Luxury Highlights of Peru

Enjoy The Highlights Of Peru In Refined Luxury

Take in Peru's spectacular highlights in refined luxury, staying in some of South America's finest hotels and enjoying a romantic ride through the high plains of the Andes aboard the Belmond Andean Explorer.

The highlights include Lake Titicaca- the world's highest navigable lake. Lima - the continent's foremost gastronomic and cultural destination. Cusco - the former capital of the Inca empire and finally, Machu Picchu and the Sacred Valley.

This 12-day itinerary allows you to travel in style and comfort with every detail carefully tailored to you and your own personal preferences. Each part of this carefully crafted itinerary will provide unique experiences and create treasured memories.

Highlights

• Ride the famous Belmond Andean Explorer train 
• Discover the charms of Cusco
• Enjoy the Hiram Bingham tour to see the mystical Machu Picchu 
• Spend some time recharging in the scenic Sacred Valley

Quick Itinerary

Days 1 & 2 - Lima

Days 3 & 4 - Belmond Andean Explorer Train

Day 5  - Cusco

Day 6 - Hiram Bingham Tour to Machu Picchu

Days 7 - 9 - Sacred Valley

Day 10 - Lima

Day 11 - Depart Lima

Day 12 - Arrive back in the UK

Truly Individual Holiday

Any element of this holiday can be tailormade to your requirements, including the places you want to see and the things that are important to you. Just contact one of our Travel Specialists today.

Ready to begin creating your perfect luxury Peru holiday? Call our Travel Specialists on 020 546 6222, or simply complete the enquiry form to get in touch.

Days 1 & 2 - Lima

Arrive in Lima and spend the next two nights at the gorgeous Hotel B in the romantic bohemian district of Barranco.

On your second day, you will take a tour of the capital, visiting the Cathedral, the stunning colonial mansion Casa Aliaga and the Larco Museum.

We recommend making the most of Lima’s gastronomic fame, please let your travel specialist know if you would like to make a reservation at any of the top restaurants.

Days 3 & 4 - Belmond Andean Explorer

Today you will fly down to Arequipa to board the luxurious Belmond Andean Explorer. The Andean Plains & Islands Of Discovery itinerary departs as the sun sets on the baroque architecture of Arequipa and travels overnight towards Lake Titicaca, the highest navigable lake in the world.  

Upon arrival at Lake Titicaca, you will enjoy a full-day tour of both Uros and Taquile islands before heading back to the train for your last night on board as it makes its way to Cusco.

Day 5 - Cusco

Upon disembarking the Andean Explorer you will be transferred to Palacio del Inka, a beautiful 5 centuries-old mansion perfectly located in the historic centre of Cusco.  

Enjoy a half-day tour of Cusco and its surroundings, taking in sites such as the Inca archaeological sites of Coricancha, Sacsayhuaman, Quenqo, Puca Pucara and Tambomachay.

Day 6 - Hiram Bingham Tour to Machu Picchu

Depart Cusco on the Belmond Hiram Bingham to make your way to one of the Seven Wonders of the World, Machu Picchu. The citadel is a masterpiece of engineering and architecture that served as a sanctuary and retreat for the Inca Pachacutec (1438-1472).

Upon arrival at Aguas Calientes, you will be taken on a tour of the fascinating citadel before retiring to the Sumaq MP hotel.

Days 7 - 9 - Sacred Valley 

After taking in the magic of the famous archaeological site you will board the Belmond Hiram Bingham once again, making your way to the Sacred Valley of the Incas with dinner on board.

A valley in the Andes of Peru, it was appreciated by the Incas due to its special geographical and climatic qualities. It was one of the empire's main points for the extraction of natural wealth and the best place for maize production in Peru

You will spend three nights here at the Sol Y Luna, having a full-day tour of Pisac Market and the town of Ollantaytambo before letting your mind and soul unwind with a day at leisure.

Day 10 - Lima

Today you will fly back to Lima for your last night in this culturally stunning country. 

Day 11 - Depart Lima

Transfer to Lima airport for your onward flight

Day 12 - Arrive back in the UK

Today you will land back in the UK from Peru

Belmond Andean Explorer

The Belmond Andean Explorer is an overnight sleeper train that began operating between Arequipa, Lake Titicaca and Cusco in 2017. The Andean Explorer route from Cusco to Puno is called “The Spirit of The Water” as a metaphor to its final destination - Lake Titicaca. The journey includes lots of different surprises, such as a 'prior to boarding' dance performance given by an Andean Huayno dance group and a champagne treat reception. The train has the capacity for 48 travellers and includes 16 carriages. The interior décor is beautifully inspired by traditional Incan colours as well as by the overall heritage of the region. Other highlights of this luxurious experience include small details such as; staff greeting each traveller by name and attending to their needs including Pisco sour - a refreshing Peruvian cocktail of Pisco liquor, lime juice, egg white, syrup and Angostura bitters.

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Hiram Bingham

The Hiram Bingham train takes you to the Inca citadel Machu Picchu. Named after the explorer who discovered Machu Picchu, this luxurious experience combines glamour with history and elegance with tradition. As you board the 1920s-style carriages you will begin to feel transported into a different time; a time where polished woods, brass, fine fabrics, and antique fittings bring back a long lost old-fashioned charm. On board the Hiram Bingham, you will not only feel like a royal, you will also eat like one. Indulge as much as you can on the several artisanal delights as you go from brunch to lunch or dinner. You may be headed to the 'Lost City', but while on board nothing's lost, everything is a new discovery.

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Ready to begin creating your perfect luxury Peru holiday? Call our Travel Specialists on 020 546 6222, or simply complete the enquiry form to get in touch.

From £7,799 per person

(2024 departures, based on 2 people sharing a room)

Includes:

• International flights

• 10 nights’ accommodation as detailed

• 9 breakfasts, 1 brunch, 2 lunches, 3 dinners

• Half-day city tour of Lima

• 3-day/2-night programme aboard the Belmond Andean Explorer

• Full-day tour of Uros and Taquile Islands

• Private, half-day tour of Cusco and its surrounding Inca sites

• Hiram Bingham train from Cusco to Machu Picchu Pueblo and return to Sacred Valley

• Full-day tour to Pisac Market and Ollantaytambo

• Transfers and domestic flights as per itinerary

Excludes:

• Meals not indicated in your itinerary

• Local departure taxes payable locally

• Items of a personal nature such as laundry and drinks etc

• Tips for guides and drivers (discretionary)

• Camera or video fees at any sites