Peru in Style: A Bespoke Journey Through Time and Altitude

There are places that invite exploration and there are those that transform the way you travel. Peru is the latter. From the sun-washed coastlines of Lima to the mist-veiled peaks of the Andes, this is a country of contrasts and quiet revelations. For those who seek culture wrapped in comfort and adventure defined by refinement, Peru offers a journey unlike any other, one that Great Excapes curates with artistry and intent.

The Peruvian capital has evolved into one of the world’s great culinary and creative destinations. Days begin with ocean breezes and rooftop breakfasts at Belmond Miraflores Park, followed by private tours through Barranco’s bohemian galleries. Each corner of the city tells a different story- colonial façades, street murals, and a dining scene that bridges ancient ingredients with avant-garde technique.

At Central, recently crowned one of the world’s best restaurants, a multi-sensory tasting menu charts the country’s diverse ecosystems from the Pacific coast to the high Andes. For those seeking intimacy, Great Excapes can arrange a private market visit and chef’s table experience, offering a behind-the-scenes look at Peru’s gastronomic soul.

Explore Lima’s refined edge, let Great Excapes craft your bespoke culinary and cultural introduction to Peru.

Leaving Lima, the journey ascends into altitude to the Sacred Valley, where the pace slows and every vista feels timeless. Between Cusco and Machu Picchu, this region offers a rare balance of tranquility and authenticity.

Guests of Sol y Luna Lodge & Spa or Explora Valle Sagrado wake to crisp mountain air and the soft glow of morning light on ancient terraces. Here, days are defined not by schedules but by sensations: a private weaving session with local artisans in Chinchero, an al fresco lunch beside hidden Incan ruins, a guided meditation overlooking the Urubamba River.

As night falls, astronomers trace constellations once used by Incan navigators, a celestial reminder that luxury can also mean perspective.

Discover the quiet grandeur of the Sacred Valley — curated experiences crafted exclusively by Great Excapes.

Few moments rival the first sight of Machu Picchu at dawn - the citadel emerging from mist, aglow in soft golden light. To arrive here in true style is to embrace the journey as much as the destination.

Guests travel aboard the Hiram Bingham luxury train, where polished wood interiors, white-linen dining, and live Andean music set a tone of old-world glamour. Upon arrival, a private guide leads you through the sanctuary’s most secluded corners where silence lingers and history feels tangible.

Afterward, retreat to Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel, nestled within a private cloud forest reserve. Here, orchids bloom in hidden gardens and hummingbirds dart between palms, nature’s quiet encore to an unforgettable day.

Experience Machu Picchu as it was meant to be seen, privately, elegantly, and entirely yours with Great Excapes.

To travel through Peru is to move through time itself where every landscape, meal, and encounter adds another layer to the story. It’s a country that rewards curiosity and celebrates contrast: coastal chic and highland heritage, gastronomy and spirituality, opulence and authenticity.

For the modern traveler, true luxury lies in connection to place, to culture, and to oneself. With Great Excapes, each itinerary is a handcrafted narrative, blending iconic moments with the unexpected.

Begin your bespoke Peruvian journey with Great Excapes. Speak with our travel designers today and let us craft a story that’s entirely your own.