Peru
Marisol’s Favorite
Peru Insider
Best time to travel
From April to December
Recommended for
Groups & Friends, Couples & Honeymoon, Solo Travel
Duration
10 Days / 9 Nights
Price from
$12000
per person
A word from Aracari founder, Marisol Mosquera…
“I’m passionate about travel, but I really can’t stand crowds or tourist traps. I also love to travel with my son, so incorporating educational opportunities and adventure is important to me.
With this luxury vacation to Peru, ‘Marisol’s Favorite’, I have created an itinerary that will take you to Peru’s top destinations, not as simply a visitor but as an insider. You’ll stay at the best hotels in Peru, places where I have stayed, and where I know there to be personality and charm.
As a lover of nature, I have made sure you’ll also be immersed in breathtaking Andean landscapes, following trails that aren’t overrun with tourists, but those that cross through traditional communities and pass ancient Inca ruins. And of course, since I myself am a foodie – and a Peruvian by birth – I have also included some of the best restaurants, not just in the country but the world, as well as unique gourmet experiences available exclusively to Aracari.
Think of it as my personal guide to the very best of my beloved Peru. Happy travels!”
Marisol’s Favorite is a journey shaped by local knowledge, personal connections, and a deep love for Peru. Crafted by Aracari’s founder herself, this itinerary opens doors to places and people most travelers never encounter, from rural Andean communities and family-run weaving collectives to chef-led culinary experiences and peaceful mountain trails untouched by mass tourism.
You’ll explore Peru’s iconic landmarks the insider way: dining at the country’s most celebrated restaurants, hiking to Machu Picchu via the quieter one-day Inca Trail, wandering Cusco’s creative studios, and staying in properties chosen for their authenticity, charm, and sense of place.
More than a luxury trip, this is Marisol’s own way of experiencing her homeland, thoughtful, immersive, and joyful, shared with travelers who want to see Peru not just beautifully, but meaningfully.
Highlights
- Explore Lima’s history and neighborhoods with insider access, paired with Marisol’s favorite dining spots, Osaka and Maido.
- Hike one of Peru’s most breathtaking routes, passing sacred mountains and mythical lakes.
- Visit the Inca sites of Maras and Moray, before enjoying a foodie afternoon at MIL – the restaurant of Virgilio Martinez.
- Complete the one-day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu and explore the iconic ruins of one of the world's most important archaeological sites.
- Take in the charm of historic Cusco with a unique tour of the city’s artisan hubs.
Daily Summary
Marisol’s Favorite
Peru Insider
10 Days / 9 Nights
Lima, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Cusco
All elements of these journey will be tailormade to your interests and travel style.
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Day 1
Arrival in Lima
Lima
Welcome to Peru’s magnificent capital. Let your Aracari representative take care of all your arrival procedures as you settle into your first night in Lima at the luxurious Villa Barranco
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Day 2
Lima’s History & Flavors
Lima
Explore Peru’s layered history at one of our recommended museums in private. Enjoy an authentic Barranco lunch before a Nikkei dinner at Osaka, one of Marisol’s personal favorites.
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Day 3
Into the Sacred Valley: Lamay Community
Lima – Sacred Valley
Fly to Cusco and continue to the Sacred Valley. Visit the Lamay community for hands-on farming, cooking, or textile traditions before settling into Sol y Luna for a peaceful evening in Andean surroundings.
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Day 4
Sacred Mountains & Mythical Lakes Hike
Sacred Valley
Spend the day high in the Sacred Valley with our experience, ‘Sacred Mountains and Mythical Lakes: A High-Altitude Andean Adventure’ trekking one of Peru’s most breathtaking routes accompanied by an expert guide and native llamas. Overnight at Sol y Luna.
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Day 5
Maras, Moray & MIL by Virgilio Martínez
Sacred Valley
Visit the Inca sites of Maras and Moray and discover the ancient practice of Andean weaving, before enjoying a foodie afternoon at MIL, the restaurant of Virgilio Martinez, mastermind behind Lima’s world-renowned restaurant Central. Overnight at Sol y Luna.
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Day 6
One-Day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu
Inca Trail to Machu Picchu
Alight a Vistadome train to the village of Aguas Calientes, before spending a magical day hiking the one-day Inca Trail to the magnificent Machu Picchu, a wonder of the ancient world. Overnight at Inkaterra Machu Picchu.
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Day 7
Machu Picchu at Dawn & Train to Cusco
Machu Picchu - Cusco
Return early to Machu Picchu with your private guide, hiking to Huayna Picchu, a viewpoint offering spectacular panoramic views. Afterward, take the Vistadome train to Ollantaytambo for your private transfer to back to Cusco and settle into the Belmond Palacio Nazarenas.
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Day 8
Cusco’s Ancient & Artisanal Heart
Cusco
Take in the charm of historic Cusco with a guided tour of the city’s landmarks before discovering Cusco’s creative spaces and local foodie spots during our experience ‘Creative Footsteps and Nibbles’. Overnight at Palacio Nazarenas Belmond Hotel.
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Day 9
Sacsayhuaman & Return to Lima
Cusco-Lima
Explore the hilltop citadel of Sacsayhuaman before flying back to Lima to enjoy a tasting menu in a private dining room at Maido, ranked No. 1 on the World’s 50 Best Restaurants list in 2025. Overnight at Villa Barranco.
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Day 10
Cooking with Lima’s Social Chefs & Departure
Lima
Spend your final day immersed in Peruvian cuisine with a guided market visit followed by an authentic cooking class led by an energetic and engaging young chef. Then head to Lima airport via private transfer for your international flight, heading home full of a sense of Peruvian adventure!
Travel Designer
Mark Green
I'm Mark, a British expat living in Palma de Mallorca, Spain together with my Peruvian wife. Before joining Aracari in 2013, I worked as a Tour and Expedition leader across South America. I'm passionate about helping travelers plan their adventures, and enjoy photography, hiking, and soccer. Some of my favorite travel experiences include spotting jaguars in the wild at Tambopata Research Center, hiking through Chile's Torres del Paine National Park, and visiting Rainbow Mountain in...
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