South America is what we do
Peru Essentials
Machu Picchu & the Sacred Valley
A carefully designed small-group journey through Lima, the Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu and Cusco.
$2,497
per person
double occupancy
Reserve your place today with a $250 per-person deposit.
The deposit is credited toward your final balance.
International airfare to and from Lima is not included, giving you the freedom to choose your airline, U.S. departure city, schedule and miles strategy.
7 Days
6 hotel nights
Lima → Cusco → Lima
Domestic flights included
Vistadome
Scenic train included
Hosted
Tour Leader travels with group
Moderate
Walking + high altitude
A personal invitation
Thinking About Machu Picchu? Watch This First.
A short message from Isaias Reis about why we created this journey, what is already organized for you, and what makes this personally hosted departure different.
Why you’ll love this trip
The Peru You’ve Dreamed About — Without Piecing It Together Yourself.
Everything important inside Peru is organized so you can focus on experiencing the destination rather than building the trip piece by piece.
- ✓Machu Picchu with a professional local guide — the centerpiece of the journey.
- ✓Two nights in the Sacred Valley before the main Cusco stay.
- ✓Vistadome train through dramatic Andean scenery.
- ✓Domestic flights included for the Lima–Cusco–Lima route used by the group.
- ✓Free day in Cusco so the journey does not feel over-programmed.
One trip. The essential Peru experience.
Four Reasons This Journey Is Different.
Personally Hosted
Your Tour Leader travels with the group, while expert Peruvian guides lead the destination experiences.
Small-Group Format
A more personal travel experience than the typical large motorcoach tour.
Major Logistics Included
Hotels, key sightseeing, transfers, domestic flights, Machu Picchu entrance and scenic rail are organized.
Freedom on International Air
Choose the airline, schedule, departure city and points strategy that work for you.
December 5–11, 2026
Your Journey Through Peru
Seven days focused on the destinations first-time Peru travelers most want to experience — without turning the itinerary into a race.
Day 1
Welcome to Peru | Lima
Arrive in Lima and transfer to the hotel. That evening, meet your fellow travelers over a welcome dinner and begin the journey together.
Overnight: Lima · Meals: Dinner
Day 2
From Lima to the Andes
Discover highlights of Lima before flying to Cusco and continuing into the Sacred Valley, where the group settles in for two nights.
Overnight: Sacred Valley · Meals: Breakfast
Day 3
The Sacred Valley of the Incas
Explore Pisac and Ollantaytambo, combining Andean landscapes, living traditions and remarkable Inca history in one unforgettable day.
Overnight: Sacred Valley · Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 4 · The moment you’ve been waiting for
Machu Picchu
Board the panoramic Vistadome train and travel through the Andes to one of the world’s great archaeological treasures. Explore the citadel with an expert local guide before returning by train and continuing to Cusco.
Overnight: Cusco · Meals: Breakfast
Day 5
Discover Cusco
Visit the Cathedral, Koricancha, Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Puca Pucara and Tambomachay. The afternoon is yours to explore Cusco at your own pace.
Overnight: Cusco · Meals: Breakfast
Day 6
Cusco, Your Way
A free day to explore, shop, relax or choose an optional experience. That evening, the group comes together for a farewell dinner with a cultural show.
Overnight: Cusco · Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 7
Hasta Luego, Peru
Transfer to Cusco Airport for the included return flight to Lima. Connect independently with your international flight home — or continue with the optional Lake Titicaca extension.
Meals: Breakfast
No hunting for the fine print
What’s Included
Included
✓ 6 nights of hotel accommodation
✓ Daily breakfast
✓ Welcome dinner in Lima
✓ Sacred Valley lunch
✓ Farewell dinner & cultural show in Cusco
✓ Lima sightseeing
✓ Full-day Sacred Valley experience
✓ Vistadome train to/from Machu Picchu
✓ Machu Picchu entrance & guided visit
✓ Cusco city and archaeological sites tour
✓ English-speaking local guides
✓ Transfers as specified
✓ Lima–Cusco & Cusco–Lima domestic flights
✓ One checked bag on included domestic flights
✓ Applicable domestic-flight taxes
✓ Tour Leader traveling with the group
Not Included
✓ International airfare to/from Lima
✓ Travel insurance
✓ Meals not listed as included
✓ Gratuities
✓ Personal expenses
✓ Optional activities
✓ Excess baggage
✓ Services not specifically listed
Your hotels
Comfort Along the Way
Your hotels
Sonesta — Lima
* or similar
One night in Lima
Sacred Valley
Sonesta Posadas del Inca Yucay
* or similar
Two nights in the Sacred Valley.
Cusco
Sonesta Hotel Cusco
* or similar
Three nights in the historic capital of the Inca Empire.
Meet your Tour Leader
Travel With Someone Who Knows South America.
Isaias Reis, Founder and Managing Director of Brazil Tour Operator, will personally accompany this inaugural Peru Essentials departure.
With more than three decades of experience in international tourism, Isaias will travel with the group while professional Peruvian guides lead the local experiences.
You’re not simply booking a package online. You’re joining a personally accompanied journey.
December 5–11, 2026
South America Is What We Do.
Brazil may be in our name, but our operating experience reaches across South America.
Peru Essentials brings that destination expertise directly to U.S. travelers in a personally accompanied small-group format.
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December 5–11, 2026
Ready to Experience Peru?
Peru Essentials · Machu Picchu & the Sacred Valley
7 Days / 6 Nights
$2,497
per person · double occupancy
Reserve your place for $250 per person.
Your deposit is credited toward your final trip balance.
Machu Picchu entrance and train inventory require advance confirmation. Space is limited by the trip’s small-group format and supplier availability.
Optional post-tour extension
Not Ready for Peru to End?
Lake Titicaca · 3 Days / 2 Nights
Continue across the Peruvian highlands to Puno and Lake Titicaca, including Uros and Taquile islands.
Minimum participation: 6 travelers.
Before you reserve
Frequently Asked Questions
No. International airfare to and from Lima is not included. You choose the airline, departure city, schedule and points strategy that work best for you.
Yes. Lima–Cusco and Cusco–Lima domestic flights required for the main itinerary are included, with one checked bag and applicable taxes.
A $250 per-person deposit reserves your place. It is credited toward the final trip price.
Yes. Solo travelers are welcome. A single-room supplement applies and must be inserted into the final published page.
The itinerary includes moderate walking, uneven surfaces, stairs and significant altitude. Travelers should be comfortable with these conditions.
The itinerary spends two nights in the Sacred Valley before the main Cusco stay, creating a more gradual progression into higher elevation. Travelers with medical concerns should consult their healthcare provider before travel.
Travel insurance is strongly recommended. Final booking terms should define the policy before reservations are accepted.
The final minimum-group policy must be inserted in the Terms & Conditions before launch.
The final cancellation and refund schedule must be inserted before launch. Machu Picchu and rail reservations may involve advance and restricted/non-refundable components.
December 5–11, 2026
Machu Picchu Has Been Waiting.
You’ve seen the photographs. You’ve heard the stories. Perhaps you’ve said, “Someday, I’m going to Peru.”
Maybe someday is now.
Peru Essentials · $2,497 per person
Reserve today with $250 per person.