Discover Peru with a side of luxury on this eight-day tour that kicks off in Cusco with a seven-course gourmet dinner. Spend a day touring the Sacred Valley’s llama sanctuaries, artisan markets, and Inca ruins, then gear up for a three-day trek along the Salkantay Trail, passing glacial lakes, snowy peaks, and hot springs. End your trip on the opulent Belmond Hiram Bingham train from Cusco to Machu Picchu, where you’ll enjoy a private tour of Peru’s most famous landmark.
Highlights
- Enjoy a private tour of the famed Sacred Valley of the Inca
- Savor traditional Peruvian dishes in an al fresco dining experience atop an ancient Inca wall
- Catch your first sight of Machu Picchu at the end of an epic, three-day trek
- Take the luxurious Belmond Hiram Bingham train from Cusco to Aguas Calientes
- 8 Days / 7 Nights
- January to December
- Moderate
Difficulty
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Travel Program
Day 1: Arrive in Lima, Fly to Cusco, Private Tasting Dinner
Welcome to Peru! Over the next eight days, you’ll experience what makes this country one of the most popular destinations for lovers of history, adventure, and natural beauty. Upon arrival in the capital of Lima, board a connecting flight one hour south to Cusco. This city in the Andes highlands is famous for its rich history, as it was once the capital of the Inca Empire and, subsequently, a hub for Spanish rule. You’ll find many ancient landmarks spanning both these eras, often right next to one another.
At the airport, a private driver will take you to your hotel in the city center. Settle in, then start exploring. Since the Inca designed Cusco as a city for walking, wander the narrow stone alleyways on foot. Walk through the plaza—it’s ideal for sitting on a balcony and having a cup of coca tea. As Cusco is 11,000 feet (3,000 m) above sea level, you’ll need to acclimate, and coca tea is reputed to help with the adjustment. In the evening, enjoy a seven-course tasting menu highlighting the best of Peru and paired with fine wines sourced locally and internationally.
Day 2: Private Tour of Pisac & Ollantaytambo with Llama Sanctuary
Meet your driver this morning for a day trip to the Sacred Valley, about 1.5 hours away. The valley is full of scenic Andean landscapes and remarkable archaeological sites, and it played an essential role for the Inca Empire as an agricultural, spiritual, and political center. Your first stop of the day is the delightful Awanakancha Llama Sanctuary, where you can meet adorable llamas, alpacas, and more. You’ll also get a chance to watch a weaving demonstration using wool obtained from the alpacas. Afterward, browse the shop to select a handmade treasure to bring home.
Stop at the viewpoint of Taray for panoramic views of the entire valley, then discover the famous archaeological site in the village of Pisac. During a three-hour private tour, you’ll explore these hilltop ruins, including Inca burial grounds, irrigation systems, and astronomy centers. Later, head into town and visit Pisac’s famous textile market to browse handmade garments. Stop for lunch at the Explora Hotel, which has a menu focused on the traditional ingredients of the Andes, such as grains and tubers, prepared with modern techniques and designed by one of the world’s top chefs.
Then, head to the ancient Inca city of Ollantaytambo, one of the few remaining places in the Sacred Valley that’s retained its original Inca urban planning. Walk through the streets with Inca-era canals and view the ancient houses still in use today. Climb the agricultural terraces, where you’ll see some of the quarries where the stone for Ollantaytambo was sourced. Return to your hotel in Cusco at the end of your tour.
Day 3: Private Cusco City Walking Tour & Barbecue Dinner on Inca Wall
Take to the streets this morning as you explore Cusco’s cobbled lanes with a private guide, starting in Mercado Central de San Pedro. There’s no better way to get to know the soul of this city than by browsing the kiosks of its largest municipal market and marveling at the abundance of fresh produce, which includes many of Peru’s thousands of varieties of potatoes. Do as the Peruvians do and purchase a fresh fruit smoothie from one of the market’s many food vendors.
Explore the colorful streets of the bohemian neighborhood of San Blas, then continue to the Plaza de Armas to pop into the grand Cathedral. From here, you’ll visit the iconic Qoricancha (Temple of the Sun). During the Inca reign in the 15th century, this was Cusco’s religious and political center. From here, walk down Hatunrumiyoc Street and admire the ancient Inca walls, notably the 12-Angle Stone, so named because its dozen angles fit perfectly in the surrounding stones. It’s a shining example of Inca stonemasonry prowess.
Then, transfer 2.5 miles (4 km) outside the city to Sacsayhuamán, a former Inca religious center and military fortress built from giant limestone blocks. After exploring, hike down an ancient Inca road back to Cusco, passing through small villages. Just outside the city, stop at Q’enco, an archaeological complex of impressive rock formations, where you’ll settle upon an ancient Inca wall for a gourmet barbecue dinner. Enjoy the incredible views over Cusco as you sample regional specialties like pollo a la brasa (marinated chicken) and cuy (guinea pig).
Day 4: Luxury Salkantay Trek (Day 1): Lake Humantay
Today, your privately guided three-day trek on the Salkantay Trail begins. This popular alternative to the highly regulated Inca Trail has incredible panoramas, remote campsites, and babbling mountain streams. Get an early start to the day with a before-dawn pickup from your Cusco hotel for your trip north to the town of Mollepata. Stop here for breakfast in a local café, then continue to Soraypampa. This car trip transfer shortens your walking time by one day.
Arrive in Soraypampa after a scenic three-hour drive and take a break for lunch while enjoying sweeping views of the 17,956-foot (5,473 m) peak of Humantay. After lunch, start your day hike up to the turquoise, glacial waters of Laguna Humantay, which lies at 13,700 feet (4,200 m). The four-hour round-trip trek passes by glaciers and snowy mountain peaks, such as the sheer-faced Salkantay. After you’ve soaked up the lake’s beauty, considered sacred to the local Quechua people, return to your camp in Soraypampa. Enjoy stargazing in the clear mountain air before refreshing with a good night’s sleep.
Day 5: Luxury Salkantay Trek (Day 2): Salkantay Pass, Transfer to Lucmabamba
Today will be one of the longest and most challenging days of the trek, covering about 11 miles (18 km) over eight hours. Begin your second day of hiking early, starting with a two-hour uphill trek to Nevado Salkantay Pass, which at 15,745 ft (4,800 m) is the highest point of the trek. Stop here for a quick rest and to appreciate the panoramic views of the Salkantay and Humantay glaciers.
After a chance for photographs, continue downhill to Huaracmachay, where you’ll find a small shop and bathroom facilities. From here, it’s a two-hour downhill trek to the neighboring village of Chaullay, past more ancient boulders, rock formations, mountain fog, and wildlife until you reach the edge of the cloud forest. Your driver will be waiting to transfer you to the Lucmabamba campsite, where you’ll spend the night.
Day 6: Luxury Salkantay Trek (Day 3): Llactapata Inca Trail, Transfer to Cusco
Today marks your last day of hiking on the Salkantay Trail. Trek along an old Inca trail up to Llactapata Pass, where, at 8,974 feet (2,736 m), you can look across the valley to spot Machu Picchu for the first time and enjoy views of Vilcanota Canyon, weather permitting. There’s no shortage of archaeological sightseeing on your side of the valley, though—the pass is home to Llactapata, an ancient Inca tambo (fort).
Once you’ve explored the site, descend toward the rushing Río Aobamba through bamboo forests, coffee plantations, and fruit orchards before reaching the Hidroelectrica train station. Here, catch a ride to Cocalmayo Hot Springs to soak your sore muscles, and stop for lunch in Santa Teresa. Say farewell to your guides, and hop on your transfer back to Cusco, arriving after sunset.
Day 7: Luxury Train to Aguas Calientes, Visit Machu Picchu, Return to Cusco
All aboard the exclusive Hiram Bingham to Machu Picchu! This luxury Belmond train departs from the station in Cusco and offers stylish Art Deco cars with gleaming wood-panel interiors and brass finishes, evoking the 1920s glamour of the Orient Express. During the relaxing four-hour ride, enjoy first-class service as you marvel at views of the Río Urubamba and Andes peaks through the windows. Spend the journey in the train’s observatory bar car, sipping a cocktail like a pisco sour (Peru’s specialty) before sitting down to a gourmet three-course lunch.
Your destination is the town of Aguas Calientes. This is the main hub for excursions up the mountain to the UNESCO-listed Machu Picchu, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Upon arrival, you’ll board a bus for the 25-minute ride up the mountain to this impressive feat of engineering and architecture, which dates to around 1450 CE.
During a tour led by an expert guide, you’ll hike around the complex and visit its famous landmarks, including stone structures like the Temple of the Sun and the Temple of the Moon. Many landmarks, like the Sacred Plaza and Inca Bridge, showcase Inca architectural prowess, while the agricultural terraces demonstrate their remarkable skill at cultivating crops on steep hillsides. After the tour, return to the terminal and reboard the Hiram Bingham for the return journey to Cusco—enjoying a multicourse dinner along the way.
Day 8: Fly to Lima, Depart
It’s time to say goodbye to Peru! Depending on the hour of your departure, you may have time to visit one more café and do some people-watching before heading to the airport for your flight to Lima and beyond. Safe travels!
Included meals: B=breakfast; L=lunch; D=dinner
What's Included
Included
- English- and Spanish-speaking guide
- Entrance tickets as per itinerary
- Accommodation
- Trekking staff (if applicable)
- Camping equipment (if applicable)
- Meals as specified in the itinerary
- Transportation as per itinerary
- Airport transfers (if specified)
Not included
- International or domestic flights
- Travel insurance
- Tips
- Personal expenses
- Optional tours or additional entrance tickets
- Personal equipment
What to Bring
What to Bring or take fo Day Hiking and Technical Equipment for Climbing Expedition
This equipment list is compiled to provide you with adequate help when choosing your equipment for a climb. Most items are required. Please consider each of them and make sure you understand the function and exclusive use for mountaineering, before substituting or removing items from this list. Please note that this list has been carefully annotated by the organizer. Remember that mountaineering, climbing or mountain expeditions tours is an extreme, risky sport, therefore everything related to it is of great attention.
Equipment Trekking
Hiking backpack for hiking 50 to 60 liters
Light gloves for hiking or (Optional Mittens waterproof)
Medium weight socks
Sleeping bag (-15º to 20ºC)
Small daypack for one day hiking 30 liters
Weather-appropriate clothing (think moisture-wicking and layers)
Hiking boots or shoes
Medium weight parka with fibber fill or down
Rain poncho (or rain gear)
Long-sleeved shirts
Fleece or Wool sweater and/or trousers
Lightweight pants
Cotton short-sleeved shirts or t-shirts
Water bottle for hiking or trekking
Strong waterproof duffel bag
Flashlight with spare batteries and bulb
Towel for personal hygiene each participantFirst-aid kit
Regular and long underwear
Knife or multi-tool
Light cap and wool hat
Sunglasses with UV certification, Sun block, lips
The rest of the list Essentials as appropriate for your hike
Grooming and personal hygiene kit
One Hiking Buff per person
Equipment Mountain
3 Locking carabiners, we recommended per person
We recommend 2 ice screws for each client
1 Daisy Chain (Life Line) per each person
2 Ice axes (per person) technical, we recommended GRIVEL company
1 ATC descender (Rappel), this is very necessary for technical mountains
2 Cords for prusik, very important (Size Cord 6 mm x 10 m. long)
Gloves(Good gloves) for expeditions over 6000meters
Harness for climbing
Sleeping pad / Mattress, we recommend with air or inflatable mattress
Crampons, we recommended GRIVEL company
Walking sticks – Trekking Poles (optional), a pair per person, we recommended GRIVEL company
Down Jacket for expedition
Very important to have personal clothing such as pants and jacket with GOROTEX certification
First aid kit, for high mountains, because we as guides cannot medicate clients
Backpack Capacity 60 liters, it is better to have a bigger backpack to go comfortably to the high camps, because here you have to carry all your personal things
Gaiters or Leggings, now modern boots already have built-in (Incorporated), but better to have an extra pair
Dressing appropriately for the mountains can make the difference between a pleasant trip and a really uncomfortable one. Clothing must provide the right degree of temperature, perspiration and be well ventilated. Preferably cotton clothing should be avoided, as in humid conditions they absorb body heat.
In general, the weather conditions in in the Andes of South America can vary from day to day and even throughout the day. Therefore, clothing must be versatile.
Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions you may have regarding the necessary equipment.
Prices & Dates
FROM/TO
PRICE (USD)
TRAVEL STATUS
- Single Supplement (I want my own room and tent) – $000 on request.
Please note: Insurance for emergency evacuation is required for this trip. Call for more details.
» Additional dates available upon request
» Rates may vary from July 26th to 31th for the national holidays
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Deposit for reservations
— USD (– EUR) ✓ Full payment 40 days before. No refund if you cancel less than 30 days!
Places: *Available
Trip-code: Number ►BOL-000
Duration: 1 day
Participants: Minimal: 2 Maximal: 15
Members: We don’t have an open group to join – We can open a new group – Contact us!
Country / Location: Bolivia
Mountain Guide: Eric Raul Albino Lliuya
Other dates / additional info: Contact us!
3% early bird discount when booking 6 months prior to departure 2024
Legend Booking-information:
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Eric Raul Albino Lliuya
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Hans Honold | Certified Mountain and Ski Guide
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It is very important to have accident coverage for trekking and climbing mountains, more if you go a technical mountains over 6 thousand meters, we oblige and recommend buying travel insurance with our partner Global Rescue, you get the peace of mind that the finest medical, security evacuation, field rescue, intelligence and telehealth.
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Accommodations
Scroll through our exclusive accommodations for this trip below. Although very unlikely, we will be able to make substitutions when necessary. The comfortable accommodations that guests stay in every night offer comfort, the level that these options are are 3 stars and some hostels in some towns of first class quality to make your stay very pleasant.
*These exact accommodations are not guaranteed. In some cases, alternative accommodation of similar quality and location can be used.

Albergue Ecológico Tomarapi

Hoteles Taykas
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Frequently Asked Questions
What our travelers or clients always ask questions before joining our trips, tours & expeditions, read all the information provided here.
Suggested FAQs
What experience and how fit do I need to be to climb this mountain? Is this program suitable for children or older people?
For our mountain climbing trips: If they are easily accessible mountains: For easy-climb mountains, well, you don’t need much experience, but if you already want to climb mountains above 6,000 meters and the conditions become more difficult, we recommend if you already want to go through mountains above 6,000 meters, have a basic or intermediate course for a good preparation. It is very important to be physically, technically and psychologically prepared.
Regarding the preparation of children: Everything will depend on which mountain you want to climb with your children, once you are clear on which of our tours or mountains you want to go with your children, we can give you some advice or see how to prepare them before going with they.
Regarding older people: It all depends on the condition of experience and how well the person is in health, on many occasions older people are the best to walk in the mountains because they have more experience, so it is always good to ask and find out about their experience of older participant. If you have any other questions, please contact us. For calls or inquiries to this number: +51 943 081 066
Will I need to bring any technical equipment of my own? Is it possible to rent equipment, and if so, what would be the approximate cost of that?
In all our trekking or mountaineering trips we do not include personal equipment in our prices, so you have to have your own equipment: Personal equipment (such as boots, ice ax, crampons, harness, sleeping bag, mat, Goretex, etc. ) and also within each page of the trips that we sell is a small list so you can see it on our website.
Our company can also rent the materials that you would need for your trip, see the list here on our website: https://peru-expeditions.org/equipment-rental/ . For calls or inquiries to this number: +51 943 081 066
Are there any other special requirements such as permits/insurance/vaccines that I need to consider before the tour?
Safe and effective vaccines are available that provide strong protection against serious illness, hospitalization and death from COVID-19. Billions of people have been vaccinated against COVID-19. Getting vaccinated is one of the most important things you can do to protect yourself against COVID-19, help end the pandemic and stop new variants emerging.
We also recommend having accident insurance, we always recommend. We are Partners –Global Rescue. If you have any other questions about the trip we can schedule a date for a calling via WhatsApp. For calls or inquiries to this number: +51 943 081 066
What experience do I need to have? How fit do I need to be? Is this program suitable for children or older people?
To do long-distance hiking you need to at least train or do some tours such as visiting lagoons to get the experience and feel comfortable with what you do, it is always good before doing a long-distance hiking tour to test yourself so as not to be with the problems of altitude sickness during the trekking, and if you travel with children it is good to first train them before taking them, if they are accompanied by an adult of legal age, they must do a good acclimatization before going on the long-distance tour or with high altitude camps If you want to know or learn more advice, we can schedule a call via WhatsApp to clarify your doubts. For calls or inquiries to this number: +51 943 081 066
How far in advance should I start training and what kind of training do you suggest?
The preparation is according to what type and what technical level you want to go and climb a trek or mountain, the preparation will always gain experience little by little.
For this type of demanding or technical climbing sports, it is recommended to do some summits above 5 thousand meters beforehand and have good knowledge of high mountain technical equipment such as the use of technical ice axes, ice screws, correct use of crampons, and of course all the technical material. For more information, we can schedule an appointment to be able to explain in more detail everything about the mountain equipment and the preparations prior to joining our outings. For calls or inquiries to this number: +51 943 081 066
What is the average distance and altitude gain that we will hike each day?
Every day we have active walks around approximately 4, to 5 sometimes 6 hours of walking, everything is according to your pace and physical condition of each person, in each of our travel programs you will find more detailed information, and if If you need more information about each day of the travel program, we can schedule a call via WhatsApp to clarify your doubts or questions, for this please contact us. For calls or inquiries to this number: +51 943 081 066
Will there be porters to help to carry group and personal equipment?
In our trips, either hiking or mountaineering: Depending on the type or destination of the trip that you are going to book, in some parts of the treks you go with mules or donkeys or sometimes with horses, and within the mountain trips, the approach camps are also They go with mules or donkeys, but there are some stretches where pack animals can no longer reach. In this part, our logistics is fully supported by the porters.
Who are the porters? They are people from the area who were born and live in the heights of the towns, they are very strong and are very acclimatized, the reason is that after the tourist season ends they dedicate themselves to agriculture and livestock for that reason they are people They are used to the altitude and have lived in nature all their lives and they are happy to be in the mountains together with our expeditions. For calls or inquiries to this number: +51 943 081 066
How will accommodation and meals be handled during the trek?
About accommodation or meals during the tour: Well, depending on the type of tour, when the tour is a classic cultural tour or a city tour, we eat during the route in tourist restaurants and sleep in category hotels that the client has requested.
If the tour is with camps and trekking: During the activity, logistics we include the service of Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner with traditional and typical meals of the region where you are going to travel with us, during the night we stay in tents, and we have a special tent for the kitchen and another for the dining room.
If the trip is at altitude or in the mountains: We bring special high mountain food, It are quicker meals to cook and we provide complete logistics such as Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner, and we sleep in special 4-season high mountain tents, with the best tents. If you have any questions or concerns, we can schedule an appointment via Whatsapp to clarify all your doubts and give you better information so that your trip is an unforgettable tour.
What is the guide-to-client ratio to climb this mountain?
In mountains above 5000 meters: A local guide takes a maximum of 3 clients = Ratio 3pax = 1 local guide
In technical mountains: In large-big mountains we manage the travel policy, a guide and a maximum of 2 clients = Ratio 3pax = 1 local guide. For calls or inquiries to this number: +51 943 081 066
What is the best time of the year to climb this mountain?
For all the trips that we offer within our main tourist destinations such as South America and Central America, also including the ascent of the 7 continents and the 7 highest peaks of each continent, on each page of our website for each trip we indicate that month or what season to travel, then please read the information you find in our travel offers for each tour. If you have any other questions you can contact us by WhatsApp with one of our travel experts. Thank you so much. For calls or inquiries to this number: +51 943 081 066
Do I have what it takes to succeed on this expedition?
In the interest of the team’s enjoyment and success, we work with every single guest to ensure they are properly prepared and ready for this expedition. We pride ourselves on vetting every member to make sure that the team can bond and succeed together. It really sucks to be grouped with members that are much faster, or much slower, than you are. No one wants to the weakest link on a trip like this. By setting expectations and a solid training plan, we work to insure maximum cohesive success. Use this trip as an exercise motivator, and we will succeed together with style.
How can I get to the trailhead/meeting point?
For the pick-ups of each trip, depending on the place or the trip that you are going to make with us, the meeting point is always at our office, in one of our trips we pick you up where you are staying or staying, or in some cases a A representative of our company will pick you up and then ship you to your transport to continue with your destination of the tour or trip you have booked with us. If you wish to request more information, do not hesitate to contact us. For calls or inquiries to this number: +51 943 081 066
What is the best time of the year for this hike?
For all the trips that we offer within our main tourist destinations such as South America and Central America, also including the ascent of the 7 continents and the 7 highest peaks of each continent, on each page of our website for each trip we indicate that month or what season to travel, then please read the information you find in our travel offers for each tour. If you have any other questions you can contact us by WhatsApp with one of our travel experts. Thank you so much. For calls or inquiries to this number: +51 943 081 066
What happens in the event of bad weather?
About the meteorological conditions of the climate, we try to organize the trips of each tour in the best season to have the best views and enjoy the selected trip but sometimes even is good season we can have bad weather, in this case on hiking or treks trips The complications are minimal, but when this happens during high-altitude climbing expeditions, the complications can become very difficult, that is why the bosses or leaders of the local guides must always make the most correct decision for the safety of our passengers, so we always recommend listening to the best advice from the local guide assigned for each tour. If you have any other questions please contact us. For calls or inquiries to this number: +51 943 081 066
Can I join a group?
We as a local company and connoisseurs of tours have departures on different dates. The best thing to do is to join a travel group to take care of your budget, and of course you can join our groups, but on trips like mountaineering we recommend going in small groups. To join a group, ask us for the dates and we will send you the necessary information to be able to join any of our trips.
Why go in a private trip: For trips whether trekking or high mountains, going privately is the most recommended option, but the costs are more expensive. So, if one joins a group, the prices will be more reasonable. In the mountains, the only disadvantage is if you are in a wall with another partner and if one of the participants gets tired or gets sick. In this case, you have to abort or cancel the summit and return together. For more information, contact us. We can schedule a call via WhatsApp to clarify all your questions.
In a mountain, for example, if 3 people go and one of the participants falls ill on the route, for security reasons they have to cancel or abort the summit or return all together. The same in a technical mountain if the climbing partner gets sick they all have to return, for these reasons sometimes it is better to go private only because for a single person the costs are more expensive for the same reason that the trip would already be private .
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