Why choose a Peru Honeymoon? A vacation to Peru is described by many as a once in a lifetime trip, full of incredible experiences that create lasting memories – surely that’s the perfect recipe for a honeymoon trip? Whether you need relaxing post-wedding down time or are geared up for a big adventure together, Peru is a fantastic choice as a unique honeymoon destination. Aracari Travel specialises in tailormade luxury trips to Peru, so we can put together the perfect Peru honeymoon that ticks all your boxes, whatever they may be. Idyllic beach retreat? Hiking boots and adventure? Just lots of champagne and spa treats? The first step is to decide what style of honeymoon you both want. Here’s some inspiration for a special romantic honeymoon in Peru with Aracari. Stylish Explorers: A Shared Adventure Inca Trail & Luxury Trekking in the Andes of Peru If you’d like to take on an adventure that offers a shared sense of accomplishment and the ultimate honeymoon bragging rights, this is perfect! Trekking in Peru is one of the best ways to discover the country's magnificent natural beauty – taking in stunning glacier-clad mountain passes, traditional Andean villages, rare wildlife and of course the ancient archaeological sites. There are many options to choose from, including the famous Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, the iconic lost city of the Incas, high on many people’s bucket list. Trekking doesn’t mean roughing it! For the perfect honeymoon hiking experience, have a look at our luxury trekking options. Our Lodge to Lodge treks, Ausangate or Salkantay, mean you have a comfortable bed awaiting you each night. And for our camping options, we offer luxury private treks with dedicated personal chefs, top-of-the-line camping equipment and more. Horseback Riding in Colca Canyon & Eco-Spa Another fantastic destination for a memorable honeymoon trip is Colca Canyon, one of Peru's most dramatic and spectacular natural landscapes, said to be the
Why choose a Peru Honeymoon? A vacation to Peru is described by many as a once in a lifetime trip, full of incredible experiences that create lasting memories – surely that’s the perfect recipe for a honeymoon trip? Whether you need relaxing post-wedding down time or are geared up for a…
Whether arriving by train to Machu Picchu or hiking along the famous Inca trail, the range of luxury properties at Machu Picchu is guaranteed to offer you the ideal place to rest and relax. Here we give our roundup of the best luxury hotels in Machu Picchu. We've inspected every hotel on a room-by-room level, so share Aracari's insider info for when planning Machu Picchu luxury trips using our first-hand destination knowledge. Aracari Reviews the Best Luxury Hotels in Machu Picchu Belmond Sanctuary Lodge The ultimate choice for luxury seekers. Belmond Sanctuary Lodge is the only hotel located within the sanctuary of Machu Picchu. It is located right by the ticket entrance, while the other best luxury hotels in Machu Picchu are located in Aguas Calientes, nestled at the foot of the Inca site. Belmond Sanctuary Lodge is one of the best luxury hotels in Machu Picchu thanks to this location: it avoids the need to catch a bus up or down to the ruins. Some rooms boast mountain views and don't be surprised if you see a hummingbirds in the lush gardens! As you would expect from an international luxury 5* hotel, services include massage treatments (ideal after a trek!) and fine dining. Guests staying at Belmond Sanctuary Lodge enjoy their meals at the property, with no need to head down to Aguas Calientes. Why stay here? Location, due to its exceptionally easy access to Machu Picchu. Aracari Insider tip: Even if you don't stay here overnight, the hotel's location makes it a great spot for lunch during your Machu Picchu visit. Contact us now for best rates and a tailormade itinerary staying at Belmond Sanctuary Lodge. Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo is located at the foot of Machu Picchu, right by the train station in the town of Aguas Calientes. The 85 bungalow-style rooms are dotted throughout twelve acres
Whether arriving by train to Machu Picchu or hiking along the famous Inca trail, the range of luxury properties at Machu Picchu is guaranteed to offer you the ideal place to rest and relax. Here we give our roundup of the best luxury hotels in Machu Picchu. We’ve inspected every hotel…
Sarapampa is a Quechua word which means 'cornfield', a fitting name for this beautiful and sprawling property of Hacienda Sarapampa in the Sacred Valley. In these parts, daily life revolves around corn cultivation as it has done for the people of the Andes for centuries. A visit to Hacienda Sarapampa is a chance to witness the journey of this sacred crop from field to plate as you learn about the history and importance of corn in the Sacred Valley, followed by a delicious seven course meal with the hacienda owners. This experience is one of the culinary highlights of the Sacred Valley. See Giant Corn grow at Hacienda Sarapampa The Sacred Andean Crop Corn is one of the oldest domesticated crops and has always been part of life for the Andean people. Peru has more varieties of corn than anywhere else in the world, with a huge range of colours, shapes and culinary applications. Sheltered by the mountains and boasting a favourable climate, the Sacred Valley of the Incas is the home to many varieties of corn including the Giant Cusco Corn, adapted to grow only within the boundaries of the valley. The Inca associated corn with the sun and planting and harvest times were highly ritualised with state ceremonies. As well as an important source of food, the Inca used corn to make chicha de jora, a popular fermented alcoholic beverage which was consumed in large quantities during religious festivals and is still enjoyed across Peru today. Sold in small unlicensed shops in people’s homes, their location is discretely revealed by bamboo poles bearing flags, red plastic bags and flowers. Touring the Hacienda This is an opportunity to learn about the importance of this crop in the Sacred Valley - the history of corn in the valley, including its crucial role in the lives of early Andeans, the following colonial period, right
Sarapampa is a Quechua word which means ‘cornfield’, a fitting name for this beautiful and sprawling property of Hacienda Sarapampa in the Sacred Valley. In these parts, daily life revolves around corn cultivation as it has done for the people of the Andes for centuries. A visit to Hacienda Sarapampa is…
Puente Qeswachaka I’ve visted Cuzco and the Sacred Valley so many times – for work and pleasure, and I love that even now after all these years, there are new things to discover in the region. Before a recent work trip, a colleague mentioned that my trip would coincide with the annual rebuilding of the Qeswachaka Bridge in June. I was intrigued and had to go see it. An ancient tradition lives on So much has changed in the Sacred Valley over the centuries, and there is very little that has remained from the time of the Inca. It’s nice to see local communities committed to preserving their history and traditions. Qeswa (with many spelling variations) from the Quechua language is a rope made of twisted, dried maguey or qoya grasses, and chaka means bridge, so it essentially translates to rope bridge. The handwoven rope bridge is located across the Apurimac River near Huinchiri, about 3 hours from Cuzco, and is the last remaining Inca rope bridge. There is a modern vehicular bridge that crosses the river, so its annual reconstruction is more about maintaining ancient customs than for functional need. The site is not easy to access - you have to hike there, and to see the progress over the few days that it takes to build the bridge means camping nearby as there are no hotels in the area. It takes a village to raise a bridge I arrived on the last of the four days that it takes to construct the bridge. The whole process is dictated by rituals and sacred customs. There are specific roles for the 180+ people involved from several family groups to rebuild the bridge each June. For instance, the women’s job is to weave and twist the dried grass
Puente Qeswachaka I’ve visted Cuzco and the Sacred Valley so many times – for work and pleasure, and I love that even now after all these years, there are new things to discover in the region. Before a recent work trip, a colleague mentioned that my trip would coincide…