Transport

Private transfer from Cusco airport Private vehicle to visit the Incas Sacred Valley, Train trip between Ollantaytambo and Aguas Calientes. Economic or Executive class. (inca rail) or Expedition (Peru Rail) Regular local bus for the round trip to the Machu Picchu inca site. from Aguas Calientes. Train trip between Aguas Calientes and Ollantaytambo en Economic or Executive classe (Inca Rail) or Expedition (Peru Rail). Line bus from Ollantaytambo to Cusco Private transfer from the Cusco bus terminal Private transport to the Palccoyo visit. Private transportation Private boat on the lake. Private transport for transfer to Juliaca airport

Others

Train Economic/Executive or Expedition class between Ollantaytambo and Aguas Calientes.The round trip bus to the Machu Picchu inca site from Aguas CalientesClass Expedition Train from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo.The entrance fee to the rainbow mountain.Hotels with category of your choice Transport related to the circuit (bus, train...) Breakfasts (unless otherwise indicated) The meals indicated in the program Entrance fees to particular sites and places included in the circuit (unless otherwise indicated) Payment fees by credit card (Visa, Mastercard, American Express)

Accommodation

Overnight in Cusco - Encantada Boutique Spa Overnight in Aguas Calientes - Ferre Machu Picchu Overnight in Sicuani - Wilkamayu Overnight in Puno - Casa Andina Standard Puno

Guide

Private English-speaking guide for transfer from Cusco airport Private English speaking guide to visit downtown Cusco. English speaking guide for the sacred valley visit. Private English-speaking guide for the visit of Machu Picchu (local guide) Spanish-speaking driver for transfer from Cusco bus terminal English speaking private guide. private guide Private English speaking guide on the lake. Private English-speaking guide for transfer to Juliaca airport

Not included:

Others

The Juliaca/Lima flight on regular lineInternational round trip flight from the country of origin and related taxes Boarding fees at bus terminals (about US$0.50 per trip) Optional excursions indicated Meals (except those included in the program) Count about 8€ per person and per meal Beverages Tips in use Personal expenses Personal insurance

Meals

Breakfasts (unless otherwise indicated) The meals indicated in the program

Flights

International and Domestic Flights are not included.

Optional

- The ascent of Huayna Picchu which is the sugar loaf that can be seen in the background of Machu Picchu’s famous picture. The climb is very steep and physical. The ascent of the Montaña is the other mountain that is located on the Machu Picchu site, behind it. The ascent of Huayna Picchu and Montaña takes place in the morning. - Vistadome train ride (back way) from Machu Picchu to Ollantaytambo

Insurance

Insurance is not included.

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Day 1 Visit Of The Imperial City Of Cusco
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Visit Of The Imperial City Of Cusco

Welcome at the airport and transfer to the hotel accompanied by your guide.

During the day, you’ll explore this renowned imperial city, including the captivating Plaza de Armas. As you wander through its streets, you’ll encounter a testament to the architectural prowess of both the Incas and the Spanish. One highlight of your visit will be the renowned Twelve-Angle Stone, a remarkable Inca construction where stones interlock with astonishing precision, leaving observers with numerous questions and a deep sense of wonder. Visit to the pre columbian art museum in Cusco, which presents pieces from the region to the coastal plains, from 1250 BC to 1532 (date of the Spanish invasion). Next, you will explore the Temple of the Sun, known as Qoricancha in Quechua. Here, you’ll uncover the impressive foundations of the Santo Domingo Monastery, along with the adjacent colonial church. Additionally, you will have the chance to explore Cusco’s bustling central market, San Pedro, where life carries on with vibrancy. This market stands as the city’s most significant, offering a plethora of fruits, vegetables, spices, and flowers.

Lunch at leisure in Cusco

Afternoon at leisure in Cusco.

Meeting at Pisco museum in Cusco: It’s a nice bar where you will learn to prepare the Pisco Sour, the national cocktail, you can create your own version with the different ingredients proposed by the bar, and of course taste your creation. Salud! For the youngest and those who do not drink alcohol, preparation of a cocktail without alcohol

Dinner at leisure in Cusco

Overnight in Cusco.

Guides: Private English speaking guide to visit downtown Cusco.
Day 2 Visit Of The Sacred Valley Of The Inca
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Visit Of The Sacred Valley Of The Inca

You will visit Moray, an archaeological site featuring concentric circular terraces. Your tour will then take you to the Maras Salt Flats, a captivating contrast nestled in the heart of the valley.

Lunch at leisure in Urubamba

Next, you will embark on a visit to the Ollantaytambo Fortress. This final Inca stronghold’s geographical and strategic location allowed the Incas to resist the Spanish conquest, making it a site of great historical significance.

Train trip to Aguas Calientes (about 1h40).

Dinner at leisure in Aguas Calientes

Overnight in Aguas Calientes.

Note :

Travel time: Cusco/Moray: 1h20; Moray/Maras: 30 min; Maras/Ollantaytambo: 50 min

Only small bags are allowed in the train (maximum 5kg).

Your main luggage must be kept in your hotel storage in Cusco or in the Sacred Valley.

Transportation: Private vehicle to visit the Incas Sacred Valley,

Train trip between Ollantaytambo and Aguas Calientes. Economic or Executive class. (inca rail) or Expedition (Peru Rail)

Guides: English speaking guide for the sacred valley visit.
Day 3 Machu Picchu
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Machu Picchu

You will take the bus to go towards the Inca site.

Machu Picchu was rediscovered in 1911 by the American explorer and archaeologist Hiram Bingham. A dream destination for every traveler, is a legend that has not yet revealed all its mysteries. The citadel continues to enchant and captivate visitors in search of its magic. Its geographical location bestows upon it an audacious and enchanting beauty. The site’s division into several districts and the geographical challenges of the region underscore the magnificence and ingenuity of the Inca civilization. Many mysteries remain to be unraveled.

Return by bus to Aguas Calientes (about 20 min)

Lunch at leisure

Train departure to Ollantaytambo (about 1h40).

Bus from Ollantaytambo station to Cusco.

Transfer to your hotel (Spanish-speaking driver only) (Duration: 15 min).

Dinner at leisure in Cusco

Overnight in Cusco.

Options :

In addition to the entrance to Machu Picchu, we offer:

The ascent of Huayna Picchu which is the sugar loaf that can be seen in the background of Machu Picchu’s famous picture. The climb is very steep and physical.

The ascent of the Montaña is the other mountain that is located on the Machu Picchu site, behind it. The ascent of Huayna Picchu and Montaña takes place in the morning.

Note :

Visit of the site with a private English-speaking guide (about 2 hours). Attention, the Cusco / Aguas Calientes round trips (trains + buses) are unaccompanied. Meeting with your guide at the entrance of the site.

Train return schedule: usually at 19:00 hours (Inca Rail) or at 18:45 (Peru Rail). Sometimes at 14:30 p.m. if available (for other train schedule and services: on request.)

Transportation : Regular local bus for the round trip to the Machu Picchu inca site. from Aguas Calientes.

Train trip between Aguas Calientes and Ollantaytambo en Economic or Executive classe (Inca Rail) or Expedition (Peru Rail).

Line bus from Ollantaytambo to Cusco

Private transfer from the Cusco bus terminal

Guides and staff: Private English-speaking guide for the visit of Machu Picchu (local guide)

Transportation: Spanish-speaking driver for transfer from Cusco bus terminal
Day 4 Visit To Palccoyo (Mountain Of Seven Colours)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Visit To Palccoyo (Mountain Of Seven Colours)

The Palccoyo colorful mountain, less known and consequently less touristy, is located in the same valley as Vinicunca mountain. An ideal spot for hikers to admire the layers of minerals that create a spectacular array of colors on the mountain slopes. Along the way, you won’t fail to marvel at the "stone forest". Then, visit Checacupe village. After having noticed its 17th century colonial church, and the recently renovated colonial bridge, you will visit the Inca bridge made of braided ropes.

Lunch included on the route.

Afterward, you will take the road to the sacred valley.

Dinner at leisure in the Sacred Valley

Overnight in sacred valley.

Note :

- Total time Sicuani/Palccoyo/Valley without visits: approximately 5 hours. The time will depend on the location of your hotel in the Sacred Valley.

- Also possible to go to Vinicunca instead of Palccoyo.

- Attention: For this excursion, the effort is intense due to the lack of oxygen. For an optimal experience, acclimatization to over 3500 meters is highly recommended before the excursion.

Transportation: Private vehicle for the Palccoyo visit.

Guides and staff: Private English speaking guide for the Palccoyo visit.
Day 5 A Unique Route Between Sicuani And Puno By Kanamarca And Tinajani
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

A Unique Route Between Sicuani And Puno By Kanamarca And Tinajani

You will traverse unusual paths, passing through the villages of Cabanilla and Lampa until reaching the Tinajani Canyon. During the visit to the canyon, you can admire over 200 hectares of stunning rock formations created over a million years ago. Continuation of the journey to the village of Ayaviri.

Lunch included in Ayaviri

Visit of Kanamarca (3950m): An pre-Inca archaeological site, belonging to the K’ana culture. Its strategic location and connection to key historical events make it a place of great importance for understanding the rich cultural heritage of the region.

Afterwards, you will take the route towards Sicuani.

Dinner included in Sicuani

Overnight in Sicuani.

Note :

- Total route time without visits : About 6 hours

- Puno-Tinajani : 2h / Tinajani-Kanamarca : 2h30 / Kanamarca-Sicuani : 2h

- If you are vegetarian or do not like mutton, we will plan a box lunch.

Transportation: Private transportation between Puno and Sicuani

Guides and staff: Private English speaking guide between Puno and Sicuani
Day 6 Visit Of Titinos Et Taquile
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Visit Of Titinos Et Taquile

You will start your exploration of Lake Titicaca by visiting the Titinos Island, which consists of islands constructed from woven aquatic plants reinforced with lake reeds known as ’totora.’ Next, you will board a boat to reach Taquile Island. Taquile is a serene island with lush green hills that beautifully contrast with the deep blue waters of Lake Titicaca. Here, you will delve into the customs of the island’s inhabitants, renowned for their high-quality textile tradition.

Lunch at leisure in Taquile.

Transfer to Puno.

Transfer to your hotel (duration: 10 min).

Dinner at leisure in Puno.

Overnight in Puno.

Transportation: Private boat on the lake.

Guides and staff: Private English speaking guide on the lake.
Day 7 Puno / Juliaca / Lima
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Puno / Juliaca / Lima

Depending on the time of the national flight, departure from Puno by private vehicle accompanied by your guide to Juliaca airport.

Flight between Juliaca and Lima (Duration 1h35 approximately).

End of your journey.

Transportation: Private transport for transfer to Juliaca airport

Guides and staff: Private English-speaking guide for transfer to Juliaca airport

Internal flights: Juliaca/Lima flight on regular line (not included)

7 days tour

Andean Getaway

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Itinerary of your trip Andean Getaway

Visit Of The Imperial City Of Cusco

Visit Of The Sacred Valley Of The Inca

Machu Picchu

Visit To Palccoyo (Mountain Of Seven Colours)

A Unique Route Between Sicuani And Puno By Kanamarca And Tinajani

Visit Of Titinos Et Taquile

Puno / Juliaca / Lima

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