Discover Peru with IVS!

Explore Lima, Cusco and Machu Picchu

Ancient Inca Trails criss-cross the Andes and weave a tapestry of history, culture, ruins, and mystery throughout Peru. Our new Peruvian Experience combines activities to explore the amazing environment while staying in luxurious accommodations, all while keeping to the Bio Bio Core Values: to provide our guests with the most authentic adventure experience while engaging in sustainable, regenerative tourism.

Your journey begins in Lima, a pre-Hispanic and vice-royal city, whose historic center has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site and has been recognized as the gastronomic capital of America. In the company of your expert guide, you will learn of Lima’s rich history while enjoying gastronomical delights.

We spend few days in the Sacred Valley where we see Maras salt mines and the Moray ruins, a large-scale agricultural research area. We also explore Lake Huaypo, paddling its waters on sea kayaks.

The culmination of the trip may be the day where you travel the last 8mi of the legendary Inca Trail to arrive at Machu Picchu through the Sun Gate.

Our final adventures will take us to the sacred ruins of Sacsayhuaman and Qengo followed by a walk down the last stretch of an ancient Inca Road that will lead you directly to Cusco’s Main Square.

All of these experiences combined will give you a true sense of the magic of Peru!

Regenerative Tourism: Journeys with Purpose
Impact Lives: Your journey reaches beyond exploration; it extends a helping hand to local communities, strengthening their economy, preserving traditions, and financing our sustainability initiatives.

Huaypo Project: For over 15 years, we’ve reveled in the enchantment of the Huaypo lagoon. A couple years ago, we decided to take it upon ourselves and uplift the indigenous communities around Huaypo Lake. So far, this educational project has served over 200 children, providing them with high-speed internet, playgrounds, and cold-protective gear. Each guest embarking on this Lares Trek + One-Day Inca Trail journey will receive a certificate for their contribution.

Day 1 | Welcome To Lima, Peru! Bike Along El Malecon Of Miraflores And Barranco (optional)

Your journey begins in Lima, a pre-Hispanic and vice-royal city, whose historic center has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site and has been recognized as the gastronomic capital of America.
At the airport, a guide will welcome and accompany you to your hotel.

Depending on the arrival time, you can choose to participate in a bicycling activity (optional and additional cost):

Fast Facts
Duration: 3 hours
Best For: All travelers

Why We Love This Experience
·Barranco and Miraflores are the most vibrant suburbs of Lima, the only South American capital located on the coast of the Pacific Ocean.
·We know that the best way to explore these iconic neighborhoods is riding a bicycle along the boardwalk that connects these neighborhoods, while also enjoying the fresh ocean breeze.
Itinerary
Although nowadays Barranco is part of Lima, it was not always so. At the end of the nineteenth century, it was one of the most sophisticated areas to which upper-class families could come only by tram or train. Today, it is a bohemian neighborhood. Independent art and history come together in one place. What once were the summer houses of illustrious Lima characters, are today the most prominent museums, galleries, restaurants, bars and hotels in the city.

Miraflores has a history spanning to man’s first habitation of the coast of Peru. Traces of colonial times can still be observed along with the modernism of an endless number of beautiful parks and buildings found on the shores of the Pacific. You will ride among beautiful houses that once were occupied by renowned writers, painters and musicians. You will pass by cultural centers, parks, shops, art galleries, ateliers, cozy local cafes and classic bars. Pay special attention to street art work, graffiti, street food, and to the cultural manifestations of two of the most important areas of Lima where locals usually express themselves in artsy ways and have fun.

No Meals
Please note: not all meals are included in this itinerary. For those meals, your guide will suggest some of the finest restaurants. This was an intentional decision to allow you to enjoy the culinary delights of each region, without the necessity of going to a restaurant that has to accommodate large groups.

Day 2 | Lima’s History Through Time

Fast Facts
Duration: 8 hours
Activity: Museum and Collections of Art, Architecture and Archeology

Lima is the oldest city in all of America, from Patagonia to Alaska. It was South America’s capital until 1700, and its oldest urban ruins are over five thousand years old. There is no such city outside Mesopotamia and Egypt.

In the company of your expert guide, discover Lima’s history, which began to take shape over three thousand years ago when ancient civilizations built important archaeological centers that we can still visit today. One of them is the Huaca Pucllana, the starting point of your journey through the capital.

Continue exploring the worldview and history of Ancient Peru through more than thirty-five thousand textiles, ceramics, gold and silver objects in the Larco Museum, an eighteenth-century viceregal house considered one of the best museums in the world.
For lunch enjoy typical Peruvian cuisine at Larco Museum renowned restaurant, a cozy and beautiful space
You will go forward in time to the viceregal era as we visit the historic center of Lima. A sample of almost three centuries of Spanish conquest can be seen in its imposing colonial architecture. It has been declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.

Visit the historic Mansion of Casa de Aliaga, a refined colonial house granted to Captain Jerónimo de Aliaga by the Spanish Leader Francisco Pizarro in 1535. Almost five centuries later, the Aliaga family continues to inhabit the house, making it the oldest dwelling in the Americas.

Meals included: Breakfast & Dinner

Day 3 | Flight to Cusco. Transfer To The Sacred Valley & Stop In Pisac

Your journey continues with a one hour flightt to Cusco & transfer to The Sacred Valley Of The Incas, Cusco. On the way you will discover the Andes, the longest mountain range on the planet, inhabited by legendary indigenous communities and areas untouched by modernity. In the following days, this place will allow you to connect with different ways of seeing the world.

Visit the Pisac handicraft market, famous for bringing together artisans from neighboring communities. Immerse yourself in the colorful world of Andean ceramics, jewelry, and textiles.

Welcome Lunch at a Countryside Manor
Fast Facts
Duration: 2 hours
Activities: Visit an old hacienda & lunch

Why we love this experience
·Together with a member of the Lambarri Orihuela family, visit the old hacienda and immerse yourself in a century of history while admiring a private collection of Peruvian art.
·Delight your palate with a delicious typical lunch from the region.

Lunch experience Overview
Resting on top of a hill is Hacienda Huayoccari, witness and survivor of a government that eradicated most country estates in Peru in the 1970s.
Accompanied by a member of the Lambarri Orihuela family, who have inhabited this Hacienda sin 1916, learn about the history of the Sacred Valley and our country.
You will access their private art collection, a journey through authentic pieces of ancient Peruvian civilizations, viceregal, and republican times.
With a spectacular view of the Sacred Valley and surrounded by seventeenth and eighteenth-century furniture, colonial paintings, lots of popular art, and baroque music, enjoy a delicious lunch prepared with local ingredients that grow in Huayoccari’s organic gardens.

Meals included: Breakfast & Lunch

Day 4 | Kayaking In Huaypo Lake & The Enigmatic Terraces of Moray and Maras Salt Flats

Fast Facts
Duration: 4 hours
Activity: 1.5 hours kayaking

Why we love this experience
·Access a place of breathtaking beauty and explore it in its own natural state.
·Learn about the customs of the Andean people and their close link to this magical lagoon.
·Delight your palate with a delicious luxury picnic in the beautiful outdoors.

Morning Activity Overview
Crossing the open fields of the Sacred Valley of the Incas brings us to Huaypo, a beautiful and solitary lagoon perched high in the Andes.

Explore Huaypo, paddling its waters in sea kayaks, and learn how this lake is linked to the surrounding communities and crop fields, and observe the endemic birds that inhabit it as you glide amidst the reflection of the surrounding mountains and snow-capped peaks.

On the shores of Huaypo, enjoy a delicious luxury picnic in the outdoors.

Afternoon Activity Overview
Explore Moray, the circular terraces that make this center of agricultural experimentation one of the most enigmatic archaeological remains of the Peruvian Andes and learn how far the Incas went in terms of science and technology.

Walk surrounded by the snow-capped mountains Verónica and Chicón, in green pastures and traditional villages until you reach the impressive salt mines of Maras. Over three thousand salt wells were built by the Incas on the slopes of the mountain “Qaqawiñay”, which are still used today.

Meals included: Breakfast & lunch

Day 5 | Trek along the last legendary stretch to Machu Picchu through the Sun Gate

Fast Facts
Total Length: 12 kilometers (7.5 miles)
Altitude: Max: 2,680 m / 8,800 ft.

Overview
Travel the last 13 km. (8 mi.) of the legendary Inca Trail that takes you to Machu Picchu, a masterpiece of Inca architecture and engineering and considered one of the seven wonders of the modern world.

Along the way, explore archeological remains, cross the “Intipunku” (Sun Gate) and enter through a cloud forest into this sacred sanctuary.

Short Inca Trail Overview
A train will take you directly to Km 104 (Mile 64), the starting point of the trek.Along the way, with a spectacular view of the Urubamba Valley, visit the remains of Chachabamba and the impressive archeological complex of Wiñay Wayna, built by the Inca Pachacutec in the fifteenth century.

Continue hiking through one of the best-preserved sections of the Inca Trail, cross a cloud forest with abundant flora and fauna, including more than 300 types of orchids, until you reach the Sun Gate. Enter through the gate and be amazed by the majestic Inca citadel, an image that will surely remain in your memory forever.

Take a bus ride down to Machu Picchu town where your hotel is located.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 6 | Discover Machu Picchu Lost Citadel & hike Huayna Picchu Mountain

Machu Picchu Overview
Thirteen degrees south of the equator, the Incan citadel of Machu Picchu rises above the Urubamba river valley on a steep ridge between the towering peaks of Huayna and Machu Picchu mountains – both of which can be hiked for incredible views. One of the few major pre-Columbian ruins found nearly intact, this UNESCO World Heritage site and spiritual destination was built for Inca ruler Pachacuti during the 15th century and once housed over 600 residents.

An architectural marvel by all standards, its 200 stone structures were constructed without mortar or iron tools. We still don’t know how they moved huge stone slabs without wheeled carts and shaped them so perfectly. The brilliantly engineered design reveals the Incas had a sophisticated understanding of astronomy and agriculture. But what exactly they were doing up there remains a mystery to this day.

Take the day to explore Machu Picchu at length. Discover the Inca’s history as you walk through squares, temples, fountains, monuments, and residences of the most important religious, political, and cultural center of the Empire.

Optionally, climb to the summit of Huayna Picchu Mountain* or the top of Machu Picchu Mountain, two natural viewpoints with striking views of the entire citadel.
*additional fee for permit

In the afternoon, board the Vistadome train back to the Sacred Valley where a private transport will take you to the city of Cusco.

Vistadome Train Overview
The PeruRail Vistadome train offers a unique and different way to travel to Machu Picchu. Each of the cars features panoramic windows, enabling you to feel part of your surroundings.
On the return trip you can enjoy fashion shows in your carriage featuring an authentic baby alpaca wool collection, all available for sale. PeruRail Vistadome brings you closer to amazing landscapes and nature en-route to the Inca Citadel, creating a real connection.

Meals included: Breakfast & Lunch

Day 7 | Traveling The Last Stretch Of An Inca Trail

Fast Facts
Duration: 5 hours

Morning Activity Overview
Explore Sacsayhuaman and Qenqo and discover the history of the two most important ceremonial fortresses built by the Incas during their heyday.

Then, walk the last stretch of an ancient Inca Road that will lead you directly to the main square after passing by the bohemian district of San Blas. The main square is the convergence of over thirty thousand kilometers of roads connecting the empire.

Alternatively, we can take you in a vehicle to the center of the city, after visiting the archeological remains.

Afternoon at leisure.

Meals included: Breakfast & Dinner

Day 8 | Transfer To The Airport

Time to say good-bye! Transfer to the airport on time for your flight back home.

Lima: AC Hotel By Marriott Lima Miraflores
Property Overview

Luxurious comfort meets convenient style at AC Hotel Lima Miraflores. This contemporary hotel in Lima, Peru, boasts an unbeatable location at Malecón de la Reserva, with stunning ocean

views of Miraflores. Enjoy easy access to popular attractions, including Costa Verde and Puente de los Suspiros. Walk to Larcomar, an upscale shopping center next to the hotel with many dining, retail, and entertainment options. Kennedy Park and the Indigenous Market are also a short walk away.

Take in stunning views of the ocean and beautiful sunsets from the European-influenced bar, hotel rooms, and rooftop restaurant, Insumo Rooftop, which boasts the best ocean views in Lima. Escape to one of the 161 chic rooms and suites featuring luxury bedding, elegant bathrooms, flat-screen TVs, and free high-speed wifi access. If you’re traveling with a group, reserve one of the two private meeting rooms for your upcoming gathering, and maintain your exercise routine at the 24-hour fitness center. Elevate your travel experience at AC Hotel Lima Miraflores.

Sacred Valley: Tambo Del Inka, Valle Sagrado
Property Overview

Nestled in the heart of the Sacred Valley of the Incas, Tambo del Inka, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, stands as a contemporary doorway to the vast cultural and natural richness of this enchanted region. The only hotel in the Urubamba Valley with a private train station to Machu Picchu, the property offers refined dining, a 24-hour business center, therapeutic spa and premier fitness center, along with an emerald lagoon and blooming riverside gardens.

Aguas Calientes: Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel
Property Overview

Popular with those heading to the ancient citadel of Machu Picchu, Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel is an intimate Andean village with terraced hills, waterfalls, stone pathways, and 83

whitewashed adobe casitas tucked away in the cloud forest. The property has 12 acres of exquisite natural beauty, where 214 bird species and the world’s largest native orchid collection (372 species) have been registered.

After exploring the Historic Sanctuary and in-house excursions, guests can enjoy the Unu Spa, which combines classic nurturing with a mystical Andean approach. Natural products are derived from local botanical extracts (mint, eucalyptus and orchids), thus providing a pleasing spiritual, sensual, and soothing experience. The first-class restaurant features stunning views of Vilcanota River, and shares the secrets of Peruvian cuisine with a contemporary twist.

Cusco: Palacio Del Inka
Property Overview

Considered a historic landmark, Palacio del Inka is a five-centuries-old mansion located in the heart of downtown Cusco. This luxury hotel’s unique & captivating design embraces historical aspects of Peruvian culture while maintaining world-class luxury and modern conveniences. Here you’ll find stone archways, authentic Hispanic art, and ornate gilded antiques.

Enjoy a delectable meal at Inti Raymi, the hotel’s on-site restaurant serving an array of epicurean cuisine and pair it with a selection of wines curated by the Master Sommelier. Harmonize your body and soul with a signature treatment or massage at the luxurious Andes Spirit Spa. Directly across from Koricancha, meaning “Temple of the Sun,” the hotel is just minutes from shops and museums in the main square.

Departure Dates:	2026 October 17-24
Trip Length:	8 Days
Trip Price:	2026 Trip Cost: $5,900 per person, based on double occupancy Includes all transfers, lodging, guiding, and most meals; does not include flights from USA to Lima, Peru or from Cuzco, Peru. All are welcome including spouses and friends -only the veterinarian attending needs to register for the CE. Seminar registration fee for 12 CE hrs: $895.00 Inca trail permits sell out months in advance so please reserve your trip early. A scanned, clear copy of your passport is required with your deposit in order to secure your permit. Optional Huayna Picchu Hike (permit availability dependent, let us know ASAP if you would like us to secure your permit! Rising behind the ruins of Machu Picchu, the towering peak of Huayna Picchu dominates the landscape at 2,720 meters (8,920 feet). Known for its steep, narrow trails and dramatic staircases, Huayna Picchu offers a thrilling climb that begins just outside the citadel gates. Only accessible with a special permit, the ascent demands both physical endurance and a head for heights. After a challenging 1-2 hour hike/climb (it’s both), the summit delivers unparalleled views of the entire citadel below, framed by the Andean ridges. Duration: 2.5 hours round trip (approx.) Exertion Level: Moderate exertion. Very steep and narrow Inca steps along the way. Notes: Not recommended for people with fear of heights or prone to vertigo.
Deposit:	$1,000.00

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