Peru
Luxury Meets Authenticity
First-class comfort and authentic experiences
Best time to travel
From April to December
Recommended for
Groups & Friends, Couples & Honeymoon, Solo Travel
Duration
14 Days / 13 Nights
Price from
$16800
per person
Luxury Meets Authenticity is a two-week journey through Peru’s most compelling contrasts, immersive Andean culture, remote mountain trekking, the wonder of Machu Picchu, and the deep Amazon rainforest. Designed for travelers seeking comfort without sacrificing connection, this itinerary blends boutique hotels with deluxe wilderness camping and the first-class refinement of the Delfin I.
Meet local communities in the Sacred Valley, hike the uncrowded Ancascocha route beneath soaring peaks, explore the citadel of Machu Picchu, and drift through the Amazon on a vessel where wildlife encounters and gourmet cuisine unfold in equal measure. This is Peru at its most diverse, intimate, and beautifully authentic.
Highlights
- Explore vibrant Sacred Valley communities for genuine insight into Andean traditions
- Trek the uncrowded Ancascocha route, reaching pristine lagoons and remote Inca sites.
- Visit Machu Picchu at an unhurried pace, with the option to hike to scenic viewpoints.
- Enjoy a blend of boutique hotels, deluxe campsites, and the elegant Delfin I.
- Witness extraordinary Amazon wildlife with expert naturalist guides.
- Balance cultural immersion, wild landscapes, and refined comfort throughout Peru.
Daily Summary
Luxury Meets Authenticity
First-class comfort and authentic experiences
14 Days / 13 Nights
Lima, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Cusco, Iquitos
All elements of these journey will be tailormade to your interests and travel style.
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Day 1
Arrival in Lima
Lima
Arrive in Lima and meet your Aracari host for VIP assistance before transferring to your boutique hotel in Barranco. Spend the evening settling in at leisure.
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Day 2
Lima’s Ancient & Colonial Stories
Lima
Explore Lima with a specialist guide, from a 2,000-year-old adobe pyramid to the Larco Museum’s treasures and the city’s grand colonial core. Visit Casa Aliaga before returning to your hotel.
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Day 3
Into the Sacred Valley
Lima – Sacred Valley
Fly to Cusco and descend into the Sacred Valley. Visit Awanacancha to meet native camelids, explore Pisac’s vibrant market and impressive ruins, then enjoy lunch at Hacienda Huayoccari before checking in.
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Day 4
Life in an Andean Community
Sacred Valley
Visit the Janac Chuquibamba community to learn about local traditions, walk to the slopes where achupalla plants grow, and hear legends tied to daily life. Enjoy a homemade lunch and music before returning.
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Day 5
Ancascocha Trek: To the Lagoon Camp
TREK - Qamicancha & Ancascocha
Begin the remote Ancascocha trek, passing waterfalls, orchids, and soaring peaks. Enjoy a chef-prepared lunch en route before reaching your high Andean campsite beside the blue Ancascocha Lagoon.
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Day 6
Over Abra Huayanay to Paucarcancha
TREK - Abra Huayanay & Paucarcancha
Climb to Abra Huayanay, the trek’s highest pass, surrounded by glaciers and rugged peaks. Descend into the Qesqa Valley for lunch, then continue to the Inca site of Paucarcancha to camp for the night.
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Day 7
Joining the Inca Trail & Onward to Machu Picchu
TREK - Huayabamba & Piscacucho- MACHU PICCHU
Follow a gentler path to meet the traditional Inca Trail, passing terraces and small settlements. Explore Ollantaytambo’s fortress before boarding a panoramic train to Aguas Calientes for the night.
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Day 8
Machu Picchu: First Exploration
Machu Picchu
Visit Machu Picchu with your expert guide, with the option to hike to the Sun Gate, Huayna Picchu, or Machu Picchu Mountain. Enjoy the afternoon exploring at your own pace before returning to your hotel.
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Day 9
Second Entry & Return to Cusco
Machu Picchu - Cusco
Enjoy a second morning at Machu Picchu or nature walks around your lodge. Take the Vistadome train to the Sacred Valley and continue to Cusco, with an optional stop in Chinchero en route.
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Day 10
Cusco’s Icons & A Private BBQ
Cusco
Discover Cusco’s most important sites, from Koricancha and San Blas to Sacsayhuaman. End with a private BBQ overlooking the city, prepared by your dedicated cook atop an ancient Inca wall.
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Day 11
Into the Amazon: Aboard Delfin I
Cusco - Iquitos
Fly to Iquitos and board the luxurious Delfin I. Settle into your private suite and enjoy a welcome briefing, wildlife spotting from deck, and a gourmet dinner beneath the Amazon night sky.
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Day 12
Canopy Walkway & River Exploration
Amazon
Walk among the treetops on a spectacular canopy walkway, then explore blackwater lagoons and the Pacaya Samiria Reserve by skiff. Visit San Regis to meet a respected local shaman before returning on board.
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Day 13
Jungle Trails & River Confluence
Amazon
Hike deep into the rainforest on terra firme trails to spot wildlife with your naturalist. Visit a local village, then witness the dramatic meeting of three Amazonian rivers before a farewell dinner on board.
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Day 14
Manatee Rescue Center & Departure
Iquitos - Lima
Disembark and visit the Manatee Rescue Center to learn about conservation efforts before transferring to the Iquitos airport. Fly to Lima for your international departure.
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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