OVERVIEW
This enjoyable trip full of new experiences will allow you to appreciate the wonders offered by Peru.
We will visit the imperial city of Cusco, heart of the Inca Empire and Cultural Heritage of Humanity, which shines out thanks to its history, cultural heritage and magnificence. We will have a panoramic view of the main places of Cusco.
You will be prepared for the day you have been waiting for, taking the bus up to the beautiful city of Machu Picchu. Machu Picchu was saved from destruction thanks to its remote location and today is a paramount example of Inca architectural ingenuity. This is the reason why Machu Picchu was nominated one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.
- DAY 1: ARRIVAL - CUSCO: PANORAMIC CITY TOUR
- DAY 2: VISIT TO MACHU PICCHU - RETURN TO CUSCO
- DAY 3: CUSCO/LIMA
ITINERARY
Day 1: ARRIVAL - CUSCO: PANORAMIC CITY TOUR
Reception and welcome at Cusco airport and transfer to the chosen hotel. We will have the rest of the morning free to relax and achieve a better acclimatization. In the afternoon, we will have panoramic city tour around the Cusco city by visiting the Main Square and the main streets of Cusco: San Francisco, Av. Sol, Plaza Regocijo (where we will appreciate colonial balconies), Pachacutec Monument, White Christ (from where we will have a panoramic view of the city), Sacsayhuaman, Temple of San Cristobal. Return to the hotel. Overnight in Cusco.
Meals included: None
Day 02 VISIT TO MACHU PICCHU - RETURN TO CUSCO
We will visit the Inca city of Machu Picchu. We will take the train to Aguas Calientes through Ollantaytambo (three and a half hours). Then we will take the bus to the holy city that remained unknown for centuries until accidentally discovered by Hiram Bingham in 1911. This Inca Center is one of the greatest wonders of the world. The guided tour to the archaeological site of Machu Picchu includes the visit to the urban sector, which houses the primary architectural elements of the Inca city. The main sites include: Temple of the Sun, Intiwatana, Sacred Rock, Temple of the Three Windows, Mausoleum, etc. Bus back to Aguas Calientes. Buffet lunch. In the afternoon, return to Cusco. Reception and transfer to the hotel. Overnight in Cusco.
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch
Day 3 CUSCO/LIMA
At the appropriate time, transfer to the airport in Cusco to take the flight to Lima or the international flight.
Meals included: Breakfast
INCLUSIONS
In Cusco:
- Airport/hotel/airport transportation
- Panoramic city tour
- Visit to Machu Picchu by Expedition Train (TOURIST CLASS)
- Buffet lunch in Aguas Calientes
- 2 nights’ accommodation in Cusco, plus breakfast
- Meals as specified in the Itinerary
- Entrance tickets and professional guides
- Shared (group) services
- Personalized assistance
PRICES
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NOTE
TYPES OF TRAIN TO MACHU PICCHU:
Expedition Train
This train has carriages with panoramic windows for travelers to appreciate the beauty of the natural landscape and to experience the adventure while staying comfortable, relaxed and safe. The service provides comfort at a lower cost.
Vistadome Train
This service is created for travelers who love nature and seek to be in contact with it, appreciate it and feel part of it. This train has fully panoramic windows connecting travelers with the route and offering wonderful views.
ADDITIONAL FEE TO TRAVEL BY THIS TRAIN: US$ PER PASSENGER (This additional fee will be applied for Premium/Standard classes if this type of train is preferred).
***Hotels apply the international time standards for Check In from 13:00 hours and Check Out until 10:00 hours. Times vary depending on the city.***
OPTIONAL
- The Machu Picchu Tour includes a buffet lunch in Aguas Calientes. If visitors desire the buffet lunch in Sanctuary Lodge (only hotel located on the side of the Citadel), the amount of US$ per person must be added.
- Tips and others not specified in the tourist program (tips are voluntary in Peru).
- Air ticket per person (TO BE ADDED TO THE PACKAGE):
*** Airfares are subject to variation depending on availability.***