Day 1 Arrival in Cusco and Acclimatization
Warm reception upon your arrival in Cusco and transfer to your hotel. The first day is dedicated to resting and gradually adjusting to the high Andean altitude. Enjoy a relaxing afternoon at your own pace exploring the cobblestone streets and historic plazas.
Day 2 Historical Cusco City Tour (Starts at 1:10 PM)
Enjoy a free morning to rest or explore at your own pace. At 1:10 PM we begin our guided tour through the most iconic historical and archaeological sites of the Inca capital. Visit the Cusco Cathedral and the Qorikancha temple before exploring the monumental stone structures of Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Puka Pukara, and the water fountains of Tambomachay.
Day 3 Sacred Valley, Pisac, Ollantaytambo, and Train to Aguas Calientes
Journey through the breathtaking landscapes of the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Explore the impressive archaeological site of Pisac and its vibrant artisan market, followed by a buffet lunch highlighting local cuisine in Urubamba. In the afternoon, visit the monumental Inca fortress of Ollantaytambo before boarding the scenic train to Aguas Calientes.
Day 4 Guided Tour of Machu Picchu and Return to Cusco
Bus ride from Aguas Calientes up to the iconic Inca citadel of Machu Picchu. Enjoy a two-to-three-hour guided tour structured according to your reserved circuit and entry schedule, exploring the temples, agricultural terraces, and sacred stone architecture. Following the tour, descend by bus to Aguas Calientes for lunch. In the afternoon, board the train back to Ollantaytambo, where tourist transportation will be waiting to take you directly to your hotel in Cusco.
Day 5 Chinchero, Traditional Textile Center, Moray, and Maras Salt Mines
Morning excursion starting at the picturesque village and archaeological complex of Chinchero. Visit an artisan textile center to discover ancient techniques of spinning, natural dyeing with local plants, and hand weaving. Proceed to the extraordinary circular agricultural terraces of Moray, concluding the tour at the ancient salt pans of Maras before returning to Cusco.
Days 6 to 10 Tour to the Reserved Zone of Manu National Park
Departure for the biodiverse Reserved Zone of Manu National Park. We invite you to view the detailed 5-day tour itinerary in PDF format by visiting the following link Manu National Park 5 days / 4 nights 👈📄
Day 11 Transfer to Cusco Airport and Onward Flight
Free day in the city of Cusco. If your connecting flight to Lima departs in the afternoon, you can spend the morning exploring the traditional San Pedro Central Market or strolling through the historic quarters at your own pace. At the scheduled time according to your flight itinerary, we will provide a private transfer from your hotel in Cusco to the airport for your flight home.
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