The Ultimate 17-Day Peru Itinerary

Go from scattered research to a fully mapped-out Peru itinerary with this comprehensive 35-page travel guide featuring must-see destinations, practical tips, and insider advice.

Planning a trip to Peru can feel overwhelming.

If you’re asking yourself:

“Can I visit Machu Picchu without going through a tour agency?”

“What’s the best way to comfortably travel between places?”

“How much do I need to worry about altitude sickness?”

“Are there real cultural experiences that don’t feel like a tourist trap?”

Then you’re in the right place!

I spent hours researching every route, hotel, and tour. I navigated website crashes, conflicting information, and language barriers to design a 17-day itinerary that felt intentional, immersive, and realistic.

Most importantly, I did it all without relying on a tour agency (which costs extra money) or ChatGPT (which often spews incorrect travel advice).

I wanted the trip to be uniquely ours, and at our own pace.

And if you’ve been seeing the magical moments on my Instagram, you know it ended up being the trip of a lifetime.

Now, I’m sharing it all with you, so that you can enjoy that same kind of independent and immersive trip without the overwhelm of figuring it out alone.

From the best 10-hour luxury train ride across the Andes and glamping under the desert stars to Machu Picchu circuit strategy and altitude planning, this 35-page guide walks you through the entire journey step-by-step.

It’s the full blueprint of my trip, and it’s going to save you hours of research and money on third party providers.

Here’s what you can expect:

• A complete day-by-day itinerary (17 days mapped out clearly)
• Transportation details between each destination
• Restaurant, hotel, and tour recommendations
• Direct booking links for streamlined planning
• Machu Picchu circuit breakdowns + ticket tips
• Rainbow Mountain & altitude preparation advice
• Cultural homestay guidance for Lake Titicaca
• Ethical travel insights + language tips for deeper connection
• Hacks for navigating difficult booking websites
• My personal packing list
• Articles I’ve written on what to do and eat in Cusco
• Personal insight on how to structure each day intentionally

Here are the locations in the itinerary:

• Lima, Cusco, Machu Picchu, Sacred Valley, Red Valley/Rainbow Mountain, Lake Titicaca (Uros, Amantanti and Taquile), Arequipa, Huacachina

The research is done, the logistics are mapped out, the mistakes have already been made (by me 😅).

Now all that’s left is for you to experience it ♥️

So, ready to stop toggling between 27 browser tab and start planning Peru with clarity?!

Grab the guide below!🥳