Peru
Peru with Flavor
The ultimate culinary destination
Best time to travel
Year-Round
Recommended for
Groups & Friends, Couples & Honeymoon, Solo Travel
Duration
10 Days / 9 Nights
Price from
$12000
per person
Peru with Flavor is a ten-day immersion into the country’s most exciting kitchens, markets, and culinary traditions. From Lima’s world-leading restaurants to private dining with chef Pedro Miguel Schiaffino, this journey blends exclusive Aracari connections with deep cultural insight.
In the Andes, you’ll taste regional dishes at their origin, cook with local chefs, savor a traditional pachamanca overlooking the Sacred Valley, and wander Cusco’s markets with true insiders. Alongside these flavors, you’ll explore iconic sites, including Pisac, Ollantaytambo, and Machu Picchu, experiencing Peru’s landscapes and history as the backdrop to one unforgettable gastronomic adventure.
Highlights
- Reserve a much sought-after table in Lima, at restaurants in the top 10 of the World's 50 Best Restaurants
- Enjoy a private dining experience with world-renowned chef Pedro Miguel Schiaffino, close friend of Aracari
- Explore the delights of ancient Cusco, discovering the city’s foodie scene led by a local chef, after marveling at Machu Picchu
- Enjoy a traditional pachamanca lunch during whilst taking in expansive views over the Sacred Valley
Daily Summary
Peru with Flavor
The ultimate culinary destination
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
A Taste of Lima Begins
Lima
Arrive in Peru with VIP assistance before settling into your boutique hotel. Begin your culinary journey with dinner at one of Lima’s top restaurants, from Maido to Astrid y Gastón, your perfect first bite of Peru’s world-renowned food scene.
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Day 2
Cooking with Peru’s Culinary Masters
Lima
Choose a hands-on market-to-table lesson with chef Penelope Alzamora held in her Barranco home or beach house or enjoy an intimate private meal cooked exclusively for you by chef Pedro Miguel Schiaffino.
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Day 3
Ancient Lima & Its Flavors
Lima
Explore Lima’s pre-Columbian and colonial history with a specialist guide before tasting the city’s local favorites on our Urban Eats walk. End your day with dinner at Central, one of the world’s most acclaimed restaurants.
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Day 4
Into the Sacred Valley’s Fields & Flavors
Lima - Cusco - Sacred Valley
Fly to Cusco and continue to Pisac to explore its ruins and vibrant market. At Hacienda Sarapampa, tour fields of giant corn with the owners and enjoy a private seven-course lunch paired with a Peruvian Paso horse demonstration.
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Day 5
Salt, Terraces & a Pachamanca Feast
Sacred Valley
Visit the Maras salt pans and the circular terraces of Moray before joining an Andean community for a Pachamanca lunch cooked beneath the earth. Finish with a craft-beer tasting at Cervecería del Valle.
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Day 6
Machu Picchu by Train
Sacred Valley - Machu Picchu
Visit the Inca stronghold of Ollantaytambo, then board the Vistadome (or upgrade to the Hiram Bingham) for a scenic ride to Machu Picchu. Spend the afternoon exploring the iconic citadel with your expert guide.
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Day 7
Sunrise at the Sanctuary
Machu Picchu - Cusco
Return to Machu Picchu at dawn, hiking to the Sun Gate, Huayna Picchu, or Machu Picchu Mountain before taking the train back to Cusco. Settle into your boutique hotel for a restful evening in the ancient Inca capital.
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Day 8
Creative Cusco & Local Bites
Cusco
Discover Cusco’s highlights, from Koricancha to Sacsayhuaman, then explore ateliers, shops, and food stops on our Creative Footsteps & Nibbles walk, led by a local insider.
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Day 9
A Chef’s Table in Cusco
Cusco
Shop Cusco’s famed Ttio market with chef José Luis Lescano, then join him at home to prepare a three-course Peruvian meal. Spend your final evening savoring the flavors of your Andean culinary journey.
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Day 10
Departure with Full Hearts (and Stomachs)
Lima
Transfer to Cusco Airport for your flight to Lima and onward connections, assisted by your Aracari representative every step of the way.
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