The Peruvian Andes and Colombian Coast
Embark on an epic journey from the Andes to the Caribbean Coast, exploring the wonders of Machu Picchu, the culinary scene in Lima, the salsa schools of Cartagena and much more.
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Peru and Colombia are two of the most compelling countries in Latin America, with dramatic histories and an embarrassment of World Heritage-listed riches, from Machu Picchu and Cusco to the Coffee Triangle and Cartagena. Travel over the mighty Andes on an epic journey from the Pacific Ocean to the Caribbean coast, staying in the most talked-about hotels and guided by A&K experts throughout. Unearth the treasures of pre-Hispanic and Colonial-era Peru and Colombia and discover the highlights of their most dynamic cities: the world-class fusion cuisine of Lima, the contemporary art of Bogotá, the heady rhythms of Cartagena.
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Highlights
Indulge in delicious ceviche and pisco sours in Lima, the gastronomic capital of the Americas
Feed alpacas and watch as their famously soft wool is woven into textiles in the beautiful Sacred Valley
Unravel the mysteries of Machu Picchu, as mist drifts over the ancient stones and emerald terraces
Explore the heritage of the ancient Incan capital of Cusco, over 11,000ft up in the Andes
Gaze on 34,000 pieces of golden artefacts at Bogotá’s Museum of Gold to discover how the precious metal has shaped the country
Sip world-beating coffee amid views of lush farms and towering wax palms in Colombia’s Coffee Triangle
Soak up the sultry atmosphere of Cartagena and learn to salsa in its sultry bars
Your Itinerary
Our experts have designed this gold-standard itinerary to inspire you, featuring our pick of the best hotels and experiences in every thrilling destination.
Lima, Peru
Peru’s coastal capital where surf, ceviche and pisco sours are only the beginning
Dig into the city’s rich cultural history with guided tours of the Museum of Contemporary Art and comprehensive Larco Museum, home to a private collection of pre-Columbian artefacts.
Your Hotels
Hotel B, Lima
Your Experiences
Caral by private plane
Learn to make ceviche
Cocktail masterclass
Walking tour of Baranco
Lima’s landmarks
Surfing in Miraflores
Looking for Paddington
Exploring monumental Callao
Ceviche culinary class
Woven textiles and traditional farming in a verdant Incan valley
Visit the Sulca Textiles Museum in the company of an expert A&K guide where the wool from llamas, alpacas and other camelids is deftly woven into textiles. Guests can also visit the Children of the Rainbow School, where at-risk children are given a head-start, supported by A&K Philanthropy.
Your Hotels
Rio Sagrado, A Belmond Hotel, Sacred Valley
Your Experiences
Sacred Valley adventure
Kayak the Bellagio Peninsula
A tour of Cuenca’s charming craft villages
Horseback riding in the Chyulu Hills
Sundowner cruise in Chobe National Park
Photos coming soon
Nyerere National Park boat cruise
Fly camping in Nyerere National Park
Lion trekking in Queen Elizabeth National Park
Private boat tour of Lake Powell
The mysteries of Monument Valley
Ha Long Bay by seaplane
Visit the Children of the Rainbow School
Llama trek and remote picnic
Hawaii Island's Kona coffee farms
Private manta ray night snorkel
Dive into the world of lucha libre
London through the ages
Churchill: the visionary
Ria Celestún Biosphere Reserve by boat
Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve by boat
Wellness retreat in Costa Rica’s Blue Zone
Cheese tasting in Undredal Village
Private Floating Sauna in the Fjords
Dublin, the UNESCO City of Literature
Norway's alps by heritage train
Cork and the legendary Blarney Castle
Off-radar on the Beara Peninsula
Okuno-in mausoleum: 10,000 lanterns & 2,000 tombs
The Legends of Montmartre
A Royal Tour of the Palace of Versailles
An Insider Tour of the Latin Quarter
The Louvre Curated: Art Expert Tour
An Insider Tour of Nice
An Insider Tour of Aix-en-Provence
An Insider Tour of Avignon
Meet the world's last two northern white rhinos
Meet the Himba tribe of Purros
Hot-air ballooning over Sossusvlei at sunrise
Standing in the middle of the world
The rose farm of Hacienda la Compania
Cala Luna on foot and by boat
Yangshuo by bike and bamboo raft
Hot springs and the world's largest flower
Malacca food tour by rickshaw
Dinosaurs and Flaming Cliffs
Wildlife of the Yol Valley
Next-level learning in Peru’s Sacred Valley
Sparkling wine en route to Lake Como
Islands of Lake Maggiore
Photos coming soon
Food and wine of Georgia
Lakes and rivers of the Julian Alps
Lake Bled by boat and hiking Vintgar Gorge
Scotland's photogenic west coast
Blair Castle and whisky tasting
A stroll through history in York
Castles and kings in the Yorkshire Dales
The Giant's Causeway and a whiskey tasting
Lake Windermere cruise
French impressions: Monet's house and Honfleur
Lugano, jewel of Lake Como
Athens: the heart of Ancient Greece
A feast of food and culture on Naxos
Greek beauty: picture-perfect Paros
Cape Sounion and the Temple of Poseidon
Acropolis and Athens Riviera
Ancient Corinth and a family olive farm
Geothermal Iceland tour
A Journey to a Hazelnut Farm
Langhe: Hot Air Balloon Ride
Sunset Vintage Car Tour
Wine and Tapas Tasting in the Old Town
An Evening Walk Through Time
Hike the Peña Cortada Aqueduct
Stratonikeia, Lagina and Milas
Dive into Art and Ecology at the Blue Exile Project
An Off-road Quad-bike Safari in Bodrum’s Rugged Backcountry
Dar El Sadaka sidecar adventure
Soar over the gates of Marrakech by hot air balloon
Fly over Teotihuacán in a hot-air balloon
Riding through the Loisaba on horseback
Lemur spotting in Perinet
Meet the Antandroy Tribe
Game drive through Chobe
Game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park
Hiking Adventure in Crater Lakes
Sundowner cruise to Murchison Falls
Sacred forest walk
Guided walk in the Isalo National Park
Photographers’ safari cruise in Chobe
Cycling adventure through the Gobi
Build a ger
Traditional Mongolian cooking class
Traditional archery experience
Highlights of Malacca Old Town
Sea pearl deep dive
Explore a Shinto shrine
Lagoon adventure
Immersion in the lagoons
Chimpanzee trekking
Cotopaxi adventure
Chiloe Island adventure
Adventure in Chile’s Oldest National Park
Visit the Inca Wall
Highlights of Cuenca
Quito’s historic centre
Birdwatching in the Galapagos
Snorkeling in the Galapagos
Water adventure in the Galapagos
Corn farm tour and lunch
Andean cooking and distilling
Discover the stunning landscapes of Zion National Park
Lake Powell off-road adventure
Raft the Colorado River’s stunning Horseshoe Bend
A guided hike on the rim of the Grand Canyon
Guided hike and scenic picnic in Zion National Park
A starlit night drive
Scenic Sossuvlei drives
Hiking through Mantadia
Nocturnal Lemur Spotting
Tour of Guayaquil
Monastery visit and traditional archery demonstration
Hiking the Gangtey Nature Trail
Evening meditation session at Shedra
Visit the Philae Temple
Temple of Kom Ombo
Morning visit to the Temple of Edfu
Journey to ancient Selsela
Esna Temple
Visit the Valley of the Kings
Hiking the Gokyo Valley
Nature lover’s journey through the Ahururi Valley
Explore Madagascar’s Tsingy de Namoroka National Park
Visiting the villages of Jabal Akhdar
Visit Nizwa fort and souq
The culture of Kochi
A Kathakali dance performance
Visit the spectacular dunes of Lac Anony
An afternoon guided forest walk
An e-biking adventure through the Namib Desert
A night walk in the forest of Zenavo
Walk in the Spiny Forest
Kayaking on the Paraná River
Embark on a boat tour of the Paraná River
Explore the marshlands of Laguna Valle
Visit the groundbreaking Ashwan Heart Centre
Fascinating fossils in Tsingy de Namoroka National Park
Inca ruins at Moray
Touring formidable Ollantaytambo
Kildare and the Irish National Stud
Moors and monasteries
Bordeaux’s grand châteaux and storied wines
Saint Emilion's wine region
Wine walk through Paris' Latin Quarter
Private boat tour along the Seine
Surf’s up
Hawaii: Epic land of volcanoes
Helicopter flightseeing over Kilauea volcano
Sunsets and stargazing on Mount Mauna Kea
Sea-kayaking in Channel Islands National Park
Prophitis Ilias and wine tasting
Visit the Island of Delos
Evening tour of Mykonos
Guided tour of the Acropolis
Botanical hike in Kinabalu
Kayaking on Lake Kivu
Explore the Scottish Borders
Ghosts of the moors
Loch Ness RIB ride
Visit Applecross
Explore the Isle of Eriska
Inveraray Castle
Godafoss, Husavik and the legend of Asbyrgi
Krafla and the landscapes of Lake Myvatn
Askja and the lava fields of Holuhraun
Skjalfandafljot's waterfalls and lava fields
Ama: Women of the Sea
Hike the Women Pilgrims Course
Ha Long Bay cruise
Camelid experience
Agriculture in the Andes
Horseback riding in Paradise Valley
Hiking the rim of the Grand Canyon
Lake Powell powerboat tour
Art Deco in Condesa and Luis Barragán’s Casa Gilardi
A traditional boat ride through Xochimilco
Guided tour of Casa Azul
The flavors of Mexico City
Behind the scenes at the National Museum of Anthropology
Photos coming soon
Kayaking in Lan Ha Bay
Explore Torres del Paine National Park
Active adventures in Torres del Paine National Park
French Basque: Bayonne to Espelette
Basque villages and pepper trails
Scale the city’s volcanoes
Make sweet music at Abbey Road Studios
Design your own gin
Learn how to canyoneer
Head off to the races
Fish in an angler’s paradise
Escape to the Greek Riviera
See the stars in a new light
Enjoy the Acropolis all to yourself
An evening of traditional revelry
Sculpt your own marble masterpiece
Summit the legendary Mount Zas
Discover Aegean gems by private boat
The wines of Naoussa
A taste of Greece through a local’s kitchen
See Santorini from your own private boat
Soak up the beach views with a traditional Greek picnic
Hike in the Jabal Akhdar range
Exclusive access to Quito’s iconic church
See the Avenue of Volcanoes by helicopter
Go horseback riding in Windsor Great Park
Enjoy a private tour of Scampston Hall
Explore Grizedale on a forest cycle
Indulge in a private whisky tasting and dinner
Dine in a Michelin-star chef’s apartment
Gourmet walking tour of Le Marais
Cooking lesson in Lake Como
See the wild west coast from the air
Cork foraging and fireside lunch
Picnic in the Mountains
Take the Game of Thrones Studio Tour
Discover the music of Belfast
Taste the finest wines at a historic chateau
Picnic with the Navajo in Monument Valley
Design your own tartan or tweed
Enjoy a private Loch Ness cruise
Hike the epic Nevis Gorge
Swim with seals in a secluded lagoon
Get a taste of Glasgow’s food scene
Private tour of Fondation Louis Vuitton
Cooking class at Maison Dubreuil
Chef’s table at Restaurant le Meurice Alain Ducasse
The flavors of Provence
Meet the orphaned elephants of Reteti
Hot air balloon over the Masai Mara
Name a rhino with A&K’s insider access
A high-octane, high-altitude adventure in the Sacred Valley
Angling on the Nile
Off-roading through Azerbaijan
Learn to cook traditional Tanzanian dishes
See Sossusvlei from a hot-air balloon
Soar over the city’s volcanoes
Snorkel amongst the shipwrecks
Sacred Valley adventure day
Machu Picchu, Peru
Peru’s most iconic landmark, the Lost City of the Incas
Explore the ruins without the crowds in the early morning and late evening, discovering the significance of the site with an expert guide and soaking up its special energy on your own.
Your Hotels
Sanctuary Lodge, A Belmond Hotel, Machu Picchu
Your Experiences
Trek the Inca Trail
Travel in style to Machu Picchu
Exploring Machu Picchu
Book out the Inca Princess, a Private Train Carriage
Cusco, Peru
A historical city in the sky and the gateway to Machu Picchu
Tour the cathedral on the Plaza de Armas and the impressive Santo Domingo Temple, built over the Incan Koricancha, or Temple of the Sun.
Your Hotels
Monasterio, A Belmond Hotel, Cusco
Your Experiences
Cultural highlights of Cusco
Andean shaman experience
Rainbow Mountain trek
Peruvian cooking masterclass
The ruins of Sacsayhuaman
Chocolate making
Bogota, Colombia
Iconic art and historic architecture in Colombia’s lofty capital
On a tour of the city tailored to your interests, understand the process that led to peace on a walk that takes in Fragmentos, an installation by native artist Doris Salcedo featuring a floor made from melted rifles.
Your Hotels
Four Seasons Hotel Casa Medina Bogota
Your Experiences
Delving into Bogota
Peace and history in Bogota
Botero & Gold Museums
Waterfall hike
Concert in the Cathedral of Salt
Eje Cafetero, Colombia
Coffee beans and wax palms
After an immersive visit and tasting at a coffee estate in Armenia, walk through the majestic Cocora Valley with a guide, and wander through the colorful town of Salento.
Your Hotel
Hacienda Bambusa
Your Experiences
Balloon flight over the Coffee Triangle
Colombian coffee country
Majestic coffee valley
Colourful Salento and picturesque Filandia
Coffee region hot air balloon ride
Cartagena, Colombia
The Jewel of the Caribbean
Sail across the bay at sunset, looking back at the fortress walls, and master the rhythms of salsa, merengue, reggaeton and bachata at a local dance academy.
Your Hotel
Casa Pestagua
Your Experiences
Sunset sail in Cartagena
Sightseeing in Cartagena
Street food tour Of Cartagena
Rum, coffee and chocolate tasting
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Hotel B, Lima
Miraflores Park, A Belmond Hotel, Lima
Rio Sagrado, A Belmond Hotel, Sacred Valley
Sol y Luna Hotel
Sanctuary Lodge, A Belmond Hotel, Machu Picchu
Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel
Monasterio, A Belmond Hotel, Cusco
Palacio Nazarenas, A Belmond Hotel
Four Seasons Hotel Casa Medina Bogota
Four Seasons Hotel Bogota
Hacienda Bambusa
Casa Pestagua
Add-On Experiences
Switch up your adventure by adding more experiences that thrill you.
Caral by private plane
Sacred Valley adventure
Trek the Inca Trail
Cultural highlights of Cusco
Delving into Bogota
Peace and history in Bogota
Botero & Gold Museums
Balloon flight over the Coffee Triangle
Colombian coffee country
Majestic coffee valley
Colourful Salento and picturesque Filandia
Sunset sail in Cartagena
Sightseeing in Cartagena
Street food tour Of Cartagena
Learn to make ceviche
Cocktail masterclass
Walking tour of Baranco
Lima’s landmarks
Surfing in Miraflores
Looking for Paddington
Exploring monumental Callao
Ceviche culinary class
Kayak the Bellagio Peninsula
A tour of Cuenca’s charming craft villages
Horseback riding in the Chyulu Hills
Sundowner cruise in Chobe National Park
Photos coming soon
Nyerere National Park boat cruise
Fly camping in Nyerere National Park
Lion trekking in Queen Elizabeth National Park
Private boat tour of Lake Powell
The mysteries of Monument Valley
Ha Long Bay by seaplane
Visit the Children of the Rainbow School
Llama trek and remote picnic
Hawaii Island's Kona coffee farms
Private manta ray night snorkel
Dive into the world of lucha libre
London through the ages
Churchill: the visionary
Ria Celestún Biosphere Reserve by boat
Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve by boat
Wellness retreat in Costa Rica’s Blue Zone
Cheese tasting in Undredal Village
Private Floating Sauna in the Fjords
Dublin, the UNESCO City of Literature
Norway's alps by heritage train
Cork and the legendary Blarney Castle
Off-radar on the Beara Peninsula
Okuno-in mausoleum: 10,000 lanterns & 2,000 tombs
The Legends of Montmartre
A Royal Tour of the Palace of Versailles
An Insider Tour of the Latin Quarter
The Louvre Curated: Art Expert Tour
An Insider Tour of Nice
An Insider Tour of Aix-en-Provence
An Insider Tour of Avignon
Meet the world's last two northern white rhinos
Meet the Himba tribe of Purros
Hot-air ballooning over Sossusvlei at sunrise
Standing in the middle of the world
The rose farm of Hacienda la Compania
Cala Luna on foot and by boat
Yangshuo by bike and bamboo raft
Hot springs and the world's largest flower
Malacca food tour by rickshaw
Dinosaurs and Flaming Cliffs
Wildlife of the Yol Valley
Next-level learning in Peru’s Sacred Valley
Sparkling wine en route to Lake Como
Islands of Lake Maggiore
Photos coming soon
Food and wine of Georgia
Lakes and rivers of the Julian Alps
Lake Bled by boat and hiking Vintgar Gorge
Scotland's photogenic west coast
Blair Castle and whisky tasting
A stroll through history in York
Castles and kings in the Yorkshire Dales
The Giant's Causeway and a whiskey tasting
Lake Windermere cruise
French impressions: Monet's house and Honfleur
Lugano, jewel of Lake Como
Athens: the heart of Ancient Greece
A feast of food and culture on Naxos
Greek beauty: picture-perfect Paros
Cape Sounion and the Temple of Poseidon
Acropolis and Athens Riviera
Ancient Corinth and a family olive farm
Geothermal Iceland tour
A Journey to a Hazelnut Farm
Langhe: Hot Air Balloon Ride
Sunset Vintage Car Tour
Wine and Tapas Tasting in the Old Town
An Evening Walk Through Time
Hike the Peña Cortada Aqueduct
Stratonikeia, Lagina and Milas
Dive into Art and Ecology at the Blue Exile Project
An Off-road Quad-bike Safari in Bodrum’s Rugged Backcountry
Dar El Sadaka sidecar adventure
Soar over the gates of Marrakech by hot air balloon
Fly over Teotihuacán in a hot-air balloon
Riding through the Loisaba on horseback
Lemur spotting in Perinet
Meet the Antandroy Tribe
Game drive through Chobe
Game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park
Hiking Adventure in Crater Lakes
Sundowner cruise to Murchison Falls
Sacred forest walk
Guided walk in the Isalo National Park
Photographers’ safari cruise in Chobe
Cycling adventure through the Gobi
Build a ger
Traditional Mongolian cooking class
Traditional archery experience
Highlights of Malacca Old Town
Sea pearl deep dive
Explore a Shinto shrine
Lagoon adventure
Immersion in the lagoons
Chimpanzee trekking
Cotopaxi adventure
Chiloe Island adventure
Adventure in Chile’s Oldest National Park
Visit the Inca Wall
Highlights of Cuenca
Quito’s historic centre
Birdwatching in the Galapagos
Snorkeling in the Galapagos
Water adventure in the Galapagos
Corn farm tour and lunch
Andean cooking and distilling
Discover the stunning landscapes of Zion National Park
Lake Powell off-road adventure
Raft the Colorado River’s stunning Horseshoe Bend
A guided hike on the rim of the Grand Canyon
Guided hike and scenic picnic in Zion National Park
A starlit night drive
Scenic Sossuvlei drives
Hiking through Mantadia
Nocturnal Lemur Spotting
Tour of Guayaquil
Monastery visit and traditional archery demonstration
Hiking the Gangtey Nature Trail
Evening meditation session at Shedra
Visit the Philae Temple
Temple of Kom Ombo
Morning visit to the Temple of Edfu
Journey to ancient Selsela
Esna Temple
Visit the Valley of the Kings
Hiking the Gokyo Valley
Nature lover’s journey through the Ahururi Valley
Explore Madagascar’s Tsingy de Namoroka National Park
Visiting the villages of Jabal Akhdar
Visit Nizwa fort and souq
The culture of Kochi
A Kathakali dance performance
Visit the spectacular dunes of Lac Anony
An afternoon guided forest walk
An e-biking adventure through the Namib Desert
A night walk in the forest of Zenavo
Walk in the Spiny Forest
Kayaking on the Paraná River
Embark on a boat tour of the Paraná River
Explore the marshlands of Laguna Valle
Visit the groundbreaking Ashwan Heart Centre
Fascinating fossils in Tsingy de Namoroka National Park
Inca ruins at Moray
Touring formidable Ollantaytambo
Kildare and the Irish National Stud
Moors and monasteries
Bordeaux’s grand châteaux and storied wines
Saint Emilion's wine region
Wine walk through Paris' Latin Quarter
Private boat tour along the Seine
Surf’s up
Hawaii: Epic land of volcanoes
Helicopter flightseeing over Kilauea volcano
Sunsets and stargazing on Mount Mauna Kea
Sea-kayaking in Channel Islands National Park
Prophitis Ilias and wine tasting
Visit the Island of Delos
Evening tour of Mykonos
Guided tour of the Acropolis
Botanical hike in Kinabalu
Kayaking on Lake Kivu
Explore the Scottish Borders
Ghosts of the moors
Loch Ness RIB ride
Visit Applecross
Explore the Isle of Eriska
Inveraray Castle
Godafoss, Husavik and the legend of Asbyrgi
Krafla and the landscapes of Lake Myvatn
Askja and the lava fields of Holuhraun
Skjalfandafljot's waterfalls and lava fields
Ama: Women of the Sea
Hike the Women Pilgrims Course
Ha Long Bay cruise
Camelid experience
Agriculture in the Andes
Horseback riding in Paradise Valley
Hiking the rim of the Grand Canyon
Lake Powell powerboat tour
Art Deco in Condesa and Luis Barragán’s Casa Gilardi
A traditional boat ride through Xochimilco
Guided tour of Casa Azul
The flavors of Mexico City
Behind the scenes at the National Museum of Anthropology
Photos coming soon
Kayaking in Lan Ha Bay
Explore Torres del Paine National Park
Active adventures in Torres del Paine National Park
French Basque: Bayonne to Espelette
Basque villages and pepper trails
Scale the city’s volcanoes
Make sweet music at Abbey Road Studios
Design your own gin
Learn how to canyoneer
Head off to the races
Fish in an angler’s paradise
Escape to the Greek Riviera
See the stars in a new light
Enjoy the Acropolis all to yourself
An evening of traditional revelry
Sculpt your own marble masterpiece
Summit the legendary Mount Zas
Discover Aegean gems by private boat
The wines of Naoussa
A taste of Greece through a local’s kitchen
See Santorini from your own private boat
Soak up the beach views with a traditional Greek picnic
Hike in the Jabal Akhdar range
Exclusive access to Quito’s iconic church
See the Avenue of Volcanoes by helicopter
Go horseback riding in Windsor Great Park
Enjoy a private tour of Scampston Hall
Explore Grizedale on a forest cycle
Indulge in a private whisky tasting and dinner
Dine in a Michelin-star chef’s apartment
Gourmet walking tour of Le Marais
Cooking lesson in Lake Como
See the wild west coast from the air
Cork foraging and fireside lunch
Picnic in the Mountains
Take the Game of Thrones Studio Tour
Discover the music of Belfast
Taste the finest wines at a historic chateau
Picnic with the Navajo in Monument Valley
Design your own tartan or tweed
Enjoy a private Loch Ness cruise
Hike the epic Nevis Gorge
Swim with seals in a secluded lagoon
Get a taste of Glasgow’s food scene
Private tour of Fondation Louis Vuitton
Cooking class at Maison Dubreuil
Chef’s table at Restaurant le Meurice Alain Ducasse
The flavors of Provence
Meet the orphaned elephants of Reteti
Hot air balloon over the Masai Mara
Name a rhino with A&K’s insider access
A high-octane, high-altitude adventure in the Sacred Valley
Angling on the Nile
Off-roading through Azerbaijan
Learn to cook traditional Tanzanian dishes
See Sossusvlei from a hot-air balloon
Soar over the city’s volcanoes
Snorkel amongst the shipwrecks
Sacred Valley adventure day
Travel in style to Machu Picchu
Exploring Machu Picchu
Book out the Inca Princess, a Private Train Carriage
Andean shaman experience
Rainbow Mountain trek
Peruvian cooking masterclass
The ruins of Sacsayhuaman
Chocolate making
Waterfall hike
Concert in the Cathedral of Salt
Coffee region hot air balloon ride
Rum, coffee and chocolate tasting
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