Great Wonders of Cusco – Lima, Cusco, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu and Vinicunca
Great Wonders of Cusco – Lima, Cusco, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu and Vinicunca
8D/7N. Daily Departures.
Highlights:
- San Pedro Central Market of Cusco
- San Blas artisan district
- Qorikancha Temple
- Sacsayhuaman, Tambomachay, Q’enqo and Puca Pucara inca complexs.
- Pisac Inca old and colonial town.
- Inkariy Museum
- Maras Salt inca mines.
- Moray Inca terraces.
- Ollantaytambo, the last living Inca town
- Machu Picchu, lost citadel.
- Vinicunca, Rainbow Mountain.
Itinerary
Day 01: Welcome to Lima.
Arrival to the city of Lima, assistance, and transfer to the hotel.
Day 02: Cusco, Capital of the Empire
Arrival to the city of Cusco, assistance, and transfer to the hotel.
In the afternoon, exclusive stroll in the city that starts with a visit to the Plaza de San Cristóbal (San Cristobal Square) to enjoy a panoramic overview of the city. Afterwards, we will visit the San Pedro Market, where we will absorb the local flavors and learn more about the products of the area in this market that has it all and supplies the entire city. Later, the Qorikancha Temple will welcome us with all its splendor and magnificence, with walls that used to be covered in gold. From San Blas, the artisans’ neighborhood, we will walk down the street Hatun Rumiyoc finding in our way the palace Inca Roca, today´s Archbishops Palace, and we will have time to admire the world famous Twelve Angled Stone. We will continue to the Plaza de Armas to visit The Cathedral that houses colonial works of incredible value.
Day 03: Archaeological Park of Sacsayhuaman
In the morning, we will leave behind the crowds to visit Sacsayhuaman, an impressive citadel full of colossal constructions surrounded by beautiful landscape in total communion with the environment. Afterwards, we continue to the Inca adoratory of Q’enqo, with its surprising altar for sacrifices embedded in the internal part of its rocky formation. Finally, we arrive at the Puca Pucará lookout and Tambomachay, a monument of notable architectonic excellence which is considered one of the pillars of the Andean cosmovision. Free afternoon to enjoy the city.
Free afternoon for additional activities, or to cruise around the streets of Cusco. The passport of admissions that is included in this trip gives you access to other points of interest that are not visited.
Day 04: Sacred Valley: Inca and Colonial Pisac, Inkariy Museum and Yucay Live Culture Center
The Sacred Valley of the Incas receives us in this day. Our first stop will be at the Inca village of Pisac, one of the most beautiful archaeological sites of the Sacred Valley. From the top of the mountain there is a great view of the colonial village of Pisac. Walk through the colonial village. Time for shopping at the artisan workshops. Later, tour of the Inkariy Museum to visit the different halls with exhibits of representations of the pre-Hispanic cultures of ancient Peru. Lunch. Visit to the Yucay Live Culture Center, tourist complex where the local settlers will show us their techniques of weaving and dying of traditional textiles, making of the adobes, preparation of the traditional chicha, a drink made of corn, and a close encounter with the Andean camels: llamas and alpacas. Overnight stay in the area.
Day 05: Sacred Valley: Moray Terraces, Maras Salt Mines and Ollantaytambo Living Inca Village
This day will take us to find marvelous places in this region of the Sacred Valley of the Incas. The Inca Terraces of Moray, a lab that was looking to re-create 20 different microclimates and secure the agricultural production of the empire. Continue towards the Village of Maras, tour of the famous and ancient salt mines, which still are exploited since immemorial times. The contrast between the white wells and the clayey land makes this landscape into a place not to be missed for taking pictures. Lunch. In the afternoon, tour of the streets, plazas and terraces of the last Inca living village of Ollantaytambo. Enter the archaeological site that dominates the village, where we will see the technique that the Incas used to work on the stones in the Sun temple that was left half built. At the proper time, embark from the village train station to arrive at the town of Machu Picchu, located at the foot of the mountain. Overnight stay in the area.
Day 06: Machu Picchu, the Lost City
The much-awaited day to visit one of the 7 Wonders of the World. Boarding at the Ollantaytambo station. Departure in the selected train. Arrival at the Machu Picchu station. Assistance, from our staff to board the bus that will ascend a winding road, with a spectacular view of the Urubamba River which forms a deep canyon. The Lost City of the Incas, Machu Picchu, will greet us with its incredible terraces, staircases, ceremonial sites, and urban areas. Energy exudes from the whole place. Lunch. At the coordinated time, return by train and transfer to the hotel in Cusco. Lodging.
Day 07: Vinicunca, the Rainbow Mountain.
Embark on a great adventure when going to the Rainbow Mountain, Vinicunca. Very early in the morning, departure by van along Valle Sur till we arrive at the village of Cusipata. Breakfast. Afterwards start of the ascent through a community dirt road till we arrive at 4,800 m.a.s.l. Start of our hike along a path of 4 km observing far away the snowcapped mountain range of Ausangate. Our guide will come with us and teach us how to walk properly in altitude. The chain of mountains striped with colors will appear little by little, until we reach the observation point at 5000 m.a.s.l. Its geological formations will reveal all its great splendor. Vinicunca is one of the great attractions that you should not miss in your trip to Peru. Free time for taking pictures. Later we will descend by the same path in
Day 08: Farewell Day
Transfer to the airport. Departure to Lima to connect with your return flight home.
Languages:
- Shared Tours: English, Spanish.
- Private Tours: Portuguese, French, Italian, Russian, Chinese, English, Spanish.
Included:
- Private transfers from airport to hotels.
- Shared transfer to the train station.
- All admission tickets on tours.
- Shared Tours with English / Spanish speaking guide.
- Round trip railway ticket to Machu Picchu according with selected hotel category.
- 4 lunches.
- 1 night of accommodation in Lima in selected hotels.
- 4 nights of accommodation in Cusco in selected hotels.
- 1 night of accommodation in Sacred Valley in selected hotels.
- 1 night of accommodation in Machu Picchu town in selected hotels.
- Daily breakfast.
Not Included:
- Air Tickets (On Request)
- Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
What should travelers know:
- Machu Picchu has limited capacity. It is required to give the full name, identification document, nationality, date of birth at the time of the reservation. The access to Machu Picchu is taking turns. We are allowed to only remain 4 hours in the citadel. The paths are delimited. We will follow the high-long path. Not permitted: to climb the walls, rest on the steps or terraces, or use walking sticks and drones.
Altitudes:
Lima 40 m.a.s.l.
Cusco 3,400 m.a.s.l.
Sacsayhuaman 3,700 m.a.s.l.
Sacred Valley 2,871 m.a.s.l.
Machu Picchu 2.440 m.a.s.l.
Vinicunca 5,000 m.a.s.l.
What to bring:
- Long sleeve shirt. The solar radiation is high at high altitudes. Protect your skin.
- Cap or hat. You can also get them in the artisan markets and contribute to the local economy.
- Warm clothing for the night. Scarf.
- Comfortable shoes for walking. Trekking sneakers.
- Raincoat, in the November to March season. Avoid purchasing single use raincoats.
- Reusable water bottle. Several hotels have water filters available to refill your reusable water bottles. We support the reduction of the single use plastic water Bottle.
Contact our experts now about this plan
Discover Peru – Lima, Arequipa, Puno, and Cusco
Discover Peru – Lima, Arequipa, Puno, and Cusco
10D/9N. Daily Departures.
Highlights:
- Convent of Santo Domingo, built on XV century
- Larco Museum
- Qorikancha Temple
- Santa Catalina Monastery
- Colca Canyon
- Titicaca Lake
- Islands of Titicaca Lake.
- Route of Andean Altiplano.
- San Pedro Central Cusco Market.
- Sacsayhuaman, Tambomachay, Q’enqo and Puca Pucara inca complexs.
- Chinchero Inca town.
- Moray Inca terraces.
- Ollantaytambo, the last living Inca town.
- Machu Picchu, lost citadel
Itinerary
Day 01: Welcome to Lima, City of Kings, and the Larco Museum of Cultures
Arrival to the city of Lima, assistance, and transfer to the hotel.
An exclusive and intense tour of the Historical Center of Lima will take us to know and admire the architectonic relics that are part of the old Lima, which has been recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. The Convent of Santo Domingo is the beginning of this magnificent experience. It was built during the foundation of Lima. The Universidad Mayor de San Marcos (University of San Marcos) was founded on this site, the oldest in America. Inside, the choir with the oldest stalls in the country; and the library, with 25,000 books, some printed in the XV century, has an invaluable historical value. The mortal remains of San Martín de Porres, San Juan Masías and Santa Rosa de Lima lie inside. Crossing the Plaza Mayor, the Government Palace, and the Municipality, going into the Cathedral, a jewel in the history of Lima, with artworks that will make us feel closer to colonial Lima. Leaving downtown Lima and heading to the Larco Museum, where we will get a clear vision of the cultures that inhabited ancient Peru. We shall admire the gold pieces, textiles and erotic ceramics that are part of the collection which will introduce us to the cosmovision of the ancient Peru. The warehouse of this museum will be open during our visit to appreciate the expressions of art that were reflected in their ceramics.
Day 02: Arequipa, the White City
Transfer to the airport. Departure to Arequipa. Arrival, assistance, and transfer to the hotel.
In the afternoon, the “White City” opens its doors to us in a tour that starts in the beautiful colonial neighborhood of San Lázaro, the place where Arequipa was founded; from here we will walk thru its colorful streets adorned with geraniums and later we will go to the observation point of Carmen Alto, to enjoy a beautiful view of agricultural terraces and from there we will be able to observe the three volcanos towering over the city: Misti, Chachani and Picchu -Picchu. We continue towards the colonial district of Yanahuara, famous for its church built in the Andalusian style and its observation point, erected with a beautiful architecture, and surrounded with arches made of ashlar. Later, we visit the Santa Catalina Monastery, impressive religious monument that was closed for nearly 400 years; with narrow streets, squares and gardens that remind us of the old neighborhoods of Sevilla or Granada. Next, we head towards the Plaza de Armas, from there we will be able to watch the Cathedral and the arches surrounding the plaza, and finally visit the Iglesia de la Compañía de Jesús; established by the Jesuits in the XVII century, note its cloisters and the famous Dome of San Ignacio.
Day 03: The volcanos route, Pampa Cañahuas and Chivay
Outing in an adventure by land towards the spectacular Colca Valley. We take the route of the volcanos, going up by the side of the Chachani volcano, and having a formidable view of the Misti and the Picchu volcanos. Our path will go across the vicuna reserve of Pampa Cañahuas, high Andean habitat where the vicunas live and are protected. The highest point of our trajectory will reach 4,900 m.a.s.l. in the pass of Patapampa, from there we can appreciate the active volcano Sabancaya. Descent to the Colca Valley. Arrival and lodging. Lunch at the hotel. Free time to rest or to enjoy a bath in the thermal waters in the area.
Day 04: Colca Canyon, Observation point of the Cruz del Cóndor and Route to Puno
At dawn, we head towards the observation point of the Cruz del Cóndor. We will be observing the imposing flight of the condors, huge Andean birds that are the symbol of the Andean countries. The view lets us appreciate the great dimension of the canyon, considered one of the world’s deepest canyons. We will visit the towns of Maca and Yanque that still preserve its colonial churches. Lunch in a restaurant in the area. In the afternoon, departure by bus in a 6 hour and a half trip to the city of Puno. Arrival, assistance, and transfer to the hotel.
Day 05: The Titicaca Sacred Lake and its islands
In the morning, board a motorboat to visit the Uros, a town of people that sought refuge inside Lake Titicaca, fleeing the different cultures that arrived to dominate them. This community continues building their islands following the ancient techniques and welcome us to pass on their knowledge. Its people make a living from its visitors. Continue sailing towards the Island of Taquile. The community of this island has maintained alive its traditions, clothes, and way of life. It is one of the few Quechua communities in a region that is essentially Aymara, and they have kept unreachable to modernity and its possible effect on their lives. They will welcome us with their music and dances. Lunch at a community restaurant, a simple meal but very rich in nutrients. Afterwards, take a walk around the surrounding areas to appreciate the beautiful view of the Lake Titicaca. Return to the port of Puno. Transfer to the hotel.
Day 06: Route of the Altiplano
We depart in a tour bus to the city of Cusco. Our first stop will be the Museo de Lítico de Pucará (Pucara lithic museum), place that preserves the remains of the Pucará culture with pieces that will surprise us such as monoliths, stelas, and sculptures with animal shapes. This town is also famous for the toritos de Pucará (Pucara little bulls), beautiful multicolored handicrafts that symbolize protection, happiness, and fertility. Our next stop will be in the highest point at 4,335 m.a.s.l. in La Raya, geographic division of the basin of the water from the Titicaca Lake and from the Vilcanota river that will go to the Amazonas River basin. Lunch. We continue towards the town of Racchi, location of the temple of the god Wiracocha, the stone base of the huge columns and walls stand out and give us an idea of how majestic this small palace was. As our last stop, we visit the beautiful church of San Pedro Apóstol de Andahuaylillas, known as the “Sixtina de América” (The Sistine Chapel of America) for the paintings that adorn its ceilings and walls. Arrival to Cusco. Transfer to the hotel.
Día 07: Cusco, Capital of the Empire, and the Archaeological Park of Sacsayhuaman
In the morning, we will leave behind the crowds to visit Sacsayhuaman, an impressive citadel full of colossal constructions surrounded by beautiful landscape in total communion with the environment. Afterwards, we continue to the Inca adoratory of Q’enqo, with its surprising altar for sacrifices embedded in the internal part of its rocky formation. Finally, we arrive at the Puca Pucará lookout and Tambomachay, a monument of notable architectonic excellence which is considered one of the pillars of the Andean cosmovision.
In the afternoon, exclusive stroll in the city that starts with a visit to the Plaza de San Cristóbal (San Cristobal Square) to enjoy a panoramic overview of the city. Afterwards, we will visit the San Pedro Market, where we will absorb the local flavors and learn more about the products of the area in this market that has it all and supplies the entire city. Later, the Qorikancha Temple will welcome us with all its splendor and magnificence, with walls that used to be covered in gold. From San Blas, the artisans’ neighborhood, we will walk down the street Hatun Rumiyoc finding in our way the palace Inca Roca, today´s Archbishops Palace, and we will have time to admire the world famous Twelve Angled Stone. We will continue to the Plaza de Armas to visit The Cathedral that houses colonial works of incredible value.
Day 03: Inca Village of Chinchero, Terraces of Moray and the Inca Village of Ollantaytambo
This day we shall visit the most outstanding places in the Sacred Valley of the Incas. We will depart towards the Village of Chinchero, the most typical and colorful of the Sacred Valley. This village is famous for its weaving women. Short stop in a textiles center to appreciate the old Inca techniques for the dyeing and spinning using alpaca wool. After visiting the Inca Plaza with its beautiful colonial church, we will continue towards Moray, a beautiful Inca archaeological site made up of concentric agricultural terraces that served as a lab to recreate microclimates. Lunch. Later visit to the last living village of the Incas, Ollantaytambo. Also, a visit to the Temple of the ten windows, the bath of the princess, and the Sun Temple. The postcard pictures that we will take from the heights of Ollantaytambo will close this magical day in the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Lodging in the area.
Day 04: Machu Picchu, the Lost City
The much-awaited day to visit one of the 7 Wonders of the World. Boarding at the Ollantaytambo station. Departure in the selected train. Arrival at the Machu Picchu station. Assistance, from our staff to board the bus that will ascend a winding road, with a spectacular view of the Urubamba River which forms a deep canyon. The Lost City of the Incas, Machu Picchu, will greet us with its incredible terraces, staircases, ceremonial sites, and urban areas. Energy exudes from the whole place. Lunch. At the coordinated time, return by train and transfer to the hotel in Cusco. Lodging.
Día 10: Farewell day
Transfer to the airport to take your flight to Lima and connect with your international flight to your home.
Languages:
- Shared Tours: English, Spanish.
- Private Tours: Portuguese, French, Italian, Russian, Chinese, English, Spanish.
Included:
- Private transfers from airport to hotels.
- Shared transfer to the train station.
- All admission tickets on tours.
- Shared Tours with English / Spanish speaking guide.
- Round trip railway ticket to Machu Picchu according with selected category.
- 6 lunches.
- 1 night of accommodation in Lima in selected hotels.
- 1 night of accommodation in Arequipa in selected hotels.
- 1 night of accommodation in Colca in selected hotels.
- 2 nights of accommodation in Puno in selected hotels.
- 3 nights of accommodation in Cusco in selected hotels.
- 1 night of accommodation in Sacred Valley in selected hotels.
- Daily breakfast.
Not Included:
- Air Tickets (on request)
- Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
What should travelers know:
- Machu Picchu has limited capacity. It is required to give the full name, identification document, nationality, date of birth at the time of the reservation. The access to Machu Picchu is taking turns. We are allowed to only remain 4 hours in the citadel. The paths are delimited. We will follow the high-long path. Not permitted: to climb the walls, rest on the steps or terraces, or use walking sticks and drones.
- Operated exclusively by our Representative in the city of Cusco. We offer an experience of visiting the city and the Archaeological Park of Sacsayhuaman in two half days to discover interesting spots of the city of Cusco that the traditional visitor does not cover. Our operation takes the visitor away from the crowd and gives each archaeologic site and church the necessary time to get to know it.
Altitudes:
Lima 40 m.a.s.l.
Arequipa 2,335 m.a.s.l.
Chivay – Colca 3,635 m.a.s.l.
Puno 3,827 m.a.s.l.
Cusco 3,400 m.a.s.l.
Sacsayhuaman 3,700 m.a.s.l.
Sacred Valley 2,871 m.a.s.l.
Machu Picchu 2.440 m.a.s.l.
What to bring:
- Long sleeve shirt. The solar radiation is high at high altitudes. Protect your skin.
- Sunscreen.
- Sunglasses.
- Cap or hat. You can also get them in the artisan markets and contribute to the local economy.
- Warm clothing for the night. Scarf.
- Comfortable shoes for walking. Trekking sneakers.
- Raincoat, in the November to March season. Avoid purchasing single use raincoats.
- Reusable water bottle. Several hotels have water filters available to refill your reusable water bottles. We support the reduction of the single use plastic water Bottle
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Cusco, a Story to Tell – Cusco, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Vinicunca y Q’eswachaca
Cusco, a Story to Tell – Cusco, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Vinicunca y Q’eswachaca
6D/5N. Daily Departures.
Highlights:
• San Pedro Central Market.
• Chinchero, old inca town.
• Ollantaytambo, the last living Inca town
• Machu Picchu, lost citadel.
• Vinicunca, Rainbow Mountain.
• Q’eswachaqa, last Inca bridge.
Itinerary
Day 01: Cusco, Capital of the Empire, and the Archaeological Park of Sacsayhuaman
Ascent to the Sacsayhuaman Archaeological Park and start of the journey visiting the fortress of the same name, a beautiful place that radiates peace and tranquility, we will also admire the huge rocks of up to 4 meters high, that were used in its construction. Continue to Q’enqo, antique temple of the Cougar where we can appreciate an altar for sacrifices in the inner part of a huge rock and then to Tambomachay, sacred fountains of life and health. On the way, enjoy a panoramic view of Puca Pucará, a watchtower that guarded the entrance to the city. Later, tour of the Temple of the Sun Qorikancha, over which the Santo Domingo Convent was built, the legend says that this Temple was completely gold plated, which amazed the conquerors when they first arrived. To end our journey, become familiar with the Plaza de Armas (Main Square) and enter the Cathedral, which amasses invaluable colonial art works and paintings, as for example the Cross that arrived with the first conquerors.
Day 02: Inca Village of Chinchero, Terraces of Moray and the Inca Village of Ollantaytambo
This day we shall visit the most outstanding places in the Sacred Valley of the Incas. We will depart towards the Village of Chinchero, the most typical and colorful of the Sacred Valley. This village is famous for its weaving women. Short stop in a textiles center to appreciate the old Inca techniques for the dyeing and spinning using alpaca wool. After visiting the Inca Plaza with its beautiful colonial church, we will continue towards Moray, a beautiful Inca archaeological site made up of concentric agricultural terraces that served as a lab to recreate microclimates. Lunch. Later visit to the last living village of the Incas, Ollantaytambo. Also, a visit to the Temple of the ten windows, the bath of the princess, and the Sun Temple. The postcard pictures that we will take from the heights of Ollantaytambo will close this magical day in the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Lodging in the area.
Day 03: Machu Picchu, the Lost City
The much-awaited day to visit one of the 7 Wonders of the World. Boarding at the Ollantaytambo station. Departure in the selected train. Arrival at the Machu Picchu station. Assistance, from our staff to board the bus that will ascend a winding road, with a spectacular view of the Urubamba River which forms a deep canyon. The Lost City of the Incas, Machu Picchu, will greet us with its incredible terraces, staircases, ceremonial sites, and urban areas. Energy exudes from the whole place. Lunch. At the coordinated time, return by train and transfer to the hotel in Cusco. Lodging.
Day 04: Vinicunca, the Rainbow Mountain.
Embark on a great adventure when going to the Rainbow Mountain, Vinicunca. Very early in the morning, departure by van along Valle Sur till we arrive at the village of Cusipata. Breakfast. Afterwards start of the ascent through a community dirt road till we arrive at 4,800 m.a.s.l. Start of our hike along a path of 4 km observing far away the snowcapped mountain range of Ausangate. Our guide will come with us and teach us how to walk properly in altitude. The chain of mountains striped with colors will appear little by little, until we reach the observation point at 5000 m.a.s.l. Its geological formations will reveal all its great splendor. Vinicunca is one of the great attractions that you should not miss in your trip to Peru. Free time for taking pictures. Later we will descend by the same path to board our vehicle and descend to Cusipata. Lunch. Return to Cusco.
Day 05: the last Inca Bridge, Q’eswachaca.
In the morning, we will be going to the district of Quehue, Canas province, over the Apurimac River. Along the way we will go across the area of the four lakes and Andean villages. Get to know Q’eswachaka, the last Inca bridge, a fascinating experience. This suspension bridge that hangs over the Apurímac River is unique in its type, handmade and renewed every single year through a ritual that lasts four days carried out by local communities. We will now have the opportunity to cross this impressive Inca construction of 28 meters in length. Following the steps of the Inca army. Return to the hostel. Lunch. Return to Cusco.
Day 06: Farewell Day
Transfer to the airport. Departure to Lima to connect with your return flight home.
Languages:
- Shared Tours: English, Spanish.
- Private Tours: Portuguese, French, Italian, Russian, Chinese, English, Spanish.
Included:
- Private transfers from airport to hotels.
- Shared transfer to the train station.
- All admission tickets on tours.
- Shared Tours with English / Spanish speaking guide.
- Round trip railway ticket to Machu Picchu according with selected hotel category.
- 4 lunches.
- 4 nights of accommodation in Cusco in selected hotels.
- 1 night of accommodation in Sacred Valley in selected hotels.
- Daily breakfast.
Not Included:
- Air Tickets (On Request)
- Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
What should travelers know:
- Machu Picchu has limited capacity. It is required to give the full name, identification document, nationality, date of birth at the time of the reservation. The access to Machu Picchu is taking turns. We are allowed to only remain 4 hours in the citadel. The paths are delimited. We will follow the high-long path. Not permitted: to climb the walls, rest on the steps or terraces, or use walking sticks and drones.
- Operated exclusively by our Representative in the city of Cusco. We offer an experience of visiting the city and the Archaeological Park of Sacsayhuaman in two half days to discover interesting spots of the city of Cusco that the traditional visitor does not cover. Our operation takes the visitor away from the crowd and gives each archaeologic site and church the necessary time to get to know it.
- Vinicunca, is located at 5,000 m.a.s.l., it is one of Cusco’s great attractions. Within our service we include horses and walking sticks to help the hike. Our guides carry oxygen cylinders. This excursion is not recommended if the traveler has blood pressure, cardiac or spine problems.
Altitudes:
Cusco 3,400 m.a.s.l.
Sacsayhuaman 3,700 m.a.s.l.
Sacred Valley 2,871 m.a.s.l.
Machu Picchu 2.440 m.a.s.l.
Vinicunca 5,000 m.a.s.l.
Q’eswachaca 3,700 m.a.s.l.
What to bring:
- Long sleeve shirt. The solar radiation is high at high altitudes. Protect your skin.
- Cap or hat. You can also get them in the artisan markets and contribute to the local economy.
- Warm clothing for the night. Scarf.
- Comfortable shoes for walking. Trekking sneakers.
- Raincoat, in the November to March season. Avoid purchasing single use raincoats.
- Reusable water bottle. Several hotels have water filters available to refill your reusable water bottles. We support the reduction of the single use plastic water Bottle
Contact our experts now about this plan
Celebrating in the Andes – Lima, Cusco, and Machu Picchu
Celebrating in the Andes – Lima, Cusco, and Machu Picchu
6D/5N. Daily Departures
Highlights:
• Romantic Dinner at Casa Moreyra restaurant of the famous chef Gastón Acurio
• Larco Museum
• Chinchero, old inca town.
• Ollantaytambo, the last living Inca town
• Machu Picchu, lost citadel.
• Dinner at MAP restaurant.
Itinerary
Day 01: Welcome to Lima, City of Kings, and the Larco Museum of Cultures
Arrival to the city of Lima, assistance, and transfer to the hotel.
An exclusive and intense tour of the Historical Center of Lima will take us to know and admire the architectonic relics that are part of the old Lima, which has been recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. The Convent of Santo Domingo is the beginning of this magnificent experience. It was built during the foundation of Lima. The Universidad Mayor de San Marcos (University of San Marcos) was founded on this site, the oldest in America. Inside, the choir with the oldest stalls in the country; and the library, with 25,000 books, some printed in the XV century, has an invaluable historical value. The mortal remains of San Martín de Porres, San Juan Masías and Santa Rosa de Lima lie inside. Crossing the Plaza Mayor, the Government Palace, and the Municipality, going into the Cathedral, a jewel in the history of Lima, with artworks that will make us feel closer to colonial Lima. Leaving downtown Lima and heading to the Larco Museum, where we will get a clear vision of the cultures that inhabited ancient Peru. We shall admire the gold pieces, textiles and erotic ceramics that are part of the collection which will introduce us to the cosmovision of the ancient Peru. The warehouse of this museum will be open during our visit to appreciate the expressions of art that were reflected in their ceramics.
Romantic dinner in the restaurant of the famous chef Gastón Acurio, The Moreyra House. Old house of a San Isidro estate that today houses this iconic Lima restaurant. Gastón is one of the forgers of the worldwide fame of our cuisine.
Day 02: Cusco, Capital of the Empire
Arrival to the city of Cusco, assistance, and transfer to the hotel.
In the afternoon, exclusive stroll in the city that starts with a visit to the Plaza de San Cristóbal (San Cristobal Square) to enjoy a panoramic overview of the city. Afterwards, we will visit the San Pedro Market, where we will absorb the local flavors and learn more about the products of the area in this market that has it all and supplies the entire city. Later, the Qorikancha Temple will welcome us with all its splendor and magnificence, with walls that used to be covered in gold. From San Blas, the artisans’ neighborhood, we will walk down the street Hatun Rumiyoc finding in our way the palace Inca Roca, today´s Archbishops Palace, and we will have time to admire the world famous Twelve Angled Stone. We will continue to the Plaza de Armas to visit The Cathedral that houses colonial works of incredible value.
Day 03: Inca Village of Chinchero, Terraces of Moray and the Inca Village of Ollantaytambo
This day we shall visit the most outstanding places in the Sacred Valley of the Incas. We will depart towards the Village of Chinchero, the most typical and colorful of the Sacred Valley. This village is famous for its weaving women. Short stop in a textiles center to appreciate the old Inca techniques for the dyeing and spinning using alpaca wool. After visiting the Inca Plaza with its beautiful colonial church, we will continue towards Moray, a beautiful Inca archaeological site made up of concentric agricultural terraces that served as a lab to recreate microclimates. Lunch. Later visit to the last living village of the Incas, Ollantaytambo. Also, a visit to the Temple of the ten windows, the bath of the princess, and the Sun Temple. The postcard pictures that we will take from the heights of Ollantaytambo will close this magical day in the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Lodging in the area.
Day 04: Machu Picchu, the Lost City
The much-awaited day to visit one of the 7 Wonders of the World. Boarding at the Ollantaytambo station. Departure in the selected train. Arrival at the Machu Picchu station. Assistance, from our staff to board the bus that will ascend a winding road, with a spectacular view of the Urubamba River which forms a deep canyon. The Lost City of the Incas, Machu Picchu, will greet us with its incredible terraces, staircases, ceremonial sites, and urban areas. Energy exudes from the whole place. Lunch. At the coordinated time, return by train and transfer to the hotel in Cusco. Lodging.
Day 05: Archaeological Park of Sacsayhuaman
In the morning, we will leave behind the crowds to visit Sacsayhuaman, an impressive citadel full of colossal constructions surrounded by beautiful landscape in total communion with the environment. Afterwards, we continue to the Inca adoratory of Q’enqo, with its surprising altar for sacrifices embedded in the internal part of its rocky formation. Finally, we arrive at the Puca Pucará lookout and Tambomachay, a monument of notable architectonic excellence which is considered one of the pillars of the Andean cosmovision. Free afternoon to enjoy the city.
Free afternoon for additional activities, or to cruise around the streets of Cusco. The passport of admissions that is included in this trip gives you access to other points of interest that are not visited.
Farewell dinner at MAP restaurant.
Day 06: Farewell Day
Transfer to the airport. Departure to Lima to connect with your return flight home.
Languages:
- Shared Tours: English, Spanish.
- Private Tours: Portuguese, French, Italian, Russian, Chinese, English, Spanish.
Included:
- Private transfers from airport to hotels.
- Shared transfer to the train station.
- All admission tickets on tours.
- Shared Tours with English / Spanish speaking guide.
- Round trip railway ticket to Machu Picchu according with selected hotel category.
- 1 dinner at Casa Moreyra restaurant in Lima.
- 1 dinner at MAP restaurant in Cusco.
- 2 lunches.
- 1 night of accommodation in Lima in selected hotels.
- 3 nights of accommodation in Cusco in selected hotels.
- 1 night of accommodation in Sacred Valley in selected hotels.
- Daily breakfast.
Not Included:
- Air Tickets (On Request)
- Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
What should travelers know:
- Machu Picchu has limited capacity. It is required to give the full name, identification document, nationality, date of birth at the time of the reservation. The access to Machu Picchu is taking turns. We are allowed to only remain 4 hours in the citadel. The paths are delimited. We will follow the high-long path. Not permitted: to climb the walls, rest on the steps or terraces, or use walking sticks and drones.
- Operated exclusively by our Representative in the city of Cusco. We offer an experience of visiting the city and the Archaeological Park of Sacsayhuaman in two half days to discover interesting spots of the city of Cusco that the traditional visitor does not cover. Our operation takes the visitor away from the crowd and gives each archaeologic site and church the necessary time to get to know it.
Altitudes:
Lima 40 m.a.s.l.
Cusco 3,400 m.a.s.l.
Sacsayhuamán 3,700 m.a.s.l.
Sacred Valley 2,871 m.a.s.l.
Machu Picchu 2.440 m.a.s.l.
What to bring:
- Long sleeve shirt. The solar radiation is high at high altitudes. Protect your skin.
- Cap or hat. You can also get them in the artisan markets and contribute to the local economy.
- Warm clothing for the night. Scarf.
- Comfortable shoes for walking. Trekking sneakers.
- Raincoat, in the November to March season. Avoid purchasing single use raincoats.
Reusable water bottle. Several hotels have water filters available