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.

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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 tabs and start planning Peru with clarity?!
Grab the guide below!🥳
$19.97 $24.97 
“As someone who is completely obsessed with planning the perfect itinerary (and I mean OBSESSED 😅), I don’t say this lightly… but this Peru itinerary is EXACTLY how I would have created it myself.
Every single detail is thought through. It’s not just a basic list of places to see, it’s a full, day-by-day breakdown that tells you exactly how to spend your time without feeling overwhelmed. From hotel recommendations to how to structure your days, from dinner spots to practical tips about altitude sickness before heading to Cusco, it literally has everything you need.
What I loved most is how aesthetically pleasant and organised it is. It’s clear, easy to follow, and actually will make planning exciting instead of stressful. You can tell it was created by someone who genuinely understands what travellers need not just pretty photos, but real, useful guidance.
If you’re visiting Peru and want to feel confident, prepared, and inspired before you even land, this is it. It saves you hours (honestly, days) of research and gives you a clear plan while still leaving room to enjoy the magic of the trip.
As someone who takes itineraries very seriously, I highly, highly recommend getting it. It’s the kind of guide that makes you feel like your trip is already half planned in the best possible way 🤍”
-Deborah

What travelers are saying about the guide

“I just finished going through the 17-day Peru guide and wanted to say wow! Kiawna has done such amazing research, and her guide is literally packed with tons of useful info. It is a very well-structured and well-written resource that I can tell she put a lot of heart into!
I particularly loved the technical hacks, like her tips on using a VPN for LATAM flights and the workarounds for the Machu Picchu booking site—those are such huge time-savers! I also really appreciated the cultural depth she included, specifically the focus on Quechua and the "off-the-beaten-path" hotel recommendations like the stay in Barranco and that stunning lodge in Uros.
I also love that the itinerary doesn’t feel rushed at all! Kiawna has included so many details that most guides oversee, from the specific altitudes for each stop and the advice for altitude sickness, to the food, souvenirs, and even the mosquito sprays. This is going to save everyone so much planning time!
Thanks Kiawna for putting such a detailed and thoughtful guide together!”
- Alessia
“Kiawna’s Peru guide is an invaluable resource for planning your trip to Peru. It provides clear, practical and helpful advice as well as thoughtful insights on everything from culture to language. It demystifies the process of getting to places like Machu Picchu if you’re travelling outside of an organised trip.
The recommendations feel genuine and well researched and have provided me a list of places I might have otherwise missed on my trip. The guide was easy to navigate and covers most of the big stops people head for when travelling Peru. It will definitely enhance your experience- I’d recommend it for anyone travelling Peru!”
- Rhiannon