Peruvian Gastro Tour, Private Tour

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Peruvian Gastro Tour, Private Tour

6 Days Starting in Cusco and ending in Cusco, Peru

Visiting: Cusco, Independencia

Tour operator:

Lima Tours

Tour code:

78514

Group Type:

Private

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

VERY_EASY

Age range:

9-99

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians, Vegans, Meat

Tour operated in:

English , French , Spanish

Trip Styles:

Luxury

Interests:

Cultural, Foodie and Wine Tours, History, Photography, Wildlife Tours

From: $1460 $1314 (USD) Operator discount: -$146

NB: Prices correct on 22-Feb-2025 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Peru is quite a spectacular destination as you will discover during this fascinating six-day tour exploring the country. Visit the Imperial City, discover the exquisite cuisine at various culinary museums, and tour the beautiful historic centre of the city with its quaint squares and old residences. Have the most surprising adventure discovering Machu Picchu, the mesmerising lost city located on top of an Andean peak. Join this tour and have a memorable Peruvian experience!

Highlights

Cusco: Discover the former Inca capital, where the ruins of the former civilisation and the Spanish colonial legacy provide impressive attractions such as the Baroque Cathedral, the Sacsayhuaman, as well as Puka Pukara archaeological sites
Machu Picchu: The lost city of the Incas is hidden on top of an Andean peak, offering spectacular views of the mountains and a glimpse into the fascinating Inca past

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Arrival Cusco

Location: Cusco

Accommodation Name: Tierra Viva or similar 3, Jose Antonio Deluxe or similar 4, Pullman Lima Miraflores or similar 5*

Upon your arrival at Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport in Cusco, our transportation service and a representative will escort you to your selected hotel. Domestic flight from Lima to Cusco must arrive no later than 10:30 hrs. Noon arrivals are too late. The rest of the afternoon is free; alternatively, you can book one of our optional tours. In the evening enjoy a three-course dinner at Pachapapa, a restaurant renowned for its authentic Andean cuisine and its distinctive Cusco-style picantería atmosphere The rest of the afternoon is free for you to explore this vibrant city.Half-Day South Valley Tour: Tipón, Pikillaqta, and Andahuaylillas (private basis):A unique tour that includes visits to the most important attractions between Cusco and Puno. Being the first to explore breathtaking archeological sites Tipón and its impressive rural colonial mansion where the Incas constructed an impressive irrigation system in harmony with nature that is still perceived by the surrounding population. In Pikillacta, the best-preserved pre-Inca cities we´ll follow the remains of the Wari culture, the ancestor of the Incas, and in the beautiful Church of Andahuaylillas, also called "The Sistine Chapel of America” we´ll see the Wari´s marvelous original pipe organ. Take the most advantage of our tour and enjoy a day away from the hustle and bustle of the city.Notes: Private service. Start time: 13:00 hours. Duration 4.5 hours. Includes Pick-up and Drop-off, Bilingual guide (Spanish and English), Admission to Andahuaylillas and BTC (Cusco tourist ticket).Cusco City tour and nearby Archaeological sites (private basis):Catch a glimpse of the charming city of Cusco during our Cusco city tour and visit this old capital of the Inca Empire and its nearby archeological sites. With our guide you start with a visit to Santo Domingo Convent, a large Renaissance-baroque complex and one of the most important temples dedicated to worshipping of the sun, then, visit the Cathedral, the most imposing monument of the Main Square. Head to the hills above Cusco to visit the remains of the fortress of Sacsayhuaman, whose imposing ramparts offer a stunning panoramic view of Cusco, and the ruins of the temple and amphitheater of Qenqo, where it is believed the Incas practiced agricultural rituals. Admire Qenqo and then, to wrap up our tour, visit Puka Pukara (‘Red fortress’ in Quechua) an Inca military complex located on a prominent hill. Afterward, return to your hotel.Notes: Private service. Start time: 13:00 hours. Duration 5 hours. Includes Pick-up and Drop-off, Bilingual guide (Spanish and English), Admission to Coricancha, Cusco Cathedral, and BTC (Cusco tourist ticket).Overnight in Cusco.

Day 2 : Cusco

Accommodation Name: Tierra Viva or similar 3, Jose Antonio Deluxe or similar 4, Pullman Lima Miraflores or similar 5*

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Join a gastronomic tour that includes a visit to the Chocomuseo, the Coffee Museum, and the Pisco Museum; two ideal places in which to learn about the production process of each of these staples, from raw ingredient to end product. To make things even more enticing, in each one of them you will get to enjoy a taste! At the end of the tour, return to your hotel.Overnight in Cusco.

Day 3 : Cusco Maras – Moray – Sacred Valley (75 Km - 2 Hrs)

Location: Independencia

Accommodation Name: Tierra Viva Cusco or similar 3, Hilton Garden Inn or similar 4, Aranwa Cusco Boutique or similar 5*

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Start your journey towards Maras, an impressive Inca salt exploitation complex. These are large salt deposits, still in operation, from which salt was extracted and exchanged for products from other parts of the Empire. Next, visit Moray to contemplate the mysterious circular concentric platforms that were found here. Some scholars believe the place used to be an agricultural research centre: the external platforms would have been at higher temperatures than the internal ones, simulating the conditions of the different ecological floors of the Andes. After this visit, you’ll be transferred to UNU Tiobamba restaurant. It’s an excellent place to experience the rich gastronomy and culture of Chinchero in an environment that combines comfort, authenticity, and natural beauty with the stunning landscapes around it. When finished return to your hotel in the valley. Overnight in Sacred Valley.

Day 4 : Sacred Valley

Accommodation Name: Tierra Viva Cusco or similar 3, Hilton Garden Inn or similar 4, Aranwa Cusco Boutique or similar 5*

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast travel to the Pisac market, which features a wide range of stores that exhibit and sell products made by the residents, including textiles, carvings, and replicas of ancient Inca artifacts. After exploring the market, visit Ollantaytambo Park. The town of Ollantaytambo is a great example of the Inca's urban planning, which is still evident today. Pachacutec (1438-1471) conquered and destroyed the town, only to rebuild it as part of his empire. Today, the archaeological complex is considered one of the most important sites of the Inca Empire. For lunch, you'll have the opportunity to enjoy a delicious pachamanca, a traditional Inca dish cooked in hot rocks underground, with its name meaning "earth oven" in Quechua. Begin this experience by participating in preparing the pachamanca and learning about its rich history and culture. The menu includes chicken, pork, and lamb, a side with Andean potatoes, sweet potatoes, organic vegetables, homemade salad, traditional sauces, and purple corn drink (chicha morada). This activity lasts for 2 hours.Overnight in Sacred Valley.

Day 5 : Sacred Valley – Machu Picchu – Cusco (115Km – 4 Hrs)

Accommodation Name: AVA Spots or similar 3, Casa Andina Premium Sacred Valley or similar 4, Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba or similar 5*

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

After breakfast at the hotel, your trip to Machu Picchu starts with a transfer to Ollanta train station, where you board a train towards the town of Aguas Calientes on a journey lasting around an hour and a half. Aguas Calientes has a handicrafts market, restaurants, and accommodations of different categories for those who prefer to spend the night next to the mountain and then visit it early the next morning. After a short transfer, arrive at Machu Picchu, a masterpiece of engineering and architecture that served as a sanctuary and resting place for Inca Pachacuti. Machu Picchu means ‘Old Mountain’, and was named a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. It is also one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. At the end of the tour, return by bus to Aguas Calientes, where you will enjoy a delicious lunch at Café Inkaterra while taking in the breathtaking view of the Vilcanota River. The restaurant is known for its unique blend of Andean cuisine and contemporary trends, resulting in a fusion-style meal with a distinctive flavor. Return to Ollanta station by train with one last transfer to your hotel in Cusco.Overnight in Cusco.

Day 6 : Depart Cusco

Accommodation Name: AVA Spots or similar 3, Casa Andina Premium Sacred Valley or similar 4, Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba or similar 5*

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

After a tasty breakfast, a transportation service will take you from your hotel to the airport.

What's Included

TOUR GUIDE:

Operated with English, Spanish, Portuguese or French speaking local guide on a private basis

ACCOMMODATION:

5 nights' accommodation

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1, 2, 5 Cusco:

Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva Cusco or similar 3*

Superior Hotel Category = Hilton Garden Inn or similar 3*

Deluxe Hotel Category = Aranwa Cusco Boutique or similar 5*

Day 3, 4 Sacred Valley:

Standard Hotel Category = AVA Spots or similar 3*

Superior Hotel Category = Sonesta Posadas del Inca Yucay or similar 4*

Deluxe Hotel Category = Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba or similar 5*

OPTIONAL EXTRA:

Pre/Post-night in Cusco:

Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva Cusco or similar 3*

Superior Hotel Category = Hilton Garden Inn or similar 4*

Deluxe Hotel Category = Aranwa Cusco Boutique or similar 5*

MEALS:

5 breakfast
3 lunches (days 3, 4, 5)
1 dinner (day 1)

TRANSPORT:

Private transfers from and to the airport
Transfers from and to the train stations
Roundtrip train to Machu Picchu in Expedition Service (PeruRail) or Voyager (IncaRail) for Standard and Superior category and Vistadome Service (Perú Rail) or 360° (Inca Rai) for Deluxe category
Bus Aguas Calientes/Machu Picchu/Aguas Calientes.

ENTRANCE FEES AND ACTIVITIES:

All the visits mentioned in the above itinerary: Chocomuseo, Museum of Pisco in Cusco; Maras and Moray in Sacred Valley & Machu Picchu, Cusco Tourist Ticket (BTC)

What's Not Included

Expenditures of a personal nature, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages during meals, meals or items not stated explicitly in the programme
Tips for driver and guide
Additional optional visits
International flights to Peru
International and domestic airport departure taxes.

Requirements

Comfortable and light clothing is recommended for visiting the coastal areas of Peru, while for the high Andean area the use of warm clothing is recommended. It is not recommended that visitors wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or short clothes when visiting religious temples or official buildings. Sunscreen, sunglasses, hat and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.

Please Note

Rates do not apply to Peruvians or residents with more than 60 days of stay. If passengers are Peruvians or exceed 60 days of stay, sale taxes (18%) will be collected by our local operator
Please note that Check-in in most hotels begins at 1:00 p.m. Clients will be subject to the availability of the room if they arrive before, waiting in the hotel lobby
If your trip includes the visit to high altitude cities such as Cusco and Puno located at more than 3400 meters (11 200 feet above sea level), do not forget to take precautions in order to avoid altitude sickness. Passengers who have heart problems or high blood pressure should check with their doctor before travelling
Domestic flight from Lima to Cusco must arrive no later than 10:30hrs. Noon arrivals are too late
Day 3: During the months of December and March (rainy season), we will include the visit to Chinchero, town of Maras and chicherías (local corn beer factory), instead of Las Salineras. Also, during these months, you have the option to replace this tour with a visit to the South Valley
We reserve the right to change itineraries and activities due to weather conditions, technical problems or security reasons.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THE NEW ENTRANCE REGULATIONS TO MACHU PICCHU

The current restrictions on visits to Machu Picchu allow a maximum stay of 4 hours in the citadel (2 hours and a half accompanied by a guide). If the visitor tours an alternate route (Mountain Machu Picchu or Huayna Picchu) the passenger will have 3 hours for this purpose, additional to the 4 hours in the citadel. If the passenger wishes to enter the citadel again during the afternoon shift or the next day, he must acquire previously an additional ticket to enter the new shift. There is no ticket sale in the archaeological zone.
To help preserve the Machu Picchu Historical Sanctuary and maintain its World Heritage status, the Ministry of Culture has designated various visitor circuits. The specific circuit and schedule will be assigned based on availability at the time your reservation is confirmed.
The following objects are forbidden: professional cameras that require lights and tripods, or with telephoto lenses with a weight higher than 2 kilos (in order to use them, special authorization is needed, as well as the payment of an additional fee), drones, selfie sticks, sprays, high heels, walking sticks without rubber tip, banners and posters, sharp objects and backpacks bigger than 40cm x 35 cm x 20 cm.

NEW PLASTIC REGULATION:

After prohibiting the access of single use plastic items to 76 natural areas including Machu Picchu, it is important to use reusable bottles.

INSTRUCTIONS

Carry the same document that you presented to the agency, given that the train tickets and entrance to Machu Picchu will be issued with the same information.
In all train services to Machu Picchu, the passenger can carry only hand luggage (backpack, bag or briefcase) weighing no more than 5kg / 11lb on the train to/from Machu Picchu. You will find your luggage at the chosen hotel. Allowed size: 62 linear inches 157cm (height + length + width)

Accommodation options

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1-2 Lima:

Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = Jose Antonio Deluxe or similar 4*
Deluxe Hotel Category = Pullman Lima Miraflores or similar 5*

Day 3-4, 7 Cusco:

Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva Cusco or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = Hilton Garden Inn or similar 3*
Deluxe Hotel Category = Aranwa Cusco Boutique or similar 5*

Day 5-6 Sacred Valley:

Standard Hotel Category = AVA Spots or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = Casa Andina Premium Sacred Valley or similar 4*
Deluxe Hotel Category = Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba or similar 5*

OPTIONAL EXTRA:

Pre-night in Lima:

Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = José Antonio Deluxe or similar 4*
Deluxe Hotel Category = Pullman Lima Miraflores or similar 5*

Post-night in Cusco:

Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva Cusco or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = Hilton Garden Inn or similar 4*
Deluxe Hotel Category = Aranwa Cusco Boutique or similar 5*

Mode of Transport

Private transfers from and to the airport, transfers from and to the train stations, roundtrip train to Machu Picchu, and bus transfers between Aguas Calientes and Machu Picchu are included.

Accommodation

Enjoy 7 nights' accommodation with options ranging from 3-star hotels like Tierra Viva to 5-star hotels like Pullman Lima Miraflores in Lima, Aranwa Cusco Boutique in Cusco, and Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba in Sacred Valley.

Accommodation options

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1, 2, 5 Cusco:

Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva Cusco or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = Hilton Garden Inn or similar 3*
Deluxe Hotel Category = Aranwa Cusco Boutique or similar 5*

Day 3, 4 Sacred Valley:

Standard Hotel Category = AVA Spots or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = Sonesta Posadas del Inca Yucay or similar 4*
Deluxe Hotel Category = Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba or similar 5*

OPTIONAL EXTRA:

Pre/Post-night in Cusco:

Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva Cusco or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = Hilton Garden Inn or similar 4*
Deluxe Hotel Category = Aranwa Cusco Boutique or similar 5*

Check out our Q&As

What languages are the tour guides available in?

The tour guides are available in English, Spanish, and French.
What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?

The tour includes 7 nights of accommodation with options in standard, superior, and deluxe hotel categories in Lima, Cusco, and the Sacred Valley.
Are meals included in the tour package?

Yes, the tour package includes 7 breakfasts, 3 lunches (on days 5, 6, and 7), and 2 dinners (on days 2 and 3).
What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?

The tour provides private transfers from and to the airport, transfers from and to the train stations, roundtrip train to Machu Picchu in different service categories depending on the hotel category, and bus transfers between Aguas Calientes and Machu Picchu.
What activities are included in the tour?

The tour includes visits to Casa Aliaga, the Cathedral, and Larco Museum in Lima; Chocomuseo, Museum of Pisco in Cusco; Maras and Moray in Sacred Valley; and Machu Picchu. It also includes a gastronomic tour in Cusco and a photography activity in Ollantaytambo.

Are there any optional activities available during the tour?

Yes, optional activities include the Magic Water Circuit with Dinner and Folk Show in Lima, and Half-Day South Valley Tour or Cusco City tour and nearby Archaeological sites in Cusco.
What should I pack for the tour?

Comfortable and light clothing is recommended for coastal areas, while warm clothing is recommended for high Andean areas. Sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, and mosquito repellent can be very useful. It is not recommended to wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts, or short clothes when visiting religious temples or official buildings.
Are there any specific requirements for visiting Machu Picchu?

Yes, the current restrictions allow a maximum stay of 4 hours in the citadel accompanied by a guide. If you tour an alternate route like Mountain Machu Picchu or Huayna Picchu, you will have 3 additional hours. Re-entry requires an additional ticket. Certain items like professional cameras, drones, selfie sticks, and large backpacks are not permitted.
What are the altitude considerations for this tour?

The tour includes visits to high altitude cities like Cusco and Puno, which are over 3400 meters above sea level. It is recommended to take precautions to avoid altitude sickness, such as resting for a few hours upon arrival, drinking coca tea, and eating lightly. Passengers with heart problems or high blood pressure should consult their doctor before traveling.
What does the price include?

What is included is stated specifically on the product Description. Gratuities are at your discretion. Prices do not include (unless stated otherwise) - gratuities to the guide, driver or tour manager.
Are Visa fees included in the price?

No, visa fees are not included
What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

You can change it by logging into your profile and click on Bookings. Please check your cancellation policy.
What documents will I receive before I travel?

Booking confirmation with Itinerary and confirmation vouchers
When are there specific hotel names confirmed?

Confirmed hotel names are informed latest 10 days prior to client's arrival
Do you offer any travel insurance?

We do not offer Travel Insurance but would strongly recommend that you purchase a comprehensive Travel Insurance Policy prior to departure.
Is there any option for solo traveller?

Yes of course. Please note that the default selection shows the price per person per double room. For solo travellers, you will have to select a single room when available.
Are flights included in the tour?

No, they are not included

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