Peruvian Delight
7 Days
Visiting: Peru
Tour operator:
Tour code:
455964
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
10-
Tour operated in:
English , SpanishInterests:
Tour Overview
Dive into the perfect mix of flavours and history of Lima and Cusco in this gastronomic tour. Meet the impressive offer of traditional and contemporary restaurants that both destinations provide while exploring its historical sites, monuments and traditions.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrival Lima (12Km – 45Min)
Arrive at Lima Airport. Transportation service and a representative will pick you up from the arrivals hall to transfer you to your hotel in Lima. The Peruvian capital is a modern metropolis full of history, currently undergoing an exciting process of cultural and economic changes. Alternatively, you can choose to go on the following Optional Tour (not included):
Magic Water Circuit with Dinner and Folk Show (shared basis):
A modern system of fountains certified as the largest in the world by the Guinness World Records. Built-in Exhibition Park, the Magical Water Circuit attracts crowds during summer and winter, being one of the new favorite attractions of Lima. See yourself and enjoy our water cruise that is followed by a unique gastronomical experience at a restaurant, accompanied by a delicious buffet dinner and amusing folk show.
Notes: Shared service. Start time: 18:00 hours. Duration 4 hours. Includes Pick-up and Drop-off, Bilingual guide (Spanish and English), Admission to Magic Water Circuit and Buffet dinner with Folkloric show
Overnight in Lima.
Day 2 : Lima: Culinary Experience & City Tour
Begin your day with a food tour in Barraco, one of the most beautiful, artistic and bohemian neighbourhoods in Lima. Taste 15 Peruvian meals such as "lomo saltado" and "causa" and learn how to prepare the famous ceviche and pisco sour. Plus, participate in our biodiversity workshop with chocolate tastings. Discover the historical and cultural anecdotes behind every dish you'll taste during that 4-hour walking food tour through the streets of Barranco.
In the afternoon, explore Lima’s old town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, packed with fascinating historic buildings. The route begins at the traditional Pueblo Libre district, where you visit the Larco Museum, located in a beautifully restored viceregal mansion built on a pre-Columbian pyramid from the seventh century. The museum boasts a complete pre-Hispanic collection of gold and silver objects, as well as pieces of erotic art. Then visit the Casa Aliaga, a colonial mansion granted by chief conquistador Francisco Pizarro to one of his captains, Jeronimo de Aliaga. This is the only house from that time, that still belongs to the same family. Continue with a scenic tour through the colonial downtown. See the Main Square, where you can appreciate the grandiose architecture of the Spanish Empire. Admire Lima’s Cathedral, built during the 16th century. At the end of the tour return to your hotel.
Overnight in Lima.
Day 3 : Lima – Cusco (90 Min Flight, Not Included)
Delight in a tasty breakfast at the hotel. Transfer from your hotel to the airport of Lima to take the flight to the city of Cusco (flight not included, morning departure is recommended). At your arrival in Cusco, a representative will welcome you to the Imperial City and accompany you to your selected hotel. Afternoon at leisure. Alternatively, you can choose from our optional tours (not included):
Cusco City tour and nearby Archaeological sites (shared basis):
Catch a glimpse of the charming city of Cusco during our Cusco city tour and visit this old capital of the Inca Empire and its nearby archeological sites. With our guide you start with a visit of Santo Domingo Convent, a large Renaissance-baroque complex and one of the most important temples dedicated to worshipping of the sun, then, visit the Cathedral, the most imposing monument of the Main Square. Head to the hills above Cusco to visit the remains of the fortress of Sacsayhuaman, whose imposing ramparts offer a stunning panoramic view of Cusco, and the ruins of the temple and amphitheater of Qenqo, where it is believed the Incas practiced agricultural rituals. Admire Qenqo and then, to wrap up our tour, visit Puka Pukara (‘Red fortress’ in Quechua) an Inca military complex located on a prominent hill. Afterward, return to your hotel.
Notes: Shared service. Start time: 13:00 hours. Duration 5 hours. Includes Pick-up and Drop-off, Bilingual guide (Spanish and English), Admission to Coricancha, Cusco Cathedral and BTC (Cusco tourist ticket).
Overnight in Cusco.
Day 4 : Cusco: Walking Tour & Chocomuseum / Pisco Museum
After a rich breakfast at the hotel, join a gastronomic tour that includes a visit to the Chocomuseo and the Pisco Museum; two ideal places in which to learn about the production process of each of these staples, from raw ingredient to end product. To make things even more enticing, in each one of them you will get to enjoy a taste! At the end of the tour, return to your hotel.
Overnight in Cusco.
Day 5 : Cusco – Chinchero – Living Museum Yucay – Ollantaytambo – Sacred Valley (100Km – 2.5Hrs)
After breakfast at the hotel, you will be picked up from your hotel to visit the town of Chinchero, a traditional Cusco urban centre located at an elevated point with a beautiful view of the valley. The inhabitants of this area preserve the artisan traditions and the inherited knowledge of the Incas and display them in their clothes and customs. In Chinchero there are also archaeological remains and a beautiful seventeenth-century church, one of the first Catholic buildings in Peru. Then, you are transferred to the Living Museum of Yucay, an Andean tradition interpretation centre with demonstrations of the production of textile work, adobe, pottery and silverware, following the techniques used by the ancestors. Visit the town of Ollantaytambo upon your arrival, inhabited uninterruptedly since Inca times, and have a superior Andean gastronomy experience in a restaurant (included). Fell the true spirit of the Sacred Valley, transmitted in a cosy atmosphere! Later, climb the iconic fortress, built next to a mountain and then you are transferred back to your hotel.
Overnight in Sacred Valley.
Day 6 : Sacred Valley – Machu Picchu – Cusco (30Km – 1Hr / 1.5Hr By Train – 30Min By Land Roundtrip / 50Km – 1Hr)
Start the day with breakfast at the hotel. Afterwards, you will be transferred to the Ollanta train station. Your visit to Machu Picchu begins with a train trip to Aguas Calientes, where you will arrive in an hour and a half, approximately. After a 25-minute bus ride, you will arrive at Machu Picchu, the 'lost city of the Incas'. It is believed that the archaeological site was built around the year 1450 by Inca Pachacútec as his holiday residence. However, a century later, the city was abandoned after the Spanish conquest, saving itself from the destruction that came to other Inca settlements. During the guided tour, learn about the origins of this impressive citadel and its most outstanding monuments such as the main square, the royal rooms, the temple of the three windows, the circular towers, the sacred clock and the cemeteries. At the end of the tour, return to Aguas Calientes to enjoy a delicious lunch (included). Then board the train back to the Ollanta station. From there, a transportation service will take you to your hotel in Cusco.
Overnight in Cusco.
Day 7 : Departure Cusco (5Km – 15Min)
After finishing your breakfast at the hotel, you will be transferred to Cusco International Airport to continue with your travel arrangements.
What's Included
TOUR GUIDE:
- Operated with English and Spanish-speaking local guide during the activities on a shared basis (Day 2, 4-6)
ACCOMMODATION:
- 6 night’s accommodation
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1-2 Lima
Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = José Antonio Deluxe or similar 4*
Deluxe Hotel Category = Pullman Lima Miraflores or similar 5*
Day 3-4, 6 Cusco
Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva Cusco or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = Hilton Garden Inn or similar 4*
Deluxe Hotel Category = Aranwa Cusco Boutique Hotel or similar 5*
Day 5 Sacred Valley
Standard Hotel Category = AVA Spots or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = Casa Andina Premium Valle or similar 4*
Deluxe Hotel Category = Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba or similar 5*
OPTIONAL EXTRA:
Pre-night in Lima:
Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = José Antonio Deluxe or similar 4*
Deluxe Hotel Category = Pullman Lima Miraflores or similar 5*
Post-night in Cusco:
Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva Cusco or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = Hilton Garden Inn or similar 4*
Deluxe Hotel Category = Aranwa Cusco Boutique or similar 5*
MEALS:
- 6 Breakfasts
- 3 Lunches (Day 2,5,6)
TRANSPORT:
- Private transfer from Lima International Airport (Day 1)
- Shared transportation throughout the itinerary
- Private transfer from Cusco International Airport (Day 3)
- Shared transfer from hotel in Cusco to train station in Ollantaytambo (Day 6)
- Roundtrip train to Machu Picchu in Expedition Service (PeruRail) or Voyager (IncaRail) for Standard and Superior category and Vistadome Service (Perú Rail) or 360° (Inca Rai) for Deluxe category (Day 6)
- Shared bus from Aguas Calientes / Machu Picchu / Aguas Calientes (Day 6)
- Shared transfer from the train station in Ollantaytambo to the hotel in Cusco (Day 6)
- Private transfer to Cusco International Airport (Day 7)
ENTRANCE FEES & ACTIVITIES:
- All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: Lima culinary experience and city tour, including different types of pisco and traditional appetizers tasting (Day 2); Cusco walking tour, Chocomuseum & Pisco museum (Day 4); Chinchero, Living Museum of Yucay, Ollantaytambo (Day 5); Machu Pichu tour (Day 6)
OTHER:
- Cusco Tourist Ticket (BTC)
- Meet & Greet (Day 1, 3)
What's Not Included
- Visa fees
- Day 3, flight Lima-Cusco (morning flight recommended)
- International flights
- Drinks during meals (unless specified otherwise)
- Optional tours (if any)
- City tax not included, payable on the spot
- Any visit not mentioned in the program
- Porterage and gratuities
- Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals or items not stated explicitly in the program
- Any alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, mineral water, camera/video camera fee (if any)
- Travel Insurance or any loss or extra cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays, accidents, etc.
Requirements
Comfortable and light clothing is recommended for visiting the coastal areas of Peru, while for the high Andean area the use of warm clothing is recommended. It is not recommended that visitors wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or short clothes when visiting religious temples or official buildings. Sunscreen, sunglasses, hat and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay. Carry the same document that you presented to the agency, given that the train tickets and entrance to Machu Picchu will be issued with the same information. In all train services to Machu Picchu, the passenger can carry only hand luggage (backpack, bag or briefcase) weighing no more than 5kg / 11lb on the train to/from Machu Picchu. You will find your luggage at the chosen hotel. Allowed size: 62 linear inches 157cm (height + length + width).
Please Note
Day 1: Optional extra Magic Water Circuit with Dinner and Folkloric Show does not operate on Mondays.
Day 4: the minimum age recommended for enjoying the activities on this day is 5 years old
We reserve the right to change itineraries and activities due to weather conditions, technical problems, or security reasons.
Early check-in, late check-out, connecting or adjoining rooms in the hotel are subject to availability and not guaranteed. Check-in is from 1:00 pm, clients arriving earlier will await in the lobby
In many hotels in Peru, the triple rooms are double rooms with an additional bed or sofa bed. Their comfort conditions are lower than the international standards of the triple room
No refund for unused services. Splitting of the package is not allowed
Rates do not apply to Peruvians or residents with more than 60 days of stay. If passengers are Peruvians or exceed 60 days of stay, sale taxes (18%) will be collected by our local operator
If your trip includes a visit to high-altitude cities such as Cusco and Puno located at more than 3400 meters (11200 feet above sea level), do not forget to take precautions in order to avoid altitude sickness. Passengers who have heart problems or high blood pressure should check with their doctor before traveling
Upon arrival is recommended to rest for a few hours, drink coca tea and eat lightly. As a reference, Machu Picchu is located at 2400 meters (8000 feet above sea level)
New entrance regulations to Machu Pichu: The current restrictions on visits to Machu Picchu allow a maximum stay of 4 hours in the citadel accompanied by a guide during the first entry. If the visitor tours an alternate route (Mountain Machu Picchu or Huayna Picchu) the passenger will have 3 hours to for this purpose, additional to the 4 hours in the citadel. If the passenger wishes to enter the citadel again during the afternoon shift or the next day, he must acquire previously an additional ticket to enter in the new shift. There is no ticket sale in the archaeological zone.
The following objects are forbidden: professional cameras that require lights and tripods, or with telephoto lenses with a weigh higher than 2 kilos (in order to use them, special authorization is needed, as well as the payment of an additional fee), drones, selfie sticks, sprays, high heels, walking sticks without rubber tip, banners and posters, sharp objects and backpacks bigger than 40cm x 35 cm x 20 cm
New plastic regulation: after the prohibition of the access of single-use plastic items to 76 natural areas including Machu Picchu, it is important to use reusable bottles.
Accommodation options
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1-2 Lima
- Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = José Antonio Deluxe or similar 4*
- Deluxe Hotel Category = Pullman Lima Miraflores or similar 5*
Day 3-4, 6 Cusco
- Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva Cusco or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = Hilton Garden Inn or similar 4*
- Deluxe Hotel Category = Aranwa Cusco Boutique Hotel or similar 5*
Day 5 Sacred Valley
- Standard Hotel Category = AVA Spots or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = Casa Andina Premium Valle or similar 4*
- Deluxe Hotel Category = Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba or similar 5*
OPTIONAL EXTRA:
Pre-night in Lima:
- Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = José Antonio Deluxe or similar 4*
- Deluxe Hotel Category = Pullman Lima Miraflores or similar 5*
Post-night in Cusco:
- Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva Cusco or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = Hilton Garden Inn or similar 4*
- Deluxe Hotel Category = Aranwa Cusco Boutique or similar 5*
Accommodation options
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1-2 Lima
- Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = José Antonio Deluxe or similar 4*
- Deluxe Hotel Category = Pullman Lima Miraflores or similar 5*
Day 3-4, 6 Cusco
- Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva Cusco or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = Hilton Garden Inn or similar 4*
- Deluxe Hotel Category = Aranwa Cusco Boutique Hotel or similar 5*
Day 5 Sacred Valley
- Standard Hotel Category = AVA Spots or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = Casa Andina Premium Valle or similar 4*
- Deluxe Hotel Category = Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba or similar 5*
OPTIONAL EXTRA:
Pre-night in Lima:
- Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = José Antonio Deluxe or similar 4*
- Deluxe Hotel Category = Pullman Lima Miraflores or similar 5*
Post-night in Cusco:
- Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva Cusco or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = Hilton Garden Inn or similar 4*
- Deluxe Hotel Category = Aranwa Cusco Boutique or similar 5*
Check out our Q&As
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What does the price include?
What is included is stated specifically on the product Description. Gratuities are at your discretion. Prices do not include (unless stated otherwise) - gratuities to the guide, driver or tour manager.
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Are Visa fees included in the price?
No, visa fees are not included
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
You can change it by logging into your profile and click on Bookings. Please check your cancellation policy.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Booking confirmation with Itinerary and confirmation vouchers
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When are there specific hotel names confirmed?
Confirmed hotel names are informed latest 10 days prior to client's arrival
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Do you offer any travel insurance?
We do not offer Travel Insurance but would strongly recommend that you purchase a comprehensive Travel Insurance Policy prior to departure.
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Is there any option for solo traveller?
Yes of course. Please note that the default selection shows the price per person per double room. For solo travellers, you will have to select a single room when available.
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Are flights included in the tour?
No, they are not included
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