Machu Picchu The Inca Jewel

Overview

Machu Picchu The Inca Jewel
Lima, Perú
Duration: 6 days
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$5,640

About your trip

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.

 

What's included

Transfers

Transfers from - to - airport - hotel - throughout the tour

Professional Tour Guide

Professional and official bilingual tour guide during scheduled visits

Accommodation

Accommodation – hotels - according to itinerary and program

Meals

Breakfasts and all meals - according to itinerary and program

Entrance fees

Entrance fees to all visitor sites

Train ticket

Vistadome train ticket on the Ollantaytambo–Aguas Calientes–Ollantaytambo route

Land transportation

Round-trip bus transportation between Aguas Calientes and Machu Picchu

Machu Picchu entrance

Admission to the Machu Picchu citadel

Domestic flight

One domestic flight Lima – Cusco - Lima

What's not included

Alcoholic drinks

Alcoholic drinks

Personal expenses

Personal expenses, such as laundry and services not specified in the itinerary

Single room fee

Single room supplement in case of needing such arrangement

Travel insurance

Travel insurance

International flight

For extensions from Ecuador: international flight Quito - Lima. Or from your home to Lima - Peru, and return international flight from Lima

Day 1 - Arrival to Lima

Day 1 - Arrival to Lima image

International flight – arrival to Lima – overnight at hotel in Lima

International flight – arrival to Lima – overnight at hotel in Lima

Day 2 - Cultural Lima

Day 2 - Cultural Lima image

Gems of 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

Day 3 - Lima to Cusco

Day 3 - Lima to Cusco image

Domestic flight Lima – Cusco – transfer to Sacred Valley

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.

Day 4 - Aguas Calientes

Day 4 - Aguas Calientes image

From Sacred Valley to Aguas Calientes

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.

Day 5 - Machu Picchu

Day 5 - Machu Picchu image

The gem of Machu Picchu

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

Day 6 - Cusco - Lima

Day 6 - Cusco - Lima image

Cusco, the Inca capital, visiting the impressive walls of Sacsayhuamán

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.

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1. Lima, Perú

Lima, Perú

About your organizer

Norby and Susy are cofounders of Biotropica Expeditions, offering tailor-made natural history, birding, wildlife, nature photography and cultural tours in Ecuador and other biodiverse destinations in South America including, Panama, Guyana, Colombia, Peru, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile and Argentina. We craft unforgettable journeys and adventures through the natural wonders and cultural treasures of Ecuador and South America. Our team is driven by a deep passion for sustainable travel, indigenous empowerment, education and nature conservation

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