Peru Essentials in Style
LimaSacred ValleyMachu PicchuCusco
- Duration
- 9 days
- Physical level
- Easy
- Max. altitude
- 3,500 m
- Group size
- Private
- Accommodation
- Boutique & luxury hotels
- From
- US$3,900
Lima, the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu at an unhurried pace
The perfect first journey to Peru: Lima’s food scene, boutique stays in the Sacred Valley, the Vistadome train to Machu Picchu and Cusco’s colonial charm — fully private.
Designed for travelers who want to see Peru’s icons without rushing, this journey acclimatizes gradually in the Sacred Valley before visiting Machu Picchu and ending in Cusco.
- A market visit and private cooking class in Lima
- Two days in a riverside hacienda in the Sacred Valley
- The Vistadome train along the Urubamba river
- Two visits to Machu Picchu, including sunrise
- A private walking tour of colonial Cusco
The route
Arrival in Lima
Private transfer to your hotel in Miraflores.
Itinerary
Lima
Day 1: Arrival in Lima
Private transfer to your hotel in Miraflores. Evening at leisure.
Lima
Breakfast, lunchDay 2: Lima food & culture
Market visit and cooking class, then explore Barranco. Dinner at one of Lima’s celebrated restaurants.
Sacred Valley
Breakfast2,972 mDay 3: Fly to Cusco, Sacred Valley
Morning flight to Cusco and scenic drive to the Sacred Valley, visiting Pisac on the way.
Sacred Valley
Breakfast, lunch3,500 mDay 4: Maras, Moray & a local community
Visit the salt pans and Moray terraces, then lunch with a weaving community.
Customize this journey
Change the pace, upgrade hotels, add days — this itinerary is yours to shape.
What's included
Included
- All accommodation with breakfast
- Private transfers and guided tours
- Vistadome train tickets
- Machu Picchu entrance tickets (2 visits)
- Domestic flight Lima – Cusco
- 24/7 local assistance
Not included
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Meals not specified
- Tips
Before you go
Altitude
Cusco sits at 3,400 m. We plan gentle first days in the lower Sacred Valley so your body can adapt comfortably.
Best season
April to October brings clear skies and dry trails. November to March is greener, quieter and has afternoon showers.
Documents
Your passport is required to enter Machu Picchu and to board trains. Bring the same passport used in your booking.
Health & insurance
Travel insurance covering high altitude and medical evacuation is strongly recommended.
What to pack
PassportOriginal, not a copy
Soles in cashFor tips and markets
Personal medicationPlus something for altitude
Reusable bottleStay hydrated at altitude
FAQ
Yes — we can upgrade any train segment, subject to availability.
We plan a gradual ascent, starting in the lower Sacred Valley. Our guides carry oxygen, monitor how you feel and adjust the pace whenever needed.
As soon as your dates are set. From May to September they sell out weeks ahead; we secure them the moment your trip is confirmed.
No. Prices exclude international flights, but we gladly recommend routes and coordinate your arrival and departure times.
What our travelers say
- ★★★★★
“Fast, honest answers on WhatsApp before we booked and real support during the trip. When a train was delayed, everything was rearranged before we even noticed.”
Laura & James P., United KingdomPeru Essentials in Style - ★★★★★
“Walking the Inca Trail had been on my list for twenty years. The team handled the permits, the porters were incredible and arriving through the Sun Gate was pure emotion.”
Michael K., AustraliaClassic Inca TrailGoogle - ★★★★★
“Travelling with three kids could have been stressful, but the pace was just right. The llama trek and the chocolate workshop were the highlights for our children.”
The Harrison family, United StatesFamily Adventure in the AndesTripadvisor - ★★★★★
“The perfect honeymoon. The Hiram Bingham train, a private sunrise at Machu Picchu and three nights in the Amazon — Giovanni designed something that felt completely ours.”
Emma T., United KingdomRomantic Peru HoneymoonGoogle - ★★★★★
“Our guide on the Salkantay trek knew every plant, every story and exactly when we needed a break. Crossing the pass at sunrise is a memory we will keep forever.”
David & Claire R., CanadaSalkantay Trek to Machu PicchuTripadvisor - ★★★★★
“Every single detail was taken care of, from the airport pick-up in Lima to a quiet table overlooking the Sacred Valley. We never once had to think about logistics — we just enjoyed Peru.”
Sarah M., United StatesPeru Essentials in Style
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