Experience the mystical beauty, harmony and sacred rituals of the Incas on a wellness-inspired cultural journey to Peru. Experiences include guided hiking in Machu Pichu, a shamen-led payment to the earth ceremony in the Sacred Valley, an afternoon farmstead visit, kayaking Huaypo Lagoon, a restorative spa treatment, traditional medicine talks with local experts, and a visit to an A&K Philanthropy-supported school.
Journey Highlights
Arrive in Lima, where pre-Columbian temples, elegant colonial façades and modern high-rises come together to form a unique, inspiring ambience. Transfer to your oceanside hotel. The next day, rise for a morning yoga session in a tranquil park. Next, look forward to a Chef’s Table experience: join a local chef for a guided walk through the market to gather locally grown ingredients, then head to a local restaurant for an interactive lesson in preparing authentic Peruvian dishes. Later, explore Peru’s capital, visiting the Plaza Mayor, home to the city’s beautiful 16th-century cathedral. Wander the convent’s courtyard, taking in its many altars and mosaic-covered chapel. Back at your hotel, enjoy a private lecture on the proposed healing powers of ayahuasca, a medicinal and spiritual plant used by indigenous tribes throughout the Amazon basin. Tonight, gather for a welcome dinner.
Belmond Miraflores Park | Meals: BLD (Day 2)
Today, begin your journey to the Sacred Valley, where you
spend the next three days immersed in the mystical Inca splendours and
traditions that define this high-Andean region. In the morning, fly to the Inca
capital of Cusco, gateway to Machu Picchu, and enjoy lunch in the central
square. Travel to the Sacred Valley, stopping en route to visit Awana Kancha,
where South American camelids (such as llamas and alpacas) are bred, and where
you learn about the fibres created from their coats. Continue to your intimate,
hacienda-style hotel nestled in the Sacred Valley, and settle into your own
luxury casita, boasting private, tranquil surrounds and breathtaking views.
Hotel Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba | Meals: BLD
Today, travel higher into the Andes to kayak the remote
lagoon of Huaypo, a secluded gem set 12,464 feet above sea level. Paddle its
pristine waters at your own pace, taking in the stunning mountain-scape. Andean
cultures have long revered Mother Earth goddess Pachamama for sustaining life
on our planet. This afternoon, participate in one of Peru’s oldest and most
sacred rituals when you join a local shaman in a traditional “payment to the
earth” ceremony, extending an offering to Pachamama, to give thanks and honour
new beginnings. Reflect on the experience during a scenic picnic lunch
overlooking the lagoon. Then, enjoy a visit to a remote, richly cultured and
seemingly timeless mountain community where you delve into a guided talk on
medicinal plants and demonstrations in ancient traditions. Return to your hotel
for an evening at leisure, where you may choose to cap off the evening with
your included, replenishing spa treatment.
Hotel Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba | Meals: BL
Begin today with a meaningful visit to the Kuychi Centre,
meeting the underprivileged children at Niños del Arco Iris (Children of the
Rainbow), a project supported by A&K Philanthropy. Explore the charming
colonial village of Pisac, once the imperial gateway to the Sacred Valley.
Discover an archaeological site with a vast array of artefacts and structures.
Next, privately visit a farmstead to immerse yourself in local life. Join the
owners for a tour of the fields, a farm-to-table lunch and a parade by the
farmstead’s paso fino horses. Back at your hotel, watch the sunset give way to
a starlit sky (weather permitting). This sets the stage for a captivating talk
on the importance of astronomy to the Incas, who believed the moon and the sun
were deities, and that every constellation has a purpose. Enjoy the rest of the
evening at leisure.
Hotel Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba | Meals: BL
Spectacularly positioned on a narrow ridge above Rio Urubamba, the mystical Inca citadel of Machu Picchu with its temples and ritual structures held great spiritual significance for the Incas. Journey to its heart today, beginning with a private lecture by a renowned Machu Picchu scholar. Then, board the PeruRail Sacred Valley train, travelling deeper into the Andes and toward the ceremonial epicentre that is Machu Picchu. Arrive at the only hotel adjacent to the citadel, a respite wrapped in gardens and offering magnificent views. Experience the mysterious site for the first time with a guided afternoon visit.
Belmond Sanctuary Lodge |Meals: BLD
It is only upon walking amid crumbling ruins that still boast exceptional stonework and ornamental features that Machu Picchu’s significance becomes clear. Take this moving experience to the next level when you wander the ancient citadel in the early morning light, before the crowds arrive. You may also opt to hike the towering peak of Huayna Picchu for a breathtaking view. After lunch at a local restaurant, board the Vistadome train to Ollantaytambo Station. Continue overland to Cusco and check in to your tranquil hideaway just off the city’s main square.
Belmond Palacio Nazarenas | Meals: BL
After an optional private morning yoga session, Design Your Day with a range of inspiring options. Browse the picturesque San Blas neighbourhood, a haven for local artisans; enjoy a lecture on the divine coca plant and coca-leaf oracle readings, followed by a private session with a local shaman; or enjoy a restorative spa treatment at your hotel. After lunch, tour Cusco’s Cathedral on the Plaza de Armas and Santo Domingo Temple. Later, explore the well-preserved Sacsayhuaman, another testimony to the Incas and their ability to skilfully blend massive structures with the natural landscape. Tonight, gather for a cocktail reception and farewell dinner at the elegant MAP Café.
Belmond Palacio Nazarenas | Meals: BD
After a morning at leisure, fly to Lima. The next day, board your international flight home.
Wyndham Costa del Sol Lima Airport | Meals: B
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Nov 4, 2019 - Nov 13, 2019 |
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Price AU$11,605pp | Single Supplement AU$3,815 | Internal Air (From) Included | Availability Available | Enquire Now |
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Price AU$11,605pp | Single Supplement AU$3,815 | Internal Air (From) Included | Availability Available | Enquire Now |
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