Peru & Ecuador: Machu Picchu, the Sacred Valley & the Galapagos with the Amazon

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Living Large in Lima Begin your journey with a guided exploration of Lima’s vibrant capital. Join your Local Guide on the city’s colonial heritage during a walking tour. Start at a local market to experience the local’s life, then continue to the Plaza de Armas to see the Government Palace and the cathedral. From here, stroll to the venerable San Francisco Monastery with its splendid 17th-century cloister murals. The day concludes in the bohemian district of Barranco, where you’ll enjoy a guided walk across the iconic Bridge of Sighs (Puente de los Suspiros) and admire the historic Barranco mansions. This evening, enjoy a [LOCAL FAVORITE] welcome dinner with your fellow traveling companions at one of Lima’s finest historic homes. (B,D) LOCAL FAVORITE SMALL GROUP EXCLUSIVE This evening, gather with your fellow travelers for a memorable welcome dinner at Casa García Alvarado, one of Lima’s most distinguished historic homes. Nestled in the upscale Miraflores district, this beautifully preserved mansion offers an intimate introduction to Peru’s refined hospitality. As you step inside, you’ll be welcomed into gracious salons and elegant gardens that reflect Lima’s aristocratic past. Enjoy a thoughtfully prepared dinner showcasing Peruvian flavors, served in a setting that blends history, sophistication, and warmth. This special evening provides the perfect opportunity to connect with your traveling companions and celebrate the beginning of your journey through Peru and beyond.

Empire of the Andes Fly to Cusco, the impressive Andean city that was once the capital of the Inca Empire. Head into the Sacred Valley of the Incas where you will visit Manos de la Comunidad to learn about the cultural importance of Llamas and Alpacas followed by a special lunch prepared exclusively for Globus guests at a private location. Here, experience an [LOCAL FAVORITE] El Pago a la Tierra, or Mother Earth Ceremony, performed by a local shaman. Continue to the Casa Eva, your boutique hotel in Sacred Valley for a 2-night stay. (B,L,D) LOCAL FAVORITE CULTURE & TRADITION Feel the earth and smell the coca leaves, as you make payment to Mother Earth. Participate in an El Pago a la Tierra, an ancient ceremony led by a shaman thanking Mother Earth and asking for good health, wealth, and safe travels. These mystical ceremonies have been practiced in Peru since before the arrival of the Incas. TOUR HIGHLIGHT SMALL GROUP EXCLUSIVE ACCOMMODATION Casa Eva is an intimate retreat of just 21 rooms, where contemporary design meets Andean tradition. Thoughtfully curated with natural materials, handcrafted textiles, and modern art, each room offers 400-thread-count linens, Italian bath amenities, central heating, and sweeping views of the Sacred Valley. Guests enjoy inspired Peruvian cuisine at Eva Restaurant, featuring local ingredients such as native corn, colorful potatoes, and Andean herbs, alongside signature cocktails at Eva Bar. Rooted in sustainability and community, Casa Eva invites travelers to connect deeply with the culture, flavors, and spirit of the Sacred Valley of the Incas.

Living Cultures of the Andes Visit a local community for an immersive cultural experience on a Small Group Exclusive. Community members welcome you and share their agricultural practices and textile traditions, including demonstrations such as creating [LOCAL FAVORITE] quipus—an ancient Inca recording device made of knotted, colored strings, often using llama or alpaca hair. Then enjoy a traditional Pachamanca feast—a rustic yet exclusive experience centered on genuine human connection. Later, visit the remarkable Moray agricultural terraces and the Maras Salt Mines. (B,L) LOCAL FAVORITE SMALL GROUP EXCLUSIVE Step into the daily rhythms of Andean life during an intimate visit to a local community. You’ll be warmly welcomed by community members who open their homes and traditions, offering rare insight into time-honored agricultural practices and textile artistry. Watch as ancient knowledge comes to life through hands-on demonstrations, including the creation of quipus—the intricate knotted string system once used by the Incas to record history, numbers, and stories. The experience culminates in a memorable Pachamanca feast, prepared underground using ancestral techniques passed down through generations. As ingredients slowly cook beneath heated stones, you’ll share moments of conversation, connection, and authenticity. Rustic yet refined, private yet deeply human, this is an immersive encounter that celebrates culture, heritage, and the power of genuine connection.