15-day, 14-night journey
15-day, 14-night journey
Spiritual Peru
Spiritual Peru
Unveiling the spiritual heart of Peru
Discover the Andean-Catholic confluence in Peru
A journey to explore Peru's great sacred sites, revealing the deep union between Catholic faith and Andean spirituality
This trip explores Peru through its most spiritual and cultural dimension, passing through centuries-old buildings, sanctuaries, and hidden temples where Indigenous spirituality blends with Christian traditions, revealing the strength of syncretism in andean Peru.
About this trip
An invitation to connect with the roots of Peru’s spirituality
Rooted in polytheistic, idolatrous, and pantheistic traditions, ancient Andean spirituality revered the natural world, where mountains, sacred sites, and ritual objects carried profound meaning. Over time, Catholic influence reshaped these beliefs into a unique spiritual landscape marked by syncretism, that is still very much alive today.
Highlights of this trip
- Explore historic cathedrals and sanctuaries.
- Get to visit Ayacucho, the “City of Churches,” with its rich colonial and religious heritage.
- Visit the archaeological site of Sondor, dating back to 2,000 BC.
- Step into the spiritual heart of the Inca Empire, where ancient temples and churches coexist.
- Take in the energy of the majestic sanctuary of Machu Picchu.
- Wander through the “White City” and its remarkable colonial religious sites.
- Observe how Andean beliefs blend with Catholicism in its many forms.
- Understand the symbols of past and present connected to faith.
- Take part in an Andean spiritual ceremony of gratitude.
Our itinerary: Spiritual Peru
This journey is part of our travel catalogue and follows a set structure. Following our approach, our trips are never rushed: we prioritise a balanced rhythm, comfort, the pleasure of taking in each place, and genuine connection with the destination and its people. This trip only takes place for private groups, so that whenever is needed, adjustments are possible under revised conditions.
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This journey can be adjusted if the dates coincide with religious celebrations such as Holy Week or local festivities like Corpus Christi. In such cases, the visits will be adapted to incorporate these events into the program, though under possibly different conditions.
- Arrival at the international airport.
- Meet-and-greet with a member of our team and private transfer to your hotel.
- Depending on arrival time, optional stroll through the district of Miraflores (Day 1 – optional).
- Walking tour of Lima’s historic center: Plaza Mayor, the Cathedral, and the San Francisco Convent.
- Visit to the Larco Museum to understand pre-Columbian beliefs and their spiritual symbolism.
- Flight to Ayacucho, the City of Churches.
- Walking tour of the colonial center: Cathedral, Santo Domingo, La Merced.
- Meeting with a local sacred-art artisan.
- Visit to the Santa Teresa Convent, a space of silence and contemplation.
- Visit to the “Pampa de Quinua,” a historic site of Peru's independence.
- Time to wander through the streets and observe the inhabitants’ everyday devotion.
- Departure toward Andahuaylas through the Mantaro Valley.
- Excursion to the Sanctuary of the Virgen de Cocharcas, a symbol of syncretism between the Virgin and Pachamama.
- Overnight in Andahuaylas.
- Excursion to the archaeological site of Sondor, a pre-Inca ceremonial center (2000 BC) overlooking a valley.
- Visit to Lake Pacucha.
- Lunch en route in Abancay.
- Arrival in Cusco at the end of the day, and after check-in an evening stroll around the city center.
- Key points to visit in Cusco: Santo Domingo, La Merced, Qoricancha, the Cathedral, and the archaeological sites of Sacsayhuaman and Q’enqo.
- An exploration of the Sacred Valley: Moray, Maras, Chinchero, and Ollantaytambo.
- Tourist train journey to Aguas Calientes.
- A guided visit to Machu Picchu on a full day basis.
- A day to discover the Andean Baroque route in the south of Cusco, including the church of Andahuaylillas and the church of Huaro.
- Visit to the towns of Calca and Pisac, where a guided Andean ceremony of spirituality and gratitude will take place.
- A day to enjoy the magic of Cusco on your own (day 12).
- Flight to Arequipa from Cusco.
- Guided walking tour of the historic center.
- A guided visit to the Santa Catalina Monastery, a true religious complex.
- Discovery of the Cathedral and La Compañía church, along with its mixed baroque chapels.
- Visit of the Recoleta Museum and the Santa Teresa Convent, an active Franciscan convent.
- A visit to the Andean Sanctuaries Museum to dive deeper into andean cosmovision.
- Return flight to Lima and connection with your international flight.
- End of services.
Pricing and associated conditions
This trip is an all-inclusive service from arrival onward**.
OUR TRAVEL PACKAGE INCLUDES
- Turnkey trip, organized from start to finish.
- Accommodation in boutique hotels combining comfort and authenticity in a superior 3-star category. Upgrade available.
- Meals: Breakfast and lunch included. Full board basis in the Amazon.
- Excursions and visits: accompanied by an English-speaking local guide.
- Transfers during the trip: 3 domestic flights and 2 tourist trains.
- All ground transfers with a qualified driver.
- Airport transfers: pickup and return included.
- Entrance fees included for all visits mentioned in the program.
- Pre-arrival orientation with details of the program.
- Personal assistance.
DOES NOT INCLUDE
- International flights (available as an additional service).
- Single-room supplement for individual occupancy.
- Travel insurance: travel, accident, health, and/or Covid-19 coverage.
- Beverages in general (alcoholic drinks, sodas, coffee, etc.).
- Bank fees.
- Date changes: fees related to date modifications made by the client.
- Tips and personal expenses.
- The trip can be booked even by a single traveler, with different pricing conditions.
- The international flight is not included in the price but can be added as an additional service.
- We reserve our right to change or modify the order of the itinerary if necessary due to availability or other force-majeure reasons, by providing previous notification.
- Modifications to this trip are possible, subject to new pricing conditions.
- If the trip aligns with a special date, we will adapt the itinerary to allow our travelers to experience the festivity, if they wish to do so.
- Prices may vary depending on the season, particularly between June and September.
- Upgrade options are available.
15 days / 14 nights
Rates from
$
3,150
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per person -
Turnkey trip with inclusions described above. No hidden expenses.
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Price per person in a double room occupancy.
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Price based on a group of 8–10 people.
