Embark on an exclusive adventure through Peru’s most iconic destinations, where luxury and authenticity blend in every experience. Begin in Lima, South America’s culinary capital, enjoying a gastronomic experience route with traditional and contemporary Peruvian cuisine.
Next, stop into the magical Sacred Valley of the Incas, staying in hotels and exploring ancient sites like Pisac with a culinary experience in one spectacular place. Enjoy unique culinary experiences in Chinchero featuring organic local products and gourmet lunches in unforgettable natural settings.
The journey continues with an unforgettable visit to Machu Picchu, one of the Seven Wonders of the World, with exclusive transfers and a private guide who will connect you with the site’s rich history and energy.
Finally, immerse yourself in the historic charm of Cusco, the former capital of the Inca Empire. Wander its vibrant streets, and enjoy Andean fusion cuisine that celebrates Peru’s ancestral flavors with a modern twist.
This 10-day tour is carefully crafted for those seeking to discover Peru with comfort, cultural depth, and a world-class culinary touch.
LUXURY SACRED VALLEY & PERU TOUR – 10 DAYS
Discover Peru in comfort and style with this 10-day journey designed for lovers of culture, cuisine, and refined travel. Begin in Lima, where curated tastings showcase the best of traditional and modern Peruvian gastronomy. Then, travel to the Sacred Valley, staying in elegant accommodations and exploring Inca heritage sites like Pisac and Chinchero, paired with organic, gourmet dining.
Enjoy a private guided visit to Machu Picchu, with seamless transfers and a personalized experience of this iconic wonder. Conclude your adventure in Cusco, where colonial charm, Inca history, and exquisite Andean fusion cuisine come together.
This itinerary blends luxury, history, nature, and world-class food-capturing the true essence of Peru.
Luxury Sacred Valley & Peru Tour at a Glance
Day 01: Pick-Up from the Airport in Lima
According to your flight details, we will transfer you from the airport to your hotel.
Day 02: Virreinal City Tour – Larco Museum
The day begins in your hotel with a transfer to Lima's Historic Center at approximately 9:00 a.m., where you'll visit the Franciscan monastery, the guard at the Presidential Palace, Lima Cathedral, and Plaza de Armas. Continue walking down Jirón de la Unión and reach Plaza San Martín. Lunchtime is in a good restaurant. Then, as a last part of the tour, visit the Larco Museum.
Day 03: Visit a Luxury Market and Ceviche Route – Huaca Pucllana
Today, between 8 am to 9am approx. You’ll explore Huacapucllana; then go to a traditional market, enjoy a culinary class, where you will realize typical dishes like ceviche, causa, and optional saltado or aji de gallina at the end of this experience, and return to your hotel.
Day 04: Flight to Cusco – Spend the Night in the Sacred Valley
According to the schedule available. You will take a domestic flight to Cusco, at an altitude of 3,487 m (11,440 ft). We’ll transfer you to your hotel in Yanahuara in the Sacred Valley.
Day 05: Pisac Market and Lunch at a Hacienda in the Sacred Valley
Start your day by visiting Pisac around 9am, approx, with an artisan market, also the archaeological complex. Then, we will take you to a charming colonial hacienda and farm for your first gastronomic experience with a local family After this experience, we will take you back to your hotel
Day 06: Chinchero – Viviental Experience with Local People – Salineras – Moray – Maras
In the morning, between 8am to 9 am, we begin visiting Chinchero, where you’ll explore Inca ruins and learn about textile experiences, then continue with the trip. You’ll go to “Machuqolqa” with a local family and enjoy the experience of “PACHAMANCA”. Continue with the trip and go to the salt mines of Maras and Moray. Finally back to your hotel
Day 07: Ollantaytambo, Vistadome Train to Aguas Calientes
Between 9am approx, we’ll visit the Ollantaytambo archaeological site, continue we’ll catch the Observatory train to Aguas Calientes and transfer to your hotel. Later in the afternoon, you’ll have some free time to explore the town of Aguas Calientes. We’ll gather for dinner at the scheduled time.
Day 08: Machu Picchu and Back to Cusco
Early morning visit the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu for approximately 3 hrs with your guide. Then, you’ll take a bus back to Aguas Calientes for lunch. Later in the day, board the Vistadome train for the return journey to Ollantaytambo and transfer to your hotel in Cusco.
Day 09: City Tour
You’ll have the morning to relax and get used to the altitude. At 1:30 pm, we’ll pick you up from your hotel for a 4-hour guided tour. We’ll explore the Santo Domingo Convent and Qoricancha (Temple of the Sun), Sacsayhuaman, Q’enqo, Pukapukara, and Tambomachay. After the tour, we’ll return to Cusco.
Spend a night in Cusco with dinner as your preference.
Day 10: Visit San Pedro Market and Enjoy a Culinary Experience – Airport Transfer – End of Tour
Today, at 8am approx. You will visit the San Pedro Market,, in the company of a chef you will shop for local products and then head to a suitable environment with implements where you can have a local food class preparing and enjoying the best of Cusco and Peru.
Finally, according to your flight back home, transfer to the airport in Cusco.
LUXURY SACRED VALLEY & PERU TOUR ITINERARY
Day 01: According to Your Arrival Schedule, Transfer Service Airport – Hotel
Day 02: Virreinal City Tour – Larco Museum
The day begins in Lima's Historic Center, where you'll visit a charming Franciscan monastery and a fascinating colonial mansion dating back to the mid-16th century, for a glimpse of colonial-era lifestyle. Then, watch the solemn changing of the guard at the Presidential Palace, as you stroll past Lima Cathedral and Plaza de Armas. Finally, walk down Jirón de la Unión, one of Lima's main streets, to reach Plaza San Martín, a monument to the first hundred years of independence. Lunch will take place at a famous nearby restaurant that treats guests to well-served portions of traditional Peruvian food. In the afternoon, you'll visit the impressive collection at the Larco Museum, which since 1926 has been housed within a viceregal hacienda dating back to the 18th century and spans five thousand years of Peruvian history: from the beginnings of Andean civilization to the Inca era.
Day 03: Visit a Luxury Market and Ceviche Route – Huaca Pucllana
Today you’ll explore Huacapucllana; at the end you will explore the varieties of Peruvian ceviche on a journey through its fascinating history and evolution, from the most traditional recipes to the most experimental approaches. Whether prepared on the spot at a local market in San Isidro, then go to the restaurant, and with an explanation, you will realize typical dishes like ceviche, causa, and optional saltado or aji de gallina at the end of this experience, back to your hotel.
Day 04: Flight to Cusco – Spend the Night in the Sacred Valley
Upon arrival at Lima International Airport, you will take a domestic flight to Cusco. This short yet spectacular flight over the snowy Andes Mountains brings you to Cusco, at an altitude of 3,487 m (11,440 ft). Once you arrive in Cusco, we’ll transfer you to your hotel in Yanahuara in the Sacred Valley.
Day 05: Pisac Market and Lunch at a Hacienda in the Sacred Valley
This day you will start by visiting Pisac, a charming little town famous for its artisan market. On a nearby hill is an archaeological complex with the same name, one of the most impressive examples of Inca engineering. From its strategic location, this ancient settlement dominated the entrance to the Sacred Valley. Then, we will take you to a charming colonial hacienda and farm for your first gastronomic experience.
With a local family producer of giant white corn. They will welcome you into their home and let you come close to farm life in the valley by their side. You will learn firsthand about giant white corn, a crop native to the Sacred Valley (the only one in the world with a certificate of origin!), its harvest, and life at the ranch. Your hosts will delight you with a 4-course meal prepared with corn and other local ingredients.
After this experience, we will take you back to your hotel.
Day 06: Chinchero – Viviental Experience with Local People, Salineras, Moray & Maras
In the morning, we begin with a delicious breakfast before heading to Chinchero where you’ll explore inca ruins and learn about textile experiences then continue with the trip you’ll go to a spectacular place “Machuqolqa” with a local family and enjoy the fabulous view of the sacred valley, here you’ll have a cooking experience of “PACHAMANCA” and enjoy with alpacas walking around. Continue with the trip and go to the salt mines of Maras where you’ll witness the traditional salt extraction process. We’ll then explore the fascinating archaeological site of Moray. Back to your hotel
Day 07: Ollantaytambo, Vistadome Train to Aguas Calientes
In the morning, we’ll visit the Ollantaytambo archaeological site for a 30-minute tour, where we’ll explore its awe-inspiring fortress and walk around the living Inca city that still maintains Inca streets and buildings. In the afternoon, we’ll catch the train to Aguas Calientes, where the agency staff will be ready to take us to our respective accommodations. Later in the afternoon, you’ll have some free time to explore the town of Aguas Calientes. We’ll gather for dinner at the scheduled time. Make sure to rest up early, as tomorrow is the big day—your visit to Machu Picchu.
Day 08: Machu Picchu and Back to Cusco
After replenishing your energy with a delicious breakfast at the hotel, you will take a bus to the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu. You will begin the guided tour, expertly navigating through the fascinating ruins and main streets. Explore the city's plazas and ascend intricate staircases of carved stone. Machu Picchu, revered as the spiritual center of the world according to esoteric wisdom, will captivate your senses during this two-hour guided tour. Then, you’ll take a bus back to Aguas Calientes. Later in the day, board the Vistadome train for the return journey to Ollantaytambo. Upon arrival at the station, our team will pick you up and transfer you to your hotel in Cusco.
Day 09: City Tour Cusco
You’ll have the morning to relax and get used to the altitude. At 1:30 pm, we’ll pick you up from your hotel for a 4-hour guided tour. We’ll explore the Santo Domingo Convent and Qoricancha (Temple of the Sun), and then head to the impressive Inca archaeological sites around Cusco: Sacsayhuaman, Q’enqo, Pukapukara, and Tambomachay. After the tour, we’ll return to Cusco.
Day 10: Visit San Pedro Market and Enjoy a Culinary Experience – Airport Transfer – End
Today you will visit the San Pedro Market, the heart of Cusco gastronomy, to delve into the wonder of Andean delicacies by tasting tamales, pork rinds, native fruits, cheese and bread, among other flavors. Then, Today you will visit the San Pedro Market, the heart of Cusco gastronomy, to delve into the wonder of Andean delicacies by tasting tamales, pork rinds, native fruits, cheese and bread, among other flavors. In addition, in the company of a chef you will shop for local products and then head to a suitable environment with implements where you can have a local food class, preparing and enjoying the best of Cusco and Peru. Undoubtedly this unforgettable and delicious experience.
INCLUDED
- Private tourist transportation (during all your trip)
- Professional guide in English
- Entrances in each place according to your itinerary
- Round-trip domestic flight from Lima - Cusco - Lima (handbag, carry-on bag 10 kg, checked baggage 23kg)
- 09 breakfast in your hotel
- 04 lunches
- 04 cooking experiences (Lima, Pisac, Chinchero, Cusco)
- 04 dinners
- 09 nights hotel 4 stars category( according to availability)
- Entrance to Machu Picchu
- Bus up and down to the citadel
- Round-trip vistadome train Ollantaytambo - Aguas Calientes - Ollantaytambo
NOT INCLUDED
- International flight
- Personal expenses
- Water, snacks
WHAT SHOULD YOU BRING?
- Strong walking shoes or tennis shoes
- A sweater and a thick jacket
- Bottle of water
- Hat or cap
- Rain coat
- Long-sleeved shirt
- Long and short pants
- Insect repellent
- Sunblock with a UV factor of at least 40
- Toilet paper
- Lantern
- Sunglasses
- Plastic Bags
- Camera with Extra Batteries and Film
- Medical or Personal Items
- Lightweight Backpack
- Some Cash in Small Bills
What kind of culinary experiences can I expect during the trip?
During this trip, you will enjoy typical Peruvian lunches and authentic experiences such as cooking with Andean communities in the Sacred Valley. Each experience is designed to connect Peruvian tradition with gastronomic innovation.
Is it possible to adapt the gastronomic itinerary to special diets or dietary restrictions?
Yes, all restaurants and culinary experiences included can be customized for vegetarians, vegans, celiacs or people with food allergies, as long as they are informed in advance. The diversity of ingredients in Peru allows for delicious options for everyone.
What makes the Sacred Valley's gastronomy different compared to that of Lima or Cusco?
In the Sacred Valley, the flavors are deeply linked to high-altitude products, such as giant corn, quinoa, or native potatoes. Unlike Lima, which stands out for its fusion and seafood cuisine, here, there is a more organic experience, from the earth to the plate, often in open-air spaces surrounded by nature.
Does the tour include cooking classes or hands-on activities?
Yes, the itinerary can include interactive workshops with local chefs or traditional cooks, where you will learn how to prepare typical dishes such as ceviche, pachamanca or aji de gallina, while learning about the cultural origin of each recipe.
Do you visit local markets or food production sites?
Absolutely. The trip includes visits to traditional markets such as San Pedro in Cusco or San Isidro in Lima, as well as visits to organic farms and agricultural projects where you can learn about ancient Andean crops.
LUXURY SACRED VALLEY & PERU TOUR TRAVEL INFORMATION
Elegant Accommodations
Stay in carefully selected 4 or 5-star hotels and boutique retreats (according to your booking) that blend luxury with local charm. Enjoy spacious rooms, premium amenities, and warm Peruvian hospitality throughout your journey.
Culinary Experiences
Peru is a top culinary destination, and this tour is a feast for the senses:
Tasting menus in Lima led by top chefs
Organic farm-to-table lunch in the Sacred Valley
Andean fusion dining in Cusco
Special diets? We’ve got you covered with advance notice
Seamless Transportation
Private transfers throughout your trip
- VIP train to Machu Picchu (Vistadome or First Class)
- Optional domestic flights arranged on request
- Baggage assistance and travel concierge support included
Best Time to Travel
- Ideal months: April to October (dry season in the Andes)
- Lima: Mild and coastal
- Sacred Valley & Cusco: Warm days, cool evenings
Altitude Awareness
- Cusco: 3,400 m (11,150 ft)
- Sacred Valley: 2,800 m (9,200 ft)
- We recommend light activity on your first day and plenty of hydration. Coca tea and altitude supportare readily available.
What to Pack
- Lightweight clothing for daytime and layers for cooler nights
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Sun protection (hat, sunscreen, sunglasses)
- Travel adapter (220V, plug types A/B)
- Passport (required for Machu Picchu entry)
Connectivity & Essentials
- Free Wi-Fi in hotels and many restaurants
- Limited cell service in remote areas
- Local SIM cards and eSIM options available
- Major credit cards accepted; carry some soles for small purchases
Travel Tips
- No visa required for most nationalities (including U.S., Canada, EU)
- Travel insurance strongly recommended
- Private or small-group options available
- Tours available in English, Spanish, and other languages on request