Cusco express

TRIP OVERVIEW

This program will allow you to discover to the maximum in a short time the city of Cusco; ancient capital of the Inca empire; with a temperate climate and an altitude of 3,400m this city offers us the opportunity to learn much of the history of Peru.

In our visit we will be able to know the main streets and archaeological sites and finally you will be able to enjoy the impressive beauty of Machupicchu through a tour of intentional rhythm.

HIGHLIGHTS

  • Stroll through the ancient Inca streets to the mysterious Temple of the Sun.
  • Wander around the sacred altars of Qenqo.
  • View the landscapes of the Peruvian Andes while traveling by train.
  • Learn about the history of the Inca people that once lived in Machu Picchu.
  • Explore las ruinas incas de Machu Picchu a su propio ritmo.
  • Unearth the riches of the Inca Empire with a fascinating and thought-provoking tour

DESTINATIONS

ITINERARY

DAY 1 – CUSCO

ARRIVAL IN CUSCO

We welcome you upon arrival at the international airport of Cusco, the reception is in charge of our staff for your transfer to the Hotel, where an aromatic coca tea that stimulates altitude will be served.

Ready in the afternoon we dedicate ourselves to visit the Inca capital. We start with the tour of the city, the Plaza de Armas, the Cathedral, which has paintings from the Cuzqueña school and many treasures of jewelry, silver and precious stones, then we go 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 hilltop overlooking the city of Cusco. The huge stones of the outer walls of the complex were carved and joined with precision some of these stones exceed 09 feet / 10 feet high and weigh more than 120 tons.

At night you will have the option to visit the city of Cusco with its beautiful and very traditional streets from the Inca times and colonial contrast.

  • MEALS: None
  • OVERNIGHT: Cusco
DAY 2 – MACHUPICCHU

CUSCO- MACHUPICCHU- CUSCO

Today we are going to realize the dream of a lifetime.

Ready for the adventure, at the indicated time we will leave with mobility towards the train station (San Pedro, Poroy or Ollantaytambo), where we will board the train towards the town of Aguas Calientes, appreciating the wonderful landscape full of vegetation. , flora, green mountains and the Urubamba River.

Upon arrival our guide will wait for you, and you will go to board the bus to ascend 400 m in height until you reach the incredible wonder of the world “The sacred city of the Incas” Machupicchu, passing the main control the visit considered as a jewel of architecture Inca: with square neighborhoods, royal houses, extensive agricultural areas, roads and observatories surrounded by exuberant semi-tropical vegetation and rediscovered on July 24, 1911 by the North American explorer Hiram Bingham.

After the visit, we return to the town of Aguas Calientes, you will have free time to then take the train service to (San Pedro, Poroy or Ollantaytambo) and from there by transportation to Cusco.

  • MEALS: Breakfast
  • OVERNIGHT: Cusco
DAY 3 – RETURN HOME

CUSCO- RETURN HOME

The last day in the city of Cusco; After breakfast you will have free time to do some shopping for souvenirs and more, at the agreed time we will transfer you to the airport and say goodbye to all our work team.

  • MEALS: Breakfast

End of our services.

INCLUYED

  • Assistance at airports.
  • Activities and excursions mentioned in the program.
  • Private and collective ground transportation according to the program.
  • Tourist train to Machupicchu (Executive Class).
  • Local bilingual guides (Spanish / English).
  • Tickets to the different places of visits mentioned in the program.
  • Food mentioned in the program (02 breakfasts)
  • 02 nights of accommodation mentioned in the program in double accommodation (02 people).

NOT INCLUYED

  • Excursions not indicated.
  • International flights.
  • Travel insurance.
  • Food not indicated in the program.
  • Single room supplement (01 person).
  • Tips for guides, drivers, buttons, waiters, etc.
  • Any item not specifically listed 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.
  •   Visas required.
  •   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 $ 55 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.
  • o 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.

PRICE

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