Arrive in Lima where you will be picked up and taken to Country Club Lima Hotel.

In the Historic Center you will explore the Palace of Justice, San Martín Square, Plaza Mayor, Lima Cathedral, and City Hall before entering the monumental San Francisco Convent.

Inside, the Choir Room, Monk’s Library, and Sacristy await with its collection of paintings by Zurbarán and Rivera. Through its beautiful Moorish arches, the Grand Courtyard of the Main Cloister is exquisitely decorated with 16th-century Sevillian tiles. Finally the Underground Crypts, will feel like stepping into the Colonial past.

Watch the changing of the guard at the Government Palace on your walk through the center of Lima.

After lunch at La Casa Tambo, visit the Larco Heritage Museum

Pick up at 7:00 PM to have attend DANSA, a spectacular sensory journey where flavors, rhythms, and aesthetics combine to showcase Peru’s greats prides; Gastronomy and Traditional Dance. With an enveloping atmosphere and quality service, DanSa is an unmissable celebration of Peruvian culture, flavors, and traditions.

Visit to the Miraflores fruit and vegetable market and sample exotic fruits native to Peru. Then you will visit the “Mercado Artesanal de Miraflores” handicrafts and silversmithing center. Lunch at Huaca Pucllana and opportunity to visit the Archaeological Ruins and Huaca site.

Return to the Country Club Hotel for a few hours of relaxation before attending a Pisco tasting experience at Taberna la Botica and learn how to shake a Pisco Sour.

Early pick up to catch the plane to Cusco.

Pass through Chincheros on the way to the Sacred Valley to visit the first archaeological complex of Chincheros and its textile workshops.

Tour of Maras and Moray will include some very interesting visits, including sites that serve as agricultural laboratories and salt production facilities (the latter is still operational). This visit lasts half a day.

Visit the Maras Salt Mine, located in the Sacred Valley. The town’s most striking feature are the uniquely designed doorways of its houses. The town is explored by vehicle.

The road from Maras to Moray is unpaved, but is well worth the effort to see this agricultural laboratory. A natural depression transformed into concentric terraces, resembling a large coliseum. The altitude reaches up to 150 meters, and the temperature difference between the top and bottom of the depression can be as low as 15°C.

You will have lunch at Community Misminai.

Afterward, you will travel to Tambo del Inka Luxury Resort and Spa to enjoy the rest of the afternoon and for your overnight stay.

We will begin our guided tour of the Sacred Valley of the Incas, traveling through the fertile countryside until you reach the ancient and enigmatic fortress of Ollantaytambo, one of the last living Inca towns, comprised of numerous temples and terraces (this complex is one of the great monumental works of the Incas).

Lunch at Restaurant el Albergue.

Harvest vegetables from the garden and cook Pachamanca.

Pachamanca is a traditional Andean culinary technique that consists of cooking food using the heat of hot stones buried in the ground. Typical ingredients include meat (pork, lamb, or chicken), potatoes, sweet potatoes, corn, and aromatic herbs, which are layered on the hot stones. The accumulated heat of the stones slowly cooks the food, giving it a unique and characteristic flavor.

This experience is not only a feast of flavors but also a celebration of the Andean worldview, in which the earth (Pachamama) is considered a source of sustenance and vitality. Participating in a Pachamanca allows you to connect with the local culture and its ancestral traditions, while enjoying a meal prepared in an authentic and sustainable way.

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We will visit the Archaeological Complex and Traditional Artisan Market, continuing the tour along the banks of the Vilcanota River.

Lunch at Tunupa Restaurant. Classic dishes of Cusco from local producers and growers honor the fusion of tradition and modernity.

Return to the Tambo del Inka Hotel to enjoy the breathtaking landscape and luxurious offerings of the hotel.

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Catch the 6am train straight from the hotel terminal to km 104 where your day of hiking starts.

During the excursion you will visit Chachabamba, an ancient Incan ceremonial center and Wiñay Wayna, one of the most beautiful archaeological sites of the Inca Trail.

Hike through the original Inca trails and arrive at Inti Punku, Sun’s Door, to experience a panoramic view of Machu Picchu. Descend towards Machu Picchu to take a bus to Hotel Sumaq in Aguas Calientes.

*This experience is optional and NOT included in the initial price of the trip stated above. If you choose to book this day trip it will replace the day spent in the Sacred Valley. If you are interested in this excursion please note that in the form below.

Early meeting at the train terminal of the same Tambo del Inka hotel, to take the Vistadone Observatory train towards the town of Aguas Calientes.

Vistadome trains are specially designed railway coaches that offer a unique travel experience with features such as large panoramic windows, glass-domed ceilings. These trains provide unobstructed 180-degree views of the stunning landscapes along the journey.

Upon arrival, we will board the bus that will take us to the majestic archaeological site of Machu Picchu, which was discovered in 1911 by the American archaeologist Hiram Bingham. We will have a guided tour of the Sanctuary where we will see the Royal Palace, the Three Windows, the Sun Dial or Intihuatana, the Sacred Plaza, and the Condor, all built with architectural perfection. Afterwards, we will have free time to appreciate the majestic site and take some photographs.

5 Course lunch at the Belmond Sanctuary Lodge-Tampu Restaurant

Return to the town of Aguas Calientes to take your train to Urubamba.

Evening return to Tambo del Inka Hotel for the night.

We will begin our guided tour of the Sacred Valley of the Incas traveling through fertile countryside until we reach the town of Pisac. We will visit the Archaeological Complex and the Traditional Artisan Market, continuing the tour along the banks of the Vilcanota River.

The tour continues with visits to nearby ruins located outside the city, such as Kenko, Puca Pucara, Tambomachay, and the Sacsayhuaman Fortress.

Lunch at Chicha, owned by Gastón Acurio, Peruvian chef and ambassador of Peruvian cuisine. He owns multiple restaurants in various countries, is the author of several books and contributes to culinary magazines. In Peru, he is the host of Finding Gaston, a television show where he explores the passion and inspiration behind Peruvian cuisine all over the country. His restaurants are consistently ranked among the 50 best in the world since 2011.

Overnight stay in Cusco at Aranwa Boutique Hotel.

In the morning you will leave the hotel with your luggage ready and be picked up for the City Tour. You will attractions such as the Plaza de Amas and the Cathedral before visting Qoricancha, the Temple of the Sun and a local market.

After the guided tour you will have free time around the market and time to explore the city center and have lunch on your own (not included in the program).

After the free afternoon you will meet to return to the hotel and grab your luggage before transferring to the airport to return to Lima.

Arrive in Lima and return to the Country Club Hotel.

Start your day by visiting contemporary Lima and taking in a panoramic view of the Central Park of Miraflores and Parque del Amor, looking out over the Pacific Ocean.

Visit to Barranco, including a walk to “El Puente de los Suspiros” and a visit to the viewpoint.

Lunch at Mayta. Owned by Chef Jaime Pesaque and currently ranked 39th in the world.

At this time, for those looking for some rest and relaxation, you can choose to return to the hotel. For those with the energy to continue on, visit the Larcomar shopping center facing the Pacific Ocean.

After some R&R or some lively shopping at the Larcomar Center our day will continue on based on availability of the following activities.

Dinner at Chifa Titi.

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OPTIONAL: An upgraded dinner experience option is available at Maido, ranked 2025’s Best Restaurant in the World. This dining experience is optional and not included in the trip price listed above. Limited availability.

Departure for Paracas, about 3 hours south of Lima.

Free time to enjoy lunch at Paracas Bay before check-in at Paracas Hotel: A Luxury Collection Five-Star Resort

In the afternoon we begin the 4x4 Sand Desert Excursion. We will end in a dune where tents, carpets and heavy appetizers will be waiting for us to dine and watch the sunset and the stars glow before returning to the hotel for the night.

8am departure for the Ballestas Islands excursion where, from our private boat, we will we will see the Candelabra, one of the Nazca lines, then we head into the Paracas National Reserve Park. Rich in biodiversity with a mission to protect both marine and desert ecosystems, experience an abundance of fauna including Humboldt penguins, sea lions, dolphins, and numerous sea birds,

Lunch at Intimar Restaurant in Paracas Bay with your feet in the sand and endulge in their specialty; scallops that grow in front of the restaurant in the bay.

Return to the hotel for 2pm departure back to Lima.

Dinner at Osaka, renowned for Nikkei cuisine. For those looking to enjoy a nice cocktail with a beautiful view, Kero Lounge is on the top floor and serves amazing cocktails!

Free morning for a final exploration of Lima.

Visit Larco Mar for some last minute shopping at the artisan market, have lunch at one of the many great restaurants at Miraflores. Transportation will be provided.

In the evening you will depart to the airport and say goodbye to Peru.

The Country Club Lima Hotel was distinguished as the best hotel in Peru and the fourth best in South America in the prestigious 2024 Readers' Choice Awards and ranked among the top 10% of the most popular hotels in the world in the 2024 Travellers' Choice Awards.

This Five-Star hotel will not disappoint with its own on-property culinary accolades and Bar Ingles, birthplace of the Pisco Sour, with nearly a century of legacy so you can experience a piece of Lima’s nightlife just steps away from your room.

Tambo del Inka, a luxury resort and spa, is nestled in the heart of the Sacred Valley of the Incas and provides you with a gateway to the vast cultural richness of this region.

Expect dramatic views of the Andes Mountains and the Vilcanota River, private gardens, refined dining options featuring organic and local products, refreshing cocktails, and therapeutic spa options. Truly something for everyone to enjoy.

Aranwa Cusco Boutique Hotel, a 5-star retreat awaits in the heart of magical Cusco. This Boutique hotel-museum, built in a magnificent colonial mansion, will transport you to the splendor of the 16th century while you enjoy an experience of unparalleled comfort.

Hotel Paracas, a Luxury Collection Resort, sits on a world-class property with a private dock, exquisite local and international cuisine, rare nature experiences near Raspon Beach and one of the only luxury spas in Paracas, Peru.

Sumaq Hotel is ocated at the foot of Machu Picchu, this 5 star hotel is complete with refurbished interiors inspired by thousands of years of Andean culture.

*This hotel is part of an add-on excursion and will change the overall price of your trip. *