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Peru: Andean and Incan Adventure
A Peru hiking trip along the epic Salkantay Trek
14 days
$9,000 per person
At a confluence of time and place, ancient and modern, ocean and Andes, Peru embodies some of the best South American travel for the wild at heart.
At a confluence of time and place, ancient and modern, ocean and Andes, Peru embodies some of the best South American travel for the wild at heart.
Your adventure begins
Rich culture and elegant cities frame Incan ruins, Amazon adventure, and Andes hiking
Why visit Peru?
Home to Machu Picchu, a landmark inscribed as one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, Peru needs no introduction. A visit to the mountaintop citadel is arresting, but it’s the journey into the Peruvian heartland—and back in time—that grips travelers with a history that’s hot to the touch. Stone ruins, spirituality, astrology, ritual, and cryptic symbols decipher a fascinating story of the Incan people and their ingenious technologies.
In cities like Lima, Cusco, and Arequipa, the influence of Spanish colonization is worn on colonial facades and plazas. But Peru’s appeal is not written exclusively in the past tense. The capital is a hotbed of globally recognized restaurants; ecotourism and adventure travel are firmly entrenched in the Amazon and Sacred Valley; and a host of experiential lodgings, from treehouses to cliffside pods, eschew the ordinary.
Peru, your way
You’d be hard-pressed to find a Peru itinerary that doesn’t include Lima, Cusco, and Machu Picchu—but don’t mistake an Extraordinary Journey along this iconic route for a whistlestop tour.
If you’ll allow us, we’ll introduce you to the country’s lesser-known yet equally compelling corners. Meaningful, crowd-free experiences await in the Amazon, Arequipa, Colca Canyon, Northern Peru, and along the shores of Lake Titicaca.
Whether you prefer to absorb the scenery from a glamorous luxury train or earn your first glimpse of Machu Picchu on the Inca Trail, we will design a tailor-made journey that balances Peru’s celebrated highlights with immersive, off-the-beaten-path discovery.
Why visit Peru?
Home to Machu Picchu, a landmark inscribed as one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, Peru needs no introduction. A visit to the mountaintop citadel is arresting, but it’s the journey into the Peruvian heartland—and back in time—that grips travelers with a history that’s hot to the touch. Stone ruins, spirituality, astrology, ritual, and cryptic symbols decipher a fascinating story of the Incan people and their ingenious technologies.
In cities like Lima, Cusco, and Arequipa, the influence of Spanish colonization is worn on colonial facades and plazas. But Peru’s appeal is not written exclusively in the past tense. The capital is a hotbed of globally recognized restaurants; ecotourism and adventure travel are firmly entrenched in the Amazon and Sacred Valley; and a host of experiential lodgings, from treehouses to cliffside pods, eschew the ordinary.
Peru, your way
You’d be hard-pressed to find a Peru itinerary that doesn’t include Lima, Cusco, and Machu Picchu—but don’t mistake an Extraordinary Journey along this iconic route for a whistlestop tour.
If you’ll allow us, we’ll introduce you to the country’s lesser-known yet equally compelling corners. Meaningful, crowd-free experiences await in the Amazon, Arequipa, Colca Canyon, Northern Peru, and along the shores of Lake Titicaca.
Whether you prefer to absorb the scenery from a glamorous luxury train or earn your first glimpse of Machu Picchu on the Inca Trail, we will design a tailor-made journey that balances Peru’s celebrated highlights with immersive, off-the-beaten-path discovery.
This was another truly wonderful vacation! Busy yet flexible, enchanting, exhilarating and eye opening. We loved the easy planning and the comfortable accommodations. You really understood us.
Carole Bigot, 2025 Traveler
Is Peru the right destination for you?
Peru is right for you if you want a high-impact journey that blends iconic history with living culture and wildly varied landscapes. Trips can move from Lima’s world-class food scene to Cusco and the Sacred Valley’s Incan legacy, then on to Machu Picchu before swapping Andean peaks for Amazonian wildlife. It’s a perfect fit for travelers who like their luxury with a sense of adventure.
When is the best time to travel to Peru?
The dry season, which runs from May to October, is considered the best time to visit Peru. Weather patterns can be complicated and vary widely by region, but as a rule, there are two main seasons: wet and dry. The dry season, which is characterized by sunny days and chilly nights, coincides with the peak season, which runs from May through October. Note: you can still experience the occasional showers during dry season.
During the wet season, which runs from November to April, days are hot and humid, and there’s a high chance of heavy rainfall. Nights are chilly during wet season. The wettest months are January, February, and March, when multi-day treks to Machu Picchu are discouraged. In fact, most of the trails are closed for maintenance in February.
The Amazon is hot and humid and experiences showers all year round—giving it a rainy season and a “rainier” season. January and February bring higher water levels and slightly higher temperatures (reaching the mid-90s), but it’s still a great time to visit because the wildlife is very active.
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Where to travel in Peru
With 15 nature reserves, 12 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and 14 national parks encompassing everything from one of the deepest canyons on the planet to the highest navigable lake in the world, there’s more Peru than can be squeezed into a single trip
Machu Picchu
Machu Picchu is a must-see for most travelers on a luxury trip to Peru. Built almost 8,000 feet above sea level back in the 15th century, this obscured city’s existence almost defies belief. Adding to its wonder is its isolation. Cradled by mountains and bisected by the Urubamba River, Aguas Calientes—Machu Picchu’s touristic stopover—is reached exclusively by train. From here, a winding road carves up the mountains to reach Machu Picchu. Of course, if you’re up for a multi-night trek, you can arrive on foot via the Inca Trail or Salkantay.
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