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Lima, Cusco and Machu Picchu

+/- 7 Days, Andean Highlands Adventure: Lima, Cusco, Machu Picchu and Lake Titicaca

1Day

Welcome to Lima, Peru!

Overnight stay: Lima

1. Private transfer from the airport to the accommodation in Lima (LIM)

Private transfer from the airport to the accommodation in Lima (LIM)

Upon arriving at the airport in Lima our driver will be waiting for you with a sign to your name, then private transportation will be made to the Hotel in Lima.

(Duration: 00:45)
2Day

Visiting the main treasures of the city of Lima

Overnight stay: Lima

1. City Tour in Lima - Colonial and Modern Walk

City Tour in Lima - Colonial and Modern Walk

We will take a stroll through the streets and squares of Lima. Starting at "Parque del Amor" in Miraflores, with a spectacular view of the Pacific Ocean, we will then proceed to Huaca Pucllana, the ceremonial center of Lima's culture, for a panoramic view.

After passing through San Isidro, a relaxed residential area in Lima, we proceed to the main square of the city, where the Government Palace and the City Hall are located. We will visit the Historic Cathedral and explore the Santo Domingo Convent, along which the San Martín de Porres and San Rosa de Lima corridors used to stroll in the 17th century, and where their remains rest today.

Includes:
Transportation
Local guide
Appetizer

Departures: 9 am and 2 pm.

(Duration: 04:00)
3Day

We arrived in Cusco: The center of the Inca Empire

Overnight stay: Cuzco

1. Private transfer from the accommodation in Lima to the airport (LIM)

Private transfer from the accommodation in Lima to the airport (LIM)

At an appropriate time, private transportation will be made from your hotel to Lima Airport.

(Duration: 00:45)

2. Private transfer from the airport to the accommodation in Cusco

4Day

Discover the Wonders of Cusco and its Archaeological Sites

Overnight stay: Cuzco

1. City Tour in Cusco including Archeological sites

City Tour in Cusco including Archeological sites

Shared service, small groups.
The City Tour in Cusco in shared service, is a tour of the most important attractions of the city of Cusco, the ancient capital of the Incas. The route includes places of great historical importance:

The first point to be visited is the Cathedral of Cusco, known as one of the most beautiful in Peru and South America. With a Baroque style made by the best sculptors of the Cusque School, and by the famous Italian painter and sculptor, Bernardo Bitti.
Then, we will go to Qoricancha, which means Golden Wall or Temple of the Sun, the main place of worship for the Sun God. Then we will continue the tour, visiting four other archaeological sites around Cusco: The Sacsayhuaman Fortress, famous for its huge blocks of carved stones and the celebration of the Inti Raymi (Feast of the Sun), on the winter solstice, the most popular festival known in Peru, Qenqo, Puka Pukara, and Tambomachay, the famous Inca shower.
Our return to Cusco is scheduled for approximately 6:00 pm. On the way back, our team can drop you off at the hotel or in the main square of the city.

Cusco Cathedral
Coricancha Temple
Sacsayhuaman Fortress
Archaeological sites of Qenqo
Puca Pucara
Tambo Machay.

Departures and return to the hotel.

Includes transport
Include Tickets
Small groups
Guide in English and Spanish

(Duration: 06:00)
5Day

Visiting the Sacred Valley Pisac and Ollantaytambo by Train to Aguas Calientes

Overnight stay: Aguas Calientes

1. Sacred Valley tour: Pisaq Market, Ollantaytambo + lunch + entrance fees

Sacred Valley tour:  Pisaq Market, Ollantaytambo + lunch + entrance fees

Departure from the hotel at 8:00 am.

The vehicle will pass to take us to the village of Písac, about 40 minutes from the city of Cusco. Here, we will have time to tour the handicraft market, before continuing to the archaeological center. Once there, the guide will deliver important historical information, before giving you free time to tour the place.

Then, we go to Urubamba, where we will have our buffet lunch (drinks not included) **, in order to replenish the energy for our next visit: Ollantaytambo. We will go up the terraces to visit the ruins of the temple of the sun and learn a little more about the forms of construction used by the Quechua. Then, we will walk a part of an Inca Trail to descend to our starting point, with views of the surrounding valleys and the same ruins we were in a moment ago.

Places visited: Pisaq Market and Ruins. Valle de Urubamba, Ollantaytambo Ruins.

Includes
Lunch
Transport
Guide
Partial ticket (which also gives access to other attractions in Cusco)
Bottle of water

Does not include:
Drinks
Tip

Heads up:
Bring your passport or ID.

Hotel exit. Attention: Shared excursions may be slightly delayed.
If the delay is longer than 15 minutes, contact your voucher's local contact.

(Duration: 10:00)

2. Private transfer from the train station of Ollantaytambo to accommodation in Cuzco

Private transfer from the train station of Ollantaytambo to accommodation in Cuzco

After disembarking at the Railway Station our driver will be waiting with a sign to your name to make the private transfer to the hotel.

(Duration: )

3. Expedition Train Ollantaytambo to Águas Calientes

Expedition Train Ollantaytambo to Águas Calientes

Train tickets will be delivered on the day of your arrival along with other travel information. The itinerary includes train in tourist category, if you want to change the class, this option must be requested with your agent at the time of booking

(Duration: 02:00)

4. Private transfer from Aguas Calientes train station to the accommodation in Águas Calientes

Private transfer from Aguas Calientes train station to the accommodation in Águas Calientes

Upon arrival at Águas Calientes Station, a local guide will lead your to your hotel (walking). Águas Calientes is a small town and a mandatory stop for a visit to Machu Picchu, since all the ruins leave here.

(Duration: 00:15)
6Day

Machu Picchu! Discover this wonder with our expert local guide

Overnight stay: Cuzco

1. Assistance on the bus station to Machu Picchu

Assistance on the bus station to Machu Picchu

With the previously agreed schedule, our guide will drop by the hotel to accompany you to the bus station for the climb to Machu Picchu. Although the hours are flexible, our suggestion is to start the day early, at approximately 5:00 am with the intention of having the incredible experience of seeing the sunrise in Machu Picchu

(Duration: 00:15)

2. Bus ticket to Machu Picchu (up + down)

Bus ticket to Machu Picchu (up + down)

All tickets needed during your trip will be delivered by the guide who will receive them on the day of your arrival, there are 25 minutes for each way round trip.

(Duration: 00:30)

3. Entrance Tickets to Machu Picchu

Entrance Tickets to Machu Picchu

All tickets required during your trip will be delivered by the guide who will receive them on the day of your arrival.

(Duration: 05:00)

4. Panoramic Train from Aguas Calientes to Cusco (Poroy)

Panoramic Train from Aguas Calientes to Cusco (Poroy)

A superior train option that includes snacks and drinks, entertainment and better observation of the landscapes, due to its wider and panoramic windows. Boarding the train must be done 30 minutes in advance and the timetable instructions will be on the ticket.

(Duration: 03:00)

5. Private transfer from the train station to the accommodation in Cusco

Private transfer from the train station to the accommodation in Cusco

After disembarking at the Railway Station our driver will be waiting with a sign to your name to make the private transfer to the hotel.

(Duration: 00:30)
7Day

Saying goodbye to Peru

1. Private transfer from your accommodation to the airport in Cusco

Private transfer from your accommodation to the airport in Cusco

At an appropriate time, private transportation will be made from your hotel to Cusco Airport.

(Duration: 00:30)

Notes for the land part

  • Values expressed in USD.
  • Prices given on a double room basis.
  • Extra cost for accomodation in single room on request.
  • Prices for accommodation in superior (4 stars) or luxury (5 stars) on request.
  • Subject to change for Christmas, New Year, congresses, events and local holidays.
  • This is a standard land package, 100% flexible, which can be customized according to your desire.
  • Daily departures, subject to availability.

Flights Notes

  • The reference price does not include flights.
  • We are happy to offer you the flights as an extra item.
  • Recommended flights for this tour:

*Preço médio de voos

  1. Your City - Lima
  2. Lima - Cusco
  3. Cusco - Your City

Standard category

3 Star accommodations
Land route / in a Double room
FROM
USD 1100
per person
  • Personalized and flexible payment for your trip
  • Planning and booking of recommended flights on request (extra costs)
  • Reservas y entradas según servicios incluidos en su viaje
  • Personalized attention from our local experts
  • Travel insurance on request
  • English-speaking 24/7 emergency number

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