Discover the Enchantment of Peru with Ease:
A Journey Beyond the Extraordinary
This exclusive trip is designed around the captivating Inti Raymi Festival, ensuring an experience that is as rich in culture as it is in comfort and luxury. Beyond the festival, every aspect of your journey—from the weaving workshops to the sacred ruins and the luxurious train ride through the Andes—has been chosen to offer a unique perspective on Peru, its people, and its heritage.
Exclusive Experiences Crafted for You!
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Inti Raymi Festival - The Heart of the Incan Empire
Be part of the majestic Inti Raymi, the Festival of the Sun, a reenactment of the ancient Inca ceremony in honor of the sun god Inti. This vibrant festival can only be witnessed once a year and sells out. It fills the streets of Cusco with color, music, and dancing, offering a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to witness the living culture of the Inca descendants. Your participation in this festival will not just be as an observer but as a guest of honor, with access to areas that provide the best views and experiences of the ceremony.
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Luxury Train Ride Through the Andes
Journey through the majestic Andes Mountains on a luxury train, an experience that combines comfort with unparalleled scenic beauty. This exclusive ride offers panoramic views of the Andean landscapes, from lush valleys to snow-capped peaks, all from the comfort of your plush seat. You will enjoy a three course gourmet meal, pisco sour demonstrations, impeccable service and entertainment as you traverse through the heart of the Andes, making your way between Cusco and Lake Titicaca.
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Cultural Immersion at Its Finest
- Weaving Workshop in the Sacred Valley: Engage hands-on in the ancient art of Andean weaving with local artisans.
- Pachamanca Lunch: Savor a traditional Pachamanca, where food is cooked under the earth with hot stones, an authentic taste of Peruvian culinary heritage.
- Morada de los Dioses & Cusco Cathedral: Explore the rich spiritual history of Peru with visits to its most sacred temples and churches.
- Qoricancha Inca Temple: Stand where the Inca worshipped the sun, at the historic site of Qoricancha in the heart of Cusco.
- The South Valley & Lake Titicaca's Uros and Taquile Islands: Discover the beauty and traditions of the South Valley before venturing to Lake Titicaca to visit the unique floating islands and their communities.
Your Journey Begins in Lima and Takes You Through:
- Cusco - The historic capital of the Incan Empire.
- Sacred Valley - Home to ancient ruins, traditional markets, and awe-inspiring landscapes.
- Machu Picchu - The iconic Incan citadel lost to the world until its rediscovery in 1911.
- Puno & Lake Titicaca - Explore the highest navigable lake in the world and its unique floating islands.
Embark on an unparalleled 11-day luxury expedition through the heart of Peru, curated for those who seek not just to see but to immerse themselves in the rich tapestry of culture, history, and breathtaking landscapes that this vibrant country has to offer.
From the historical streets of Lima to the mystical heights of Machu Picchu, each day is meticulously planned to unveil the wonders of Peru, making them accessible in a way that’s both comfortable and deeply engaging.
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Investment
Deposit: $300 pp, then monthly payments OR one payment of $3,645 pp (based on double occupancy)
What's included in this trip
What's not included:
What's included in this trip
- Accommodations at 4 and 5 star hotels
- Daily Breakfast
- All ground transfers - via car and train
- Half Day Lima City Tour
- Lunch with owners at Hacienda in Sacred Valley
- Weaving workshop
- Entry into The Salt Pans of Maras
- Pachamanca Lunch
- Entry into Machu Picchu with Guide
- Entry to Inti Raymi Festival in Cusco
- Half Day Cusco City Tour - including Morada de Los Dioses, Cathedral, Qoricancha Inca Temple and other archeological sites.
- English speaking tour guide
- Entrance fees for all sightseeing
- Airport to hotel and vice versa transfers
- Taxes and service charges
- Travel Pack with Ace Travels recommendations on places to see, things to do and where to eat during your free time
- Assistance from Ace Travels with airfare bookings
What's not included:
- International/Domestic Airfare
- Personal expenses
- Early Check in / Checkout at the hotels.
- Meals other than specified/beverages not mentioned in tour program description
- Any Optional Tours
- Tips & Personal expenses
- Travel Insurance
- Visa /Passport handling fees
Single Supplement: an additional $790.00 per person
Highlights of this Trip
- Embark on a captivating journey through Peru's rich history with exclusive entries to iconic landmarks such as Machu Picchu, the Salt Pans of Maras, and the awe-inspiring Inti Raymi Festival in Cusco.
- Indulge in a truly unique experience as you share a meal with the owners at a picturesque Hacienda in the Sacred Valley, savoring the flavors of Peru amidst stunning landscapes.
- Discover the heart of Lima and Cusco with expert-guided city tours, exploring Morada de Los Dioses, the Cathedral, Qoricancha Inca Temple, and other archaeological gems that unravel the tales of ancient civilizations.
- Immerse yourself in the local culture with a hands-on weaving workshop, gaining insights into traditional Peruvian craftsmanship and creating your own piece of art to cherish.
- Traverse the breathtaking landscapes of the Andes aboard luxurious trains, providing panoramic views that unfold like a living tapestry, ensuring your journey is as memorable as the destinations.
- Witness the magic of the man-made floating islets on Lake Titicaca, home to the indigenous Uros people. Delve into their unique way of life, experiencing the fascinating construction of the islands using totora roots and reeds.
Tour Dates
June 19 - June 29, 2025
Day By Day Itinerary
Day 1 - June 19
ARRIVE IN LIMA
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Private transfer Lima's airport to your hotel with guide. Day and evening at your leisure. Overnight: Lima |
Day 2- June 20
HALF DAY LIMA CITY TOUR
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We will begin the visit of the city with an exploration of Colonial Lima.
First, we will stop off at the Main Square, to explore it on foot and admire the exteriors of the Government Palace, the Cathedral, and the City Hall, all examples of Lima's still-present colonial architectural opulence. We will visit the Cathedral; as walking through its numerous chapels, we'll discover various architectural styles and learn about the religious history of Peru. We will continue with the visit to San Francisco Convent built in the 17th century, and its “Catacombs” ancient underground cemetery of Lima. Then, we will visit Casa Aliaga, a colonial mansion that currently holds the distinction of being the oldest continuously inhabited private residence in the Southern Hemisphere. Finally, we will begin a journey through the streets of modern Lima as head toward the most traditional of the residential zones of the capital: San Isidro, the heart of the city's financial district; and Miraflores, a perfect spot to enjoy wonderful views of the Pacific Ocean. Afternoon is at your leisure. Overnight: Lima Meals : Breakfast |
Day 3 - June 21
LIMA/CUSCO/SACRED VALLEY
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Breakfast at the hotel
Private transfer from Hotel to Lima´s airport with your guide. The group will reconvene at the Cusco airport, from where we will continue the trip toward the Sacred Valley. In the Sacred Valley we will reach Pisac, a beautiful place where Incan and Colonial influences have reached a perfect balance and created the unique way of life of the local inhabitants. After that, on the banks of the Urubamba River, in the Sacred Valley, is the Sarapampa hacienda, a farm which for three generations has been dedicated to the production of Cusco’s giant white corn—a unique variety that has become an unexpected hit with Trader Joe’s. At this historic hacienda, we will be welcomed by members of the Sumar family, the owners of the property. They will open the doors of their great house,and under their guidance we will immerse ourselves in the rural life of a typical hacienda—a tradition that has been disappearing in recent years—and learn more about the cultivating of Cusco’s giant white corn. This variety is only grown in the local area, as a product of ancestral rural traditions and ancient agricultural expertise. We will enjoy a culinary experience that draws upon traditional local cuisine and the rich farming heritage of the Sacred Valley. But this is not a restaurant. The gathering around the table—and the visit in general—feels more like a family event, like visiting the home of relatives in Cusco. Overnight: Sacred Valley Meals : Breakfast /Lunch |
Day 4 - June 22
HALF DAY SACRED VALLEY/WEAVING WORKSHOP/PACHAMANCA LUNCH
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This morning, we will head toward the Sacred Valley; about 17 miles away from Cusco, we will find Chinchero village, famous for the extraordinary beauty and quality of its textiles, and for its Sunday fair, where local people dress in traditional colorful outfits and travel down from their villages to trade their goods. We will walk along its traditional alleyways, next to our guide, and visit the weavers’ workshop of Nilda Callañaupa, who in 1996 decided to bring together like-minded women who shared her passion for weaving, and in time was able to motivate younger women who had lost interest in weaving to learn from their elders and connect once more with this ancestral art. This visit will be greatly enriched with the explanation of the protagonist of this story, Nilda Callañaupa. Then, we will head towards the Salt Pans of Maras., the sight of this still-operating salt mine, in use since Incan times. The journey will continue until we reach the archaeological site of Moray. Used as an agricultural testing ground, the site's system of circular terraces descends 490 feet (150 m) from where we will stand, serving as a perfect testament to the level of advancement achieved by the Incas, who excelled at building masterful constructions in harmony with nature. We will finish the day with a delicious Pachamanca at Casa Iskay Overnight: Sacred Valley Meals : Breakfast/Lunch |
Day 5 - June 23
SACRED VALLEY/MACHU PICCHU/CUSCO
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Breakfast at the hotel
Visit Ollantaytambo Fortress. We will visit one of the last remaining Incan towns, Ollantaytambo, which was once fiercely guarded by a massive fortress. We will discover the large archaeological complex of what used to serve as a wayside inn for royal delegations on long journeys. Surviving structures here include multiple walls and towers that were used to protect the citadel from possible invasions. Board Vistadome Train from Ollantaytambo to Machu Picchu We will pick you up from your hotel at the scheduled time and go to train Station. The comfortable train ride from there to the station at Aguas Calientes is packed full of spectacular vistas. On our arrival, we will take a bus that will drop us at the admission fee to the citadel of Machu Picchu itself. Unearthed for modernity by Hiram Bingham more than a century ago, Machu Picchu is considered one of the seven wonders of the world. Its architectural beauty, spectacular natural setting, and the energy that radiates from its enigmatic buildings will take your breath away. We will follow in the footsteps of the ancient Incas as we take a tour of the magical citadel led by one of our guides. Afterwards we will enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant. Finally, we will return to Aguas Calientes train station and catch the train back to train station. Board Vistadome Train from Machu Picchu to Poroy Private transfer from Poroy rail station to hotel in Cusco Upon arrival at Poroy rail station, you will be greeted by our representative who will give you the transfer to hotel in Cusco. Overnight: Cusco Meals :Breakfast/Lunch |
Day 6 - June 24
INTI RAYMI FESTIVAL
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Full day tour Inti Raymi Festivity. Box Lunch included.
Inti Raymi, The Festival of the Sun, is the initiation of the New Year and harvest time. This winter solstice celebration takes place in three historic settings in the Inca Imperial Capital of Cusco: The Koricancha, Huacaypata (today’s Plaza de Armas) and Saqsayhuaman. We will retrace the steps of the Inca and will relive one of the most important celebrations of his Empire. In the morning, we will walk to the Korikanca, or Temple of the Sun to witness Willka Nina, or the sacred fire ceremony, when the sun rays are concentrated on a golden disc and set-alight fine vicuna fiber. This sacred fire was carried by priests to all important shrines in the Tawantinsuyo, or Inca Empire. Next, we will walk to the Plaza de Armas, for the ceremonial reading of sacred coca leaves to foresee the fate of the coming year, and when the Inca inspires his authorities for excellence in governing. We will then take our bus to Saqsayhuaman -a colossal structure of enormous stones, carved and fitted together with incredible precision- for the full regalia of the main part of the Inti Raymi festival, involving hundreds of actors, musicians and dancers representative of loyal subjects from throughout the empire. A printed guide pamphlet outlines the various stages of the festival, to include the offering of a llama sacrifice for an auspicious year, culminating with the Inca inviting everyone to unite in jubilant celebration of the sun. Overnight: Cusco Meals :Breakfast/Box Lunch |
Day 7 - June 25
CUSCO
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Half day Cusco city tour: Morada de los Dioses, Cathedral, Qoricancha Inca Temple and the nearby archaeological sites.
The Morada de los Dioses of Cusco is also known as Apukunaqtianan of Cusco and is a complex of lithic sculptures carved recently by a Cusquenian named Michel de Titan Monteagudo. It is a place with its own magic due to the enormous size of the sculptures that measure between 4 to 8 meters high approximately.This modern and wonderful attraction was dedicated to the gods of the Inca culture such as: La Pachamama, the Puma, the three-dimensional door and the Mirador. After that we will continue with the exploration to the nearby ruins: the fortress of Sacsayhuaman, a colossal structure of enormous stones, carved and fitted together with incredible precision; Qenqo, the religious center; we will enjoy a panoramic view of Puca-Pucara, the red fortress and then we will visit Tambomachay with their water fountains. Afterwards, our tour continues in the Imperial City, we will stroll through the Main Square, where we will discover the Cathedral and admire its exquisite vestibules and priceless paintings from the Cusco School of the 17th and 18th centuries. We will continue with a visit to one of the most impressive buildings of Incan Cusco: the Qoricancha (the Golden Temple) - a temple dedicated to the worship of the Sun God, whose interior walls were said to have been covered in gold. Afternoon at your leisure. Overnight: Cusco Meals :Breakfast |
Day 8 - June 26
SOUTH VALLEY
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In the morning, we will set out on a day trip to see some of the sights of Cusco's southern region. After fourteen miles, we will take the turnoff toward Tipon, an amazing archaeological complex of elevated platforms and terraces, where spring waters still flow through the site's impressive system of fountains and aqueducts. Continuing the trip, we will make our way across stunning Andean landscapes filled with quaint, remote villages until we reach the pre-Incan citadel of Pikillacta (City of Fleas). We will stop to visit this impressive site of nearly 120 acres (50 hectares) of small enclosures, terraces, stonewalls, and storage buildings. F Finally, we will head to Andahuaylillas, a friendly village with a sheltered location and benign climate. Located about 25 miles (40 km) outside of Cusco, here you will find one of the most outstanding churches in the Andes: San Pedro Apóstol (St. Peter the Apostle). Known as the Sistine Chapel of Peru, this church will dazzle you with the beauty of its splendidly decorated murals and frescoes. Overnight: Cusco Meals :Breakfast/Box Lunch |
Day 9 - June 27
CUSCO / PUNO
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Breakfast at the hotel
Private transfer from your hotel to Cusco train station At the appropriate time we will transfer you from the hotel to Poroy station to board the train that will take you to Puno. Board Titicaca Train from Cusco to Puno This train tide offers an unforgettable journey linking the magical cities of Cusco and Puno. Spend a full day crossing the Peruvian Andes between the shores of the mystical Lake Titicaca and the Imperial City of the Incas in an unparalleled experience featuring top-notch service. Aboard you will enjoy amazing views, great food and live entertainment. Once in Puno you will have a private transfer from Puno train station to the hotel. Overnight: Lake Titicaca Meals: Breakfast/ Lunch |
Day 10 - June 28
LAKE TITICACA: UROS & TAQUILE ISLAND
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Today we will enjoy an extraordinary journey across the world's highest navigable lake, Lake Titicaca. We will sail to legendary places where time seems to have stood still.
Our first stop will be the Uros floating islands. These are a peculiar grouping of around 40 small islands made totally of totora, a natural reed that grows around the lake. The cheerful inhabitants will invite us to get to know their traditional lifestyle and customs. We will continue our voyage across the placid waters of the lake until arriving to the picturesque Taquile Island, a peaceful place where old Quechua traditions live in perfect balance with modernity. We will discover a landscape distinct from the other islands thanks to the Incan terraces filled with local flowers and crops. The rich colors of the clothing worn by the local inhabitants will amaze us as well their beautiful hand-made fabrics. Most importantly, we will enjoy the unbelievable hospitality of the islanders, known as Taquileños, who will make our visit to the island a memorable one. Before making our way back to Puno, we will have lunch at a local home. Overnight: Lake Titicaca Meals: Breakfast/ Lunch |
Day 11 - June 29
PUNO/LIMA/ TIME TO HEAD HOME
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Breakfast at the hotel
Private transfer from Puno to the airport with a visit to Sillustani Archaeological Site. On the way to Juliaca airport, we will visit the archaeological complex of Sillustani, an amazing pre-Incan cemetery where more than 90 Chullpas or funerary towers (some of them up to 40 feet high), rise up imposingly around Lake Umayo. Once in Lima catch your flight back home. |
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Cancellation Policy
Policy Regarding Cancellation / No Show / Early Departure
In the event of cancellation of travel arrangements due to any reasons – we must be notified of the same in writing. Cancellation charges will be effective from the time/date we receive your notification in writing. Cancellation fees as below apply to the land packages and/or services.
After April 15th 2025 (65 days prior to departure): 50% of the tour
After May 2nd 2025 (48 days prior to departure): 75% of the tour
06 days - 72 hours prior to arrival - No Refund
Deposits are NON-REFUNDABLE.
In the event of cancellation of travel arrangements due to any reasons – we must be notified of the same in writing. Cancellation charges will be effective from the time/date we receive your notification in writing. Cancellation fees as below apply to the land packages and/or services.
After April 15th 2025 (65 days prior to departure): 50% of the tour
After May 2nd 2025 (48 days prior to departure): 75% of the tour
06 days - 72 hours prior to arrival - No Refund
Deposits are NON-REFUNDABLE.
You do not want to miss out on this great deal!
Limited spaces available. First come, first serve!
Limited spaces available. First come, first serve!
F.A.Q's
1. Does the price include airfare?
No. Everyone will need to book their international airfare independently. Ace Travels Agency can also help you book your airfare reservations. Domestic airfare is also not included. One way flights between Lima and Cusco and Puno and Lima can range between $50 - $189 per person (subject to change as per availability).
2. When is final payment due?
In general, the final payment is due 60 days before the departure with some exceptions where payment may be required earlier.
3. Can I opt for a payment plan?
Yes, you can opt for the payment plan option also. After putting down the deposit, you can pay the balance amount in multiple installments of any amount provided the full payment must be received 60 days before the tour starts.
4. Does the price include all meals
Only the ones specified above
5. Do U.S. citizens need a passport and/or a visa?
Yes, you need a valid passport with an expiration date of at least six months after your return. U.S. citizens traveling to Peru do not need to obtain a visa if their stay is under 183 days. Tourists must also provide evidence of return or onward travel. Travelers to Peru will receive a card from Peruvian Immigration upon arrival stating the length of approved stay (usually 90 days). Please click https://pe.usembassy.gov/travel-information/ for more information. Apart from Passport & Visa no other ID is required.
6. Is alcohol included?
No, it is not
7. How many bags can I check in?
This will vary by airline. Please check with your specific airline for details.
8. Can I book different dates at this same price?
No. Offer valid for travel on the dates listed above only.
9. Can I add on days before and after the tour dates?
Yes! Please note extra days will be at an additional cost.
10. Is there a way to add travel insurance on this trip or do we have to purchase separately?
Travel insurance is highly recommended. When purchasing travel insurance a lot of details are required like date of birth, age, departing city, trip price, state of residence, etc. hence, it is recommended to purchase Travel Insurance from the US only. Ace Travels will follow up with a quote shortly after registration.
11. Is this an Ace Travels curate group trip?
Yes. You will have some downtime to explore on your own.
12. Can I bring my dog Daisy?
No!
