(7 Days - Departs Daily on a Private Basis) Lima, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Cusco
This luxurious one-week tour is the perfect overview of Peru’s most interesting cultural and archaeological highlights.
Begin with a morning of private touring in Lima. This cosmopolitan city is well worth a visit for the opportunity to experience its history as well as Peru’s best museums, shopping and restaurants. Enjoy personalized touring according to your interests, such as an insider tour of the old colonial quarter, a viewing of spectacular pre-Colombian art collections, time for browsing boutiques and art galleries, or exploring the city’s food markets (including tastings of local specialties).
Next, fly to Cusco, and transfer to the lower elevation of the Sacred Valley of the Incas (Urubamba Valley) for a two-night stay. Your private guide will ensure you experience the best of the local culture during visits to indigenous markets and villages, gentle walks or hikes to important Inca and pre-Inca sites, and meetings with renowned local weavers. Active pursuits can also be incorporated, if desired, such as day treks, rafting, horse-back riding or mountain biking. A private Nuevo Andean cooking lesson can also be arranged, upon request.
Board the luxurious Hiram Bingham train to Machu Picchu and spend one night near the ruins. Your private guide will teach you about the fascinating history of the site and ensure that you have the opportunity to explore the grounds after most tourists have left. Spend the following day exploring the ruins with the option to hike trails to stunning viewpoints around the site before continuing to Cusco by luxury train.
Arrive in Cusco, where an oxygenated room will be arranged at the city’s most historic and distinguished hotel. Your guide will lead you through the narrow cobblestone streets as you learn about the fascinating Incan and Spanish history in the city. During your tour, visit markets, galleries, boutiques and the best artisan workshops. Also opt to see important archaeological sites just outside of the city. In the evenings, enjoy dining reservations at Cusco’s top restaurants. Additional activities can also be arranged, upon request, such as a meeting with a local art expert or an evening cultural performance.
On the final day, fly back to Lima where you will be assisted to the international terminal for your onward flight.
Itinerary Overview
Day 1
Arrive Lima
Private arrival transfer to hotel for overnight
Day 2
Lima – Cusco – Sacred Valley
Private morning tour of Lima. Transfer and flight to Cusco. Private transfer to the Sacred Valley for 2 nights with touring en route
Day 3
Sacred Valley
Full-day private touring in the valley with options for day hike, cultural touring or adventure activities
Day 4
Sacred Valley – Machu Picchu
Luxury Hiram Bingham train to Machu Picchu for overnight. Private tour of Machu Picchu
Day 5
Machu Picchu – Cusco
Private touring and guided hiking at Machu Picchu. Hiram Bingham train to Cusco for 2 nights
Day 6
Cusco
Private half-day tour of Cusco
Day 7
Cusco – Lima – Depart Lima
Transfer and flight to Lima to connect with your onward flight
