Surf in Lima
Challenge yourself to a private surfing lesson off the coasts of Miraflores and Barranco.
From zip-lining and biking to surfing and off-the-beaten-track trekking, this unique Peruvian journey offers an insight into the nation’s adventuresome spirit.
Challenge yourself to a private surfing lesson off the coasts of Miraflores and Barranco.
Explore the Sacred Valley, perhaps travelling over it on a series of zip lines.
Dance and dine between Machu Picchu and Cusco on Belmond’s iconic Orient Express.
Sleep in perspex pods that hang from the mountainside in the Sacred Valley.
This action-packed journey through Peru encompasses the highlights of Lima, the Sacred Valley, Cusco and Machu Picchu, but explores them in a much more adventurous way. Packed full of unique experiences, not least sleeping in a hanging mountain pod and riding Belmond’s iconic luxury Machu Picchu train, this itinerary showcases the best of the colourful country while leaving plenty or room for personalisation.
Days 1-2
Lima
Day 3
Lima - Cusco - Sacred Valley
Days 4-6
Sacred Valley
Day 7
Sacred Valley - Machu Picchu
Day 8
Machu Picchu - Cusco
Days 9-11
Cusco
Days 1-2
Lima
Have a private surfing lesson off the coast of Miraflores and Barranco.
Day 3
Lima - Cusco - Sacred Valley
Days 4-6
Sacred Valley
Sleep in perspex pods that hang from the mountainside in the Sacred Valley.
Day 7
Sacred Valley - Machu Picchu
Day 8
Machu Picchu - Cusco
Dance and dine between Machu Picchu and Cusco on Belmond’s iconic luxury train.
Days 9-11
Cusco
Spend time in the Inca capital of Cusco, a lively colonial city set around a main plaza.
Visit the isolated weaving villages, local markets and Inca ruins of the Sacred Valley, trying your hand at Peruvian cooking or making a ceramic cup using local techniques and designs. Take a trip to a local children’s school, jump on an Andean horse, raft the mighty Urubamba River or test your balance on a stand-up paddle board. Jump on a mountain bike for a ride through Andean villages to see traditional farming methods still in use against the backdrop of glaciated mountains, and make visits to salt terraces.
Climb 400 metres up a rock face in the Sacred Valley using a series of pathways and ladders to reach the Skylodge, a transparent capsule that hangs on the side of the rock face. Settle in to watch the sunset, eat a tasty meal cooked by your guide and tuck up for an incredible night under the stars high up in the Sacred Valley. The next day, witness the sunrise from a unique perspective that few visitors see before descending back to the valley floor on an exhilarating series of zip wires.
Visit the magnificent citadel of Machu Picchu perched high above the cloud forest, touring the UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its intricate Inca stonework. Indisputably a wonder of the world it is an almost unfathomable achievement of human culture and architecture and the very definition of ‘must see’. Serious climbers can reach the top of Huayna Picchu, the steep mountain overlooking Machu Picchu.
Travel on Belmond’s iconic Hiram Bingham train, named after the American explorer who made public the existence of Machu Picchu. Walk through the beautiful 1920s Pullman carriages that are furnished in polished wood and brass, and sit down for one of the world’s most unique and scenic dinners in the luxurious dining car.
Spend time in the Inca capital of Cusco, a lively colonial city set around a main plaza to learn about the mysterious legends of the empire. Head to a hilltop artists’ studio to peruse delicately painted ceramics, photograph the friendly alpacas, and take a traditional cooking class inside the Pre-Columbian Art Museum of Cusco. Blend your own infusion of mango, coca leaf or hot pepper Pisco Sour, then sit back and listen to live music for the rest of the evening.
Consider flying out to the remote and remarkable Galapagos Islands, the pristine archipelago that can be explored during eye-opening sailing voyages or through carefully planned island-hopping trips. For up close and personal encounters with fearless sea lions, penguins, tortoises, sharks, blue-footed boobies and marine iguanas (to name very few), these islands are unmissable and combine beautifully with an adventure in Peru.
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January begins the rainy season in the Andes and the Amazon as they reach the summer months. Along the coast, this can be one of the best times to visit, although it is a hotspot for locals.
As the rains continue, February can be a good time to avoid crowds. While Machu Picchu remains open, trekking in this area is a challenge as the Inca Trail closes for the month. Heavy rains in the Amazon increase water levels on the river, making wildlife viewing slightly more challenging however it does allow you to adventure into areas otherwise not reachable by boat in other months of the year.
March can be a good time to visit Peru. As the rainy season draws to the end, the coast will still be experiencing summer weather while inland you can expect rains. This can be one of the least crowded months for Machu Picchu and the local tourism on the beaches has subsided as children go back to school.
April is considered one of the best times to travel to Peru with pleasant temperatures and avoiding the busiest period. As there is still some rain, the landscape is vibrant.
As the dry season begins and winter sets in, temperatures are comfortable and the countryside is green with life from the rainy season.
June marks the start of the peak season in Peru. Skies are clear, making for picturesque sightseeing. As this is officially the start of winter, cooler temperatures are expected especially in the evenings.
July begins the peak travel season as international holidays open. With warm, sunny days and cooler evenings, this is also the peak time for trekking the mountainous landscapes of the Andes.
August continues the peak season throughout the country. With cooler evening temperatures, brings a morning fog in the Sacred Valley, which clears to blue skies by the afternoon. Expect dry, sunny weather in the Amazon during this time.
As spring draws in during the month of September, expect cloudy mornings which clear to blue skies in the afternoon. Showers become more likely as this is considered the shoulder season before the green season begins.
Temperatures begin to increase in October as summer approaches. As the dry season comes to an end, the chance of precipitation increases along with clouds.
Temperatures rise in November with rain increasing from the middle of the month. As a shoulder season, this can be a good time to travel to avoid crowding in Machu Picchu.
Weather in December sees increased temperatures as summer begins, along with the start to the rainy season. Rising water levels in the Amazon makes wildlife viewing slightly more challenging along the shores.
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