5-Day Tour Cusco and Machu Picchu

Cusco, Peru
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Skip the stress of planning and fully enjoy your visit to our Imperial city until getting to the citadel of Machu Picchu with this convenient 5- day tour. Here’s what you should expect:

• Get to know the colonial and Inca contrast of the Historic Center of Cusco.
• Discover the impressive Inca settlements around the city and uncover their mysteries.
• Surround yourself in the spellbinding energy of the Sacred Valley of the Incas and explore its outstanding archeological sites.
• And finally, cross the Andes mountains on a train ride to the cloud forest and experience the energy of the Machu Picchu citadel.

Description

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Cusco

Pass By: Cusco, Cusco, Cusco Region
Our team will be waiting for you at the Cusco airport to take you to the hotel where you’ll try the famous Coca tea, known for helping with any altitude sickness symptoms. After checking in at the hotel, our team will explain all the sights with a map of the city, also indicating the restaurants, exchange offices, shops, and more.

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight in Cusco

Day 2: Archaeological City Tour in Cusco

Stop At: Qorikancha, Avenida El Sol, 3rd block, Cusco Peru
Right at the heart of the historic center lies the so-called Temple of the Sun, the principal worship center of the Inca culture. Here, we’ll have some time to explore the site as well as the current catholic church built on top of its settlements.
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Cusco Cathedral, Portal Belen Plaza de Armas, Cusco 08002 Peru
The Cathedral of Cusco is the perfect example of colonial baroque architecture. As most of the Spanish buildings found in the city center, its foundations are the ancient structure of an important Inca palace.
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Sacsayhuaman, Cusco 08000 Peru
Following the itinerary, the Sacsayhuaman fortress is our next stop. The impressive megalithic structure has withstood centuries of earthquakes and holds stones that can measure up to 5 meters and weigh over 120 tons.
Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Q'enqo, Cusco Peru
A few meters away from Sacsayhuaman lies another important ceremonial center to the Incas. The Qenqo archeological site was a ritual-based location where, according to historians, rituals and sacrifices took place.
Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Puka Pukara, Cusco Peru
Going further up the mountains, we’ll find an archeological site with a fortress-like appearance. It is believed that Puca Pucara served as a military and administrative center.
Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Tambomachay, Cusco Peru
Tambomachay is one of the perfect examples of Inca hydraulic engineering. It is composed of irrigation channels and three water fountains that continue to provide water until the current date.
Duration: 30 minutes

Meals included:
• Breakfast: Breakfast at the hotel.

Accommodation included: Overnight in Cusco.

Day 3: Sacred Valley of the Incas

Stop At: Awana Kancha, Km. 23 Pista Cusco - Pisac, Cusco Peru
If you love alpacas, llamas, and vicuñas as much as we do, then this is the place for you! Awana Kancha is an animal shelter and an exhibition of Peruvian textiles.
Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Pisac Peru
The Archeological Site of Pisac is located at 3,300 meters above sea level, offering incredible views of its surroundings and the Sacred Valley.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Pisac Market, Central Plaza Centro, Pisac 08105 Peru
It is one of the largests local markets in the whole region. The Pisac Artisan Market comprises a diverse cultural expression, where the most talented artisans sell their handmade art pieces.
Duration: 40 minutes

Stop At: Urubamba, Urubamba, Sacred Valley, Cusco Region
After a whole morning full of history and adventure, now it’s time to take a break and enjoy the famous peruvian gastronomy in a buffet restaurant. At Tunupa Restaurant, you will be surrounded by the soothing sound of the Urubamba River.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Archaeological Park Ollantaytambo, Ollantaytambo 08676 Peru
The small town of Ollantaytambo is one of the perfect examples of Inca urbanism. Its cobbled streets will leave you breathless as well as the Inca open draining system. You will also visit the archeological site, recognized as the only place that defeated the Spanish army during colonization for almost 50 years.
Duration: 1 hour

Pass By: Ollantaytambo, Ollantaytambo, Sacred Valley, Cusco Region
After exploring the village of Ollantaytambo, We’ll board the train to Aguas Calientes, a town located in the middle of the mountains of the Peruvian jungle. There you’ll find hotels, restaurants, bars, and handicraft shops.

Meals included:
• Breakfast: Breakfast at the hotel.

• Lunch: Buffet lunch in Urubamba.
Accommodation included: Overnight in Aguas Calientes.

Day 4: Machu Picchu Private Tour

Stop At: Santuario Historico de Machu Picchu, Machu Picchu Peru
Our team will pick you up from the hotel to board the bus up to Machu Picchu in the morning. The bus ride takes about 30 minutes from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu’s main entrance. Our professional guide will provide details and information about this wonder of the world, including the mysteries and fascinating facts of the Inca culture. After our time in Machu Picchu, we’ll go back to Aguas Calientes to return to the city of Cusco.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Poroy, Cusco 08600, Peru
On this occasion, the train will take you to Poroy Train Station, which is located 30 minutes away from Cusco. Our team will be waiting for you to take you back to the hotel in Cusco.
Duration: 15 minutes

Meals included:
• Breakfast: Breakfast at the hotel.
Accommodation included: Overnight in Cusco.

Day 5: Hotel transfer - Cusco Airport

Pass By: Cusco, Cusco, Cusco Region
Our team will be waiting for you at the hotel to take you to the airport 2 hours before your flight departure. This will be the last of our services.

Meals included:
• Breakfast: Breakfast at the hotel.

No accommodation included on this day.

Inclusions

  • 03 hotel nights in Cusco.
  • 01 hotel night in Aguas Calientes.
  • Entrance tickets for all archaeological sites to visit
  • Round trip bus tickets from Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu
  • Round trip train tickets to Aguas Calientes
  • Private transfers to the airport on each destination
  • 24 hour assistance in Spanish and English
  • Professional team on all tours and walks
  • Personalized concierge and assistance to the needs of your stay
  • 4x Breakfast
  • Accommodation included: 4 nights
  • 1x Lunch
  • Entry/Admission - Cusco Cathedral
  • Entry/Admission - Archaeological Park Ollantaytambo
  • Entry/Admission - Q'enqo
  • Entry/Admission - Santuario Historico de Machu Picchu
  • Entry/Admission - Puka Pukara
  • Entry/Admission - Qorikancha
  • Entry/Admission - Sacsayhuaman
  • Entry/Admission - Pisac
  • Entry/Admission - Tambomachay

Exclusions

  • Travel insurance
  • National or international air tickets
  • Food and drinks not mentioned above
  • Personal expenses

Additional information

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Infant seats available
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Children under 2 years of age are free of charge as long as they do not occupy a seat.
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • Face masks provided for travelers
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
  • Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

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