CUSCO & MACHUPICCHU

THE ORIGIN OF THE INKA EMPIRE

Explore the cradle of the Inkas. Be impressed by the colonial architecture, Inka constructions, cobblestone streets, picturesque squares and some of the best food in the region. Enjoy the breathtaking Andean landscapes of the Sacred Valley of the Inkas before visiting one of the wonders of the modern world; Machupicchu. We are sure you will enjoy this unique tour in the world.

Itinerary

DAY 1: LIMA ARRIVAL

You will be greeted by one of our representatives and directed to your reserved hotel. You will spend the night in Lima.

DAY 2: CUSO ARRIVAL

Peruvian ride will arrange a private transfer from your hotel to the Lima airport for your flight to Cusco. Upon arrival in Cusco, one of our representatives will welcome you at the airport and take you to your hotel. You will have the rest of the afternoon free to explore Cusco on your own in order to acclimatize as Cusco is located at 11,300 ft . You will discover the magic of the nights in the capital of the Inca Empire.

DAY 3: CUSCO CITY TOUR

You can have breakfast at your hotel before starting the first day of the tour. Your designated guide will meet you at your hotel and take you on the famous pedestrian tour. In the first part of this interesting tour, you will visit Cusco’s main square, the Cathedral (exterior), the 12 corners stone, stone buildings and streets, and the main Inka ceremonial center; the Qoriqancha.

Afterwards, you will enjoy a local lunch in a tourist restaurant. In the afternoon, you will visit the archaeological centers surrounding Cusco, the Sacsayhuaman Sanctuary, Qenqo, Puka Pukara and Tambomachay. Each of the places to visit attracts more than one visitor. You will enjoy this first day tour.

DAY4: SACRED VALLEY

The Sacred Valley of the Incas is one of the most impressive and popular tours in the region. In addition to beautiful views of the Vilcanota mountain range, you will witness Inka engineering and architecture. You will start this tour visiting the town of Chinchero with its archaeological park and the beautiful views of the Veronica and Salkantay mountains. You will have the opportunity to visit a textile center where you will learn how the Incas obtained their clothing from alpaca fiber and other South American camelids. Then, you will visit Moray, a fascinating spectacle. Concentric terraces inside a bowl-shaped formation. Some theorize that Moray was a laboratory for agricultural experimentation. Afterwards, you will visit the salt mines of Maras, more than 3000 salt ponds exploited by more than 600 local families in an artisanal way.

You will enjoy a buffet lunch in the town of Urubamba before your last visit.

You will finish this day tour visiting the living Inca city of Ollantaytambo and its archaeological park. In this town, traditions and customs from Inca times are still preserved. Its archaeological park is characterized by its megalithic constructions.

You can enjoy a special night in this beautiful village and enjoy a local dinner before your visit to Machupicchu.

DAY 5: MACHUPICCHU

After breakfast, you will board a train to Machupicchu, The lost city of the Inkas. The train journey from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes is a scenic delight. The train winds its way through the breathtaking Urubamba Valley, passing by lush green mountains, meandering rivers, and Inca buildings. Once in Aguas Calientes, your designated tour guide will meet you and take you on a 30 minutes ride up to the citadel.

You will explore the most important sites of this wonder of the world, including the Sun temple, the room of the 3 windows, the room of the mirrors, among others. At the end of your visit, you will return to Aguas Calientes to choose from a variety of options a good place to have lunch. At the end of the afternoon you will take the train back to Ollantaytambo where you will be transferred to your hotel in Cusco.

DAY 6: DEPARTURE

After lunch at your hotel, Peruvian Ride will arrange a private transfer from your hotel to Cusco airport, where you will take a flight to your next destination.

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Prices per Person:

Double/Triple Occupancy
Budget          3 Star         4 Star         5 Star
$ 795             $ 895           $ 1,175       $ 1,655
Single Occupancy
Budget          3 Star         4 Star         5 Star
$ 1,195          $ 1,395       $ 1,695       $ 2,345

Included:

1 night in Lima, 3 nights in Cusco and 1 night in the Sacred Valley in Peru Hotels based on US standards
English-speaking tour guide
Ground transportation
Entrance fees
Breakfast
Trains: Ollantaytambo – Machu Picchu – Cusco (Vistadome Train for 5-star and 4-star packages / Expedition Train for 3-star & budget packages)

Not Included:

Air Tickets
Lunches and dinner (unless otherwise specified)
Airport taxes
Tips

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