PERU'S SUN FESTIVAL: Inti Raymi & Machu Picchu
June 17 to 25, 2026 

​Arrive in Cusco this morning and descend into the Sacred Valley, where emerald fields and Inca terraces unfold beneath snow-capped peaks. Check in at Tambo del Inka, a serene riverside retreat blending modern luxury with ancient spirit. Ride by mototaxi through Urubamba to meet local artisans and visit the nearby archaeological site linked to the Huayna Capac Palace, once an Incan royal estate. As evening falls, gather with your guide and fellow travelers for a welcome drink and dinner—your introduction to Peru’s living heritage.

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Overnight: Tambo del Inka

Meals: Dinner 

Journey to Pisac, where terraced hillsides and Inca ruins overlook the valley below. Explore the colorful artisan market before lunch at Hacienda Huayoccari, a private family estate renowned for its colonial art and sweeping mountain views. Continue to Ollantaytambo, a living Inca town crowned by its Temple of the Sun. Return to your hotel for a Pisco Sour demonstration and an engaging talk on the history and mysteries of Machu Picchu. 

Overnight: Tambo del Inka

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Board the Vistadome Train directly from Tambo del Inka, following the winding path of the Urubamba River through lush valleys and mist-shrouded peaks. Arrive in Aguas Calientes and ascend by coach to Machu Picchu, the Lost City of the Incas. With your expert guide, explore temples, terraces, and sacred plazas that echo the wisdom of the ancients. Absorb the stillness of the Andes and the spiritual energy of this UNESCO World Heritage Site before returning by train in the late afternoon.

Overnight: Tambo del Inka

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Embrace the valley’s natural rhythm and customize your day. Paddleboard or kayak across the tranquil waters of Lake Piuray, climb via ferrata and zipline across rugged cliffs, or enjoy a gentle horseback ride through the countryside. Prefer relaxation? Unwind with yoga or a soothing spa treatment. In the evening, share a home-hosted dinner with a local family—an intimate and authentic connection to Andean life.

Overnight: Tambo del Inka

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Bid farewell to the valley and travel through the highlands to Moray, an ancient Inca agricultural laboratory of concentric terraces. Continue to the gleaming salt ponds of Maras, where thousands of shimmering pools cascade down the mountainside. Enjoy a farm-to-table lunch highlighting regional ingredients—quinoa, native potatoes, and corn—before arriving in Cusco, where cobblestone streets, colonial plazas, and Inca stone walls reflect a seamless blend of past and present.

Overnight: Palacio del Inka

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Begin with a traditional shamanic blessing, embracing the Andean harmony between people, nature, and cosmos. Visit Cusco Cathedral and the golden Koricancha Temple, once the spiritual heart of the Inca Empire. Stroll through Huanchac Market, where locals barter for fruit, spices, and countless varieties of potatoes. Join a hands-on cooking class, mastering Peruvian classics such as lomo saltado or causa, paired with a signature Pisco cocktail. The afternoon is free to explore Cusco’s galleries, boutiques, and lively streets. 

Overnight: Palacio del Inka

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Venture into the highlands beyond Cusco to meet communities preserving centuries-old Andean customs. Observe master weavers at their looms, each design a story of land and lineage. Hike alongside llamas through rolling pastures to Qenqo, a sacred site carved from living rock, before continuing to Sacsayhuamán, the monumental fortress that once guarded the Incan capital. As dusk approaches, Cusco comes alive with festival energy—dancers in vibrant costume, drums and flutes echoing through the streets, incense perfuming the evening air.

Overnight: Palacio del Inka

Meals: Breakfast

Step into the spectacle of Inti Raymi, Peru’s grandest celebration of the Sun God. Witness the Inca King’s ceremonial appearance at Koricancha, then follow the vibrant procession to Sacsayhuamán. Amid the rhythm of flutes and drums, marvel at reenacted rituals once central to the Inca Empire. Dancers in radiant costumes honor the winter solstice and the renewal of life. Conclude your journey with a festive farewell dinner, raising a glass to the spirit of the Andes and the warmth of its people.

Overnight: Palacio del Inka

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Transfer to Cusco Airport for your flight to Lima and onward journey home. Reflect on the grandeur of Machu Picchu, the joy of Inti Raymi, and the enduring spirit of the Peruvian Andes—where every sunrise still honors the light of Inti, the Sun God

Overnight: Palacio del Inka

Meals: Breakfast