PERU, FOR THE FIRST TIME — 8 DAYS
8 days | From $5,930 pp
Discover Peru on an exclusive 8-day private Gay Machu Picchu tour designed for LGBTQ+ travelers. Experience the perfect blend of culture and comfort—from the vibrant culinary scene of Lima and the serene Sacred Valley to the awe-inspiring heights of Machu Picchu and the historic charm of Cusco. Expertly crafted by View Signature Travels, this personalized itinerary offers seamless private service and authentic local connection, ensuring your first Peru journey is uniquely yours.
UNDERSTANDING BUILT INTO THE JOURNEY
A meaningful journey should never require you to repeatedly explain your relationship, room preferences or personal boundaries.
View coordinates these details before arrival and selects hotels, guides and travel partners with professionalism, service and respectful hospitality in mind.
Private guiding gives couples, friends and solo travelers the freedom to move naturally through each destination without adapting to an unfamiliar group.
Your identity is understood without becoming the subject of every experience.
The journey remains about discovering Peru—and feeling entirely present while doing so.
RETREATS BY SOMI
Beyond the itinerary
Day 1
WELCOME TO PERU
Arrive in Lima, where your private View representative will welcome you and accompany you to your hotel in Miraflores or Barranco.
The remainder of the day is free to rest, walk beside the Pacific or enjoy your first evening in Peru at your own pace.
Meals: None
Stay: Pullman Miraflores / Hotel B
Day 2
LIMA THROUGH CULTURE AND FLAVOR
Discover Lima with a private guide, connecting its historic heritage with q culinary experience introduces Peru through its ingredients, cultural influences and internationally recognized gastronomy.
After lunch, you may enjoy an optional city tour exploring Lima’s heritage and history.
The evening remains free for your preferred restaurant, cocktails or an optional introduction to Lima’s LGBTQ+ scene.
Meals: Breakfast and lunch
Stay: Pullman Miraflores / Hotel B
Day 3
INTO THE SACRED VALLEY
Fly from Lima to Cusco and continue privately into the Sacred Valley, where the lower elevation provides a gentler introduction to the Andes.
Enjoy the changing mountain scenery before settling into your hotel. The afternoon remains unhurried, with time to rest, enjoy the property or request an optional spa treatment.
Meals: Breakfast
Stay: Casa Eva / Tambo del Inka Luxury Collection
Day 4
THE LIVING ANDES
Experience the Sacred Valley through its people, landscapes and living traditions.
Depending on your interests, the day may include a privately hosted encounter connected to Andean cuisine, agriculture, textiles or local culture. Continue to Ollantaytambo to explore its monumental Inca architecture and historic streets.
Meals: Breakfast and lunch
Stay: Casona de Yucay / Tambo del Inka Luxury Collection
Day 5
THE JOURNEY TO MACHU PICCHU
Board the panoramic train and follow the Urubamba River as the Sacred Valley narrows and enters the cloud forest.
Upon arrival, lunch in Aguas Calientes town before continue to Machu Picchu for a private afternoon guided exploration of its architecture, history and relationship with the surrounding landscape.
After your exploration, return to Aguas Calientes to unwind with a relaxing evening massage.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Stay: Casa del Sol / Sumaq Machu Picchu Hotel
Day 6
A FINAL MORNING IN MACHU PICCHU
Enjoy a relaxed morning in Aguas Calientes or return to Machu Picchu for an optional second early morning visit, subject to entrance availability.
Around mid morning, board the train to Ollantaytambo. Upon arrival, enjoy a curated experience featuring regional flavors and artisanal spirits from the Sacred Valley, accompanied by a traditional local lunch at Destileria Andina.
Continue privately to Cusco and settle into your selected hotel.
Meals: Breakfast and lunch
Stay: Casa Clara / Casa Cartagena
Day 7
CUSCO, BETWEEN HISTORY AND SPIRIT
Explore Cusco privately, beginning at Qorikancha before continuing to the cathedral, through the historic streets and artistic neighborhood of San Blas.
In the afternoon,as an option, the experience may extend to nearby archaeological sites such as Sacsayhuamán, Q’enqo, to conclude with a private spiritual experience inspired by Andean traditions, designed with respect and led by an native shaman
Conclude your journey with a farewell dinner at a renowned local restaurant, tailored to your culinary preferences.
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Stay: Cusco
Day 8
THE JOURNEY CONTINUES
After breakfast, transfer privately to Cusco Airport for your onward flight.
Your experience may continue with the Peruvian Amazon, Lake Titicaca, an Andean trekking journey or selected destinations elsewhere in South America.
The itinerary ends, but your connection with Peru has only begun.
Meals: Breakfast
ACCOMMODATION
PLACES CHOSEN FOR HOW THEY MAKE YOU FEEL
The journey includes seven nights in selected upscale boutique or five-star hotels.
Properties are proposed according to character, location, service and their ability to welcome every traveler naturally.
Final hotels depend on availability, travel dates and preferred accommodation level. Premium rooms, suites and private villas can be requested.
Hotel B, Lima
Hotel B, Lima
WHAT’S INCLUDED
- Seven nights in hand-selected, upscale boutique or five-star accommodations, personalized to your style.
- Daily breakfast, plus a curated selection of authentic local meals.
- Seamless private transportation and expert local guiding throughout your entire journey.
- Bespoke Machu Picchu experience, including all entrance arrangements and scenic, panoramic train travel.
- A rejuvenating massage therapy session in Aguas Calientes to relax and unwind after your exploration.
- Immersive cultural and culinary encounters designed exclusively for you.
- Dedicated pre-trip planning and meticulous coordination of your personal preferences.
- Continuous, reliable local support from our View Signature Travels team from arrival to departure.
NOT INCLUDED
- International airfare
Domestic flights within Peru
Travel and medical insurance
Meals and beverages not otherwise specified
Optional secondary visits to Machu Picchu, Huayna Picchu, or Machu Picchu Mountain (please request these when tailoring your journey)
Early check-in or late check-out (subject to availability)
Personal expenses and gratuities
Any services not expressly included in your confirmed proposal
OPTIONAL ENHANCEMENTS
- Romantic or anniversary dinner
Proposal experience
Private travel photography
Wellness and spa experiences
Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu
Luxury trekking extension
Peruvian Amazon extension
Lake Titicaca or Arequipa extension
Galápagos or South America extension
Connect with Cusco’s local LGBTQ+ community.
- PRICING
Based on two travelers sharing a double or twin room at 4 star hotels.
This is a privately designed journey. A personalized quotation will be prepared after understanding your dates, preferences and desired accommodation level.
FROM US$____ PER PERSON
Private Consultation
Your Story Deserves An Extraordinary Journey
Tell us who you are traveling with, what inspires you and how you want the experience to feel.
A View travel designer will transform your ideas into a private LGBTQ+ journey through Peru or South America
Important Journey Information
Physical Level
Easy to Moderate.
The journey includes walking on uneven surfaces, archaeological terrain and stone steps.
Altitude
The itinerary travels from sea level into the Andes. Beginning in the Sacred Valley supports a more gradual adjustment before staying in Cusco.
Machu Picchu
Entrance schedules and visitor circuits are subject to availability and current regulations. The most suitable available route will be confirmed before travel.
Luggage
Train services to Machu Picchu apply separate luggage restrictions. View will coordinate the transportation or storage of your main luggage.
Travel Insurance
Comprehensive travel and medical insurance is strongly recommended.
Hotels and Services
Hotels, train schedules and specific experiences remain subject to availability until the reservation is confirmed.
THE VIEW DIFFERENCE
CREATED LOCALLY. DESIGNED PERSONALLY.
This journey is created and operated by View Signature Travels through GayPeruTours.com. Our Peru-based travel designers, operations team and private guides coordinate each element around the people participating. The result is a journey that feels personal rather than programmed: carefully selected hotels, meaningful encounters, seamless private services and a local team that remains connected from arrival to departure.
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Frequently Asked Questions
IS THIS A PRIVATE GAY MACHU PICCHU TOUR?
Yes. The principal transportation, guiding and scheduled experiences are arranged privately for the confirmed travelers.
CAN THE ITINERARY BE CUSTOMIZED?
Yes. Hotels, experiences, meals, pacing and extensions can be adapted around your interests and travel style.
CAN SAME-SEX COUPLES REQUEST ONE BED?
Yes. Room and bedding preferences are confirmed during planning and communicated directly to the selected hotels.
CAN SOLO LGBTQ+ TRAVELERS BOOK THIS JOURNEY?
Yes. The itinerary can be operated privately for one traveler with local assistance throughout the journey.
IS THIS TOUR SUITABLE FOR A HONEYMOON?
Yes. Romantic stays, private dining, room upgrades and celebration details can be incorporated.