Classic Peru Adventure

Arrive in Lima and receive personalized airport assistance, including fast-track support and luggage handling, before a private transfer to your hotel in Miraflores or Barranco. The remainder of the day is intentionally unstructured to allow for rest after international travel. Guests may relax at the hotel, enjoy ocean views along the Malecón, or schedule a light spa treatment. In the evening, enjoy a refined dinner at a nearby restaurant showcasing Peru’s celebrated cuisine. This calm arrival day offers a seamless introduction to Peru, prioritizing comfort, service, and a smooth transition into the journey ahead.

Begin a privately guided tour of Lima’s historic center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site rich in colonial architecture. Visit Plaza Mayor, the Cathedral, and walk historic streets before entering the Santo Domingo Convent, an important religious and cultural landmark. Continue to the Larco Museum, home to one of the world’s finest collections of pre-Columbian art, displayed in a beautifully restored colonial estate with lush gardens. Enjoy lunch independently or at a recommended fine restaurant. The afternoon is free for boutique shopping, cafés, or relaxation at your hotel, balancing culture with leisure.

After breakfast, enjoy private transfer assistance to the bus station or enjoy your private transfer for your journey south to Paracas along Peru’s scenic desert coast. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and settle in. For those interested, an optional Nazca Lines overflight may be arranged, offering a once-in-a-lifetime aerial view of the ancient geoglyphs etched into the desert floor. Guests not participating may enjoy free time along the coast or relax at the hotel. The evening is at leisure, allowing you to enjoy Paracas’ tranquil seaside atmosphere.

This morning, embark on a private or small-group boat excursion to the Ballestas Islands, often called the “Galápagos of Peru.” Cruise past dramatic rock formations, sea lion colonies, Humboldt penguins, and diverse seabird life. View the mysterious Paracas Candelabra geoglyph carved into the desert hillside. After returning to shore, enjoy transfer assistance back to the bus station for your return journey to Lima. Upon arrival, private transfer to your hotel. Evening at leisure to rest or enjoy a final coastal dinner in Lima.

Fly to Cusco and receive private transfer assistance to your hotel. Begin a guided city tour starting at San Pedro Market, offering insight into local life and Andean ingredients. Continue to the Korikancha Temple, once the most sacred site of the Inca Empire, followed by Cusco Cathedral. In the afternoon, explore nearby Inca sites including Sacsayhuamán and Qenqo, showcasing impressive stonework and ceremonial spaces. The tour provides a comprehensive introduction to Cusco’s Inca and colonial heritage while maintaining a comfortable pace for altitude acclimatization.

Depart Cusco for the Sacred Valley with a private guide. Visit the traditional village of Chinchero, where you’ll enjoy a hands-on textile demonstration highlighting ancient weaving techniques. Continue to the circular agricultural terraces of Moray, believed to be an Inca experimental farming center. After a leisurely lunch, explore the impressive fortress of Ollantaytambo, one of the best-preserved Inca towns. Learn about its strategic and ceremonial significance before continuing onward. The day blends living culture, engineering marvels, and scenic landscapes, all delivered at a refined and unrushed pace.

Travel by Voyager or Expedition train through the Sacred Valley to Machu Picchu. Upon arrival, enjoy a privately guided tour of the iconic citadel, exploring temples, terraces, and ceremonial spaces while learning about Inca cosmology and architecture. Time is allowed for photographs and quiet reflection. Lunch is included before boarding the return train to Cusco. This extraordinary day represents the pinnacle of the journey, combining world-class heritage, breathtaking scenery, and seamless logistics.