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Set in Lima's stylish Miraflores district, the Miraflores Park, A Belmond Hotel, Lima fronts El Malecón, a six-mile stretch of parks along the Pacific cliffs. This contemporary luxury hotel offers 89 guest rooms and suites looking out over the Pacific and the city skyline. The hotel offers two restaurants, a lively bar and a tea service in the stylish lobby lounge. Other amenities include a heated rooftop pool, gym and spa. Located one hour by car from Jorge Chavez International Airport, the Miraflores Park, A Belmond Hotel, Lima is a good choice for guests seeking a premier ocean view property in the fashionable Miraflores neighborhood.

Miraflores Park, A Belmond Hotel, Lima

Arrive in Lima, where you are met and transferred to your hotel.

Arrive Lima, Peru

Set out for a guided visit to a market to learn about the products used locally for Peruvian cuisine. Continue by bike, stopping along the way for juice and a Peruvian lunch at a local restaurant. After lunch, return to the hotel by bike or car, enjoying time to freshen up and rest. This afternoon, embark on a colonial city tour, starting in the historical center of Lima, visiting Casa de Aliaga and Santo Domingo Convent. Stop at a chocolate shop for a brief explanation on the importance of chocolate and coffee production in the Amazon region. Tonight, gather for a welcome dinner at a top-flight local restaurant.

Lima - Immersion in Peruvian Cuisine

Transfer: Lima to Cusco

Transfer: Cusco to Sacred Valley

Nestled within Peru's Sacred Valley of the Incas alongside an emerald lagoon and gorgeous riverside gardens, Tambo del Inka, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa boasts its own private train station serving Machu Picchu. The luxury resort's 128 guest rooms and suites feature contemporary decor with a regional twist. Diners can enjoy a farm-to-table experience in the resort restaurant. Other amenities include an outdoor pool, hot tub, bar, lounge, spa and fitness center. Located one hour and 20 minutes from Cusco's Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport, Tambo del Inka, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa affords a luxurious resort hideaway on the doorstep of Machu Picchu.

Start a luxurious and mystical journey like no other in Tambo del Inka, to Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Sacred Valley. This luxury hotel is located in the heart of the Sacred Valley of the Incas and stands as a contemporary gateway to the vast cultural wealth of this region. The elegant rooms and luxury suites have fascinating views of the Andes and the Vilcanota River from a private balcony. Savour the refined dining options available at the hotel, made with organic ingredients and local produce. The lobby bar even serves refreshing cocktails. Enjoy the therapeutic spa and keep your workout routine in the premier gym and heated indoor pool. A luxurious adventure awaits you in Tambo del Inka.

Tambo del Inka, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Valle Sagrado

Fly to Cusco, arriving in time for lunch. Head out for the Sacred Valley, stopping en route at a center devoted to caring for South American camelids, such as llamas, guanacos and alpacas. Arrive at your hotel and enjoy an afternoon at leisure to acclimatize. This evening, dine at your hotel’s restaurant

Cusco - Into the Sacred Valley

Begin your day with a refreshing light trek — escorted by llamas — on a trail that overlooks a lake, and then proceed to a village in the Sacred Valley to meet with members of the local community. Stop for a delicious picnic lunch before enjoying an afternoon at leisure capped off by a Scenic Sundowner. Tonight, dine at your hotel.

Sacred Valley - Village Visit & Llama Walk

Transfer: Sacred Valley to Machu Picchu

Occupying a privileged site just steps from the mystical Incan citadel of Machu Picchu, the Sanctuary Lodge, A Belmond Hotel, Machu Picchu is the only hotel adjacent to the lost city. The boutique lodge offers 31 rooms and suites, two restaurants, and a bar specializing in local pisco cocktails. Other amenities include a relaxation area for yoga and meditation. Located just steps from the park gate, the Sanctuary Lodge, A Belmond Hotel, Machu Picchu affords unrivaled access to the wonders of Machu Picchu.

Sanctuary Lodge, A Belmond Hotel, Machu Picchu

Start the day by exploring Ollantaytambo, a fortress of massive stone terraces that hug the mountain slopes and the site of the Incas’ greatest victory over the invading Spanish. Then, journey by Inca Rail First-Class Train deep into the Andes toward Machu Picchu gazing out at the spectacular Peruvian countryside. Upon arrival, transfer up to Machu Picchu and check into the only hotel on site, situated just steps from the Incan citadel. This afternoon, explore the ruins with your expert guide and, as you wander amid the age-old stone walls, picture life as it might have been in this majestic citadel. Alternatively (for an additional cost), you may opt to hike the Inca Trail en route. Depart early, forgoing the visit to Ollantaytambo, boarding a many-windowed Vistadome Train for the same scenic ride, but with a twist: disembark at KM 104 and set out with a guide on a hike that culminates at the Sun Gate (Inti Punku), looking out over the vast UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Machu Picchu - Stunning Citadel of the Incas

Transfer: Machu Picchu to Cusco

Occupying a former monastery and national monument dating from 1592, Monasterio, A Belmond Hotel, Cusco is a delightful retreat set just off of Cusco's lively central square. The highlights of the stunningly restored grounds are the imposing 300-year-old cedar tree set in the center of its main courtyard and a gilded chapel hung with fine art. The hotel compliments its centuries-old charm with attentive service, inspired restaurants, and 122 boutique rooms and suites. Guests can also enjoy relaxing aromatherapy and reviving Thai massage treatments in the hotels Therapy Suite. Located 20 minutes from Alejandro Velasco Astete Airport, Monasterio, A Belmond Hotel, Cusco is the perfect choice for guests seeking a historic luxury property in the center of Cusco.

Monasterio, A Belmond Hotel, Cusco

Rise with the sun to walk through Machu Picchu in the early morning mist before the crowds arrive, an experience some consider the spiritual highlight of the journey. Overlooking the Urubamba River, Machu Picchu was built in the 15th century at the height of the Inca Empire. Although this “Lost City” was revealed to the rest of the world by American historian Hiram Bingham in 1911, its location was long known to locals. Its original purpose, however, remains a matter of some conjecture, as the Incas left no written records. Enjoy lunch before returning to Ollantaytambo by Vistadome Train. Continue to Cusco.

Machu Picchu - In the Spectacular “Lost City”

Discover Cusco on a city tour that includes the remnants of Korikancha, once a major Incan religious center, as well as the Cathedral on the Plaza de Armas and the Santo Domingo Temple. Listen as a local expert explains how the historic clashes between the Incas and the Spanish played a role in forming today’s Peruvian culture. Later, visit the well-preserved ruins of Sacsayhuaman, an imposing fortress compiled from colossal stones. Later, enjoy time at leisure to rest or shop. This evening, dine at an elegant Cusco restaurant, where the chef gathers local ingredients for use in innovative recipes that honor Peru’s culinary traditions.

Cusco - Plaza de Armas & Colossal Sacsayhuaman

Transfer: Cusco to Cusco

Transfer: Cusco to Lima

Connected to Jorge Chavez International Airport via a convenient walkway, Wyndham Grand Costa del Sol Lima Airport lies just six miles from Lima's city center. This contemporary luxury hotel’s 249 guest rooms and suites feature modern decor and soundproof windows. Other amenities include an on-site restaurant, bar, wellness area, fitness center, steam room, sauna and heated indoor pool. This is a perfect choice for guests looking to relax before or after an international flight.

Connected to Jorge Chavez International Airport via a convenient walkway, the Costa del Sol Wyndham Lima Airport​ lies just six miles from Lima's city center. This contemporary luxury hotel’s 249 guest rooms and suites feature modern decor and soundproof windows. Other amenities include an on-site restaurant, bar, wellness area, fitness center, steam room, sauna and heated indoor pool. This is a perfect choice for guests looking to relax before or after an international flight.​

Wyndham Grand Costa del Sol Lima Airport

Experience Cusco your way, enjoying one of these Design Your Day activities.<ul><li>Visit the San Blas Neighborhood, a unique, bohemian enclave where you visit the workshops of artisans.</li><li>Stroll San Pedro Market and Visit the Inca Museum,first tasting local fruits and cheese and glimpsing daily life, and then looking back into Peru’s rich history.</li><li>Explore with an Expert Photographerwho helps you refine your skills and capture Cusco as a local sees it, including its narrow streets and beautiful houses.</li></ul>Later this afternoon, depart for Lima. Enjoy dinner at the hotel before you retire early to rest up for the next leg of the adventure.

Cusco - Design Your Day

Transfer: Lima to Iquitos

Transfer: Iquitos to Nauta

Affording the most exclusive guest-to-staff ratio of any riverboat in the Peruvian Amazon, Pure Amazon accommodates up to 22 guests among 10 elegant suites and two single cabins. A triumph of conscious design from architectural luminary Adriana Granato, Pure Amazon’s elegant accommodations feature handcrafted furnishings made from responsibly sourced materials, luxurious en suite bathrooms and panoramic wall-to-wall windows showcasing the ever-changing riverscapes. Inviting shared spaces include indoor and outdoor lounges, a dining room, an observation deck, a library, a wellness room, and an onboard gym featuring state-of-the-art equipment and stunning river views. The vessel also offers Starlink Wi-Fi service and hair dryers. English is the official language on board. Meals are prepared fresh daily by professional onboard chefs using locally sourced ingredients. Named for the pristine beauty and rich biodiversity of the Amazon River, Pure Amazon embodies A&K's commitment to sustainable exploration and authentic cultural immersion.

Pure Amazon, an A&K Sanctuary

Today, fly to Iquitos. Upon arrival, journey overland into the Peruvian countryside en route to remote Nauta, a village set on the banks of the Marañón River, one of the Amazon’s three main tributaries. Begin your four-night river-cruise adventure, embarking elegant Pure Amazon, A&amp;K’s all-new boutique riverboat offering an intimate and exclusive experience. Designed for sustainable exploration and authentic cultural immersion it features panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows for superb wildlife viewing and a staff-to-guest ratio of over 1:1, ensuring exceptional, personalized attention. Settle into your spacious suite before meeting the expert naturalist guides who accompany your expedition. This evening, gather for dinner featuring innovative Amazonian cuisine.

Nauta - Cruising the Marañón 

In this paradise for birders, where vibrantly colored macaws may be seen gliding overhead, start your day at dawn’s first light on an expert-led birding excursion. View any of the hundreds of amphibians, reptiles and mammals that call the Amazon home as well, including frogs, bats, iguanas and insects. Return to your ship for lunch and an exclusive midday lecture from one of the local experts travelling by your side. This evening, as the equatorial sun dips behind the treetops, you may opt to set out by skiff for a night safari, watching as your guide shines a light over the ink-black water to reveal the glowing yellow eyes of dozens of caimans and other nocturnal river dwellers.

Pure Amazon - Seeking the Life of the Forest

Devote your day cruising along the Pacaya River aboard a skiff for up-close looks at shoreline flora and fauna, and be sure to scan the forest canopy for long-limbed spider monkeys or an endearingly slow-moving sloth.

Pure Amazon - Learning from the Experts

A new day along the ever-changing river brings with it new possibilities. This may be the day you spot the Amazon’s fabled pink dolphins or go ashore to visit the residents of a local village to learn about daily life deep in the Amazon. Back on your vessel, enjoy lunch before heading out on another river foray or fish for piranha from a skiff, catching (and carefully releasing) this tenacious species. Later, gather for a chat with the your vessel’s expert guides who recount stories of life in the Amazon, followed by a farewell dinner on board.

Pura Amazon - Village Visit & Piranha Fishing

Transfer: Nauta to Iquitos

Transfer: Iquitos to Lima

Disembark Pure Amazon in Nauta and return to Iquitos to immerse yourself in everyday local life with a visit to a lively neighborhood market with freshly harvested bounty from the surrounding forest is on display as well as the Museum of Indigenous Amazonian Cultures. Fly to Lima, where you enjoy the use of a dayroom until privately transferring to the airport for your departing flight.

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Trek the Sacred Valley with llamas by your side

Ride the scenic Vistadome train to Machu Picchu or trek the Inca Trail from KM 104

Cruise aboard our all-new boutique riverboat Pure Amazon, an A&K Sanctuary, disembarking to explore the biodiverse Pacaya Samiria National Reserve

Spanning the soaring stone walls of Machu Picchu and the remote reaches of the Peruvian rainforest, this exhilarating Peruvian adventure combines two bucket-list destinations in one incredible journey. First, explore the Sacred Valley with llamas at your side and discover the wonders of Machu Picchu. Then, cruise the Amazon Basin aboard A&K’s all-new boutique river cruiser, the region’s finest vessel.

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