Pricing
Here is the pricing list based on this 11-day Peruvian Culinary Journey itinerary:
EXTRAS & UPGRADES
- Lima Barranco Evening Walking Tour – Days 1–2 – $25 USD per person (A guided evening walk through Lima’s most bohemian district — colorful murals, colonial mansions, the famous Bridge of Sighs, and the vibrant nightlife scene that makes Barranco one of South America’s most inspiring neighborhoods)
- Lima Street Food Experience – Days 1–2 – $20 USD per person (A curated street food tour sampling anticuchos, picarones, empanadas, and chicha morada prepared by traditional vendors across Lima’s most authentic food neighborhoods. A must for any food lover)
- Upgrade to Lima Restaurant Experience – Days 1–2 – $50–$120 USD per person (Dinner at one of Lima’s world-renowned restaurants — Central, Maido, Astrid y Gastón, or La Mar. Lima is home to some of the world’s top-ranked restaurants. Reservations must be made well in advance)
- Lima to Ica Private Transport (Bus) – Day 3 – $25–$40 USD per person (A comfortable 4-hour bus journey south along the Pan-American Highway. Cruz del Sur or PeruHop are recommended operators. Alternatively, a private transfer is available at a higher rate)
- Pisco Distillery Tour & Tasting – Days 3–4 – $20 USD per person (A guided tour of a traditional Ica distillery explaining the fermentation and double-distillation process, with a guided tasting of pure, acholado, and mosto verde pisco varieties paired with local appetizers)
- Vineyard Tour & Wine Tasting – Days 3–4 – $25 USD per person (A tour of one of Ica’s most prestigious bodegas, with tastings of dry reds, sweet whites, and fortified wines paired with regional cheeses and olives. Ica produces over 70% of Peru’s grapes)
- Huacachina Oasis & Sand Dunes – Days 3–4 – $35 USD per person (A thrilling dune buggy ride across the enormous Ica sand dunes followed by a sandboarding session at the desert oasis of Huacachina — one of the most surreal landscapes in all of Peru)
- Ica to Lima & Lima to Cusco Domestic Flight – Day 5 – from $60 USD per person (One-way domestic flight from Jorge Chávez Airport (Lima) to Alejandro Velasco Astete Airport (Cusco). Approximately 1 hour 20 minutes. Must be booked well in advance)
- San Pedro Market Guided Food Tour – Days 5–6 – $20 USD per person (A hands-on guided walk through Cusco’s most vibrant local market with your guide — tasting over 3,000 potato varieties, native grains like quinoa and kiwicha, chicha, and exotic fruits including lucuma and chirimoya)
- Chocolate Museum Workshop – Days 5–6 – $15 USD per person (A hands-on workshop tracing cacao from bean to bar — learning about fermentation, roasting, grinding, and tempering. One of Cusco’s most popular cultural and culinary experiences)
- Cusco Pisco Tasting Session – Days 5–6 – $15 USD per person (A guided tasting of regional pisco varieties at a top local bar in Cusco’s historic center, including a Pisco Sour preparation demonstration and food pairing)
- Cusco Restaurant Dinner Upgrade – Days 5–6 – $25–$50 USD per person (Dinner at one of Cusco’s best restaurants specializing in Novo Andino cuisine — creative modern dishes built on traditional Andean ingredients. Cicciolina, MAP Café, or Chicha by Gastón Acurio are highly recommended)
- Partial Tourist Ticket – Sacred Valley Circuit III – Days 7 & 9–10 – $20 USD per person (~70 soles — Required to enter Pisac, Ollantaytambo, Moray, and Chinchero. Valid for 2 days. Must be purchased in cash in Peruvian soles)
- Pisac Market Empanada & Artisan Tasting – Day 7 – $10 USD per person (Try freshly baked empanadas straight from traditional clay hornos in the Pisac market, along with chicha, choclo, and local cheese. The best informal food experience in the Sacred Valley)
- Chichubamba Family Lunch Experience – Day 7 – $25 USD per person (An intimate home-cooked lunch with a local Quechua family in Chichubamba — featuring cuy al horno, quinoa soup, and maize-based desserts. One of the most authentic cultural dining experiences of the entire trip)
- Pachamanca Ceremony & Communal Feast – Day 7 – $30 USD per person (The ancient underground cooking ceremony — meats and vegetables slow-cooked with hot Andean stones. A profoundly spiritual and delicious communal experience rooted in Inca cosmology. One of the rarest culinary experiences available to visitors)
- Train Upgrade: Vistadome (Sacred Valley → Aguas Calientes) – Day 8 – $40 USD per person (Upgrade from the standard Expedition train to the panoramic Vistadome for a spectacular cloud forest journey along the Urubamba River gorge — one of Peru’s most scenic train routes)
- Rupa Wasi Tree House Cooking Class – Day 8 – $55 USD per person (An intimate hands-on cooking class in a cloud forest treehouse setting, learning highland Peruvian cuisine using trout, native tubers, and seasonal herbs. Class ends with a shared meal and sustainability discussion. Highly recommended — book in advance as spaces are limited)
- Aguas Calientes Local Market Ingredient Tour – Day 8 – $10 USD per person (A guided morning market visit to select fresh seasonal ingredients before the cooking class — connecting the cooking experience to its source)
- Machu Picchu Bus Ticket (Round Trip) – Day 9 – $24 USD per person (The official Consettur bus service from Aguas Calientes to the Machu Picchu entrance gate. Must be purchased in advance during peak season)
- Machu Picchu Entrance Ticket – Day 9 – Included in package (Standard Machu Picchu Circuit 1 + Circuit 3, covering the Guardian’s House panoramic viewpoint and the lower sector of the Citadel)
- Machu Picchu Circuit 2 Upgrade – Day 9 – $55 USD per person (Adds access to the full Citadel including the Sun Temple, Temple of the Three Windows, Inti Huatana, and agricultural terraces — the sections most connected to Inca food production)
- Huayna Picchu Mountain – Day 9 – $75 USD per person (The iconic steep climb above Machu Picchu Citadel. Strictly limited — please request 3–5 months in advance)
- Choclo con Queso & Local Snacks – Ollantaytambo Day 9 – $5 USD per person (Try the best street food in Ollantaytambo — giant Andean corn kernels with local fresh cheese, tamales wrapped in banana leaves, and chicha served from traditional aryballos. A delicious and authentic afternoon snack)
- Maras Salt Mines Entry – Day 10 – $5 USD per person (~20 soles — Over 3,000 pre-Inca salt evaporation pools carved into the mountainside, still harvested today using ancestral techniques. The mineral-rich Maras pink salt is now a prized gourmet ingredient used in Peru’s best restaurants)
- Moray Agricultural Terraces Entry – Day 10 – Covered by Tourist Ticket (The extraordinary circular Inca terraces — Peru’s oldest agricultural laboratory — where the Incas tested the microclimate conditions needed for growing over 250 crop varieties)
- Pink Salt of Maras Souvenir Package – Day 10 – $8–$15 USD (Purchase directly from local families harvesting the salt at the site — in various grades and packaging sizes. One of the finest culinary souvenirs from the Andes)
- Final Farewell Group Dinner – Day 10 – $30–$50 USD per person (A celebratory group dinner at one of Cusco’s top Novo Andino restaurants, featuring ají de gallina, rocoto relleno, and causa limeña — the three signature dishes of traditional Peruvian haute cuisine)
- Vistadome Train Upgrade – Return Day 9 – $67 USD per person (Upgrade your return train from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo from the standard Expedition service to the panoramic Vistadome)
Pricing & Availability – Peru Culinary Journey 11 Days
This 11-day gastronomic itinerary is available on any date that suits you, year-round. Machu Picchu entrance tickets and train tickets must be purchased in advance — book at least 2–3 months ahead during high season (May–September). The Rupa Wasi Cooking Class in Aguas Calientes has very limited daily capacity — reserve at least 4–6 weeks in advance. A non-refundable deposit of $200 USD per person is required at booking. Best season: May to October (dry season).
GROUP SERVICE
- $1,497 USD per person (minimum 4 participants — ideal group size 6–10)
- Discount of $30 USD per person for groups of 8 or more persons
PRIVATE SERVICE
- $2,197 USD per person – 2 persons
- $1,897 USD per person – 3 to 4 persons
- $1,697 USD per person – 5 to 6 persons
- $1,497 USD per person – 7 or more persons
DISCOUNTS
- Students (18–25 years old): $20 USD discount. A valid ISIC card or university ID is required at the time of booking. Information required: university name, student name, photo, and expiration date.
- Under 18 years old: $20 USD discount. Please send a copy of your passport at the time of booking.
- Professional Chefs & Culinary Students: $30 USD discount. Present valid professional credentials at the time of booking. This tour is fully adapted to accommodate culinary professionals with deeper technical access to workshops, distilleries, and cooking demonstrations.
Important Notes: This itinerary is Peru’s most immersive gastronomic experience — combining Lima’s world-class restaurant scene with the pisco culture of Ica, the Andean superfoods of Cusco’s San Pedro Market, sacred Pachamanca ceremonies in the Sacred Valley, a cloud forest cooking class in Aguas Calientes, the agricultural terraces of Machu Picchu and Moray, and a farewell dinner showcasing the full breadth of Peruvian cuisine. The domestic flight from Lima to Cusco (Day 5) is not included in the base package price and must be booked separately. Most archaeological site entrance fees must be paid in cash in Peruvian soles — no card machines are available at the sites. The Rupa Wasi Cooking Class and Pachamanca Ceremony must be requested and confirmed at the time of booking due to limited availability. Tips for guides, drivers, family hosts, and workshop instructors are optional but warmly appreciated throughout the trip.
Travel Guide
What to Bring to the Tour
Pack for varied climates—coastal heat, highland chill, and occasional rain. Bring layers, sun protection, comfortable shoes, and a small daypack. Don’t forget altitude medication and a reusable water bottle.
Recommendations
Spend time acclimating in Cusco. Eat light, hydrate often, and avoid alcohol early in the trip. Be respectful during family meals and ask questions during cooking classes. Carry snacks and cash for small purchases.
Climate Overview
Lima and Ica are warm and dry year-round. Cusco and Sacred Valley have cooler temperatures, especially at night. Rainy season runs from November to March; dry season is April to October.
Best Season to Travel
April to October is ideal for this itinerary. Dry weather improves travel conditions and outdoor activities. June and July are popular but more crowded.
How to Acclimate
Spend 2–3 days in Cusco before visiting high-altitude sites. Rest, hydrate, and avoid strenuous activity. Coca tea and light meals help ease symptoms.
Health Recommendations
Consult your doctor about altitude medication. Avoid tap water and raw foods unless verified safe. Carry basic first aid supplies and insect repellent.
Local Population
Warm and welcoming, especially in rural areas. Many speak Quechua and Spanish. Respect traditions and ask before photographing people or homes.
Local Cuisine
Expect dishes like ceviche, lomo saltado, cuy, and pachamanca. Street food is common and often safe if freshly prepared. Try native fruits and grains like quinoa and kiwicha.
Where to Stay
Hotels are included in the package. Most are locally owned and offer basic amenities. In Cusco and Sacred Valley, choose places with good altitude support and heating.
Who Should Take This Tour
Ideal for travelers interested in food, culture, and moderate physical activity. Not recommended for those with severe altitude sensitivity or dietary restrictions that limit participation.
WHY CHOOSE ANDES PATH PERU?
Andes Path Peru is a locally-owned and operated family travel agency and tour operator based in Cusco, built on many years of first-hand trekking experience. As a 100% Cusqueñian company with no external shareholders, we are deeply rooted in our community.
Our vision as a local company is to craft small, customized tours and treks that are exclusively operated by our team of local professionals. We are dedicated to providing a PERSONALIZED and HIGH-QUALITY SERVICE.
We take great pride in our reputation as a RESPONSIBLE & SUSTAINABLE tour operator. We consider our staff to be our extended family and ensure they receive fair wages for their hard work. We are incredibly proud of our team! Without their dedication, we couldn’t offer the exceptional service and create the lifetime experiences our clients cherish.
Andes Path Peru understands the importance of trusting a reliable and honest operator to plan your adventure of a lifetime in Peru. We invite you to read our outstanding reviews and view our certificates of excellence on TRIPADVISOR! We also come highly recommended by publications such as Conde Nast Travelers and Lonely Planet.
SMALL GROUPS
To provide a more customized experience for our guests, Andes Path Peru has a strict policy of limiting our groups to a maximum of 8 people. This commitment to small group sizes is a key factor that distinguishes us from other companies that operate with much larger tour groups.
OUR TOUR GUIDES
We are incredibly proud of our guides! They are consummate professionals who are fluent in English. They possess a deep knowledge of and a true passion for Inca heritage and history. Our guides are committed to continuous professional and personal growth, constantly researching to ensure you receive accurate and recognized information about Inca and Andean culture. Our crew is fun-loving, engaging, and highly educated. Each guide holds a university degree in a relevant field such as Archeology, Tourism, Botany, History, or Anthropology.
OUR SUPER COOL PORTERS
Trekking with Andes Path Peru is a life-changing journey. We offer a fully portered experience where your comfort and enjoyment are our highest priorities. We are dedicated to making sure you have the best possible holiday in Peru, allowing you to interact with local people, explore breathtaking sites, and rediscover remote ancient Inca towns. Our porters will carry your gear, prepare delicious meals, set up your tents in quiet locations away from crowded campsites, and take care of you, allowing you to simply sit back and relax.
We provide the following equipment to our porters at no cost: a jacket, sun hat, warm hat, t-shirt, pants, hiking boots, comfortable duffel bags, a canteen, a supportive girdle to protect their backs, sleeping bags, mattresses, and travel insurance. All of our porters are hired from isolated communities, giving them the opportunity to improve their economic situation and help support their children’s education. We ensure that every one of our porters is treated like family!
OUR EQUIPMENT
The quality of our team (guides, cooks, porters, horsemen) and our top-of-the-line equipment truly makes Andes Path Peru stand out from the competition. For all of our adventure hikes, we include the following:
- OUR TENTS: Enjoy a restful night’s sleep in our 4-season EUREKA Timberline tents. All our tents are 4-person models, but we only house 2 people in each, leaving plenty of room to spread out comfortably and store your duffel bags. They also include a small vestibule, giving you extra outdoor space to leave your boots and walking sticks to keep the interior clean.
- OUR FOAM MATS: These are included to insulate and separate you from the cold ground.
- AIR MATTRESSES: These can be rented for $20 USD.
- OUR KITCHEN & DINING TENTS: The dining tent serves as a communal gathering place for meals. It’s a great time to sit back, relax, and chat with your fellow trekkers.
- OUR TABLES & CHAIRS: The interior of the dining tent includes proper tables and chairs, and its design with two doors on opposite sides allows it to adapt to the day’s weather conditions.
- DUFFEL BAGS: These will be provided to you during the briefing the night before the trek begins.
- MORE: Pillows, backpack rain covers, souvenir t-shirts, and a biochemical portable toilet are all provided on the trek.
OUR SERVICE PROJECTS
At Andes Path Peru, we have always believed in the importance of giving back to the local, isolated communities. Therefore, as part of our commitment to responsible tourism, we consistently run social projects and prioritize local hiring.
Andes Path Peru is proud to be able to support our local people. We do more than just employ them; we go back to our grassroots as they share with their families. We are delighted to have this holistic and supportive relationship with our highland employees and their families!
