Detailed Itinerary
Day 1-2: Lima
Arrive in vibrant and exciting Lima, where a authentic Gastronomy experience awaits! Meet an expert chef, discover local markets where the best produced is found and learn about how to make some Peruvian delicacies. Enjoy your creations with a Pisco Sour tasting. Relax in your beautiful boutique hotel and soak up all the city has to offer in style.
Day 3- 5: The Amazon
Head to the Amazon for the best wildlife and nature experience, all while staying on a luxurious 5* Boat in your own Suite. Go in search of birds, playful monkeys, sloths and maybe the famous Pink Dolphins! Your time here is spent waking early for incredible sunsets, heading out on nature walks, jumping on skiffs to seek out the largest trees in the jungle, along high top canopy walkways and even Kayaking and stand up paddle boarding to search for wildlife in a slower more serene style. After day meandering the waters and ticking off your wildlife wish list ,enjoy the luxurious comfort of the Delfin III Boat; with fine dining, a sundeck, a gym and uninterrupted views from your suite. This his how you do luxury in Peru.
Day 6 – 9: Sacred Valley
One of the best things to do in Peru is time spent in the Sacred Valley. There is so much variety to see and enjoy here; scenery, people, culture and wildlife. A truly memorable experience is our flagship community immersion activity – a day with the Misminay Community. Try your hand at brick making, cookery, Quecha lessons, textile weaving and hike to lookout points all the while hearing the local peoples stories and history. An important cultural experience that helps towards sustaining the community. On your other days spent exploring the Sacred Valley you can go mountain biking between the fascinating sites of Maras and Moray, take a full day trek to Huchuy Qusqo archaeological complex, witness a reforestation project, go kayaking along the beautiful Piuray Lagoon to discover rare birds and stunning natural surroundings. Be amongst nature and scenery as you really take time to soak up this amazing valley.
Day 10-13: Cusco & Machu Picchu
The famous Machu Picchu. Start your private tour of one the Seven Wonders of the Modern World. Explore the famous Inca citadel with its incredible ruins, terraces and photogenic alpacas, while marvelling at the stunning backdrop of Huayna Picchu Mountain. From the area’s high point we’ll be able to take in Machu Picchu from above: it’s quite a spectacle.
After an optional second morning visit to Machu Picchu, we travel to charming Cusco. This was once the capital of the Inca Empire, and today is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and vibrant town. Take in all the key historic spots, from the grand colonial Plazas de Armas to the Inca Koricancha Temple, up to the imposing fortress of Sacsayhuaman and Q’enqo ceremonial site. Spend time exploring the iconic San Pedro Market for a taste (literally) of modern Cusco. On your spare day choose from a range of really unique and private activities, as well as keeping time to explore, try some delicious food and relax in your 5* colonial mansion hotel. A fitting finale to your luxury Peru adventure.
15 days from £6500 pp
Based on two adults sharing, travelling in low season, subject to availability
Includes
All accommodation, excursions, and transport, including Ecuador to Galapagos return airfare
Excludes
International flights, travel insurance and tips