Itinerary Summary

Day	Place	Highlights	Hotel Options
1 - 3	Lima	Monastery of San Francisco, Plaza Mayor, UNESCO World Heritage Site	Atemporal, Hotel B
3 - 5	Sacred Valley	Pisac, Ollantaytambo, Maras, Moray, Chincheros, River Rafting, Horseback Riding	Sol y Luna, Belmond Rio Sagrado
5 - 6	Machu Picchu Pueblo	UNESCO World Heritage Site Machu Picchu, Wayna or Huayna Picchu, Sun Gate, Aguas Calientes	Sumaq, Inkaterra Machu Picchu
6 - 8	Cusco	UNESCO World Heritage Site, Koricancha, Tambomachay, Qenko, Puca Pucara, Sacsayhuaman	Belmond Monasterio, Belmond Palacio Nazarenas
8 - 11	Mancora	Beach, Relaxation	DCO Suites, Kichic Hotel Boutique
11 - 11	Lima	Monastery of San Francisco, Plaza Mayor, UNESCO World Heritage Site

Itinerary Details

Day 1 - 3

International Arrival

Transfer to your hotel

Lima

2 Nights

Peru’s capital city enjoys a great location directly on the Pacific coast and boasts of spectacular views, elegant neighborhoods, historical districts and a vibrant assortment of cultures.

Included Activities

Lima Culinary and City Tour
Enjoy a wonderful culinary-inspired tour of Lima where you will learn of the burgeoning Peruvian culinary scene and popular art. Test your senses by tasting the products in a local market, visit Chinatown (the largest in South America!) to sample some Peruvian-Chinese fusion food and tour the Historic Centre of Lima observing its important monuments. As a special treat, you will try the exquisite Peruvian Creole dishes of a recognized and awarded local chef. You will also visit a local restaurant where you will be able to go in the kitchen to partake in the making of ceviche with an awarded chef, a great gastronomic experience! Finally walk around the streets of charming Barranco neighborhood, which is described in the book ‘La Ciudad y Los Perros’ by famed Peruvian author Mario Vargas Llosa, and visit a private collection of the best Peruvian handicrafts. (Full-day tour, Private Activity, Lunch Included)

Dinner at Astrid & Gaston La Barra
One of the highlights of the Peruvian capital is the award-winning restaurant ” Astrid y Gaston ” headed by top local chef Gaston Acurio. Experience a culinary journey through the various regions of Peru , in the relaxed atmosphere of ” La Barra ” , which is referred to as a “modern tavern ” by the chef , a place where every day anew the flavors of Peru are celebrated . Take this opportunity to visit this world famous restaurant, which is otherwise fully booked months in advance . Non – alcoholic beverages are included in the menu . Note: the restaurant is closed on Sunday night.

Hotel Options

Atemporal – Opt 1

Room	Lab+
Meals
Style	Boutique

Hotel B – Opt 2

Room	Chamber
Meals	Breakfast
Style	Boutique

Day 3 - 5

Transfer to the airport

Flight from Lima to Cusco

Private transfer from Cusco to Sacred Valley (60 km, 1.5 hrs)

Sacred Valley

2 Nights

The Sacred Valley of the Incas (Valle Sagrado de los Incas) is reachable via Cusco, and links this erstwhile capital of the Incan Empire with the citadel in Machu Picchu.

Included Activities

Visit to Machu Picchu by Vistadome Train from Sacred Valley
The most iconic archeological wonder of South America is yours to explore. Travel to the lost city of the Incas via Vistadome train before spending an afternoon at the sacred citadel with a private guide from Machu Picchu town. Learn about the human ingenuity required to construct the site and ponder its many mysteries. Marvel at the surroundings and soak in the wonders of this magical place, hidden amongst the green summits of the high Andean cloud forest. (06:30 to 18:00, Private Activity, Lunch Included)

Half day Cooking class (only if you stay at Sol y Luna Hotel)
At the hotel’s Wayra restaurant enjoy an interactive cooking class. Working with the restaurant’s chef, experience both the theory and practice of local Andean Peruvian cuisine. Prepare a seasonal menu reflecting the present agricultural bounty of the Sacred Valley. Finish with your prepared meal at the chef’s table. (Private Activity.)

Visit to Chincheros Town, Maras Salt Mines and Moray Ruins
On this full-day privately guided excursion you will visit the beautiful colonial town of Chincheros as well as the spectacular Incan sites of Maras and Moray. Start your morning at the fascinating Maras Salt mines which feature more than 100 small pools fed by a salt-water mountain spring that is interconnected by channels. It still remains in use today by the community and represents an important income for numerous families in the area. In the afternoon, you will head along a dirt road towards another typical Andean village called Moray; famed for being an Inca agricultural experimental center. Both these ancient sites and your visit to Chincheros, will take your breath away and leave you fascinated by the mysteries of the Incan civilization. (From 09:00 to 17:00, Private Activity, Lunch Included)

MIL Gastronomic Lab
Located in the high Andes with a privileged overview of Moray – an unusual Inca site of several terraced circular depressions that were likely used as an agricultural laboratory -, MIL’s architecture has been designed to merge with local nature and culture. This new project is in collaboration with Mater initiative – a biological and cultural research center that supports the famous Central Restaurant in Lima, voted the world’s 5th best restaurant. Just like our Inca ancestors and their agricultural research at Moray, the project will investigate and cultivate local ingredients, and the stories behind them, for integration into the MIL menu which promises dishes inspired by ancestral cuisine with the ingenious touch that characterizes this renowned chef. (Included: 8-step menu tasting. Duration: 2.5 hours)

Hotel Options

Sol y Luna – Opt 1

Room	Sol Y - Casita Superior
Meals	Breakfast
Style	Lodge

Belmond Rio Sagrado – Opt 2

Room	Rio-Garden Junior Suite
Meals	Breakfast
Style	Resort

Day 5 - 6

Transfer to the train station

Morning Vistadome train from Sacred Valley to Machu Picchu (1.5 hrs)

Machu Picchu Pueblo

1 Night

The ruins of Machu Picchu are one of the most beautiful and enigmatic ancient sites in the world.

Included Activities

Re-entry to Machu Picchu Ruins
Take a second day to explore the famous ruins of Machu Picchu. Independently view the ruins again, deepening your impressions and gaining a richer understanding and appreciation for this amazing world wonder. (Machu Picchu opens at 06:00. Independently tour Machu Picchu.)

Hotel Options

Sumaq – Opt 1

Room	Superior Deluxe
Meals	Half Board
Style	Lodge

Inkaterra Machu Picchu – Opt 2

Room	Superior Room
Meals	Half Board
Style	Lodge

Day 6 - 8

Afternoon Vistadome train from Machu Picchu to Cusco-Poroy (3.5 hrs)

Transfer from train station to Cusco (10 km, 0.50 hr)

Cusco

2 Nights

Cusco is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and an amazing amalgam of an Inca capital and colonial city.

Included Activities

Private City Tour in Cusco and visit to Incan ruins
Discover Cusco’s heart and the secrets of the Incan Empire on a half-day tour with a private guide. Here colonial flair and Incan culture combine to create a fascinating atmosphere. The highlights will include the Main Square and Cathedral, Santo Domingo Convent, Sacsayhuaman Fortress, and Inca ruins of Qenko, Puca-Pucara and Tambomachay which you will visit as you enjoy the spectacular views of the surrounding Andean landscape. (Duration 4 hours, if you have a preference for timing, please tell your travel consultant at the time of booking, otherwise our team will schedule the tour at the best available time. Private Activity)

Peruvian Home Cooking
Visit a local market in Cusco learning about the regional produce. Interact with a chef and the local producers in this traditional Andean market, discovering a different element of Cusco’s history. Return to the chef’s house for a private culinary lesson, starting with the preparation of the famous Pisco Sour drink and then moving on to entrées and main courses. Interact with the chef at his house where between stories and pictures you will get the most out of this culinary lesson, of course ending with a tasting of the delicacies prepared. (Approximately 5 hours. Private Activity. Lunch Included)

Hotel Options

Belmond Monasterio – Opt 1

Room	Superior Room
Meals	Breakfast
Style	Heritage

Belmond Palacio Nazarenas – Opt 2

Room	Deluxe Suite(Double)
Meals	Breakfast
Style	Heritage

Day 8 - 11

Transfer to the airport

Flight from Cusco to Tumbes via Lima

Private transfer from Tumbes Airport to Máncora (100 km, 1.5 hrs)

Mancora

3 Nights

Soak up the rays, sip on a Pisco sour and watch the sunset over the ocean! This popular beach destination in the north of the country is a place with two faces: the centre of town draws a young surfer crowd and the main street feels like a permanent party, but head to the beaches further south and you’ll find a laid back, relaxed vibe perfect for those looking for some peace and tranquility in Peru.

Hotel Options

DCO Suites – Opt 1

Room	DCO - Suite
Meals	Breakfast
Style	Beach Resort

Kichic Hotel Boutique – Opt 2

Room	Superior Ocean View
Meals	Breakfast
Style	Boutique

Day 11 - 11

Private transfer from Máncora to Tumbes Airport (100 km, 1.5 hrs)

Flight from Tumbes to Lima

Lima

0 Nights

Peru’s capital city enjoys a great location directly on the Pacific coast and boasts of spectacular views, elegant neighborhoods, historical districts and a vibrant assortment of cultures.

International Departure

Price & Inclusions

Option 1 From $ 7,590 /person
Option 2 From $ 9,090 /person

Prices are in USD and exclude international flights. This trip price is based on low season rates for accommodation and other applicable services, and may change depending on availability, currency fluctuations and number of people traveling together. For high season prices, please contact us with your exact travel dates and preferences.

Price Includes

Accommodation (on a twin-sharing basis) on the indicated meal plan for 10 nights.
Economy flights for all sectors : Lima – Cusco, Cusco – Lima – Tumbes, Tumbes – Lima
The following train journeys in the highest class available : Morning Vistadome train from Sacred Valley to Machu Picchu (duration approx. 1.5 hours), Afternoon Vistadome train from Machu Picchu to Cusco-Poroy (duration approx. 3.5 hours)
All activities as listed:
- Lima: Lima Culinary and City Tour
- Lima: Dinner at Astrid & Gaston La Barra
- Sacred Valley: Visit to Machu Picchu by Vistadome Train from Sacred Valley
- Sacred Valley: Half day Cooking class (only if you stay at Sol y Luna Hotel)
- Sacred Valley: Visit to Chincheros Town, Maras Salt Mines and Moray Ruins
- Sacred Valley: MIL Gastronomic Lab
- Machu Picchu Pueblo: Re-entry to Machu Picchu Ruins
- Cusco: Private City Tour in Cusco and visit to Incan ruins
- Cusco: Peruvian Home Cooking
All airport and hotel transfers
All activities specified in the itinerary, including entrance fees, accompanied by our tour guide
If your itinerary includes self-drive travel then all such travel comes with CDW insurance for an unlimited number of kilometers. For further details about the type of car please speak to your Travel Consultant.
Your Trip Coordinator: a 24/7 point of contact, supporting you during your trip
Insolvency insurance
Fees and taxes

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