Upon arrival in Lima, transfer to your hotel in the districts of Miraflores or Barranco, known for their coastal setting, galleries, cafés, and contemporary atmosphere.

Depending on your arrival time, begin your introduction to Peru with a guided exploration of Lima’s historic center, including Plaza Mayor, the Cathedral of Lima, and the San Francisco Monastery. Continue through the seaside neighborhoods of Miraflores and Barranco, where republican architecture, local culture, and Pacific Ocean views define the city’s character.

The remainder of the evening is at leisure to relax after your international flight or enjoy dinner independently at one of Lima’s acclaimed restaurants.

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Cusco. Upon arrival in the former capital of the Inca Empire, enjoy a gradual introduction to the city while allowing time to acclimate to the altitude.

Begin with a guided exploration of Cusco’s historic center, including Plaza de Armas, the Cathedral, and Koricancha, once the most important temple in the Inca Empire. Continue to the archaeological complex of Sacsayhuamán, followed by panoramic views across the city and time to explore the artistic neighborhood of San Blas.

Following the afternoon visits, return to your hotel where the evening is yours to unwind or explore Cusco at your own pace.

After breakfast, depart Cusco toward the Sacred Valley, descending gradually through the Andes into one of the most historically significant regions of the Inca Empire.

The first stop is Pisac, where agricultural terraces climb the surrounding hillsides above the valley floor. Explore the archaeological complex and nearby artisan market while learning about the strategic importance of the site within the Sacred Valley.

Continue through the valley toward Ollantaytambo, passing traditional Andean villages and fertile agricultural landscapes along the route. After the morning visits, enjoy lunch in the Sacred Valley before arriving at Ollantaytambo, one of the finest surviving examples of Inca urban planning.

Explore the monumental terraces, ceremonial sectors, and narrow stone streets that have remained continuously inhabited since Inca times. The town’s preserved layout and dramatic mountain setting offer one of the region’s most distinctive cultural experiences.

In the late afternoon, settle into your hotel in the Sacred Valley, where the lower elevation and quieter surroundings provide a more relaxed setting before continuing to Machu Picchu.

Following a relaxed morning, transfer to the Ollantaytambo train station to board the panoramic train to Aguas Calientes. The route follows the Urubamba River through changing mountain scenery before entering the cloud forest surrounding Machu Picchu.

Upon arrival, continue by shuttle to the citadel for a guided exploration of Machu Picchu. Discover the agricultural terraces, ceremonial sectors, and sophisticated stonework that have made this UNESCO World Heritage Site one of South America’s most remarkable archaeological destinations.

Following the guided visit, return to Aguas Calientes for lunch and time to relax before boarding the return train to Cusco.

Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel where the remainder of the evening is free to unwind.

Depart early this morning toward the southern Andes, traveling through remote highland communities and broad mountain landscapes on the route to Rainbow Mountain.

Following breakfast en route, continue to the trailhead for a guided hike toward Vinicunca, commonly known as Rainbow Mountain. The route passes through alpine scenery where alpacas and llamas are frequently seen grazing across the high plains.

Upon reaching the viewpoint, take time to appreciate the mountain’s distinctive mineral-colored formations and surrounding Andean peaks before descending at a comfortable pace.

After the excursion, enjoy lunch before returning to Cusco in the afternoon. The evening is at leisure to rest after the day’s adventure.

After several days exploring Peru’s major archaeological landmarks, today offers a more relaxed cultural experience through the countryside surrounding Cusco.

Begin the morning at Moray, where circular agricultural terraces demonstrate the ingenuity of Inca engineering and experimentation. Continue to the Maras Salt Mines, a network of thousands of salt pools that have been cultivated along the mountainside since pre-Columbian times.

The journey then continues to Chinchero, a traditional Andean village known for its weaving heritage, colonial church, and mountain scenery. Spend time learning about local textile traditions that continue to play an important role in the region’s cultural identity.

After the morning visits, enjoy lunch before returning to Cusco for a leisurely afternoon.

You may choose to explore the historic center independently, visit museums and galleries, or simply relax at your hotel before departure the following day.

Enjoy a relaxed morning before transferring to the airport for your onward flight.

Depending on your departure schedule, additional arrangements may be made for further extensions within Peru or South America.