Peru Vacation – Private Adventure
7 Days / 6 Nights
Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Cusco
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Explore the ruins of the ancient Inca civilization to get a firsthand glimpse of their art, celebrations and traditions. Accompanied by your Private Adventure Guide, see the glorious Machu Picchu, and be surrounded by natural beauty throughout a vibrant, festive Private Adventure to Peru.
TRIP HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE:
- Traditional Weaving Demonstration
Watch master weavers show their art through the centuries-old customs they preserve.
- Llama Experience
Visit the Awana Kamcha Camelids Center for an up close experience with llamas, alpacas, and the rare vicuña.
- Privately Guided Machu Picchu Tour
Explore the ruins of the Incan Empire that offer panoramic views of the Andes Mountains.
- Moray and Maras
Follow the ancient Incan path into these fascinating ruins and venture into the Sacred Valley as you tour the fascinating salt pan terraces.
- Pisac Market
Shop for local crafts, jewelry, alpaca sweaters and more at this bustling market bursting with colors and activity.
Private Adventure Daily Itinerary
Day One
Arrive at the Cusco International Airport
Upon exiting customs, you will be met by an Adventures by Disney representative who will escort you to your transportation vehicle. Relax as the driver assists with your luggage and drives you to your first Peruvian experience.
Catered Private Lunch at The Center for Traditional Textiles of Cusco
Travel to The Center for Traditional Textiles in Chinchero, where you’ll enjoy a delicious spread of traditional Peruvian dishes in the great outdoors.
Weaving Demonstration at The Center for Traditional Textiles of Cusco
Explore this women’s co-op, started to preserve the tradition of weaving. In a private demonstration, master weavers practice their intricate art as well as spin and dye alpaca wool. Fine textiles woven in the distinct patterns of different villages are available for purchase at the center's friendly shop.
Check-In at Tambo del Inka, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Valle Sagrado
This peaceful hotel is nestled in the Sacred Valley under the breathtakingly beautiful Andean mountains. Considered the heartland of the Incan Empire, the Sacred Valley is fertile farmland formed by the Urubamba River and spotted with old colonial villages and ancient Incan ruins. Relax in your comfortable room or enjoy some time on your own in the hotel's pool or fully equipped spa.
Private Incan Ceremony & Welcome Dinner
In the evening, gather together to observe a time-honored ritual, in which an offering is made to Pachamama, the Goddess of the Earth. Then, continue to celebrate the beginning of your adventure with a traditional Andean feast.
Meals Included: Lunch and Dinner
Day Two
Breakfast at the Hotel
Gear up for your river rafting escapade with a satisfying morning meal.
Raft Trip Down the Urubamba River
Enjoy the view and hold onto your hat as you raft down the Urubamba River (Class I – Class III rapids). The experienced guides explain the fascinating cultural and natural history as you glide along this scenic route. Junior Adventures under 7 years of age—or those who are in the mood for something mellower—can participate in an engaging Seminario-style pottery class during this time.
Pachamanca Lunch at El Albergue Restaurant
Savor a Pachamanca farm lunch made from fresh ingredients cooked in a traditional “earth oven,” while taking in the magnificent scenery of Ollantaytambo.
Privately Guided Tour of Ollantaytambo Town & Ruins
Tour the ruins of the former royal estate, citadel and temple of the Incan Emperor Pachacuti—who conquered the region, razed the original town and built a new one using magnificent masonry, extensive terracing and irrigation systems. Discover the culture and vitality that has existed in the town of Ollantaytambo from the Incas through the Spanish conquest until the present.
On Your Own Dinner in Sacred Valley
Return to your hotel for leisure time and dinner as you wish. Be sure to ask your Private Adventure Guide for tried-and-true dining options in the area.
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch
Day Three
Breakfast at the Hotel
Delight in a hearty breakfast before you depart your Sacred Valley oasis for Moray, an ancient Incan archaeological site.
Privately Guided Tour of the Moray Ruins & Salt Pans of Maras
Visit the visually stunning ruins of Moray and learn about its unique circular terraces and the history of agriculture in the region. Then, explore fascinating salt pan terraces where local families have been mining salt for over 500 years.
PeruRail Vistadome Train to Aguas Calientes
Sit back as you enjoy gorgeous panoramic views and a tasty boxed lunch en route to Aguas Calientes via train.
Check into Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel
Welcome to a luxe hideaway retreat nestled in the lush tropical forests beneath Machu Picchu. This 12-acre property boasts more than 200 bird species and the world’s largest native orchid collection. After your Private Adventure Guide checks you in, make yourself at home in your cozy casita.
Dinner at the Hotel
Admire views of the Vilcamayo River as you dine on fresh and flavorful Peruvian cuisine with an Inkaterra twist at one of the hotel’s exceptional on-site restaurants. You may want to retire to your casita on the earlier side, as you’ll be up before dawn for your Machu Picchu adventure.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day Four
Early Breakfast at the Hotel
Greet the day by grabbing a morning meal at the hotel before setting off for your unforgettable journey to Machu Picchu.
Sunrise Viewing and Privately Guided Tour of Machu Picchu
Watch the sun gradually emerge and cloak Machu Picchu and its surrounding beauty with light. Then, spend the rest of the morning exploring the fascinating Incan ruins with your Private Adventure Guide. You may even see llamas peacefully grazing among the terraces. Keep in mind that this amazing hike is at a high altitude and requires climbing and descending steep, uneven stairs.
Lunch at Sanctuary Lodge
Join your Private Adventure Guide for a lunch at this eco-friendly property, the only hotel located next to the ancient Incan site. The Sanctuary Lodge is known for its stunning views and innovative dishes.
Return to Machu Picchu or Enjoy Activities at the Hotel
Be sure to discuss your afternoon game plan with your Vacationista prior to departure. In addition to hiking the iconic Huayna Picchu mountain, you can take advantage of your hotel’s activity offerings at no extra charge. Options include touring the orchid trail and gardens, taking a guided nature walk and visiting the on-site plantation and tea house, where you can participate in an aromatic tea-making process. The hotel’s Unu Spa also offers a variety of reinvigorating treatments for those craving a little pampering (additional charges will apply).
Sundown Experience in the Cloud Forest
Recap your family’s wonderful Machu Picchu adventure surrounded by the serenity of nature. The hotel’s lantern-lit setup includes snacks and Pisco Chilcanos, as well as blankets and floor pillows.
Dinner at the Hotel Before resting your weary head from a fun-filled day of hiking, dine once again on delicious dishes at one of the hotel’s exquisite, on-site eateries.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day Five
Breakfast at the Hotel
Wake up to a delightful breakfast before boarding the train to Cusco.
PeruRail Vistadome Train to Ollantaytambo
Set forth on another comfortable journey through breathtaking landscapes on your way back to Ollantaytambo.
Lunch at Wayra Ranch with Peruvian Paso Horse Show
Feast on authentic Andean fare at Hotel Sol y Luna’s Wayra Ranch. Then, head to the garden area to take in the Paso Horse Show, which showcases Arabic, Berber and Andalusian horses. Witness the elegance of their lilting and gentle gait to the rhythm of the Marinera, a Peruvian dance emblematic of Spanish Criollo traditions.
Pisac Market
Enjoy a stop at the lively Pisac Market—an ideal spot to shop for local crafts, silver jewelry and alpaca sweaters. Practice your bartering skills or simply enjoy browsing through the colorful stalls.
Privately Guided Tour of the Awana Kancha Camelids Center
Along the way, you’ll get up close and personal with llamas, alpacas and even the rare and precious vicuña with a visit to Awana Kancha. Here, you’ll see how the soft wool from these South American “camels” is used to make beautiful woven textiles during a privately guided tour.
Check in to Palacio del Inka Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Cusco
Built in the cradle of the Incan Empire, this hotel was once a palatial, 16th-century estate and the summer home of the Spanish conquistador Francisco Pizarro, who conquered the Inca people and eventually all of Peru. It's surrounded by extraordinary historical sites that you’ll soon encounter.
On Your Own Dinner in Cusco
Head into town, where you can choose from a wide variety of restaurants offering traditional as well as international cuisine. Ask your Private Adventure Guide for dining recommendations.
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch
Day Six
Breakfast at the Hotel
Kick-start your day with a tasty breakfast at your hotel’s quaint restaurant with inside and outside seating.
Privately Guided Walking Tour of Cusco
Mosey through this charming town with your Private Adventure Guide and visit popular landmarks, including Plaza Mayor, El Museo Casa Concha, Cusco Cathedral and the Sacsayhuaman Ruins.
On Your Own Lunch
Scope out the perfect neighborhood spot for a fantastic Peruvian meal before departing for San Blas, the artisan district of Cusco.
Andean Music Experience and Flute Making
Peru has long been known for its unique instruments—especially for its variety of flutes. During this interactive session at a private studio, learn more about the history behind flute types like the quena (reed flute) and zampoña (pan flute), and even try your hand at playing them. Afterwards, discover the intricacies involved with crafting these melodic works of art.
Farewell Walking Culinary Experience
Get an authentic sampling of Peruvian cuisine when you embark on a walking tour of Cusco’s food scene—a festive way to wrap up this vacation of a lifetime.
Meals Included: Breakfast and Dinner
Day Seven
Breakfast at the Hotel
Enjoy breakfast at your leisure before your journey home.
Private Transfer to Cusco International Airport (CUZ)
Board pre-arranged private vehicle to Cusco International Airport (CUZ) and say adiós to Peru—until you return again!
Meals Included: Breakfast
Trip Overview Details:
FLIGHT INFORMATION- Arrive: Cusco International Airport (CUZ)
- Return: Cusco International Airport (CUZ)
ACCOMMODATIONS
Tambo del Inka, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Valle Sagrado
Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel
Palacio del Inka Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Cusco
15 MEALS
6 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches, 4 Dinners
AGES
Minimum Age: 6
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