Are you planning a trip to Peru with your kids?
A trip to Peru does require good planning. A trip with many destinations may not be the best option for many families. You will want to seek out good guides who have experience with children. You might also want to focus on educational experiences so that the kids keep learning during the trip, over just sight-seeing. This way the children will stay engaged and don’t get bored, as not all children are enthused by walking around countless Inka Ruins.
Cusco & the Sacred Valley
Cusco is a wonderful destination for families as there are a huge variety of possible experiences all just a stone’s throw from the picturesque and historical city. The beautiful Sacred Valley is a narrow deep valley that stretches 60km from Pisac to Ollantaytambo. Ollantaytambo at the western end of the Sacred Valley is the gateway to Machu Picchu since the trains to Machu Picchu depart from here.
See the best of Cusco with your family!
Cultura Viva Peru has many options for families who wish to participate in engaging and educational travel experiences all around the Cusco area. We can connect you to some incredible day trips from the base of Cusco. We also have incredible holiday homes designed for families in our sister company, take a look at familyhomeperu.com.
Here we will outline a possible 4-day itinerary for your family vacation in Cusco:
Day 1:
Morning: a visit to the urban food and wild edible plant investigation project run by Claudia & Roberto.
Afternoon/Evening: A trip to the food market with Julian Apaza Cruz followed by a Peruvian Cooking Class in the comfort of your home.
Day 2:
Morning: Drive to Lake Piuray, nearby Chincheros followed by SUP boarding on the Lake at Piuray Outdoor Centre
Afternoon: Lunch at Braulia Puma’s women’s weaver cooperative followed by cultural activities including learning to make yarn, natural dying and weaving!
Day 3:
All-day: One of the Horseback riding options in the Sacred Valley with Kyd Cambell, based in Urubamba.
Day 4:
Morning: Visit to Alberto Lama’s Art Studio where you and the children can play with making pottery, painting, musical instruments and much more!
Afternoon: Cooking class in Ollantaytambo overlooking the beautiful ruins with Nancy Moya in her gorgeous restaurant named Cuchara Llena!
Then travel to Machu Picchu from Ollantaytambo to see the famous Inca city on the 5th day of your Family trip!
This is one of the countless itineraries we could tailor for your family based on the interests and your children’s interests. Fill out our contact for and let our experts help you plan your family trip!
