Day 1
Arrive in Lima
Travel via private transfer to the JW Marriott Hotel Lima, where a room with a stunning ocean view awaits you. This evening, begin your luxurious Peru tour by indulging in the culinary creations of chef Jaime Pesaque at SAPIENS.
Accommodation: JW Marriott Hotel Lima (Ocean View Room) or similar
Meals Included: Dinner
Day 2
Lima
Explore Lima's key landmarks like the Cathedral and Government Palace and choose between the San Francisco Monastery's catacombs or the Torre de Tagle Palace and Reserve Bank Museum. Visit the historic Casa Aliaga, enjoy a fresh seafood lunch, and wander through Barranco, Lima's artistic hub. Conclude with an exclusive visit to the home and studio of famous sculptor Victor Delfin.
Accommodation: JW Marriott Hotel Lima (Ocean View Room) or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 3
Lima- Cusco- Sacred Valley
In the Sacred Valley, Quechua scholar Nilda Callañaupa Alvarez imparts the history and culture of traditional Peruvian Cusqueñan textile weaving at the Centre for Traditional Textiles of Cusco.
Accommodation: Tambo del Inka or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4
Sacred Valley
Discover ancient salt mining methods from a local miner, a craft handed down across generations. Delve into Peru's rich history while enjoying a traditional caja china lunch. Then, experience a warm welcome to the Sacred Valley by a local shaman through a customary blessing ceremony.
Accommodation: Tambo del Inka or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 5
Sacred Valley- Machu Picchu
Embark on the scenic Vistadome train towards Machu Picchu, stopping for a riverside lunch by the Vilcanota River, then continue with a guided stroll through the mesmerizing cloud forest. Choose to master the art of tea-making at a local tea plantation or explore the world's largest private collection of indigenous orchids.
Accommodation: Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6
Machu Picchu
Upon reaching the mysterious Machu Picchu, a Local Expert will bring Incan history to life, highlighting the Temple of the Sun, Sacred Plaza, and Intihuatana. Enjoy an authentic Andean lunch, then choose between absorbing the majestic views of Machu Picchu or embarking on a twilight nature walk in the Pueblo, featuring ancient Pre-Inca pictographs.
Accommodation: Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7
Machu Picchu- Cusco
Experience a traditional Pachamanca, an ancient Peruvian feast cooked underground, evoking a journey back to prehistoric times. Encounter local wildlife and enjoy the views from San Cristobal. Then, settle into your accommodation, a mansion in Cusco with five centuries of history.
Accommodation: Palacio del Inka, Collection Hotel or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 8
Cusco
Explore the historic ruins of Sacsayhuman in Cusco. Tailor your day to your interests: either return to Cusco to visit the San Blas church and its vibrant artistic neighbourhood, followed by a trip to San Pedro market for local shopping and insights into Peruvian produce. Alternatively, hike to the remote Tambo Machay ruin, then enjoy a scenic 6km walk downhill, passing through Puca Pucara and Qenquo ruins, finishing in the San Blas district.
Accommodation: Palacio del Inka, Collection Hotel or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 9
Cusco- Puno
Explore the revered burial grounds of Sillustani at your leisure. Then, head to Puno for your stay at the GHL Hotel Lago Titicaca, located on the private Esteves Island, where a stunning lakeside sunset awaits you.
Accommodation: GHL Hotel Lago Titicaca or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 10
Puno
Embark on a private Lake Titicaca cruise with your Local Expert to witness the amazing Uros Floating Islands, constructed entirely of reeds. Visit Amantani Island for a farm-to-table lunch with a local family, followed by a walk through ancient ruins and terraced hillsides, enjoying scenic views over the lake.
Accommodation: GHL Hotel Lago Titicaca or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 11
Puno- Lima
Head back to Lima and settle in at the JW Marriott Hotel in the lively Miraflores District. Enjoy an exquisite dinner at Matria, where chef Arlette Eulert Checa impresses with her innovative and seasonal culinary creations.
Accommodation: JW Marriott Hotel Lima (Ocean View Room) or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 12
Depart Lima
As your Peruvian journey comes to a close, depart with your private transfer to the aiport homebound.
Meals Included: Breakfast
