Journey to Peru

Private Guide & Driver

On arrival, make your way through customs and baggage claim, you will then exit to the arrivals hall where you will meet your private guide and driver who will bring you to your hotel.

• Duration: Around 1 hour

Check in

Check in to your accommodation upon arrival at the hotel.

Lima Restaurant Recommendations

No visit to Lima is complete without delving into the food scene. Here are some of our favorite restaurants:

El Chinito | Sánguches are an important part of Peruvian culture. Chinese immigrant Félix Yong opened this traditional sangucheria in 1960. The signature sandwich is the chicharrón: a French baguette filled with fried pork that’s both crunchy and juicy, topped with sweet potato, yellow-pepper sauce, salsa criolla and pickled purple onions.

Your Stay: Belmond Miraflores Park

Why we love it for you: Step into this urban oasis and feel a sense of serenity descend. Here, Lima’s contemporary spirit and vibrant social scene is paired with the pinnacle of Limeño luxury. Ascend to the rooftop for spectacular views of the Pacific ocean to frame your morning coffee. Or dine divinely at Tragaluz, their celebrated restaurant where culinary theater is a way of life. Between curated experiences to uncover the capital’s beauty and indulgent treatments using organic Peruvian Amazon ingredients at our Zest Spa, Miraflores Park is the ultimate base to unlock Lima.

Belmond Miraflores Park

• 2 x Ocean View Club Junior Suites (1x King + 1x Twin)
• Breakfast included

Explore the colorful streets and vibrant art scene of Barranco, the neighborhood you’re staying in, from the iconic Bridge of Sighs to the eclectic galleries and cafes along Bajada de los Baños. You’ll visit Dédalo, a magnificent place in Peru, source of a multiplicity of sensory experiences. More than 29 years ago, they materialized the idea of a concept store in which the art gallery converses with a wide range of craft proposals and Peruvian contemporary design.

• Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes

Lunch at La Mar

Enjoy a delectable lunch at La Mar in Lima, savoring exquisite Peruvian cuisine with a delightful coastal ambiance.

Graffiti Tour

After lunch, you’ll get insight into the art scene of Barranco during a graffiti tour with a local artist!

• Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes

Belmond Miraflores Park

• 2 x Ocean View Club Junior Suites (1x King + 1x Twin)
• Breakfast included

 Lima Biking Tour

This tour suits those who want to discover cultural places while taking some time to appreciate the experience. During 3 hours, you will combine historical monuments and local life. First, we will visit the Huaca Pucllana in Miraflores, an adobe and clay pyramid. This former ceremonial and administrative center has some stories to tell you. This special place will definitely surprise you. Then, passing by some very adorable parks and urban areas, you will enjoy the boardwalk of Miraflores and the surrounding area.

• Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
• Distance: 3km

 Lunch

At around 1 pm, you’ll stop for lunch at a recommended local restaurant (paid locally).
After lunch, you’ll be transferred back to your hotel. Spend the rest of the afternoon at leisure.

Belmond Miraflores Park

• 2 x Ocean View Club Junior Suites (1x King + 1x Twin)
• Breakfast included

 Private Transfer

After breakfast and check-out, you will be met for a private transfer to Lima Airport for your morning flight to Cusco.

• Duration: 1 hour

Private Transfer

Meet your driver in the arrivals area of Cusco airport, after clearing customs. Upon meeting your driver, you will head to the ruins of Sacsayhuaman for a tour, before continuing the journey to your hotel.

• Duration: 30 minutes

The Ruins of Sacsayhuaman

Your first stop is the religious and stunning archeological remains of Sacsayhuaman – where the Incas staged a great battle against the conquistadors. It is believed that construction began here during the government of Inca Pachacutec in the 15th century. Supposedly, more than 20,000 men extracted the stones from the nearby quarries and moved it over 12 miles to the hill of the city of Cusco. How exactly did the Incas build Sacsayhuaman with stones of such an immense weight and size at the time? Many questions remain a mystery. Therein lies the beauty of this archaeological site and the Incan people.

• Duration: 30 minutes

Hacienda Huayoccari

Enjoy an exclusive lunch experience at Hacienda Huayoccari. This Hacienda is a family business and it offers a unique gastronomic experience where you can learn firsthand about the local and natural ingredients of the area. The Hacienda will delight your senses with a Farm to Table lunch while you enjoy the beautiful surroundings.

 A Shamanic Experience

Meet with a local shaman in the Sacred Valley for truly spiritual experience, awakening the mind, body, and soul as the denizens of these mountains have for centuries.

You will witness and participate in one of the most meaningful experiences in the Andes, a Payment to the Earth. The basis of the Inca worldview was Pachamama, the Earth Mother. She was the source of life. Without her, there would be hunger and death which is why the Pachamama or goddess of fertility was worshiped. The payments to the earth consisted of thanking the gods of nature for fertility and asking for their blessing for the coming year’s crops.

• Duration: 1 hour

Check in

Check in to your accommodation.

Mayu Spa, Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba Hotel

Mayu Spa, situated in the serene landscape of the Sacred Valley at Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba, offers a rustic chic ambiance inspired by traditional Andean architecture, featuring natural therapies in a tranquil, immersive environment.

Highlights include a hot plunge pool, a dry sauna, and a unique healing garden where guests can harvest medicinal herbs for use in their treatments​

Restaurant Recommendations

For dinners during your stay at Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba, we recommend dining at your hotel.

• • The Dining Room at Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba features a menu crafted by chefs who highlight local ingredients sourced from the property’s own organic farm, including red and black quinoa, Urubamba corn, purple corn, and a diverse selection of potatoes. The restaurant and its terraces provide stunning views of the Sacred Valley and the majestic surrounding mountains.

If you wish to head further afield one evening, we suggest the following:

• • Hawa Restaurant at Tambo del Inka Hotel, where organic, homegrown ingredients are featured in each and every dish.
  • Killa Wasi at Sol y Luna Hotel, which features contemporary interpretations of Sacred Valley’s rustic culinary traditions. This option is a little more fancy.

Both restaurants are a 20 minute drive from your hotel. Should you wish to visit either restaurant, please book a taxi from the hotel front desk.

These are recommendations only.

Your Stay: Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba

Why we love it for you: Immersed in the countryside in a gorgeous area, Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba spans approximately 100 acres surrounded by imposing green mountains. All rooms in the Casa Hacienda and stand-alone luxury casitas feature breathtaking views of the valley, immersing guests in open space, serenity and relaxing solitude. Architecture and interiors are inspired on the area’s cultural history, with colonial furniture, authentic Inca masks and handcrafted woodwork that add to the hacienda’s local charm.

Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba

• 1 x Urubamba Superior Deluxe Twin + 1 x Urubamba Junior Suite Double
• Breakfast included

This route takes you through breathtaking landscapes, offering unparalleled views of the valley’s majestic mountains and lush terrain. Perfect for all skill levels, this journey promises a blend of adventure and tranquility in one of Peru’s most stunning regions.

• Drive time: 1 hour

Potato Cropping

Journey the 30 minutes to your next experience – potato cropping. You’ll enjoy a visit to a local house as a special guest in the Sacred Valley and learn about the customs and the tradition of cultivating potatoes, one of the most important ingredients in the Peruvian cuisine. Atlas Indeed has special access to these houses making this quite the unique experience!

Our potato cropping experience offers a genuine glimpse into the daily lives of rural communities. It’s an authentic portrayal of domestic life and agricultural practices, showcasing how people in the countryside live and work. This experience is not about luxury or escape; instead, it provides an insightful and honest view into traditional farming methods and the realities faced by those in rural areas. It’s a unique opportunity to connect with the land and the people who cultivate it in a meaningful way.

• Duration: 1 hour

Maras Salt Flats

After your potato cropping experience, you’ll enjoy a tour of Maras, a pre-Incan site that has continuously produced salt for centuries, and Moray ruins. The terraces are divided into over 3,000 salt pools still harvested to this day by local families. You’ll enjoy a two-hour tour of Maras Salt Flats & Moray ruins.

• Duration: 2 hours

Moray Ruins

Moray in Peru features a mesmerizing system of ancient agricultural terraces, resembling giant concentric rings, which served as an experimental agricultural laboratory for the Incas. These terraces showcase their advanced agricultural knowledge and unique engineering.

Picnic Lunch

Set in the Sacred Valley, enjoy a luxury picnic lunch with views of the Andes.

Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba

• 1 x Urubamba Superior Deluxe Twin + 1 x Urubamba Junior Suite Double
• Breakfast included

A Sacred Valley Hike

Step onto an ancient Inca trail that whispers stories of the past, leading you from the vibrant village of Chinchero down to the serene valley of Urquillos. This is not the usual path—it is a journey reserved for those who seek true connection, where nature embraces you in its solitude, far from the crowds.
As you descend, the Andean landscapes unfold before you, revealing breathtaking views of the Sacred Valley. The crisp mountain air carries the scent of eucalyptus, and the silence is broken only by the distant song of birds and the soft rustling of the wind. Along the way, the hidden gem of Poc Poc waterfall awaits—a stunning cascade of crystal-clear waters, an oasis of pure tranquility in the heart of the mountains.

This hike is more than just a trail—it is an experience of reflection, a passage through time and nature where every step deepens your connection with the land and yourself. For those who seek beauty beyond the ordinary, the path from Chinchero to Urquillos is a journey that stays with you long after the last step is taken.

You’ll enjoy a packed lunch as part of your tour (included).

• Duration: 6 hours, including lunch and transfer time
• Distance: 3.5 km

Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba

• 1 x Urubamba Superior Deluxe Twin + 1 x Urubamba Junior Suite Double
• Breakfast included

Overnight Bag

This morning, please prepare an overnight bag to bring with you on the train to Machu Picchu. Before you disembark the train for your hike, you’ll leave this bag with the team on the train. They will ensure it is taken to the Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel, where it will be ready for you upon your arrival this afternoon.

Your main suitcases should be left with your driver in the Sacred Valley. Your driver will transport them to your hotel in Cusco, where they will be awaiting your return.

Everything will be coordinated with your guides on the ground in the Sacred Valley and at Machu Picchu.

Hiking Backpack – Packing List

Please also pack a separate hiking backpack that you will take with you on your hike tomorrow within Machu Picchu. We recommend wearing / packing the following:

• Comfortable waterproof walking/hiking boots with good ankle support
• Lightweight trousers
• T-shirt
• Long-sleeved shirt
• Fleece jacket
• Hat or cap to protect from the sun
• Sunglasses
• Sunblock
• Insect repellent
• Blister plasters (just in case!)

Private Transfer

Travel with your host on to the Ollantaytambo train station in the Sacred Valley where you will board your train to Machu Picchu.

• Duration: 30 minutes

Vistadome Train to Machu Picchu

Experience an awe-inspiring ride along the towering Andes and the Quechua-speaking villages of the Sacred Valley as you head toward Machu Picchu.

Km 104 Hike

Disembark the train at kilometer 104 and hike the last portion of the Inca Trail with your personal guide and porter, passing the marvelous ruins of Wiñay Wayna on your way the Sun Gate. The hike to Wiñay Wayna will take approximately 3.5 hours.

You will break at noon for about an hour to enjoy a boxed lunch.

After your lunch, you will have a mostly flat walk to the Sun Gate, from which you have your first view of Machu Picchu! The last 45 minutes down from the Sun Gate provide many opportunities to take more photos of Machu Picchu from this unique vantage point. You’ll then spend about an hour taking in the first views of Machu Picchu!

The overall hike is approx. 6-7 hours with moderate elevation gains. There is no better way to arrive in this ancient city in the clouds than to hike the path of the Incas!

Lunch is included during your hike.

• Duration: Around 7 hours, including time for stops and lunch

Machu Picchu

This awe-inspiring archaeological wonder, believed to have been constructed in the 15th century, boasts breathtaking panoramic views, enigmatic stone structures, and terraced gardens harmoniously integrated into the natural landscape. As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Machu Picchu continues to mystify and captivate visitors with its rich historical significance, architectural brilliance, and spiritual allure, offering a window into the enigmatic world of the Inca civilization.

Bus to Aguas Calientes

After your brief introduction to Machu Picchu, you will take the bus down to Aguas Calientes and your guide will help you check into your hotel, give you some final information, and then leave you to relax at your beautiful property and prepare for the whole visit of Machu Picchu the next day.

The bus down into Aguas Calientes is about 30 minutes. You can expect to return to the hotel this afternoon at around 5 pm.

Check in

Check into your accommodation.

Unu Spa

Unu Spa (water in Quechua) is Inkaterra’s unique SPA concept, combining the classic nurturing of a Spa with a mystical traditionally Andean approach. All products are 100% natural, obtained from local botanical extracts, providing a pleasing spiritual, sensual and soothing experience.

This is a recommendation only.

Dinner

Dinner this evening is included at your hotel.

Your Stay: Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel

Why we love it for you: Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel of 5 stars is an intimate Andean village with terraced hills, waterfalls, stone pathways and 83 whitewashed adobe casitas tucked away in the cloud forest. The property has 12 acres of exquisite natural beauty, where 214 bird species – such as the golden-headed quetzal and the iconic Andean cock-of-the-rock – and the world’s largest native orchid collection (372 species) have been registered. With its extensive private reserve, stunning riverside setting, spacious rustic-chic guest rooms and excellent in-house guides, this is one of the best hotels in the area of Aguas Calientes.

Inkaterra Machu Picchu Hotel

• 2 x Deluxe Junior Suites (1 x King + 1 x Twin)
• Breakfast and dinner are included

Check out

Check out of your accommodation and leave your luggage with reception.

Huayna Picchu Hike

In the morning, your guide will escort you by bus to the ruins of Machu Picchu where you will embark on the Huayna Picchu hike. Huayna Picchu, or Wayna Picchu, is the striking mountain that dominates the view in front of the Machu Picchu citadel in Peru, serving as the iconic backdrop for this ancient Inca site. As you hike up Huayna Picchu, prepare for a challenging ascent with its steep and narrow stairs, famously dubbed the “stairs of death.” Along the way, you’ll encounter terraces, temples, and vibrant orchids, all while enjoying breathtaking panoramic views. The effort is truly worthwhile as you take in the grandeur of Machu Picchu and its stunning surroundings. This tall, pointed green peak is a hallmark of any classic photograph of the Machu Picchu citadel. Its name, derived from the Quechua language, translates to “young mountain.”

This is a challenging, but truly mind-blowing way to experience Machu Picchu. Your guide will advise on the route ahead and provide assistance where needed.

• Duration: 3 hours 45 minutes

10 am – Tour of Machu Picchu Citadel

After your hike, experience a tour of the UNESCO site. Embedded within a dramatic landscape at the meeting point between the Peruvian Andes and the Amazon Basin, the historic citadel of Machu Picchu is among the greatest artistic, architectural, and land use achievements in the world and the most significant tangible legacy of the Inca civilization.

• Tour duration: 3 hours

 Lunch at Belmond Sanctuary Lodge

Indulge in a culinary journey at Belmond Sanctuary Lodge, enjoying the enticing a la carte lunch options. Savor traditional Peruvian flavors amidst the stunning natural surroundings of the lodge, offering a truly immersive dining experience. From ceviche to lomo saltado, each dish promises to delight the senses and capture the essence of Peru’s rich gastronomic heritage.

Tea Time at Sanctuary Lodge

Enjoy juices, champagne, cocktails, canapes and sandwiches at Tea Time at Sanctuary Lodge.

If you prefer to use the time to explore more of Aguas Calientes, your guide can accompany you down to the town on the bus.

Included in your stay.

At 4:30 pm, take the 30 minute bus ride back down to Aguas Calientes to meet your driver, who will take you to the train station for your onward travel to Cusco.

The hotel team will bring your overnight bags to the train station – your guide will coordinate this.

5:50 pm – Belmond Hiram Bingham Train to Cusco

Board your luxury train back to the Sacred Valley. Your guide will accompany you and provide you with your tickets. Upon arrival in Cusco, you will be transferred to your hotel for check-in.

Be swept away by old-world charm as Hiram Bingham journeys through the Peruvian highlands. Gleaming wood-paneled interiors and brass finishes evoke classic 1920’s parlor cars, while vibrant colors and nature-inspired motifs reveal a distinctly Peruvian soul. Savor classic local flavors and gourmet cuisine as the train meanders through the breathtaking Sacred Valley. Celebrate the South American spirit with a lively dance as musicians play in the Bar Car. Marvel at the fertile lands and soaring mountains between Cusco and Machu Picchu. Bring the lost art of the pioneer to life with a thrilling rail adventure through the heart of the Inca Empire on Hiram Bingham.

The train schedule has been updated due to the rainy season, and no trains are permitted to travel to the final stop (Poroy). The journey terminates at Rio Sagrado, a private station for Belmond guests only, where you will be met by your driver for private transfer to your hotel.

• Inclusions: Dinner is served onboard

Private Transfer

Meet your driver at Rio Sagrado station, for a transfer to your hotel in Cusco.

• Duration : 1 hour 50 minutes

Check in

Check in to your accommodation.

Cusco

Cusco, the heart of the Peruvian Andes, is a city that breathes history and mystique with every cobblestone street. Its ancient Inca and Spanish colonial legacies converge, as evidenced by awe-inspiring ruins like Sacsayhuaman and the exquisite architecture of its historic center. At an elevation of 3,400 meters, the city’s high-altitude air is charged with a sense of adventure and spiritual wonder. Cusco is also a gateway to Machu Picchu, the awe-inspiring Inca citadel that draws visitors from around the world, making it a timeless and captivating destination in its own right.

Restaurant Recommendations

Cusco is one of the best places to try Peruvian cuisine. Here are some of our top restaurant recommendations.

• Cicciolina: One of the city’s top restaurants, Cicciolina offers Italian-style dishes with a Peruvian flair, such as quinoa-encrusted prawns and osso buco with pumpkin ravioli topped by local cheese and a touch of Andean mint.
• Limo: Limo offers Peruvian fusion par excellence that uses typical ingredients in daring new ways. It’s particularly known for fish, including many types of sushi, as well as a variety of entrées that feature tuna, shrimp, octopus, crab, and salmon.
• Pacha Papa:: Located near Plaza San Blas, enjoy a delicious Peruvian lunch in a charming open-air patio. Try the skewers of tender alpaca meat with local spices or the tangy pork stew.
• Chicha: Dine on delicious Peruvian cuisine in an upscale contemporary setting at this restaurant operated by famed Peruvian chef, Gastón Acurio.
• Mercado San Pedro San Pedro Market is the most important market in Cusco. This is the perfect place to discover the local cuisine, interesting fruits, vegetables and ingredients of the local Peruvian Andean diet.

This is a recommendation only.

Your Stay: Belmond Palacio Nazarenas

Why we love it for you: The romance of Palacio Nazarenas comes alive in the impeccable details – it was a former nunnery replete with floral accents and Cusquenian hand-crafted flair. All of their oxygen-enriched historic suites harmonize with every modern comfort, with access to the only outdoor heated pool in the city. Stroll past Inca stone walls, colonial frescoes and elegant cloisters, discovering culinary alchemy and a chic, convivial atmosphere flowing through the air. The suites at Belmond Palacio Nazarenas are oxygenated to help with high altitude acclamation.

Belmond Palacio Nazarenas

• Junior Suites 
• Breakfast included

Please wear comfortable shoes today – for Cusco’s cobblestone streets!

 Historical Tour of Cusco

Explore the rich history of Cusco town on a captivating tour that takes you through its colonial-era architecture, including the stunning Cusco Cathedral and the intricately carved wooden balconies of the historic center, offering a glimpse into the Spanish influence on this once Inca capital. As you wander its narrow cobblestone streets and bustling plazas, you’ll also uncover traces of the city’s Inca heritage, seamlessly woven into its charming urban fabric.

• Duration: 2 hours 45 minutes

Local Cooking Demonstration

After your tour, you’ll head to Central Market where you’ll try some local Peruvian produce. After exploring the market, you’ll transfer to Palacio Manco Capac Hotel, where you will begin your cooking demonstration.

Peruvian gastronomy is one of the most renowned and best-ranked cuisines in the world. At Ananay in Cusco, you’ll experience this in an exceptional venue with one of the best views of Cusco from the Palacio Manco Capac Hotel. Lunch will be served on the terrace of the Lomellini’s House, including water and 1 glass of Intipalka Peruvian wine (red or white)

• Duration: 3 hours 15 minutes

At around 2pm, you’ll be brought back to your hotel for the rest of the day at leisure. Here are some of our recommendations for Cusco:

Cusco at Leisure

Aqueducts of Sapantiana
Tucked away in the heart of Cusco, the Aqueducts of Sapantiana are a hidden architectural gem blending colonial ingenuity with natural beauty. Built in the 17th century by the Jesuits, this stunning stone structure channels water through graceful arches, creating a peaceful and picturesque setting. Once an essential part of the city’s water distribution, today it serves as a quiet retreat where visitors can admire its historical charm and connect with Cusco’s rich past.”

San Blas Neighborhood
Perched above the historic center of Cusco, San Blas is a bohemian treasure filled with art, history, and breathtaking views. Known as the ‘Balcony of Cusco,’ this charming neighborhood is a maze of narrow cobblestone streets, colonial houses, and vibrant artisan workshops. Home to some of the city’s most talented craftsmen, San Blas invites visitors to explore its picturesque plazas, discover unique handmade treasures, and soak in the creative energy that makes this district so special. Whether admiring the iconic San Blas Church or simply enjoying the laid-back atmosphere, this neighborhood is an unmissable stop for those seeking Cusco’s artistic soul

Inka Museum
The Inka Museum offers a captivating journey into the rich cultural heritage of the Inca Empire. Housed in a beautiful colonial building, this museum showcases an impressive collection of artifacts, textiles, pottery, and tools, offering a deeper understanding of Inca society, their advanced technologies, and spiritual practices. Visitors are transported through time as they explore ancient relics that tell the story of the Inca civilization, making it an essential stop for anyone seeking to connect with Peru’s fascinating history.

Belmond Palacio Nazarenas

• Junior Suites (1 x King + 1 x Twin)
• Breakfast included

 Airport Transfer

Meet your driver for a private transfer to the Cusco Airport for your onward flight.

• Duration: 15 minutes

Luggage

It is important that you bring only necessary clothing and equipment to the lodge in your carry-on luggage. Due to weight and space limitations on the boat, passenger luggage is limited to 10 kg (22 lbs) per person. Additional luggage can be kept in the hotel’s storage at Puerto Maldonado. Luggage not needed during your rainforest stay can be stored at the hotel’s storage in Puerto Maldonado.

Shared Boat Transfer

Arrival at Puerto Maldonado Airport, where your host will have a sign with the hotel’s name on it. You’ll be transferred to the pier to take a 45-minute motorized wooden boat along the Madre de Dios River that splices through the rainforest, to the Inkaterra Amazonica Reserve.

Check in

Check in to your accommodation.

Welcome

You host from Inkaterra Amazonica will discuss your activity options for the next few days for your stay in the Amazon and assist you with check-in.

You will enjoy your activities with a private guide.

Tambopata National Reserve, The Peruvian Amazon

Towering trees, dense vegetation, winding rivers, and hidden oxbow lakes create a vibrant ecosystem that supports an astonishing variety of wildlife, including jaguars, macaws, sloths, and colorful butterflies. Home to indigenous communities that have inhabited these lands for generations, the Peruvian rainforest remains a treasure trove of natural wonders and cultural heritage, offering an unforgettable adventure for those seeking to immerse themselves in the untamed beauty and primal allure of this ecological wonderland.

Settling In

After a short briefing, settle into your palm-thatched cabaña. After lunch, retreat to your rustic-luxury cabin for a nap or a swing in your hammock before choosing from the wide range of a-la-carte guided excursions with your expert Inkaterra Explorer Guide, who can assist in determining the best activities tailored to your family.

We recommend walking along the Trail System for an immersive introduction into the intricate biodiversity of the Amazon basin and the layers of the rainforest. Walk along towering trees, like the Shihuahuaco, as your ears tune in to the croaks, rustles and calls of the exotic wildlife inhabiting this rich ecosystem. There are excellent opportunities for birding and observing an abundance of flora. Keep your camera ready just in case sloths or monkeys appear on the treetops.

This is a recommendation only. You’ll confirm and co-ordinate your experiences with your hotel directly. Please note, activities are subject to change due to weather conditions and other factors.

Afternoon – Twilight River

In the late afternoon, we highly recommend taking the gentle Twilight River excursion to witness the jungle transform from a diurnal to a nocturnal world: where daytime animals and birds give way to species specially adapted to the darkness of the night. You may also be able to spot the likes of nightjars, owls, capybaras and caimans lurking on the riverbanks.

This is a recommendation only. You’ll confirm and co-ordinate your experiences with your hotel directly.

Dinner & Pisco Sours

Amazonian-inspired dinner is served in the main dining room from 7 pm – 10 pm where you are invited to enjoy a complimentary Pisco Sour cocktail.

Your Stay: Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica

Why we love it for you: Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica is an enchanting eco-luxury lodge nestled in the heart of the Peruvian Amazon rainforest. With beautifully appointed cabanas blending seamlessly with the surrounding rainforest, Inkaterra Amazonica provides a serene retreat where visitors can witness incredible wildlife, vibrant flora, and the rhythmic symphony of the jungle, all while supporting conservation efforts and responsible tourism practices.

Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica

• Superior Rio King or  Superior Twin
• Full board included

The sunlight squeezes through the dense trees as jungle inhabitants awake
from their slumber. Optionally join them in the early hours, with buffet breakfast served from 5 am.

Morning – Lake Sandoval

The sunlight squeezes through the dense trees as jungle inhabitants awake from their slumber. Optionally join them in the early hours, with buffet breakfast served from 05:30am.

Visit Lake Sandoval this morning, a glassy, ox-bow lake located inside the protected Tambopata National Reserve, reached via a sun-dappled rainforest trail. Board a dug-out wooden canoe to quietly paddle through a stream and glide onto Lake Sandoval, flanked by picture-perfect palms. This serene lake is home to many species of birds, the endangered giant river otter, red howler monkeys, red-bellied macaws, anacondas, side-neck turtles, black caimans amongst others.

This is a recommendation only. You’ll confirm and coordinate your experiences with your hotel directly.

Lunch

Return to Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica in time for lunch.

Afternoon – Canopy Walkway

We recommend climbing the exhilarating Inkaterra Canopy Walkway. The Canopy Walkway is a sophisticated and safe network, distributed over seven ecologically constructed hanging suspension bridges, strung between eight treetop observation platforms above the forest floor. This is an unforgettable opportunity to observe the rainforest from the rooftop and gain a sense of its size. Ascend the first vertiginous tower 38 metres (124 feet) above ground, keeping an eye out for bright toucans, woodpeckers, trogons, monkeys and the three-toed sloth.

After descending, enjoy a 30-minute Anaconda Walk that follows a
200-meter (656 feet) raised wooden platform over a flooded aguajales swamp. In this lush ecosystem you may observe various species of amphibians, birds, mammals, abundant flora and interesting trees.

This is a recommendation only. You’ll confirm and coordinate your experiences with your hotel directly.

Back at the lodge, you can opt to enjoy a daily nature presentation in the Eco Centre.

This is a recommendation only. You’ll confirm and coordinate your experiences with your hotel directly.

Dinner

Dinner is served from 7 pm.

Enjoy the Spa

Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica’s Spa, ENA, is a relaxing haven nestled on the banks of the Madre de Dios River. A luxuriant treatment menu offers classic nurturing with exotic Amazonian ingredients for a unique Spa experience. All therapies use 100% natural Spa products, which are derived from local botanical extracts.

This is a recommendation only.

Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica

•  Superior Rio King or Superior Twin
• Full board included

With a staggering roster of wildlife found in and around Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica – 540 bird species have been inventoried in the grounds of the lodge – enjoy your last morning in this natural wonderland as parakeets chatter away in the trees and agouti mammals scurry between the cabañas.

Enjoy a final private excursion this morning, before your boat transfer to the airport. You’ll choose your activity directly with the lodge.

Check out

Check out of your accommodation at 10am.

Shared Boat Transfer

Enjoy a boat transfer to Puerto Maldonado Airport.

 Airport Assistance

Upon arrival in Lima, meet your guide in the arrivals area of the airport after clearing customs. Your guide will be holding a sign with your name on it and will escort you to your airport hotel for check-in.

• Meeting time: Upon arrival
• Meeting point: Arrivals hall

Check in

Check in to your accommodation.

Your Stay: Wyndham Costa Sol Lima Airport

Why we love it for you: Located at the airport, Wyndham Hotel offers a convenient nights rest before your early morning flight to the Amazon. Unwind from the long flight in your room, relax in the spa, or take advantage of the 24-hour fitness facilities—featuring an indoor pool, hot tub, sauna and steam room.

Wyndham Costa Sol Lima Airport

• 1 x Suite King & 1 x Suite Twin
• Breakfast included

 VIP Airport Assistance

After check-out, meet your VIP airport assistant in the hotel lobby for transit to the airport. Enjoy access to the VIP lounge.