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Arrival in Lima, the 'City of Kings' famous for its Spanish Colonial architecture, extraordinary museums and cuisine. Lima is internationally recognized as the 'Gastronomic Capital of the Americas', and its cuisine is considered among the most diverse and exquisite in the world on par with French cuisine. Upon arrival a host will meet and assist you in transferring to the hotel and in registering. Overnight in Lima.

Breakfast. This half-day tour visits both the colonial and modern sections of Lima. Drive along the fashionable districts of Miraflores and San Isidro, El Parque del Amor (The Park of Love) and the striking beaches of Costa Verde Colonial sites include the lovely Plaza Mayor, the Government Palace, San Francisco Church and the exquisite Torre Tagle Palace modern day seat of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Continue to the Larco Museum in Pueblo Libre. Lunch will be at the lovely “Café del Museo”. A space surrounded by gardens where you can enjoy a unique mixture of culture, history, modernity and good food. The menu contains classical Peruvian dishes - ceviche, causa, stir-fried beef - as well as original international creations or pastas using native ingredients. There is a fine selection of desserts and pisco-based cocktails. Afterwards, visit the world famous Larco Museum, founded in 1926, displays remarkable chronological galleries providing an excellent overview on 3000 years of development of Peruvian pre-Columbian history. Located in a unique vice-royal mansion of the 18th century built over a 7th century pre-Columbian pyramid is surrounded by beautiful gardens. The Larco Museum also features the finest gold and silver collection from Ancient Peru and the famous erotic archaeological collection, one of the most visited Peruvian tourist attractions.

At night, you will have dinner at Astrid & Gaston. Considered as the best restaurant in Latin American and one of the top 25 best in the world. The food is absolutely wonderful. This stylish and colonial restaurant, the first in Peru becoming a member of Relais & Chateaux, is owned and managed by a Cordon Bleu–trained, husband/wife team. Astrid (pastry chef) and Gaston (principal chef) made a name for themselves with this highly successful restaurant. Located one block from Miraflores Main Plaza is “the dinning place” for upscale locals. Overnight in Lima.

Breakfast.Early morning transfer from the hotel to the airport for a short but spectacular flight over the snowcapped Andes to the oldest inhabited city in the hemisphere, Cusco, at an elevation of 11,440 feet. Upon arrival a host will meet and assist you in transferring to the hotel and in registering Upon arrival a host will meet and assist you in transferring to the hotel and am registering Sacred Valley. Rest of the day free to acclimatize.

A casual gastronomic style that emphasises local flavours and customs. Delicious Peruvian cuisine at the 'Chef Table'. The underground wine cellar contains vintages from all over the world and the restaurant promotes Peruvian pisco. The restaurant -decorated with item of popular Peruvian art- is the place to enjoy the privileged atmosphere of the Sacred Valley. It has direct access and facilities for events of all types, artistic and cultural shows, cookery classes and demonstrations tours and wine tasting.Overnight at the Sacred Valley.

Breakfast. Early morning transfer from the hotel to the airport for a short but spectacular flight over the snowcapped Andes to the oldest inhabited city in the hemisphere, Cusco, at an elevation of 11,440 feet. Immediate transfer to the Sacred Valley at 8,200 feet of altitude. Continue to the Pisac Indian Market, a colonial village of Pisac where an Indian Market takes place every day. During your visit to the bustling marketplace you will have the opportunity to bargain with the natives for many different types of Peruvian handicrafts and jewelry. Lunch is served at Hacienda Huayoccari. The most noticeable aspect of the house is its sensational setting, dominating the Urubamba valley in the midst of the highland crags and vegetation through which the river flows. Above it, on the very mountain top within sight of heaven are two lakes, which seem to seethe on a rainy night. With magnificent views of the Urubamba River, the Casa-Hacienda has the magical ability to make us forget the reality of life. Today’s lunch will be a remarkable event

Pablo Seminario Ceramic Studio has been dedicated to the discovery of techniques and designs from ancient Peruvian cultures. Pablo presents a new art expression, providing continuity to these cultural inheritances. He concentrates on making large-format works of art, 'great plates', as he calls them, at his personal workshop. The images that emerge here are the result of the patient work of following the tradition of pre-Colombian pottery, an ambitious task which got underway 20 years ago and which he continues to develop.

Continue to the Ollantaytambo archaeological complex, the Incas built it as a fort that included a temple, agricultural terraces, and an urban area. There are two distinct sectors: The religious and worship zone, and the residential area. Ollantaytambo was an important administrative center with probable military functions if one considers the walls and towers. There are also traces of ancient roads and aqueducts. The town of Ollantaytambo is called a 'Living Inca Town' since the inhabitants maintain very old practices and customs. Lunch is at a beautiful country estate on the shores of the Urubamba River.

Breakfast. Morning train ride aboard the most luxurious railway service in South America to enjoy the unbelievable sights of the 'Lost City of the Incas,' Machu Picchu. A brunch will be served on board and you will be able to enjoy its open bar. At your arrival, you will be transferred to the hotel and have the rest of the day at leisure to rest and enjoy the facilities of the hotel. Dinner at Café Inkaterra, located at the hotel. Overnight in Aguas Calientes.

Breakfast. Guided tour to Machu Picchu. Perched 8,200 feet above the valley, it was hidden by mountains and semi-tropical jungles for 400 years until discovered by Hiram Bingham of Yale University in 1911. Archaeologists believe that the Inca 'Virgins of the Sun' took refuge from the Spanish Conquistadors here. Guided tour of the Sanctuary and plenty of free time to study the mysterious site. Lunch at the Orient Express Sanctuary Lodge, located just a few steps from the Inca citadel is also included. At your return to your hotel, you will enjoy a relaxing massage at Unu Spa. Dinner at Café Inkaterra, located at the hotel. Overnight in Aguas Calientes.

Breakfast. For this morning, you can choose either do a walk to the Orchids Garden of the hotel, one of the biggest and most important in all the country or either do a birdwatching tour to discover unique birds including some endemic species. Rest of the day at leisure to enjoy the facilities of the hotel. In the afternoon, you will take your Hiram Bingham train back to Cusco. You will be able to have a wonderful dinner on board and enjoy some drinks at the bar wagon. Overnight in Cusco.

Breakfast. Visitors are caught up in the excitement of touring the ancient capital of the Inca Empire, a delightful combination of Inca and colonial architecture. The tour visits important landmarks such us Cusco's Cathedral, Plaza de Armas and Koricancha “The Temple of the Sun”. This tour of the oldest continuously inhabited city in the western hemisphere also includes the nearby ruins of Kenko, Puca-Pucara, Tambomachay as well as the Sacsayhuaman fortress, an imposing example of Inca military architecture.

Lunch will be at Chicha Restaurant, by worldwide famous chef Gastón Acurio. A wonderful restaurant where you will have the chance to enjoy the best of traditional Peruvian food in a modern way. Rest of the day will be at leisure to enjoy the city at your own pace.

The exclusive MAP Café is located inside the MAP Museum (Museo de Arte Pre-Colombino), with an elegant and minimalist design of glass and steel that creates a pleasant setting. They offer and impressive and appetizing selection of ingenious dishes from the Contemporary-Peruvian Cuisine. One of the best choices in Cusco. Return to the hotel. Overnight in Cusco.

Breakfast. Transfer to the airport for your departure to Lima and your connecting international flight. Arrive home full of great memories of the rich tradition of Colonial Lima and the mystical Land of the Incas.