Arrivals & Departures
Fly into Cusco (CUZ), usually via Lima. Arrivals from 10am on day one; departures any time on day nine. We will send flight guidance once your place is confirmed, and the Ticketing Desk can book it for you.
The Director’s Cut 2: Peru
Nine days across the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu, run the way we would actually do it — no queue, no filler, no group-trip drama.
Welcome to Peru
- Duration 9 days
- From £3,250 approx. $4,350 USD
- Group size Max 12 travellers
Peru is the trip people ask us about most, and it earns the hype. We do the Sacred Valley properly rather than the version where you are herded through a checklist behind a laminated sign.
Small group, boutique stays, and a sunrise at Machu Picchu that actually feels like yours. We build in real downtime too, because nobody needs to be camera-ready at 6am every day of their holiday.
This is for the traveller who wants the bucket-list moment without the bucket-list chaos. We handle the logistics. You show up.
Trip style
Pace
Culture
Food
Adventure
Nightlife
Relaxation
What's Included
Accommodation
- 8 nights in boutique hotels
- Daily breakfast
- Private en-suite room (twin or double)
Experiences
- Sunrise entry to Machu Picchu with a private guide
- Guided walking tour of Cusco old town
- Pisac ruins and market
- Ollantaytambo fortress
- Welcome and farewell dinners
Travel
- All internal transfers
- Scenic train to Aguas Calientes
- Airport pickup and drop-off
What's Not Included
- International flights
- Travel insurance (required)
- Most lunches and dinners
- Optional add-on excursions
- Tips and personal spending
Where You'll Go
Cusco to the Sacred Valley, on to Aguas Calientes for Machu Picchu, then a relaxed return to Cusco for the final two nights.
Day by Day
Cusco
Arrival and altitude
Land, settle in, and take it slowly while you acclimatise. Coca tea on the terrace, an easy welcome dinner, and an early night.
Cusco
Cusco, properly
A guided walk through the old town, San Pedro Market, and the best coffee in the city. Afternoon free.
Sacred Valley
Into the valley
Pisac ruins and market in the morning, then on to a boutique stay in the heart of the Sacred Valley.
Ollantaytambo
Fortress town
Explore the terraces and fortress before the scenic train down to Aguas Calientes.
Machu Picchu
The main event
Sunrise entry with a private guide, ahead of the day-trip crowds. The rest of the day is yours.
Cusco
Back, slowly
A relaxed return journey, free afternoon, spa time if you want it.
Cusco
Free day
Optional add-ons available, or simply enjoy Cusco at your own pace.
Cusco
Farewell dinner
The whole group together for one last night, closing the trip out properly.
Departure
No-rush checkout
Transfers to the airport whenever your flight is. Late checkout available on request.
Trip Notes
Single occupancy and suite upgrades are available at a supplement on request.
One checked bag plus hand luggage. A small day pack is essential for Machu Picchu.
UK passport holders do not need a visa for stays under 183 days. Your passport must have six months validity.
Dry season days are 18–22°C and sunny; nights drop close to freezing. Layers are non-negotiable.
Weather and rail schedules occasionally shift the running order. The experiences stay the same.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How fit do I need to be?
Moderate. You should be comfortable walking for two to three hours and managing uneven ground and steps at altitude.
Will altitude be a problem?
We build in two acclimatisation days in Cusco before anything strenuous, which is what most itineraries skip.
Can I come solo?
Most people do. You can share a twin with another solo traveller or pay the single supplement for your own room.
Are flights included?
No. We recommend booking once your place is confirmed, and the Ticketing Desk can find the right fare for you.
What happens if the group does not fill?
Holding deposits are returned in full. Nothing becomes non-refundable until the trip is green lit.
Are dietary requirements catered for?
Yes. You will get a preference sheet ahead of departure and we brief every venue in advance.
Still deciding?
Send us your questions about Peru and we will come back to you personally — no automated reply, no pressure.