You will be met at the airport and escorted to the Country Club Hotel. Built in 1927, the Country Club Lima Hotel has a claim to being Peru’s only hotel and national cultural monument. Complete with over 300 pieces of original 16th to 18th-century artwork on loan from the Pedro de Osma Museum, the hotel is not only a place for rest and relaxation but also home to an ad hoc art gallery for those who love the arts.

Head downtown and explore the center of Lima and it´s impressive sights. As you wander through the Plaza de Armas and Plaza San Martin, it is hard not to be intrigued by its diverse architecture. Your guide will introduce you to the city's architectural heritage, before heading to Santo Domingo Monastery that boasts the oldest carved choir stalls in Lima. It was here that first university in South America, San Marcos University, was founded in 1551. Head to ‘Casa Aliaga’, the oldest colonial house in Latin America, which is owned by the Aliaga family and their descendants. Francisco Pizarro granted this ancient temple to one of his followers Jeronimo de Aliaga in 1535. It features a series of salons that represent life in Lima in the 16th, 17th, and 18th centuries.

In the afternoon you explore the Larco Museum for a journey through the legacy left behind by the pre-Inca cultures and the context in which they had developed. The museum's informative galleries offer a detailed look at 3,000 years of Peruvian’s pre-Columbian history. The museum itself is an attraction, with the colonial mansion that houses the exhibition being built on top of a pre-Inca pyramid from the 7th century

Flight to Arequipa. Arequipa is one of the finest cities in Peru. In the afternoon you will explore the city. Some of the old buildings were made from white volcanic material which has given it the name of the ‘white city’. Continue on to the extraordinary Santa Catalina Convent built in the 16th century. Traditionally the oldest daughters of Arequipa’s aristocratic families entered the convent in their early teens and spent their lives there, cloistered away. The convent complex has been beautifully refurbished, bringing the past vividly alive once more. Eventually you will head to Yanahuara lookout point for a magnificent view of the Misti Volcano and the city.

For your stay in Arequipa we picked the brand new boutique hotel ‘Cirqa’ for you. Its location only one block from the main square in Arequipa makes it a perfect base for exploring the white city. With only 11 rooms, which are centered around two courtyards, Cirqa offers exclusivity as well as the best in contemporary hospitality coupled with Arequipa authenticity.

In the early morning you will leave Arequipa and head towards the valley. Along the way you will pass Pampa de Arrieros, Pampa Cañahuas (where you will find the Vicuna National Reserve of Aguada Blanca), Vizcachani and Tojra, a good place for spotting Andean birds. The majestic volcanoes Mismi (5,597 m/18,360 ft), Misti (5,825 m/19,110 ft), Chachani (6,075 m/19,930 ft) and the glaciers Ampato (6,288 m/20,630 ft), Sabancaya (5,976 m/19,606 ft) and Hualca Hualca (6,288 m/20,630 ft) offer amazing panoramic views as you enter the Colca Valley. After approx. 5 hours you will arrive at Belmond Casitas del Colca.

With picturesque views over the Colca Canyon, the Belmond Las Casitas del Colca is the ultimate secluded hideaway that perfectly displays Peru's natural beauty. The property’s 20 bungalows (casitas) each come complete with a small outdoor splash pool, a cozy fireplace, private terrace and luxurious finishes throughout. If you want to feel the rush of wind on your skin as you speed through the canyon on two wheels ask for mountain bike in your booking request.

Early morning drive to the observation point ‘Mirador Cruz del Condor’, located between Maca and Cabanaconde, one of the deepest parts of the canyon. Here, you find the perfect spot to look down 1,200 m (3,937 ft) into the canyon. It’s here that the legendary condor, the bird with the largest wingspan in the world, can be seen rising and circling on the morning thermals, silhouetted against the magnificent backdrop of the mountain scenery. Afterwards you will make a few stops in some of the picturesque towns en route to visit their colonial churches.

This morning you will say goodbye to Colca and head to Titilaka, a boutique property secluded in a private peninsula. Surrounded by stunning scenery and astounding Andean geography, Titilaka’s contemporary design integrates with the natural environment. Eighteen fully serviced lake-view suites feature heated floors and spa bathrooms, with large oversized tubs and massage showers, plus an array of amenities to ensure a comfortable stay. Here you will find a haven for re-energizing after a day of exploration in the Altiplano. All the meals, cocktails, tea time and mini bar consumption are included in the hotel rate. A-la-carte lunch and dinner are served with wine.

Before or after dinner, your concierge will plan your itinerary for the next day according to your preferences. Activities range from the contemplative to the adventurous and include: mountain biking, highland treks, canoeing, kayaking, visits to Taquile and Uros Islands, Chucuito Peninsula.

Enjoy your activities on Titicaca Lake and/or the Altiplano with an English speaking guide (and shared with other hotel’s guests).

Enjoy your activities on Titicaca Lake and/or the Altiplano with an English speaking guide (and shared with other hotel’s guests).

At a proper time, transfer to Juliaca’s airport for your next flight to Cusco. Upon arrival, you will be escorted by your guide to your hotel in the Sacred Valley. Spend the night at Sol y Luna Hotel & Spa. Set among beautiful gardens in the magnificent Sacred Valley. Sol y Luna is a Relais Chateaux hotel property that transmits a spirit for creativity and genuine hospitality.
Individual ‘casitas’ (bungalows) blend into the flower-filled gardens and are tastefully decorated with bright décor. Each casita has been individually decorated with Peruvian folk art and locally handcrafted furnishings and ornaments, reflecting the love of its owners for the Andean culture and the Sacred Valley. The hotel has its own stables, an intimate indoor spa and an outdoor heated pool to unwind whilst enjoying a panoramic view of the surrounding mountains.

Start your day off by visiting the Salt Mines of Maras. Its intense white shine appears to glisten on a sunny day - an impressive sight for any visitor. Salt was extracted from these mines during Inca times and the same method is still being to this day. You then head then to Moray, with its circular terraces hidden among the hills, similar to that of a Greek amphitheater. Surrounded by an impressive backdrop of snow-covered mountains, Moray was used as an open-air agricultural lab for adapting crops to different environmental conditions.

Shortly after enjoy a 3-course gourmet lunch this afternoon at Iskay, located only minutes away from the village center of Maras, idyllically situated on a hill with impressive views over the surrounding valley. Upon arrival, you will be warmly welcomed by Tatiana and Jeremy to their lovingly furnished family home which is also the location of this private restaurant. The season and daily harvest, which comes from the restaurant's own garden and surrounding fields, determine the three-course, delectable menu which is personally created and freshly prepared by the hostess.

In the morning your guide will meet you at your hotel and accompany you to the train station. Board your train from Ollantaytambo station to Aguas Calientes - the town of Machu Picchu. Hop on a shuttle bus and follow a winding road up to the breath-taking citadel. Your private guide will tell you about the fascinating history of Machu Picchu as you make your way through the citadel. Take plenty of photos while soaking up the magical atmosphere. After making your way back down to Aguas Calientes and window shopping in the various small shops, board your train to Cusco city. On your way back to the ancient Inca capital, your guide will hand you the perfect souvenir – a bottle of ‘Caña Alta‘. This delicious bottle of sugar cane liquor is thoughtfully produced at the Destilería Andina. The high altitude, the sugar cane from the Andean soils, and the water from the glacier-fed rivers all play an essential role in the distillation process. What makes the family-owned farm’s spirits exceptional is the combination of the large range of herbs coming straight from their organic farm. In cooperation with Valle Sagrado Verde, one tree is planted for every product sold at Destilería Andina! So, enjoy your bottle of ‘Andean Elixir’ with a clean conscience!

IMPORTANT
Only 1 piece of hand luggage up to a maximum of 5 kg (11 pounds) and a total linear dimension of 157 cm (62 inches) per passenger is accepted on the train to Machu Picchu.

This morning walk through Cusco's major sites of interest. You visit the famed cathedral with its magnificently carved woodwork, ornate altar and many hundreds of canvases from the 17th-century Cusco Painting School. You continue exploring the cultural wealth of Cusco at the Temple of the Sun where you witness the incredible masonry of the Incas, an engineering feat that remains an enigma. Afterwards walk along Hatunrumiyoc Street named after the 12-angled stone clearly visible in the remaining walls of what used to be Inca Roca’s Palace. Make a last stop in San Blas artisan quarter. Its steeped cobblestone alleys not only offer spectacular views of the city but are lined with workshops and galleries, a great way to soak in Cusco´s artistic atmosphere.

At proper time you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Lima.