Peru · LUNCH EXPERIENCES
Good lunch experiences fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Hike to Peru’s brilliant Humantay Lake from Cusco with mountain views, local meals, bilingual guides, and an optional horse ride.
“It was incredible! The hike was HARD but as soon as we got there, I honestly couldn’t wipe the smile off my face. Our guide Taco was amazing + was so informative + kept us updated the whole time. Very worth it!!”
See Chinchero, Moray, Maras, Ollantaytambo, and Pisac in one long, well-priced Sacred Valley day tour from Cusco with lunch.
“Trip was good organized, all in schedule. The guide Lily was very professional, told a lot and interesting about the Incas history.”
Visit Machu Picchu from Cusco by scenic train, with guided entry, buses, hotel pickup, and optional Peruvian lunch at Inkaterra.
“Amazing experience. Super long trip. Very filling and tasty lunch but the glass of wine was super expensive. The tour guide was very helpful and showed me everything and he took great photos of me.”
A $25 full-day Sacred Valley tour from Cusco with Chinchero textiles, Moray, Maras salt mines, ruins, Pisac, and buffet lunch.
“Sacred Valley Tour – A Must-Do Experience in Peru We took this incredible Sacred Valley tour yesterday, and it was one of the highlights of our entire trip to Peru. The itinerary included Chinchero, Moray, Ollantaytambo, and Pisac—each destination offering something truly special. Pisac, in particular, absolutely took our breath away. We have traveled all over the world, and it still ranks among the most beautiful places we have ever seen. The views from the terraces and the surrounding mountains are unforgettable. The tour also included a buffet lunch featuring a wide selection of authentic Peruvian dishes. Everything we tried was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented—definitely a gre...”
Explore Pisac Market and Ollantaytambo from Cusco with a bilingual guide, Peruvian buffet lunch, Inca ruins, shopping, and hotel transfers.
“Very well managed to her that took us to many interesting places. The guide was very knowledgeable and the lunch was delicious. Would definitely recommend.”
Review of the 7 Lakes Ausangate trek from Cusco, with high Andes views, breakfast, lunch, optional horses, and Pacchanta hot springs.
“Our guide, Kevin, was amazing! The hike was absolutely beautiful. The food was plentiful and good! Overall, it was a phenomenal experience! Unforgettable! And lastly, did I mention: our guide Kevin was AWESOME! 10/10 recommend!”
Review of Cusco’s Sacred Valley tour to Pisac, Ollantaytambo, and Chinchero, with buffet lunch, expert guides, practical tips, and value advice.
“We had a lovely tour through the Sacred Valley. Eddy our guide was great, always with good energy and lots of relevant information. Overall it felt like very good value for money especially including the lunch buffet which felt surprisingly luxurious actually with for example a separate ceviche corner. Really lovely. People should be aware though that the tour packs in a lot for a day which means a lot of driving during the day (so bring some entertainment) but we knew this before so it was fine! Also, we still felt like we had enough time and free time in each location, so very happy with that. Overall great…”
Ride Peru’s Route of the Sun from Puno to Cusco with four cultural stops, buffet lunch, Andean views, and a comfortable luxury bus.
“If you’re traveling between Cusco and Puno, the Inka Express is the perfect way to transform a simple transfer into an unforgettable adventure. The journey itself is stunning, with breathtaking views of the Andean mountains, lush valleys, and charming small towns along the way.”
Travel Cusco to Puno by luxury bus with Andean sites, buffet lunch, mountain views, bilingual guides, and four guided stops.
“This trip was really nice. We where in the low season and the bus was very comfortable and also empty. Elizabeth, our guide was really nice, kind and knowledgeable. She didn't left things unexplained and was able to answer all our questions. Neider was our driver and he make sure we had no surprises during our trip, he would also slow down for pictures in some places. Buffet lunch was simple but quite nice.”
Visit Uros and Taquile from Puno by speedboat, hike beside Lake Titicaca, enjoy trout lunch, and return after a full day of island life.
“Interesting to see the islands of the lake, and be given some information about the local peoples.”
A practical review of a private Machu Picchu day trip from Cusco, covering trains, buses, lunch, guide service, ticket rules, and the long travel day.
“Too much for one day. About 5 hours each way to/from Cusco. Maybe stay in Aguas Caliente or Ollayantytambo.”
Review this 10-hour Sacred Valley tour from Cusco, with Pisac, Ollantaytambo, Chinchero, buffet lunch, guide, and hotel pickup.
“Christian was a great tour guide, everything was very well organized and informative. We hit so many places: Chinchero, Moray, Maras, Urubamba, Ollantaytambo, and Pisac. Lunch was also awesome! But learning about the Inca culture was a real treat.”
See Pisac, Ollantaytambo, and Machu Picchu in two busy days, with trains, guides, lunch, and one night in Aguas Calientes.
“The best word to describe this Sacred Valley + Machu Pichu tour is ORGANIZED. From hotel pickups to train connections, this tour company created the most seamless travel adventure. Our first tour guide’s name was Clara and she was a well informed and very funny guide. She made the sacred valley tour personal and full of great facts. Once we got to Agues Calientes, our tour guide’s name was Edgar. Edgar was also well spoken and met us promptly at 5am. We ended our Machu Pichu adventure back in Cusco at the exact arrival time without any delays. Highly recommend this adventure.”
Review of a private Lima to Paracas, Ica, and Huacachina day trip with Ballestas Islands, Pisco tasting, lunch, and dune buggies.
“Our driver, Carlos, and guide, Rosario, were really exceptional! They took great care of us, were on time and were very knowledgeable and helpful. I would definitely recommend this tour and tour company. They added the extras, like arranging tasting of some local chocolates and cookies from vendor in Paracas and arranging for bathroom stops and using the facilities after the sand dune buggy ride to clean off the sand and dirt. The Peruvian food at the lunch stop was very good.”
Climb Pachar’s Via Ferrata, cross a mountain bridge, zip 700 meters through the Sacred Valley, and enjoy lunch with panoramic views.
“Great crew, great instruction, and the Via Ferrata and Zipline were amazing. Will definitely be searching out more in the world. Recommend going as early as possible to be in mostly shade while still seeing the blue skies and views of the valley.”
Pick a ridge, a river or a kitchen.
