Peru Food and Culture, Plus Wonders of Machu Picchu, Cusco and Sacred Valley

Board your international flight to Lima Peru.
You are required a valid American or Canadian Passport with blank pages. Valid for six months past your return date. Other nationalities please refer to your local consulate. Upon your arrival at Lima International Airport, and after clearing customs and immigration you will be met by our representative and taken to your Lima hotel.

Breakfast at the hotel.
Depart on a tour of one of Lima's traditional markets.
Markets always reflect cities relatively accurately. In Lima, on the other hand, the coexistence of its millions of inhabitants from all corners of Peru has generated marked contrasts that are felt in all aspects of life in the city, including gastronomy. Today, you will visit a market that famous chefs prefer. You can see a wide variety of local fruits and vegetables, many of which you probably never heard of and which are endemic to Peru. You will also find spices and handcrafted typical Peruvian souvenirs. Next, discover the secrets of Peruvian cuisine by preparing your lunch. You'll enjoy delicious food and learn how to prepare it. Also included a taste of Pisco Sour or Chilcano, Peru's famous national cocktails.

Breakfast at the hotel.
We will head out to Lima’s Airport for your flight to Cusco. you will be met by our representative and taken to you Cusco hotel.
In the afternoon, depart for your City Tour Cusco, where you will visit Cusco’s most-important landmarks. Start at the city’s main square and Cusco’s Cathedral. Then Koricancha (Temple of the Sun), and the nearby ruins: Qenqo, an Inca Ceremonial and Ritual center carved out of rock where sacrifices were made.
Next Puca Pucara Tambomachay (Also called "The Bath of the Inca") and Sacsayhuaman Fortress.

Breakfast in the hotel.
Early departure to Lamay village, upon arrival continue to the community of Huchuy Qosqo. Today you will experience an authentic interaction with the local people of the mountain communities in Lamay and learn about their local food, and culture. You will visit a local family and prepare a traditional dish of this area of Peru accompanied by a family member. Participate in the various forms of preparation of the Andean flavors, with natural native products such as potatoes, quinoa, corn, olluco, and others. Among the most outstanding dishes stand out: Chaufa of quinoa, stuffed trout, jumped vegetables, and others. After enjoying the typical lunch you helped prepare the tour continues with a visit to Archaeological Complex of Pisac. Pisac is well known for its fantastic archeological site—one of Peru's most extensive and well-preserved Incan ruins. You can enjoy breathtaking views of soaring mountains, terraced hillsides, and the beautiful valley.

Breakfast at the hotel.
In the morning, departure to Machu Picchu by Train is a panoramic ride that takes one hour and a half. Arrival and transfer to the citadel by a bus shuttle service—afterward, guided tour throughout the Sacred Citadel of Machu Picchu. The visit includes the Intihuatana (the Solar Clock), the Watchtower, the Incas Palace, the Three Windows, and others. The great mountain-top city abandoned by the Inca Empire, reclaimed by the jungle and lost to humanity until its rediscovery in 1911. The legendary 'Lost City' is without a doubt one of the world's most impressive archaeological sites. Built by the Incas on the summit of "Machu Picchu" (old peak), overlooking the deep canyon of the Urubamba River. It sits on a mountain site of extraordinary beauty, in the middle of a tropical mountain forest; Machu Picchu was probably the most amazing urban creation of the Inca Empire at its height, with its giant walls, terraces, and ramps, which appears as though they have been cut naturally in the continuous rock escarpments.
After the tour enjoy Lunch at a local restaurant.
Return to the Sacred Valley.

Breakfast at the hotel.
Today join a tour to Moray and Maras. The stunning Moray terraces and the historic salt mines are situated in the hills of the Sacred Valley, close to Cusco. These two archaeological sites are considered some of the most famous attractions in the area. The region was used for agriculture and salt production in ancient Inca times. With over 3,000 salt pools and a perfectly lined terrace, the Maras Moray tour offers a glimpse into the impressive creativity of the Incas. First, you will visit the Archeological complex of Moray, where you can see four slightly elliptical agricultural terraces that the people call muyus. There are a series of concentric terraces that resemble an ancient amphitheater, built within a bowl-like depression. Next the Maras saltpans, the people channel the salt water that bubbles to the surface from a spring called Qoripujio towards artificial wells. The water evaporates from exposure to the sun, and the salt remains on the surface, which is transported later to the market for sale. Finally, visit Chinchero Village. The town of Chinchero is a vibrant and ancient place where visitors can experience Inka culture through the preservation of its customs, archaeology, and craftwork. Conclude your culinary journey with a visit to the one-of-a-kind UNU restaurant. Nestled in the picturesque town of Tiobamba, amidst the majestic Andes mountains, it occupies a former monastery building, with an ancient church as its neighbor. The restaurant, with its design reminiscent of a local family home, is a true reflection of the regional, rural Peruvian cuisine it serves. The food, prepared with passion and pride, is a unique and authentic Peruvian food experience.

Breakfast at the hotel.
Later transfer to Cusco’s airport to board your domestic flight to Lima. Upon arrival you will be met by our representative and taken to your Lima hotel.

Breakfast at the hotel.
Transfer to Lima’s airport to board your international flight.