2 Weeks in Peru - 5 Luxury Itinerary Ideas

Itinerary #1: Peru Luxury Escape: Jungles, Mountains & Coast

This jungles-to-coast itinerary is ideal for travelers seeking a mix of arts, adventure, cuisine, and wildlife. You'll sample ceviche on a private food tour of Lima, cruise the Amazon River on a well-appointed ship that boasts suites with private Jacuzzis, search for monkeys and other wildlife on a jungle trek, partake in a music lesson and cooking workshop in the Sacred Valley, take a luxury train to Machu Picchu, and embark on a wildlife safari to the Ballestas Islands. Your private drivers, guides, and luxury hotels (including butler service at the 5-star Belmond Palacio Nazarenas) ensure your comfort throughout.

On arrival in Lima, check in to Hotel B, the former seaside retreat of an aristocratic family, then head out to see Lima Cathedral and other Spanish-colonial landmarks. In the morning, your private guide will take you on a food and art tour that includes chocolate tasting at El Cacaotal. Next, fly to Iquitos, where you'll board a luxury ship for a three-day Amazon River cruise. Watch the treeline for monkeys, macaws, and more while soaking in your personal Jacuzzi, then dine by candlelight on your terrace. You'll also disembark at various spots for rainforest hikes and kayaking in Pacaya Samiria National Reserve. 

Catch a flight south to Cusco on Day 6 and reset at the 5-star Belmond Palacio Nazarenas, a former palace with a heated pool and butler service. The following morning, your driver will whisk you to the Sacred Valley for a music workshop in Pisac. Then, you'll trek to Ollantaytambo to see ruins of ancient Inca canals and homes and enjoy lunch prepared using a traditional underground cooking method. Afterward, you'll board the luxury Hiram Bingham train to Machu Picchu for a guided hike. Finally, celebrate your journey in Paracas with a wildlife safari to the Ballestas Islands and a secluded sunset picnic in the dunes. Learn more

Itinerary #2: Luxurious Peru Adventure for Active Travelers

Outdoorsy travelers will enjoy the adventures and elevated experiences on this active Peru itinerary. You'll take a private tour of Lima's landmarks, dine near an ancient pyramid, trek the ruins of Pachacamac, try sandboarding in the desert oasis of Ica, partake in a pisco tasting at a local hacienda, walk an ancient Inca road to Q'enco, tackle a via ferrata and ziplining excursion in Pachar, overnight in a cliffside capsule at Skylodge, explore Machu Picchu with an expert guide, take the luxury Andean Explorer train to Puno, and catch the sunrise over Lake Titicaca.

Your driver will meet you at the airport in Lima and bring you to your 5-star hotel, just steps from the beach in Miraflores. After you freshen up, you'll feast on ceviche and other Peruvian dishes at a restaurant with views of the ancient pyramid of Huaca Pucllana. Learn more about Lima on a guided tour of the top spots, including the Barranco art district and Gran Hotel Bolívar, where you'll sip the famous pisco sour. Take a day trip to Pachacamac for a trek around the ruins before boarding a bus to a desert oasis in Ica. Here, you'll partake in a pisco tasting at a local hacienda and cruise the dunes at sunset. 

Next on the agenda is Cusco, where you'll acclimate to the high elevation (or try an Andean healing treatment) at your 5-star hotel before hiking an Inca road to the Q'enco ceremonial complex. Following that, your driver will chauffeur you to Pachar for a via ferrata experience and a unique overnight in a capsule suspended on a cliffside at Skylodge. Then, on Day 10, you'll take a luxury train to Machu Picchu, where you'll explore the citadel with an expert guide. Your journey ends with another luxury train ride, this time on the Andean Explorer to Puno, where you'll visit the floating islands on Lake Titicaca. Learn more

Itinerary #3: Luxury Culture, Food & Nature Tour in Peru

Culture vultures, foodies, and wildlife enthusiasts alike will appreciate this tour of Peru's cities, valleys, and rivers. You'll browse art galleries and feast on seafood in Lima, study Inca astronomy and shop for artisan goods in Cusco, visit Inca amphitheaters and savor an eight-course tasting menu in the Sacred Valley, spend two days trekking around Machu Picchu, and wrap up your trip with wildlife watching on a three-day luxury Amazon cruise. Your private drivers and luxury train rides provide comfortable transfers, and your 5-star hotels offer high-end suites and spa treatments—perfect for refreshing between tours. 

Start your trip in style with a stay at Lima's Belmond Miraflores Park, a 5-star hotel set amid gardens where you can enjoy the rooftop pool and sea views from your private balcony. After a private tour of the capital, including a stop at Museo Larco to browse pre-Hispanic art, you'll feast on causa (a layered potato dish) with lobster and other Peruvian dishes at the oceanfront Cala Restaurant. Then, you'll fly east to Cusco, where an expert guide will share Inca astronomical knowledge while you observe constellations at the Cusco Planetarium. You'll also have the privilege of shopping for artisan-made goods at the San Pedro market.

Your driver will then transfer you to the Sacred Valley for you to observe artisans at work in Chinchero, visit the Inca amphitheaters in Moray, and savor an eight-course meal featuring ancient techniques and Andean ingredients at Mil Centro. Following that, you'll take a luxury train to Aguas Calientes for an overnight at Belmond Sanctuary Lodge, your comfortable base (complete with a spa offering Inca rituals) for two days of hiking in Machu Picchu. Lastly, you'll cap off your trip with an Amazon cruise with a village visit, dolphin-watching, and sunset views from the fine dining restaurant. Learn more

Itinerary #4: Luxury Southern Peru: Colca Canyon, Lake Titicaca & Machu Picchu

Perfect for those who prefer flexibility, this Southern Peru luxury adventure includes free time and activities that can be tailored to your interests. In addition to a Machu Picchu trek and private tours of Lima and Arequipa, other possibilities include high-altitude hiking, highlands horseback riding, soaking in the Uyo Uyo hot springs, sampling street food in San Camilo, kayaking on Lake Titicaca, and more. Those interested in textiles can also meet Andean weavers and partake in a weaving workshop. You'll stay in upscale accommodations, including a former manor estate in Lima and a luxury lodge in Colca Valley.

Reset on arrival in Lima with a leisurely afternoon tea at your boutique hotel, Atemporal, a former estate that offers a peaceful respite from the city. While in Lima, you'll visit urban pyramids and indulge in a five-course meal showcasing seasonal ingredients at Casa Tambo. Then, you'll fly southeast to Arequipa on Day 3 and check into CIRQA, a former monastery constructed from white volcanic stone and conveniently located in the historic center. Your guide will show you some of the most famous attractions, including the Baroque architecture of La Compañia Church and the street food stalls at the San Camilo market.

Next, you'll venture to the Colca Valley and take your pick from a high-altitude trek, a dip in the Uyo Uyo thermal baths, or a visit with Andean weavers. On Day 6, you can catch a nap on the transfer to Titilaka Lodge, a luxury ecolodge with views of Lake Titicaca. The team here will tailor activities to your interests, with options that include kayaking on the lake or attending a cultural festival. Afterward, you'll travel to Cusco on a luxury train and ride horseback through the highlands. The finale of your trip includes a private tour of Machu Picchu and a weaving workshop in Calca, an excellent opportunity to craft a keepsake. Learn more

Itinerary #5: Luxury Train Journey to Machu Picchu & Southern Peru

This Peru train journey is a fit for travelers seeking a balance of adventure and relaxation. Highlights include a private street art tour in Lima, ceviche tasting at the Huaca Pucllana pyramid, trekking an Inca path to the former palace at Huchuy Qosqo, two days of guided hiking in Machu Picchu, a visit to Sumbay Caves to see pre-Inca rock art, and bird-watching at Condor's Cross. There's also leisure time for lounging at a rooftop pool, sipping pisco sours, and indulging in rejuvenating spa treatments. 

Ease into your adventure with a relaxing afternoon in Lima at the Belmond Miraflores Park's rooftop pool and a Peruvian dinner at Tragaluz restaurant. Meet your guide in the morning of the following day for an art tour that'll take you to the murals of Callao Monumental and the galleries of Barranco. Then, fly to Cusco for your journey into the Sacred Valley. Here, you'll take a private tour of Pisac's hilltop archaeological site, meet the residents of a lama farm, and trek an Inca path to the terraces and former palace at Huchuy Qosqo. Board the exclusive Hiram Bingham train next to Aguas Calientes for two days of hiking at Machu Picchu. 

Head off the beaten path on Day 8 with a local guide who'll show you the Sacsayhuamán fortress, mysteriously constructed from large limestone blocks. Next, you'll board the Andean Explorer train that offers private sleeper cabins, live music, gourmet dining, and views of snowcapped peaks. A local guide will meet you at your stop in Puno for a private tour of Lake Titicaca's floating islands. Back on the train, you'll travel to Sumbay Caves to admire pre-Inca rock art and then continue to your private bungalow in Colca Canyon. Savor your final days bird watching at Condor's Cross and lounging at your plunge pool. Learn more

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