Upon arrival at Cusco airport, a representative will be waiting to transfer you to your hotel. You will receive orientation about the main attractions and services available in the city, and assistance with your hotel check-in.
PM (1:00 PM – 6:00 PM approx.): In the afternoon, enjoy a guided city tour that includes a visit to the Cathedral and Koricancha (Temple of the Sun), now the Convent of Santo Domingo. Then, head to the outskirts of the city to explore the impressive archaeological sites of Sacsayhuaman (the puma’s head), Q’enqo (the labyrinth – a religious site for worshipping the Earth), Puca Pucara (the red fortress – used for military purposes), and Tambomachay (Temple of Water – a site of water worship).
- Transfer: Cusco Airport – Hotel with Spanish/English assistant.
- Guide: Spanish/English local guide.
- Excursion: City tour & 4 ruins (approx. 4 hours).
- Entry: Cathedral and Qoricancha included.
- Accommodation: Hotel in Cusco
After breakfast at the hotel, you will be picked up at approximately 8:30 AM for a full-day excursion to the Sacred Valley.
The first stop is the town of Pisac, known for its artisan market and Inca archaeological site where you can see an irrigation system, an astronomical observatory, a solar clock or Intiwatana, and impressive agricultural terraces.
You will then enjoy a buffet lunch at a local restaurant before continuing to Ollantaytambo. This archaeological site, built during the Inca period, served as a fortress and features a temple, terraces, and a residential area. Two sectors can be distinguished: one related to worship and religion, and the other for housing. Its walls and towers suggest it was also used for military purposes.
At the end of the tour, you will board a train to Aguas Calientes, where you will spend the night before visiting Machu Picchu the following day.
- Meals: Breakfast and lunch.
- Guide: Spanish/English local guide.
- Excursion: Sacred Valley (approx. 8 hours).
- Entry: Tourist ticket included.
- Train: Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes.
- Accommodation: Hotel in Aguas Calientes
After breakfast at the hotel, you will take an early morning bus to Machu Picchu, the «Lost City of the Incas» — one of the most impressive ancient sites in the world. Overlooking the Urubamba River, Machu Picchu was built in the 15th century at the height of the Inca Empire. Although this citadel was introduced to the world by American historian Hiram Bingham in 1911, locals had long known of its existence.
Its original purpose remains uncertain, as the Incas left no written records. Explore the ruins with your expert local guide and imagine life in this majestic city, perched about 8,000 feet above sea level. In the afternoon, return by train to the city of Cusco. Upon arrival, you’ll be met and transferred to your hotel.
- Meals: Breakfast and lunch.
- Train: Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes – Poroy.
- Bus: Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Aguas Calientes (approx. 20 min).
- Guide: Spanish/English local guide.
- Entry: Machu Picchu Citadel.
- Transfers: Hotel – Train Station – Hotel.
- Accommodation: Hotel in Cusco.
We will pick you up from your hotel in Cusco to visit the village of Maras and the experimental agricultural terraces of Moray. It is believed that the Incas created their own microclimates here to adapt crops to the altitude. Then we will visit the impressive salt mines of Maras — a vast complex of over 3,000 salt ponds. When the salt reaches a thickness of 10 centimeters, it is harvested and distributed to local markets.
Return to Cusco by midday. You will have the afternoon free to stroll around the city. Overnight at your hotel in Cusco.
- Meals: Breakfast.
- Guide: Spanish/English local guide.
- Excursion: Maras & Moray (approx. 5 hours).
- Entry: Tourist ticket included.
- Accommodation: Hotel in Cusco.
Breakfast at the hotel. At the scheduled time, transfer to the Cusco airport for your flight to Lima. (Flight duration: approx. 90 minutes)
- Meals: Breakfast.
- Transfer: Hotel – Cusco Airport with assistant in Spanish/English.
What´s included
General
- Operated with a Spanish or English-speaking guide in group service.
- Cusco city tour and nearby archaeological sites.
- Sacred Valley excursion + buffet lunch.
- Machu Picchu excursion + buffet lunch.
- Maras Moray excursion.
Transportation
- Private airport transfers.
- Private train station transfers.
- Round-trip Expedition or Vistadome train to Machu Picchu.
Accommodation
- 3 nights of accommodation in Cusco. Breakfast included.
- 1 night of accommodation in Aguas Calientes. Breakfast included.
Entrance Fees and Activities
- All entrance tickets mentioned in the program.
Note
- PRICES PER PERSON / EXPRESSED IN US DOLLARS
- CHILD RATE APPLIES FROM 3 TO 11 YEARS OLD
- RATES SUBJECT TO CHANGE AND AVAILABILITY
- PROMOTIONAL RATES FOR CASH PAYMENTS
- APPLIES TO ANDEAN COMMUNITY (ECUADOR, BOLIVIA, COLOMBIA)
What is not included
- Personal expenses, drinks, and meals not explicitly mentioned in the program.
- International flights to/from Peru.
- Domestic flights.
- Reservations must include each passenger’s full name, nationality, passport number, age, and date of birth.
3 Star Economic Hotel (Cusco – Aguas Calientes)
Expedition Train
| Room type | Price |
|---|---|
| Double Room | $657 |
| Triple | $641 |
| Simple | $799 |
Vistadome Train
| Room type | Price |
|---|---|
| Double Room | $718 |
| Triple | $703 |
| Simple | $860 |
Expedition Train
| Room type | Price |
|---|---|
| Double Room | $692 |
| Triple | $685 |
| Simple | $889 |
Vistadome Train
| Room type | Price |
|---|---|
| Double Room | $753 |
| Triple | $746 |
| Simple | $950 |
4 Star Hotel (Cusco – Aguas Calientes)
Expedition Train
| Room type | Price |
|---|---|
| Double Room | $719 |
| Triple | $685 |
| Simple | $943 |
Vistadome Train
| Room type | Price |
|---|---|
| Double Room | $780 |
| Triple | $755 |
| Simple | $1005 |
5 Star Hotel (Cusco – Aguas Calientes)
Expedition Train
| Room type | Price |
|---|---|
| Double Room | $952 |
| Triple | $922 |
| Simple | $1361 |
Vistadome Train
| Room type | Price |
|---|---|
| Double Room | $1014 |
| Triple | $983 |
| Simple | $1422 |
Please bring the same document you presented to the agency, as the train tickets and entrance to Machu Picchu will be issued with this information.
On all train services to and from Machu Picchu, passengers are allowed to carry only hand luggage (backpack, purse, or briefcase) weighing no more than 5kg / 11lb. Your main luggage will be waiting for you at the selected hotel.
Allowed size: 62 linear inches / 157 cm (height + length + width)
Quantity Weight Size (height + length + width) 1 bag or backpack 5kg / 11lb 62″ / 157 cm
Comfortable and light clothing is recommended for visiting coastal areas of Peru, while warm clothing is suggested for the high Andean region. It is not recommended to wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts, or revealing clothing when visiting religious temples or official buildings. Sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.
Please note that check-in at most hotels is from 1:00 p.m. Guests arriving earlier will be subject to room availability and may need to wait in the hotel lobby.
If the tour is canceled due to weather conditions, do I get a refund?
Tour cancellations due to bad weather conditions are not refundable, as they are factors beyond our control.
If my tour is canceled, is the Machu Picchu entrance fee refundable?
According to the latest policy updates from the Decentralized Directorate of Culture of Cusco (DDC), all entrance tickets to Machu Picchu are personal. Therefore, tickets purchased for Machu Picchu are non-reschedulable, non-transferable to another date and/or person, and non-refundable.
For the train trip to Machu Picchu, what should I do with my luggage? Should I leave it at the hotel or take it with me?
The train company that takes you to Machu Picchu does not allow luggage over 5 kg. This means that most people bring a smaller backpack for the day in Aguas Calientes and Machu Picchu. If you’re unsure where your larger luggage will stay during this time, you can leave it at your hotel’s storage in Cusco at no extra cost.
Can I choose my seat number on the train?
Peru Rail and Inca Rail, the companies that operate train services to Machu Picchu, do not allow seat selection. Seat assignments are automatically made by the company’s system.
Which train do you recommend to Machu Picchu: EXPEDITION or VISTADOME?
We generally recommend booking the Expedition/Voyager train for the outbound journey and the panoramic Vistadome/360° train for the return trip. This is mainly because the outbound trains only have early departures, which would mean missing the guided visit to the Ollantaytambo archaeological site.
Is Yellow Fever vaccination mandatory?
The Yellow Fever vaccine is not mandatory for travelers visiting Peru, at least not for those exploring the cultural regions. However, it is an additional precaution, especially since Peru is a tropical country—recommended particularly for trips to the Amazon rainforest.
Is travel insurance mandatory?
Travel insurance is not mandatory, but it is extremely important—especially for tourists planning to visit Peru.
Electrical outlets and voltage in Peru?
The standard voltage in Peru is 230 volts. However, some hotels have outlets with 110 volts, in which case there are transformers that reduce the voltage.
What is the best currency to use in Peru, dollars or soles, and where should I exchange?
Most establishments accept payments in both US dollars and soles (Peru’s currency), making these the most commonly used currencies in the country. Ideally, you should carry some US dollars and a smaller amount of soles for purchases at craft markets, for example. It is recommended to bring US dollars and exchange them in Peru at reliable exchange houses recommended by your travel agency.
What is the weather like in Peru?
The country’s climate is divided into two main seasons: rainy and dry.
The rainy season lasts from November to the end of March, while the dry season runs from April to October. In the Cusco and Machu Picchu region, temperatures vary greatly, but typically the maximum reaches around 24°C (75°F) and the minimum can drop close to 0°C (32°F).
In the Lima region, located on the Peruvian coast, temperatures are higher and range between 12°C (54°F) and 35°C (95°F).
PAYMENT METHODS
The agency requests a 50% deposit of the total cost of the services to be contracted. This deposit can be made through authorized payment systems. The client must pay the balance 15 days prior to arrival in Peru.
All reservation requests will be responded to via the same means within 48 hours at the latest. If you do not receive a response within the indicated timeframe, please contact our phone numbers: +51 989 781698 – +51 958 383038.
OPTION A: BANK TRANSFER
If you want to use this option, remember to increase the deposit amount by $24. This is the fee our bank requires for each transfer.
Account in dollars:
Payments must be made to the following bank account in Lima, PERU:
Name: PERU CREDIT BANK – MIRAFLORES AGENCY
Address: Larco Avenue # 611 MIRAFLORES, LIMA – PERU
Telephone: (+51) 3119898
Account number: 285-90887840-1-63
CCI: 00228519088784016350
Account name: PERU INKAS TOP SAC
SWIFT code: BCPLPEPL
OPTION B: CARD PAYMENTS
We accept all major credit cards: Visa, MasterCard, Diners Club, and American Express. A 3% surcharge will be applied to the final tour amount for credit card payments. A payment link will be issued via We Travel through one of our representatives, allowing you to make the payment securely.
OPTION C: TRANSFER BY WESTERN UNION
With Western Union, you can quickly send and receive money between any agent or branch worldwide. Be sure to request the To Send Money form; send money in US dollars.
Western Union has offices internationally and also online at www.westernunion.com.
If using this method, please send an email confirming the deposit and the Western Union transaction number.
Beneficiary: Jose Luis Naivares Mamani
Address: General Collanta Q-2
Department: Cuzco
Province: Cuzco
District: Cuzco
Telephone: 913851073
Document Type: DNI
Document Number: 70418002
