Package Cultural Cusco | Peru Vip Travel

TRIP OVERVIEW

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This program invites you to discover the ancient capital of the Inca empire; it begins in the city of Cusco with a temperate climate at an altitude of 3400 meters above sea level, we will visit Moray an ancient and wonderful Inca biological laboratory, we will enter the Sacred Valley where the Inca settlements are located as checkpoints before entering the “Inca Trail” that will lead us to the citadel of Machupicchu.
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HIGHLIGHTS

Discover the Cathedral of Cusco, Qoricancha Museum.
Explore the majestic Inca site of Sacsayhuaman and its imposing constructions.
Enjoy panoramic views of the snow-capped mountains of Chicón and Pitusiray.
Explore the salt mine “Maras” and biological laboratory “Moray”.
Admire the Incan architecture in Ollantaytambo.
Travel to Machu Picchu to see the constructions of the Lost City of the Incas.

DESTINATIONS

QORICANCHA

SAL MINES

OLLANTAYTAMBO

MACHUPICCHU

DAY 1: CITY TOUR

Arrival to Cusco – City Tour

We welcome you upon arrival at Cusco’s international airport, where our staff will be in charge of your transfer to the hotel. Upon arrival at the hotel, we will offer you a comforting coca tea, known for its stimulating properties that help you acclimatize to the altitude.

In the afternoon, we will immerse ourselves in the rich history of the Inca capital. We will begin by exploring the Plaza de Armas and the majestic Cathedral, home to valuable paintings of the Cuzco school and treasures of jewels, silver and precious stones. Then, we will head to the Convent of Santo Domingo, Temple of the Sun or Q’oricancha.

The excursion continues outside the city to visit the Inca complexes of Q’enqo and the impressive Sacsayhuaman Fortress, strategically built on the summit overlooking the city of Cusco. The enormous stones of the outer walls of the complex were carved and joined with precision, some of these stones exceed 09 feet in height and weigh over 120 tons.

In the evening, you will have the option to explore the city of Cusco with its picturesque streets, steeped in tradition from the Inca and colonial period, offering an enchanting contrast.

MEALS: None

OVERNIGHT: Cusco

DAY 2: SALT MINES & MORAY

CUSCO- MORAY & SALT MINES- CUSCO

Our exciting adventure in Cusco continues. Today we will head to the charming village of Maras, located 52 km from the city of Cusco, in the province of Urubamba. Here you will find the most important salt mines in the region, exploited since Inca times until today.

We will continue exploring the amazing Inca laboratory “Moray”, located at 3500 meters above sea level. In this place, you will discover circular terraces of different sizes, a true testimony of the ingenuity of the Inca civilization.

To end the day, we will visit the picturesque village of Chinchero. Here, we will witness a fascinating weaving demonstration by the women of the community, using ancestral techniques.

Around 14:00 pm, we will begin our return to the city of Cusco.

MEALS: Breakfast | Lunch
OVERNIGHT: Cusco

DAY 3: SACRED VALLEY

CUSCO – SACRED VALLEY – CUSCO

Today we explore the ‘Sacred Valley of the Incas’, after enjoying breakfast, we begin our exploration with a brief stop at the Taray viewpoint, from where we will enjoy a breathtaking panoramic view of the Valley. We will continue exploring the fascinating archaeological center of Pisac, followed by a visit to its vibrant handicraft market, where you will have the opportunity to purchase some pieces from local artisans.

We will delight in an exquisite buffet lunch in Urubamba, prepared with fresh ingredients indigenous to the Sacred Valley, before continuing on to the imposing fortress of Ollantaytambo. This place was built as a bastion to guard the access to this region and to protect against possible incursions of the indigenous peoples of the jungle.

We will take a charming walk through the streets of the town, where the traces of the ancient military, religious and cultural center from the time of the Inca Empire are still preserved. An experience that will immerse us in the rich history of this land.

Then, we will return to Cusco, taking with us the unique memories of this trip.

MEALS: Breakfast | Lunch
OVERNIGHT: Cusco

DAY 4: MACHUPICCHU

CUSCO – MACHUPICCHU – CUSCO

Today, we will embark on the realization of a lifelong dream.
After a delicious breakfast in the morning we will be ready for this exciting adventure, we will depart at the appointed time to the train station (San Pedro, Poroy or Ollantaytambo).

We will board the train to the charming town of Aguas Calientes, enjoying an impressive landscape, full of vegetation, flora, green mountains and the Urubamba River.

Upon arrival, our guide Machu Picchu will be waiting for you, and together we will board the bus that will take us to the Machu Picchu checkpoint for a 30 minute ride, on the way we will have spectacular views of mountains and the Urubamba River, which forms a deep canyon.

You will enjoy a first view of the sanctuary, together with our guide we will immerse ourselves in the history, architecture and mysteries of Machu Picchu during a tour of approximately 2 hours, visiting its highlights such as the Intihuatana, the temple of the Condor among others. We will have free time to explore on our own and immerse ourselves in the unique energy of this wonder.

After the enriching visit, we will take the bus back to the town of Aguas Calientes to enjoy lunch (not included).

To conclude this unique experience, we will board the train to Ollantaytambo, where our representative will meet us and take us back to our hotel in Cusco. This quiet and comfortable closing marks the end of a day full of discoveries in the majestic Machupicchu.

MEALS: Breakfast
OVERNIGHT: Cusco

DAY 5: HOME RETURN

CUSCO – HOME RETURN

On your last day in the city of Cusco, after enjoying breakfast, you will have free time to shop for souvenirs and explore more. At the appointed time, our team will transfer you to the airport for an emotional farewell.

MEALS: Breakfast

End of our services

INCLUYED

Assistance at the airports.
Activities and excursions mentioned in the program.
Private and collective land transport according to the program.
Tourist train to Machupicchu (Executive Class).
Bilingual local guides (Spanish / English).
Entrance fees to the different places of visits mentioned in the program.
Meals mentioned in the program (04 breakfasts – 02 lunch).
04 nights of accommodation mentioned in the program in double accommodation (02 people).

NOT INCLUYED

Excursions not indicated.
International flights.
Internal flights in Peru.
Travel insurance.
Power not indicated in the program.
Single room supplement (01 person).
Tips for guides, drivers, buttons, waiters, etc.
Any item that is not specifically detailed in our program.

RECOMMENDATIONS

Bring original passport “With expiration date not less than 7 months”.
Student card (current one year) under 25 years.
Waterproof ( long poncho) in rainy season (November to March).
Travel insurance.
Long sleeve shirts for the sun.
Hat / Handkerchief.
Medicine and / or articles for personal use.
Camera or video camera.
Have checks and coins on hand in small denominations soles or dollars.

OTHERS

Huayna Picchu Mountain $ 100 USD per person.
Simple accommodation (01 person) in Hotels (Consult us)
Upgrade to 5 * Hotels (Consult us)
Upgrade to Panoramic train to Machupicchu $ 100. USD per person
Upgrade to Luxury train to Machupicchu $ 950.USD per person
To climb the mountain of Huayna Picchu or Machupicchu mountain, there is a limit of spaces per day, it is recommended to check availability with us and book in advance.
We always do our best to follow the fixed itinerary, however it may change from time to time based on temporary weather and park restrictions, availability, weather, road closures, guest / injury capacity and natural events such as fires and floods.