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The brainchild of Francesco Galli-Zugaro, Aqua Expeditions is entirely unique to the Peruvian Amazon. Trips cater to discriminating, adventurous travellers and explore the more remote and pristine areas of the Pacaya-Samiria Reserve in the upper Amazon River and its tributaries. M/V Aqua is 140-feet long with 12 spacious and luxurious guest suites. All of the suites have large outward-facing picture windows and en-suite sitting areas.

Aqua Expeditions' new vessel, the M/V Aria, features 16 suites with floor-to-ceiling windows, Jacuzzi, a gym, sundeck, and the same Pedro Miguel Schiaffino-designed menus.

Las Casitas del Colca is Peru's hidden gem, a collection of luxurious cottage vi fabulous spa, set in the peace an serenity of the remote Colca Can

Nestled high in the Andes, this Orient-Express secluded retreat offers a rare opportunity to experience the traditional beauty of Peru. Spot condors high overhead, hike through the fields or visit the hotel’s farm. Spend time in harmony with this lush valley’s nature and local community, with complete freedom to do as much or as little as you wish.

Nestled in the Sacred Valley of the Incas, surrounded by ancient remains, is this tranquil, rural retreat. Yet close by is all the colour and vigour of contemporary Peruvian life: local markets, adventurous activities and the rugged trail to Machu Picchu.

Hotel Rio Sagrado

Urubamba Valley

A former monastery raised on Inca stones, this is a haven of near-religious calm. Yet just outside its tranquil cloisters is Cuzco’s lively city centre, where brightly-clad traders hawk their wares, trekkers prepare to hike the Andes trails and Peruvian musicians gather enthusiastic crowds.

Hotel Monasterio

Cuzco

One of the world’s most fabled ancient sites, Machu Picchu is a place of most wonder and awe when the daytime crowds have left. Wreathed in the mists that add mystery to its spectacular sunrises and moonlit nights, to sleep at the only lodge beside this mountain citadel is an all-time travel great: pure adventure.

Machu Picchu

Sanctuary Lodge

Aqua Expeditions Las Casitas de Colca