Upon arrival at Cusco airport, a representative will be waiting to transfer you to your hotel and assist you with the check-in, while giving you a brief orientation about the city’s attractions and available services.
PM (Approx. 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM): In the afternoon, begin your city tour visiting the Cathedral and the Koricancha (Temple of the Sun), now the Convent of Santo Domingo. The tour continues to the outskirts of the city to visit the majestic Sacsayhuaman (head of the puma), Q’enqo (labyrinth) — a religious center dedicated to the Earth, Puca Pucara (reddish place) used for military and administrative purposes, and Tambomachay (water temple), used for water worship and ceremonies. Return transfer to your hotel afterwards.
- Transfer: Cusco Airport – Hotel with Spanish/English assistant.
- Guide: Local Spanish/English-speaking guide.
- Excursion: City Tour & 4 Archaeological Sites (approx. 4 hours).
- Entry: Cathedral and Koricancha included.
- Accommodation: Hotel in Cusco.
Breakfast at the hotel. Around 8:00 AM, you will be picked up from your hotel to begin the full-day excursion to the Sacred Valley.
Visit the town of Pisac, known for its artisan market and impressive Inca archaeological site, which features an irrigation system, an astronomical observatory, a solar clock (Intiwatana), and terraces. Enjoy a buffet lunch at a local restaurant.
Continue to the archaeological complex of Ollantaytambo, built as a fortified area with temples, terraces, and an urban sector. It includes religious, residential, and military areas, as evidenced by its walls and towers.
Finally, visit Chinchero, famous for its colonial church adorned with beautiful Cusqueña school paintings. On Sundays, the traditional market features bartering practices among locals. Return to Cusco. Overnight at the hotel.
- Meals: Breakfast and lunch.
- Guide: Local Spanish/English-speaking guide.
- Excursion: Sacred Valley (approx. 8 hours).
- Entry: Tourist ticket included.
- Accommodation: Hotel in Cusco.
Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning, take the train to Machu Picchu Pueblo and begin the guided tour of 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 “Lost City” was brought to international attention by American historian Hiram Bingham in 1911, locals had long known about its existence. However, its original purpose remains a mystery, as the Incas left no written records. Explore the ruins with your expert local guide, and as you walk through the ancient stone walls, imagine what life may have been like in this majestic citadel, located about 8,000 feet above sea level.
In the afternoon, return by train to Cusco. Upon arrival, reception and transfer to your hotel.
- Meals: Breakfast and lunch.
- Train: Poroy – Aguas Calientes – Poroy.
- Bus: Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Aguas Calientes (approx. 20 minutes).
- Guide: Local Spanish/English-speaking guide.
- Entry: Machu Picchu Citadel included.
- Transfers: Hotel – Train Station – Hotel.
- Accommodation: Hotel in Cusco.
Breakfast at the hotel. At the scheduled time, transfer to the airport to board your flight to Lima (approx. 90 minutes).
- Meals: Breakfast.
- Transfer: Hotel – Cusco Airport with Spanish/English-speaking assistant.
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.
- Machu Picchu excursion.
- 24/7 support and emergency line available during the “Cusco Tradicional” tour.
Transportation
- Private airport transfers.
- Private transfers to/from the train station.
- Expedition or Vistadome train to Machu Picchu round trip.
Accommodation
- 03 nights accommodation in Cusco. Breakfast included.
Tickets and Activities
- All admissions indicated in the itinerary.
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. And card payments
- Special rates for Andean Community (Ecuador, Bolivia, Colombia).
What is not Included
- Personal expenses, drinks, and meals not explicitly mentioned in the itinerary.
- International flights to Peru.
- Domestic flights.
- Reservations must include the full name of each passenger, nationality, passport number, age, and date of birth.
3 Star Economic Hotel (Cusco)
Expedition Train
| Room type | Price |
|---|---|
| Double Room | $605 |
| Triple | $593 |
| Simple | $702 |
Vistadome Train
| Room type | Price |
|---|---|
| Double Room | $666 |
| Triple | $654 |
| Simple | $763 |
3 Star Superior Hotel (Cusco)
Expedition Train
| Room type | Price |
|---|---|
| Double Room | $630 |
| Triple | $623 |
| Simple | $771 |
Vistadome Train
| Room type | Price |
|---|---|
| Double Room | $690 |
| Triple | $683 |
| Simple | $831 |
4 Star Hotel (Cusco)
Expedition Train
| Room type | Price |
|---|---|
| Double Room | $648 |
| Triple | $648 |
| Simple | $807 |
Vistadome Train
| Room type | Price |
|---|---|
| Double Room | $708 |
| Triple | $708 |
| Simple | $868 |
5 Star Hotel (Cusco)
Expedition Train
| Room type | Price |
|---|---|
| Double Room | $770 |
| Triple | $770 |
| Simple | $1017 |
Vistadome Train
| Room type | Price |
|---|---|
| Double Room | $831 |
| Triple | $831 |
| Simple | $1077 |
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 only allowed to carry hand luggage (backpack, purse, or briefcase) on the train, with a maximum weight of 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 the 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 clothes 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 have 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
