Some of you will remember back in April 2011 we ran a trip led by World-renowned historian and author Dr. John Hemming, The Trip of the Century. Well, for those of you with kindles and the like, Dr. Hemming has recently released a new e-book version of his captivating and informative book The Conquest of […]
Category: Luxury Travel Peru
Peru is a country of extraordinary contrasts. Ancient citadels crown the Andes, vibrant coastal cities pulse with creativity, and remote landscapes still feel untouched by time. For Aracari, luxury travel in Peru is defined by access—the privilege of experiencing this country through the eyes of those who know it best.
In our Travel Journal, we share insights and inspiration from decades of designing exceptional travel in Peru; from guides to the best places to stay with a sense of place, to curated top tens, expert features, and profiles of the people shaping Peru’s cultural and travel landscape today.
For the discerning traveller, Peru boasts first-class hotels with international chains like Belmond, to delightful, top-notch boutiques packed with personality. Luxury travel peru experiences include taking the Hiram Bingham train to Machu Picchu or the overnight Andean Explorer to Lake Titicaca. Specialists – historians, archaelogists, artists, chefs and other leading professionals – work exclusively with Aracari to show you ‘their’ Peru, affording exclusive access visits in Peru and a privilieged insight into the country.
‘Luxury Travel Peru’ shares itinerary inspiration, top travel advice and in-depth features for all you need to know about luxury travel Peru, written by our locally-based, expert travel team drawing on their first-hand travel experiences and unparalleled knowledge.
Visit to Kusi Kawsay School in Peru’s Sacred Valley
By Caitlin, Photos: Caroline Maxcy Photography | On July 4th, 2012 I had the pleasure of visiting one of the most unique schools I have ever seen. It is located in the Urubamba Valley just walking distance from one of the most famous markets in Cusco, the Pisac Market. Kusi Kawsay School, which means happy […]
Highlights of my Peru Bolivia Chile tour
By Marisol The highlights of my trip across Chile, Bolivia and Peru in July/August 2012. Favourite Hotel | Tierra Atacama Best Service | Titilaka Cosiest Hotel | Posada del Inca, Isla del Sol Funkiest Hotel | Luna Salada Most personalised Hotel | La Lune, Cusco Loveliest Room | Awasi Best food | This wasn’t exactly a foodie trip, but the best ice creams […]
World on Sale: Conde Nast Traveler’s 25th anniversary collection, featuring Aracari
Aracari is delighted to announce that our Peru itinerary has been included in World on Sale, a special collection of trips featured by the prestigious travel magazine Condé Nast Traveler to celebrate their 25th anniversary. Ours was one of just 32 trips selected from across the world, with incredible discounts for the first Condé Nast […]
Trip Report: 5 days in Cusco and the Urubamba Valley
By Marisol Discovering Cusco and the Urubamba Valley There are so many new options coming up in Cusco and the Urubamba Valley – to stay the night, to dine and to be active – there was no doubt that part of our trip was going to be spent in the area, trying out new services […]
Trip Report: Lake Titicaca
By Marisol Mosquera Lake Titicaca experience I have visited Lake Titicaca a number of times, mostly on the Peruvian side but also on the Bolivian one. There are many ways to visit the lake on the way from Bolivia to Peru, from Peru to Bolivia as well as while visiting either of the two countries […]





