Machu Picchu & Peru Travel

Fly to Cusco to tour an ancient local hacienda and the Andean countryside.

This morning we’ll escort you back to the airport for your morning flight to Cusco. Watch the windows as the desert coast rises into the snow-capped peaks of the Andes!

Just 15 minutes outside of Cusco, true Peruvian countryside will stretch away on either side of you, sheep grazing tranquilly roadside. Impossibly steep peaks rise in the distance. Your journey will take you to an ancient hacienda, nestled in the fertile valley next to the pueblo of Pisac. Step onto the family-owned hacienda grounds and into centuries past while your hosts expound upon the growing process of giant white corn and its profound cultural significance in the Andes Mountains. This hacienda dates back generations, and you’ll immediately be immersed in local customs steeped in the spirits and mysticism of the Andes, embraced by the warmth of local Peruvians.

Relish your time on the farm with a delicious multi-course lunch with dishes featuring none other than the “white gold” giant-kernelled corn, and make sure to visit the on-site stables housing the renowned Peruvian Paso horses. Watch the horses dance with their human counterparts in a “marinera” demonstration and even go for a quick trot yourself if you feel up to the task!

After your meal, we will continue on to your hotel in the Sacred Valley where you can relax surrounded by the beautiful Andes Mountains.

Private tour of Ollantaytambo and enjoy a traditional Pachamanca feast

Today, we will take you to the ancient town of Ollantaytambo, one of the few remaining places in Peru that retains its original Incan urban planning. You’ll note still-functioning street canals, multi-family houses with secret interior courtyards and iconic Incan trapezoidal doors! Here we’ll visit the Incan fortress perched on the mountainside overlooking the sleepy pueblo, and learn about nearby stone quarries and the pivotal Incan battle fought here.

We hope you worked up an appetite this morning, because next on the schedule is a true Peruvian feast: the traditional Pachamanca! The centuries-old Pachamanca tradition involves marinating lamb, pork, chicken, and potatoes in a variety of Andean ingredients and cooking them to perfection in an underground oven. You’ll witness each step of the process: how the oven is prepared, how white-hot stones are layered, and how the feast materializes before your eyes!

While waiting for your feast to roast, make sure to wander through the grounds’ organic garden, smell the fresh-roasted coffee produced by the farm’s head roaster, and sample some of the varieties of cañazo (a local Andean spirit) that are produced on-site at the one-of-a-kind distillery.

Upon completion of your tour, we will bring you back to your hotel for an afternoon spent at leisure in the beautiful Sacred Valley.

Morning Hiram Bingham train through the cloud forest / Private tour of Machu Picchu

Prepare for a climactic day! In the morning, you will board the luxury Hiram Bingham train for your journey to Machu Picchu. Watch the cloud jungle pass by through the large glass windows and enjoy a gourmet lunch on-board! Make sure to take advantage of the open-air observatory car in this 1920’s Pullman-inspired train.

After a bus ride to the gates of this wonder of the world, you will pass through the main gates with your private guide to finally emerge at the top of the world – Machu Picchu. The incredible Inca stone construction will be spread below, alternately hidden and revealed by clouds. Your expert guide will lead you on a private tour of the ancient city.

Upon conclusion of your tour, return for an evening in Aguas Calientes. Enjoy an excellent dinner on-site at your hotel and fall into bed, lulled to sleep by the sound of the cloud forest around you.

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at your hotel this morning, and lace up your hiking boots.

If you’re feeling adventurous, you can hike up the iconic sugarloaf peak in the background of the classic Machu Picchu postcard photo – Huayna Picchu! Delight in an alternate perspective of Machu Picchu from the top of what is certainly a true feat of engineering.

After a delicious lunch, you will descend to Aguas Calientes for your return Hiram Bingham train. Take advantage of the Belmond waiting room at the train station, and once onboard you’ll be served a gourmet dinner accompanied by live Andean musicians. We will be waiting in the station for you when you arrive and will bring you to your hotel for an evening at leisure.

Learn to make Chicha before Exploring Maras and Moray on Horseback

Today we enjoy a special day, visiting several treasures of the Sacred Valley of the Incas, off-the beaten path, and away from the crowds.

Surrounded by colorful mountains, hummingbirds, and horses, you will learn and participate hands on how to make Chicha de Jora, the traditional drink of the Incas – a type of delicious and refreshing corn beer. You will also experience the ritual ceremonies that take place when drinking Chicha.

You will then enjoy a lunch of tasty and colorful Peruvian flavors, descending from diverse cultures.

This afternoon, you will enjoy a day of easy horseback riding along the footsteps of the Incas a top the famous Peruvian Paso horses. We will spend approximately 3 ½ hours riding through the mountains, visiting the Maras salt mines, the quaint, colonial village of Maras, and the archeological site of Moray, an agricultural experimentation and development center of the Incas.

From here we begin our return to the ranch, descending through large expanses of farmland, with spectacular views of the mountains and fields. This part of the ride is a beautiful mix of peaceful landscapes and adventurous riding, perfect for all experience levels.

Upon completion of your tour, your private transport will bring you to your hotel in Cusco.

Explore the hidden cobblestone streets of historical Cusco on a private city tour!

It’s time to get acquainted with Cusco, a gorgeous city that wins the heart of most every traveler that passes through it. Get to know the real Cusco during a private tour. After breakfast, meet your guide and wander among the archaeological remains of Sacsayhuaman, where the Incas staged a great battle against the conquistadors.

Return to the city and roam the atmospheric streets of the bohemian neighborhood of San Blas, which is known for its free-spirited scene. Explore Qoricancha and the Santo Domingo monastery (a colonial structure built on top of the ancient Inca temple of the sun); see where the locals make their grocery runs at the open-air San Pedro market and pass the famous 12-angled stone, whose image appears on the bottle of the local Cusqueña beer.

Upon conclusion of your tour your guide will leave you with suggestions as to where you find a delicious, local lunch, and you’ll have the remainder of the afternoon to explore the Imperial City at your leisure.

Fly to Lima – Colonial tour of the capital – Return home

This morning, we will escort you to the airport for your flight to Lima. Watch the windows as the snow-capped peaks of the Andes become coastal desert! Your Kuoda Lima host will meet you when you touch down in Lima.

Enjoy a ride along the coast as your private driver brings you to the Pueblo Libre neighborhood, home to the Larco Herrera Museum. Housing the country’s largest collection of pre-Columbian artifacts (including extensive gold and silver collections, as well as the infamous erotic archaeological collection) and providing rare open access to their exquisitely catalogued storage area, this museum is the perfect introduction to Peru’s multi-faceted cultural history. First, you’ll begin your visit with a delicious lunch enjoyed on the vine-covered terrace of the Museum’s café, and then you’ll have time to explore the exhibits.

We will take a private tour of Lima that will bring you to the beautiful colonial center of the city. You will visit the Lima Cathedral and the Convent of San Francisco. The catacombs under the convent house the skeletal remains of much of colonial Lima!

We will also visit Casa Aliaga, a 1535 mansion – it is one of the oldest mansions in the New World and has been occupied by the Aliaga family since its construction.

At the appropriate time, we will bring you to the airport for your journey home.

Thank you for traveling with Kuoda Travel, and buen viaje!

Fly to Cusco and make cuddly friends

After a restful night’s sleep, enjoy a complimentary breakfast buffet in the hotel before embarking on your journey to Cusco. It’s a short flight, and the kids will be kept entertained by the mystifying views of the Andes out the plane window.

Once you touch down in Cusco, a Inkas Blood host will escort you family to an inviting lunch before taking you to the Sacred Valley.

The drive there will be its own adventure as we make our first stop is the Cochahuasi Rescue Center. This family-run organization rescues and cares for Andean animals that have been neglected by previous owners, illegal hunters, and poachers. This trip will be a fun yet educational lesson on the importance of wildlife conservation and sustainability efforts.

You’ll also stop at the Sulca Living Museum, showcasing a comprehensive collection of ancient textile art from various Peruvian cultures. Here, you’ll also have the unique opportunity to meet Peru’s renowned llamas and alpacas up close!

Kayak on the calm waters of Lake Piuray and craft Peruvian-inspired ceramics

Today we will add both adventure and art to your family vacation to Peru. After breakfast, you will head to the shores of Lake Piuray for a morning of sailing. The whole family will receive a quick safety lesson before climbing aboard the kayak and paddling through tranquil waters, an excellent place to study the local flora and fauna! Once you return to dry land, enjoy a delicious picnic lunch.

At Inkas Blood, we know that children like to get their hands dirty to engage all their senses, which is why you will enjoy an interactive, hands-on activity during your Peru family tour. This afternoon, you’ll get creative during a pottery workshop in the town of Urubamba. There’s no better way to learn about the artistic traditions of Peru than making your own ceramic souvenirs.

Relax with a morning train through the cloud forest on your way to visit Machu Picchu!

This is the moment all Peruvian explorers wait for. Board a luxurious train in Ollantaytambo and watch the cloud jungle pass by through the large glass windows. See if you and the kids can spot some alpacas grazing in the valley outside. The second leg of your trip to Machu Picchu will be a short bus ride. Upon arrival, enjoy a little lunch at the Sanctuary Lodge where you’ll get a taste of the breathtaking views surrounding this mountaintop citadel.

Your luxury tour of Machu Picchu continues after lunch as you and your family enter the ancient site. Seeing the astonishing Inca stonework in person will surpass any and every expectation you may have. An expert guide will take the family on a private tour of the cloud-level citadel, explaining the history and secrets of this mysterious ancient city.

Return to Aguas Calientes this evening and fall asleep to the sound of the humming cloud forest around you.

Embark on an exclusive trek up the lovely highly coveted Huayna Picchu!

Today you have the option to hike two different trails – Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain, so it’s completely up to you! This will be the culmination of your Machu Picchu luxury tour, so enjoy it however you want. Adventurous travelers who desire something off-the-beaten-path should hike the steep slope of Huayna Picchu, offering unrivaled views of Machu Picchu.

Please note that only a limited amount of hikers are allowed to climb Huayna Picchu each day and tickets will need to be purchased in advance along with your Machu Picchu entrance.

In the afternoon, reconvene in Aguas Calientes and board the return train to Ollantaytambo. Your Inkas Blood host will meet you at the station and bring you to your hotel for a well-deserved good night’s rest.

Uncover the secrets of Cusco’s cobblestone streets with a private city tour.

Prepare to fall in love with Cusco, a gorgeous city that wins the heart of almost every traveler that passes through it. A private tour is the best way to learn about this historic city and uncover the best insider secrets and tasty treats along the way. Your guide will meet you at your hotel, and from there you’ll start your exploration of the city!

Explore the archaeological remains of Sacsayhuaman, where the Incas staged a great battle against the conquistadors, the bohemian neighborhood of San Blas, a hub of artistic inspiration, and Qoricancha and the Santo Domingo monastery, a colonial structure built on top of the ancient Inca temple of the sun, enjoying local snacks and tasty treats along the way!

This afternoon, make your way to the Chocolate Museum for a sweet afternoon. After all, you are in the birthplace of chocolate, so this is a fantastic chance to learn about the rich, beloved treat. You’ll even get the chance to make your own chocolate truffles, a delectable souvenir.

Return to the City of Kings and explore the Magical Water Circuit of Lima

This morning, we’ll transport you to the Cusco airport for a morning flight to Lima, the finale of your family vacation to Peru. As you soar through the skies, remember to peek out the window to watch the snow-dusted Andes give way to the coastal desert. Upon arrival in Lima, your Inkas Blood host will meet you and bring you to your hotel in Lima’s Miraflores district.

In the evening, change into something you don’t mind getting wet as you’ll be heading to Lima’s “Magical Water Circuit.” Set in a city park, this fountain display is a perfect family adventure. The choreographed light, water, and sound showcases are a marvel to behold, and many of the fountains are interactive. Your whole family will cherish the memories of splashing around in these colorful fountains.

Bid farewell to Peru

This morning you can sleep in, enjoy your hotel’s pool, or explore the Miraflores boardwalk at your leisure. At the appropriate time late this morning, we’ll collect you and bring you to the Lurin area of Lima for an unforgettable equestrian lunch experience! First you’ll be welcomed to a traditional hacienda, famous for breeding Peru’s fine-step horses.

Wander the grounds and stables and learn about the Colonial and Republican periods of Peruvian history, and say “hi” to any foals that have recently arrived! Come lunchtime you’ll enjoy an al-fresco catered meal on the hacienda grounds before the iconic snare drum and trumpets of traditional Marinera music begin.

Prepare to be wowed by an equestrian demonstration, watching as the horses deftly pick up their hooves to the rhythm of the music and genuinely dance with their human counterparts. If you’re feeling up for it afterward, hop in the saddle yourself and give the world’s smoothest-gait horse a trot, led by an authentic “Chalan” at the reins!

Upon conclusion of your meal, bid the horses and hacienda farewell before we return to Miraflores. You’ll have the remainder of the afternoon and evening at leisure (we are happy to secure dinner reservations for you at your restaurant of choice!) before we bring you back to the Lima airport for your international journey home. Thank you for traveling with Inkas Blood, and buen viaje!

Fly to Cusco and enjoy a private afternoon city tour

You will wake up refreshed and enjoy a complimentary breakfast in your hotel before we escort you back to the airport for your morning flight to Cusco. Watch the windows as the desert coast rises into the snow-capped peaks of the Andes!

We will be waiting for you when you touch down at our Andean airport and will bring you to the historic city center of Cusco for a delicious lunch. Afterwards you’ll have the afternoon free to explore and acclimate to the altitude at your own pace.

This evening, you will have your briefing for your Inca Trail!

This morning, spend a special hour on horseback, away from the crowds and losing yourself in the stunning views of the rural Sacred Valley. After a safety briefing and meeting your horse, we’ll show you our neighborhood, a beautiful section of the Sacred Valley that just a few get to see. There are no popular tourist attractions on this route, which is why this is an unforgettable and peaceful way to experience rural life in the Sacred Valley.

Then for lunch, you’ll experience a traditional Pachamanca! The pachamanca is a culinary tradition that dates back to the Incas as a way to celebrate and pay respect to the Pachamama or Mother Earth, a deity representing fertility to the indigenous people in Peru. The Pachamanca is a real feast that plays a key role in gatherings in different regions of Peru.

Thie afternoon, you will get your hands dirty and learn all about the building traditions of the Sacred Valley with an adobe making workshop. Surrounded by colorful mountains, our local experts in mud brick making will share their first-hand knowledge about this building tradition. With their help, you’ll make some strong mud mix yourself!

After getting cleaned up, we will bring you to your hotel for an afternoon at leisure in the beautiful Sacred Valley.

Prepare to fall in love with Cusco, a gorgeous city that wins the heart of almost every traveler that passes through it. A private tour is the best way to learn about this historic city and uncover the best insider secrets. Your guide will meet you at your hotel, and from there you’ll start your exploration of the city!

Explore the archaeological remains of Sacsayhuaman, where the Incas staged a great battle against the conquistadors, the bohemian neighborhood of San Blas, a hub of artistic inspiration, and Qoricancha and the Santo Domingo monastery, a colonial structure built on top of the ancient Inca temple of the sun, enjoying local snacks and tasty treats along the way!

At the end of the tour, you will be free to explore our vibrant city on your own, and pick up any last minute items so that you will be ready to start your trek in the morning!

Start your journey on the Inca Trail

Prepare to discover why this is one of the world’s most noteworthy hiking routes, winding through several different ecological areas, from the high deserts to tropical rain forests. Not to mention its mysterious archaeological sites, whose covering of jungle overgrowth gives the impression that you are discovering them for the first time. Of course, the Inca Trail saves its greatest reward for last, culminating at the lost city of the Incas: Machu Picchu.

With Inkas Blood, your Inca Trail experience will be a safe and memorable one. You’ll be accompanied by experienced guides and aided by support staff, who will ensure your trek is comfortable and pleasant. Local porters will help you with your luggage and you’ll be provided with delicious, hearty meals to help you keep your energy levels up. We’re also happy to include portable hot showers and massage services upon request – a luxurious way to revive weary trekkers.

Your journey starts when we escort you to the trek’s starting point (point km 82) where you’ll meet your porters. Hike the first section of the trail, weaving through semi-arid terrain along the rushing Urubamba River, providing magnificent views of the looming snowcapped mountains.

We will leave the Urubamba Valley and set off up the Cusichaca River (“Happy Legs River” in Quechua), to our first campsite in Ayapata at 10,829 feet above sea level. This evening, enjoy a wonderful hot dinner prepared by your porters and fall asleep under the stars in the comfort of your tent.

Facing “Dead Woman’s Pass” during day two on the trail

Get ready for a significant challenge today. Get your energy levels up with a hearty breakfast before beginning the ascent up the Warmihuañusca pass (or “Dead Woman’s Pass”), which has an elevation of 13,829 feet above sea level. This name is given due to the crests resembling the form of a woman’s supine body when seen from the valley below.

It will be a challenging 4-hour climb through different microclimates, but you can take plenty of scenic breaks along the way. Stop and settle into your second campsite, Chaquicocha, located at 11,800 feet.

Tonight as you relax in your campsite, revel in today’s accomplishments, as you have completed the most difficult section of the trail.

Sleeping among the clouds during day three on the Inca Trail

Get ready for a significant challenge today. Get your energy levels up with a hearty breakfast before beginning the ascent up the Warmihuañusca pass (or “Dead Woman’s Pass”), which has an elevation of 13,829 feet above sea level. This name is given due to the crests resembling the form of a woman’s supine body when seen from the valley below.

It will be a challenging 4-hour climb through different microclimates, but you can take plenty of scenic breaks along the way. Stop and settle into your second campsite, Chaquicocha, located at 11,800 feet.

Tonight as you relax in your campsite, revel in today’s accomplishments, as you have completed the most difficult section of the trail.

Your triumphant arrival at the Sun Gate overlooking Machu Picchu

After a very early breakfast, you will head to the checkpoint, say goodbye to your team of porters and chefs, and continue on the journey to the Sun Gate (Inti Punku). From Sun Gate, stare in awe at the horizon, with unparalleled views of the mountains and Machu Picchu. Take a deep breath of relief and triumph as you have tread in the footsteps of the Incas, conquering the historic Inca Trail!

Venture into the lost citadel and take a moment to stop and truly appreciate this staggering ancient site. After ample time exploring this majestic site, make your way to Aguas Calientes by bus and enjoy the rest of the evening relaxing to the sound of the cloud forest around you.

Embark on an exclusive trek up the highly coveted Huayna Picchu!

Today you have the option to hike two different trails – Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain, depending on which you decide! This will be the culmination of your Machu Picchu luxury tour, so enjoy it however you want.

Adventurous travelers who desire something off-the-beaten-path should hike the steep slope of Huayna Picchu, offering unrivaled views of Machu Picchu. Please note that only a limited number of hikers are allowed to climb Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain each day and tickets will need to be purchased well in advance along with your Machu Picchu entrance.

In the afternoon, descend to Aguas Calientes and board the return train to Ollantaytambo. Your Inkas Blood host will meet you at the station and bring you to your hotel in Cusco for a well-earned evening of rest.

Luxuriate with some well-deserved downtime in Cusco and Lima

This morning, you can continue your exploration of the city of Cusco, or have a relaxing morning in the comforts of your hotel! In the afternoon, we will bring you to the Cusco airport for your return flight to Lima.  You will have the evening to spend as you please in the culinary capital of South America.

Tour the bohemian streets of Barranco and bid farewell to Peru.

Going home is the worst part of any private Peru vacation, but at Inkas Blood, we’ll do our best to make it as smooth and hassle-free as possible.

After breakfast, your guide will meet you and take you to the seaside bohemian district of Barranco. See the streets of Barranco come alive as you visit a number of local art galleries and shops that support local artisans. Finally, enjoy a first-class gourmet meal featuring world-renowned Peruvian flavors in a restaurant of your choice before returning to the airport for your journey home. Enjoy your trip!

Fly to Cusco and make your way to the famous ruins and terraces of Pisac, hike down to the market from there!

Fill up with a complimentary buffet breakfast in the hotel before catching your morning flight to Cusco. The flight time between the two cities is welcomingly short (less than an hour and a half). The views from the plane window – the desert coast at first before the needle-like peaks of the Andes come into view – are a great distraction to pass the time.

We will be waiting for you when you touch down at our Andean airport and will bring you to the historic city center of Cusco for a delicious early lunch.

Then, before you can feel the altitude, we’ll whisk you into the Sacred Valley. Just an hour outside of Cusco, true Peruvian countryside will stretch away on either side of you, cows and sheep grazing tranquilly on the roadside. Impossibly steep peaks rise in the distance.

Your journey will take you to the ruins nestled in the mountains above the pueblo of Pisac, where you’ll learn about Incan agricultural practices cultivating corn and potatoes. From here, you’ll be able to see the verdant farmland where the Incas once cultivated their crops and where modern-day Quechua people continue to farm.

From here, you’ll descend on a leisurely hike through terraces and breathtaking scenery to the vibrant market in Pisac’s main square – where you’ll have the chance to rub shoulders with locals as you survey the artisan offerings of the market. Vegetables, textiles, and silver jewelry are just some of the items that are sold here. Later, return to the hotel of your choice.

Experience the thrills of an ATV ride through the Valley and climb the Via Ferrata to one of the most unique lodges in the world.

Today’s journey through the Sacred Valley of the Incas will start with an ATV adventure, taking you at high speeds through rural paths and agricultural lands. Once you’ve got the lay of the land from a high-speed vehicle on firm ground, it’s time to head into the air.

Enjoy a fresh, gourmet lunch, and receive a safety briefing on the harnesses and helmets that will become like your second skin tonight. Masterfully climb your way up what seems like a sheer cliff face, using steel rungs as your guide.

After a 1,500 ft. ascent, you’ll arrive at your one-of-a-kind luxury hotel for the evening – a glass pod dangling off the cliff face, providing 300-degree views of the Sacred Valley below you!

Although it may surprise some, be prepared for a well-earned and truly gourmet meal, enjoyed with a fine glass of red wine and the best possible scenery. Marvel at the thousands of stars visible above you – you might even call this a thousand-star hotel – and tuck yourself into your comfy bed complete with a real mattress and cozy down comforter.

Zip back down to earth this morning and spend the afternoon riding the famous Peruvian Paso horse through the Sacred Valley.

Wake up to one of the best views ever and look around you – did you forget you slept hundreds of meters in the air in a capsule bolted to a cliff? Enjoy an al fresco breakfast and get ready to zip back down the mountain.

Through six zip lines crisscrossing the path you took yesterday to arrive at your one-of-a-kind suite, you’ll return to the valley floor. Bid your harness and helmet farewell and return to your hotel for a scrumptious lunch. Then, we’re off again! Commune with a four-legged friend and experience the smoothest gait of any horse worldwide – that of the Peruvian Paso Fino horse. Trot through the countryside and return in time for an evening at leisure in the Sacred Valley.

Trek through the land of the Incas on their famous trail to the Machu Picchu Citadel.

Today, prepare to walk in the footsteps of the Inca and arrive proudly on foot at Machu Picchu. We’ll collect you from your hotel bright and early this morning and drive through the picturesque Sacred Valley to the train station in Ollantaytambo, where we’ll board the luxury Vistadome train.

You and your guide will disembark the train at the Inca Trail trailhead found at Kilometer 104, and from here you will walk the lovely uphill path to the ruins of Wiñaywayna. As you walk, your guide will point out orchids and other jungle plants, the Urubamba River will rush below you, and you’ll marvel at the Inca’s strength and ingenuity. When you reach the ruins of Wiñaywayna, you’ll rest up, explore, and enjoy a delicious al fresco lunch.

Then you’ll hit the trail once again! A walk of approximately two hours brings you to Inti Punku, the famous Sun Gate.

You’ll approach this stone construction up one last flight of stairs, catch your breath, and then lose it again as you see Machu Picchu, nestled and hidden between steep peaks below you.

Descend triumphantly over ancient paving stones to the lost citadel, and relish in the audacity of a construction of this caliber in this stunning location before catching the bus to Aguas Calientes and checking in to your hotel. Your guide will then leave you to rest, refresh, and enjoy a delicious and well-earned dinner on-site.

Hike one of the coveted, limited-entry hikes, Huayna Picchu!

Today you have the option to hike two different trails – Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain, so it’s completely up to you how you would like to culminate your Machu Picchu luxury tour. Feeling adventurous? Consider hiking the steep slope of neighboring Huayna Picchu, which offers unrivaled views over Machu Picchu.

Please note that only a limited number of hikers are allowed to climb Huayna Picchu each day and tickets will need to be purchased in advance along with your Machu Picchu entrance.

In the afternoon, reconvene in Aguas Calientes and board the return train to Ollantaytambo. Your Kuoda host will meet you at the station and bring you to your hotel for a well-deserved good night’s rest.

Explore Cusco’s surrounding hills by mountain bike, and explore its hidden cobblestone streets on a private tour.

This morning it’s off to explore the hills surrounding Cusco via mountain bike! Strap on your helmet and it’s off we go, through the greater Sacsayhuaman National Park. Keep an eye out for unmarked and seldom-visited Incan ruins.

After lunch, you’ll continue your journey through Cusco – a picturesque city that is loved by travelers from all over the world. Wander through the cobblestone streets in the company of your guide who will help illuminate the history of this colonial city. As you explore the city’s sights, Qoricancha and the Santo Domingo monastery, a colonial structure built on top of the ancient Inca temple of the sun, Cusco’s striking cultural blend will soon become apparent.

Roam the atmospheric streets of the bohemian neighborhood of San Blas, which is known for its free-spirited scene; see where the locals make their grocery runs at the open-air San Pedro market and pass the famous 12-angled stone, whose image appears on the bottle of the local Cusqueña beer.

Navigate Peru’s white water in the Southern Valley on the Upper Urubamba River

Wake up with a gleam in your eye, for a day of adventure lies ahead! After breakfast, your private driver will meet you at your hotel and whisk you over the hills surrounding Cusco into the beautiful purple countryside beyond. You’ll pass fields with grazing cows and sheep, tended by women in full skirts and traditional braids, adobe houses, and colonial churches. Enjoy the feeling of freedom in the country air.

After ninety minutes, you’ll arrive in the small town of Chuquicahuana where you will receive a safety briefing with procedures for the start of your adventure at the Upper Urubamba River. Here, you will work together to prepare the equipment and inflate the rafts before gearing up and climbing in.

You’ll spend three hours navigating the river as a team and taking in the stunning scenery – dry mountains, green fields, small farmsteads, and an incredibly big blue sky. You’ll even take on class III and class IV rapids, so prepare to get a little wet.

When you disembark, relish an al fresco lunch and then relax as we drive you back to your hotel in Cusco for an evening at leisure.

Return to “The City of Kings” for an afternoon of paragliding and or time at your leisure.

This morning, you can continue your exploration of the city of Cusco, or have a lie-in and enjoy the comforts of your hotel. At the appropriate time mid-day, we will bring you to the Cusco airport for your return flight to Lima. Your Kuoda Lima host will meet you upon arrival and bring you to Miraflores pier, where your instructor will give you a safety briefing for your tandem paragliding tour.

Take a running leap of faith into the air and enjoy the spectacular views over the ocean and the seaside district of Miraflores, where you will find manicured parks and laid-back surfers, all overlooking one of Lima’s most popular neighborhoods. After your flight, you’ll have some free time to explore at leisure and grab a bite to eat at one of the neighborhood’s award-winning restaurants.

Soar over a 2,000-year-old mystery and surf the sand dunes of Huacachina

After you’ve finished a nutritious breakfast, your guide and private driver will meet you at your hotel. Then, it’s through the arid but beautiful countryside on a road trip adventure. After approximately four hours you will reach Ica, where you will board the small plane ready to take you soaring over the world-renowned Nazca Lines.

Created by the Nazca people between 400 and 650AD, the purpose of these massive earthworks is still shrouded in mystery. Experts suspect they were related to Nazca cosmology and religious worship, but you can form your own hypothesis as you fly above them! You’ll touch back down after approximately 90 minutes, enjoy a box lunch, and make your way to the iconic oasis of Huacachina.

This oasis – crystal clear water and palm trees surrounded by sand as far as the eyes can see – is home to some of the best dune buggy adventures in the world. Grab your sunglasses and strap in for a wild ride. Cruise over the dunes and partake in a thrilling sandboarding lesson before pausing to watch the sunset over the expanse of dunes.

Return to the Oasis where your private vehicle will be waiting to bring you to your hotel in Paracas, approximately 40 minutes away.

Paracas, with its incredible biodiversity, beautiful coastal landscapes, and remote location is often referred to as Peru’s “mini Galapagos”. A treasure of a destination, Paracas will give you the experience of getting up close and personal with Peru’s coastal wildlife: we’ll meet you in the hotel lobby and then bring you to the Paracas Peninsula harbor.

We’ll board a speedboat and enjoy a scenic ride through an area often called the “Galapagos of Peru”. Here, the cold plankton-rich Humboldt Current meets warmer tropical waters, creating ideal feeding grounds for a host of wildlife: pelicans, flamingoes, Inca terns, sea lions, penguins, hammerhead sharks, and even whales. As we speed toward the islands, you’ll see the mysterious ancient earthwork – the Candelabro.

Your guide will expand on the various theories about its creation and meaning, although no one has yet convincingly illuminated its past. You’ll touch back down after 35 minutes and make your way back to your private car, where you will enjoy a relaxing drive back to the capital.

At the appropriate time, we will bring you to the airport for your journey home. Your host will help you to check in to your international flight and wish you buen viaje!

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Fly to Cusco to tour a historic local hacienda, the Pisac Market, and the Peruvian countryside.

After flying from Lima to Cusco, your guide will take you on a unique adventure giving you a glimpse at local life in the surrounding valley. Just 15 minutes outside of Cusco, true Peruvian countryside will stretch away on either side of you, with sheep grazing tranquilly in the fields.Impossibly steep peaks rise in the distance. Your journey will take you to an ancient hacienda, nestled in the fertile valley next to the pueblo of Pisac.

Step into centuries past while your hosts provide an educational tour about the growing process of Giant White Corn and its profound cultural significance in the Andes Mountains. This hacienda dates back generations, and you’ll immediately be immersed in local customs steeped in the mysticism of the Andes, embraced by the warmth of local Peruvians.

Relish your time on the farm with a delicious multi-course lunch, sampling authentic cuisine featuring none other than the “white gold” giant-kernelled corn. Be sure to visit the on-site stables housing the renowned Peruvian Paso horses! Watch how they dance with their human counterparts in a “marinera” demonstration and even go for a quick trot yourself if you feel up to the task!

From there, your exclusive tour of Peru will take you to another valley town – Pisac – where you’ll have the chance to socialize with locals as you survey the artisan offerings of the market. Vegetables, textiles, and silver jewelry are just some of the items that are sold. Later, return to the hotel of your choice for a restful evening.

Hike to Ollantaytambo’s Iconic Ruins & Explore the Arts of the Sacred Valley

Journey through the Inca’s Sacred Valley, starting with a drive through the breathtaking Patacancha Valley. After a stop at the ruins of Pumamarca, you will begin the hike down a pre-Columbian trail, following ancient irrigation canals that line terraced fields still in use today.

After approximately two hours of easy hiking, the town of Ollantaytambo will appear, where the influence of the Incas is still very much visible. Water from the mountains trickles down to the Inca-built street canals, while original Inca walls and trapezoidal doors still stand.

With your guide by your side, ascend beyond the slope-side terraces to the ruins of a centuries-old fortress above the town. This is the spot where the Incas secured an important victory over the Spanish conquistadors. Inspect the intricately hewn stone constructions and have your guide show you the distant quarries from which the Incas sourced their materials. This site also affords fabulous views of the valley and the Urubamba River that meanders through it.

Following a lunch featuring local flavors, hop back in the car. This time, we’ll take you to our favorite artist’s workshop, famous throughout Peru for handcrafted ceramics. Spend the afternoon laughing, learning, and creating hand-made souvenirs with a Peruvian flair to bring home with you!
Upon completion of your tour, we will bring you back to your hotel for an evening spent at leisure.

Relax with a morning train through the cloud forest on your way to visit Machu Picchu!

This is the moment all Peruvian explorers wait for. Board the train in Ollantaytambo to begin your Machu Picchu journey. Watch the cloud jungle pass by through the large glass windows, and see if you can spot some alpacas grazing in the valley! When you arrive in Aguas Calientes, enjoy an early lunch before ascending to the lost Incan citadel.

After a bus ride to the gates of South America’s most notable wonder, you will finally emerge at the top of the world – Machu Picchu. The incredible Inca stone citadel will reveal itself to you as you enter the main gates, a city intertwined with the clouds. Your expert guide will give you a private tour of the ancient city.

Upon conclusion of your tour, return for an evening in Aguas Calientes. Enjoy an excellent dinner on-site at your hotel and fall into bed, lulled to sleep by the sound of the cloud forest around you.

Embark on an exclusive trek up the highly coveted Huayna Picchu!

Today you have the option to hike two different trails – Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain, so it’s completely up to you! This will be the culmination of your Machu Picchu luxury tour, so enjoy it however you want. Adventurous travelers who desire something off-the-beaten-path should hike the steep slope of Huayna Picchu, offering unrivaled views of Machu Picchu.

Please note that only a limited amount of hikers are allowed to climb Huayna Picchu each day and tickets will need to be purchased in advance along with your Machu Picchu entrance.

In the afternoon, reconvene in Aguas Calientes and board the return train to Ollantaytambo. Your Inkas Blood host will meet you at the station and bring you to your hotel for a well-earned evening of rest.

Uncover the secrets of Cusco’s cobblestone streets on a private city tour!

Prepare to fall in love with Cusco, a gorgeous city that wins the heart of almost every traveler that passes through it. A private tour is the best way to learn about this historic city, and get the best insider secrets! After breakfast, meet your guide and wander among the archaeological remains of Sacsayhuaman, where the Incas staged a great battle against the conquistadors.

Return to the city and venture through the bohemian neighborhood of San Blas, a hub of artistic inspiration. Explore Qoricancha and the Santo Domingo monastery, a colonial structure built on top of the ancient Inca temple of the sun. Live like a local and grab some groceries in the open-air San Pedro market for a delightful shopping experience!

At the end of the tour, your guide will suggest a few places to enjoy a delicious lunch.

Fly from Lima to Iquitos and board your luxury Amazon cruise

After breakfast at your hotel, we will escort you back to the airport for your flight to Iquitos before setting sail on the luxurious Delfin II ship. Upon arrival, you’ll meet your Delfin guide and take a seat for a scenic 90-minute drive to the small village of Nauta where the ship will be anchored.

Board the Delfin II and settle into a five-star cabin. After a safety drill and a quick briefing, tuck into a delicious welcome dinner and toast the beginning of your voyage with a glass of fine South American wine.

Your first day aboard the Delfin Luxury Cruise

On your first morning, getting up early is highly recommended! This enables you to appreciate one of the most important zones of the Pacaya Samiria National Reserve. Wildlife is most abundant and active with the rising of the sun, so you’ll have plenty of company to look for.

During the dry season (Jun-Nov), you will have the chance to do some hiking at Belluda Caño, where you can explore two different kinds of ecosystems: the “flooded forest” and the “terra firme” forest. Here you may see snail kites, black-tailed antbirds, manikins, tanagers, hummingbirds, woodpeckers, nun birds, orioles, blackbirds, and pygmy marmosets. Your hike will take you to a lagoon filled with endangered and unique freshwater fish, where you will explore the waters in a dugout canoe.

During the wet season (Dec-May), you will explore Belluda Cano Creek by skiff. Here you will get a chance to spot parrots, macaws, and monkeys. You may also see Morpho butterflies and various species of hawks, including the “laughing falcon,” named for its loud falsetto call.

This afternoon we’ll visit the Dorado River (“golden river”), where you might choose to go fishing for a piranha, a captivating and challenging experience you won’t forget! Or, you might want to go swimming with the delightful pink river dolphins, which some locals believe can transform into beautiful humans.

These rare yet friendly creatures are mostly found in the freshwater rivers of the Amazon, near Iquitos. Make sure you bring your bathing suit and a waterproof camera! As night approaches, your guide will take you on a night safari in search of caiman alligators, nocturnal birds, and creepy crawlers.

Adventure through the Amazon Jungle

The morning is a perfect time for kayaking along the calm and inspiring rainforest waters of Zapote River. Your guides will take you upstream while you spot prehistoric-looking iguanas lying lazily in the sun. Travel along the shore and be ready for whatever the jungle has to offer. Squirrel monkeys are very active at this time of the day when they move in large noisy troops amongst the canopies.

In the afternoon, you will reach the Pacaya River at the heart of the Pacaya Samiria National Reserve, Peru’s largest protected area. This is by far the largest protected wetland reserve in the world, filled with lakes, palm swamps, and streams. The reserve becomes a flooded forest in the rainy season and is a highlight of any Amazon excursion. You will also have the chance to swim in one of the pristine lagoons in this wonderful region!

Adventure through the Amazon Jungle

After breakfast, climb aboard the aluminum skiff to explore Clavero Lake, where you will have a chance to venture deep into the rainforest and see a fantastic array of flora and fauna as local villagers paddle in their traditional canoes.

During the afternoon, you’ll have the opportunity to test your own skills on the water. First, you’ll sail to the Yarapa River on the skiffs, and then it’s into your very own kayak. Paddle through the tranquil waters, keeping an eye out for native flora and fauna at every turn! Next, you’ll visit the village of Puerto Miguel to meet local villagers who have called Amazonia their home for generations.

Here, your naturalist guides will introduce you to village life in the jungle, and you’ll learn about native plants, local customs, and the seamless interaction between humans and wildlife.

Fall asleep for the last time under the Amazonian stars as the Delfin pull you back towards Iquitos.

Explore a bit more of Iquitos before your flight home

After one final breakfast on the ship, you will arrive at the port of Nauta. The ground crew will be waiting to take you by private vehicle back to the city of Iquitos. As you journey back from Nauta to the Iquitos airport, you will stop at the Rescue & Rehabilitation Center of River Mammals (ACOBIA). Here, you will have the chance to meet baby manatees and learn about these wonderful, docile creatures, and why they are on the endangered species list!

Afterward, your guide will bring you to Iquitos airport for your return flight to Lima. In Lima, you will be met by a Inkas Blood host, who will escort you to Costa del Sol on-site airport hotel and will leave you to enjoy one final dinner in Peru before your international flight. Buen viaje!

Fly to Cusco and visit the Awanakancha Living Museum in Sacred Valley.

We’ll escort you back to the airport for your morning flight to Cusco in the morning. Watch the windows as the desert coast rises into the snow-capped peaks of the Andes!

Upon touching down in Cusco, we’ll bring you out for a tasty lunch, before taking you to the Sacred Valley, where the lower altitudes make it easier to acclimatize. Just 15 minutes outside of Cusco, true Peruvian countryside will stretch away on either side of you as impossibly steep peaks rise in the distance. Our first stop is at Awanakancha Living Museum. At this “living museum,” you’ll come face-to-face with some of South America’s most endearing inhabitants, including alpacas, llamas, vicuñas, and guanacos, and you’ll have the opportunity to learn about traditional weaving.

Tour an ancient local hacienda and stop by the agricultural ruins and vibrant market of Pisac.

After breakfast, your journey will take you to an ancient hacienda, nestled in the fertile valley next to the pueblo of Pisac. Step onto the family-owned hacienda grounds and step into centuries past while your hosts expound upon the growing process of Giant White Corn and its profound cultural significance in the Andes Mountains. This hacienda dates back generations, and you’ll immediately be immersed in local customs steeped in the spirits and mysticism of the Andes, and embraced by the warmth of local Peruvians.

Relish your time on the farm with a delicious multi-course lunch with sample dishes featuring none other than the “white gold” giant-kernelled corn, and make sure to visit the on-site stables housing the renowned Peruvian Paso horses. Watch the horses dance with their human counterparts in a “marinera” demonstration, and even go for a quick trot yourself if you feel up to the task!

From there, your exclusive tour of Peru will take you to another valley town – Pisac – where you’ll have the chance to rub shoulders with locals as you survey the artisan offerings of the market. Vegetables, textiles, and silver jewelry are just some of the items that are sold here.

From here, continue up the mountain in your private vehicle for today’s final stop at the ruins overlooking Pisac. Here, you’ll learn about the complexity of the Incan agricultural system, and their methods of cultivating thousands of varieties of corn and potatoes, and you’ll watch the sun sink over the tips of the Andes Mountains surrounding you.

Meet with an Andean shaman for a traditional wedding ceremony and offering to Pachamama (Mother Earth)!

Performed by an Andean shaman amidst the splendor of Peru’s sierra, and in the presence of the Apus (mountain spirits) and Pachamama (Mother Earth), an Andean wedding ceremony is an incredibly mystical and meaningful way for a couple to bind their lives together or renew their vows to one another.

The ceremony begins in the morning and will include rites of purification and flowering, as well as rites of the four elements – water (purity), fire (strength), air (the Apus), and earth (Pachamama). Together with the help of your shaman, you will make an offering to Pachamama, asking that she protect your union, before exchanging symbolic presents and drink to ensure the strength of your union.

Enjoy a morning train through the cloud forest and visit the Machu Picchu Citadel.

In the morning, we will board the train in Ollantaytambo for our journey to Machu Picchu. Watch the cloud jungle pass by through the large glass windows! Upon arrival at Aguas Calientes, we’ll tuck into an early lunch in order to refuel before ascending to Peru’s lost citadel.

After a bus ride to the gates of this wonder of the world, you will pass through the main gates with your private guide to finally emerge at the top of the world – Machu Picchu. The incredible Inca stone construction will be spread below, alternately hidden and revealed by clouds. Your expert guide will give you a private tour of the ancient city.

Upon conclusion of your tour, return for an evening in Aguas Calientes. Enjoy an excellent dinner on-site at your hotel and fall into bed, lulled to sleep by the sound of the cloud forest around you.

Get ready to experience the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see the one and only, Machu Picchu.

Today you have the option to hike two different trails – Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain, so it’s completely up to you how you would like to culminate your Machu Picchu luxury tour. Feeling adventurous? Consider hiking the steep slope of neighboring Huayna Picchu, which offers unrivaled views over Machu Picchu. Please note that only a limited number of hikers are allowed to climb Huayna Picchu each day and tickets will need to be purchased in advance along with your Machu Picchu entrance.

In the afternoon, reconvene in Aguas Calientes and board the return train to Ollantaytambo. Your Inkas Blood host will meet you at the station and bring you to your hotel for a well-deserved good night’s rest.

Visit the Huayoccari Hacienda for an enchanting horseback ride and gourmet lunch.

After breakfast this morning, we are visiting the Hacienda of Huayoccari. Tucked away in the lush, vegetation-filled private estate of the Lambarri-Orihuela family, this centuries-old hacienda is still family-owned and operated. As you walk through the hacienda, remember to stop and look at the private collection of pre-Columbian, Inca, and colonial artifacts including an impressive collection of ‘Qeros,’ the traditional drinking vessels.

You will start the morning by taking a tour on horseback off-the-beaten-path communities surrounding the hacienda. Peruvian Fine-Step horses, or “Peruvian Paso” horses, are small and elegant creatures known for their smooth gait and friendly disposition. Afterward, return to the Huayoccari Hacienda for a delicious fresh gourmet lunch.

Explore the hidden cobblestone streets of historical Cusco and taste your way through the most iconic Peruvian products.

It’s time to get acquainted with Cusco, a romantic city that wins the heart of almost every traveler that passes through it. After breakfast, meet your guide and wander among the archaeological remains of Sacsayhuaman, where the Incas staged a great battle against the conquistadors. Return to the city and roam the atmospheric streets of the bohemian neighborhood of San Blas, which is known for its free-spirited scene. Explore Coricancha and the Santo Domingo monastery (a colonial structure built on top of the ancient Inca temple of the sun); see where the locals make their grocery runs at the open-air San Pedro market and pass the famous 12-angled stone, whose image appears on the bottle of the local Cusqueña beer.

At the end of the tour, your guide will suggest places to enjoy a delicious local lunch.

Fly from Cusco to Tumbes via Lima and settle into your beachside resort.

From the mountains to the coastline, Peru is ready to offer you something spectacular. Early this morning we will pick you up from your Cusco hotel to continue your romantic encounter or Peru honeymoon on Peru’s northern beaches. We will send you on your way to Tumbes in the north of Peru via a connecting flight to Lima.

A host from your beachside resort will be waiting to meet you at the airport in Tumbes, ready to accompany you on a breathtaking coastal road trip to Mancora.

Check in to your beautiful hotel and instantly begin enjoying its comforts on this simply lovely stretch of coast.

Spend the day soaking in the serenity of this tranquil corner of Peru.

Spend the day reveling in the luxury and tranquility of your hotel and enjoying these wonderful beaches. Relax, take a surf lesson, or ask your hotel about sites of interest and places to visit whilst you are here.

One more beach day on your romantic honeymoon in Peru? Yes, please. Enjoy a day of leisure, with activities like snorkeling in the lively Organos Bay, and discover its unique marine wonder world, including a coral reef and its colorful inhabitants. This beautiful bay is an ideal spot to enjoy snorkeling, an activity suitable for almost every level of expertise.

If it is your first time snorkeling, you will be given some basic techniques so that you will be able to learn all you need in just one day. The only requisite is to know how to swim! Delight your senses and encounter the magic of the northern coast.

Bid farewell to Peru!

After nearly two weeks of unforgettable memories made in Peru, it’s time to depart home. First, we’ll bring you to Tumbes airport for your return flight to Lima. In Lima, a Inkas Blood host will meet you and take you to a restaurant in Costa del Sol before returning to the airport for your journey home! Buen viaje!

Intimate, personalized, and a romantic experience all around, this Andean getaway makes for the perfect honeymoon in Peru. Get in touch with Inkas Blood and we’ll start crafting your very own customized private travel experience to Peru for you and your loved one!