Peru

NATURE, ADVENTURE AND CULTURE!

Find the relics of the Pre-Inca and Inca civilisations. Visit natural wonders like the Colca Canyon, the giant Andes, Lake Titicaca & the all pervasive Amazon.

Not to be missed

Hiram Bingham Express
Machu Picchu
The Hiram Bingham Express tops the list of ‘best ways to reach Machu Picchu’.
Named after the American explorer who rediscovered the ruins, the Hiram Bingham Express tops the list of ‘best ways to reach Machu Picchu’. This luxurious train from Poroy to Machu Picchu, spells class every step of the way.
Savour a 3 course Peruvian brunch replete with the finest of local wines, in a fully fitted 1920 style Pullman carriage, while viewing the rolling scenery of the Urumbamba or ‘sacred river’ valley. Step on to the observation car to get a better glimpse, or take a break at Cusco and catch its colourful stalls, stone walkways and charming boutiques with Peruvian artefacts.
A pre-arranged bus awaits to transport you to view the impressive ruins of Machu Picchu and Huayna Picchu. The return journey en train includes more Andean gourmet fare, traditional Pisco sours, live Peruvian music, a fashion show and the famous royal treatment.

Must Dos

Walk down the historic Jirón de la Union street in Lima.
Explore the Larco Herrera museum to see the world’s largest collection of pre-Columbian pottery & artefacts.
Unwind with ceviche and Pisco at the über hip Miraflores area.
Take a boat ride to Ballestas Islands, called the ‘Galapagos’ of Peru.
Take an excursion from Lima to see the ruins at Pachacamac.
Lima’s many mercados (markets) for exotic fruit, seafood, clothes, spices and health food (it comes from here) are a must.
Spend some time in Cusco to see the magnificent Sacsayhuaman fortress, the colourful town of Pisac, the baths at Tambo Machay, the Qenqo underground complex and the living Inca settlement of Ollantaytambo.
Enroll in an Alpaca Tour to meet the South American cameloid whose fibre is prized for its silkiness and durability.
Make a trip to Machu Picchu, one of the ‘New Seven Wonders of the World’ for sunrise or sunset.
Selfie with a Llama, but remember it spits.
Don’t miss Inca Cola, the local favourite.

It’s not just historic but Cusco is also the base for extreme adventure. Go white water rafting on the Urubamba river. Take a Quad bike tour to lesser known ruins and secluded Andean passes and villages. Or head to Pisac Gorge for rappelling, rock climbing and canyoning.

Head North to see the world's longest left-handed wave at Chicama and the world's largest left-handed point-break at Mancora. These two spots are literally the Mecca for international surfers and are slowly attracting tourists as well. Whether you get on a board or not, it’s worth going for the action and the seafood.

It’s not a re-enactment, but a rite followed for aeons with fervour and faith. Join the Big Andes people for their annual religious procession up the holy mountain of Qoylloriti (Shining Snow), where each village vies for the blessings of the Lord of Qoylloriti sending up delegations of dancers and “pabluchas”!

One of the deepest canyons in the world, Colca refers to small holes made in its cliffs to store food and act as tombs. Start off from the town of Arequipa to Cruz del Condor to see the birds soar the thermal currents. The trails usually include llama spotting, thermal spring soaking and Peruvian beer chugging.

See the rare, adapted creatures of Peru at the eco lodges in the Puerto Maldonado area. The more remote ones like the Tambopata Research Centre offer sightings of Titi Monkeys, Decoy Spiders, Tapirs and Harpy Eagles. The Refugio Amazonas has a specially designed rainforest trail for kids.

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