South America Luxury Tour: Machu Picchu to the Galápagos

• Day 1: Lima arrival and culinary Lima

  

  Your grand South America luxury tour begins! Arrive in Lima, where an English-speaking guide will meet you at Jorge Chávez International Airport and accompany you on a private transfer to your hotel. The drive takes around 45 minutes, offering a first look at Peru’s coastal capital.

  The rest of the day is free to settle in, rest after your travels, or explore the neighborhood independently.

  • Activity:Arrival.
  • Transport:Car.
  • Accommodation:Innside Miraflores Hotel or similar.

• Day 2: Culinary & Cultural Treasures of Lima

  

  Begin in Barranco, Lima’s bohemian district, on a guided food tour through its cobbled streets. Sample local specialties such as ceviche and causa limeña, try artisanal coffee, and visit family-run eateries and small galleries along the way.

  In the afternoon, explore more of the city’s history and architecture, from a pre-Hispanic pyramid in Miraflores to a 16th-century monastery and Casa de Aliaga. Climb the monastery tower for panoramic views, then finish with a Pisco Sour at the historic Hotel Bolívar.

  • Activity:Exploring. Tasting.
  • Transport:Car.
  • Meal:Breakfast. Lunch.
  • Accommodation:Innside Miraflores Hotel or similar.

• Day 3: Arrival in Cusco & Ancient City Highlights

  

  Transfer privately to Lima Airport for your flight to Cusco. On arrival, meet your guide and continue to your hotel, with time to adjust to the altitude before heading out to explore.

  The half-day city tour takes in Cusco’s Main Square, Cathedral, and Koricancha Temple, once the principal temple of the Inca Empire. Outside the city, visit the archaeological sites of Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Puca Pucara, and Tambomachay.

  • Activity:Hiking.
  • Transport:Car.
  • Meal:Breakfast. Lunch.
  • Accommodation:Hotel Antigua Casona San Blas or similar.

• Day 4: Sacred Valley Wonders & Train to Machu Picchu

  

  Travel through the Sacred Valley, beginning at the Maras Salt Pans, where local families still harvest salt by hand from thousands of terraced pools. Continue to Moray, an Inca site known for its circular agricultural terraces and distinct microclimates.

  Explore the stonework and temples of Ollantaytambo before stopping for lunch at Chuncho restaurant. In the afternoon, board the train to Aguas Calientes, following the Urubamba River through mountain scenery to the town below Machu Picchu.

  • Activity:Exploring. Sightseeing.
  • Transport:Car. Train.
  • Meal:Breakfast. Lunch.
  • Accommodation:El Mapi Hotel or similar.

• Day 5: Exploring the Mysteries of Machu Picchu

  

  A winding bus ride from Aguas Calientes takes you up the mountainside to Machu Picchu. With a private guide, explore the Inca citadel’s temples, terraces, and carefully constructed stone buildings during a four-hour visit.

  After the tour, return to Aguas Calientes and take the train to Ollantaytambo. A private vehicle will meet you there for the drive through the Sacred Valley back to Cusco.

  Entrance fee included.

  • Activity:Exploring. Hiking.
  • Transport:Bus. Train.
  • Meal:Breakfast. Lunch.
  • Accommodation:Hotel Antigua Casona San Blas or similar.

• Day 6 : Rainbow Mountain Private Trekking Adventure

  

  Set out early for the 2.5-hour drive to the Ausangate range and the trailhead for Rainbow Mountain. The round-trip hike covers approximately 7 kilometers, beginning at 4,500 meters and climbing to around 5,200 meters.

  The ascent is moderately challenging, particularly at this altitude, but the summit opens onto views of the mountain’s vividly colored mineral slopes. After time to take in the landscape, descend to your vehicle and return to Cusco.

  • Activity:Relaxing. Hiking.
  • Transport:Car.
  • Meal:Breakfast. Boxed Lunch.
  • Accommodation:Hotel Antigua Casona San Blas or similar.

• Day 7: Scenic Bus Ride from Cusco to Puno

  

  Travel from Cusco to Puno on an eight-hour tourist-class bus journey through the high Andes, accompanied by an English-speaking guide. The route crosses open plains and mountain passes, passing traditional villages and herds of llamas and alpacas.

  Along the way, stop at Racchi, the archaeological site associated with the Temple of Wiracocha, and Andahuaylillas, known for its colonial church. Continue to Puno, on the shores of Lake Titicaca.

  • Activity:Sightseeing.
  • Transport:Bus.
  • Meal:Breakfast.
  • Accommodation:Casa Andina Premium Sacred Valley or similar.

• Day 8: Lake Titicaca: Uros and Taquile Islands

  

  Cross Lake Titicaca to Taquile, an island known for its terraced hills and longstanding textile traditions. Walk its scenic paths and learn about the community’s cooperative way of life and cultural heritage.

  After a buffet lunch in Luquina, continue by boat to the Uros floating islands, constructed from totora reeds. Meet local families and learn how they maintain their homes and islands on the lake.

  • Activity:Exploring.
  • Meal:Breakfast. Lunch.
  • Accommodation:Casa Andina Premium Sacred Valley or similar.

• Day 9: From Puno to Buenos Aires

  

  A private transfer takes you from Puno to Juliaca Airport, a journey of about an hour through the Andean highlands. Fly to Buenos Aires, where a driver will meet you at the domestic airport and transfer you to your hotel.

  The rest of the day is at leisure. Settle in or head out to a nearby café and begin getting acquainted with Argentina’s capital.

  • Activity:Transfer.
  • Transport:Car. Airplane.
  • Meal:Breakfast.
  • Accommodation:Casa Bevant or similar.

• Day 10: Buenos Aires at Your Leisure

  

  Spend the day exploring Buenos Aires independently. In La Boca, colorful buildings, murals, and music bring the neighborhood’s streets to life; Palermo offers leafy avenues, boutiques, and cafés.

  You could also visit San Telmo, with its cobbled streets, antique markets, and street performers, or choose a museum, plaza, or neighborhood restaurant. The day is yours to shape around your interests.

  • Activity:Relaxing.
  • Meal:Breakfast.
  • Accommodation:Casa Bevant or similar.

• Day 11: Onto Argentinian Iguazú

  

  Transfer privately to Ezeiza International Airport for your flight to Puerto Iguazú. On arrival, an English-speaking guide will meet you and take you to your hotel, about 25 minutes from the airport.

  Enjoy the rest of the day at your own pace. Relax at the hotel or explore the town’s artisan shops and restaurants before tomorrow’s visit to Iguazú Falls.

  • Activity:Transfer.
  • Transport:Car. Airplane.
  • Meal:Breakfast.
  • Accommodation:La Aldea de la Selva or similar.

• Day 12: Discover the Power of Iguazú Falls

  

  Explore the Argentine side of Iguazú National Park on a private guided tour. Walk the Upper and Lower Circuits, with paths and viewing platforms offering perspectives of the falls from above and below, then continue toward the immense cascade known as Devil’s Throat.

  Look out for butterflies and coatis along the forest trails. If you wish, you can add a boat ride beneath the falls for a closer encounter with the water.

  • Activity:Sightseeing.
  • Transport:Car.
  • Meal:Breakfast.
  • Accommodation:La Aldea de la Selva or similar.

• Day 13: Welcome to Mendoza’s Wine Country

  

  Transfer to Iguazú Airport and fly south to Mendoza, Argentina’s celebrated wine region. On arrival, a private driver will take you to Posada Borravino in Chacras de Coria, a small inn with eight rooms.

  Spend the afternoon relaxing by the seasonal pool or enjoying a glass of local Malbec beneath the trees. The inn’s restaurant serves Argentine dishes with wines from the surrounding region, and nearby wineries offer opportunities to explore Mendoza’s wine country.

  • Activity:Transfer.
  • Transport:Car. Airplane.
  • Meal:Breakfast.
  • Accommodation:Posada Borravino or similar.

• Day 14: Uco Valley Wine Experience

  

  Head into the Uco Valley, where high-altitude vineyards sit beneath the Andes. Visit a selection of wineries, from small family-run producers to architecturally distinctive estates, and learn about the region’s winemaking and growing conditions.

  Taste wines such as Malbec, Torrontés, and Cabernet Franc, followed by a gourmet lunch paired with local wines. Between visits, take time to walk among the vines and enjoy the mountain views.

  • Activity:Relaxing. Tasting.
  • Meal:Breakfast. Lunch.
  • Accommodation:Posada Borravino or similar.

• Day 15: Arriving in Chile

  

  Your Machu Picchu Patagonia Galápagos journey continues as a private transfer takes you from your hotel to Mendoza’s El Plumerillo Airport for your flight to Santiago. On arrival in Chile, meet your English-speaking guide and continue by private vehicle to your hotel.

  The remainder of the day is free to rest or explore. Santiago combines modern neighborhoods and colonial architecture, with the Andes providing a dramatic backdrop to the city.

  • Activity:Transfer.
  • Transport:Car. Airplane.
  • Meal:Breakfast.
  • Accommodation:Solace Hotel Santiago de Chile or similar.

• Day 16: From Santiago to Patagonia

  

  Transfer to Santiago Airport for your flight south to Puerto Natales, the gateway to Torres del Paine. On arrival, continue by road toward Punta Arenas, a journey of around three hours.

  The scenery changes along the way, from rugged steppe to open plains and rivers. Settle into your hotel in Punta Arenas and prepare for the days ahead in Patagonia.

  • Activity:Transfer.
  • Transport:Car.
  • Meal:Breakfast.
  • Accommodation:Hotel Plaza or similar.

• Day 17: Magdalena Island, Lake Pehoé

  

  Cruise across the Strait of Magellan to Magdalena Island, part of Los Pingüinos Natural Monument and home to a large colony of Magellanic penguins. Follow the island trails to observe the penguins, along with seabirds and other wildlife.

  Later, take a public bus to Puerto Natales, crossing the windswept Patagonian steppe. A private transfer will bring you to the lake area, where you’ll board a catamaran from Pudeto to Paine Grande across Lake Pehoé, with views of the surrounding granite peaks.

  • Activity:Exploring. Sightseeing.
  • Transport:Bus.
  • Meal:Breakfast. Snack.
  • Accommodation:Vendaval Hotel or similar.

• Day 18: Onto Torres del Paine & Grey Glacier Trek

  

  Travel from Puerto Natales to the Laguna Amarga entrance of Torres del Paine National Park, first by private transfer and then by bus. From there, prepare for your guided trek on Grey Glacier.

  With crampons and a harness, cross the ice alongside an expert guide, navigating crevasses, blue pools, and ice formations. The route offers a close look at the glacier’s changing landscape and the forces that shape it.

  • Activity:Exploring. Sightseeing.
  • Transport:Car. Bus.
  • Meal:Breakfast. Lunch. Dinner.
  • Accommodation:Refugio & Camping Vertice Paine Grande or similar.

• Day 19: Trekking Through the French Valley

  

  Follow forest paths, wooden walkways, and suspension bridges into the French Valley, one of Torres del Paine’s signature hiking routes. As you climb, views open toward the Cuernos del Paine and the surrounding peaks.

  Continue toward the French Valley lookout, where the glacier and steep mountain walls form a dramatic natural amphitheater. Take a break to rest and enjoy the views before returning along the trail.

  • Activity:Hiking. Sightseeing.
  • Meal:Breakfast. Lunch. Dinner.
  • Accommodation:Refugio Los Cuernos or similar.

• Day 20: Trekking from Los Cuernos to Camping El Chileno

  

  Continue along the W Trek from Los Cuernos toward Camping El Chileno. The trail follows the turquoise waters of Lake Nordenskjöld, passing streams, wildflowers, and patches of native lenga forest beneath the Cuernos del Paine.

  As the route enters the Ascencio Valley, follow the river through increasingly mountainous terrain. The final stretch climbs through shaded forest to the campsite, where you’ll spend the night before the early hike to the towers.

  • Activity:Camping. Hiking.
  • Meal:Breakfast. Lunch. Dinner.
  • Accommodation:Chilean Refugio (Camping Chileno) or similar.

• Day 21: Trekking to the Base of the Famous Towers

  

  Leave early from Camping El Chileno for the hike to the Base of Torres del Paine. The trail climbs through lenga forest and alpine terrain before the final steep section over glacial moraine.

  At the top, the three granite towers rise above a glacial lagoon. After taking in the view, descend and continue by shuttle to Laguna Amarga, then by bus to Puerto Natales, where a private driver will meet you for the transfer to your hotel.

  • Activity:Hiking. Exploring.
  • Transport:Car.
  • Meal:Breakfast.
  • Accommodation:Vendaval Hotel or similar.

• Day 22: From Patagonia to the Heart of Ecuador

  

  Transfer privately from Puerto Natales to the airport for your flight to Quito. An English-speaking guide will meet you on arrival and take you to your hotel, a drive of around 45 minutes.

  The evening is free to rest or explore the city. Quito’s historic center, known for its preserved colonial architecture, offers a first introduction to Ecuador’s cultural heritage.

  • Activity:Transfer.
  • Transport:Car. Airplane.
  • Meal:Breakfast.
  • Accommodation:Hotel Ikala Quito or similar.

• Day 23: Quito's Heritage and Flavors

  

  Explore Quito’s historic center on a half-day guided tour, visiting its churches, museums, and streets while learning about the city’s history and its foundations over an ancient Inca settlement. Stop at La Virgen del Panecillo for panoramic views across the city and surrounding mountains.

  Later, join a hands-on cooking experience with a local chef. Visit a food market to discover Ecuadorian ingredients, then prepare three traditional dishes: locro quiteño, encocado, and chocolate fondue.

  • Activity:Cooking. Exploring.
  • Transport:Car.
  • Meal:Breakfast.
  • Accommodation:Hotel Ikala Quito or similar.

• Day 24: Equator, Pululahua Crater & Journey to Maquipucuna

  

  Visit the Intiñan Equator Museum, close to the Middle of the World Monument, to explore exhibits about the Equator’s cultural and scientific significance. Continue to Pululahua Crater for views across its green volcanic valley, then browse nearby artisan shops and sample a traditional empanada.

  In the afternoon, travel about three hours by private vehicle to Maquipucuna Reserve. After arriving at the cloud forest lodge, get fitted with rubber boots and set out on an introductory walk through the reserve.

  • Activity:Hiking. Tasting.
  • Transport:Car.
  • Meal:Breakfast. Lunch. Dinner.
  • Accommodation:Maquipucuna Lodge or similar.

• Day 25: Maquipucuna Reserve Hike

  

  Start early with a birding hike from 6:30 to 8:30 a.m., when the forest is active with bird calls. Later, follow the Humedal Trail to learn about local plants and birdlife, continuing to Yumbo Waterfall, where you can take a refreshing swim.

  After lunch, visit the reserve’s coffee orchard, orchid garden, and organic garden. Alternatively, choose an excursion to nearby ziplines, Tulipe Archaeological Site, or Mindo Butterfly Garden. An optional night hike offers another way to experience the forest.

  • Activity:Bridwatching. Sightseeing. Hiking.
  • Transport:Car.
  • Meal:Breakfast. Lunch. Dinner.
  • Accommodation:Maquipucuna Lodge or similar.

• Day 26: Transfer to Cotopaxi & Horseback Ride Adventure

  

  Early risers can join an optional birding walk before breakfast. Then travel by private vehicle from Maquipucuna to Cotopaxi National Park, a scenic drive of about four hours through the Ecuadorian highlands.

  On arrival, set out on a two-hour horseback ride through the páramo surrounding Cotopaxi Volcano. Follow your guide across the open landscape, watching for wild horses, condors, and other native wildlife, with views of the snow-capped volcano along the way.

  • Activity:Transfer. Horseback riding.
  • Transport:Car.
  • Meal:Breakfast.
  • Accommodation:Hacienda El Porvenir or similar.

• Day 27: Cotopaxi National Park Hiking Adventure

  

  Explore Cotopaxi National Park on a private guided hike. Begin with a walk of about an hour around Limpiopungo Lagoon, where the water reflects the volcano and the surrounding páramo supports distinctive high-altitude plants and wildlife.

  Then drive up to the parking area and hike to Jorge Rivas Refuge at 4,800 meters. Your guide can adjust the pace and difficulty to suit your preferences and the conditions.

  • Activity:Hiking.
  • Transport:Car.
  • Meal:Breakfast. Lunch.
  • Accommodation:LluLlu Llama Mountain Lodge or similar.

• Day 28: Quilotoa Lagoon & Cultural Exploration

  

  Travel through the Cañón del Río Toachi, with its steep cliffs and winding river, before visiting a local market. Depending on the day, the stop will be at Saquisilí Market on Thursday or Pujilí Market on Sunday, where you can see local Indigenous communities trading goods.

  Continue through Andean villages to Quilotoa, a turquoise lake inside a volcanic crater. Walk down to the water if you wish, then enjoy a local lunch before returning to the highlands.

  • Activity:Exploring. Hiking.
  • Transport:Car.
  • Meal:Breakfast. Lunch.
  • Accommodation:Inti Sisa Guesthouse or similar.

• Day 29: From Guamote to Cuenca

  

  Leave Guamote and travel south toward Cuenca, stopping in Alausí to visit the Devil’s Train Museum. Learn about the history of the railway and take in panoramic views of the dramatic landscape surrounding its route.

  Continue to Ingapirca, Ecuador’s largest Inca archaeological site. Explore the ruins, including the Temple of the Sun, before continuing by road to Cuenca.

  • Activity:Exploring. Transfer.
  • Transport:Car.
  • Meal:Breakfast.
  • Accommodation:Hotel Victoria or similar.

• Day 30: Exploring Cuenca & Relaxing at Piedra de Agua Hot Springs

  

  Discover Cuenca on a guided walk through its historic center, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Explore its cobbled streets and plazas, visit the New Cathedral with its blue domes, and walk beside the Tomebamba River.

  In the afternoon, head to Piedra de Agua Hot Springs in Baños for a 90-minute spa circuit. The experience includes mud therapies, underground contrast baths, and time to relax on the resting terrace.

  • Activity:Relaxing. Exploring.
  • Transport:Car.
  • Meal:Breakfast.
  • Accommodation:Hotel Victoria or similar.

• Day 31: Cuenca to Guayaquil via Cajas National Park

  

  Drive from Cuenca toward Guayaquil, crossing from the high Andes to Ecuador’s coastal lowlands. Along the way, stop at Cajas National Park, known for its glacial valleys, páramo, forests, and more than 300 lakes.

  Spend around two hours hiking through the park’s high-altitude landscape before continuing to Guayaquil. Arrive in the coastal city and settle into your hotel.

  • Activity:Transfer. Hiking.
  • Transport:Car.
  • Meal:Breakfast.
  • Accommodation:Hotel Wyndham Guayaquil or similar.

• Day 32: Guayaquil at Your Leisure

  

  Enjoy a free day to explore Guayaquil independently. Walk along the Malecón 2000 waterfront, with its river views, parks, and museums, then continue to Las Peñas, the city’s historic neighborhood of colorful buildings and cobbled streets.

  You might also visit Iguana Park, browse local markets, or spend time in a café. The day is yours to explore at your own pace before continuing to the Galápagos.

  • Activity:Relaxing.
  • Meal:Breakfast.
  • Accommodation:Hotel Wyndham Guayaquil or similar.

• Day 33: Arrival in the Galápagos Islands' Santa Cruz Highlands

  

  Take the hotel’s shuttle to Guayaquil Airport for your flight to Baltra. On arrival, complete the required luggage inspection and entry procedures before meeting your guide and crossing by ferry to Santa Cruz.

  Continue by road through the highlands to Puerto Ayora, stopping to see giant tortoises in their natural habitat. Walk through the forest and lava tunnels, and enjoy lunch at a highland ranch while learning about the island’s wildlife.

  • Activity:Transfer. Exploring. Wildlife Watching.
  • Transport:Car. Airplane. Ferry.
  • Meal:Breakfast. Lunch.
  • Accommodation:Hotel Fiesta or similar.

• Day 34: Exploring the Uninhabited Islands of Galápagos

  

  Spend the day exploring one of the Galápagos’ uninhabited islands. The destination depends on the day of the week and availability, and may include Santa Fe, South Plaza, Bartolomé, or North Seymour. Each offers its own volcanic landscapes, plants, and wildlife.

  A guided snorkeling excursion brings you into the surrounding marine environment, where you can look for fish and other sea life. Return to Puerto Ayora in the afternoon and enjoy the evening at leisure.

  • Activity:Exploring. Sightseeing. Snorkeling.
  • Transport:Car. Boat.
  • Meal:Breakfast. Box Lunch.
  • Accommodation:Hotel Fiesta or similar.

• Day 35: Free Morning & Transfer to Isabela

  

  Enjoy a free morning in Puerto Ayora, with time to relax, browse local shops and cafés, or explore the waterfront. In the afternoon, transfer to the pier and board the 3 p.m. public speedboat to Isabela, a crossing of around two hours.

  Sea conditions can be rough, so consider bringing motion-sickness remedies if needed. On arrival, pay the Isabela visitor tax, present your passport, and meet your driver for the short transfer to your hotel in Puerto Villamil.

  • Activity:Transfer.
  • Transport:Car. Speedboat.
  • Meal:Breakfast.
  • Accommodation:Hotel Volcano or similar.

• Day 36: Los Túneles Snorkeling Adventure

  

  Head to the pier for your speedboat trip to Los Túneles, departing at either 7 a.m. or 11 a.m., depending on availability. The journey takes around 45 minutes and brings you to a coastal landscape shaped by lava flows, with clear, shallow water and distinctive rock formations.

  With your guide, explore the area’s lava arches and underwater tunnels while looking for sea turtles, rays, and tropical fish. A snack or boxed lunch is included, depending on your departure time, before you return to Puerto Villamil.

  • Activity:Snorkeling.
  • Transport:Car. Speedboat.
  • Meal:Breakfast. Snack.
  • Accommodation:Hotel Volcano or similar.

• Day 37: Kayaking at Puerto Villamil & Transfer to San Cristóbal

  

  Meet your guide for a kayak excursion in Puerto Villamil Bay. Paddle along Isabela’s coast, watching for tropical fish, sea turtles, Galápagos penguins, blue-footed boobies, sharks, and shorebirds.

  After kayaking, return to your hotel before transferring to Isabela Airport. Take a short flight to San Cristóbal, where a driver will meet you and take you to your hotel in Puerto Baquerizo Moreno.

  • Activity:Kayaking.
  • Transport:Car. Small Airplane.
  • Meal:Breakfast.
  • Accommodation:Casa Opuntia or similar.

• Day 38: Kicker Rock Snorkeling Adventure

  

  Set out by boat for Kicker Rock, also known as León Dormido, a pair of volcanic formations rising about 140 meters above the sea. The site lies roughly an hour off the coast of San Cristóbal and is known for its marine life.

  Snorkel in the channel between the rocks, looking for sharks, manta rays, and schools of fish. The excursion also includes time on a beach and a short hike for coastal views, with lunch served onboard before returning to Puerto Baquerizo Moreno.

  • Activity:Snorkeling. Exploring.
  • Transport:Car. Boat.
  • Meal:Breakfast. Box Lunch.
  • Accommodation:Casa Opuntia or similar.

• Day 39: San Cristóbal Your Leisure

  

  Spend a free day enjoying San Cristóbal at your own pace. Relax on a beach, explore the town, or revisit a favorite place from your earlier excursions.

  You could also walk along the coast, browse local shops, or stop at a café to watch island life go by. The day is open for rest or independent exploration before your departure.

  • Activity:Relaxing.
  • Meal:Breakfast.
  • Accommodation:Casa Opuntia or similar.

• Day 40: Transfer to San Cristóbal Airport & Departure

  

  A short transfer takes you from your hotel to San Cristóbal Airport for your flight to Guayaquil, which takes approximately two hours.

  On arrival in Guayaquil, connect with your onward flight. This marks the end of your South America journey. Your great South America luxury tour has come to an end!

  • Activity:Departure.
  • Transport:Car. Airplane.
  • Meal:Breakfast.

40 Days Across South America: FAQs

• How long do you need to see South America properly on this South America luxury tour?

  40 days for four countries with their highlight sites. Shorter trips work for two countries. Fewer than four weeks means most of the time is spent flying.

• Which countries does this South America luxury tour cover?

  Peru, Argentina, Chile and Ecuador, including Machu Picchu, Lake Titicaca, Iguazú, the Uco Valley, Torres del Paine and eight days in the Galápagos.

• How hard is the Torres del Paine trek on this South America luxury tour?

  Four days with daily stages of 9-14 miles (15-22 km) on marked trails, staying in refuges. Normal hiking fitness is needed; no technical skills or equipment are required.

• How many flights are involved in 40 days on this South America luxury tour?

  Nine international and internal flights. Ground transfers are private throughout.

• When is the best time for a 40-day South America luxury tour?

  November to March, when Patagonia is accessible. That season is warm and wet in the Galápagos, with calm seas, and is the shoulder season in Peru.