent
4.5
Tour Operator
Excellent
4.5
Food
Excellent
4.5
5.0
Katherine
Traveled, August 2024

09/01/2024

Fantastic tour. Joshi was a great tour guide.

5.0
mary
Traveled, August 2024

08/30/2024

This was such a fun trip! G Adventure thought of everything! The tour guides are so very knowledgeable. I never had to guess what the itinerary is for each day because everything is thoroughly explained. The group is small enough that everyone got to learn about each other. I still keep in touch with some of the people in my group. Peru is such a beautiful country. Machu Picchu is a place that had been on my bucket list. Seeing it in person was awesome! The Rainbow Mountain hike was pretty challenging but was definitely worth it. Staying in a beautiful lodge in the Amazon jungle was so fun. We didn't get to see any anaconda but we saw many other animals. The food in Peru is diverse and delicious. Maracuya sour is a must-have. I can't say enough about how fun and memorable this trip had been. Thank you Washington (our tour guide)!

Tour Operator

G Adventures, founded in 1990 by Bruce Poon Tip, is a global adventure travel company specializing in small-group tours that emphasize authentic, sustainable, and culturally immersive experiences. Originally launched as GAP Adventures (“Great Adventure People”), the company pioneered the concept of community-driven travel by offering affordable trips that connect travelers with local communities while minimizing environmental impact. Today, G Adventures operates in more than 100 countries, offering a wide range of itineraries across themes such as active adventures, wildlife, wellness, family, and National Geographic–partnered tours, while maintaining a strong commitment to responsible tourism and social enterprise through its Planeterra Foundation.

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