Custom Itinerary
Parupudi Peruvian Adventure
This custom expedition has been specifically created to highlight the prominent cultural sites and experiences of Peru, from the Pacific Coast to the Andes. Bilingual guides will escort you throughout your trip, and the luxury boutique hotels selected all have beautiful grounds and facilities, high levels of service and stunning scenery.
All of the tours, including the Inca Trail, are private to ensure you have the best experience. Also, seventy percent of your meals are included in this price (see section at the bottom for details). International and domestic airfare is not included.
The total price for the trip for two is $10,560. See booking terms and conditions at the bottom.
Elevation: 505 Feet in Lima
Bienvenidos! Guests will be greeted upon arrival at the Lima International Airport with a name sign. Private transportation will be provided to the guests’ hotel located in Barranco, which is known as the bohemian art district. The remainder of the day will be at leisure to relax after their long journey.
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Lima’s only Relais & Chateaux hotel, the restored Belle Epoque mansion was first built in 1914 as a summer home for a wealthy Limeno family. Following extensive restoration works, the white stucco mansion recovered its former glory and started a new life as a luxury boutique hotel in May 2013. Located within Barranco’s bohemian art district, this property has become one of the trendiest boutique hotels in Peru.
Guests will partake in Lima’s top rated food tour operated by the renowned Lima Gourmet Company! The day will include a walking tour of Barranco – Lima’s bohemian art district, organic Peruvian coffee, colorful market visit and fruit tasting, amazing views of Miraflores, exclusive selections of Peru’s best dishes and cocktails, multiple neighborhoods and dessert amid the pre-Incan ruins of Huaca Pucllana.
The guests will then be transported back to their hotel and have the afternoon at leisure before enjoying a special birthday dinner at Xoma – one of Lima’s best up and coming restaurants. Founded by Ralf Zúñiga, a young chef who was trained under Eric Canino, chef at La Voile La Reserve Ramatuelle Hotel & Spa on the French Rivera, which has been the recipient of two Michelin stars, Ralf brings freshness and ingenuity to Lima’s burgeoning culinary scene. His concept is to rediscover the flavors of Peruvian cuisine through a fun, modern and fresh approach.
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Elevation: 11,151 Feet in Cusco
Guests will have the morning to enjoy the salty air of Lima before transferring to the airport for their flight into the heart of the Andes! Private transportation will be provided to the Lima International Airport and guests will be met by staff upon their arrival into Cusco. The group will have a private guide and transportation escort them to their historical hotel. A welcome toast will also be enjoyed overlooking Cusco city and the remainder of the day will be at leisure. Walk down cobble-stone streets, marvel at the colonial architecture and take in the sights and sounds of this spectacular city – that is what is in store for the first day in Cusco!
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The Antigua Casona San Blas is a beautiful boutique property located in the posh San Blas neighborhood of Cusco. Close to shops, restaurants, art galleries and the Plaza de Armas, it is a great location to explore the eclectic city of Cusco. The original casona has been restored to its former prestige with beautiful hand carved wooden balconies, stone patios, and stone archways that invite the past into the present. The casona offers an in-house bar, restaurant, central fireplace and lounges.
Elevation: 9,160 Feet in the Sacred Valley
Today will be a complete day of exploration in the heart of the Sacred Valley of the Incas! Guests will enjoy a scenic drive to Chinchero, which is world-renowned for its native textiles. Local mamitas will conduct a demonstration of the natural dyeing and weaving process of traditional textiles. The tour will continue to Moray Archeological Site. This site is famed for its impressive concentric circle terraces.
After the visit, guests will be transported to Mountain View, which is located at a gorgeous viewpoint above the Maras Salt Mines. Known for its friendly llamas and panoramic views of the Andes, this is the perfect countryside lunch spot! Guests will indulge in a (3) course gourmet picnic lunch. The final activity of the day will be exploring the Maras Salt Mines. This unique landscape has been in use since pre-Incan times and is still harvested by the local community. The day will conclude with time to enjoy an evening at leisure in Cusco.
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Elevation: 9,160 Feet in the Sacred Valley
This morning the private guide will pick-up the guests at their hotel to embark on an adventure into the Andean countryside! The journey will begin at Sacsayhuaman Archaeological Site, which was an Incan fortress towering above Cusco city and boasts massive megalithic stonemasonry. The drive will continue to Pisaq Archaeological Site. Along the way a stop will be made at a traditional brick oven for guests to sample traditional empanadas. The group will then have time to wander through the colorful streets and famed artisanal market. The drive will continue to Pisaq Archaeological Site where their private guide will conduct a tour about this fascinating site. Guests will learn about the fascinating history of the expansive Incan Empire as they meander through these impressive ruins.
After this experience, guests will then be transported to Hacienda Sarapampa. Here, they will explore a working farm of the endemic giant white corn and dine on a delectable farm to table lunch. The afternoon and evening will be at leisure for guests to enjoy the serene property of Sol y Luna, nestled within the Sacred Valley.
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At an altitude of 9,186 feet, colors are brilliant: the blue of the sky, the red of the earth and a fragmented mosaic created by a profusion of flowers. Sol y Luna is inspired by this luminous setting and is a paean to the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Its architecture is a mix of avant-garde and primitive Peru, its clay walls are a backdrop to both contemporary and traditional Peruvian art, and its stones, beams and bricks from the valley find their natural home here. Its mouthwatering cuisine also draws its inspiration from local gastronomy, yet with a contemporary twist. Sol y Luna is close to archaeological sites and offers a doorway to this lost civilization.
Elevation: 7, 972 Feet in Machu Picchu
Early this morning guests will be picked up from their hotel via private transportation and be driven to the Ollantaytambo Train Station. They will embark on an approximate 1 hour and 5 minute train ride to KM104, the start of the trail. This shorter version of the Classic Inca Trail Trek allows guests to enjoy the splendor of trekking along the world-famous Inca Trail as well as visit the most beautiful Incan ruins along the way to Machu Picchu – Winay Wayna. Sweeping vistas, perfectly constructed terraces and stunning views of Incan ruins make this an unforgettable trek through the Andes!
After immersing into the cloud forest, guests will arrive to the Inca Citadel through the Sun Gate, which offers the first view of the Lost City of the Incas. Guests will then continue the scenic trek to the entrance of Machu Picchu where they will take a bus the remainder of the way to Machu Picchu Pueblo. Dinner is included and will be enjoyed by guests at their hotel before they retire to their comfortable rooms for the night.
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Sumaq Machu Picchu is a 5-Star hotel in Machu Picchu Pueblo, located at the base of Machu Picchu. The hotel is in a privileged location – a short walk from the train station, laying quietly alongside the Vilcanota River. The property’s décor is luxurious with beautiful art filling the lobby. Here you will be greeted by welcoming staff bearing a refreshing lemongrass towel and a delicious chicha morada, a traditional drink made of purple corn and pineapple juice. The room is the epitome of comfort, which is a perfect way to spend a relaxing evening after conquering the Inca Trail!
Elevation: 7, 972 Feet (2,430 Meters) in Machu Picchu
After waking up amidst the tropical Andes, today will be dedicated to enjoying the splendor and beauty of the mystical Machu Picchu! Guests will enjoy a guided tour of Machu Picchu as well as an ascent up the Huayna Picchu precipice before returning to Machu Picchu Pueblo for a delectable lunch. Transportation via train and private vehicle will be provided back to Cusco for an evening at leisure.
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In the heights of the Peruvian Andes lies the famous Incan city of Cusco. With a prime location, Casa Cartagena Boutique Hotel & Spa emerges after years of restoration that preserved the ancient house’s original design. The property has now become one of the most luxurious hotels in town. Enjoy the comforts of this magical refuge in its unique beauty, which combines old Inca stones with colonial architecture. An intimate refuge consisting of only sixteen cozy suites that combine modern and ancient touches will make for an unforgettable experience. The exclusive suites are distributed symmetrically surrounding a lovely courtyard.
Elevation: 11,151 Feet in Cusco
Guests will awake for their last time in Cusco and have the morning to relax, shop and explore the city prior to their departure to the Cusco Airport. A late check-out will be guaranteed at the hotel. A private vehicle and staff will escort the group to the Cusco Airport for the final farewell.
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Private guide and driver gratuity is not included, nor solicited. However, should guests receive excellent service it would be welcome.