Seeing Sacred Sights: Exploring Peru with Savanna

-After landing in Lima, you'll be greeted by your driver who will take you to your hotel in the Miraflores district. Check into your accommodation, drop off your bags, and take some free time to explore the parks, restaurants, and cafes this vibrant area has to offer.

-As the sun begins to set and hunger strikes, join your group for a welcome dinner near the city’s main park. This is a great opportunity to get to know your fellow travelers while enjoying a meal and making introductions.

-As the rest of your group arrives in the morning, you’ll wake up slowly and enjoy breakfast at the hotel. Later, you’ll join your entire group for an engaging walking tour of Barranco. Explore the bohemian culture and unique architecture this vibrant district has to offer.

-Once you’ve worked up an appetite, you’ll head to an ocean-view kitchen for an authentic Peruvian cooking class. You’ll work hands-on with a local chef who will teach you to prepare Causa, a traditional potato appetizer, and classic ceviche! Enjoy the delicious lunch you’ve created alongside Peru’s national drink, the Pisco Sour, which you’ll also learn to craft yourself.

-With full bellies, we’ll hop into a group transfer to the airport and catch a flight to Arequipa.

-Upon arrival, you’ll be transferred to your hotel and have the night free to explore. Take this opportunity to stroll around the main square, conveniently located near your hotel, where you’ll find plenty of dinner options and fun activities to enjoy before heading back for the night.

-After breakfast, you’ll take a walking tour of Arequipa, where your local guide will show you all the best spots. Visit the city’s highlights, including the main square and its charming churches.

-Once the tour ends, you’ll have the option to continue exploring on your own. You could visit the Santa Catalina Monastery, check out the Mummy Museum, see the famous Ice Princess, or take a taxi to the Yanahuara viewpoint.

-When you’ve taken it all in, you’ll begin the long journey to Chivay with your group. Make sure to bring some snacks for the ride!

-Along the way, you’ll stop at the Aguada Blanca Reserve, where you’ll arrive at an incredible panoramic viewpoint of Arequipa. From here, you can see seven different volcanoes and might even spot some native wildlife.

-After this outdoor adventure, we’ll continue the journey to Chivay. Upon arrival, you’ll check into your hotel and have the evening to yourself. You might want to visit the hot springs located just outside of town—a perfect way to end a long day of travel.

-Fuel up with breakfast at the hotel before heading out for a trek into Colca Canyon. You’ll make your way to a stunning viewpoint high above, where you can observe condors soaring gracefully in their natural habitat.

-After your time at the heights, you’ll journey back, driving through some of the region’s most picturesque farm towns along the canyon. You’ll also stop to enjoy lunch along the way.

-You’ll then continue back to Arequipa, arriving in the late afternoon. This gives you plenty of time to relax and soak in the city one last time.

-Good morning. After an early morning transfer to the airport, you’ll catch your flight to the capital of the Incan Empire, Cusco.

-Once you arrive, your driver will be waiting to take you to your hotel for check-in before you begin your walking tour of the historic city center. On the tour, you’ll visit many of the city’s popular destinations, including the Cathedral, San Pedro Market, San Blas, and more.

-After soaking in the history and ancient charm this city has to offer, you’ll have some free time to explore on your own. Use this time to savor more flavors of Peru by grabbing lunch and taking in the stunning beauty that surrounds you.

-In the early evening, put on your dancing shoes and meet up with your group for a Salsa class. Local experts will guide you through the fast-paced, classic dance, and you’ll get to show off your moves to your fellow group members before heading back to the hotel for the evening.

-Start your day with breakfast, then join your group transfer to Chinchero, where you’ll attend an Indigenous textile weaving workshop. Through this unique experience, you’ll learn about the traditional practice passed down through generations by the locals’ ancestors.

-Next, you’ll head to Tunupas, located in the heart of the Sacred Valley, for a buffet lunch featuring a variety of traditional dishes from the Andes.

-After lunch, you’ll return to Cusco with a stop at the Pre-Incan salt terraces of Maras. Here, you’ll see how salt is still mined today, just as it has been for centuries.

-From there, you’ll drive to the ruins of Moray, believed to be where the Inca conducted experimental farming. Finally, you’ll make your way to Urubamba for the evening.

-Good morning! After breakfast, your group will make its way to the town of Pisac, where you’ll visit the Inca ruins. These ruins are some of the best examples of traditional Inca terracing, so get ready to be amazed. Once you’ve explored the ruins, you’ll head to the markets to browse the various stalls.

-Next, you’ll visit a local organic farm, which is a key producer of corn and other products in the area. Upon arrival, you’ll meet the owner, who will guide you through their unique farming process. This experience will culminate in a farm-to-table lunch that’s sure to delight your taste buds.

-In the afternoon, you’ll take a short hike to the Inca town of Ollantaytambo, where you’ll catch a glimpse of true Incan civilization. Afterward, you’ll head back to Urubamba for dinner at El Huacatay Restaurant with your group.

-Start your day with an early breakfast at the hotel and be ready to meet your group at 7:15 for a ride to the train station, where you’ll begin your journey to the Sacred Valley.

-After a train ride, a short walk, and a shuttle, you’ll arrive at the one and only Machu Picchu. These ruins are considered the most urban creation of the Incan Empire to date.

-Take some time to soak in the spectacular views and fascinating history. Be sure to snap plenty of photos, especially of the llamas often grazing on the terraces right before you.

-Your local guide will lead you through the most important sites, offering an unforgettable experience.

-Afterward, you’ll take a shuttle back into town to enjoy lunch with your group before driving back to Cusco to settle in for the night.

-After breakfast at the hotel, you can spend your last day in Peru exploring Cusco on your own.

-Browse the markets for those last-minute souvenirs, or visit popular sites like the Sacsayhuaman temple or one of the many museums.

-Meet your group back at the hotel for your final group transfer to the airport, where you’ll begin your journey home.