Embark on an extraordinary adventure to the soul of Peru, where ancient history and breathtaking landscapes intertwine. Begin in vibrant Lima, where colonial charm meets modern flair, setting the stage for a journey through time.
In Cusco, the heart of the Inca Empire, wander cobblestone streets and feel the pulse of a civilization that shaped the Andes. Then, ascend to the awe-inspiring Machu Picchu, the sacred citadel nestled among misty peaks, where the legacy of the Incas whispers in every stone.
This is more than a trip—it's a pilgrimage to the land of legends, where the past comes alive and the spirit of Andes mountains embrace you.
This is a great choice and holiday extension for everyone - or pre-trip - combined with Ecuador journeys, including the Amazon and/or Galápagos.
Transfers from - to - airport - hotel - throughout the tour
Professional and official bilingual tour guide during scheduled visits
Accommodation – hotels - according to itinerary and program
Breakfasts and all meals - according to itinerary and program
Entrance fees to all visitor sites
Vistadome train ticket on the Ollantaytambo–Aguas Calientes–Ollantaytambo route
Round-trip bus transportation between Aguas Calientes and Machu Picchu
Admission to the Machu Picchu citadel
One domestic flight Lima – Cusco - Lima
Alcoholic drinks
Personal expenses, such as laundry and services not specified in the itinerary
Single room supplement in case of needing such arrangement
Travel insurance
For extensions from Ecuador: international flight Quito - Lima. Or from your home to Lima - Peru, and return international flight from Lima
International flight – arrival to Lima – overnight at hotel in Lima
Cultural Lima – Gems of the Larco Museum, with ancient cultures, features the finest gold and silver collection from Ancient Peru and the famous archaeological collection.
Declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, the historic center of Lima showcases a unique main square the cathedral and San Francisco monastery. The Amano museum preserves some of the finest textiles and ancient pottery.
Overnight in Lima
Domestic flight Lima – Cusco – transfer to the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Visiting Salinas de Maras, also known as the Maras Salt Mines, is a pre-Inca site in the Sacred Valley of Peru where thousands of salt evaporation ponds cascade down a hillside.
Also, Moray, an Inca archaeological site in Peru known for its unique, circular terraced depressions. These terraces, resembling an amphitheater, are believed to have served as an agricultural research center where the Incas tested and developed crops for different microclimates.
We finish our day at a great hummingbird garden. Overnight in Sacred Valley.
From Sacred Valley to Aguas Calientes. We will visit Ollantaytambo and some of the impressive Inca archeological sites, the terracing system and a local market.
The remarkable Andean train will take us to Aguas Calientes, at the base of Machu Picchu, crossing breathtaking mountain landscapes. Overnight in Aguas Calientes.
The gem of Machu Picchu – Cusco. Today we will visit and walk the unique citadel of Machu Picchu. It's renowned for its stunning architecture, including finely crafted stone walls and terraces, and its dramatic setting within mountains of cloud forests. Often called the "Lost City of the Incas," a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Overnight in Cusco
Today we will get to walk and know Cusco, the Inca capital, visiting the impressive walls of Sacsayhuamán, and local market.
In the afternoon we fly to Lima, today you can take your international flight back home at night. Should you need an extra night in Lima we can arrange this before your flight back home.
