PERU
Peru's classics.
Our pick of the 7 morning tours worth booking in Peru, with the details that matter: what you see, how long you need, and what it costs.
Morning speedboat from Paracas to El Candelabro and Ballestas Islands, spotting sea lions, penguins, and colorful birds on the water.
“I saw penguins and sea lions had a lovely morning, the staff were absolutely wonderful and very knowledgeable 😃”
A private 2-day Sacred Valley + Machu Picchu sunrise trip with guided site time, flexible Huayna Picchu add-on, and real local stops.
“This was a private tour and very well planned. Our guide gave us great information of all sites, very friendly and was great to converse with. He took us for local food which was great. All in all great experience.”
Guided Humantay Lake trek from Cusco with an early start, breakfast and lunch, oxygen support, and a late-morning option.
“We had almost two hours of riding the ATVs and it was so much fun! Thankfully they were automatic vehicles so we didn’t have to worry about switching gears when driving up the hill. Be prepared for a dusty ride! Wear a face covering and sunglasses while you ride. The hike itself is VERY DIFFICULT!…”
Late-morning Rainbow Mountain tour from Cusco with small-group comfort, guided hikes, tasty lunch, and time for photos without the worst crowds.
“Hermoso! Nos nevó!!! Y el guía Alex y el conductor yobert son muy amables, la comida deliciosa”
A six-hour morning loop from Cusco to Tipón, Pikillacta, and Andahuaylillas Church, mixing Inca waterworks, Wari walls, and baroque art.
“The trip itself is very interesting. I would without doubt recommend it. I thought the organization could improve. I was told I should be ready at 08:30. So l was, after waiting some time outside the hotel l contacted the organizers and they said the driver is on his way and l should not leave…”
A 6-hour morning circuit from Coricancha to Sacsayhuamán, Qenqo, Puca Pucara, and Tambomachay, with guide-led history and Inca water power.
“Interesting - guide was great. Could have done without sales pitch at llama farm though.”
Paddle Lake Yacumama at sunrise or sunset from Puerto Maldonado, with a short walk, aguajales palms, and unforgettable lake views.
“The tour was really great! Our guide gave us a lot of explanations, we saw a lot of caimans and the sunset on the lake was incredible! But this agency is not trustworthy: poor communication and pick-up cancellation less than 4 hours before the meeting time. Better book with a local agency directly in Puerto…”
