AACI’s Panoramic Peru
August 5–13, 2025 – 9 Days
We welcome you to join AACI as we visit Peru!
Visit the citadel of Machu Picchu! This Inca fortress has been internationally voted as one the new Seven Wonders of the World and has been considered a World heritage monument since 1983.
Explore Lima, a pulsating city that archives Peru’s history in a fascinating manner.
Cruise to the islands of Ballestas, commonly referred to as the “Galapagos of Peru” which displays some of the ancient animal life and vegetation that lured Darwin to his eventual theories.
So come and join us with our wonderful guide, Cindy Kline. It’ll be a blast!
Day 1, Tuesday August 5th: Arrival Lima
Arrival Lima Int`l airport, Peru, where we meet our local English speaking guide. Will be transferred to our hotel for dinner from the Local community
Overnight: Lima
Day 2, Wednesday August 6th: Lima
We will have a city tour that begins at the Plaza the Armas, which has been declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Running along two sides are arcades with shops: Portal de Escribanos and Portal de Botoneros. In the centre of the Plaza is a bronze fountain dating from 1560.
Located in the Plaza is the Cathedral, note the splendidly carved stalls, the silver covered altars surrounded by fine woodwork, mosaic covered walls bearing the coats of arms of Lima and Pizarro.
Next to the Cathedral is the Archbishop’s Palace. Then you’ll visit the XVII century Monastery of San Francisco, this is famous for the Sevillian tile work and paneled ceiling in the cloisters, the catacombs under the church and part of the monastery are well worth seeing.
We’ll visit the old colonial streets in the center of the city, and the modern Lima with the district of San Isidro and Miraflores. We will also visit Larco Museum.
Tonight we enjoy a night activity highlighting Peru’s vibrant culture.
Return to hotel for dinner from the local community. Overnight-Lima
Day 3, Thursday August 7th: Lima – Paracas
After breakfast we will visit the Peruvian Gold Museum, this excellent collection includes pre-Columbian gold, silver and bronze, ceramics, weavings, mummies, etc. Upstairs is a remarkable arms collections with an impressive exhibition from Spanish colonial times. After the visit we will drive to Paraasc, the launching point for our Ballestas Island Tour. On the way we will visit Archeological Chincha Seit, an important archaeological center located in the Ica Region of southern Peru. The city is home to the pre-Inca ruins known as the Huaca de la Luna along with other important archaeological sites.
Return to hotel for dinner from the local community. Overnight-Lima
Day 4, Friday August 8th: Paracas – Lima
After breakfast we transfer to Paracas Luxury Collection Pier.
We will take a cruise to Ballestas Island. The Ballestas Islands are also known as the “Galápagos of Perú”. It is a paradise for wildlife because you can see large colonies of sea lions, coasts full of birds and an impressive natural atmosphere. After the cruise we will drive back to Lima and prepare for Shabbat.
Shabbat Dinner at Jewish Community. Overnight-Lima
Day 5, Shabbat August 9th: Lima
After prayers and breakfast, we shall go for a walking tour of Lima.
In the evening drive to Parque de la Reserva for a visit to the illuminated fountains, the Magical Circuit of the Water.
Shabbat Dinner from the Jewish Community. Overnight-Lima
Day 6, Sunday August 10th Lima-Cusco-Urubamba
Transfer to the airport for your flight to Cusco. Upon arrival will have a full-day excursion to the Sacred Valley of the Incas. The tour begins at Awanakancha, a living museum of the Peruvian Andes, where you can observe traditional textile dyeing and weaving techniques and the four types of camelids that are native to the region. Transfer to hotel via Pisak market.
Enjoy kosher dinner at hotel. Overnight-Urubamba
Day 7, Monday August 11th Urubamba-Machu Picchu-Urubamba
After breakfast will be transfer to the train station for the ride to Machu Picchu, ‘the Lost City of the Incas’ (7,900 feet). This mountaintop citadel, which served as both a center of worship and an astronomic observatory, is located in the middle of the cloud forest overlooking the Urubamba River. There are both agricultural and urban areas constructed with the precision stonework that the Incas are known for. The agricultural area consists of terraces and food storehouses, and the urban area contains temples, squares, and royal tombs. After the tour return to Ollanta station.
Enjoy kosher dinner at hotel. Overnight-Urubamba
Day 8, Tuesday August 12th Urubamba-Cusco
After breakfast we will drive to Cusco via Maras Salt Ponds. Upon our return to Cusco we shall have a city tour that includes a walkthrough of the Cathedral, the Koricancha (‘site of gold’ and streets of the town.
Continue the afternoon with a tour of the four ruins that surround the city: the Sacsayhuaman Fortress, Kenko, Puca Pucara, and Tampumachay. Immerse yourself in the impressive Incan architecture and explore the ancient fortresses and sacred temples of the archaeological park to discover legendary landmarks like the Tower of Puca Pucara. Seek out the source of natural spring water; navigate a mystifying stone labyrinth; and gain fascinating insight into the culture and customs of the Incas.
After dinner at Chabad, enjoy a show featuring the local Peruvian culture. Overnight-Cusco.
Day 9, Wednesday August 13th Cusco – flight back home
Morning sightseeing in Cusco to see sights we may have missed. After the tour, flight back home from Cusco airport.
| Price without International flights: $4,990 per person in a double room for AACI members $6,010 single person in a room Flights from Israel will be quoted upon registration, $75 pp addition for non AACI member or join AAC |
Flight details – Subject to change.
Flights to be determined – to be announced soon.
The rate includes:
- 1 Domestic Flight (Lima to Cusco)
- First class hotels or the best available locally
- Comfortable air-conditioned touring coach for travelling
- Kosher half board & lunch packs daily
- Local English-speaking guide
- Expert guide/mashgicha kashrut (Cindy Kline)
- Tips for all providers and guides
- Entrance fees to all sites mentioned in the tour plan
The rate does not include:
- International Flights
- Travel and baggage Insurance-Mandatory!
- Personal expenses
Important to Know:
- There may be changes to the order of places visited. We will make every effort to visit every place mentioned in the itinerary.
- We strongly recommend purchasing Travel Insurance.
Payment Schedule
$600 USD Deposit per person at time of booking
Payment in full is due on May 10, 2025
Cancellation Schedule
- From registration until May 10th $200 cancelation fee
- May 11 to June 20th: 25% of total.June 21 to July 14, 50% of total.
- July 15-Departure: 100% of total – no refund
For more details, please call Carole at AACI 02-5661181 ext 205