Culinary

Our Taste of Peru program is one of our most popular itineraries as it is unique and includes exclusive culinary activities and cooking classes especially designed by us. Our company was the pioneer in providing culinary tours in Peru, and we have developed in-depth knowledge of the country’s culinary treasures. This tour mixes a taste of native “criolla” and traditional food with trendy fusion cuisine through demonstrations, cooking classes, and tastings. All of this is wrapped in a framework of history and culture that explains each part of the tour and helps our guests understand the origin of all the wonderful, distinct tastes. Depending on your budget and preferences, you can customize the program by adding or removing days or classes. We can create a Taste of Peru itinerary just for you.

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This is a luxury itinerary with a mix of adventurous and culinary activities. This program combines comfort and authenticity in one of the most unique places in the world. This journey will take you into the heart of the Inca Empire, exploring the impressive sites of Sacsayhuaman and other sites around the city of Cusco, such as Ollantaytambo in the Sacred Valley of the Incas, before reaching Machu Picchu. This itinerary also includes amazing culinary activities and optional special activities to choose depending on your interests. Enjoy this marvelous country in style!

This is our mainstay program, with an addittional cruise by the wonderful AmazonRiver. You will begin your journey in Cusco, exploring the impressive sites of Sacsayhuaman and other surrounding sites around the city of Cusco, such as Ollantaytambo, in the Sacred Valley of the Incas, before reaching Machu Picchu. After this you will continue with your cruise to the Amazon, which constitutes over half of the planet’s remaining rainforest. This excursion is very special as it is a less “traveled road”. It is an amazing opportunity to explore the Amazon and all its wonders in the comfort of a boat. You will see exotic plants and incredible animals as the pink dolphin, and learn about the native’s cultures and customs. The Amazon River is the life force of the forest, rising in the Peruvian Andes and winding its way east over the northern half of South America until reaching the Atlantic Ocean. During this cruise you will visit the Pacaya Samiria National Reserve, the largest protected flooded forests in the world, making it one of the primary intact swathes of rainforest in the Peruvian Amazon.

This special culinary week-end has been designed for those who want to enjoy and learn more about Peruvian gastronomy and culture. After visiting one of the best markets in the country, you will learn how to prepare a good Pisco Sour and to cook a tasty ceviche, the Peruvian national dish. Then, you will have time to try the best food in town, dining at 1087 Bistro. On your last day, you will visit the city centre with a special tour around the Main Square and the most famous districts of the city, such as Miraflores and San Isidro. This program allows you to learn about Peruvian culinary tradition and history.