Ancient traditions, intriguing history, thriving culture
Hike Machu Picchu at sunrise, visit remote villages in the Sacred Valley, watch Andean condors soar over Colca Canyon, and sip pisco sours in an atmospheric Cusco bar. Your Northstar Virtuoso travel advisor can help you connect to authentic Peru, Hotel accommodations and Tours, on a vacation crafted exclusively for you.
Mystical peaks, magical valleys, ancient traditions, and gastronomic trends – Peru has it all, with plenty to spare. Rise with the sun to hike Machu Picchu Peru, named one of the New 7 Wonders of the World. Trek around Colca Canyon, twice as deep as the Grand Canyon. Explore the cobbled streets of Cusco and the White City of Arequipa, both designated as UNESCO World Heritage sites. Go paragliding in the Andes, and dine in foodie-favorite Lima. When the time is right, your Northstar Virtuoso travel advisor can help find the best way for you to do Peru with special savings and exclusive amenities.
Visit Peru’s wonders without crowds
PRESENTED BY Metropolitan Touring – Peru
This is the time to travel to Peru! Enjoy our wonders at your own pace, and even better, without the crowds. One of Metropolitan Touring travelers shares why traveling now makes a difference. Here is a list of current Metropolitan Touring – Peru tours & packages.
Miguel visited Metropolitan Touring – Peru with his family and he decided to tell us about his travel experience. Besides knowing Cusco, the ancient capital of the Inca Empire and other cities in Peru, he witnessed the detailed protocols deployed during his stay and the security he had throughout his journey.
Currently, Metropolitan Touring – Peru is providing even more flexible international flight requirements for more travelers to experience the trip of their dreams in this amazing destination. Listen to what Miguel has to say in this video!
Featured Tours
Last-minute offer: Sail on the Peru Amazon Cruise of your dreams!
Nothing compares to the exquisite experience of discovering the Peruvian Amazon’s mystical waters on a brand new contemporary-style cruise ship.
The ship’s 20 spacious designer suites convey a sense of Amazonian tranquility, while the social spaces display refined elegance with a touch of drama.
Enjoy unique experiences and expeditions, ranging from kayaking, pink dolphin watching, jungle hikes, and even piranha fishing as you interact with the wonders of this remote destination.
Savor authentic cuisine inspired by the Peruvian Amazon, created by award-winning chef Pedro Miguel Schiaffino, a highlight that makes this trip extraordinary.
PRESENTED BY PERU EMPIRE
From the Foodie Capital to the White City of the Andes
11 Nights | Available for travel through December 31, 2021
The idyllic charm of this country is revealed through its eclectic mix of history, culture, and natural wonders – from lively city rhythms to the timeless serenity of the Andes Mountain range, and everything between.
On this tour, you’ll discover Lima and its many flavors in one of the best restaurants in the world and go bar hopping in Cusco, the center of the Inca Empire. You’ll hike the majestic Machu Picchu; gaze upon the blue skies and waters of Lake Titicaca, the highest navigable lake in the world; then surrender to the deeps of Colca Canyon where you can spot magnificent condors soaring in the wind. Your trip culminates in the White City of Arequipa where you’ll get to taste authentic Peruvian flavors and marvel at legendary colonial architecture.
DESTINATIONS:
Lima • Sacred Valley • Cusco • Lake Titicaca • Colca • Arequipa
EXPERIENCE INCLUDES:
- Two nights in Lima, with breakfast
- Three nights at Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba in The Sacred Valley, with breakfast
- One night at Belmond Palacio Nazarenas in Cusco, with breakfast
- Two nights aboard the Belmond Andean Explorer train, with all meals
- Two nights at Belmond Las Casitas in The Colca Valley, with breakfast and dinner
- One night in Arequipa, with all meals
VIRTUOSO EXCLUSIVE AMENITIES:
- Welcome gift upon arrival
- VIP welcome at all properties
- Access to VIP lounge at included airports (where available) for domestic flights
Virtuoso rates FROM $10,000 per person, per package
Book by November 30, 2021
LIMA • CUZCO • SACRED VALLEY • MACHU PICCHU • IQUITOS
Metropolitan Touring – Peru – New Virtuoso Peru Program
10 Days | Departures available through December 15, 2021
Metropolitan Touring Peru presents an exciting journey, inviting you to get up close and personal with the traditions and cultures of Peru through experiences prepared exclusively for you. Experience the breathtaking architecture of Lima City, then be fascinated by the Inca Citadel of Cusco and the mysticism of the Sacred Valley of the Incas and Machu Picchu – all in the same unforgettable expedition.
VIRTUOSO EXCLUSIVE EXPERIENCE INCLUDES:
- Hotel accommodations at Country Club Lima Hotel; Tambo del Inka, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Valle Sagrado; and Palacio del Inka, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Cusco (all including Virtuoso exclusive amenities)
- Breakfast daily plus two lunches
- Private excursions with local English-speaking guides
- All entrance fees to sites
- One-way ticket to Machu Picchu via first-class train, per person
- One-way ticket to Cusco via train, per person
- Pre-paid porterage gratuities
Virtuoso rates FROM $2,595per person, per package
Come and walk along Peru ancient Inka Trail!
We know that through outdoor adventures we can transform our lives in the most intimate and personal way and achieve the connection we are looking for. Each of Metropolitan Touring escapes has been carefully designed and selected to immerse you in the culture, history, nature, beauty, and magic of their unique country.
INKA TRAIL
Machu Picchu, Cusco
Walk along the ancient trail laid by the Incas from the Sacred Valley to Machu Picchu and you will get to experience all the beauty of this world-renowned trek: views of snowy mountain peaks, distant rivers and ranges, cloud forests, and many ancient Inca sites only accessible by this trail. On the last day you will be rewarded with the spectacular sun gate of “The lost city of the Incas”.
VINICUNCA RAINBOW MOUNTAIN
Southern Valley, Cusco
Venture yourself to the less known southern valley of Cusco and discover a dream-like landscape nestled in the greater Andes Mountains. As you hike you’ll admire the beauty of this renowned Mountain at 5100 m.a.s.l. and one of the most spectacular vantage points of the route.
LARES TREK
Sacred Valley, Cusco
This route, starting at Lares town, will take you to the heart of the Andean indigenous communities and allow you to learn more about the lifestyle of their ancient inhabitants, which remains the same for hundreds of years. During four days you will cross different valleys with spectacular views of mountains and lakes whilst nourishing your bodies with excellent food.
CHOQUEQUIRAO TREK
La Convencion, Cusco
Continuous declines and ascents through the slopes of one of the world’s deepest canyons, the Apurimac canyon, will lead us to the recently discovered citadel of Choquequirao. Surrounded by lush rainforest and snow-capped peaks, the Choquequirao route has new views at every turn, this mountain-top city is being praised as the “new Machu Picchu”.
Where to stay
COLCA VALLEY, AREQUIPA, PERU
Belmond Las Casitas – Upgrade Offer
Available for travel April 1 – December 23, 2021
EXPERIENCE INCLUDES:
- Upgrade at time of booking, if available
- $100 food and beverage credit, per stay
VIRTUOSO EXCLUSIVE AMENITIES:
- Breakfast daily for two per bedroom
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
CUSCO, PERU
Palacio del Inka, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Cusco – Free Night
Available for travel through December 20, 2021
EXPERIENCE INCLUDES:
- Book three consecutive nights and receive the third night complimentary OR
- Book four consecutive nights and receive the fourth night complimentary
VIRTUOSO EXCLUSIVE AMENITIES:
- Upgrade upon arrival, if available
- Early check-in and late checkout, if available
- Breakfast daily for two per bedroom
- $100 spa credit, per stay
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
Connect with your Virtuoso travel advisor for best available rates
December 15, 2021
URUBAMBA (CUSCO), PERU
Sol y Luna – Free Night
Available for travel through December 15, 2021
EXPERIENCE INCLUDES:
- Four nights for the price of three
VIRTUOSO EXCLUSIVE AMENITIES:
- Upgrade upon arrival, if available
- Early check-in and late checkout, if available
- Breakfast daily for two per bedroom
- $100 spa or activity credit, per stay
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
Virtuoso Superior rates FROM $350 (low season) per room, per night
Book by February 28, 2021
MACHU PICCHU, PERU
SUMAQ Machu Picchu Hotel – Semiflexible Rates
Available for travel December 1, 2020 – December 23, 2021
VIRTUOSO EXCLUSIVE EXPERIENCE INCLUDES:
- New pre-paid plan with promotional rate, allows changes up to 15 days prior to arrival without penalty
- Breakfast and dinner included
VIRTUOSO EXCLUSIVE AMENITIES:
- Upgrade upon arrival, if available
- Early check-in and late checkout, if available
- Breakfast daily for two per bedroom
- 50-minute massage for up to two people, once per stay
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
Hotel highlights
BELMOND LAS CASITAS
- Feed baby alpacas in the hotel’s organic farm and gardens overlooking Colca Canyon
- Saddle up a Paso horse for a ride through the Colca Valley while watching for Andean condors overhead
PALACIO DEL INKA, A LUXURY COLLECTION HOTEL, CUSCO
- Stay at a storied mansion in the historic center of Cusco, ancient capital of the Incan Empire and a UNESCO World Heritage site
- Treat your high-altitude skin to a soothing pearl facial at the Andes Spirit Spa
SOL Y LUNA
- Spend a day mountain biking through the Sacred Valley, visiting the remote Huayllarcocha and Mahuaypampa communities
- Your stay helps educate children and provide sustainable work for families of the Sacred Valley through The Sol y Luna Association
SUMAQ MACHU PICCHU HOTEL
- Discover the secrets of mist-covered Machu Picchu with an Andean shaman
- Forget the sound machine and fall asleep to the Urubamba River, which runs just outside the hotel
Ceviche, Peru’s national dish, is such an integral part of the country’s culture, it even has its own holiday (June 28). Every region – indeed, every family – has its own recipe.
Expert Tip
MACHU PICCHU PUEBLO, PERU
Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel
Available for travel January 5 through March 31, 2021
Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel is an intimate Andean village with terraced hills, waterfalls, stone pathways, and 83 whitewashed adobe casitas tucked away in the cloud forest. Twelve acres of exquisite natural beauty with 214 bird species and the world’s largest native orchid collection await.
EXPERIENCE INCLUDES:
- Two meals per day
- Excursions within property grounds
- Bottled water & tea time
- 10% service charge
VIRTUOSO EXCLUSIVE AMENITIES:
- Upgrade upon arrival, if available
- Early check-in and late checkout, if available
- Welcome amenity
- 25-minute massage for two, per stay
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
LIMA, PERU
Country Club Lima Hotel – Special Upgrade
Available for travel through March 31, 2021
The Country Club Lima Hotel is located in San Isidro – the most exclusive residential and commercial district in Lima. Elegantly decorated with a stylish mixture of classical and Peruvian colonial artwork, the property welcomes guests traveling for business, pleasure, and everything in between.
EXPERIENCE INCLUDES:
- Upgrade confirmed within 48 hours of booking
VIRTUOSO EXCLUSIVE AMENITIES:
- Early check-in and late checkout, if available
- Breakfast daily in restaurant
- Lunch or dinner for two per room, per stay
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
Land of mystique and marvels
Wellness, eco-adventures, and legendary sites
When the time is right, remarkable discoveries await. Trek skyward to Machu Picchu, pursue wellness in the Sacred Valley of the Incas, explore Lima’s tree-lined streets, or connect with the earth’s biodiversity while staying in Virtuoso preferred hotels and resorts. Or, opt for a comprehensive tour that ventures into the Amazon. You’ll receive upgrades and other exclusive amenities, making your return to exploring even sweeter.
From the rush of Lima’s big-city vibes to the breathtaking adventures that lie on Andean mountaintops, Peru is where seekers of all kinds will find wonder. Incan marvels and eco-conscious innovations coexist here, as do flavors of Spanish, African, and Asian influence.
When you book through your Northstar Virtuoso travel advisor, you’ll enjoy exclusive amenities and expert guidance. Whether you find yourself in a private pueblo breathing in aromatherapy or at the edge of the Andean jungle, you’ll find yourself in Peru.
Highlights
- Visit the emerald lagoon and stroll the riverside gardens of Tambo del Inka Resort & Spa
- Learn the ancient weaving techniques of the Patacancha community during a visit to a traditional Quechua village
- Take a cruise to the remarkably biodiverse Peruvian Amazon
- Visit Awanacancha, where the craftsmanship of traditional Andean textiles endures
- Shop, stroll, jog, or bike along Lima’s posh avenues
- Rejuvenate at Belmond Palacio Nazarenas’ Hypnôze Spa and treat yourself to a dip in the outdoor pool of this urban oasis
- Visit Huaca Huallamarca, an important archaeological monument of the Lima Culture standing in the San Isidro neighborhood
- Travel by first-class rail to the mountaintop Inca Citadel of Machu Picchu
- Hit the links of the Lima Golf Club
- Explore the streams, waterfalls and stone pathways surrounding the eco-paradise of the Inkaterra Machu Picchu Hotel
“Everything went perfectly. And we loved our guide for the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu. We kept trying to come up with a question she couldn’t answer but were unsuccessful. Our hotels were amazing – completely comfortable, interesting, and with excellent cuisine.” -Virtuoso traveler on Metropolitan Touring – Peru
Traveler Insight
Country Club Lima Hotel: Virtuoso rate code BR8
Belmond Palacio Nazarenas: Offer is valid on new reservations only, booked by December 31, 2020, and based on availability. Offer is not combinable with any other promotions. Subject to availability. All reservations require a minimum length of stay of 2 nights.
Terms & Conditions: All offers and products may not be available in all markets. All prices shown are per person, based on double occupancy, in U.S. dollars unless otherwise stated. Fares do not include taxes or other fees unless otherwise stated. Fares, schedules, Virtuoso exclusive amenities, experiences, and benefits are subject to availability, blackout dates, international currency fluctuations, and may change without notice. Virtuoso Voyages benefits are available to the first two guests per stateroom or suite. Virtuoso Voyages shore experiences require a minimum/maximum number of participants and may not be combinable with other offers. Space is limited and other restrictions may apply. See your Virtuoso travel advisor for more details and applicable restrictions. Virtuoso assumes no responsibility for the presentation confirmed within, including errors in pricing. The trademarks VIRTUOSO, the Globe Swirl Logo, SPECIALISTS IN THE ART OF TRAVEL, WANDERLIST, and ORCHESTRATE DREAMS are registered trademarks of Virtuoso, Ltd. Virtuoso, Ltd. has a U.S. copyright registration for the Globe Swirl Logo, ©2000. All rights reserved. California CST# 2069091; TA# 808 – Registered Iowa Travel Agency; Washington UBI # 601 554 183. Registration as a seller of travel does not constitute approval by the State of California. 420100 US/CAN 08/20
Belmond Las Casitas: Rate includes 10% service fee. Promotion valid for new reservations from October 2020 to December 2020. Offer is not combinable with any other promotions. Subject to availability. All reservations require a minimum length of stay of 2 nights. Sol y Luna: Low Season = January 08 to February 28 and November 01 to December 15. High Season = January 01 to January 07; March 01 to October 31; December 16 to December 31 (except December 24 and 31). Christmas and New Year = Nights to December 24 and December 31. SUMAQ Machu Picchu Hotel: No reimbursement allowed. Only valid for new reservations. No minimum/maximum night stay requirement. Booking Window: From October 5th to December 31st, 2020. Travel Window: From December 1st, 2020 (subject to government approval) to December 23rd, 2021. Blackout Dates: From December 23rd, 2020 to January 1st ,2021 / March 29th to March 31st, 2021 / From December 23rd, 2021 to January 1st, 2022.
Terms & Conditions: All offers and products may not be available in all markets. All prices shown are per person, based on double occupancy, in U.S. dollars unless otherwise stated. Fares do not include taxes or other fees unless otherwise stated. Fares, schedules, Virtuoso exclusive amenities, experiences, and benefits are subject to availability, blackout dates, international currency fluctuations, and may change without notice. Virtuoso Voyages benefits are available to the first two guests per stateroom or suite. Virtuoso Voyages shore experiences require a minimum/maximum number of participants and may not be combinable with other offers. Space is limited and other restrictions may apply. See your Virtuoso travel advisor for more details and applicable restrictions. Virtuoso assumes no responsibility for the presentation confirmed within, including errors in pricing. The trademarks VIRTUOSO, the Globe Swirl Logo, SPECIALISTS IN THE ART OF TRAVEL, WANDERLIST, and ORCHESTRATE DREAMS are registered trademarks of Virtuoso, Ltd. Virtuoso, Ltd. has a U.S. copyright registration for the Globe Swirl Logo, ©2000. All rights reserved. California CST# 2069091; TA# 808 – Registered Iowa Travel Agency; Washington UBI # 601 554 183. Registration as a seller of travel does not constitute approval by the State of California. 420052 US/CAN 10/20
