A romantic getaway in Peru is waiting for you. Stroll the cosmopolitan city of Lima, and visit its historic and modern sections of the city. Taste the savory Ceviche and have a delightful Pisco Sour in one of the finest restaurants in Lima. Admire the beautiful landscapes of the lush Sacred Valley and marvel at the sites of Pisac, Ollantaytambo, Chinchero, Maras, and Moray. An enjoyable scenic train ride to Aguas Calientes for an awe-inspiring visit to the magical Citadel, Machu Picchu. Walk around the ancient city of Cusco, once the capital of the Incas, and immerse yourself in its beauty and charm touring the Cathedral, Qoricancha, Sacsayhuaman, and Qenko. Finally, Relish in nature wandering in the pristine Amazon surrounded by wildlife and beauty.
Discover, Lima, the capital of Peru, with its beautiful beaches, its colonial and historical neighborhoods, and its fine restaurants to savor the famous Peruvian Cuisine.
Arrive in Lima, where our View Peru representative will be waiting to welcome you and escort you to the hotel of your choice. On the way, you will receive a briefing of your itinerary. Once you are settled in at your hotel enjoy your first day in Peru at leisure. In the evening, you will be taken to enjoy a fantastic dining experience at one of the best restaurants in Lima. After dinner, we will take you to our hotel for a most comfortable sleep.
A gastronomic tour feeding your palette with exquisite flavors of Peru!
This morning after a lovely breakfast, the chef will greet and meet you at your hotel to start the tasty gourmet tour in private transport.
Visit Barranco the bohemian art district, sip some aromatic organic Peruvian coffee in a lovely cafe. Then visit the local market where you will see the vendors and locals engage in everyday life and taste some exotic fruits. Admire amazing views of Miraflores facing the Pacific Ocean, taste exclusive selections of Peru’s cuisine and toast the famous Pisco Sour, and visit multiple neighborhoods. Finally, savor an exquisite lunch at the Huaca Pucllana Restaurant amidst the pre-Incan ruins. After an incredible time exploring the gastronomic scene in Lima, return to your hotel. The rest of the day at leisure to wander around the cosmopolitan city.
BEAUTY, HISTORY, AND CULTURE IN THE SACRED VALLEY.
After a delicious breakfast, our staff will pick you up at a convenient time according to your flight schedule to Cusco. At the Cusco airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our friendly View Peru Representative, that will introduce you to our professional guide. Take a scenic drive to the rich Sacred Valley with its picturesque landscapes. Stop at the Awanacancha Llama Farm to see the lovely camelids. We will go forward passing the town of Pisac and up the hill to the ruins with the same name surrounded by terraces and spectacular views. Then, an optional visit to the Pisac market or continue to Urubamba to enjoy a delectable Peruvian lunch. After a delightful lunch, we will leave you at your hotel to relax surrounded by the Andes Mountains in nature.
TRADITIONAL COLORFUL WEAVING DEMONSTRATION IN CHINCHERO, MARAS SALT FLATS STRETCHED OUT IN THE ANDES, AND THE MORAY CIRCULAR TERRACES.
After a delicious breakfast, our guide will escort you to the charming village of Chinchero which is higher in altitude than Cusco and surrounded by breathtaking views. Stroll to the ruins and then a colorful traditional weaving demonstration using natural dyes made from insects, flowers, and others. Enjoy a luscious lunch before continuing a cultural experience. Now, we will go to the Maras Salt Flats, a wonderful vision laid out in front of you to see how the salt is gathered. A scenic drive to the Moray circular terraces amidst the Andes Mountains, where you will catch incredible views. It is believed this site was used as an agricultural laboratory by the Incas. After a fantastic time, it is time to return to your hotel to enjoy its amenities.
EXPLORE THE INCA TOWN OF OLLANTAYTAMBO, AND A BRILLIANT TRAIN RIDE TO AGUAS CALIENTES (MACHU PICCHU TOWN).
Today after a delicious breakfast, we set off with your guide to the Inca town of Ollantaytambo. You can still see the Incan architecture present in the homes and streets. Tour the archeological site that was built facing town, a strategic construction by the Incas. Wander around town with your guide and then take pleasure in a scenic train ride to Aguas Calientes. Upon your arrival, our guide will escort you to your comfortable hotel. The rest of the day at leisure to walk around town. Enjoy a flavorful dinner at your hotel.
SWEETHEARTS TOUCHED BY THE MAGIC OF MACHU PICCHU!
After a delicious breakfast, take a shuttle bus ride with your guide, for 30 minutes to the mystical site of Machu Picchu (2430 m. / 7972.4 ft). Stroll with your well-versed guide through the Citadel as he gives magnificent theories behind the genius structure of Machu Picchu. Walk by the many temples and corridors admiring the genius stonework and feeling the positive loving energy left behind by the Incas. Once you have fully relished in its beauty and taken many perfect photos, we exit the park. Optional: If you are up to it, hike the steep climb to the top of Huayna Picchu for spectacular views. Otherwise, enjoy an exquisite lunch at the Belmond Sanctuary Lodge. Later you will take the bus back to Aguas Calientes, to proceed to board the Luxury Hiram Bingham train. Take a pleasurable train ride watching a cultural live show and having an exquisite dinner on board. Upon arrival at the Poroy station, our View Peru Representative will escort you in private transport to your hotel in Cusco
Immerse yourself in the ambiance of Cusco, its history and culture, and incredible Inca Ruins,
Today after an appetizing breakfast, our guide will greet you at your hotel to start a wonderful tour of the city of Cusco, Sacsayhuaman, and Qenko.
The first stop will be at the Qoricancha Sun Temple, a marvelous shrine that was built with religious prophecies during the Inca apogee. Following the tour, we will visit the Plaza de Armas of Cusco (the main square), where our guide will be intensifying the information about the construction and history behind the Cathedral and its beautiful architecture. Then walk up the steps to San Blas, the artist district to admire Cusco`s unique art and lovely plaza. We will take a short drive up above Cusco taking in the lovely scenery. Visit the impressive Inca complex of Sacsayhuaman with its huge boulders and magnificent presence. As you cross its massive opening it will leave you in awe, your guide will explain that this site was built for the Incas using rocks weighing up to 180 tons which they managed to fit perfectly. The next stop is another mysterious site named Qenqo which means labyrinth. This site is very interesting as it is a rocky construction that hides subterranean passages in its interior. It is also believed this was a ceremonial place where the Incas used to possibly embalm their dead and make sacrifices. We will return to Cusco and enjoy lunch in a fine Peruvian Restaurant. Rest of the day at leisure.
GOURMET COOKING CLASS PREPARING PERUVIAN DELECTABLE DISHES WITH FRESH INGREDIENTS.
After a lovely breakfast, our Chef, will meet you at your hotel and go to the San Pedro Market. A cultural experience is waiting, observing the local`s everyday activities, and catching sight of the many exotic fruits, and ingredients that will go into your special dish. Now it`s time to participate in a hands-on cooking class with our professional chef. He or she will guide you in preparing a refreshing Pisco Sour, that you can drink while preparing a famous Peruvian dish of Ceviche or Lomo Saltado or other. Then it’s time to savor your sumptuous dish prepared by your own hands. After a great time, return to your hotel and explore Cusco at your leisure. In the early evening our guide, will greet you at your hotel and walk to one of Cusco`s finest Restaurants for a farewell dinner. Return to your hotel and rest.
Heavenly times discovering the Amazon of Peru!
Today, after an exquisite breakfast, it’s time to say farewell to Cusco with an escorted transfer to the airport for your flight to Puerto Maldonado. Upon arrival in Puerto Maldonado, receive a warm welcome from our staff. You will go by road in private transportation to the pier where our boat is waiting to start the splendid Amazon adventure. Take a 45-minute ride on the Madre de Dios River admiring the open jungle, to the eco-lodge of Reserva Amazonica. The host will greet you and give you a briefing on the area and upcoming tours. Then enjoy a stroll in the pristine jungle with your guide. Enjoy a delectable dinner and then take a twilight river excursion to observe the nocturnal world. Sleep comfortably tonight.
Wake up in Amazon with nature and wildlife!
After a delicious buffet breakfast in the early morning, visit Sandoval Lake, located in the Tambopata National Reserve. You will board a dugout wooden canoe, paddle through mangroves, and drift into Lake Sandoval, home to many beautiful bird species, the giant river otter, red howler monkeys, black caimans, and other wildlife that will leave you mesmerized. Then return to have a delicious lunch at our eco-lodge. After lunch, the adventure begins, climbing the sophisticated Inkaterra canopy walk. Observe the amazing views of the rainforest catching sight of woodpeckers, bright-colored toucans, monkeys, and others. What a thrilling time! Then enjoy the Anaconda walk in the ecosystem admiring many species of amphibians, birds, mammals, maybe spot snakes, and the flora and immense trees that are abundant. Return to the lodge and have a lovely dinner.
Farewell Peru and thank you for the amazing time!
This morning enjoy an exquisite breakfast. Take pleasure in walking around Reserva Amazonica, admiring the beautiful birds, the vibrant orchid garden, and more. We will retrace your boat ride and transfer to the airport to connect to your flight to Lima.
Note: We could add more nights in the Amazon.
