A Culinary Adventure in Peru

Lima

Arrive Lima, Peru

Peru's coastal capital is an elegant laid-back city where surf, ceviche and pisco sours are only the beginning. With 80 miles of coastline and virtually no rain, Lima is spritzed in salt and soaked in sunshine. Its 18th-century haciendas, baroque stonework and colonial architecture are upstaged by the country's pre-Columbian history on display at museums like Pueblo Libre's Larco. Lima's much-starred restaurant scene is so effervescent that the city is widely acknowledged as the culinary capital of Latin America.

Lima

Lima | Peruvian Mixology

Visit the Plaza Mayor (Plaza de Armas) and the cathedral where Pizarro's and the 17th-century Santo Domingo Church and Monastery. Built atop a network of tunnels and catacombs, it features a collection of fine paintings and partially covered frescoes. Participate in a tribute to traditional picanterias - Peru's no-frills eateries known for their hearty, simple fare - at top-ranked La Picanteria. Back at your hotel, dive into Peru's vibrant cocktail culture with a hands-on mixology class. Under expert guidance, master the art of creating three distinctive cocktails based on pisco (local brandy), gin and vodka, paired with tapas.

• Meals Included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner

Arequipa

Arequipa | Volcanic Wonder

Arequipa captivates with its pale volcanic-stone architecture, framed by the striking, conical Misti Volcano. In the colonial district of Yanahuara, explore centuries-old Andalusian-style churches and enjoy panoramic views from Carmen Alto. The San Lazaro neighborhood boasts the Church of San Francisco, an 18th-century plaza and Main Square's impressive sillar-stone arches and baroque cathedral facade. The Santa Catalina Monastery, established in 1579, is a grand testament to Arequipa's deep historical and cultural heritage.

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• Dinner

Arequipa

Arequipa | Andean Cuisine in a Charming Courtyard

At the Andean Sanctuaries Museum, learn about the famous mummy Juanita - the Inca girl dubbed the "Ice Princess." Discovered preserved in ice for over 500 years before volcanic activity melted the surrounding snow. Lunch at La Picanteria Victoria follows. Conclude the day with sundowner rooftop drinks in front of the main plaza.

• Meals Included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner

Sacred Valley

Sacred Valley | The Incas' Heritages

The Sacred Valley of the Incas carves through the green peaks of the Peruvian Andes near Cusco; salt mines and snow-capped peaks form a dramatic backdrop. The valley is also home to the ancient citadel of Machu Picchu, terraced topography and remote Quechua-speaking communities with deeply traditional ways of life. Lunch at Hacienda Sarapampa offers an authentic taste of traditional Peruvian cuisine centered around their celebrated Cusco giant white corn. At this family-run estate, which has preserved farming traditions for three generations, expect to sample dishes such as choclo con queso (corn with cheese); humitas (steamed corn pudding); and tamales (corn dough with savory fillings). Experience the rich flavors of the Sacred Valley while enjoying the simple, timeless charm of hacienda life.

• Meals Included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch

Sacred Valley

Sacred Valley | Culinary Secrets of the Andes

In the Sacred Valley, meet Manuel Choque, a visionary farmer preserving native Peruvian potatoes. His work, recognized with awards and collaborations with renowned chef Virgilio Martinez, includes creating unique dishes and spirits. Experience his tubers cooked in a traditional huatia and enjoy lunch at Mil Restaurant, at an altitude of 12,000 feet, where each dish embodies the Andean ecosystem and local traditions.

• Meals Included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch

Machu Picchu

Machu Picchu | Journey to the Lost City

Depart for Ollantaytambo, pausing to visit its fortress and town before continuing to the train station for a first-class journey deep into the Andes toward Machu Picchu, with lunch on board. Upon arrival in Aguas Calientes, ascend the ruins of Machu Picchu, enjoying an afternoon citadel tour with your private guide.

• Meals Included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner

Cusco

Cusco | Regional Food & Drink

Ride the Vistadome train to Ollantaytambo where you learn about Pachamanca, an ancient Andean cooking technique where marinated meats are layered with potatoes, sweet potatoes, beans, corn and herbs and cooked in an earth oven using heated stones. Later, take a private tour of a local distillery, Destileria Andina, that merges traditional Andean methods with modern techniques to create cana alta and matacuy, two distinctive liquors made from distilling sugar cane juice.

• Meals Included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch

Cusco

Cusco | Andean Cuisines

Back in Cusco, uncover the secrets of Peruvian cuisine with a hands-on class that dives into the region's rich culinary heritage. Discover delicious local ingredients including the countless varieties of native potatoes and corn and master the art of preparing specialties such as quinoa-based dishes and tender alpaca meat. The experience will immerse you in the delightful flavors of Cusco, blending ancient cooking techniques with contemporary culinary trends to celebrate the unique tastes of the Andean highlands.

• Meals Included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner

Cusco

Depart Cusco

• Meals Included:
• Breakfast