Day 1: Arrival in Lima, Peru. Transfer and accommodation at Miraflores Park, a Belmond Hotel.

Day 2: Explore Lima's historical sites including the Gold Museum and Larco Museum, enjoying local gastronomy for lunch.

Day 3: Flight from Lima to Cusco, then drive to Sacred Valley with stops at Awanakancha textile centre and Pisac market. Overnight stay at Sol y Luna hotel or Rio Sagrado Belmond Hotel.

Day 4: Visit Ollantaytambo ruins, Maras salt mines, and Moray agricultural terraces. Lunch at Hacienda Orihuela with a private museum visit.

Day 5: Train journey on the Luxury Hiram Bingham train to Aguas Calientes. Accommodation at Belmond Sanctuary Lodge or Inkaterra Pueblo Hotel.

Day 6: Tour of Machu Picchu with a second entry and various hike options. Return train to Ollantaytambo and transfer to Cusco, staying at Monestario – A Belmond hotel or Inkaterra La Casona.

Day 7: Half-day Cusco city tour, visiting Qorikancha, Sacsayhuaman, Q’enqo, Tambomachay, and Puca Pucara. Free time in the evening.

Day 8: Return flight to Lima, market visit, cooking class with a professional chef, and final transfer to the airport or local hotel upon request.

The itinerary offers a comprehensive cultural and historical experience of Peru, with luxury accommodation and personalised tours, culminating in a cooking class before departure.