Lima-Cusco-Machu Picchu Suggested Packages
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These are some sample traditional tours that include Lima, Cusco and Machu Picchu with day tours. We can also do itineraries with active day tours, to suit your interests.
Prices do not include flights. Extensions to Amazon and other areas can be added on. |
5 Day Peru ExpressDAY 1 |ARRIVAL IN LIMA - LARCO MUSEUM & CITY TOUR
Upon arrival at the Lima airport, you will be transferred to your hotel for your check-in. Later, explore Lima’s old town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, packed with fascinating historic buildings. The route begins at the traditional Pueblo Libre district, where you visit the Larco Museum, located in a beautifully restored vice regal mansion built on a pre-Columbian pyramid from the seventh century. The museum boasts a complete pre-Hispanic collection of gold and silver objects, as well as pieces of erotic art. Then visit the Casa Aliaga, a colonial mansion granted by chief conquistador Francisco Pizarro to one of his captains, Jerónimo de Aliaga. This is the only house from that time, still belonging to the same family. Continue with a scenic tour through the colonial downtown. See the Main Square, where you can appreciate the grandiose architecture of the Spanish Empire. Admire Lima’s Cathedral, built during the 16th century. At the end of the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel.
DAY 2 | LIMA - CUSCO / CITY TOUR & NEARBY ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITES You will be transferred to the airport to take the flight to Cusco (it is suggested to book a flight arriving before 11hrs). At arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel for check-in. During the afternoon, stroll through the plazas and beautiful cobblestone streets of the city. In the afternoon, enjoy a guided tour of this charming city, which was the capital of the Inca Empire. The tour starts with a visit to Santo Domingo Convent, a large Renaissance-baroque complex, which was built over the Inca Coricancha temple. It was one of the most important temples dedicated to worshiping the sun, and its foundations are still prominent at the base of the convent. Ancient chronicles say the temple was covered in gold leaf and filled with golden representations of nature. Then, visit the Cathedral, the most imposing monument of the Main Square. Head to the hills above Cusco to visit the remains of the fortress of Sacsayhuaman, whose imposing ramparts offer a stunning panoramic view of Cusco, and the ruins of the temple and amphitheater of Qenqo, where it is believed the Incas practiced agricultural rituals. Admire Qenqo and then finally visit PukaPukara (‘Red fortress’ in Quechua) an Inca military complex located on a prominent hill. Its dwellings, squares, bathrooms, aqueducts, walls, and towers can still be appreciated. Afterwards, return to your hotel.
DAY 3 | CUSCO - SACRED VALLEY / CHINCHERO, OLLANTAYTAMBO & LIVING MUSEUM OF YUCAY During the morning, you will be picked up from your hotel in Cusco to visit the town of Chinchero*, a traditional Cusco urban center located at an elevated point with a beautiful view of the valley. The inhabitants of this area preserve the artisan traditions and the inherited knowledge of the Incas and display them in their clothes and customs. In Chinchero there are also archaeological remains and a beautiful seventeenth-century church, one of the first Catholic buildings in Peru. Then, you are transferred from Ollantaytambo to the Living Museum of Yucay, a center Andean traditions interpretations, where demonstrations of the elaboration of textile work, adobe, pottery and silverware are carried out in the same way in which they used to in antiquity; an original recreation of Inca traditions. In addition, residents of the museum include llamas, sheep and alpacas, and they can be fed! Upon arriving in Ollantaytambo, inhabited uninterruptedly since Inca times, have a superior Andean gastronomy experience in a restaurant and feel the true spirit of the Sacred Valley, transmitted in a cozy atmosphere! Later, climb the iconic fortress, built next to a mountain. At the end of this activity, you are transferred back to your hotel. *On Sundays, also visit the local market in Chinchero.
DAY 4 | SACRED VALLEY - MACHU PICCHU - CUSCO You will be picked up and transferred to the Ollantaytambo station to board the train to Aguas Calientes, the nearest town to Machu Picchu. Take the train to Aguas Calientes, travel observing the Andean landscapes during a journey of one hour and a half. Our guide will be waiting for you and will accompany you until the departure point of the bus. Afterwards, take a bus for the 25-minute journey up to Machu Picchu, known as the "Lost city of the Incas". During a guided tour, you will have the opportunity to learn about the origins of this impressive city and explore its most outstanding monuments. After completing the tour, you will take the bus to Aguas Calientes, where you will enjoy lunch at your selected restaurant. After lunch, you can explore the charming village and, when you're ready, board the train back. The trip by train will take an hour and a half and it will take you back to Ollantaytambo, where our transportation will accompany you back to your hotel in Cusco. *Lunch time could vary depending on the entrance to the citadel. **Due to the citadel’s limited capacity we recommend that you confirm your booking as soon as possible to proceed with the ticket purchase. Tickets are subject to availability.
DAY 5 | CUSCO DEPARTURE You will be transferred to the Cusco airport to take your departure flight.
Price per person in US$ for 2025 (with standard rooms at hotels. Ask for child rates
7 Day Magic of |
| Hotel |
Single
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Double
|
Triple
|
| Comfort |
$1267
|
$926
|
$879
|
| Standard |
$1326
|
$957
|
$891
|
| Superior |
$1512
|
$1036
|
$964
|
| First Class |
$1655
|
$1130
|
$1064
|
| Luxury |
$2297
|
$1444
|
$1487
|
| Supp. for private services |
$759
|
$306
|
$156
|
Note: We also can offer a 7 day program that includes:
WALK TO VINICUNCA (RAINBOWN MOUNTAIN) FROM CUSCO
or
HIKE TO HUMANTAY LAGOON FROM CUSCO
instead of Sacred Valley tours - that will affect prices
WALK TO VINICUNCA (RAINBOWN MOUNTAIN) FROM CUSCO
or
HIKE TO HUMANTAY LAGOON FROM CUSCO
instead of Sacred Valley tours - that will affect prices
8 Day Inca Sunrise
Day 1 / Arrival to Lima
transfer to selected hotel
Day 2 | Lima | City tour and Larco Museum.
DAY 3 | LIMA – CUSCO / CITY TOUR AND NEARBY ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITES
as on day 2 of Basic 5 day package
DAY 4 | CUSCO – MARAS & MORAY – CUSCO
DAY 5 | CUSCO – SACRED VALLEY: CHINCHERO, OLLANTAYTAMBO AND LIVING MUSEUM OF YUCAY
*On Sundays, also visit the local market.
DAY 6 | SACRED VALLEY –MACHU PICCHU
After completing the tour, you will take the bus to Aguas Calientes, where you will enjoy lunch at your selected restaurant.
*Lunch time could vary depending on the entrance to the citadel.
**Due to the citadel’s limited capacity we recommend that you confirm your booking as soon as possible to proceed with the tickets purchase. Tickets are subject to availability
DAY 7 | AGUAS CALIENTES - MACHU PICCHU – CUSCO
Today, you can optionally return to Machu Picchu. You may discover the views from Huayna Picchu, which is about 360 metres above Machu Picchu with an underground temple complex; and from Inti Punku, which offers even better views from about 390 metres above the citadel. Another option is the Inca Bridge, a secret military trail, which controls access to the citadel. In the afternoon, transfer to the Aguas Calientes station and take the train back to Ollantaytambo station. From here you will be transferred to your hotel in Cusco.
After breakfast at the hotel, a transportation service will take you to Cusco’s airport for your departure from the city.
Price per person in US$ for 2025: ask for child rates
transfer to selected hotel
Day 2 | Lima | City tour and Larco Museum.
DAY 3 | LIMA – CUSCO / CITY TOUR AND NEARBY ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITES
as on day 2 of Basic 5 day package
- Overnight at the selected hotel in Cusco. Breakfast included.
DAY 4 | CUSCO – MARAS & MORAY – CUSCO
- Overnight at the selected hotel in Cusco. Breakfast included.
- Optional activity: Visit to the planetarium.
DAY 5 | CUSCO – SACRED VALLEY: CHINCHERO, OLLANTAYTAMBO AND LIVING MUSEUM OF YUCAY
*On Sundays, also visit the local market.
- Overnight at the selected hotel in the Sacred Valley. Breakfast and lunch included.
DAY 6 | SACRED VALLEY –MACHU PICCHU
After completing the tour, you will take the bus to Aguas Calientes, where you will enjoy lunch at your selected restaurant.
*Lunch time could vary depending on the entrance to the citadel.
**Due to the citadel’s limited capacity we recommend that you confirm your booking as soon as possible to proceed with the tickets purchase. Tickets are subject to availability
- Overnight at the selected hotel in Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu town). Breakfast and lunch included.
DAY 7 | AGUAS CALIENTES - MACHU PICCHU – CUSCO
Today, you can optionally return to Machu Picchu. You may discover the views from Huayna Picchu, which is about 360 metres above Machu Picchu with an underground temple complex; and from Inti Punku, which offers even better views from about 390 metres above the citadel. Another option is the Inca Bridge, a secret military trail, which controls access to the citadel. In the afternoon, transfer to the Aguas Calientes station and take the train back to Ollantaytambo station. From here you will be transferred to your hotel in Cusco.
- Overnight at the selected hotel in Cusco. Breakfast included.
After breakfast at the hotel, a transportation service will take you to Cusco’s airport for your departure from the city.
- Breakfast included.
Price per person in US$ for 2025: ask for child rates
| Hotel |
Single
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Double
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Triple
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| Comfort |
$1257
|
$927
|
$897
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| Standard |
$1365
|
$972
|
$919
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| Superior |
$1531
|
$1046
|
$981
|
| First Class |
$1692
|
$1145
|
$1084
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| Luxury |
$2644
|
$1661
|
$1785
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| Supp. for private services |
$825
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$340
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$179
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8 Day Lights of
the Inca Empire
Day 1 / Arrival to Lima
transfer to selected hotel
Day 2 | Lima | City tour and Larco Museum.
DAY 3 | LIMA – CUSCO – SACRED VALLEY (90 min flight)
Enjoy a pleasant transfer from the selected hotel to Lima airport. Once you arrive in Imperial City, you will be transferred to the selected hotel in the Sacred Valley. After check-in, relax during your afternoon.
DAY 4 | CUSCO – SACRED VALLEY: CHINCHERO, OLLANTAYTAMBO AND LIVING MUSEUM OF YUCAY
*On Sundays, also visit the local market.
DAY 5 | SACRED VALLEY –MACHU PICCHU
After completing the tour, you will take the bus to Aguas Calientes, where you will enjoy lunch at your selected restaurant.
*Lunch time could vary depending on the entrance to the citadel.
**Due to the citadel’s limited capacity we recommend that you confirm your booking as soon as possible to proceed with the tickets purchase. Tickets are subject to availability
DAY 6 | AGUAS CALIENTES - MACHU PICCHU – CUSCO
Today, you can optionally return to Machu Picchu. You may discover the views from Huayna Picchu, which is about 360 metres above Machu Picchu with an underground temple complex; and from Inti Punku, which offers even better views from about 390 metres above the citadel. Another option is the Inca Bridge, a secret military trail, which controls access to the citadel. In the afternoon, transfer to the Aguas Calientes station and take the train back to Ollantaytambo station. From here you will be transferred to your hotel in Cusco.
DAY 7 | CUSCO / CITY TOUR AND NEARBY ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITES
DAY 8 | DEPARTURE CUSCO
After breakfast at the hotel, a transportation service will take you to Cusco’s airport for your departure from the city.
Price per person in US$ for 2025: ask for child rates
transfer to selected hotel
Day 2 | Lima | City tour and Larco Museum.
DAY 3 | LIMA – CUSCO – SACRED VALLEY (90 min flight)
Enjoy a pleasant transfer from the selected hotel to Lima airport. Once you arrive in Imperial City, you will be transferred to the selected hotel in the Sacred Valley. After check-in, relax during your afternoon.
- Overnight at the selected hotel in Sacred Valley. Breakfast included.
DAY 4 | CUSCO – SACRED VALLEY: CHINCHERO, OLLANTAYTAMBO AND LIVING MUSEUM OF YUCAY
*On Sundays, also visit the local market.
- Overnight at the selected hotel in the Sacred Valley. Breakfast and lunch included.
DAY 5 | SACRED VALLEY –MACHU PICCHU
After completing the tour, you will take the bus to Aguas Calientes, where you will enjoy lunch at your selected restaurant.
*Lunch time could vary depending on the entrance to the citadel.
**Due to the citadel’s limited capacity we recommend that you confirm your booking as soon as possible to proceed with the tickets purchase. Tickets are subject to availability
- Overnight at the selected hotel in Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu town). Breakfast and lunch included.
DAY 6 | AGUAS CALIENTES - MACHU PICCHU – CUSCO
Today, you can optionally return to Machu Picchu. You may discover the views from Huayna Picchu, which is about 360 metres above Machu Picchu with an underground temple complex; and from Inti Punku, which offers even better views from about 390 metres above the citadel. Another option is the Inca Bridge, a secret military trail, which controls access to the citadel. In the afternoon, transfer to the Aguas Calientes station and take the train back to Ollantaytambo station. From here you will be transferred to your hotel in Cusco.
- Overnight at the selected hotel in Cusco. Breakfast included.
DAY 7 | CUSCO / CITY TOUR AND NEARBY ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITES
- Overnight at the selected hotel in Cusco. Breakfast included.
DAY 8 | DEPARTURE CUSCO
After breakfast at the hotel, a transportation service will take you to Cusco’s airport for your departure from the city.
- Breakfast included.
Price per person in US$ for 2025: ask for child rates
| Hotel |
Single
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Double
|
Triple
|
| Comfort |
$1372
|
$961
|
$906
|
| Standard |
$1456
|
$1004
|
$925
|
| Superior |
$1652
|
$1089
|
$1005
|
| First Class |
$1796
|
$1182
|
$1112
|
| Luxury |
$2652
|
$1647
|
$1712
|
| Supp. for private services |
$626
|
$254
|
$131
|
List of Hotels in
Various Categories
(can also quote with boutique hotels)
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT MACHU PICCHU:
ENTRANCE & GUIDE:
- The first entrance to the citadel requires the mandatory accompaniment of a guide. Please note that the guided tour lasts approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes.
- The entrance to Machu Picchu allows a maximum stay of 4 hours in the citadel, if you want to stay the whole time inform your guide at the beginning of the tour.
- The route to visit the Machu Picchu citadel and schedules are subject to availability.
- For shared tours, the visit to the Inca Bridge is not included.
- For the purchase of tickets to Machu Picchu it is necessary to send full name, date of birth, nationality, passport number of passengers, which must match the current passport that will be used for the trip. It is important to take into account that the entrance tickets to the citadel are non-refundable from the time of purchase.
LUGGAGE:
- If passengers spend the night in the Sacred Valley, we will take care of transferring the luggage to the hotel in Cusco. On the other hand, if they stay in Cusco, the luggage will remain in the hotel storage.
- Carry the same document that you presented to the agent, given that train tickets and entrance to Machu Picchu will be issued with this information.
- On all train services to Machu Picchu, the passenger may carry only hand luggage (backpack, bag or briefcase) of no more than 5 kg/ 11 lb on the train to/from Machu Picchu. You will find your luggage at the chosen hotel.
- Allowed size: 62 linear inches 157cm (height + length + width)
6 Day Special Peru
DAY 1 | ARRIVAL LIMA
Arrive at Lima Airport. You will be picked up from the airport at the scheduled time to transfer you to your hotel in Lima.
DAY 2 | LIMA – LARCO MUSEUM & CITY TOUR
as on Basic 5 day package
DAY 3 | LIMA – CUSCO / CITY TOUR AND NEARBY ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITES
as on day 2 of Basic 5 day package
DAY 4 | SACRED VALLEY: CHINCHERO, LIVING MUSEUM OF YUCAY AND OLLANTAYTAMBO
During the morning, you are picked up from your hotel to visit the town of Chinchero, a traditional Cusco urban center located at an elevated point with a beautiful view of the valley. The inhabitants of this area preserve the artisan traditions and the inherited knowledge of the Incas and display them in their clothes and customs. In Chinchero there are also archaeological remains and a beautiful seventeenth-century church, one of the first Catholic buildings in Peru. Then, you are transferred to the Living Museum of Yucay, an Andean tradition interpretation center with demonstrations of the production of textile work, adobe, pottery and silverware, following the techniques used by the ancestors. In addition, residents of the museum include llamas, sheep and alpacas, and they can be fed! Upon arriving in Ollantaytambo, inhabited uninterruptedly since Inca times, have a superior Andean gastronomy experience in a restaurant and feel the true spirit of the Sacred Valley, transmitted in a cozy atmosphere! Later, climb the iconic fortress, built next to a mountain. At the end of this activity, you are transferred back to your hotel.
*On Sundays, also visit the local market.
DAY 5 | SACRED VALLEY – MACHU PICCHU –CUSCO
You will be picked up and transferred to the Ollanta Station to board the train to Aguas Calientes, the nearest town to Machu Picchu. Take the train to Aguas Calientes, travel observing the Andean landscapes during a journey of one hour and a half. Our guide will be waiting for you and will accompany you until the departure point of the bus. Afterwards, take a bus for the 25-minute journey up to Machu Picchu, known as the "Lost city of the Incas".
After completing the tour, you will take the bus to Aguas Calientes, where you will enjoy lunch at your selected restaurant. After lunch, you can explore the charming village and, when you're ready, board the train back. The trip by train will take an hour and a half and it will take you back to Ollantaytambo, where our transportation will accompany you back to your hotel in Cusco.
*Lunch time could vary depending on the entrance to the citadel.
**Due to the citadel’s limited capacity we recommend that you confirm your booking as soon as possible to proceed with the ticket purchase. Tickets are subject to availability.
DAY 6 | DEPARTURE CUSCO
After breakfast at the hotel, a transportation service will take you to Cusco’s airport for your departure from the city.
Price per person in US$ for 2025: (with standard rooms at hotels)
Arrive at Lima Airport. You will be picked up from the airport at the scheduled time to transfer you to your hotel in Lima.
- Overnight at the selected hotel in Lima.
- Optional activity: Visit to the Magic Water Circuit.
DAY 2 | LIMA – LARCO MUSEUM & CITY TOUR
as on Basic 5 day package
- Overnight at the selected hotel in Lima. Breakfast included.
- Optional activity: Boardwalk of Barranco and gastronomic experience.
DAY 3 | LIMA – CUSCO / CITY TOUR AND NEARBY ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITES
as on day 2 of Basic 5 day package
- Overnight at the selected hotel in Cusco. Breakfast included.
DAY 4 | SACRED VALLEY: CHINCHERO, LIVING MUSEUM OF YUCAY AND OLLANTAYTAMBO
During the morning, you are picked up from your hotel to visit the town of Chinchero, a traditional Cusco urban center located at an elevated point with a beautiful view of the valley. The inhabitants of this area preserve the artisan traditions and the inherited knowledge of the Incas and display them in their clothes and customs. In Chinchero there are also archaeological remains and a beautiful seventeenth-century church, one of the first Catholic buildings in Peru. Then, you are transferred to the Living Museum of Yucay, an Andean tradition interpretation center with demonstrations of the production of textile work, adobe, pottery and silverware, following the techniques used by the ancestors. In addition, residents of the museum include llamas, sheep and alpacas, and they can be fed! Upon arriving in Ollantaytambo, inhabited uninterruptedly since Inca times, have a superior Andean gastronomy experience in a restaurant and feel the true spirit of the Sacred Valley, transmitted in a cozy atmosphere! Later, climb the iconic fortress, built next to a mountain. At the end of this activity, you are transferred back to your hotel.
*On Sundays, also visit the local market.
- Overnight at the selected hotel in the Sacred Valley. Breakfast and lunch included.
DAY 5 | SACRED VALLEY – MACHU PICCHU –CUSCO
You will be picked up and transferred to the Ollanta Station to board the train to Aguas Calientes, the nearest town to Machu Picchu. Take the train to Aguas Calientes, travel observing the Andean landscapes during a journey of one hour and a half. Our guide will be waiting for you and will accompany you until the departure point of the bus. Afterwards, take a bus for the 25-minute journey up to Machu Picchu, known as the "Lost city of the Incas".
After completing the tour, you will take the bus to Aguas Calientes, where you will enjoy lunch at your selected restaurant. After lunch, you can explore the charming village and, when you're ready, board the train back. The trip by train will take an hour and a half and it will take you back to Ollantaytambo, where our transportation will accompany you back to your hotel in Cusco.
*Lunch time could vary depending on the entrance to the citadel.
**Due to the citadel’s limited capacity we recommend that you confirm your booking as soon as possible to proceed with the ticket purchase. Tickets are subject to availability.
- Overnight at the selected hotel in Cusco. Breakfast and lunch included.
DAY 6 | DEPARTURE CUSCO
After breakfast at the hotel, a transportation service will take you to Cusco’s airport for your departure from the city.
- Breakfast included.
Price per person in US$ for 2025: (with standard rooms at hotels)
| Hotel |
Single
|
Double
|
Triple
|
| Comfort |
$1056
|
$802
|
$771 |
| Standard |
$1112
|
$827
|
$782
|
| Superior |
$1245
|
$885
|
$831
|
| First Class |
$1377
|
$966
|
$916
|
| Luxury |
$1924
|
$1237
|
$1306
|
| Supp. for private services |
$672
|
$277
|
$146
|
8 Day Eternal
Sacred Valley
Day 1 / Arrival to Lima
transfer to selected hotel
Day 2 | Lima | City tour and Larco Museum.
Day 3 | Lima - Sacred Valley | Inkariy Museum.
transfer out, fly to Cusco
Day 4 | Sacred Valley | Chinchero, Ollantaytambo and Living Museum of Yucay.
Day 5 | Sacred Valley - Machu Picchu - Cusco.
Day 6 | Cusco | City tour and nearby archaeological sites.
Day 7 | Cusco | Day off.
Day 8 | Cusco | Departure
transfer out
Price per person in US$ for 2024: (with standard rooms at hotels)
transfer to selected hotel
Day 2 | Lima | City tour and Larco Museum.
Day 3 | Lima - Sacred Valley | Inkariy Museum.
transfer out, fly to Cusco
Day 4 | Sacred Valley | Chinchero, Ollantaytambo and Living Museum of Yucay.
Day 5 | Sacred Valley - Machu Picchu - Cusco.
Day 6 | Cusco | City tour and nearby archaeological sites.
Day 7 | Cusco | Day off.
Day 8 | Cusco | Departure
transfer out
Price per person in US$ for 2024: (with standard rooms at hotels)
| Hotel |
Single
|
Double
|
Triple
|
| Comfort |
$1319
|
$939
|
$879
|
| Standard |
$1391
|
$976
|
$916
|
| Superior |
$1619
|
$1070
|
$989
|
| First Class |
$1782
|
$1176
|
$1139
|
| Luxury |
$2590
|
$1580
|
$1617
|
| Supp. for private services |
$579
|
$234
|
$117
|
"The trip was wonderful I probably should have added several days in each location so that we weren't quite so rushed but your travel arrangements, accommodations, guides ....everything was perfect. We will most certainly contact you again for future travel!"
Daryl
Daryl
9 Day Honeymoon
Day 1 | Arrival to Lima.
Day 2 | Lima | City tour
Our guide will pick you up from your hotel to begin your Historic Center of Lima tour. You'll start by visiting the Aliaga House, a colonial mansion with over 5 centuries of history, considered the oldest house in the Americas. Then, you'll explore the Plaza Mayor, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where you can visit the imposing Lima Cathedral. Finally, you'll visit the Larco Museum, located in the traditional district of Pueblo Libre. The museum boasts a comprehensive collection of pre-Hispanic gold and silver objects and a selection of erotic art pieces.
Our transportation service picks you up from your hotel and takes you to the selected restaurant. Once you finish your meal, we will take you back to your hotel.
Enjoy a delicious three-course lunch menu at Café del Museo Larco restaurant.
Our transportation service and a representative pick you up from your hotel and take you to the selected restaurant. Once you finish your meal, we will take you back to your hotel.
Enjoy a five-course dinner at the Hotel B restaurant in Barranco. The gastronomy at Hotel B is known for its focus on fresh, high-quality ingredients, offering a variety of local and international dishes in an elegant setting.
Day 3 | Lima - Cusco - Sacred Valley
Our transportation service with an English-speaking driver will pick you up from your selected hotel and take you to Jorge Chávez International Airport in Lima.
Domestic flight from Lima to Cusco.
A vehicle will pick you up from the airport and take you to your hotel in Urubamba. Along the way, visit the Living Museum of Yucay, which is actually a center of interpretation of the Andean traditions, with demonstrations of elaboration of textile work, adobe crafts, ceramics and silverware with the use of the same ancient Inca techniques. In the place live alpacas, llamas and sheep, which you can see up close and even feed. When finished, continue until you reach your hotel in the heart of the Sacred Valley. A vehicle will pick you up from the airport and take you to your hotel in Urubamba. Along the way, visit the Living Museum of Yucay, which is actually a center of interpretation of the Andean traditions, with demonstrations of elaboration of textile work, adobe crafts, ceramics and silverware with the use of the same ancient Inca techniques. In the place live alpacas, llamas and sheep, which you can see up close and even feed. When finished, continue until you reach your hotel in the heart of the Sacred Valley.
Live a unique experience for couples: the Inca wedding blessing. This ceremony, held at the Live Museum of Yucay, consists of an offering with coca leaf, considered sacred to the Incas, Andean instrumental music, typical clothing for the bride and groom and Andean appetizers. The ceremony is conducted by a shaman who will bless the couple with the Andean energy.
Day 4 | Sacred Valley
tour Maras & Moray. Then enjoy an impressive gastronomic celebration prepared by renowned chefs Pedro Miguel Schiaffino and Nacho Solis at Rancho Wayra. In addition to savoring exquisite Peruvian cuisine, you can also experience a Peruvian Paso horse show to the rhythm of the marinera dance in a cozy atmosphere.
Day 5 | Sacred Valley - tour Machu Picchu.
Enjoy a delicious à la carte lunch at the Sumaq Hotel restaurant.
Day 6 | Machu Picchu - Cusco.
Have a morning free to enjoy in Aguas Calientes. Optionally, you can return to Machu Picchu to visit the citadel's attractions. We suggest waking up early to watch the sunrise over the mountain. It's an unforgettable experience! In the afternoon, begin the journey back to Cusco.
Enjoy a delicious set lunch menu at Café Inkaterra while taking in the breathtaking view of the Vilcanota River. The restaurant is known for its unique blend of Andean cuisine and contemporary trends, resulting in a fusion-style meal with a distinctive flavor.
Our transportation service and a representative pick you up at Ollantaytambo station and take you to your hotel in Cusco.
Enjoy dinner at UCHU Steakhouse Cusco.
Day 7 | Cusco
Our guide picks you up to start this walking tour in Coricancha, one of the most important temples in the Inca Empire. Afterwards, check out the Cathedral of Cusco and admire its impressive collection of colonial art and architecture. Finally, immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of San Pedro Market, known for its local produce and handicrafts and at the end, return to the hotel.*You can choose to replace the visit to San Pedro Market with Casa Concha. The Casa Concha museum is an old colonial house with a collection of Inca pieces from Machu Picchu.
Enjoy a half-day horseback ride around Cusco on a Peruvian Criollo horse, a breed traditionally known for its resilience, agility, and adaptability to the Peruvian terrain. This two-and-a-half-hour ride offers panoramic mountain views and an authentic immersion into Peruvian culture. Please note that visiting archaeological sites is not permitted during the horseback ride.
Enjoy a delightful dinner and cosmopolitan cuisine at Cicciolina, a restaurant combining Mediterranean traditions with local ingredients. They serve hearty, homestyle dishes in a cozy atmosphere.
Day 8 | Cusco | Free day.
Day 9 | Cusco | Departure
Price per person in US$ for 2024 for 2 people with private services:
Day 2 | Lima | City tour
Our guide will pick you up from your hotel to begin your Historic Center of Lima tour. You'll start by visiting the Aliaga House, a colonial mansion with over 5 centuries of history, considered the oldest house in the Americas. Then, you'll explore the Plaza Mayor, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where you can visit the imposing Lima Cathedral. Finally, you'll visit the Larco Museum, located in the traditional district of Pueblo Libre. The museum boasts a comprehensive collection of pre-Hispanic gold and silver objects and a selection of erotic art pieces.
Our transportation service picks you up from your hotel and takes you to the selected restaurant. Once you finish your meal, we will take you back to your hotel.
Enjoy a delicious three-course lunch menu at Café del Museo Larco restaurant.
Our transportation service and a representative pick you up from your hotel and take you to the selected restaurant. Once you finish your meal, we will take you back to your hotel.
Enjoy a five-course dinner at the Hotel B restaurant in Barranco. The gastronomy at Hotel B is known for its focus on fresh, high-quality ingredients, offering a variety of local and international dishes in an elegant setting.
- One night's accommodation in Lima at selected hotel, breakfast and lunch, dinner included.
Day 3 | Lima - Cusco - Sacred Valley
Our transportation service with an English-speaking driver will pick you up from your selected hotel and take you to Jorge Chávez International Airport in Lima.
Domestic flight from Lima to Cusco.
A vehicle will pick you up from the airport and take you to your hotel in Urubamba. Along the way, visit the Living Museum of Yucay, which is actually a center of interpretation of the Andean traditions, with demonstrations of elaboration of textile work, adobe crafts, ceramics and silverware with the use of the same ancient Inca techniques. In the place live alpacas, llamas and sheep, which you can see up close and even feed. When finished, continue until you reach your hotel in the heart of the Sacred Valley. A vehicle will pick you up from the airport and take you to your hotel in Urubamba. Along the way, visit the Living Museum of Yucay, which is actually a center of interpretation of the Andean traditions, with demonstrations of elaboration of textile work, adobe crafts, ceramics and silverware with the use of the same ancient Inca techniques. In the place live alpacas, llamas and sheep, which you can see up close and even feed. When finished, continue until you reach your hotel in the heart of the Sacred Valley.
Live a unique experience for couples: the Inca wedding blessing. This ceremony, held at the Live Museum of Yucay, consists of an offering with coca leaf, considered sacred to the Incas, Andean instrumental music, typical clothing for the bride and groom and Andean appetizers. The ceremony is conducted by a shaman who will bless the couple with the Andean energy.
Day 4 | Sacred Valley
tour Maras & Moray. Then enjoy an impressive gastronomic celebration prepared by renowned chefs Pedro Miguel Schiaffino and Nacho Solis at Rancho Wayra. In addition to savoring exquisite Peruvian cuisine, you can also experience a Peruvian Paso horse show to the rhythm of the marinera dance in a cozy atmosphere.
- One night's accommodation in Urubamba at selected hotel, breakfast and lunch included.
Day 5 | Sacred Valley - tour Machu Picchu.
Enjoy a delicious à la carte lunch at the Sumaq Hotel restaurant.
- One night's accommodation in Machu Picchu at selected hotel, breakfast and lunch included.
Day 6 | Machu Picchu - Cusco.
Have a morning free to enjoy in Aguas Calientes. Optionally, you can return to Machu Picchu to visit the citadel's attractions. We suggest waking up early to watch the sunrise over the mountain. It's an unforgettable experience! In the afternoon, begin the journey back to Cusco.
Enjoy a delicious set lunch menu at Café Inkaterra while taking in the breathtaking view of the Vilcanota River. The restaurant is known for its unique blend of Andean cuisine and contemporary trends, resulting in a fusion-style meal with a distinctive flavor.
Our transportation service and a representative pick you up at Ollantaytambo station and take you to your hotel in Cusco.
Enjoy dinner at UCHU Steakhouse Cusco.
- One night's accommodation in Cusco at selected hotel, breakfast and lunch, dinner included.
Day 7 | Cusco
Our guide picks you up to start this walking tour in Coricancha, one of the most important temples in the Inca Empire. Afterwards, check out the Cathedral of Cusco and admire its impressive collection of colonial art and architecture. Finally, immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of San Pedro Market, known for its local produce and handicrafts and at the end, return to the hotel.*You can choose to replace the visit to San Pedro Market with Casa Concha. The Casa Concha museum is an old colonial house with a collection of Inca pieces from Machu Picchu.
Enjoy a half-day horseback ride around Cusco on a Peruvian Criollo horse, a breed traditionally known for its resilience, agility, and adaptability to the Peruvian terrain. This two-and-a-half-hour ride offers panoramic mountain views and an authentic immersion into Peruvian culture. Please note that visiting archaeological sites is not permitted during the horseback ride.
Enjoy a delightful dinner and cosmopolitan cuisine at Cicciolina, a restaurant combining Mediterranean traditions with local ingredients. They serve hearty, homestyle dishes in a cozy atmosphere.
- One night's accommodation in Cusco at selected hotel, breakfast and dinner included.
Day 8 | Cusco | Free day.
Day 9 | Cusco | Departure
Price per person in US$ for 2024 for 2 people with private services:
Comfort hotels - $1950
Standard hotels - $2000
Superior hotels - $2096
First Class hotels - $2207
Luxury hotels - $2765
Standard hotels - $2000
Superior hotels - $2096
First Class hotels - $2207
Luxury hotels - $2765
9 Day Family Journey
DAY 1 | ARRIVAL IN LIMA
Transfer to hotel. In the afternoon, visit the Magic Water Circuit of Lima, a modern fountain system (certified as the largest in the world by the Guinness World Records) built in La Exposicion Park. The fountain system attracts crowds during summer and winter, consolidating it as one of the new attractions of Lima. After the tour, return to your hotel.
DAY 2 | LIMA / PALOMINO ISLANDS
In the morning, a transportation service picks you up from your hotel and takes you to the Yacht Club del Callao. From there, set sail for the Palomino Islands, located off the Constitutional Province of Callao Coast. The Palomino Islands are a unique ecosystem home to an extraordinary array of sea lions and local and migratory birds. Due to the lack of predators, you can dive nearby and in complete harmony with sea lions and penguins. Finally, the return journey will include visiting the islets and sightings of guano birds, as well as the second-largest colony of Humboldt penguins in Peru, while you enjoy a snack on board.
DAY 3 | LIMA - CUSCO - SACRED VALLEY AND LIVING MUSEUM OF YUCAY
A vehicle will take you to the airport in Lima to take your flight to Cusco. Once in the Imperial City, a transport will transfer you to your hotel in Sacred Valley. On the way, visit the Living Museum of Yucay, an Andean traditions interpretation centre with demonstrations of the production of textile work, adobe, pottery and silverware, following the techniques used by the ancestors. Also, residents of the museum include llamas, sheep and alpacas, and they can be fed!
DAY 4 | SACRED VALLEY/ MARAS & MORAY - OLLANTAYTAMBO
Head, crossing the Sacred Valley, to the Moray archaeological site. As with many Inca sites, its exact purpose remains a mystery, although its concentric circular terraces design suggests that each level had a different microclimate. Continue to Maras, where the salt lagoons create a stunning scene. The thousands of small ponds provide jobs and help feed many local families. In Inca times, the salt deposits were an important economic centre of great value to the imperial economy. Finally, start your tour of the town of Ollantaytambo. Appreciate the Andean essence breathed in the place while walking among its streets -which still maintain Inca urban planning, and are inhabited since then- and climb the iconic fortress, built next to the mountain. After the walk, enjoy a delicious lunch enlivened with a show of horses passing before returning to your hotel to rest full of the Inca spirit.
DAY 5 | SACRED VALLEY - HORSEBACK RIDING
This day, we will see the Paso Horse up close, a Peruvian symbol of singular stride, that earns them a spot in the traditional Peruvian marinera dance. After a brief training session, and putting on our Peruvian hats or horse riding helmets, we will get on the horse’s back to saunter across the enticing trails of the Sacred Valley, during a three-hour ride. Enjoy lunch at Casa Hacienda Huayoccari, owned by the Lambarri Orihuela family. This place captivates with its extensive collection of ceramics, paintings, and photographs celebrating popular and colonial art. Surrounded by eucalyptus trees and other native species, the hacienda offers a naturally and culturally enriching environment.
DAY 6 | SACRED VALLEY - AGUAS CALIENTES - MACHU PICCHU
A transportation service will pick you up and transfer you to the Ollantaytambo Station to board the train to Aguas Calientes, the nearest town to Machu Picchu. Take the train to Aguas Calientes, travel observing the Andean landscapes during a journey of an hour and a half. Our guide will be waiting for you and will accompany you until the departure point of the bus. Afterwards, take a bus for the 25-minute journey up to Machu Picchu, known as the "Lost city of the Incas".
After completing the tour, you will take the bus to Aguas Calientes, where you will enjoy lunch at your selected restaurant.
*Lunch time could vary depending on the entrance to the citadel.
*Due to the citadel’s limited capacity, we recommend that you confirm your booking as soon as possible to proceed with the tickets purchase. Tickets are subject to availability.
DAY 7 | AGUAS CALIENTES - CUSCO - VISIT TO PLANETARIUM CUSCO
Today, you can optionally return to Machu Picchu. You may discover the views from Huayna Picchu, which is about 360 metres above Machu Picchu with an underground temple complex; and from Inti Punku, which offers even better views from about 390 metres above the citadel. Another option is the Inca Bridge, a secret military trail, which controls access to the citadel. In the afternoon, transfer to the Aguas Calientes station and take the train back to Ollantaytambo station. From here you will be transferred to your hotel in Cusco.
During the afternoon you will visit the Planetarium Cusco. This is a center of cultural interpretation on Inca astronomy, astronomical observatory and a beautiful place surrounded by nature, all in one experience. Upon arrival, you will have a talk about Inca astronomy and then a virtual projection of the southern sky in the Dome, where you will see the constellations. Finally, you will participate in an observation activity with a telescope.
DAY 8 | CUSCO – CUSCO CITY TOUR & SACSAYHUAMAN & CHOCOLATE WORKSHOP
Start your journey towards the impressive Sacsayhuamán Fortress, the site of the iconic Inti Raymi, the Festival of the Sun, celebrated every June 24th, and enjoy panoramic views of Cusco city. Next, descend to San Blas, one of the most emblematic neighborhoods in Cusco, known for its prestigious artisan workshops and for having been inhabited by Incan nobility. Continue to explore the main temple of the city of Cusco, known as the Cathedral Basilica of the Virgin of the Assumption. Finish at Coricancha, known as the Temple of the Sun, built by the Inca Pachacútec. Upon the arrival of the Spanish, it became the foundation for the construction of the Convent of Santo Domingo. During the Incan era, it was a place of worship for the sun (known as Inti) and was filled with gold artifacts.
Join a fascinating chocolate-making workshop at the Chocomuseo. For two hours, learn every step of the chocolate production process, from cacao harvesting to transforming it into a delicious product, and discover Peru's rich history of chocolate production. During the workshop, you may use dark and milk chocolate and can choose to prepare either cacao tea or hot chocolate. This experience is shared with other participants, allowing you to enjoy an interactive and enriching experience.
DAY 9 | INTERNATIONAL DEPARTURE
A vehicle will take you to the airport in Cusco to board your departure flight.
Price per person in US$ for 2025:
Transfer to hotel. In the afternoon, visit the Magic Water Circuit of Lima, a modern fountain system (certified as the largest in the world by the Guinness World Records) built in La Exposicion Park. The fountain system attracts crowds during summer and winter, consolidating it as one of the new attractions of Lima. After the tour, return to your hotel.
- Overnight at the selected hotel in Lima
DAY 2 | LIMA / PALOMINO ISLANDS
In the morning, a transportation service picks you up from your hotel and takes you to the Yacht Club del Callao. From there, set sail for the Palomino Islands, located off the Constitutional Province of Callao Coast. The Palomino Islands are a unique ecosystem home to an extraordinary array of sea lions and local and migratory birds. Due to the lack of predators, you can dive nearby and in complete harmony with sea lions and penguins. Finally, the return journey will include visiting the islets and sightings of guano birds, as well as the second-largest colony of Humboldt penguins in Peru, while you enjoy a snack on board.
- Overnight at the selected hotel in Lima on a bed and breakfast basis.
DAY 3 | LIMA - CUSCO - SACRED VALLEY AND LIVING MUSEUM OF YUCAY
A vehicle will take you to the airport in Lima to take your flight to Cusco. Once in the Imperial City, a transport will transfer you to your hotel in Sacred Valley. On the way, visit the Living Museum of Yucay, an Andean traditions interpretation centre with demonstrations of the production of textile work, adobe, pottery and silverware, following the techniques used by the ancestors. Also, residents of the museum include llamas, sheep and alpacas, and they can be fed!
- Overnight at the selected hotel in Sacred Valley on a bed and breakfast basis.
DAY 4 | SACRED VALLEY/ MARAS & MORAY - OLLANTAYTAMBO
Head, crossing the Sacred Valley, to the Moray archaeological site. As with many Inca sites, its exact purpose remains a mystery, although its concentric circular terraces design suggests that each level had a different microclimate. Continue to Maras, where the salt lagoons create a stunning scene. The thousands of small ponds provide jobs and help feed many local families. In Inca times, the salt deposits were an important economic centre of great value to the imperial economy. Finally, start your tour of the town of Ollantaytambo. Appreciate the Andean essence breathed in the place while walking among its streets -which still maintain Inca urban planning, and are inhabited since then- and climb the iconic fortress, built next to the mountain. After the walk, enjoy a delicious lunch enlivened with a show of horses passing before returning to your hotel to rest full of the Inca spirit.
- Overnight at the selected hotel in Sacred Valley on a bed and breakfast basis. Lunch included.
DAY 5 | SACRED VALLEY - HORSEBACK RIDING
This day, we will see the Paso Horse up close, a Peruvian symbol of singular stride, that earns them a spot in the traditional Peruvian marinera dance. After a brief training session, and putting on our Peruvian hats or horse riding helmets, we will get on the horse’s back to saunter across the enticing trails of the Sacred Valley, during a three-hour ride. Enjoy lunch at Casa Hacienda Huayoccari, owned by the Lambarri Orihuela family. This place captivates with its extensive collection of ceramics, paintings, and photographs celebrating popular and colonial art. Surrounded by eucalyptus trees and other native species, the hacienda offers a naturally and culturally enriching environment.
- Overnight at the selected hotel in Sacred Valley on a bed and breakfast basis. Lunch included.
DAY 6 | SACRED VALLEY - AGUAS CALIENTES - MACHU PICCHU
A transportation service will pick you up and transfer you to the Ollantaytambo Station to board the train to Aguas Calientes, the nearest town to Machu Picchu. Take the train to Aguas Calientes, travel observing the Andean landscapes during a journey of an hour and a half. Our guide will be waiting for you and will accompany you until the departure point of the bus. Afterwards, take a bus for the 25-minute journey up to Machu Picchu, known as the "Lost city of the Incas".
After completing the tour, you will take the bus to Aguas Calientes, where you will enjoy lunch at your selected restaurant.
*Lunch time could vary depending on the entrance to the citadel.
*Due to the citadel’s limited capacity, we recommend that you confirm your booking as soon as possible to proceed with the tickets purchase. Tickets are subject to availability.
- Overnight at the selected hotel in Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu town) on a bed and breakfast basis. Lunch included.
DAY 7 | AGUAS CALIENTES - CUSCO - VISIT TO PLANETARIUM CUSCO
Today, you can optionally return to Machu Picchu. You may discover the views from Huayna Picchu, which is about 360 metres above Machu Picchu with an underground temple complex; and from Inti Punku, which offers even better views from about 390 metres above the citadel. Another option is the Inca Bridge, a secret military trail, which controls access to the citadel. In the afternoon, transfer to the Aguas Calientes station and take the train back to Ollantaytambo station. From here you will be transferred to your hotel in Cusco.
During the afternoon you will visit the Planetarium Cusco. This is a center of cultural interpretation on Inca astronomy, astronomical observatory and a beautiful place surrounded by nature, all in one experience. Upon arrival, you will have a talk about Inca astronomy and then a virtual projection of the southern sky in the Dome, where you will see the constellations. Finally, you will participate in an observation activity with a telescope.
- Overnight at the selected hotel in Cusco on a bed and breakfast basis.
DAY 8 | CUSCO – CUSCO CITY TOUR & SACSAYHUAMAN & CHOCOLATE WORKSHOP
Start your journey towards the impressive Sacsayhuamán Fortress, the site of the iconic Inti Raymi, the Festival of the Sun, celebrated every June 24th, and enjoy panoramic views of Cusco city. Next, descend to San Blas, one of the most emblematic neighborhoods in Cusco, known for its prestigious artisan workshops and for having been inhabited by Incan nobility. Continue to explore the main temple of the city of Cusco, known as the Cathedral Basilica of the Virgin of the Assumption. Finish at Coricancha, known as the Temple of the Sun, built by the Inca Pachacútec. Upon the arrival of the Spanish, it became the foundation for the construction of the Convent of Santo Domingo. During the Incan era, it was a place of worship for the sun (known as Inti) and was filled with gold artifacts.
Join a fascinating chocolate-making workshop at the Chocomuseo. For two hours, learn every step of the chocolate production process, from cacao harvesting to transforming it into a delicious product, and discover Peru's rich history of chocolate production. During the workshop, you may use dark and milk chocolate and can choose to prepare either cacao tea or hot chocolate. This experience is shared with other participants, allowing you to enjoy an interactive and enriching experience.
- Overnight at the selected hotel in Cusco on a bed and breakfast basis.
DAY 9 | INTERNATIONAL DEPARTURE
A vehicle will take you to the airport in Cusco to board your departure flight.
- Breakfast included
Price per person in US$ for 2025:
| Hotel |
Double
|
Triple
|
child w/bed
|
| Comfort |
$1846
|
$1684
|
$1385
|
| Standard |
$1894
|
$1704
|
$1420
|
| Superior |
$2001
|
$1807
|
$1501
|
| First Class |
$2107
|
$1925
|
$1580
|
| Luxury |
$2614
|
$2564
|
$1960
|
| Supp. for private services |
$247
|
$124
|
$185
|
INCLUDED
NOT INCLUDED
- Shared services (unless you pay supplement for private) operated with a guide in Spanish and English.
- accommodations with breakfasts
- some lunches
- First private transfer from the airport to the hotel with a representative in Lima.
- Private transfer from the hotel to the airport with a driver in Lima.
- Private transfers from/to the airport with a representative in Cusco.
- Shared transfers from/ to train station.
- Train to Machu Picchu regular service (Voyager or Expedition). For luxury category, the superior train service (Vistadome or 360).
- All visits indicated in the program. Cusco Tourist Ticket (BTC ticket) included.
NOT INCLUDED
- Expenses of a personal nature, beverages and meals not stated in the program
- Tips for driver and guide
- Additional optional visits
- Mandatory supplementary for special dates like Easter Holidays, Inti Raymi, National Holidays, Christmas and New Year´s mentioned separately.
- International flights to Peru
- Domestic flights (we advise booking the first flights in the morning)
