Peru Wellness Tour

Today, travel south to Ica, located approx. 300km away from Lima. After a 5-hour private transfer, you will arrive at the Huacachina and take in the picturesque oasis nestled amid the desert. Next, your driver will escort you to La Caravedo, a Hacienda featuring its distillery, which is also your hotel for the next two nights. Start a private tour through the distillery, where you will learn about the making process of pisco. If you prefer, taste a few award-winning piscos. Savor a traditional lunch featuring local ingredients such as Carapulcra con sopa seca, pallares, and other flavors of Ica.

Today is a free day to slow down. You can simply relax at the hotel, swim in the outdoor pool or wander in the garden.

Today, you will transfer to the airport and take a flight to Cusco. Cusco sits at an altitude of 3,400 meters. After landing, you will be transferred to the Sacred Valley. The lower altitude and tranquil surroundings will help you relax and unwind.

Upon checking in at the hotel, enjoy a flower bath prepared for you, washing away the fatigue of the journey. During your stay in Raices Inkas, all the meals are prepared with whole, organic foods. Free from processed ingredients, the meals are designed to refresh and nourish the body, supporting mental clarity and energetic balance.

Early this morning, join a yoga session led by a professional instructor to awaken your body and mind. After breakfast, visit the community of Lamay and experience its slow-paced lifestyle. First, step into the church of Lamay, a centuries-old Catholic church blending Andean and Spanish colonial influences. Then, meet the locals to hear their stories about local bakery, guinea pig breeding, and the production of Chicha de Jora (corn beer). You will also have the opportunity to sample Chicha and some healthy snacks.

Next, transfer to an organic vegetable garden and experience an ancient Andean cooking tradition. Choose your favorite fresh vegetables, meats, fish, or fruits and place them in the pit. As the food is cooked underground with hot stones, it reflects the Andean spirit of respect and connection with Pachamama (Mother Earth). Finally, return to the hotel, where a therapeutic and relaxing massage awaits you.

Start the morning with another yoga session, stretching and awakening your body. Then check out and kick off a Sacred Valley tour. Explore traditional Andean way of life in Pisaq Market, where filled with colorful textiles and local crafts. Next, visit Ollantaytambo ruins, one of the last remaining Incan towns. The impressive terraces and stone walls showcase the remarkable architectural skill of the Inca people.

After having an authentic Peruvian lunch, move to the train station for a 2-hour scenic train ride. Upon arrival in Aguas Calientes, you will be picked up by hotel staff.

Today’s highlight is Machu Picchu, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Deep in the mountains and cloud forest, ancient Inca people created this remarkable citadel. Immerse yourself in the sight of architecture marvel blending into breathtaking landscapes and discover the harmony between Inca civilization and nature. Slow down, reconnect with history and nature.

After the guided tour, descend to Aguas Calientes by shuttle bus. Pick up your luggage and hop on the train to return to Cusco downtown.

In the morning, explore Cusco from its Historic Center. Visit the Cusco Cathedral and Coricancha, which blend Inca and Spanish colonial cultures. Take a leisurely walk in San Blas, a charming artisan neighborhood. Walk on its cobblestone streets, explore local workshops, perhaps stop at a quiet café for a coffee break. Then continue to Sacsayhuaman to admire its monumental stonework.

After the half-day tour finishes, transfer to the airport for your flight to Lima. The rest of the day is yours to rest.