Unplugged Adventure in Peru
A carefully paced family journey through Peru, combining Lima’s food and surf culture, immersive Amazon wildlife experiences, Sacred Valley adventure and tradition, and the iconic wonder of Machu Picchu. Designed for families with teenagers, it balances shared discovery, independence and seamless support throughout.
Journey highlights
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A carefully paced journey balancing shared adventures, cultural depth and downtime, ensuring both parents and teenagers feel considered throughout.
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A carefully paced journey balancing shared adventures, cultural depth and downtime, ensuring both parents and teenagers feel considered throughout.
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Explore the rainforest aboard the Aqua Nera, with guided walks, canoe trips, and wildlife spotting. Teenagers can engage directly with nature while the family experiences the Amazon’s biodiversity in a safe, immersive setting.
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Explore the Sacred Valley from Explora with daily adventures, cultural insight and unhurried evenings beneath the Andean peaks.
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Itinerary
Fly to Lima
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Day 1 | Arrive in Lima Touch down in Peru’s capital and settle into Barranco, a relaxed coastal neighbourhood known for its creativity and café culture. Villa Barranco feels personal and welcoming, offering a calm base after international travel. The afternoon is kept intentionally light, allowing everyone to reset, wander nearby streets or enjoy ocean views along the clifftop. It’s a gentle start that prioritizes comfort and ease, setting the tone for a journey designed around shared experiences, without rushing straight into sightseeing.
Day 2 | Lima: Art, Culture and the Pacific
Today showcases two contrasting sides of Lima that appeal equally to parents and teenagers. Begin with a guided exploration of Barranco, the city’s most creative district, known for its colorful streets, coastal views, and vibrant art scene. A visit to the Pedro de Osma Museum offers insight into Peru’s rich colonial history through an impressive collection of viceregal art, providing cultural depth without feeling overly formal.In the afternoon, venture into Callao, a district whose story is one of resilience and creative renewal. Once a thriving colonial port that later fell into decline, it has been transformed through the vision and dedication of artists, designers, architects, and local philanthropists. Central to this revival is the Fugaz project, a sociocultural initiative reclaiming public spaces through art. Today, the streets are alive with galleries, independent shops, restaurants, and open-air cultural events, while bold graffiti and large-scale murals define the neighbourhood’s character, attracting artists from around the world and earning comparisons to Miami’s Wynwood district. A guided walk through Callao provides first-hand insight into this remarkable transformation, shaped by local voices and lived experience. Inspired by the surrounding street art, the afternoon culminates in a hands-on graffiti session, offering a unique opportunity to engage creatively with the neighbourhood’s vibrant artistic spirit.
Where to stay
Villa Barranco (2 nights)
Alternative Places to Stay Nearby
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Days 6–9 | The Sacred Valley
Return to the Andes and settle into the heart of the Sacred Valley at Explora Sacred Valley, an immersive lodge set on a former hacienda between Cusco and Machu Picchu. Surrounded by open landscapes, soaring peaks and Inca history, Explora offers a seamless blend of comfort, expert-led exploration and thoughtful pacing. All meals, daily guided explorations and transfers are included, allowing the family to fully relax and engage without logistics or decision-making.Each day is personalized with Explora’s guides, offering a choice of explorations matched to energy levels and interests — ideal for families traveling with teenagers. Between outings, the lodge itself invites downtime: quiet gardens, riverside walks, spacious lounges and time to simply absorb the valley’s scale and beauty.
Explorations may include:
• Guided visits to Moray’s circular agricultural terraces and the Maras salt pans, offering insight into Inca innovation and living traditions
• Exploration of Ollantaytambo, where massive stone terraces and village life feel vividly present
• Scenic hikes, gentle cycling routes or more active options for adventurous teens, always paired with cultural context
• Opportunities to engage with Andean traditions, landscapes and local perspectives through Explora’s expert storytelling.Evenings are unhurried, with refined Andean-inspired cuisine served at the lodge, followed by time to reconnect as a family under clear mountain skies. This three-night stay provides a deeper, more balanced understanding of the Sacred Valley — combining discovery, comfort and shared experience — before continuing onward to Machu Picchu.
Where to stay
Explora Valle Sagrado (3 nights)
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Day 9 | Machu Picchu: Journey and Discovery Travel by Vistadome Observatory train, one of the most scenic rail journeys in South America. The route follows the Urubamba River as high Andean landscapes gradually give way to lush cloud forest, visible through panoramic windows. Arrive at Machu Picchu and explore this remarkable citadel, where terraces, temples and viewpoints reveal the Incas’ mastery of engineering and landscape. Lunch at Sumaq offers a refined pause before settling into the tranquil surroundings near the site.
Where to stay
Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel (9 nights)
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Day 10 | Wayna Picchu and Cusco An early start brings the opportunity to climb Wayna Picchu, a steep but rewarding ascent with unforgettable views back over Machu Picchu — a highlight for active teenagers. A second visit to the site allows time to explore areas missed the previous day before returning to Cusco by train. The shift from jungle to historic city is energising, with the evening free to relax and enjoy the atmosphere of the former Inca capital.
Day 11 | Cusco: Hidden Stories This morning reveals a more intimate side of Cusco on a Magical & Hidden walking tour. Step away from the main squares to uncover Inca foundations concealed within colonial buildings, quiet courtyards and lesser-known streets. The experience brings history to life in a way that feels engaging for younger travelers. The afternoon is free, offering time to explore markets, cafés or simply wander together, absorbing the city at your own pace.
Where to stay
JW Marriott El Convento Cusco (2 nights)
Alternative Places to Stay Nearby
Fly Home
Our tailor made journeys include:
- Your dedicated Travel Consultant who will take care of arrangements
- Private international airport transfers in destination and your own private, English-speaking local guides
- Unique experiences, hand-picked by our Journeys team
- Entrance to must-see local sites
- Dedicated 24/7 team providing in-country support and guidance
When to visit
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April to October is best for time for visiting Peru’s Andean region and main highlights. It is typically sunny in the day and cold at night due to altitude. Heavy rains last from December to end of February with January and February being the wettest months. The Amazon is generally hot, wet and humid year round. Peru is very popular in the high season, especially during their many cultural festivals such as Inti Raymi on 24 June, so best to book well in advance.
Experiences in this tour
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View ExperienceMachu Picchu Guided Tour with Lunch
Experience a full-day tour of Machu Picchu, starting with a scenic train ride to Aguas Calientes. Enjoy a guided two-hour tour of the ancient ruins, followed by lunch before returning. Discover the wonder of this iconic site with ease.
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View ExperienceMaras, Moray and Ollantaytambo with picnic lunch
A full-day Sacred Valley tour visiting Moray’s circular terraces, the striking Maras Salt Pans and the fortress town of Ollantaytambo. Includes a scenic picnic lunch and insight into Incan engineering and history.
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View ExperienceMonumental Callao with Graffiti Lesson
Explore Callao’s creative revival, where bold street art and murals have transformed a historic port district. Inspired by the Fugaz project, the experience ends with a hands-on graffiti session rooted in local culture.
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View ExperienceMagical & Hidden Cusco
Uncover Cusco beyond its monuments, exploring legends, hidden streets and Inca-era stories before ending with traditional dishes and chicha at a classic picantería—an intimate look at the city’s living history.
We design each itinerary around you, so this suggested itineraryis a starting point that we can tweak or transform into something completely personalized to you. Call us on 212 372 7009 to start planning your vacation.
