Get to know the best places to visit in Peru through a journey that, by flying and traveling overland, takes you to visit the highlights of the Coast and Highlands of our country.
Start in Lima and discover why it is considered the gastronomic capital of America. Fly over the enigmatic Nazca lines, and visit Paracas, a spectacular marine reserve.
Visit the imperial city of Arequipa and explore the Colca Canyon, one of the deepest in the world.
Glide through the waters of Titicaca, the highest navigable lake in the world, and access our ancient culture by sharing with local inhabitants in a unique way.
In Cusco, discover the ancient capital of the Incas. Visit the community of Amaru, and explore the enigmatic remains of Moray and the impressive salt mines of Maras.
Visit one of the seven wonders of the world: Machu Picchu, and immerse yourself in the magic of the Andes.
Your tour expedition begins in Lima, a pre-Hispanic and vice-royal city, whose historic center has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site and has been recognized as the gastronomic capital of America.
At the airport, a Terra Explorer guide will welcome and accompany you to your hotel.
Meals included: Snacks.
Accommodation: Hotel in Lima.
Have the privilege of exploring Lima’s city, from its pre-Hispanic vestiges to viceregal times with Alejandro Lira, a renowned historian in love with his country and history, an exceptional host.
In 1535 Francisco Pizarro, leader of the Spanish conquest in Peru, granted his ally, Captain Jerónimo de Aliaga, an elegant colonial house.
Five centuries later, the Aliaga family continues to inhabit this historic mansion, a tangible trace of our country’s history, from its architecture to the vast collection of art and secrets kept inside its walls.
Jerónimo de Aliaga, a direct descendant and renowned national chef, will open the doors of his home to delight your palate with an exquisite Peruvian gastronomy, served in the same dining room where the captain dined almost 500 years ago.
Meals included: Breakfast and dinner.
Accommodation: Hotel in Lima.
Together with a renowned Peruvian chef, learn more about Peru’s history through culinary arts in Lima, one of the world’s most outstanding gastronomic destinations.
Witness exotic aromas and products from all regions of the country visiting one of the city’s most emblematic markets.
Learn to cook the famous Ceviche and authentic peruvian Lomo Saltado, dishes that combine a pre-Columbian legacy, Spanish heritage, strong African, Chinese, and Japanese influences, the essence of contemporary Peruvian cuisine.
Meals included: Breakfast and lunch.
Accommodation: Hotel in Lima.
You will fly over the enigmatic Nazca lines. These enormous geoglyphs, sketched on the sands for centuries on the Ica desert in southern Peru, were declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1994.
Its antiquity and large-scale designs, visible mainly from the air, have generated significant intrigue and several theories that seek to reveal the mystery of its creation.
You will explore the Paracas Desert, the driest in the world and part of the legendary Dakar Rally route, by four-wheel drive. In addition, have fun with Paracas activities like sliding down the dunes on sandboards.
After contemplating how the sun dyes the dunes with fire red at sunset, you will enjoy a picnic in the middle of the desert, a luxurious experience where the only participants will be you and nature.
Meals included: Breakfast and lunch.
Accommodation: Hotel in Paracas
Board a luxury yacht and visit the Ballestas Islands, home to abundant marine life. Get carried away by the sound of the sea lions and observe, from up close, the Humboldt penguins and various guano birds.
You will explore Paracas National Reserve tour riding e-bikes, the only marine reserve on the coast of Peru with such a great marine biodiversity. This region was also a cradle of ancient civilizations. The archaeological sites show how the ancient Peruvians adapted to these areas with a simple lifestyle, dedicated to fishing and collecting shellfish.
This portion of arid sands embedded against the sea is one of the best-kept treasures of the Peruvian coastline.
Meals included: Breakfast.
Accommodation: Hotel in Paracas.
Explore Peru’s second-largest city, known as the “white city”, due to the volcanic rock used to build many of its historic buildings.
Stroll through its streets and visit the Monastery of Santa Catalina. This enigmatic place is impressive for its colorful colonial architecture and for the secrets that, for several centuries, have been hidden behind its walls. One of the must-do things in Arequipa.
In the evening, enjoy Arequipa’s gastronomy in a special place we have reserved for you.
Meals included: Breakfast.
Accommodation: Hotel in Arequipa
By land, get from Arequipa to the Colca, one of the deepest canyons in the world. Along the way, you will cross different ecological levels, beautiful lagoons and the Pampa de Arrieros.
Observe the impressive volcanoes Sabancaya, Misti, and Chachani until you reach the extensive plain of Pampa Cañahuas, located in the National Reserve of Salinas and Aguada Blanca. Here you will be able to observe vicuñas in their natural state, a camelid that has one of the finest wools in the world, and parihuanas or Andean flamingos, the same bird that inspired the Peruvian flag.
Meals included: Breakfast.
Accommodation: Hotel in Colca.
Discover the Colca, a valley of incomparable natural wonders and history.
In the skies, the flight of the majestic Andean condor reigns, and we will observe it from a viewpoint. Here lies one of the deepest canyons in the world, and there are still traces of a past established more than ten thousand years ago.
Pre-Inca tribes covered more than eight thousand hectares with agricultural terraces carved into the slopes of the canyon, a spectacular engineering work that characterizes the Colca to this day.
Upon the arrival of the Spaniards, these ethnic groups were reduced to 14 villages, each with its own plaza and church, a mixture of European architectural trends and ingenious decorative contributions of the native population, giving way to an attractive Andean baroque style.
Meals included: Breakfast.
Accommodation: Hotel in Colca.
Say goodbye to the Colca Valley to drive to Llachón, a community located on a beautiful peninsula on Lake Titicaca in Puno.
En route, visit Sillustani, a pre-Inca cemetery known for its ancient and large “chullpas” or burial towers, dating back to the Colla civilization, around 600 AD.
Llachón is located in Capachica, a community that stands out for wearing very peculiar and colorful hats. The community’s entrance is through an arch in the shape of a giant hat, a picturesque detail typical of these remote communities.
Valentín’s family, natives of Llachón, will welcome you and open the doors of their home and rural lodge for the night.
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Accommodation: Homestay at Llachon.
Wake up enjoying the fresh morning air. A boat will take you to a port on Taquile. From here, in expedition kayaks, skirt the western shore of the island to Kullata, a white sandy beach overlooking the snow-capped peaks of Bolivia’s Real Mountain Range that looms on the opposite shore of the lake.
At this beautiful beach, Hector Huatta will welcome you. Walk with Hector a network of pedestrian paths of pre-Inca origin that interconnect this magical island. Visit its archaeological remains, learn about the vegetation, the use of native plants, and the traditional social and political system under which its inhabitants are governed.
UNESCO has recognized the beautiful textile art of the island as Cultural Heritage of Humanity. Be introduced to this world by Hector’s wife and mother, expert weavers. Experience one of the best sunsets in the world and spend the night in this beautiful rural lodge.
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Accommodation: Homestay at Taquile island.
This morning say goodbye to Hector and his family. Paddle the eastern shore of the island and observe, from its calm waters, the tranquility of the daily life of the island’s inhabitants.
Then, by boat, visit the floating islands of the Uros communities. You have probably never been on a floating island before. These islands are unique because they are handmade with a vegetable fiber called totora. Learn firsthand about the extraordinary heritage and the ancestral techniques used to keep the islands afloat.
Overnight in a hotel on the shores of Lake Titicaca.
Meals included: Breakfast and lunch.
Accommodation: Hotel in Puno city.
Enjoy a morning on the shore of the largest lake in South America. At noon, board the Belmond Andean Explorer luxury train, which crosses one of the highest rail routes in the world: the Peru Andes expedition. Enjoy breathtaking scenery, sophisticated Peruvian cuisine, and all the comforts of this exclusive journey.
From the train deck, watch how the landscape changes as you cross the backbone of our mountain range.
The final destination of the day is Maranganí, a town located 150 km. (99 mi.) from the city of Cusco, the ancient capital of the Inca Empire.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Lodging: Andean Explorer Train.
In the morning, continue through the Andean highlands until you reach Raqchi, an important archaeological complex surrounded by a gigantic Inca wall. Visit its precincts and enter the millenary world of the Incas.
Enjoy a delicious brunch on board and finally arrive at the Wanchaq train station in the city of Cusco. In the afternoon, access insider information by visiting the historic center of Cusco with researcher, anthropologist, and historian Jean-Jaques Decoster.
Some things to do in Cusco included visit the Cathedral, guardian of exquisite, ancient art pieces, created centuries ago by the famous “Cuzco School”, and contemplate its impressive architecture.
Visit Koricancha, the Inca Temple of worship to their main God: the Sun. Immerse yourself in the fascinating history of the ancient capital of the Inca Empire, recognized by UNESCO as a world heritage site of humanity for its unique beauty.
Meals included: Breakfast.
Accommodation: Hotel or private house in Cusco.
Visit Amaru, a community that maintains its millenary customs, despite the passage of time. They are expert farmers and skilled weavers; moreover, their connection with the land makes them outstanding connoisseurs of native medicinal plants.
Sharing a day with this community inevitably invites you to connect with the essential.
In the afternoon, visit the Pisac handicraft market, famous for bringing together artisans from neighboring communities. Immerse yourself in the colorful world of Andean ceramics, jewelry, and textiles.
Tonight, Ani Vellutino, mother of Piero, our founder, opens the doors of her lovely villa, located on the banks of the Vilcanota River facing the Pitusiray Mountain, to share with us her fabulous food, her personality, and the warmth of her home.
Meals included: Breakfast and dinner.
Accommodation: Hotel or private house in the Sacred Valley.
Explore Moray, the circular terraces that make this center of agricultural experimentation one of the most enigmatic archaeological remains of the Peruvian Andes, and learn how far the Incas went in terms of science and technology.
Walk surrounded by the snow-capped mountains Verónica and Chicón, in green pastures and traditional villages until you reach the impressive salt mines of Maras. Over three thousand salt wells were built by the Incas on the slopes of the mountain “Qaqawiñay, which are still used today.
In the middle of the visit, enjoy a luxury picnic tour in the outdoors.
Meals included: Breakfast and lunch.
Accommodation: Hotel or private house in the Sacred Valley
Walk around the winding cobblestone streets of Ollantaytambo, amidst old stone houses and canals in which water has been flowing for centuries. Immerse yourself in a town that seems to be frozen in time, reflecting the extraordinary urban planning of the Incan times.
Explore its impressive fortress, built right next to the village on the slopes of a beautiful mountain. This site served as a religious, agricultural, and military center during the Inca period.
At Ollantaytambo station, board a luxury train travel for an unforgettable journey through the amazing landscapes that take you to Machu Picchu town.
Meals included: Breakfast and lunch.
Accommodation: Hotel in Machu Picchu town
Take the day to visit Machu Picchu at length. Discover the Inca’s history as you walk through squares, temples, fountains, monuments, and residences of the most important religious, political, and cultural center of the Empire.
Optionally, you can climb to the summit of Huayna Picchu, a natural viewpoint that allows you to appreciate the citadel from a different angle. There you will see the breathtaking scenery of the surrounding mountains and the Urubamba Canyon.
In the afternoon, you will board the train that will take you back to the city of Cusco or to the Sacred Valley.
Meals included: Breakfast.
Accommodation: Hotel in Cusco city.
Transfer to Cusco airport.
Meals included: Breakfast.
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