2025 Luxury Chile & Peru Tour with Amazon cruise

Arrival to Santiago, reception at the airport and transfer by private vehicle to the deluxe five star hotel, Ritz Carlton Hotel. Check in to your hotel.

After breakfast, enjoy a morning tour to discover Santiago, a cosmopolitan city which has become one of South America's most modern hubs. Described by the international media as a surprising destination, Santiago stands out for being a cosmopolitan and modern city that perfectly combines its traditions with a modern outlook. The tour is absolutely flexible but will take you to visit the heart of the city and its emblematic sites such as the Plaza de Armas, the Cathedral, Santiago's Central Postal Office and its Municipality. We will also visit the Moneda Palace, which is the government's headquarters as well as the traditional neighborhoods of the historic city center.

After breakfast, enjoy a private full day tour beginning at Valparaíso, one of the main ports of Chile proclaimed a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 2003. We will walk through its beautiful streets and contemplate from its balconies the wonderful bay and hills full of colours, which have inspired famous painters, architects, draftsmen, musicians and poets. Optionally you can visit the Pablo Neruda House Museum La Sebastiana (extra cost). We will visit the Sotomayor Square, meet the monument to Iquique Heroes and visit the port. Then continue to Viña del Mar, also known as "Ciudad Jardín" (Garden City) stands out for the beauty of its palaces, the famous flower clock and its extensive coast with 8 kilometers of beaches, walks and rockeries.
A private Tour with tasting in Casas del Bosque Vineyards:
Casas del Bosque is one of the most important vineyards in Casablanca. It has gained great prestige, and in 2010 became the best vineyard to visit in Chile. The tour includes:
Guided tour through our vineyards, a visit to the barrel cellar with tasting of 5 wines (1 wine Gran Reserva,3 wines Pequeñas producciones and 1 wine Ícono). Fine cheeseboard included before return to your hotel in Santiago.

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for the flight to Peru (currently not included). Arrival to Lima, reception at the airport and transfer by private vehicle to the deluxe five star hotel, Miraflores Park Hotel. Check in to your hotel.

After a delicious breakfast at the observatory restaurant with spectacular views of both Lima and the Pacific Ocean, you will enjoy a visit of colonial and modern Lima, starting in the centre of this vibrant, metropolis. The tour will include a visit of the cathedral, dating from 1654 which still houses the remains of the conquistador Pizarro in the foyer; the Main Square, with the original bronze fountain built in 1650, the Government Palace where the President has his official residence and the San Francisco Convent, with its famous catacombs. Lima, known as the city of the kings, was founded in 1535 by Pizarro and after several devastating earthquakes was rebuilt in 1991; the same year that UNESCO declared Lima a world heritage site. One of the very few South American cities that preserve the colonial past, Lima was home to the Spanish viceroy during the time of the Spanish colonial power. A visit to the Larco Museum before returning to your hotel.

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Cusco, the ancient Inca capital of the Incas. After the one hour flight, reception and private transfer to the Sacred Valley, situated between Pisac and Ollantaytambo. It is an exceptionally fertile valley that was and remains the larder of Cuzco. You will visit the village of Pisac, founded during colonial times, and set at the foot of a hill crowned by the remains of an ancient Inca city. Buffet Lunch before continuing your trip to Ollantaytambo, the only Inca town that was not defeated by the Spanish with an opportunity to explore the ruins which tower above. You will then arrive to your hotel, the Rio Sagrado Lodge.

After breakfast, visit to Ollantaytambo, the only Inca town that was not defeated by the Spanish with an opportunity to explore the ruins which tower above. A tour to the salt pans of Maras and the Moray agricultural site before lunch and then return to your hotel. Perhaps enjoy a soothing massage before dinner.

Enjoy a good night's sleep before transfer to the railway station for the Luxury Hiram Bingham train to Machu Picchu. The 1 ½ hour journey aboard these luxury carriages is the perfect way to enjoy the voyages to Machu Picchu in great style and comfort. Delicious brunch is served before arriving to Machu Picchu.
A guided visit of the most spectacular ancient city in the world. Built by the Inca Pachacutec, and comprising stone blocks fitted with masterful precision, Machu Picchu harmoniously blends into the mountain landscape. There are many theories as to the origins behind Machu Picchu but three of the most popular ideas include a temple to the sun, a fortress against the jungle inhabitants or a sanctuary for the Incas. This fabulous city has houses, temples, warehouses, a large central square, all connected by narrow roads and steps, and is surrounded by terraces cut into the mountain side which were used for agriculture. Opportunity to visit the sungate (Intipunku), which is a part of the Inca Trail, for a magical view of the sanctuary. Free exploration before overnight stay at the Sanctuary Lodge.

A marvelous day to return to the site before more vistors arrive in the morning. Lunch at the hotel before you descend to the railway station and return in the evening by Hiram Bingham train to Poroy. Enjoy dinner and cocktails aboard the train. Arrival and transfer to your hotel in Cusco, the Belmond Palacio Nazarenas.

After breakfast, enjoy a guided tour of Cuzco including the Cathedral, Qoricancha temple, the Inca fortress of Sacsayhuaman overlooking Cuzco, Qenko and Puka Pukara.
Cuzco's history extends back to before 1000 BC when the Marcavalle Culture was the dominant power; indeed organized life in the City began practically with them. In the second phase of its history, around 800BC, Cuzco was home to the Chanapata culture and later developed several regional states. What is traditionally known as the Inka civilisation began around 1200 AD in its initial phase, with the first Inka, Manko Capaq and Mama Ocllo. It is also suggested that Pachakuteq, the ninth king, elaborated another foundation in 1438 which is also known as the expansive phase. Inca builders hereafter laid out the city in the form of a puma, with the fortress of Sacsayhuaman as the head.
After the arrival of the Spanish to the city on November 15th 1533, Francisco Pizarro re-founded it for the Spanish King on March 23rd 1534. In 1536 Manko Inka began a long and bloody war against the Spanish invaders with a siege lasting over 8 months over the city. Finally in 1572, after a war that lasted 36 years, Tupaq Amaru I, the last emperor of the Inka dynasty was defeated, captured and executed in the city's main square. The Spanish subsequently destroyed many of the structures in the city or used them as foundations for many of their own churches and buildings. Afternoon free.

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for the return flight back to Lima and your connecting flight to Iquitos. Board the luxury Aqua Nera cruise for your 4 day journey.
Settle into your comfortable suite and enjoy an introduction from the naturalist guides.

Aboard comfortable skiffs, you will set sail from the Amazon River to the Yanayacu Yacapana River. Be readt with binoculars to spot tropical birds, black collared hawks and sloths. Line-fish for the Amazon'z ferocious piranhas whilst the guides share their knowledge of the Amazon.
In the afternoon, we sail to Yarapa River, a black water tributary of the Ucayali River. Here, we'll embark on a stargazing session and an excursion in search of nocturnal wildlife.

Today we get an early start to explore the Clavero Lake on board our skiffs. Here villagers rely on traditional dugout canoes to get around. You will have the opportunity to swim in the lake's calm waters or visit native residents of the Amazon. In the afternoon, we will explore the majestic Maranon River in search of different kinds of wildlife.

In the morning, take a guided visit to the local market. Marvel at the regional produce of the Amazon and sample exotic snacks if you wish. For those interested, there'll also be the opportunity to visit an experienced bee keeper in the community of San Francisco.
Return to the cruise for breakfast before disembarkation. En route to the airport, visit the Manatee Rescue centre where orphaned manatees rehabilitate before they are released back into the wild. Transfer to the airport for your return flight to Lima.

End of our services.