Upon arrival, you’ll be met by an Atelier driver/concierge who will help you through Lima Airport and onwards to the sophisticated Hotel B for check-in, and the rest of the day at leisure. Hotel B A beautifully preserved townhouse dating back to 1914, a truly elegant bolthole nestled in Lima’s artistic neighborhood of Barranco. From its Belle Époque architecture to curated art collection, Hotel B – a Relais & Chateaux property – was designed to impress.

Fully rested, day 2 of this Chic Peru tour is taken at your own pace. Perhaps explore with a private car and guide or trip around the Colonial Old Town, admire the architecture around Plaza de Armas, or witness the treasures found in Lima’s Larco Museum. A leisurely tour of Lima’s bohemian Barranco District, known for its colorful streets and independent art studios, is recommended, as is a long lunch or live cooking demo at a top Lima restaurant. This afternoon, enjoy dramatic coastal views from the upmarket San Isidro and Miraflores Districts, or visit the peaceful ruins of Huaca Mateo Salado. Tonight, we recommend finding one of the fine dining restaurants Lima is so famous for.

From Peru’s capital city to its great “White City”, Arequipa, a picturesque spot of ornate architecture, leafy squares and surrounding mountain views. Your Atelier concierge will escort you to Lima Airport for a domestic flight south. On arrival in Arequipa, check in to the magical Cirqa Boutique Hotel. Nestled in the heart of Arequipa, Cirqa is a retreat with centuries of heritage and modern luxuries to boot. Housed in a beautiful 16th-century building, this Arequipa hotel boasts courtyards, plunge pools, vaulted ceilings and stone archways hewn from volcanic rock. Later, acclimatize with a stroll around the beautiful white plazas, outer walls and colonial buildings of this unique little city. Visit the Cathedral of Arequipa and Plaza de Armas, known for its stone columns and archways, and the magnificent 400-year-old Monastery of Santa Catalina. Here, lose yourself in Santa Catalina’s colorful alleyways, fountains and courtyards, brightly painted walls, frescoes and pretty cobblestone pathways. This evening can be spent at leisure.

Manmade beauty makes way for natural wonders on day 4 of this Chic Peru tour. Travelling from Arequipa to the awe-inspiring Colca Canyon, you’ll be taken to a spectacular viewpoint to witness wild Condors flying overhead, as well as the endlessly spellbinding views of one of the world’s deepest – and most fabled – river canyons. Throughout the day you can get a sense of local culture by visiting nearby villages and farms, find the perfect lunch spot, or go trekking or horse riding around Colca Canyon. Later, your immersion into the valley continues as you settle into the luxurious – and exclusive – Puqio. Puqio is a beautiful tented camp surrounded by panoramic valley views, perfect for an evening of gourmet cuisine, peace and tranquility beneath the.

After a relaxed morning, you’ll travel from the striking gorges of Colca Canyon to the mythical shores of Lake Titicaca today, and a luxury lakeside lodge in Puno. Journeying by road, the route from Colca to Puno is scenic and an absorbing experience in itself. You’ll pass remote settlements and villages, pre-Inca ruins and areas of natural beauty along the way, ultimately arriving at Titilaka Hotel, overlooking Lake Titicaca itself. 5-star Titilaka is enthroned on a peninsula facing the mesmerizing blue waters of this sacred spot. The landscape, heritage and local Aymara community have all inspired the design, cuisine and activities you’ll experience at this serene hotel on the shores of Lake Titicaca. As well as being perfectly placed to enjoy the breathtaking surroundings, at Titilaka you’ll be spoiled with all-inclusive cuisine, made with locally sourced produce. This evening can be spent at leisure.

Lake Titicaca has been a sacred place for Peruvians and Bolivians over many centuries. Some say the floating islands here kept native peoples safe from invading Spanish Conquistadors in the 16th century. It’s also a beautiful location, the highest navigable lake in the world surrounded by hills and dotted with islands. Depending on your interests you can tour both sides of the lake, visiting the historical Sun and Moon Islands, exploring the Sun Virgin’s Temple “Iñak Uyu”, and Sacred Fountain. Or take a relaxing boat ride through the reeds and on to Taquile and Uros Islands to meet locals, and learn the history of this spiritual place. Back on dry land there is Puno Cathedral and the local cafes or street food shacks to enjoy, before an evening at leisure in and around your Lake Titicaca hotel.

Appreciate the tranquility of the region on Day 7 of this Chic Peru tour, whether kayaking gently through the reeds or taking a Lake Titicaca birdwatching trip both on the water and across the surrounding hills and plains. You may wish to spend the whole day at leisure with only the views and a good book for company, before a stargazing treat at the Aymara Constellation Observatory to look forward to this evening.

Today you travel from Lake Titicaca to Cusco and the Sacred Valley, cutting through the Andean Foothills with picture-perfect viewpoints, lesser-visited towns and ruins like Andahuaylillas, Racchi, and Pucara to stop off at along the way. It’s a memorable and scenic journey to jewel in Peru’s ancient crown. Upon arrival in Cusco, you can enjoy the rest of the day and this evening at leisure, in one of the many fine local restaurants around the Plaza de Armas and beyond. Your exclusive Cusco hotel is Inkaterra La Casona. Magnificent Inkaterra La Casona takes you back in time while enjoying the lap of luxury. It’s a beautifully restored 16th-century mansion with extensive history, boasting original features, atmospheric décor, and still holding its grandeur today. Think pillared courtyards, stone staircases, fireplaces, and carved wooden doors housing a marble-clad spa/massage room, and fine dining restaurant.

The ancient sites and highlights around Cusco are endless, and you’ll witness a mix of both iconic ruins and hidden gems during your time here. Fully rested after a laidback evening in this unmatched city, begin today with a tour of Downtown Cusco, the markets, famous Cathedral and hidden alleyways before a trip to the sensational archeological sites of Qorikancha Temple (the most important of its kind in the Inca Empire) and the imposing Sacsayhuaman Fortress. Lunch comes courtesy of a unique gourmet cooking class with views over the Cusco, before an afternoon at leisure to either explore more of Old Town or visit Tipon, a stunning ruin of Inca water channels and pools in the Southern Valley.

Today it’s time to delve deeper into the Sacred Valley and be transported to the age of the Inca, as you discover the superbly preserved archaeological sites of Pisac, Moray, and Ollantaytambo. These magnificent ancient wonders – with their terraces, solid walls and water channels – are worth the trip to Peru alone, so be sure to soak up their majesty at your own pace. After a gourmet picnic amongst the fantasy-like backdrop of the Sacred Valley, explore the hypnotic salt pools of Maras for a real trip back in time. These hillside pools have been used to extract salt in the same way since ancient times. This evening can be spent at leisure around the cobbled streets and plazas of Cusco.

Often voted the World’s Top Travel Destination, your next stop on this Chic Peru tour is Machu Picchu, a place that has captured the imagination of countless visitors over the years. Once here, it’s easy to see why. To get to Machu Picchu, travel through the Sacred Valley aboard the 5-star Hiram Bingham train on one of the most scenic luxury train journeys in South America. You can then look forward to a private guided tour of The Lost City before free time to explore on your own, taking in those Sacred Valley views all the while. Return to Cusco this evening aboard the Hiram Bingham Train.

As your trip draws to a close, you may have time for one final walk around Cusco before your Atelier concierge takes you to Cusco Airport for an onward flight to Lima and home, full of priceless memories of Peru.