Inca history
Machu Picchu is the headline; Kuélap, Caral and Chan Chan are the whole story.
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The most complete experience at the wonder of the modern world. Expert guide, transport and entrance fees included.
The world's most iconic trek. 43km of Inca trail with mountain camps and sunrise arrival through the Sun Gate.
The most beautiful alternative to the Inca Trail. Crossing of Salkantay glacier (4,638m), high jungle and arrival at Machu Picchu. Glamping included.
Epic descent from 4,316m on high-end mountain bikes through the Sacred Valley. 40km downhill past Inca ruins, Andean communities and spectacular scenery.
17th-century monastery turned luxury hotel. Private chapel, colonial garden, rooms with oxygen enrichment system and the best location in colonial Cusco.
The only hotel steps away from the Machu Picchu citadel. Exclusive luxury with the world's most unique views.
The dark sky at 3,400m altitude offers one of the world's best astronomical views. Professional telescope, Andean constellations and Inca astronomy.
The most remote and spectacular Inca citadel, reached only by the most adventurous travelers. 4-day trek through the Apurímac mountains.
The cloud fortress of the Chachapoyas and the mythical Karajía cliff sarcophagi. One of Peru's least-visited archaeological gems.
The most spectacular train in South America with panoramic glass roof. Travel through the high jungle of the Sacred Valley to the gates of Machu Picchu.
Explore Pisac, Ollantaytambo and Chinchero: Andean markets, Inca terraces and traditional textiles. The heart of the Inca Empire.
Gastón Acurio revolutionized Peruvian gastronomy. Set in Casa Moreyra (17th c.), the pioneer of new Peruvian cuisine.
Visit the Santa Catalina Monastery, a 400-year-old city within a city, and gaze upon the imposing Misti volcano from the White City.
A Relais & Châteaux set inside 16th-century sillar walls, one block from the Santa Catalina Monastery. Eleven rooms, chef-led kitchen and volcanic-stone courtyards.
Explore the UNESCO Historic Centre, the Miraflores and Barranco districts, and the stunning Larco Museum with 5,000 years of pre-Inca history.
Chan Chan, the world's largest adobe city (UNESCO), and the Moche pyramids of the Sun and the Moon. The heart of northern Peru's pre-Inca cultures.
Built on 15th-century Inca foundations in the heart of historic Cusco. 5-star luxury in a colonial palace.
Alpine and Peruvian cuisine in a two-story colonial mansion. Alpaca and llama meats on volcanic stone, views of Misti volcano and high-altitude wine list.
Nikkei and criollo cuisine with privileged views of Cusco's Plaza de Armas. The best pisco sour in the city and impeccable Peruvian-Japanese fusion.
18th-century colonial mansion transformed into a luxury boutique hotel. Interior cloister, Arequipeñan cuisine restaurant and steps from Santa Catalina Monastery.
Discover colonial and Inca Cusco aboard an open-top panoramic bus. Stops at Plaza de Armas, San Blas, Sacsayhuamán and Cusco's artisan quarter.
The most well-deserved soak after Machu Picchu. The natural hot springs of Aguas Calientes relieve tired muscles after trekking. Every traveler's mandatory ritual.
The best hotel in Trujillo, the City of Eternal Spring. Ideal base to explore Chan Chan, the Moche Huacas and the beaches of Huanchaco.
Explore the Sacred Valley, Pisac and Ollantaytambo at your own pace with a rental car in Cusco. 4x4 SUVs recommended for high-altitude routes.
Loki's colonial mansion on Cuesta Santa Ana, reborn as a boutique hotel. Private rooms overlooking the rooftops of Cusco, a ten-minute walk from the Plaza de Armas.
Explore the Sacred Valley on horseback along Andean trails between Inca terraces and Quechua communities. The most authentic way to experience deep Cusco.
Sacsayhuamán, Qenqo, Puca Pucara and Tambomachay: the 4 most imposing Inca fortresses in Cusco plus a tour of the UNESCO colonial city.
Intimate bistro on the second floor of a colonial alley. Mediterranean cuisine with a Peruvian twist, exceptional wine list and tapas bar below.
Fly over the Sacred Valley on a zip line at 200m altitude with views of the Andean snow-capped peaks. The highest adrenaline experience in Cusco.
Fly over the enigmatic Nazca Lines, UNESCO Heritage. The world's greatest mystery seen from the air.
Contemporary hotel in Aguas Calientes steps from the train to Machu Picchu. Modern Andean design, restaurant with Peruvian cuisine and perfect base for exploring the citadel.
Traditional Andean cuisine in the artisan neighborhood of San Blas. Baked cuy, pork chicharrón and quinotto in a colonial courtyard under the Cusco sun.
Explore the White City on a panoramic sightseeing bus. Tour Santa Catalina Monastery, the Plaza de Armas, Yanahuara viewpoint and views of Misti volcano.