Peru – Aracari Travel

The Ultimate Guide to Peru’s Most Unique Experiences

Ana Peralta — Wed, 29 Mar 2023 20:45:21 +0000

Peru is a country brimming with unmissable sights. From the sublime beauty of Machu Picchu, the ancient relic left behind by one of the world’s most formidable civilizations, to the twisting turns of the Amazon River – whose beguiling forest holds all manner of creatures and cultures. However, there is a distinct difference between visiting [...]

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A gift guide to Peru: what to buy where

Ana Peralta — Tue, 21 Dec 2021 20:30:29 +0000

After traveling to Peru with Aracari, many of our guests often return home with precious keepsakes – handmade mementos of a special adventure to treasure forever. Of course, that isn’t uncommon for vaccinations to Peru with so much to see and do in the country, however what is unique to Aracari, is our unrivalled connections [...]

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Moments that Made Aracari: celebrating our 25th birthday

Marisol — Thu, 30 Sep 2021 13:15:45 +0000

Longevity. In today’s competitive climate, longevity is a hard commodity to come by for a business, particularly a travel company – when with each passing year a new travel trend emerges. To have staying power in this industry, one needs both the confidence to adopt new consumer demands and commitment to staying true to founding [...]

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Luxury Travel in the Peruvian Amazon: an insider guide

Marisol — Sat, 24 Jul 2021 23:57:37 +0000

Iquitos in Peru is a beguiling place. For those traveling in Peru and looking to explore the wild rainforests of the Peruvian Amazon, Iquitos is the gateway to adventure. As a luxury travel agent, the team at Aracari know how to make a Peru vacation to the Amazon one that is both enriching and luxurious. [...]

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Traveling in Peru: the time is now

Marisol — Fri, 25 Jun 2021 05:24:10 +0000

In the week of May 17th, 2021, Aracari marked an incredibly special occasion. We welcomed our first guest since before the pandemic back for a luxury vacation in Peru. Astrid chose to travel to Peru from Switzerland, in order to experience our Classic Luxury Peru; an itinerary designed to take in the must-see destinations whilst [...]

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A tour of Machu Picchu – A Virtual Visit on Winter Solstice

Marisol — Wed, 16 Jun 2021 06:53:58 +0000

With Aracari, traveling in Peru often includes a luxury tour of Machu Picchu – especially for those guests vacationing in Peru for the first time. Whether our guests choose to arrive at Peru’s ancient crown jewel via a Machu Picchu hike or via train on one of our Machu Picchu luxury tours, with our expert [...]

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Luxury Trekking in Peru: our top 5 Inca Trail alternatives

Marisol — Thu, 10 Jun 2021 21:45:22 +0000

For those traveling in Peru, the allure of the country’s most famous trekking trail, the Inca Trail trek, is undeniable. Spending four to five days ascending some of the Sacred Valley’s most breath-taking scenery, along the same route taken by Incan pilgrims so many centuries before is an unforgettable experience during one of our luxury [...]

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Traveling for Wellness in Peru

Storymaker — Thu, 01 Apr 2021 20:47:26 +0000

As more people across the globe look to shrubs, herbs and other vegetation for their natural wellbeing benefits, Aracari is anticipating a boom in traveling for wellness. After decades of working closely with local communities, we know that in Peru, making a return to Mother Earth’s own linctus cabinet is nothing new here. Peruvians have [...]

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The Best Easter Celebrations in Peru

Storymaker — Thu, 01 Apr 2021 19:52:49 +0000

Aracari is well versed in understanding Peru’s yearly calendar scattered with celebrations, and the Easter period is no exception. In fact, the days of Easter celebrations in Peru – the Holy Week of the Catholic faith – are marked by some of the nation’s most notable festivals and events. Catholicism arrived with the Spanish in [...]

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Traditional Peruvian Art and Craft – Handmade in Peru

Storymaker — Thu, 01 Apr 2021 18:28:20 +0000

One of Peru’s best kept secrets is the exquisite, handmade collectables produced here. From cotton to clay, the country is rich in raw materials and for generations, Peruvians have harvested these bountiful resources. Cultivating and creating – molding natural materials into expressions of Peruvian identity or talismans of spiritual and historical significance. Yet it is [...]

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