A TASTE OF PERU (8 NIGHTS)

Local Culinary Experience with Penelope Alzamora

There are many ways to get to know a city, but we believe that one of the most interesting and pleasurable ways is through its food. This is especially true of Lima, with the infinity of textures, colors, aromas, and flavors that this generous land provides. The rich culinary history and traditions are truly the pride of Peruvians, so any attempt to understand the local Lima culture must go through its cuisine. 
Celebrity chef Penélope Alzamora will share her favorite local market and help you pick out the freshest ingredients for your meal, and shows you a few of her favorite parts of Barranco as well. Perhaps stop to enjoy some local, organic coffee before returning to Penélope´s apartment for a pisco sour and a cooking class to remember. You will learn essential Peruvian culinary techniques while preparing a full menu of ceviches and tapas, then you will feast upon your gourmet creations while enjoying the beautiful view of Lima´s coast.

Please allow approximately five hours for the entire experience.

Farm to Table at Hacienda Sarapampa

Feel the pride in every detail as the host of Hacienda Sarapampa leads you on an exploration of the property, culminating in a delicious farm-to-table lunch. Guests will watch the locals at work and learn about the history, spiritual significance and future of the famous giant white Andean corn. More than just an elegant lunch, it is an entertaining cultural journey.

Please allow approximately three hours for the entire experience.

Locals Only Sacred Valley

Step off the beaten path and into the rhythms of daily life in the Sacred Valley, guided by local knowledge and spontaneity. This flexible experience adapts to your preferences and the spirit of the day—whether that means strolling through village markets, joining a cooking session with seasonal ingredients, visiting family-run farms, or meeting artisans in their workshops. It’s an invitation to discover the valley’s quieter corners, where tradition is lived rather than displayed.

Please allow approximately four hours for the entire experience.

Explore Machu Picchu

Meet your guide at the exit of the train station or in the lobby of your hotel for a short walk to the bus station and a 20-minute bus ride up to Machu Picchu Citadel (elevation: 8,000 ft. – 2,432 m.a.s.l.). Scratching the surface of the heavens from its place atop the grandest of mountaintop pedestals, it is easy to lose yourself in the mystique and grandeur of this enigmatic citadel. Soak in the energy and atmosphere of one of the most significant archeological sites on the planet while your guide helps you uncover the secrets behind key areas of interest such as the Sun Dial, the Guard House, the Sacred Plaza and the Temple of the Sun.

Please allow approximately three hours for the guided route and four hours for the entire experience | You must show your passport in order to be allowed to enter Machu Picchu Citadel.

Locals Only Cusco

Discover a more intimate side of Cusco through a flexible experience guided by local rhythms and personal interests. Beyond the usual routes, your journey may lead to vibrant markets, time-honored kitchens, or artisan workshops — each moment offering a glimpse into the city’s living traditions. Designed to reflect both the energy of the day and the traveler’s curiosity, this is a thoughtful exploration of Cusco as it is known and cherished by those who call it home.

Please allow approximately four hours for the entire experience.

Drink & Discover Cusco

Cusco has long been a hub of creativity, flavour, and craft. Discover its vibrant cocktail scene by visiting three renowned bars, where you'll mix and taste three distinct Pisco creations. Sample, shake, and savour as you explore a spirited side of the city.

Please allow approximately two and a half hours for the entire experience.