Amazing scenery and typical terraces and architecture in Pisac, Peru

Cultura & Gastronomia7 DaysPrivate & Bespoke

Imperial Peru: Haute Gastronomy and Archaeological Legacy in the Sacred Valley

A private immersion into Inca heritage and Andean culinary avant-garde. Explore historical sites with archaeologists and savor tasting menus by the world's most awarded chefs.

Duration

7 Days / Private

Best Season

From May to October, the dry season in the Andes, ideal for visibility and comfortable travel.

Arrival Hub

Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM) with connection to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ).

Service Level

24/7 Dedicated Concierge

The Atmosphere & Essence

About this Curated Journey

A private immersion into Inca heritage and Andean culinary avant-garde. Explore historical sites with archaeologists and savor tasting menus by the world's most awarded chefs.

Private ImmersionBespoke access designed away from mass tourism flow.

Curated ComfortVetted boutique lodges with authentic hospitality & local cuisine.

Step by Step Journey

Day-by-Day Experience

7 Stages

Day 1

Arrival in Lima and Culinary Avant-Garde

VIP reception at Lima airport and private transfer to your boutique hotel in San Isidro. Afternoon dedicated to introducing the Peruvian coastal terroir.

Morning ActivityMeet & Greet service at the jet bridge, fast-track immigration, and transfer in a Mercedes-Benz S-Class.

AfternoonGuided architectural orientation walk through San Isidro and Miraflores districts, focusing on urban evolution and contemporary art galleries.

Cuisine & DiningWine-pairing dinner at the renowned Central restaurant, by chef Virgilio Martínez, exploring Peru's different altitudes and ecosystems.

Logistics & TransitPrivate airport-hotel transfer with a bilingual driver and on-board concierge.

Exclusive Insider Access

Personalized welcome by Central's head sommelier, presenting extreme-altitude wines before the dinner service.

Day 2

Acclimatization and Transition to the Sacred Valley

Morning flight to Cusco and immediate descent to the Sacred Valley to optimize altitude acclimatization, staying at a mountain-sheltered retreat.

Morning ActivityTransfer to Lima airport for a short flight to Cusco. Tarmac reception and direct departure to the Sacred Valley.

AfternoonStrategic stop at Awanakancha to learn about Andean camelid preservation and traditional alpaca and vicuña wool weaving techniques.

Cuisine & DiningLight lunch in the garden of a private colonial estate in the Sacred Valley, featuring ingredients harvested directly from the organic garden.

Logistics & TransitDomestic flight Lima-Cusco (business class if available) followed by private transfer in a premium SUV to the Sacred Valley.

Exclusive Insider Access

Exclusive access to the private weaving archives of a family of master artisans, unavailable to the general public.

Day 3

The Agricultural Secrets of Maras and Moray

Exploration of the Moray terraces and the Maras salt pans, understanding Inca hydraulic engineering and ancient salt production.

Morning ActivityPrivate guided visit to the circular terraces of Moray, led by a local agricultural engineer specialized in pre-Hispanic techniques.

AfternoonPrivate walk through the Maras salt pans, observing the brackish water evaporation system that has supplied the region since the Inca empire.

Cuisine & DiningTasting lunch at MIL restaurant, adjacent to the Moray ruins, focusing on native extreme-altitude ingredients.

Logistics & TransitPrivate SUV with driver and specialized guide at your disposal throughout the day.

Exclusive Insider Access

Private meeting with one of the local salt producers of Maras to understand the artisanal harvesting and purification process.

Day 4

Ollantaytambo Fortress and Boarding the Hiram Bingham

Detailed visit to the last living Inca town and boarding South America's most exclusive train towards the foot of Machu Picchu.

Morning ActivityGuided exploration of the imposing Ollantaytambo fortress before the arrival of large tourist groups.

AfternoonBoard the Belmond Hiram Bingham train. Gourmet lunch on board as the train winds along the Urubamba River.

Cuisine & DiningThree-course menu on board the Hiram Bingham, paired with selected South American wines.

Logistics & TransitHiram Bingham luxury train from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes, followed by private transfer to the hotel.

Exclusive Insider Access

Priority access to the Hiram Bingham train observatory car with a private presentation of traditional Andean music.

Day 5

Machu Picchu Sanctuary with an Archaeologist

In-depth visit to the Machu Picchu sanctuary with an Andean history specialist, followed by a sophisticated return to Cusco.

Morning ActivityPriority entrance to Machu Picchu during the first shift. Detailed tour with a PhD archaeologist focusing on Inca cosmology and architecture.

AfternoonFree time for quiet contemplation in the sanctuary before returning to Aguas Calientes and boarding the return train to Cusco.

Cuisine & DiningHigh-gastronomy afternoon tea at Belmond Sanctuary Lodge and, later, a light dinner on board the return train.

Logistics & TransitVIP minibus for the ascent to the sanctuary, return on the Hiram Bingham train, and private transfer from the train station to the hotel in Cusco.

Exclusive Insider Access

Tour with a resident archaeologist who participated in recent 3D mapping of the sanctuary's structures.

Day 6

Colonial and Imperial Cusco: Art and Tradition

Immersion into the ancient capital of the Inca empire, uncovering the architectural fusion between Inca temples and Spanish colonial basilicas.

Morning ActivityPrivate visit to the Temple of the Sun (Qorikancha) and the imposing Sacsayhuamán fortress, analyzing the precision of the megalithic stonework.

AfternoonWalk through the artistic neighborhood of San Blas, visiting workshops of sacred art restorers from the Cusco school.

Cuisine & DiningLunch at MAP Café, located in the courtyard of the Pre-Columbian Art Museum. Farewell dinner at Chicha by Gastón Acurio.

Logistics & TransitPrivate urban transfers in an executive vehicle at your disposal.

Exclusive Insider Access

Private behind-the-scenes visit to a restoration workshop for 17th-century colonial paintings, closed to the general public.

Day 7

Farewell to the Andes and Return

Free morning for last-minute shopping and private transfer to Cusco airport for your international connection in Lima.

Morning ActivityFree morning to explore fine textile markets and silver jewelry galleries in Cusco at your own pace.

AfternoonTransfer to Cusco airport, check-in assistance, and flight to Lima for your international connection.

Cuisine & DiningContemporary Andean cuisine lunch at Cicciolina restaurant before your transfer.

Logistics & TransitPrivate hotel-airport transfer in Cusco. VIP assistance at Lima airport for international connection.

Exclusive Insider Access

Access to the VIP lounge at Cusco airport with personalized assistance for baggage drop-off and boarding procedures.

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