Terraces trace the Andean hillsides, ancient salt ponds step down a mountainside, and original Inca streets remain part of daily life. This luxury Machu Picchu tour connects Peru’s remarkable archaeological sites with the people and traditions of the Sacred Valley. Its deliberate pace allows time for both guided discovery and the pleasure of being in each place.

After an overnight stay in Lima, you fly to Cusco and descend directly into the lower Sacred Valley for a gentler introduction to the Andes. Three nights at Tambo del Inka provide a comfortable base for exploring Pisac, Moray, the Maras Salt Mines, and Ollantaytambo. Along the way, you encounter Andean textile traditions, visit Pablo Seminario’s ceramic workshop, and spend meaningful time with the Tambococha community, where agriculture and local customs remain closely connected to the land.

The journey to Machu Picchu begins aboard Inca Rail First Class, following the Urubamba River into cloud forest. An overnight stay at Sanctuary Lodge, beside the archaeological entrance, places you close to the site for two guided Machu Picchu visits. Each entry follows its assigned circuit. Together, they offer complementary perspectives on the citadel whenever ticketing permits. You then return toward Cusco aboard the Belmond Hiram Bingham, with live music, an observation bar, and a choice of onboard dining experiences.

In Cusco, two nights at Palacio Nazarenas allow you to explore the Cathedral, Coricancha, Sacsayhuamán, and San Pedro Market. Carefully chosen meals, including a Sacred Valley hacienda, Wayra, and a tasting dinner at MAP Café, add another dimension to this journey through the Inca world.