Essential Peru

The properties selected for this Peru exploration are a blend of three-star quality and comfort, often within easy walking distance of the local attractions. Our Lima hotel is a welcome escape from the city bustle, while our Cuzco hotel is centrally located in the historic centre. A highlight of this tour is our 'live like a local' Amantani island homestay, which allows us to experience Andean warmth and hospitality.



Upgrade your room on Day 2 and Day 12 of the itinerary – speak to your sales representative for more details. 



Below are some of the standout places we stay:



Lima: El Tambo 1 (night 1)







El Tambo 1 (uno) is our three-star Lima hotel in the lively tourist district of Miraflores. It has a restaurant and lovely small bar near the courtyard garden, plus easy access to local sites, such as Kennedy Park, the Larcomar Shopping Center and the Miraflores clifftop promenade where you can enjoy great views of the Pacific Ocean.



Ica: Hotel Villa Jazmin (night 2)







Surrounded by dunes and pisco distilleries, Hotel Villa Jazmin is an oasis of comfort in Ica. After a day of touring in the desert sun, Villa Jazmin invites you to relax by the pool and enjoy a cold drink from the bar (we recommend a pisco sour made with locally produced pisco).



Amantani island: Homestay (night 10)







Our trip includes an unforgettable homestay with a local family on Amantani island. This wonderful community project has guests staying with multiple families; the hosts share in the proceeds, which benefits both the Amantani community and the visitors who enjoy and learn from this unique cultural experience.



Colca Canyon: Hotel Pozo del Cielo (night 12)







Experience the charm of Hotel Pozo del Cielo as we visit Colca Canyon and the surrounding communities. With an inviting ambiance, panoramic views and warm hospitality, it has cosy rooms, a relaxing bar and a restaurant serving Peruvian delicacies.



Worth knowing



On our way from Nazca to Cuzco, we overnight in Abancay. Our Hotel de Turistas Abancay hotel is basic, yet functional for a restful overnight stay.

Amantani homestay: The rooms are basic but clean and the beds have sheets and plenty of blankets to keep you warm. There are shared drop toilets but no showers.

Single rooms can be booked for single supplement, subject to availability at the time of booking. This supplement covers single rooms throughout the trip, except for the homestay on Amantani island.