11-Day Comprehensive Peru Adventure from Toronto: Lima, Cusco, Machu Picchu & Sacred Valley

Day 1: Arrival in Lima

Lima, Peru on May 17, 2025

6:00am

Flight from Toronto to Lima

Depart from Toronto Pearson International Airport on a direct or connecting flight to Lima Jorge Chávez International Airport.
CAD800-1200 approx., 7h0m

2:00pm

Arrival and Hotel Check-in

Arrive in Lima and transfer to your hotel in Miraflores or Barranco neighborhoods for easy access to local sights and restaurants.
Varies, 1h0m

3:30pm

Explore Miraflores Boardwalk

Walk along the Malecón boardwalk with views over the Pacific Ocean, ideal for your first taste of Lima’s coastal charm.
Free, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at La Mar Cebichería

Enjoy fresh and authentic Peruvian ceviche at La Mar, one of Lima’s top cevicherías, open from 12pm to 11pm.
Approx CAD30-40, 1h30m
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Day 2: Lima City Tour

Lima, Peru on May 18, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at El Pan de la Chola

Start your day with artisan breads and coffee at this popular local bakery, open from 6:30am.
CAD10-15, 1h0m

9:30am

Historic Center of Lima

Visit Plaza Mayor, Lima Cathedral, and the Government Palace in the city’s UNESCO World Heritage historic center. Guided tours typically run until 5pm.
Free - CAD10 for guided tours, 3h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Panchita

Dine on traditional Peruvian Creole dishes like anticuchos at Panchita, open 11:30am to 11pm.
CAD20-30, 1h0m

2:30pm

Larco Museum

Explore pre-Columbian art and ceramics in this renowned museum housed in an 18th-century vice-royal building, open until 9pm.
CAD13, 2h0m

6:30pm

Dinner at Central

Savour a tasting menu from one of Latin America’s best restaurants, Central, open from 7pm (reservation recommended).
CAD100+, 2h0m
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Day 3: Lima to Cusco

Cusco, Peru on May 19, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy a hotel breakfast before your morning flight.
Included or CAD10, 1h0m

9:00am

Flight to Cusco

Fly from Lima to Cusco, approximately 1h20m flight time.
CAD80-150, 1h20m

11:00am

Hotel Check-in and Acclimatization

Check into your hotel and rest to acclimatize to Cusco’s high elevation (3,400m).
Varies, 2h0m

2:00pm

Cusco City Walk

Take a gentle walking tour of the Plaza de Armas and nearby shops.
Free, 2h0m

6:00pm

Dinner at Cicciolina

Enjoy dinner with Mediterranean and Peruvian fusion cuisine, open until 11pm.
CAD30-40, 1h30m
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Day 4: Sacred Valley Tour

Sacred Valley, Peru on May 20, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Hotel

Fuel up early for a full day tour.
Included or CAD10, 1h0m

8:30am

Sacred Valley Tour

Visit Pisac Market and ruins, then continue to Ollantaytambo fortress. Most tours last until 6pm.
CAD50-80 for guided tours, 9h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at El Huacatay

Try local Cusqueña dishes like alpaca steak and quinoa risotto, open until 10pm.
CAD25-35, 1h30m
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Day 5: Machu Picchu Day

Machu Picchu, Peru on May 21, 2025

5:00am

Early train to Aguas Calientes

Depart Cusco or Ollantaytambo by train early to reach Machu Picchu by opening time.
CAD100-150, 3h0m

8:00am

Visit Machu Picchu

Explore the UNESCO World Heritage site, open daily from 6am to 5:30pm, with a guide to learn about Incan history.
Entry CAD60 approx., 4h0m

1:00pm

Lunch in Aguas Calientes

Have lunch at a local restaurant like Indio Feliz, open till 5pm, before returning.
CAD20-30, 1h0m

3:00pm

Return Train to Cusco

Take the afternoon train back to Cusco.
Included in morning cost, 3h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Green Point

Enjoy a vegetarian-friendly relaxed dinner in Cusco, open till 11pm.
CAD15-25, 1h0m
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Day 6: Cusco City Tour

Cusco, Peru on May 22, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Jack’s Café

A favorite spot for hearty breakfasts in Cusco, open from 7am.
CAD10-15, 1h0m

9:30am

Visit Sacsayhuamán and Qorikancha

Explore these major Incan sites near Cusco; guided tours available until late afternoon.
CAD10-20, 4h0m

2:00pm

Lunch at Morena Peruvian Kitchen

Contemporary Peruvian dishes served in a stylish setting, open noon to 10pm.
CAD25-35, 1h0m

3:30pm

San Pedro Market Visit

Experience local market life, perfect for souvenirs and unique food items, open daily till early evening.
Free entry, 1h30m

7:00pm

Dinner at Limo Cocina Peruana & Pisco Bar

Excellent place to try Peruvian pisco cocktails with gourmet dishes, open till midnight.
CAD30-40, 1h30m
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Day 7: Rainbow Mountain Trek

Vinicunca, Peru on May 23, 2025

4:00am

Rainbow Mountain Trek Departure

Depart very early for the full-day trek to Rainbow Mountain, expecting moderately challenging hiking with breathtaking views, tours available daily.
CAD70-100, 9h0m

1:00pm

Lunch on Trek

Meals usually provided during the tour or bring packed lunch; rest and refuel during trek.
Included or CAD10, 30m

6:00pm

Return and Dinner at Morena Kitchen

Relax with a satisfying dinner at Morena after your return.
CAD25-35, 1h0m
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Day 8: Cusco Leisure Day

Cusco, Peru on May 24, 2025

9:00am

Breakfast at Gerardo Coffee

Enjoy specialty coffee and light breakfast in a cozy café.
CAD10-15, 1h0m

10:30am

Free Day for Shopping or Optional Tours

Explore artisan markets, or optional visits to local museums or additional ruins like Tambomachay.
Varies, 4h0m

2:30pm

Lunch at Jack’s Café

Another opportunity to enjoy popular lunch options in town.
CAD10-20, 1h0m

4:00pm

Spa or Relaxation

Consider a relaxing massage or spa visit in Cusco to recuperate.
CAD40-60, 2h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Chicha by Gastón Acurio

Savor innovative Peruvian dishes at Chef Gastón Acurio’s well-known restaurant, open till 10pm.
CAD35-50, 1h30m
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Day 9: Return to Lima

Lima, Peru on May 25, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy your final Cusco breakfast.
Included or CAD10, 1h0m

10:00am

Flight Cusco to Lima

Fly back to Lima for your last two nights.
CAD80-150, 1h20m

12:00pm

Hotel Check-in and Lunch

Check into your Lima hotel and have lunch nearby at Tanta, open 7am-11pm, serving modern Peruvian comfort food.
CAD20-30, 1h0m

2:00pm

Visit Barranco Neighborhood

Explore this bohemian neighborhood’s street art, cafés, and the Puente de los Suspiros bridge.
Free, 3h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Isolina

Traditional Peruvian tavern cuisine in a cozy setting, open until 11pm.
CAD25-35, 1h30m
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Day 10: Final Lima Exploration

Lima, Peru on May 26, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Pan de La Chola

Delightful bakery goods to start your day.
CAD10-15, 1h0m

9:30am

Parque Kennedy and Local Shopping

Browse the shops in the heart of Miraflores and enjoy craft markets around Parque Kennedy, open all day.
Free, 3h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Maido

Experience award-winning Nikkei cuisine blending Peruvian and Japanese flavors, open from 12pm to 3pm and evenings.
CAD80+, 1h30m

3:00pm

Visit Museo de Arte de Lima (MALI)

Peru’s premier art museum with extensive collections, open until 7pm Wednesdays to Sundays.
CAD10, 2h0m

7:00pm

Farewell Dinner at Rafael

Elegant Peruvian dining experience to conclude your trip, open from 7pm till 11pm.
CAD70+, 2h0m
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Day 11: Departure Day

Lima to Toronto on May 27, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy your final breakfast in Peru at your hotel.
Included or CAD10, 1h0m

10:00am

Transfer to Airport

Transfer from hotel to Lima Jorge Chávez International Airport for your return flight to Toronto.
Varies, 1h0m

12:30pm

Flight Lima to Toronto

Board your flight back home, reflecting on an unforgettable Peruvian adventure.
Included in initial fare, 8h0m
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