Immerse yourself in a world of wonder as you venture through the picture-perfect landscapes of Peru, getting to know its rich culture and history through sacred rituals, guided tour experiences and gastronomic splendor. This can’t-miss journey for guests ages 5 years and older includes stays in fantastic lodgings, special meals by acclaimed chefs and a dedicated Travel Concierge to escort you every step of the way. From the pulsating capital of Lima to the mist-cloaked mountains of Machu Picchu and the serene waters of South America’s largest lake, you're sure to be spellbound by Peru.
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Your DreamTrip includes 12 days and 11 nights traversing Peru, as well as:
Please be aware that our supplier(s) require that all travelers are fully vaccinated:
To arrange your airport transfers and provide passport information (per below), please submit flight details HERE by December 31.
Please note that airfare is not included in the trip price.
Day 1 (Lima)
Start your adventure with VIP door-to-door service as you transfer from your home to the airport via private car. Upon arrival at Jorge Chavez International Airport, you’ll be greeted and transferred to your luxurious hotel in Miraflores. You can relax before meeting your Travel Concierge at 6 p.m. for a welcome dinner. Get to know your fellow DreamTrippers over wine and dinner at acclaimed restaurant, Mayta, helmed by chef Jaime Pesaque, who dreams up innovative dishes for you to enjoy.
Overnight at JW Marriott Hotel Lima.
Meals included: Dinner with wine*.
Day 2 (Lima)
Experience Lima through the eyes of a local expert. You’ll delve into the history of the fascinating City of the Kings, including the UNESCO-listed Historic Centre of Lima, where you’ll view the cathedral and visit the Monastery of San Francisco. Then, head to the trendy bohemian district of Barranco and visit the workshop of Victor Delfin — one of Peru's leading artists best known for his monumental El Beso sculpture. Your highlight lunch is served at the chic and atmospheric Amoramar restaurant.
Overnight at JW Marriott Hotel Lima.
Meals included: Breakfast; lunch with wine.
Day 3 (Lima to Sacred Valley)
Board your flight to Cusco and continue to Sacred Valley (Valle Sagrado). Visit the colorful market in the town of Chinchero. Afterwards, meet Nilda Callanaupa Alvarez, a Quechua scholar, president of the Center for Traditional Textiles of Cusco and a recipient of a TreadRight Foundation grant. Learn about her mission to preserve traditional weaving techniques and how she has succeeded in bringing weaving once more to the forefront of her community. Later in the afternoon, you’ll check in to your luxurious spa resort.
Overnight at Tambo del Inka, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Valle Sagrado.
Meals include: Breakfast; lunch; dinner with wine.
Day 4 (Sacred Valley)
In the town of Maras, you'll meet a local family who will explain ancient salt mining techniques. Visit the spectacular terraced salt pans, where you will have a chance to participate in the ancient tradition. The salt pans, dating back to Inca times, have been passed down through families for generations and today are maintained in much the same way as they were long ago. You’ll feast the local way with a typical Peruvian meal, a “Caja China” lunch of fresh vegetables and slow-roasted meats, all cooked in a wooden box. After lunch, witness a private Pachamama ceremony — “Payment to the Earth” — as a local shaman performs the centuries-old ritual.
Overnight at Tambo del Inka, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Valle Sagrado.
Meals include: Breakfast; lunch.
Day 5 (Sacred Valley to Machu Picchu)
Today, you'll visit the town of Ollantaytambo, a national archaeological site set on the Urubamba River. Afterwards, board your first-class seats on the Vistadome train for your scenic journey to Machu Picchu village. Enjoy lunch at your rejuvenating resort followed by a guided exploration of the resort’s nature trails and fascinating cloud forest ecosystem. During the afternoon, you’ll discover a working tea plantation, before viewing the world's largest private collection of indigenous orchids. In the evening, you’ll learn how to blend the perfect pisco sour cocktail before your dinner with wine at the hotel.
Overnight at Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel.
Meals include: Breakfast; lunch; dinner with wine.
Day 6 (Machu Picchu)
No trip to Peru would be complete without visiting the famous UNESCO World Heritage site of Machu Picchu. You’ll arrive at this striking archaeological site early, before the crowds. Meet your local expert for a guided exploration through the enigmatic Lost City of the Incas, rediscovered only 100 years ago by archaeologist Hiram Bingham. See the great Temple of the Sun, Sacred Plaza and the Intihuatana, believed to be an ancient sun clock. In the afternoon, you’ll have time to explore Machu Picchu at your leisure or return to town to continue your afternoon there. After a full day of discovery, enjoy a delicious dinner with wine, where you can share stories of your day with fellow DreamTrippers in the serenity of your tranquil lodgings.
Overnight at Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel.
Meals include: Breakfast; lunch; dinner with wine.
Day 7 (Machu Picchu to Cusco)
Bid farewell to Machu Picchu as you travel to the Sacred Valley by train en route to Cusco. Stop for a traditional lunch — another highlight of this fascinating tour — and savor a sumptuous “Pachamanca” feast of Peruvian cuisine cooked underground. After lunch, get up close to llamas, guanacos, alpacas and even the rare vicunas before arriving at your hotel in Cusco, located just steps from the Plaza de Armas.
Overnight at Monasterio, a Belmond Hotel, Cusco.
Meals include: Breakfast; lunch.
Day 8 (Cusco)
Join your local expert to explore Cusco, where you'll check out the Temple of the Sun at Korikancha, as well as the cathedral and the citadel of Sacsayhuaman. Shop like the locals do at the San Blas artisan center. Enjoy free time for shopping on the Plaza de Armas, where you can stock up on a few souvenirs. In the evening, experience a candlelit highlight dinner and wine at one of the city’s most prominent culinary scenes, the MAP Restaurant in the central Museum of Pre-Colombian Art.
Overnight at Monasterio, a Belmond Hotel, Cusco.
Meals include: Breakfast; dinner with wine.
Day 9 (Cusco to Puno)
Board your included flight to Juliaca and head to Sillustani to explore the impressive burial grounds. Afterwards, continue to Puno, nestled along the majestic shores of Lake Titicaca. The peaceful, lakeside GHL Hotel Lago Titicaca is your home away from home — the perfect spot to enjoy sunsets on the lake.
Overnight at GHL Hotel Lago Titicaca.
Meals include: Breakfast; lunch; dinner with wine.
Day 10 (Puno)
Cruise Lake Titicaca to the Uros floating islands, where locals bundle reeds from the lake to build large floating platforms (the “islands”), as well as houses and canoes. On Amantani Island, join the local community for a lunch of regional specialties. Afterwards, you can check out the local handicrafts before returning to Puno for a relaxing evening.
Overnight at GHL Hotel Lago Titicaca.
Meals include: Breakfast; lunch.
Day 11 (Puno to Lima)
Depart from your lakeside retreat and board your included flight to return to vibrant, bustling Lima. Savor a sensational highlight dinner with wine at Matria, where Chef Arlette Eulert Checa intrigues and delights with creative seasonal dishes.
Overnight at JW Marriott Hotel Lima.
Meals include: Breakfast; lunch; dinner with wine.
Day 12 (Lima)
Your Peruvian adventure draws to a close as you say goodbye to your fellow DreamTrippers and your Travel Concierge. After a delicious breakfast, you’ll be transferred to Jorge Chavez International Airport to begin your homeward journey. On arrival at your home airport, a driver will greet and escort you to your waiting car for your private transfer home.
Meals include: Breakfast.
Itinerary subject to change.
*The minimum age to consume alcohol is 18 years. Age is determined at the time of travel with valid, government-issued ID.
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You’ll experience a real sense of place as you journey through Peru, staying at sophisticated hotels in the heart of vibrant cities and luxe retreats set in the tranquil countryside — including a hotel that’s on the National Geographic® Unique Lodges of the World™ list. At each of these chic, hand-selected properties, you’ll have some of the best experiences, and most importantly, get a welcome respite after long days filled with adventures.
Please note: The specific hotels will be confirmed no later than 30 days prior to departure.
Hotel Check-in Requirements:
For peace of mind, why not consider an optional travel insurance plan through Travel Guard? Offering assistance with common travel problems like flight delays or lost luggage, Travel Guard can help you start your next adventure prepared for the unexpected!
Please note:
Travel is unpredictable and country restrictions due to COVID-19 change regularly; please understand that the policies below apply and you are encouraged to purchase travel protection.
Cancellation Policy*: Once booked, this trip is non-refundable and non-transferable to another trip.
*This cancellation policy is subject to rules and regulations in applicable jurisdictions in which our travel supplier is based. In the event of conflict between the cancellation policy displayed here and cancellation terms in supplier booking terms, the more restrictive of the two terms will prevail.
Name Change Policies: Name changes are generally not allowed on trips to avoid fraud, gaming and profiteering. We want to ensure that most of our travelers are members. For this DreamTrip, we do make certain exclusions, including the policy below:
We reserve the right to refuse a name change at our sole discretion. If allowed, name changes must be done no later than December 31 and are subject to a fee up to US$100. Name changes after this date are not allowed.
Transfer of Booking Policies: Transfers of bookings from one member to another member are subject to the policy below:
Booking transfers must be done no later than December 31 and are subject to a fee of up to US$100. Booking transfers after this date are not allowed.
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