| SEASON | All year round |
| DURATION | 8 days /7 nights (Lima-Cusco) |
| DEPARTURE DATES | On request |
| HIGHLIGHTS | Fine cuisine, Arequipa, Cusco & the sacred valley |
| ACTIVITIES | Gastronomy, Culture & History |
| FITNESS LEVEL | Active (high altitude) |
This program invites travelers to explore Peru through its most living expression: its cuisine. From the Pacific coast and its vibrant ceviche culture to the volcanic valleys of Arequipa and the ancestral landscapes of the Andes, each region reveals a dialogue between territory, tradition, and contemporary creativity. Guided by chefs, home cooks, and local food guardians, participants discover native ingredients, time-honored techniques, and culinary rituals that continue to shape daily life. More than a tasting experience, this journey is an immersion into history, identity, and the deep connection between food, community, and landscape — a journey where every dish tells a story.
Arrival in Lima and transfer to the hotel. We begin the journey with a gentle acclimatization walk along the Malecón of Miraflores, where the Pacific Ocean and the cold Humboldt Current serve as a starting point for understanding marine biodiversity and its direct influence on Peruvian cuisine.
In the evening, enjoy a contemporary fine-dining experience, selected according to your culinary preferences and the availability of the city’s leading restaurants.
Overnight in Lima
Guided visit to a local market to explore fresh produce, spices, herbs, and a variety of fish species. We then take part in a hands-on cooking workshop at a Lima home, learning traditional techniques for preparing ceviche and tiradito.
Free afternoon to stroll through cultural districts, galleries, or gastronomic cafés.
In the evening, dinner at one of Lima’s iconic restaurants (Maido, Central, Mayta, or Astrid & Gastón, subject to availability and preference) — a world-class culinary experience.
Overnight in Lima (B/L)
Flight to Arequipa and transfer to the hotel—introduction to the region’s volcanic landscape and its historic relationship with agriculture and regional flavors.
In the afternoon, a walking tour of the Historic Center and the Santa Catalina Monastery, combining architecture and history, with pauses to ensure a smooth acclimatization.
Overnight in Arequipa - (B/D)
Morning dedicated to two pillars of Arequipa’s culinary tradition: chupe de camarones (shrimp chowder) and rocoto relleno (stuffed hot pepper). We explore technique, ingredients, origins, and their symbolic role at the traditional table.
Cultural afternoon and visit to the Museum of Andean Sanctuaries.
Overnight in Arequipa - (B/L)
Flight to Cusco and transfer to the hotel. As soon as acclimatization allows, we visit the San Pedro Market to discover native potatoes, Andean grains, aromatic herbs, and corn varieties. With these ingredients, our local cook guides us in the preparation of a traditional recipe, highlighting Andean techniques and flavors.
Free afternoon to explore the historic center and its cultural monuments.
Overnight in Cusco - (B/L)
Transfer to the Sacred Valley of the Incas. En route, we visit the home of a local guardian of Andean culinary traditions, who will teach us to prepare a slow-cooked regional Andean soup.
We then continue to a small village in the valley, where we receive a conceptual introduction to pachamanca - an ancestral cooking technique that unites land, community, and culinary ritual.
Overnight in the Sacred Valley - (B/L)
In the morning, visit the archaeological site of Ollantaytambo, one of the best-preserved Inca urban complexes in the Sacred Valley.
Later, we head into the countryside for a hands-on pachamanca experience, a pre-Ceramic technique that includes building the stone oven, selecting ingredients, sealing the cooking delicacies, and sharing a communal outdoor lunch. Return to Cusco.
Overnight in Cusco - (B/L)
Transfer to the airport and assistance with departure—end of services.
| TRANSPORT | Inland transportation, boats and trains |
| HOTEL | Hotel *** Total nights 7 |
| TOURS | According to the program |
| ENTRANCE FEE/ PERMITS | To the attractions included in the program |
| MEALS | Dx1 Lx3 Bx6 |
| STAFF | Bilingual guide/cooks/wranglers/mules |
| TRANSPORT | International / domestic flights |
| EXTRAS | Travel insurance, tips, tours & meals not mentioned in the itinerary |
| Service | 1 Person | 2 Person | 3 Person | 4 Person | |
| Private service | 6,500 | 4,200 | 3,600 | 3,200 |
Single room supplement: 1,320
Note: Tickets to Machu Picchu are in high demand and subject to availability; confirmation is required.
