DEPARTS EVERY FRIDAY - THE AMAZON & MACHU PICCHU 2021- 10 DAYS/9 NIIGHTS

Small-group excursions into the Amazon jungle from the Aqua Nera showcase the unique Amazon wildlife, birds and plant life of this rich habitat. Aqua Expeditions customized aluminum motorized launch boats, or skiffs, take up to ten passengers in each on two to three daily excursions deep into Amazonia’s snaking tributaries, in search of armored catfish, red-bellied piranhas, and the beady-eyed heads of spectacled caimans in the enigmatic black waters.

Just as captivating is the scene above water where yellow-spotted Amazon river turtles meander along the muddy shoreline, sapphire blue beaked Amazon kingfishers streak past, and antediluvian prehistoric hoatzin birds alight on high branches in close proximity to dusky titi monkeys frolicking in the tree canopy.

Guests can try kayaking the calm waters of the Amazon River while keeping an eye out for Amazon wildlife. Kayaking and canoeing excursions are available in both the Low Water and High Water Seasons.

Let our experienced guides also take you by skiff to one of the most beautiful natural freshwater swimming pools on Earth. Take a dip in the Amazon’s warm, welcoming waters, cosseted by lush tropical rainforest.

Follow our guides and discover the Amazon’s piranha habitats and try line fishing for these small yet fearsome aquatic creatures. Whether you’re new to fishing or you’re a passionate wrangler, catching vibrant red-bellied piranhas in the black waters of the Pacaya River will get the adrenaline pumping!

On a ship excursion into local villages, guests can meet villagers, join in the fun at a local school and learn about our ecological and wildlife preservation programs at Aqua Expeditions. Learn from experienced local guides about how indigenous communities make their living in this remote area deep within the Peruvian Amazon.

Biking is a popular way of discovering daily life in a riverside community. Guests on Aqua Nera ship will have the opportunity to cycle around the town of Nauta to discover traditional local houses and schools, shop for unique Peruvian and Amazonia souvenirs and cycle next to a major tributary of the Upper Amazon.

Enjoy a special Sacred Valley lunch beside the Urubamba River. Start with a delicious pisco sour cocktail and tasty snacks, then continue with a variety of dishes featuring local ingredients,

including many from our own garden.

Connect with Mother Earth through one of Peru’s oldest culinary traditions: savor a selection of meats, tubers and vegetables cooked over hot stones underground.

Discover how to prepare delicious local dishes.
Choose between two options:

1) Specialty course—master some of Lima’s flagship dishes, such as ceviche, causa or quinoa tabbouleh.

2) Full menu course—this includes an appetizer, a main dish and a dessert, all crafted from Peruvian ingredients.

A fun family activity in the garden, Movie Night brings children and adults together under the stars, snacking on delicious popcorn and sipping muña tea beside the Urubamba River. A selection of light bites, desserts and drinks is also available from our chef’s special menu.

Enjoy a delicious lunch Urubamba River and the impressive nature surroundings. The menu incorporates, homemade breads, garden salad, as a main course we offer three types of meats and local pumpkin cheese cake.

Enjoy a reinvigorating and relaxing 60 min. yoga session in beautiful natural surroundings as you enhance your body’s strength and flexibility.

Discover the origins of Peru’s national spirit and sample some of the tastiest varieties before learning how to prepare a refreshing pisco sour cocktail.

Practice relaxation and stretching exercises overlooking the river in the hotel gardens.

Have fun with all the family as you maneuver and guide your kite to the rhythm of the wind.

Embark on a scenic horseback ride through native forests, pastures and streams, visiting local communities along the way and, at journey’s end, a magnificent waterfall.

Feel the rush of adrenaline as you course along the fast-flowing waters of the Urubamba River while admiring magnificent terraces and an Inca bridge along the way. Stop to relax and replenish your energy over some delicious Peruvian snacks.

Thrill to the excitement of ziplining, a totally safe and exhilarating way to soar over the magnificent Sacred Valley. The zipline is reached by a rugged 35-minute hike, with some parts of the route roped for safety.

Led by a shaman, this ancient Andean ritual enables you to give thanks to Mother Earth, or Pachamama, for the life that she gives us, and to make special personal requests.

Children may feed and pet our baby alpacas.

Youngsters needn’t miss a minute of fun: try table football and sapo (a Peruvian coin-tossing game).

Arty youngsters can express their creativity while discovering a new alfresco activity in one of Peru’s most enchanting landscapes.

What does your future hold? Perhaps you will find out in this fascinating traditional ritual, performed by an Andean shaman.

This magical ceremony is led by an Andean priest and consists of offerings to the Inca gods while requesting health and prosperity.

A shaman conducts this ancient ceremony, leading prayers and presenting offerings to help strengthen a couple’s feelings and commitment to each other.

A different activity, where you can interact with our chef and all kitchen staff. It begins in our small garden where you can meet some of our aromatic herbs which we use in our preparations. Then we turn to our main kitchen where it will be presented to all our staff kitchen to start preparing 02 different dishes.

Every afternoon, our bartender will be delighted to tell the story of Peruvian pisco liqueur. He will demonstrate how to mix Pisco Sour and Chilcano. Available every day from 6pm to 6:30pm at Tampu Bar.

Home to many of Cusco's talented artisans, Plaza de San Blas holds a certain magic at daybreak. Be the first to stroll through the old, winding streets of the neighborhood. Colorful balconies and scented geraniums welcome you at every turn. As you reach the top of Cusco, the rising sun enhances the already fascinating view of the city.

Discover the hotel's rich history on a tour that reveals the unique charm infusing our storied walls and courtyards.

Join an expert guide to explore the wealth of art in Our Lady of the Assumption Chapel and discern the meanings behind the original 18th-century Cusco School artworks.

Venture into our secret garden for an alfresco afternoon tea. A butler will pick fresh herbs to make into an aromatic infusion, which you can savor with homemade local delicacies.

Unwind in a bath, prepared by your butler, of natural aromatic herbs and essential oils. They've been carefully selected to relax, revitalize or detoxify body and soul.

Ensure restful sleep with an aromatherapy pillow. Let your butler prepare a blend of natural herbs with soothing, relaxing properties.

Sink into a traditional Andean herbal and floral bath at Hypnôze Spa. Detoxify the body while cleansing the soul in time-honored Peruvian style.

Find out what your future may have in store. Participate in this mystical, shaman-led ceremony dating from Inca times.

Peru's national liquor, pisco is a fine grape brandy with origins dating back 500 years. In an engaging class, learn the story behind our flagship cocktail, the Pisco Sour, and master how to make it yourself.

Uncover the secrets of Peruvian cuisine in a hands-on class. Learn about delicious local ingredients and master the art of local specialties featuring quinoa, tubers, alpaca meat and more.