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Magical Mystery Culinary Adventure in Lima and Machu Picchu

(An Edible Destinations Epic Culinary Journey)

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$5,998 USD *
(For One Person, Double Occupancy)
* Plus taxes. Tours sold on an availability basis.
8 days | 7 nights

Machu Picchu and Lima - Peru's Hidden Gifts

Lima, the capital city of Peru, boasts a world-renowned culinary scene that has earned it the title of "Gastronomic Capital of the Americas." Lima's culinary identity is deeply rooted in the fusion of indigenous, Spanish, African, and Asian influences, resulting in a diverse and mouthwatering array of dishes. The result is a unique synthesis of the culture, traditions and flavors of four continents, all enriching each other. This immersive eight day adventure includes many opportunities to taste Peru, along with cooking classes, cultural tours and ample free time to explore. With a thriving street food culture and an abundance of world-class restaurants, Lima's culinary scene is a paradise for food enthusiasts, offering a delectable journey through Peru's rich gastronomic heritage. Next up along your journey is Cusco. A historic city located in the heart of the Peruvian Andes. Cusco is a captivating blend of ancient Inca heritage and Spanish colonial influence. Once the capital of the Inca Empire, Cusco is known for its beautifully preserved architecture, characterized by Inca stone walls and Spanish colonial buildings with ornate balconies. Finally, you'll rise early and experience the sunrise from a unique vantage point from within the ruins of Machu Picchu, often referred to as the "Lost City of the Incas," is an ancient archaeological wonder nestled high in the Andes Mountains of Peru. This UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the New Seven Wonders of the World is renowned for its breathtaking beauty and historical significance.
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VACATION HIGHLIGHTS
Please note: Tour inclusions can change depending upon seasonality and weather conditions.
7 Nights Accommodation
Round-Trip Airport Transfers
Daily Breakfast
Guided Lima Market Visit
Ceviche Class
Lima Guided City Tour
Cusco Guided City Tour
NovoAndina Tasting Dinner
Guided Sacred Valley Tour
Pisac Guided Market Visit
Dancing Horses Lunch
Cusquenian Cooking Class
Vistadome Train to Aguas Calientes
Guided Machu Picchu Tour
Lunch at the Sumaq
Farewell Lunch
While our tours are designed as soft adventure experiences, walking, climbing stairs, and in rare cases mild hiking may be required. If you have mobility issues, you should speak with one of our culinary travel specialists to determine if this tour is appropriate for your situation.
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SAMPLE ITINERARY
Please note: Actual itineraries are subject to change due to seasonality.
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Day 1
Transportation | Arrival In Lima | Hotel Check-In
Upon arrival in Lima, expect a warm greeting from your guide, who’ll assist you with transportation to your hotel. Once checked into the Casa Andina Private Collection Miraflores hotel, you’ll have the evening at your leisure. This chic and contemporary hotel houses an extensive collection of both modern and colonial-era art for guests to enjoy. In addition, the luxury accommodations include amenities like a heated pool, gym, salon and massage room, wifi, restaurant and bar. Casa Andina Miraflores offers stunning views of the area and the Pacific, and is well-located for exploring the city on foot.
Day 2
Market Visit, Ceviche Class & City Tour
Start the day with a hearty breakfast and then head to the city’s Main Market for an exotic fruit tasting and to purchase ingredients for today’s cooking class. Here, you’ll find amazing local produce and have the chance to experience a bit of daily Peruvian life. Once you’ve gotten the day’s provisions, it’s on to your cooking class, where you’ll learn varied ceviche preparations. In its classic form, ceviche is a symphony of flavor, containing cubes of raw fish, lime juice, chopped onion and minced Peruvian ají limo and/or rocoto (Andean chili peppers). The mixture is marinated and served at room temperature with cancha (toasted kernels of maize), slices of cooked sweet potato and/or white potato, and yuyo (seaweed). Watch and learn as your chef makes traditional fresh ceviche for you to enjoy immediately. Next, you’ll learn to fix a ceviche mixto, as well as a tiradito, which differs from ceviche in that it contains no onions and utilizes a different slicing technique on the fish. Full of good food and new culinary knowledge, venture into the city for a guided tour of Lima, where you can take in the main square, Presedential Palace, Great Wall Park and more. Your tour concludes with a panoramic view of the modern districts of Miraflores and San Isidro. You’ll have the evening to yourself—why not hit the town and find yourself in one of Lima’s many delicious restaurants?
Day 3
Cusco City Tour | El Mercado Tunqui Cusco Hotel (2 nights ) | Novoandina Tasting Dinner
After a tasty breakfast at the hotel, fly off for your next destination, Cusco [domestic flights between Lima and Cusco not included in your package]. Take some time to adjust to the altitude and get settled in your new accommodation, El Mercado Tunqui Cusco Hotel. This gorgeous mountain lodge, which was formerly the site of the city market strives to deliver an authentic and enjoyable Peruvian experience. The rooms are comfortable and stylish, building on the original décor, and come complete with modern amenities like smart TVs, wifi, private bathrooms, in-room safes and more. There's an onsite bar and restaurant as well, where you can enjoy fresh market fare and tapas outdoors in the courtyard. In the afternoon, embark on a guided city tour of Cusco, where you'll have the chance to encounter various important archeological sites dating back to the Incan empire, along with some more modern structures, like the beautiful Cusco Cathedral. Upon the completion of your tour, you'll head to the Museum of Pre-Inca Art to take in a seven-course tasting menu of novoandina cuisine. This culinary movement focuses on the innovative use of native ingredients to present new and exciting dishes. During your tasting dinner, discover dishes like olive-perfumed salmon over yellow potatoes, quinoa ragu with truffle essence, slow-roasted suckling lamb from the highlands of Ayaviri, warm chocolate truffles with pisco-infused aguaymanto fruit and other delightful culinary surprises.
Day 4
Sacred Valley Tour, Pisac Market Visit & Dancing Horses Lunch
Today, head out for your guided tour of the Sacred Valley, once the heart of the Incan Empire. There is much to see in this lush valley, including the Ollantaytambo Fortress—the site of one of the few Incan victories against the Spanish Conquistadors—and the strikingly beautiful salt mines of Maras. Next, take a trip to Pisac Market, a lively square where local artisans and farmers come together to sell their wares. While shopping the market, you’re likely to find one-of-a-kind pieces of art, jewelry and other souvenirs. There’s plenty of time to stroll through the narrow streets and peruse the seemingly endless options for local, handmade goods. For lunch, take a load off at Sol y Luna, and enjoy fresh, seasonal cuisine, much of which is made from produce grown in the restaurant’s own organic garden. To complement the local fare is a show of traditional Peruvian dancing horses, sure to be an exciting spectacle! The evening is yours to rest and relax, or explore the city on your own.
Day 5
Cusquenian Cooking Class | Vistadome Train to Aguas Calientes | Dinner | Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo (1 night)
After a leisurely breakfast, you’ll likely be inspired to create a Peruvian meal of your own. You’ll have your chance at today’s home-style Cusquenian cooking class. Discover, touch and taste many of the area’s staple vegetables and then join a local chef to build a delicious meal around them. Dine on the fruits of your labor before setting out for a tour of an organic plantation. Next, begin your journey to the magical ruins of Machu Picchu. Upon boarding the luxurious Vistadome train, you’ll immediately be immersed in Andean culture. Take in stunning panoramas as you pass through the Sacred Valley in a train designed to maximize viewing of the landscape. During your ride, you’ll enjoy snacks made with local ingredients, as well as traditional Andean music and cultural dances. Tonight, savor an intimate dinner in a magnificent riverside restaurant, then retire to your cozy accommodations in the adjoining Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo hotel.
Day 6
Machu Picchu Tour | Lunch at the Sumaq | El Mercado Tunqui Cusco Hotel (1 night)
Today, rise early and experience the sunrise from the unique vantage point of the ruins of Machu Picchu. Then, stay for your guided tour of the Lost City of the Incas. An exaltation of stone, the jeweled citadel remains one of Peru’s most attractive mysteries. There are many theories about Machu Picchu’s creation and use, but there’s no question it is one of the most impressive and breathtaking sites you will ever visit. Discovering Machu Picchu will certainly work up an appetite, so your next stop is lunch among the magnificence of the surrounding mountains. The haute cuisine at The Sumaq features traditional Peruvian dishes prepared with exotic ingredients from southern Peru, which blend local tradition with style, creativity and international flavor. Next, head back to Cusco and El Mercado Tunqui hotel and delight in some free time on your final evening.
Day 7
Return to Lima | Free Afternoon to Explore | Dinner at Astrid & Gaston
After breakfast and your flight to Lima [domestic flights between Cusco and Lima not included in your package], check in to your hotel and spend your afternoon exploring the city or resting. Say farewell to Peru in style with a fabulous tasting dinner at Astrid & Gaston. Taste bites are specially selected by chef and restaurateur Gastón Acurio, who is considered one of the world's foremost ambassadors of Peruvian cuisine. You have the option to include a wine pairing, or wine maridaje, with your meal. Take your time and enjoy—not only is this one of the world's 50 best restaurants, it's also the last stop on your magical mystery tour of Peru.
Day 8
Breakfast | Check-Out | Transfers to Airport
After breakfast, you'll be transported back to the Lima airport for your flight home, where you'll certainly want to share your newfound love of Peruvian cuisine and culture!
Lima, PeruCusco, PeruAguas Calientes, Peru
Superior trip and service and accommodations were first class. The dining experience was also over the top! Cooking classes were great and we received first class service. Every day was a new adventure and I can’t express how we received the best in local guides and drivers! Thank you for this once in a lifetime experience!
Karen - September 2018
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