Explore Evolving Civilizations with ESA in Peru
Destination…
PERU!
Peru’s Location in South America
PANAMA
VENEZUELA
GUYANA
SURINAME
French Guiana
(FRANCE)
COLOMBIA
ECUADOR
BRAZIL
PERU
BOLIVIA
PARAGUAY
CHILE
URUGUAY
Pacific Ocean
ARGENTINA
Atlantic Ocean
Cusco & Machu Picchu
Tour the City of Cusco
Get to know the amazing and historical city of Cusco, its main buildings and attractions. See
Plaza Mayor, also known as Square of the Warrior, the Cathedral built in 1560 with red granite
from the fortress of Sacsayhuaman, the Santo Domingo Convent which was built over the
spectacular Koricancha gold site, the Kenko ruins, with its subterranean galleries and
semicircular amphitheater, Tambomachay with its amazing aqueduct systems, the hilltop
Pucapucara red fortress.
Historical Sanctuary of Machu Picchu
Hiram Binghan Train to Machu Picchu
The Hiram Bingham train, managed by Belmond is the most luxurious way to travel between Cusco and
Machu Picchu. The Hiram Bingham train assures that this once in a lifetime experience is a magical
journey never to be forgotten. Capacity: 84 people.
Vistadome Train to Machu Picchu
The Vistadome is the ideal train for those who want to be in contact with the environment and
appreciate the wonderful journey to Machu Picchu. Surrounded entirely by glass and wagons with large
panoramic windows offering incomparable scenic views and innumerous opportunities to capture
amazing pictures and feel connected with the landscape of Peru.
Sacred Valley
Maras & Moray
Located approximately 50km from Cusco, this large complex of Inca ruins include several enormous
circular depressions that were, perhaps, used to study the effects of climatic conditions on crops. Near
the Maras Village are the famous salt works, constituted by about 3000 small pools constructed in the
Qaqawiñay mountain. The solid salt is beaten, granulated, packed then sold in the region’s markets.
Ollantaytambo
Located about 60km from Cusco, this is the entrance to the Inca Trail. This town was the royal state of
Emperor Pachacuti during the Inca Empire and in the Spanish conquest of Peru it served as a stronghold
for Manco Inca Yupanqui, leader of the Inca resistance.
Pisac Market
The Pisac village is well known for its market every Sunday, Tuesday, and Thursday, which attracts heavy
tourist traffic from nearby Cusco. The whole town has been converted into a street market where you
will find all kinds of handicrafts, antiques and Alpaca wool clothing and a section where the real local
market of fruits, vegetables and even meat of different kinds are sold.
Chinchero Village
Just about an hour from Cusco is Chinchero, a small village, with beautiful views of the Sacred Valley.
Adobe homes, narrow cobbled streets and people in traditional dresses make it a charming place. Visit
the church built on foundations of an Incan palace, see the woman weaving the wool and buy
souvenirs to take home at the Sunday market.
Tiobamba Village
This is a very special experience. The Tiobamba Village consists of a beautiful old church set out in the
middle of nowhere, surrounded by a wall, which protects the few dogs, and 2 families who inhabited
the town. This tiny town is the perfect setting for a meal.
Venues in Cusco
Monasterio San Francisco
Choose from a dramatic conference in the majesty of the Chapel, or an inspiring incentive al
fresco on the main patio. The hotel has developed a wide variety of menus for different
occasions. Moreover, the chef will be happy to assist with the planning and creation of a
special banquet. A wide variety of entertainment may be arranged. Capacity: 250 people
La Merced
The church and convent were founded by Riña Sebastián de Castañeda in 1535 on a plot
donated by the Marquis Francisco Pizarro and rebuilt in 1680 after the great earthquake. The
sacristy contains a small museum of religious art, including a spectacular solid-gold
monstrance swathed in precious stones. It has a capacity for 160 people.
Koricancha Temple
The extraordinarily crafted Temple of the Sun at Koricancha was the most sumptuous temple
in the Inca Empire that also served as the main astronomical observatory. It is a perfect
venue for exclusive dinners and events, it has a large backyard with capacity for up to 165
people.
San Cristobal Church
This beautiful Colonial church has an amazing view of Cusco city. It is a perfect venue for special and
unique dinners. The choir has a capacity for up to 20 people and the patio for more than 300 people.
Hotels in Lima
Belmond Miraflores Park
JW Marriott Lima
Westin Lima Hotel & Convention Center by Starwood
Hotels in Cusco
Belmond Palacio Nazarenas
Monasterio Hotel by Belmond
Palacio del Inka, Starwood Luxury Collection
JW Marriott
Tambo del Inka, Luxury Collection Resort
Venues in Lima
Casa Aliaga
Colonial house from 1535, located in the historic center of Lima. Private gala dinners and cocktails in
an exclusive and elegant place. The best of Peruvian cuisine and classic live music. Capacity: 120
people.
Huaca Pucllana Restaurant
A beautiful restaurant next to a Pre Inca temple of more than 2000 years. Enjoy the best of Peruvian
cuisine with an spectacular view of the temple. An exclusive and elegant place for private dinners and
cocktails. Capacity: 150 people.
Please contact our office with any additional questions.
“Just wanted to thank you both again for all
your help last night! All of our guest loved
the atmosphere, food and the show.
If I could describe my experience in Peru it
would be one of the top trips of my entire
career of 26 years in travel
Job well done”
Each day truly was memorable. The guide we
had in Cusco was the most detailed and
interesting guide I have experienced. The
hotels, venues, and various sites were of top
quality and very creative.”
Lexi Andrews- Events Coordinator
EMC Meeting
EMC Company, USA
(Congress – Lima, Peru)
Jackie Fox
Senior Manager
Morris Meetings & Incentives
(Educational Trip – Lima & Cusco, Peru)
Mariana Crovetti
Managing Director, ESA Peru
[email protected]
We are looking forward to discussing your next
event to design a program tailored to your needs.