Hot Travel Trends for Peru in 2025 - From Paddington to The Incas!

LIMA: The Gastronomical Capital of The Americas

 

Gastronomic Experience: "Back to the Origin" at Central

Acclaimed chef Virgilio Martínez launched his iconic Central restaurant in Lima. The Virgilio Martínez dining experience is called Central. It offers a multisensory dining adventure inspired by Peru’s magnificent biodiversity. Featuring ingredients sourced from the Pacific microclimates and the remote rainforests of the Amazon. In Lima, the bustling capital, you can take a gastronomical trip from the Andes to the Amazon without leaving the city. Simply visit Central Restaurant! Martínez is also the chef at MIL restaurant. Tucked into the hills of Maras in the Sacred Valley of the Incas. It offers the complete Andean culinary experience with a backdrop of the spectacular Andes Mountains.

 

Vigilio Martinez Central

 

Style, Surf, and Sustainability in Lima – Iberostar Selection, Miraflores

For those seeking a deeper connection with nature. During their stay in the “big smoke.” Iberostar is a 5-star option on the Pacific coast. Along with its bold interior design inspired by the beauty of the Pacaya Samiria Amazon nature reserve. A key element of the hotel is the natural light that streams in through large windows. This gives you the opportunity to contemplate the city from a one-of-a-kind point of view. The Miraflores neighborhood is one of the most fascinating and dynamic areas of the city. You can walk along the promenade that passes along the edge of a cliff like no other. From this extraordinary vantage point, the 5-star Iberostar Selection Miraflores hotel offers plenty.  A rooftop terrace with a pool. A glass-enclosed lounge bar, allowing you to enjoy views of the Pacific Ocean. All this and more from the first hotel in Lima to be free of single-use plastic. Visit the fitness center and spa with a sauna. Or head to the Ortega & Huamán and 27 Tapas restaurants. This offers a fusion of Peruvian and Spanish gastronomy created by renowned chef Carlos Testino.

 

Iberostar Hotel, Lima

 

Hotel B Miraflores and its Mindful Living Experience

Lima’s only Relais & Châteaux hotel. The restored Belle Époque mansion was first built in 1914 as a summer home for a wealthy Lima family. Hotel B houses its own unique art collection. Housing over 300 original works of art and installations spread across the premises. Their 20 suites seduce with superlatives. With the highest ceilings, the biggest spaces, and the most magnificent beds. Some have timbered beams; others, have four-poster beds. But all bring a contenting blend of comfort and character. Hotel B is also topped by a roof terrace, with Pacific Ocean views.  The hotel has redefined luxury with its Mindful Living program. This includes massages with natural products, a rooftop energizing yoga session overlooking the ocean, bike rides along the Pacific coast, and finally, recharge your energy with a delicious fruit salad and iced tea. The on-site chef will be happy to take you on a market tour. Or provide Pisco Sour-making classes and a classic Peruvian cuisine cooking class.  all on one of his gourmet culinary experiences.

 

Hotel B, Lima

 

CUSCO. ANCESTRAL WELLNESS AND ANDEAN ECO-LUXURY 

 

Responsible Glamping Along The Inca Trail

The world-famous Classic Inca Trail to Machu Picchu is one of the world's most awe-inspiring treks. Valencia Travel Cusco offers an experience that is the perfect combination of adventure and exploration combined with otherworldly luxury services along the trail. Expect Inca archaeological sites, history, adventure, ecology and wildlife, and of course, mind-boggling and dramatic Andean scenery, which The Inca Trail is famous for. This is an Inca Trail with a difference, however, have combined an element of luxury to this adventurous historic trail that is unparalleled, meaning that you arrive at Machu Picchu, fully rested, relaxed, showered, and pampered. Imagine, after each day´s hike, you are welcomed to your luxury tent with beds, and feather duvets, by your own private masseur, a hot shower, and a gourmet 3 course meal with fine wines!  The ultimate “glamping” experience! Valencia Travel is also committed to zero plastics and responsible trekking. They respect their porters and pay fair wages to these wonderful human beings. Without them, this all would not be possible!

 

Glamping on The Inca Trail

 

The New Era of Luxury Trains: Andean Explorer’s Altiplano Experience

The iconic Andean Explorer by Belmond is a luxury Peru train that explores the breathtaking countryside of the highlands of Peru in unrivaled style. Experience vibrant cities and spellbinding natural wonders. The Andean Explorer, South America’s first luxury sleeper service, offers a choice of one- or two-night journeys. From Cusco, the ancient capital of the Inca Empire, traverse the highest plains of the Andes before arriving at the azure beauty of Lake Titicaca. The two day option continues towards the city of Arequipa, a UNESCO World Heritage site and the gateway to The Colca Canyon. The private cabins are luxurious with indulgent accommodation. Refined Andean cuisine ensures an unforgettable journey along one of the highest routes in the world - the Peruvian Andes.  The Observation Lounge and Spa Cars are the perfect places to unwind, designed to offer modern comfort with traditional touches. Watch this landscape day and night with all the comfort and luxury you deserve.

 

Andean Explorer Luxury Train

 

The Sacred Valley

Wellness In The Valley: Ancestral Connection Retreat at Willka T’ika

Located in the Sacred Valley. Rejuvenate, relax and cultivate well-being at Willka T’ika, an exquisite eco-friendly sanctuary located between the world heritage site of Machu Picchu and the Incan capital of Cusco. Willka T’ika offers a specialty retreat with Pachamama ceremonies, sound baths, and vibrational gastronomy with ingredients harvested from its own energy gardens - Seven Chakra Gardens. Enjoy state-of-the-art sunlit yoga studios, and warm-hearted service, to help you find inspiration, refreshment, and revitalization. Discover a wonderful connection to Mother Nature through Willka T’ika’s peaceful energy and mystical surroundings. The wellness hotel is located in one of the most energetically charged places on earth, and its goal is to facilitate mind, body, and spirit connection.

 

Willka Tika In The Sacre Valley

 

SkyLodge Adventure Suites

The most unique, and by far the most adventurous accommodation option in The Sacred Valley is, without doubt, the Skylodge Adventure Suites. The luxury Skylodge capsules hang like condor nests from a cliff face in the Sacred Valley. You’ll sleep in your transparent bubble, with amazing views along the Sacred Valley below. This is the first-ever hanging hotel in the world and is perfect for those looking for something a little different on their way to the iconic Machu Picchu! From your transparent room, not only will you be in awe at the vast Sacred Valley below you and the dramatic mountain peaks surrounding you, but you’ll also have wonderful views of the night sky over the Sacred Valley. Your room will have four beds, a private bathroom, and solar-powered lighting. At around 8 p.m., you can enjoy a gourmet dinner cooked with traditional Andean ingredients and accompanied by Peruvian wine. Afterwards, you can fall asleep beneath the stars, 400 meters above the ground, in The Sacred Valley of The Incas! There is an adventurous climb to get to these amazing glass pods, either via The Via Ferrata, a metal staircase built into the rock or via a hiking route with ziplines.

 

Skylodge Suites In The Sacred Valley

 

Machu Picchu

Paddington Bear Came Home!

If you have time to kill on your Machu Picchu trip and are wandering around Aguas Calientes, why not hang out with Paddington for a while? Paddington Bear is literally seated on a wooden bench, dressed in his classic attire and hat, enjoying a Marmalade sandwich near the banks of the Aguas Calientes River. This is a free and unusual activity in Peru, Paddington´s native land, and the perfect place to relax in between Machu Picchu tours. This is not just a fun pastime however, it is a reminder to the authorities and residents about the importance of preserving the local environment. To protect the endangered spectacled bear and other species that reside near the iconic Inca site.

 

Paddington in Aguas Calientes

 

Arequipa: Between Volcanoes And Historic Luxury

CIRQA: A Relais & Châteaux Slow Travel Experience

Set in a 16th century monastery, this eleven-room refuge is both a place for rest and fine cuisine. Each room at Cirqa is a timeless homage to the ancient monastery chambers. , Combined with ith its own unique charm, all set around a stunning courtyard. The rooms have custom design finishings and tailor-made furniture & interiors. Cirqa’s kitchen is perhaps the most refined space of them all, offering contemporary interpretations of traditional Arequipeñan flavors in a glass-walled salon or out on the shaded terrace. And though you may be tempted to stay within Cirqa’s walls for the duration of your stay! The hotel’s staff is happy to arrange all manner of excursions!

 

Cirqa Hotel, Arequipa

 

Arequipa, the New Gastronomic Capital of the South

Arequipa is becoming a luxury culinary hotspot. Where traditional southern Peruvian cuisine is reimagined with contemporary techniques. Arequipa’s culinary scene is a unique fusion of innovation and tradition. Thus reflecting the city’s rich cultural roots. From bustling local markets offering fresh produce and spices to immersive food experiences that reimagine ancient recipes with a modern twist, Arequipa’s gastronomy captures the essence of Peru on a plate. Iconic dishes like “rocoto relleno” and “chupe de camarones” showcase the city’s culinary identity, while its food festivals celebrate its diverse cultural and culinary heritage. Eat your way through Arequipa with a one-of-a-kind food experience. Such as luxury Pisco tasting, an Arequipa cooking class, or the annual Mistura Arequipa Gastronomic Festival!

 

Chupe De Camarones - Arequipa Cuisine

 

The Colca Lodge

Colca Lodge is the perfect place for a digital detox with no TV or electronic distractions. Instead, guests can indulge in a number of nature activities such as horse riding, trekking, mountain biking, white water river rafting, or visits to ancient ruins. You can also relax in the lounge by the cozy fireplace with a good old book or in their Eco-Spa, which offers a wide range of beauty treatments and massages. The highlight of the lodge, however, is its own thermal baths in stone pools which are naturally heated by the volcanic hot springs, a perfect way to unwind after a day exploring the Canyon and its environment. Their restaurant Puye serves Peruvian specialties and fusion 'Alpadina' cuisine. A unique culinary concept that blends local Andean produce with alpine cooking techniques. Colca Lodge also has a barbecue bar on the banks of the river Colca, which is amazing for some fresh fish with Andean herbs, or a tender piece of marinated meat. The setting and the food make for a great dining experience, which can be further enjoyed by a pisco sour at any of the three bars at the lodge.

 

Colca Lodge in The Colca Canyon

 

Puno: A Hidden Wellness Sanctuary on Lake Titicaca

 

A Lake Titicaca Wellness Retreat at Titilaka Lodge

Designed for the discerning traveler, Titilaka boasts just 18 rooms allowing a more intimate stay that is most definitely a ‘travel experience’ in itself. The renowned Titilaka Lodge has designed a floating retreat on artificial islands on this immense stretch of water.  offering yoga, sunrise kayaking, and panoramic meditation sessions on the world’s highest navigable lake. Rooms are luxurious with everything you would expect in a hotel of this magnificence but are also nicely in tune with the natural environment. White walls, stone tiles, wooden floors, and colorful local weavings decorate the rooms. However, the real focus is always on the spectacular views from the large windows that bring the azure Titicaca into your room. One of the standout features of Titilaka is its curated Titicaca excursions. These are designed to give you an authentic feel for the region. Excursions range from short two hour trips to full-day adventures. Head out to raft through the reeds for a nice gentle introduction to this lake. The colors are incredible as you paddle your way through the totora reeds. To spot some of the local birdlife with the help of the Titilaka guide. The day trip to Taquile Island is not to be missed. You can avoid the crowds at the main tourist section of the Uros floating Islands by visiting Titilaka’s private island on their comfortable speed boat. You then head to Taquile for a rustic yet gourmet lunch on the stunning Taquile Island. As you learn about their famous weaving techniques.

 

Titilaka Lodge on Lake Titicaca

 

Floating Glamping in Uros: Sky Domes Titicaca

By 2025, the Uros community will introduce eco-glamping domes that float on Lake Titicaca, providing a sustainable luxury experience with zero environmental impact. Glamping Titicaca Peru is a remarkable activity that redefines the camping experience amidst the stunning backdrop of Lake Titicaca. This glamping site on the lake allows visitors to immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the high Andes while enjoying the comforts typically associated with top-end hotels. The beautifully designed tents are equipped with cozy bedding, private bathrooms, and stunning views that greet you each morning, ensuring a memorable stay. Here, you can connect with the breathtaking landscapes. With the tranquil Titicaca waters, and the majestic mountain range of the Andes in the distance.

 

Domes on Lake Titicaca

 

Peru 2025 - The Future of Conscious, Tailor-Made Travel in South America

Luxury in Peru is no longer just about comfort.  It’s also about life-changing experiences. Valencia Travel Cusco offers a wide range of tailor-made tours that are carefully curated to suit your travel needs.  Pick and choose from many luxurious options for the time you have available and your budget. From multisensory gastronomic tours. To holistic retreats in ancient Inca landscapes. To glamping along the iconic Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. Peru continues to lead the way in sustainable travel. Without compromising on style and luxury. 2025 is the perfect time to explore this incredible country to the fullest. Contact us here for the adventure of a lifetime in South America.

 

Luxury Titicaca Train