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Wild Peru Escape: Amazon and Machu Picchu Cruise

Wild Peru Escape: Amazon and Machu Picchu Cruise

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Experience the best of Peru, with the Amazon and Machu Picchu, on this nine-day Wild Peru Escape. Starting in Lima on a Saturday night, stay two nights at Machu Picchu and spend a full day exploring the iconic sanctuary. Next, explore Cusco, imperial capital of the Inca. Then, fly to Iquitos and the Amazon for a five-day voyage aboard Delfin II in Peru’s Pacaya-Samiria National Reserve.

Trip Name
Wild Peru Escape: Amazon and Machu Picchu Cruise
Days
10
Overview
Vessel Type: River Vessel Length: 169 feet / 51.5 meters Passenger Capacity: 42 Built / Reimaged: 2015 / 2017 Delfin III offers an exceptional way to experience Peru’s Upper Amazon, sailing the Ucayali and Marañón rivers year-round with elegance and comfort. Purpose-built to blend luxury with authenticity, this 42-guest, all-suite ship showcases the best of Amazonian-Peruvian culture. It features sustainably crafted furnishings, hand-made textiles, and original art sourced from local communities, which are actively supported through guest contributions. With 30 attentive crew—most hailing from the region—and induction into the prestigious Relais & Châteaux group, Delfin III promises a journey that is both immersive and indulgent. Spread across three decks, the ship features 21 beautifully appointed suites in four categories, including the stunning 597-square-foot Andes Suite with wraparound windows at the bow. Guests can unwind in the panoramic dining room, the open-air sun deck with whirlpool, or the air-conditioned lounge and presentation room. A wellness spa, small gym, and the welcoming open bridge complete the experience. Whether relaxing in the comfort of your suite or taking in the view from a shaded deck chair, life aboard Delfin III is serene, stylish, and deeply connected to the surrounding rainforest.

Itinerary



Day 1 - Day 1 Lima, Peru
Arrive in Lima, Peru’s thriving capital, and transfer to the convenient Wyndham Grand Costa del Sol Lima Airport hotel, located at the airport. Most international flights arrive in the late evening. Opt to arrive early for a Lima pre-voyage extension, staying at the iconic Country Club Lima Hotel. The extension adds just a day to the expedition and gives you a chance to rest, relax and see this UNESCO World Heritage designated city.Arrival Time: Anytime.Arrival City: Lima, Peru
Day 2 - Day 2 Lima / Iquitos / Nauta / Embark Ship
After breakfast, fly via Lima to Iquitos in the Peruvian Amazon basin, and continue overland to the riverside village of Nauta, where the Delfin III awaits. Settle into your cabin and gather for a welcome dinner of fine Peruvian cuisine on board. Tonight, step out on deck to gaze at the magnificent Amazon night sky. Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3 - Days 3-5 Exploring the Pacaya-Samiria Reserve
Explore the Pacaya-Samiria National Reserve, a pristine swath of jungle stretching more than five million acres and harboring some of the Amazon’s most fascinating flora and fauna. The reserve is bordered by the Marañón and the Ucayali, two powerful rivers that converge to create the famed Amazon, which floods annually with nutrient-rich waters and is known locally as the Mirrored Forest for the reflections created by its seasonal glassy water.Set out into this remarkable wilderness on daily excursions by skiff, kayak and, when the water level permits, hikes on dry land. Look for sloths and monkeys, including variably colored saddleback tamarins, noisy howlers and shaggy-tailed monk saki monkeys. Watch for an astounding variety of birds, from tanagers and hummingbirds to parrots and scarlet macaws. In the river, look for massive paiche fish, the Amazon’s largest; rare pink dolphins; and the infamous piranhas.One of the unexpected joys of traveling in the Upper Amazon of Peru is interacting with the local ribereños, the traditional people who live on the riverbanks. Visit the local non-profit Minga Peru, including a program of handicraft development, radio broadcasts, women’s health initiatives and efforts in sustainable farming.Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4 - Day 6 Iquitos / Lima / Cusco
Disembark in Nauta, stopping at the Amazon Rescue Center on the drive to Iquitos. Fly to Cusco via Lima, and check into the Palacio del Inka Hotel, where you'll enjoy dinner and relax after a long day of travel.Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5 - Day 7 Machu Picchu
Drive to Ollantaytambo, where you'll admire the archaeological site and board the scenic train traveling along the Urubamba River to Machu Picchu. Perched at less than 8,000 feet in the “eyebrow of the jungle,” the sanctuary is surrounded by tropical mountain forest with diverse birds and orchids. Linger after daytime visitors have departed, returning to Machu Picchu Pueblo for the train ride back to the Sacred Valley and Tambo del Inka, your hotel for the night. Dinner is served aboard the first-class train.Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6 - Day 8 Sacred Valley / Cusco
Departing your hotel, drive through the Sacred Valley to Chinchero, a typical Andean village, where National Geographic Grantee Nilda Callañaupa puts on a family-style lunch and a demonstration of Inca weaving traditions with the women in her cooperative. Continue to Cusco and check in at the Palacio del Inka in the historic heart of the city. Dinner is on your own tonight to explore the many options. Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 7 - Day 9 Cusco
This morning drive the short distance to Sacsayhuamán, the emblematic site standing over the city from the northern outskirts. Like Machu Picchu, the ceremonial center was built during the reign of Inka Pacachuti. Opt to return to Cusco on foot, walking through the San Blas neighborhood. Tour the ornate 17th-century cathedral and Plaza de Armas, the sacred Inca Temple of the Sun and other treasures of this burgeoning cultural capital and center of the Inca universe, where colonial buildings stand atop Inca foundations. Enjoy lunch in the city center with time to stroll the streets and explore on your own.  Dinner is on your own to delve into the culinary scene in this burgeoning cultural center.Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 8 - Day 10 Cusco / Lima
Fly to Lima and connect to flights home. Ask your expedition specialist about options to extend your stay, including an overnight at the Wyndham Grand Costa del Sol Lima Airport hotel.Departure Time: After 9:00 p.m. local time.Departure City: LimaMeals Included: Breakfast
Day 9 - Please note:
Itineraries are subject to change. 

Trip Dates

StartEndPrice FromRoom Type
23-04-202601-05-2026AUD $15,236Category SU
23-04-202601-05-2026AUD $16,784Category US
23-04-202601-05-2026AUD $18,331Category MS
23-04-202601-05-2026AUD $27,499Category OS
27-04-202605-05-2026AUD $15,236Category SU
27-04-202605-05-2026AUD $16,784Category US
27-04-202605-05-2026AUD $18,331Category MS
27-04-202605-05-2026AUD $27,499Category OS
21-05-202629-05-2026AUD $21,960Category MS
21-05-202629-05-2026AUD $32,939Category OS
21-05-202629-05-2026AUD $18,240Category SU
21-05-202629-05-2026AUD $20,099Category US
04-06-202612-06-2026AUD $18,599Category SU
04-06-202612-06-2026AUD $20,499Category US
04-06-202612-06-2026AUD $22,397Category MS
04-06-202612-06-2026AUD $33,599Category OS
08-06-202616-06-2026AUD $18,599Category SU
08-06-202616-06-2026AUD $20,499Category US
08-06-202616-06-2026AUD $22,397Category MS
08-06-202616-06-2026AUD $33,599Category OS
23-07-202631-07-2026AUD $17,521Category SU
23-07-202631-07-2026AUD $19,300Category US
23-07-202631-07-2026AUD $21,081Category MS
23-07-202631-07-2026AUD $31,622Category OS
27-07-202604-08-2026AUD $17,521Category SU
27-07-202604-08-2026AUD $19,300Category US
27-07-202604-08-2026AUD $21,081Category MS
27-07-202604-08-2026AUD $31,622Category OS
13-08-202621-08-2026AUD $16,758Category SU
13-08-202621-08-2026AUD $18,461Category US
13-08-202621-08-2026AUD $20,164Category MS
13-08-202621-08-2026AUD $30,248Category OS
20-08-202628-08-2026AUD $16,654Category SU
20-08-202628-08-2026AUD $18,351Category US
20-08-202628-08-2026AUD $20,049Category MS
20-08-202628-08-2026AUD $30,075Category OS
24-08-202601-09-2026AUD $16,654Category SU
24-08-202601-09-2026AUD $18,351Category US
24-08-202601-09-2026AUD $20,049Category MS
24-08-202601-09-2026AUD $30,075Category OS
10-09-202618-09-2026AUD $21,967Category SU
10-09-202618-09-2026AUD $24,216Category US
10-09-202618-09-2026AUD $26,464Category MS
10-09-202618-09-2026AUD $39,701Category OS
14-09-202622-09-2026AUD $21,967Category SU
14-09-202622-09-2026AUD $24,216Category US
14-09-202622-09-2026AUD $26,464Category MS
14-09-202622-09-2026AUD $39,701Category OS
05-11-202613-11-2026AUD $18,796Category SU
05-11-202613-11-2026AUD $20,893Category US
05-11-202613-11-2026AUD $22,916Category MS
05-11-202613-11-2026AUD $34,378Category OS
26-11-202604-12-2026AUD $19,754Category SU
26-11-202604-12-2026AUD $21,882Category US
26-11-202604-12-2026AUD $24,010Category MS
26-11-202604-12-2026AUD $36,018Category OS
03-12-202611-12-2026AUD $14,475Category SU
03-12-202611-12-2026AUD $16,022Category US
03-12-202611-12-2026AUD $26,357Category OS

Inclusions

    • Spend a full day exploring the fabled Machu Picchu archaeological site with hand-picked guides
    • Discover the cobbled lanes and monuments of Cusco, imperial capital of the Inca
    • Journey to Iquitos and the Amazon for a five-day voyage aboard the 28-guest Delfin II riverboat, venturing out daily in nimble skiffs and kayaks to explore tributaries brimming with wildlife
    • Explore the flooded forest of Pacaya-Samiria National Reserve with a team of experienced local naturalists
    • Watch for elusive Amazon wildlife, including pink dolphins, monk saki monkeys, piranhas, and scarlet macaws

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