Peru is magical, spectacular, fantastic and many more adjectives said by its visitors.
Peru is a country that has it all. Great jungle full of species and spectacular cruises.
Andean zone, full of mountains, beautiful weather, smiling people, colors, flavors and wonders of the world.
Lima, the capital city full of colonial and modern charm. With everything you can expect from a cosmopolitan capital and with one of the best foods in the world.
Beaches, both in the capital and in the north of the country.
And much, much more
The whole Andean area of Peru is spectacular. But if we must talk about a special region, we can refer to Cusco.
Cusco
In Cusco, every corner is filled with history, as the ancient capital of Peru (during the Inca Empire) still preserves remnants of the most important power of this ancient civilization.
The ancient history can be felt in every step you take through the streets of its towns, which seem to have stopped in time. Its cities are riddled with so much mysticism that you will not want to leave. And if you have to depart, there will always be a burning desire inside you to return as soon as possible.
Cusco has a wide variety of luxury hotels; from Belmond, Marriott, Hilton and many others, in addition to a large number of hotels of different categories.
It also has trains that make a wonderful route to the lost city of the Incas, Machu Picchu.
But the most important thing is who you expect to meet in Cusco and its surroundings, and for that is the company of high level of service and attention, View Peru & Signatures.
How to arrive to Cusco
The best and shortest way is by plane, a one-hour flight from Lima or Arequipa.
And by land from Puno (7 hours by tourist bus)
Luxury experiences in Cusco that you cannot miss
Talking about the best experiences is never ending because each and every one of them has a story and a reason for being. Let’s start with the best Machu Picchu can be reached by train or via the Inca Trail.
Machu Picchu
Machu Picchu is an Inca citadel located high in the Andes Mountains of Peru, above the Urubamba River valley. It was built in the 15th century and later abandoned, and is famous for its sophisticated dry-stone walls that combine huge blocks without the use of mortar, fascinating buildings that relate to astronomical alignments, and its panoramic views. Its exact use remains a mystery.
Inca Trail
Spirituality was one of the fingers in the hands that built Machu Picchu. The Incas were devoted to the Sun God Inti. It was by Inti’s graces that the earth was nourished and the harvests were either blessed or cursed. The Incas believed that the mountains (Apus) were holy, so as a result of the stunning mountain landscapes that are seen along the trail, it is widely accepted that along the route of pilgrimage the Incas would perform religious ceremonies and rituals to honor the mountains and their sacred peaks. Hiking the Inca Trail is an experience which should inspire excitement, invoke a little bit of fear, stoke jealousy amongst your friends, and stir a sense of wander in your soul.
Luxury Train in Cusco
The Peru Rail Titicaca train offers the Titicaca Train (day service) and the Andean Explorer (with overnight). An unforgettable journey linking the magical cities of Cusco and Puno. Spend a full day crossing the Peruvian Andes between the shores of the mystical Lake Titicaca and the Imperial City of the Incas in an unparalleled experience featuring top-notch service
Ride this exclusive train through the gorgeous landscapes on a journey lasting around ten and a half hours. Spend incredible moments during your journey, tasting a delicious Pisco Sour, our national drink and delicious gourmet cuisine listening to typical music that takes you to the Inca ancestors
The other route is from Cusco to Machu Picchu Pueblo; the Hiram Bingham Luxury train offers a round trip. Since you arrive to the train station a musical show awaits you and the crew offers you, even before boarding, some refreshing drinks ideal for your trip. Once he boards the train, he realizes the luxury and charm that has been carefully prepared. All meals, guides, transportation included. There are also very different other first class and tourist services
Ollantaytambo town & Fortress
Ollantaytambo is surrounded by snow-capped mountains. It is known for its ruins, a huge Inca fort with large stone terraces on a hillside. Some of the most important sites in the complex are the Temple of the Sun and the fountain of the Princesses’ Baths. The historic center has cobblestone streets and adobe buildings from the time of the Incas; this town has won international awards.
Cusco Town
The Incas considered Cusco to be the “navel of the world”, capital of the Empire and the center from which lines of spiritual power, or “ceques” radiated to all key points of their cosmological universe.
Magic city, with a life of its own, full of charm in every corner. Churches, nearby monuments, colors, aromas and flavors. Cusco is that and much more including its bars and restaurants and an intense night life
Maras & Moray
The famous Maras salt. These saltpans create an impressive spectacle: hundreds of pure white pools, around which it is possible to walk. And local people offer every imaginable product made from this precious salt, even chocolates! Maras is also home to the Moray Archaeological Complex, where circular agricultural terraces, or “muyus” were excavated from the earth to create different microclimates, as part of what is said to have been an Inca agricultural research station.
San Blas Artisan Neighborhood
This neighborhood of craftspeople, narrow streets and hidden corners harbors many of the secrets of the imperial city. Home to traditional old families engaged in folk art, this is a paradise of stone and colonial-era houses, lost in time and picturesque beneath the bright Cusco sky.
At night it is a different story. The neighborhood is transformed into a kaleidoscope of partying, color and music that is truly irresistible.
Peruvian Cuisine
This topic is so important that it should have its own special place. Peruvian cuisine has experienced a boom in recent years, being recognized as one of the most varied and richest in the world. Its fusion of pre-Hispanic, European, African and Asian flavors has been the result of a culinary crossbreeding that has been developed over centuries.
This cuisine has won mentions and awards worldwide as the best culinary destination and many international awards to different restaurants in the area. The last one to be mentioned has been Central named The World’s Best Restaurant 2023, the number one spot in the list of the World’s 50 Best Restaurants 2023. And awards have been continued in 2024
And believe us, there are more, much more
