Exceptional Luxury Condor Journey to Machu Picchu

Begin your day with an exclusive private gastronomic tour curated by The Lima Gourmet Company. Start at a specialty local roastery selecting organic Peruvian coffee beans daily, followed by a walk through the colonial streets of bohemian Barranco, home to renowned artists, sculptors, and galleries.

Next, visit an authentic local market in the San Isidro district to discover exotic Amazonian fruits and ancestral Andean superfoods. Continue to celebrated cebichería Embarcadero 41 Fusión in Miraflores, where you will join the executive chef and mixologist to prepare fresh Peruvian Cebiche and craft the perfect Pisco Sour.

The culinary journey culminates with an exquisite gourmet lunch inside the pre-Incan archaeological sanctuary of Huaca Pucllana. Dine overlooking the ancient adobe pyramid, savoring signature Peruvian dishes, a tasting of four artisanal desserts, and a handcrafted pisco cocktail.

Following breakfast, your private chauffeur escorts you to Lima Airport for your morning flight to Arequipa (approx. 1 hour 35 min). Arrive in the "White City", framed by volcanic giants El Misti, Chachani, and Pichu Pichu, where your private guide and driver greet you and transfer you to the 5-star Libertador Hotel Arequipa.

At 14:00, embark on a private colonial city tour. Admire the Plaza de Armas, the Church of San Francisco, and the Baroque Jesuit cloisters of La Compañía de Jesús. The highlight is the monumental Convent of Santa Catalina, an enchanting 16th-century city-within-a-city composed of cobblestone lanes, tranquil arcaded courtyards, and vibrant blue and terracotta walls that sheltered over 450 cloistered nuns.

Depart at 07:30 on a scenic private drive across 160 km toward Chivay and the magnificent Colca Valley. Ascend through Pampa Cañahuas National Reserve, stopping to observe herds of wild vicuñas in their natural Andean habitat at 3,400 meters.

Continue through Pata Wasi and pause in Sumbay (3,800m) for a comforting hot mate de coca. Pass the high wetlands of Tocra (4,500m) alive with migratory Andean birds and grazing llamas, and cross the breathtaking mountain pass of Pata Pampa at 4,820 meters with sweeping panoramas of Ampato and Sabancaya volcanoes. Descend into the valley for lunch, then proceed to the ultra-exclusive Belmond Las Casitas del Colca.

Nestled in a peaceful setting along the Colca River, your private luxury cottage features an open fireplace, outdoor heated plunge pool, and private patio. Spend the afternoon exploring the property’s organic gardens, horse stables, and resident alpacas, or indulge in the Samay Spa.

Rise early for breakfast before departing at 06:00 toward the world-famous Cruz del Condor viewpoint. Stand along the edge of the canyon as the morning sun warms the gorge, watching majestic Andean Condors rise gracefully on ascending thermals, soaring directly overhead.

On the return drive toward Chivay, explore the traditional villages of Pinchollo, Maca, and Yanque with its baroque colonial church, and admire the ancient Collagua pre-Inca terraces at Antahuilque. Following lunch, embark on a private overland journey across the high Altiplano to the sacred shores of Lake Titicaca.

Arrive at the prestigious 5-star Titilaka Lodge, an all-inclusive Relais & Châteaux retreat situated on an exclusive private peninsula surrounded on three sides by Lake Titicaca. Check into your luxury suite featuring panoramic lake views, heated floors, and oversized bathtubs, before enjoying evening cocktails and a gourmet dinner paired with fine wines.

Enjoy a day of bespoke, all-inclusive luxury at Titilaka Lodge. Choose from an extensive menu of private and small-group excursions tailored to your interests, guided by expert resident naturalists and cultural interpreters.

Options include a private boat excursion to the traditional weavers of Taquile Island, visiting authentic floating reed islands in Uros, kayaking or paddleboarding along the peaceful shores, or exploring the pre-Inca chullpas of Sillustani. Savor an exquisite three-course lunch at the lodge, afternoon tea at 15:00, and evening sunset cocktails on the lodge’s wrap-around terraces before another candlelit fine-dining experience.

At 06:30, private transfer to Puno station to board the legendary Belmond Andean Explorer Train. Decorated in the opulent style of 1920s Pullman carriages, this premier rail journey unites Lake Titicaca with Cusco in quintessential elegance.

Glide across the majestic Altiplano as herds of vicuñas and alpacas graze beneath towering snow-capped peaks. Savor a gourmet three-course lunch served in the elegant dining car, followed by afternoon tea and live Andean music in the glass-domed open-air observation bar car. Arrive in imperial Cusco around 18:00, where your private chauffeur escorts you to the world-renowned Belmond Palacio Nazarenas.

A former palace and convent with Inca stone foundations, this intimate retreat features oxygen-enriched luxury suites, heated marble bathroom floors, city's first outdoor heated pool, and dedicated private butler service.

Spend a peaceful morning enjoying your butler-served breakfast in the cloistered courtyard of Palacio Nazarenas. Savor an included lunch before meeting your private historian guide at 13:45 for an exclusive afternoon exploration of Cusco’s imperial wonders.

Begin at the colossal fortress-temple of Sacsayhuamán, marveling at hand-hewn megalithic limestone blocks weighing up to 125 tons, seamlessly fitted without mortar. Visit the mystical rock shrine of Qenqo, the military post of Puca Pucara, and the royal water fountains of Tambomachay. Returning to the historical center, tour the Cusco Cathedral with its treasured collection of Cusco School colonial oil paintings, and enter the magnificent Coricancha (Temple of the Sun), the golden epicenter of the Inca realm.

At 08:30, depart on a private full-day journey through the enchanting Sacred Valley of the Incas. Your first stop is the picturesque town of Pisac, browsing its celebrated artisanal market for fine alpaca knitwear and silver, before climbing to the spectacular hillside Inca fortress and terracing of Pisac overlooking the valley floor.

At midday, enjoy an exceptional Andean buffet lunch at Posada Tunupa, a tranquil colonial riverside estate with sprawling gardens. Continue westward to Ollantaytambo, the only living Inca town whose original urban stone street layout and aqueducts remain in daily use. Climb the monumental agricultural and ceremonial sun terraces guarding the canyon entrance, taking in dramatic views of the surrounding peaks before returning to Cusco.

At 08:00, private transfer to Poroy train station to board the world-famous Belmond Hiram Bingham Train. Step aboard 1920s-style Pullman carriages furnished with polished wood and gleaming brass, welcomed with fine champagne. Enjoy a five-star gourmet brunch and live Peruvian music as the train winds along the Urubamba River through cloud forests to Aguas Calientes.

Upon arrival, a private shuttle takes you up to the citadel gates where you check in to the legendary Belmond Sanctuary Lodge—the only hotel situated adjacent to Machu Picchu. Embark on a private in-depth guided tour (2–3 hours) exploring the Sun Temple, Intihuatana, and Sacred Plaza. In the late afternoon, after day-trippers have departed, savor the serene magic of the citadel practically to yourself, followed by a gourmet a la carte dinner at the lodge.

Awake steps from the lost city and enter at sunrise before crowds arrive. Take advantage of your privileged location to embark on optional private morning hikes: trek to the iconic Sun Gate (Inti Punku), walk to the ancient Inca Drawbridge, or challenge yourself with the steep ascent of Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain for breathtaking vistas.

Return to the Belmond Sanctuary Lodge for a gourmet lunch (served 12:00 to 15:00). At 17:50, board the luxurious Hiram Bingham train for the return journey to Poroy/Cusco. Savor a four-course gourmet dinner paired with fine wines, complemented by lively onboard entertainment and cocktails in the observation car. Your private chauffeur meets you upon arrival and transfers you back to Belmond Palacio Nazarenas.

Enjoy a relaxed morning at leisure in imperial Cusco. Stroll through the cobblestone alleys of San Blas, shop for fine vicuña and baby alpaca textiles or silver jewelry, and admire colonial plazas.

At the appointed hour, your private chauffeur escorts you to Cusco’s Alejandro Velasco Astete Airport for your domestic flight to Lima. Arrive at Lima Airport in time to connect smoothly with your flight home, concluding an extraordinary 12-day Exceptional Luxury journey through Peru.