Top Peru Unique Experiences

The experience is about authentic cultural immersion and meaningful engagement with the place you visit, its people, cuisine, history, culture, heritage, lifestyle, and customs. You'll be surrounded by amazing Andean sights and viewpoints, and be able to visit uncrowded archeological sites and cave paintings. This is a great experience for adventure seekers, trekkers, cultural immersion travelers, and exceptional and off-the-beaten path trips.

Discover one of the New7Wonders of the World during this group excursion from Cusco to Machu Picchu, without the hassle of planning logistics. Experience the beauty of the Sacred Valley as you make your way by bus and train to the ancient Inca citadel. Once you arrive, take a guided tour of the “Lost City of the Incas” and enjoy free time to explore on your own before heading back to Cusco.

Experience the wonder of Machu Picchu during this full-day trip from Cusco. Enjoy a scenic train ride through Andean valleys before enjoying a guided tour of this iconic Inca archaeological site. You’ll have plenty of free time to explore before returning to Cusco in the evening. Entrance fees, bus transport and train tickets are all included.

See a totally different side of Lima away from the usual tourist highlights during this visit to one of the city’s shantytowns. During your exploration, visit a local kindergarten, offering a chance to challenge the prevailing myths about poverty and the people it impacts. Best of all, a portion of your trip purchase goes to helping the community and its residents. Your tour includes round-trip hotel transport from Barranco, Miraflores, and San Isidro.

Taste the delicious diversity of Peru’s thriving cacao industry during this 2-hour chocolate-making workshop at Lima’s ChocoMuseo. Learn about every step of the chocolate-making process, including roasting the beans, removing the husk, grinding the nibs and refining the paste in a ‘melangeur.’ You’ll then get to create your very own chocolate with your choice of ingredients, leaving with a delicious handmade dessert. This chocolate-making workshop includes all necessary ingredients, a chocolate drink tasting and a handmade chocolate souvenir.

Take this chocolate-lovers workshop and learn how to make your very own chocolate from start to finish. Learn about the chocolate-making process with this hands-on experience beginning with the cocoa tree and finishing with your very own chocolate creations. Discover the history of cocoa in Peru and learn why it is one of the top chocolate producers in the world.

Try your skills at surfing in Lima, an increasingly popular spot for water sports. Receive a lesson from expert instructors, divided into three parts: stretching; learning basics such as popping up, paddling and balance; and heading into the waves to practice what you've learned. This small-group excursion includes equipment like wetsuits, wax, and surfboards.

Get hands-on experience preparing some of Peru’s most iconic dishes and shopping at a local market during this Lima cooking class. First stop by the market to pick out fresh meat and produce, discovering the incredible diversity of ingredients in Peruvian cuisine. Then head to the kitchen choosing to prepare a choice of fish, chicken, beef or vegetarian dish like ‘Ceviche’ learning the necessary steps in fun, relaxed atmosphere. Your cooking excursion also includes round-trip hotel transport (for most areas of Lima), professional chef instructor, snacks and either lunch or dinner.

Get a local glimpse into South America’s culinary capital on a full-day tour of Lima, which provides a great cultural introduction for first-time visitors. In an intimate small group limited to eight, you’ll explore a Peruvian market, and feast on food inspired by the cultural melting pot of Lima’s diverse communities. You'll also learn about the work of grassroots organizations, NGO's, and meet a local family to experience real Peruvian culture.

According to the Inca mythology of this mountain and the nearby lakes – among which Sibinacocha stands out – gives birth to the masculine energy that fertilizes Mother Earth, Pachamama. After a long course, the waters are lost in the unknown lands of the Amazon, only to return to fill the lakes and glaciers every night, transformed into the River of Stars or Willkamayu, known in the West as the Milky Way. The Chillca community, composed of llama and alpaca herders, is known as the guardian of these pristine landscapes. From here, you can embark on mountain hikes, spending nights in comfortable lodges or tambos, with Machuracay Tambo standing out, in a trek known as the “Path of the Apu Ausangate.”

THE RAINBOW MOUNTAIN or better known by the locals as: CERRO COLORADO CUSCO, located south of the city of Cusco - only in our region and one in Peru, shows us an impressive scenic beauty, is a geological formation through different minerals shows different nuances of colors in this mountain Also called Seven Colored Mountain, this area is little explored and little known. This trip will please all the most demanding tastes of nature on the part of visitors, having fond memories of unique views of High Mountain, where we can also appreciate the camelids in their natural habitat. The inhabitants of this area still maintain customs and traditions since ancient times. Make Rainbow Mountain a very cultural place to learn a lot and come home with very nice memories. Visiting Rainbow Mountain is really worth it and our company is proud to offer such natural beauty to visitors.

Our tour guides will take you through the azure landscape called the mountain of 7 colors, we are a certified company that complies with all the protocols for this wonderful experience.

On this cultural immersion tour, you will delve deep into the world of real Andean mountain communities to learn about their customs, traditions, and beliefs — a unique experience from the heart of Peru. Our cultural immersion tours allow you to explore native Andean villages rich in tradition, history, and daily life. You'll have the opportunity to connect with local families, observe their inspiring and tireless work to preserve their culture, beliefs, and spiritual practices. Visit these communities and learn how they combat environmental pollution, advocate for better health and education, and work towards sustainable development — all while actively supporting their efforts.

Spend the day learning to surf on the great Pacific Ocean. Head to the beach and learn the basics of surfing from the instructor and try your luck on the waves. The lesson includes all necessary equipment and is great for beginners and more experienced surfers. The tour also includes a full-day bike rental, so you can pedal around the streets and boardwalk of Lima.

Explore the idyllic floating islands of Lake Titicaca on an exciting full-day tour from Puno. Visit Uros and Taquile to gain insight into the indigenous inhabitants of the unique islands; ride the gentle waters of the world’s highest lake on a boat; and enjoy an authentic experience of a culture untouched by mainland modernity. Convenient hotel pickup and drop-off is included in this tour.

Discover a different side of Cusco on this guided horseback ride into the surrounding countryside, where Inca history meets dramatic Andean scenery. Ride along quiet trails to reach lesser-known archaeological sites, including Chuspiyoc, the Temple of the Moon, and the mysterious X Zone (Lanlacuyoc). Along the way, your guide shares insight into the beliefs and daily life of the ancient civilization that once thrived here.

An innovative initiative by Socorro Andino Peruano transforms mountain rescue operations in Ancash through specialized helicopter training. This groundbreaking program, in collaboration with international experts, equips local guides and rescuers with advanced aerial rescue techniques, drastically reducing evacuation times from 48 hours to under 6. Participants will engage in rigorous training that emphasizes safety protocols and operational coordination, positioning Peru as a premier adventure destination with the highest safety standards. This project not only aims to protect tourists but also enhances the safety of local communities, making a significant impact on mountain rescue capabilities in the region.

The Machu Picchu archaeological site is Peru's most famous attraction for a reason and this full-day tour to the Incan citadel handles all the details for a smooth visit from Cusco. Relax during a picturesque train journey. Take in the ambiance and mystery of the most important areas of the Machu Picchu site. Explore other parts of the site on your own including the Sun Gate and the Incan Bridge.

Add a touch of luxury to your Machu Picchu excursion on this premium tour, which transports you to the UNESCO-listed world wonder on the Belmond Hiram Bingham train—renowned for its 1920s Pullman carriages and comfortable seats. You’ll enjoy the journey just as much as the destination as you sail past the stunning scenery of the Sacred Valley, sip cocktails, and listen to live music onboard.

Spend a full day experiencing the wonders of Machu Picchu with this tour that starts with a pickup from your hotel. Board a train to Aguas Calientes, where staff will be waiting for you, and travel to take a scenic bus ride up to Machu Picchu. As you enter the park, allow your guide will join you for a guided tour of the most important areas of this site.

Get off the tourist trail and see a different side of Lima during this 7-hour exploration of the city’s lesser-known sights and working-class neighborhoods. Experience life as Lima fisherman during a 20-minute boat ride before heading to the Morro Solar viewpoint and visiting the second-largest cemetery in the world. Spend your afternoon with an upbeat, positive interaction with the city’s poorest residents in one of Lima’s hillside slums. You’ll learn about daily life in this harsh environment and hear about efforts by a local NGO to improve conditions.

Explore one of the New7Wonders of the World at your own pace on a private tour of Machu Picchu from Cusco. You’ll travel in a private vehicle to Ollantaytambo, from which you’ll take the train to reduce the time of your journey and admire the scenery of the Inca landscapes. Plus, exploring the UNESCO World Heritage Site with your own guide means that you can stop for as many photos as you like.

Take the road less traveled in Lima for a unique learning experience about some of the citizens of one of the largest cities in the world. After visiting a cemetery with more than one million interred, meet the employees of a nongovernmental organization fighting poverty and inequality in Peru. Spend the rest of your tour visiting one of Lima’s most impoverished neighborhoods and eating lunch with a local entrepreneur trying to make a difference in her community.