Best of Peru | 10 days

When you arrive at Lima International Airport, you’ll be greeted with warmth. You will enjoy a private transfer and assistance with your check-in at the Wyndham Grand Costa del Sol Lima Airport Hotel, which is conveniently just a short walk away.

A morning flight will take you from Lima to Cusco, where you will be greeted and escorted to the city’s historic center for a gourmet lunch with a stunning view of the back of the iconic Cusco Cathedral. Afterward, the journey continues into the Sacred Valley, beginning with a private guided tour of the Pisaq Archaeological Site.

Today, you will delve into the wonders of the Sacred Valley. The day begins with a visit to Yanahuara, home to a hummingbird sanctuary where you can observe and photograph various species in their natural habitat. Next, you will explore the remarkable Moray Archaeological Site, known for its circular Incan terraces.

A gourmet picnic lunch awaits at Mountain View Experience, offering breathtaking panoramic views above the Maras Salt Mines. Here, you can also interact with friendly llamas. The day concludes with a visit to the historic Maras Salt Mines, a stunning landscape that has been used for salt extraction since pre-Incan times.

The adventure continues as you board a private transfer to the Ollantaytambo Train Station, where you will embark on the Vistadome Observatory Train to Machu Picchu. Enjoy breathtaking scenery as the journey transitions from the snow-capped Andes to the lush cloud forest. Upon arrival at Machu Picchu Pueblo, you will check in at your hotel before indulging in a gourmet lunch. In the afternoon, a private guided tour of Machu Picchu will reveal the mysteries of this UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Wake up to the serene beauty of the Andean cloud forest before returning to Machu Picchu for a second day of exploration. Your private guide will lead you through the lower terraces, with the option to hike to the summit of Huayna Picchu for a panoramic view of the ruins. Afterward, enjoy a gourmet lunch at Qunuq Restaurant in the Sumaq Machu Picchu Hotel.

On your final day in Cusco, embark on a journey through its charming cobblestone streets, exploring some of the city’s most revered sites. Begin at the Sacsayhuaman Archaeological Site, an extraordinary Incan fortress renowned for its massive stone walls and panoramic views.

Continue to Qorikancha, the revered Temple of the Sun, where you’ll marvel at its intricate architecture and city views from its bell tower. Back at the Plaza de Armas, visit the Iglesia Compañía de Jesús, one of the square’s most prominent churches.

This morning, bid farewell to Cusco and board a flight to Iquitos, where you’ll embark on the luxurious Delfin II Amazon Cruise. Upon arrival, the Delfin staff will greet you and transfer you to Nauta. At Delfin’s private port along the Marañón River, you’ll receive a warm welcome before boarding the vessel. Settle into your suite, attend a welcome briefing by your Cruise Manager, and then, in the evening, head out on a skiff to explore the Marañón River.

Rise early for an immersive experience in the Pacaya Samiria National Reserve, where the Amazon comes alive at dawn. Navigate the river by skiff, hiking through dense jungle to observe vibrant tropical birds and elusive sloths. After breakfast, take a medicinal plant walk to learn about the Amazon’s incredible biodiversity—home to 965 species of wild plants used for traditional medicine.

In the afternoon, explore the Yanayacu and Pucate Rivers, where you can try your hand at piranha fishing (catch-and-release) or paddle along the river in a kayak, spotting the famed pink river dolphins. As night falls, venture out for a nocturnal safari, seeking caimans, bats, and other creatures of the night.Rise early for an immersive experience in the Pacaya Samiria National Reserve, where the Amazon comes alive at dawn. Navigate the river by skiff, hiking through dense jungle to observe vibrant tropical birds and elusive sloths.

After breakfast, take a medicinal plant walk to learn about the Amazon’s incredible biodiversity—home to 965 species of wild plants used for traditional medicine. In the afternoon, explore the Yanayacu and Pucate Rivers, where you can try your hand at piranha fishing (catch-and-release) or paddle along the river in a kayak, spotting the famed pink river dolphins.

After breakfast, visit a local community before embarking on the Fundo Casual Jungle Trail, a deep rainforest trek through terra firma (non-flooded forest). Here, your guide will point out exotic flora and fauna, including two-toed sloths, anacondas, poison dart frogs, and even tarantulas. After returning to the Delfin II for a gourmet lunch, set out on another skiff excursion to witness the meeting of the Marañón and Ucayali Rivers—where the mighty Amazon River is born.

Enjoy a final breakfast aboard the Delfin II before disembarking in Nauta. En route to the Iquitos airport, stop at the Rescue & Rehabilitation Center of River Mammals (Amazon Forever), where you’ll meet rescued baby manatees and learn about conservation efforts to protect these gentle creatures. Other rescued wildlife, once destined for captivity, also find sanctuary here. Donations are welcome to support this vital cause.