Very Best of Peru & Chile Tour

In the morning, you can relax with the aromas of freshly baked bread and coffee beans from the surrounding Andes in the hotel dining room. Your guide will meet you at the hotel in the afternoon for an immersive tour into the City of Kings. At the Convento de San Francisco, you will find a shining yellow facade that hides the catacombs of the city’s first cemetery. Your guide will take you into the cool ambiance of the maze of narrow halls below the monastery, where approximately 10,000 people were buried.

Your guide will take you to the Pachacamac ruins after breakfast to discover the culture and architectural wonders that date back to the 8th century. The temple was dedicated to the sun god and features adobe walls that are shaped like a pyramid. The multicolored walls retain hints of grand frescoes, including an image of a fish. The pyramid was an important pilgrimage destination in pre-Columbian Peru. At the Larco Museum, you will view one of the largest collections of ancient Peruvian treasures. The impressive gallery displays over 45,000 artifacts that span more than 5,000 years of history.

Your private transfer will escort you to the airport in the morning for your flight to Cusco. Your guide will meet you upon arrival and lead you into the historical and spiritual ambiance of Pisac. The town will shine with exuberant colors from the famous market where members of the surrounding communities showcase their woven creations. The aromas of roasted chicken will fade beneath the scent of llama wool and bright dyes. Your guide will lead you to the citadel where Inca ruins fill the triangular plateau. Here, the agricultural terraces sweep across the steep foothills and create graceful curves.

After breakfast, your guide will escort you on a private tour of the fascinating towns in the Sacred Valley, beginning with Moray. The scent of grass and crisp air will sweep across the famous terraces for which the town is known. The landscaped features date back to the Inca and are known for possessing a temperature difference of up to 27 degrees Fahrenheit between the top and bottom tier. After visiting the salt pans of Maras, you will reach the dramatic ruins of Ollantaytambo. The fortress looms above the surrounding valley at 9,160 feet above sea level.

This morning, you will board the train to Machu Picchu at Ollantaytambo station. The Vistadome’s glass ceiling will offer you a view of the landscape as you pass beneath snow-capped peaks and lush cloud forests. Your guide will lead you on a private tour of the renowned Lost City of the Incas at Machu Picchu upon your arrival. The city is located at 7,972 feet above sea level. The Temple of the Sun was used for tribute and offerings, and it crowns the plateau with granite stone and a large door with two windows.

You will return to Machu Picchu in the morning to explore the greater archeological site at your leisure. Here, you will discover the beauty along the Machu Picchu Mountain Trek. The route offers wide walkways that are nestled between the surrounding mountains. The view will give way to the base of the mountain with steep steps that narrow along the descent, which connect the ridge to the summit for breathtaking views of Machu Picchu, Huayna Picchu, and the surrounding Putucusi Mountains. You will take the train to Cusco, where your private transfer will escort you to the comforts of your luxurious hotel.

The scent of rich chocolate and delicious local coffee will fill the dining room of your hotel at breakfast. After spending the morning at your leisure, your guide will meet you in the hotel lobby for a walking tour of Cusco’s colonial history. The cobblestone streets and winding staircase that connect the city center will lead you to the Plaza de Armas and San Pedro Market. At the Palace of the Archbishop, your guide will point out the 12-angled stone. The archeological artifact is a national heritage object due to its unique composition that reflects the Inca’s advanced knowledge of stonework and construction.

Santiago is a vibrant capital city pressed against the foothills of the Andes Mountains. The ambiance of art and culture sweeps through the streets beneath the skyscraper and looming snow-capped peaks with the central plazas that date back to the mid-16th century. Your private transfer will greet you at Arturo Merino Benitez Airport and escort you to the comfort of your accommodation. Your tour will lead you through the city for insight into the history and culture of Chile, which is embodied in the mural that decorates the Universidad de Chile metro station, spanning more than 6,458 square feet.

Your guide will escort you to the coastal city of Valparaiso in the morning. The sea breeze will carry a briny aroma to the foothills. As you explore the city, you can visit the home of poet Pablo Neruda, who drew inspiration from the water. You can enjoy the views of the active harbor and preserved 1950s furniture that decorates the rooms. In the charming landscape of a celebrated vineyard, you can bask in the panoramic views of the vines and mountains as you sample a selection of wines to find notes of cherry with hints of cedar in the Syrah.

The complex aromas of coffee will filter through Santiago in the morning from the coffee shops that serve specialty blends. After breakfast, your private transfer will take you to the airport for your flight to Easter Island. After landing at Mataveri International Airport, you will reach the luxuries of your hotel and have the remainder of the day at your leisure. The island possesses a mystical allure as one of the most isolated destinations in the world nearly 2,300 miles away from Santiago. You can stroll through Hanga Roa as the scent of the sea drifts through the streets.

You will embark on a private tour in the morning to reach the caldera of Rano Kau volcano. The ancient crater is over 2.5 million years old and possesses a diameter that reaches nearly one mile long. The crater lake will glisten with a pristine blue before you visit the ceremonial village of Orongo. Tortora reeds will fill the nearby bog as you wander along the dramatic landscape that is decorated with houses of overlapping stone slabs. Soil and grass cover the arched roofs, and at Ahu Akivi, you will find seven moai facing the sea and looking toward the setting sun.

Your culture and history tour of Easter Island will continue at the white sands of Anakena. The site acted as the landing spot for the first king and, today, hosts two important archeological destinations. Ahu Ature Huke is considered the first moai to be reestablished on a pedestal. At Ahu Nau Nau, you will find the moai decorated with characteristic topknots. You will continue to Akahanga, where the breeze sweeps across the windswept grass. The 15 moai on a platform represents the largest monolithic monument in Eastern Polynesia. The surrounding cliffs and lapping waves will create a majestic ambiance.

With a day at your leisure on Easter Island, you can discover the treasures beyond the mysterious archeological features. For a unique exploration of the island, you can enjoy a snorkeling tour to uncover the abundant wildlife in the surrounding coral beds. At Anakena Beach, you can relax beneath the fragrant coconut palms and dig your toes into the soft white sands. You will find calm water as you discover the splendid visibility that reaches up to 196 feet. The rocky seafloor will give way to images of bright coral and passing butterflyfish.

In the morning, the aroma of sugarcane and plantains will fill the dining room of your hotel. You will find delicious local staples that are symbolic of the island culture and Polynesian heritage. The sunlight will spread over the island and highlight the diverse beauty of the secluded destination, once again revealing the mystical statues and the captivating active lifestyle. After breakfast, your private transfer will meet you at the hotel and escort you to the airport. You will have plenty of time to board your flight home, bringing an end to your unforgettable Peru and Chile highlights tour.