PERU CULINARY TOUR
Description
Day 1: Arrival in Lima & Optional City Tour (D) Upon arrival in Lima, our team will welcome you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel. Depending on your arrival time, you can explore Lima’s historic center on a guided half-day tour, discovering its colonial architecture and vibrant culture. In the evening, enjoy a special welcome dinner at a top local restaurant, introducing you to the flavors of Peruvian cuisine. Day 2: Culinary Tour with Lunch & Optional Dinner (B + L) Embark on a guided culinary tour through Lima, Peru’s gastronomic capital. Visit a local market to learn about native ingredients, taste fresh Peruvian fruits and experience a hands-on cooking session where you’ll prepare the classic ceviche. Savor a delightful lunch, and in the evening, opt for an exquisite dining experience at one of Lima’s top-rated restaurants. Day 3: Flight to Cusco & Sacred Valley with Pisac Ruins (B + L) Fly to Cusco and descend into the Sacred Valley to adjust to the altitude. En route, visit the impressive Pisac Ruins, where you’ll explore ancient terraces and temples with breathtaking valley views. Afterward, enjoy a scenic drive to your hotel, surrounded by the beauty of the Andes. Day 4: Local Community Visit, Maras & Moray with Scenic Lunch (B + L) Immerse yourself in the Andean way of life with a visit to a local community, where you’ll learn about traditional agriculture and daily life. Then, explore the stunning Maras Salt Mines and the circular terraces of Moray, an ancient Incan agricultural laboratory. Midday, savor a delicious lunch at a landscape restaurant with spectacular views. Day 5: Ollantaytambo, Pachamanca Lunch & Train to Aguas Calientes (B + L) Discover the impressive Ollantaytambo ruins, an ancient Incan fortress with intricate stonework and rich history. Experience a traditional Pachamanca lunch, where meats and vegetables are slow-cooked underground using hot stones. Complement your meal with a Pisco and coffee tasting before boarding the train to Aguas Calientes for an overnight stay at the base of Machu Picchu. Day 6: Machu Picchu & Return to Cusco (B) Start your day with an early visit to Machu Picchu, the Lost City of the Incas. Explore the ancient citadel with your guide, uncovering its mysteries and breathtaking views. After the tour, return to Aguas Calientes, take the train back to Ollantaytambo and continue by vehicle to Cusco for the night. Day 7: Peruvian Cooking Class & Cusco Walking Tour (B + L) Delve into Cusco’s culinary scene with a private cooking class, where you’ll prepare authentic Peruvian dishes using locally sourced ingredients. After lunch, enjoy a guided walking tour of Cusco’s historic center, exploring landmarks like the Plaza de Armas, the San Pedro Market and the impressive Inca walls. Day 8: Departure (B) At the appropriate time, transfer to the airport for your outbound flight, concluding your unforgettable culinary journey through Peru
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Terms & Conditions for This Tour
These are the key terms that apply to tour bookings. They form part of your contract with 1860 Travels — see the full Terms & Conditions for the complete text.
Pricing, Inclusions & Exclusions
- Prices are per person unless stated otherwise, and may change at any time until your booking confirmation is issued.
- The Inclusions and Exclusions listed on this page are specific to this tour — anything not listed under Inclusions is excluded from the price.
- Prices exclude local taxes, charges, gratuities, food and beverages, and transfers unless expressly stated otherwise. Gratuities are entirely at your discretion.
- Children under 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Student and senior (60+) pricing requires valid ID at the time of booking and on the day of travel.
- Group tariffs may be available for parties of 10 or more — contact us for a quote.
Amendments & Cancellations
- Amendments to this booking can be made by contacting us at least 96 hours before the departure date.
- Cancellation notice must be received at least 1 week before departure, otherwise a 100% cancellation charge applies.
- Theatre tickets, dining products, and overnight tours cannot be amended or cancelled unless otherwise stated at the time of booking.
- For health or pandemic-related cancellations, options may include a travel credit voucher, rebooking on flexible dates, or a full refund, subject to the specific product's conditions.
- If you miss a coach tour through no fault of 1860 Travels, no refund will be issued; a discounted rebooking rate may be offered as a gesture of goodwill.
Refunds & Compensation
- If a venue cannot be visited during the tour due to unforeseen circumstances, a partial refund of the admission value may be issued at our discretion.
- No refund is given for non-operational air conditioning or washroom facilities on an assigned vehicle.
- Refund requests cannot be accepted more than 30 days after the tour's completion.
- Approved refunds are processed within 15–20 working days via the original payment method.
- Third-party tours where 1860 Travels acts as an agent are non-refundable and subject to the supplier's own terms.
Payment
- Full payment is required at the time of booking unless otherwise specified.
- We accept Visa and MasterCard and charge no service fee, though your card issuer may apply its own charges.
- Customer payments are held in a dedicated client money trust account until your booking is completed or cancelled.
