Embark on a 9-day journey with The Native Tutors through the breath-taking landscapes of Peru, where you will immerse yourself in the Spanish language in the heart of Andean culture. From exploring ancient Inca sites and vibrant local markets to practicing Spanish daily with native-speaking instructors, this trip blends learning and adventure in the most authentic way. Whether you're enjoying a traditional meal in the Sacred Valley or engaging in real conversations with locals, every moment is designed to deepen your connection to the language and the culture.

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You will be picked up from your hotel in the morning to begin an exciting hands-on experience focused on the richness of Peruvian gastronomy, all while practicing your Spanish in real-world contexts. The experience begins with a visit to the fishing port of Chorrillos, a traditional district known for its local fishermen and rich maritime culture. Here, you will hear native Spanish spoken in context, learning vocabulary related to marine life and geography while enjoying a close-up view of the Pacific Ocean.

Next, you will visit a traditional Peruvian market, where you will explore the wide variety of local ingredients and listen to native speakers explain the uses and cultural importance of items like chirimoya, lúcuma, aguaymanto, and pacae. As part of your Spanish immersion program, you’ll be given a real-world task, like interacting with a local, designed to help you actively practice and apply your speaking skills in an authentic setting.

This is a great opportunity to expand vocabulary related to food and culture.

The experience continues at an exclusive local restaurant, where you will attend a live cooking demonstration — all in Spanish — learning how to prepare Peru’s famous Pisco Sour and ceviche. Throughout the day, you will be encouraged to interact, ask questions, and listen actively as you deepen both your language skills and cultural understanding. The day ends with a gourmet lunch featuring traditional dishes, enjoyed in a beautiful setting in Miraflores.

Get ready to explore two of Lima’s most iconic and vibrant neighborhoods, while actively learning Spanish through real-world interaction!

We will visit Miraflores, a modern, seaside district known for its stunning clifftop views of the Pacific Ocean. While walking along the Malecón, visiting the Parque del Amor, and exploring the Huaca Pucllana, you will hear and engage with native Spanish speakers, learning new vocabulary and expressions related to history, art, and urban life.

Our visit continues in Barranco, Lima’s artistic and bohemian heart. As you stroll through colorful colonial streets, admire vibrant street art, and visit local cafés and galleries, you’ll have the chance to practice listening and speaking in Spanish with guides and locals.

Get ready to test your listening comprehension with quizzes and prizes for the winners!

The day continues with a visit to the renowned Larco Museum, one of Latin America’s finest cultural institutions. Located in an 18th-century colonial mansion built on top of a 7th-century pre-Columbian pyramid, the museum offers a rich and immersive setting to practice Spanish in an authentic, academic context.

You will listen to guided explanations in Spanish, explore exhibits featuring pre-Columbian gold and silver, and even discuss the museum’s famous erotic pottery collection, all while expanding your vocabulary related to history, art, and ancient cultures.

The flight has a duration of one hour and 25 minutes.

Private transportation from Cusco's airport to your hotel (25 min.)

You can store your luggage at the hotel until check in time at 3:00 pm.

You will be picked up your hotel and taken to one of Cusco’s most iconic local spots — the San Pedro Market. There, you will practice listening to native Spanish speakers as you learn about local customs, traditional foods, regional fruits, and handicrafts. The guide will speak in Spanish, encouraging you to ask questions and engage with vendors, helping to expand your vocabulary related to daily life, food, and culture.

The experience continues in San Francisco Plaza, where you will learn Spanish terms related to native Andean trees and plants. As we walk along Garcilaso Street, we’ll stop at a chocolate workshop, where you will discover the process of making Cusqueñan cacao.

At Cusco’s main square, you will hear a historical narrative, deepening your understanding of both the language and the city's heritage. You’ll also visit the Twelve-Angled Stone and end the tour in the artisans’ district of San Blas, where you’ll interact with local craftspeople, ask questions in Spanish, and explore the area’s rich artistic traditions.

Writing Challenge: Reflect on what impacted you most during your visit to the local market. The participant with the fewest mistakes in their writing will win a prize!

Free time to rest, eat dinner and get ready for tomorrow.

You will be picked up from your hotel at 8:30 a.m. to begin a full-day cultural and linguistic journey through the Sacred Valley of the Incas.

Our first stop is Pisac, a breathtaking archaeological site perched high on a mountain slope, known for its impressive agricultural terraces and Inca temple ruins. Here, you will listen to guided explanations in Spanish and learn vocabulary related to history, geography, and architecture in a real-world setting.

We will then visit the Pisac artisan market, one of the most famous in Peru, where you can practice conversational Spanish while interacting with local vendors and learning about traditional crafts and Andean culture.

At midday, we’ll enjoy a buffet lunch in the town of Urubamba, offering you the chance to use Spanish in a casual, social environment while experiencing authentic Peruvian cuisine.

The journey continues to Ollantaytambo, a remarkable Inca site with massive stone walls and ancient canals. This town is considered one of the few continuously inhabited settlements from Inca times. You will explore the Inca fortress and deepen their understanding of Incan history and ceremonial traditions.

We return to Cusco around 6:00 p.m.

Speaking Challenge: Throughout the day, you'll take on a challenge that lets you put your Spanish speaking skills to the test while interacting with locals in real-life situations. Get ready to step outside your comfort zone and have fun with it!

We’ll begin your immersive day with a hotel pickup between 8:00 and 8:20 am.

Our first destination is the charming town of Chinchero, an ideal place to connect with the rich traditions of Andean culture. Here, you’ll be greeted by local residents, an opportunity to practice conversational Spanish in a warm, authentic setting while learning about how local people produce their textiles.

Next, we’ll take a scenic walk alongside alpacas and llamas along the shores of Lake Piuray. As we explore the area’s natural beauty and diverse ecosystem, students will engage with guides and locals in Spanish, enhancing vocabulary related to nature and animals.

We’ll follow ancient trails that lead us to breathtaking viewpoints of the Sacred Valley. Along the way, traditional Andean music will accompany us, offering context for learning about cultural expressions and regional customs.

At midday, we’ll enjoy a picnic made from fresh & organic local ingredients, surrounded by stunning mountain landscapes—another chance to practice Spanish through shared meals and conversations.

Listening Comprehension Challenge: Take part in a fun activity where you'll decide whether statements are true or false based on what you've learned throughout the day. The participant with the sharpest ears wins a prize!

Transportation to Ollantaytambo train station.

Once at the train station, you’ll complete check-in using your ID documents—a real-life language learning situation where you’ll use Spanish in a practical context. Then, we’ll board the train. Along the way, you’ll be immersed in the natural beauty of valleys and mountains, with the Vilcanota River flowing alongside the train. Our Spanish-speaking staff and guides will encourage you to describe the scenery and reflect on your impressions in Spanish, expanding your vocabulary more with every mile.

Enjoy free time to explore Aguas Calientes, the gateway to Machu Picchu. Nestled in a lush valley along the Urubamba River, this unique town is known for its thermal hot springs, vibrant artisan markets, and breathtaking mountain scenery. Whether you choose to relax in the natural baths, wander its quaint streets, or simply soak in the views, Aguas Calientes offers a perfect blend of charm, culture, and anticipation before your visit to the ancient citadel.

A local team member will greet you at the Bus Station, where a short ride will take you up to the Machu Picchu archaeological complex, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.

As you walk through this awe-inspiring site, your guide will lead the tour entirely in Spanish, sharing fascinating stories and Inca history. You'll engage in listening comprehension and have the chance to ask questions, interact, and discuss the significance of the site using your growing Spanish skills.

After approximately two hours of guided exploration, you'll enjoy free time to relax, reflect, and soak up the unique energy of this sacred place.

We will then take the bus back down to Aguas Calientes, where you'll enjoy a delicious three-course Peruvian lunch, with opportunities to practice food-related vocabulary and ordering techniques in a real restaurant setting.

Listening Comprehension Challenge: Test your ears and your knowledge with a fun quiz featuring questions and fascinating facts about Machu Picchu. The participant with the most correct answers will win a prize!

Finally, you’ll return to Cusco by train, arriving back at your hotel where our transportation service will be waiting for you. This full-day cultural immersion is not only a journey through Peru’s most iconic landscape, but also a dynamic Spanish learning experience that brings language and culture to life.

6:00 pm: Arrival to Cusco

Join us on a full-day cultural and linguistic adventure to one of the most spectacular geological formations in the world: Vinicunca, also known as the Rainbow Mountain or Montaña de Siete Colores. This natural wonder is famous for its vibrant, multi-colored layers—truly a magical sight that both captivates the eyes and inspires the spirit.

Our journey begins early in the morning, with pickup from your hotel between 4:00 and 4:30 am. During the drive to Cusipata, you'll engage with your local guide and group in Spanish, practicing vocabulary related to nature, colors, weather, and personal experiences. Around 7:00 am, we stop in the village for a traditional Peruvian breakfast, giving you the chance to practice ordering food and interacting with locals in Spanish.

After breakfast, we continue by car for another 40 minutes, then begin a two-hour hike to the summit of Rainbow Mountain, reaching an altitude of approximately 5,020 meters (16,470 feet).

Throughout the hike, your Spanish-speaking guide will provide commentary entirely in Spanish, describing the geology, local legends, and cultural importance of the region. You'll learn new vocabulary on the trail—related to hiking, altitude, Andean landscapes, and indigenous Quechua culture.

At the top, you'll have time to rest, take photographs, and practice describing the incredible scenery in Spanish. This is also an opportunity to engage in spontaneous conversation with locals and fellow travelers—an authentic way to reinforce listening and speaking skills in real time.

After exploring, we hike back down for about two hours and enjoy a well-earned local lunch, where you can reflect with the group and your guide—in Spanish—about the day’s experience. We return to Cusco by late afternoon, arriving at your hotel around 5:30 pm.

To mark the end of an unforgettable Spanish immersion experience in Peru, we invite you to a special farewell dinner, a time to reflect, connect, and celebrate the incredible journey we’ve shared.

Get ready to share your most memorable experiences from this incredible journey with the group.

To attend our Spanish immersion program in Peru, participants should be at least 18 years old and have a minimum Spanish level of A2. It’s necessary for participants to have a basic understanding of the language, including simple conversations about everyday topics such as family, work, and hobbies.

Participants should be able to communicate in routine situations and understand simple questions. The program typically requires learners to be ready to engage actively in classes, participate in practical exercises, and immerse themselves in real-life interactions to improve fluency.

Having an A2 level ensures that participants can follow instructions, ask and answer simple questions, and begin to build confidence in speaking and listening, making the immersion experience more effective and rewarding.

Are you unsure if your Spanish level is good enough to go?

Take our test here.

If you don’t have an A2 Spanish level yet, don’t worry! You can start preparing for the immersion program right now with our Spanish app, The Native Tutors. It’s designed to help you build your skills step-by-step, with interactive lessons, real conversations, and personalized support from native speakers.

Our app will get you ready and confident to join the program and make the most out of your experience in Peru. Start today and take the first step toward mastering Spanish!

¡Nos vemos en Perú!

Un abrazo,

Patricia y Camila

The Native Tutors

• Airport transfers (pick-ups and drop offs in Lima & Cusco)

• Local transportation: Transfers to all attractions and to your hotels, this includes cars, buses & trains)

• Professional tour guides

• Entrance tickets to all attractions mentioned in the itinerary

• All activities mentioned in the itinerary

• 7 nights in 4 star hotels in Lima & Cusco

• 1 night in a 3 star hotel in Aguas Calientes

• Meals: Daily breakfast, 5 lunches (on days 2 - 7), 2 dinners (on day 1 and 8).

• 8 days speaking Spanish with Patricia & Camila

• Feedback on your Spanish progress

• Constant support

• International flights

• Travel insurance (please ensure you have travel insurance cover from as soon as you book your flight and trip to when you return home)

• Domestic flights (these will be arranged for you closer to the date for an additional fee)

• What is this experience about? This is a 9-day journey with The Native Tutors in Peru, designed for Spanish immersion while experiencing Andean culture. It blends learning and adventure through exploring Inca sites, vibrant local markets, practicing Spanish daily with native-speaking instructors, and engaging in conversations with locals.

• How long is the program? The program is 9 days long.

• What are the Spanish language requirements to participate? Participants should have a minimum of A2 Spanish level, including a basic understanding of the language for simple conversations about everyday topics like family, work, and hobbies. Participants should be able to communicate in routine situations and understand simple questions. The program requires active engagement in classes, practical exercises, and real-life interactions.

• What if I don't have an A2 Spanish level yet? You can prepare for the program using The Native Tutors Spanish app, which offers interactive lessons, real conversations, and personalized support from native speakers to help you build your skills.

• What is NOT included in the program? The program does not include:

  • International flights

  • Travel insurance

  • Domestic flights (these can be arranged closer to the date for an additional fee)

  • What cities and sites are visited during the immersion program? The program includes visits to Lima, Cusco, Sacred Valley (Pisac, Urubamba, Ollantaytambo), Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu, and Vinicunca (Rainbow Mountain).

  • When is the departure date for the program? The departure date for the program is Saturday, April 18th, 2026.

  • Who are the main contacts for the program? The main contacts for the program are Patricia and Camila, from The Native Tutors.

  • What type of hotels are used for accommodation? The program includes 7 nights in 4-star hotels in Lima and Cusco, and 1 night in a 3-star hotel in Aguas Calientes.

  • What is the cancellation policy for the trip? Cancellations made 90 days or more prior to the trip start date are eligible for a full refund, minus a $300 non-refundable portion of the trip cost.

    Cancellations made fewer than 90 days before the trip start date are not eligible for a refund.