Peru: The Amazon to the Andes

This bohemian district is known for its artist studios, 19th century plazas and houses and picturesque parks. Art lovers should not miss to visit Victor Delphin`s Home & Studio, a famous Peruvian artist and sculptor, and Mario Testino`s MATE Museum. Mario is one of the world`s most influential photographers, well-known for his pictures of the British Royal family, his work with famous actors and beauties for the greatest international magazines and his creative exhibitions and books.

Relax and indulge in our sumptuous selection of mini-sandwiches and sweet petit fours. You will be accompanied by a pianist who performs his soothing repertoire every evening at 6.30pm in the hotel lobby.

Lose yourself to the romance of Miraflores with a serene bicycle ride through the district and along the coast. Bicycles can be borrowed from the hotel free of charge

Great films for youngsters are screened on the second floor of the bar. Includes popcorn and cookies.

Attractions of land and sea combine on this fascinating guided tour of Paracas Bay, located south of Lima. You will see the famous three-pronged “Candelabra” geoglyph, covering an area of 120m and clearly visible from the sea; the Ballestas Islands with their beautiful rock formations and abundant marine life (sea lions, penguins and a vast number of birds), and the National Reserve’s on-site museum, boasting relics of the important pre-Inca Paracas civilization. Before returning to Lima, a sumptuous seafood lunch is served overlooking the ocean. This activity can be combined with a visit to the famous Nazca lines, a series of ancient geoglyphs in the Nazca Desert, in southern Peru. They were designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1994.

See the Peruvian Paso horse in action at a private hacienda outside Lima while enjoying a delicious lunch of Peruvian specialties. The Paso is a one-of-a-kind breed whose elegant lateral gait resembles dancing. Skilled riders will show the horses off to dazzling effect as they step in time to the beat. Furthermore visit Pachacamac, one of the largest religious centers on the Peruvian Coast. Pachacamac contains various pyramids, temples and large plazas, where visitors can enjoy a pleasant walking while exploring the site.

Circuito Magico Del Agua (The Magic Water Circuit) was inaugurated in May 2007, and holds the Guinness Book record for the largest fountain complex in the world, displaying 13 distinct fountains. All of the fountains are illuminated at night, many with continuously changing colour schemes. A colourful laser light program synchronized with classical and Peruvian music makes the fountains sparkle and shine as the water flows in unique patterns and shapes.

Take children and friends to feast on a picnic of tasty local snacks while having fun in the park.

We invite our smallest guests to express their creativity in this engaging outdoor activity.

Our mascot, Sariri lives with her family in the pond in front of the hotel. We invite young guests to visit her and feed her the special food that we provide.

Whilst Pisco may nowadays be the secret ingredient of cocktails in trendy bars around the world, there is nothing like tasting Peru’s national spirit or its classic Pisco Sour on home terrain. For the full experience, our bar-tenders offer daily Pisco lessons.

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.

Join our Chef to visit traditional San Pedro market, where you can learn about its incredible history and choose ingredients from the diverse selection. Back at the hotel, enjoy a cooking class and later indulge in a sublime three-course dinner. Our barman will also prepare an exquisite cocktail using your chosen fruit.

Start with a brief talk about the evolution of gastronomy, then learn how to create different dishes using local ingredients. Continue with a tour of the hotel's art collection, guided by an expert who will take you through history by means of the different paintings of the Cusquenian School. Finish by enjoying our excellent opera show in El Tupay restaurant.

Discover the flavors of Peru in a hands-on cooking class. You'll help prepare a starter and a main course from our exclusive menu.

Start the evening in the company of our bartender, who will take you on a discovery of pisco, Peru's flagship spirit. Afterwards, enjoy a harmonious dinner with live opera entertainment at El Tupay restaurant.

Journey back in time in the company of a professional art guide. Discover our 17th-century Cusco Art School paintings and their link to the history of our hotel.

Feast on the voice of Angela Medina, Peru's finest soprano, as she delights your ears with an exquisite selection of classical arias.