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Machu Picchu & the Sacred Valley
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Private tour: Explore the Sacred Valley of the Incas and the spectacular lost city of Machu Picchu on this 5 day tour, which starts and ends in Cusco. Take in the highlights of the captivating Cusco on a walking tour, discover the vast Inca fortress of Ollantaytambo and the Pisac ruins before travelling by train for a guided tour of the iconic Machu Picchu citadel, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.
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Tour Overview
Duration
5 daysStarts
CuscoEnds
CuscoRange
PrivateTour Guide
Local guides for all included sightseeingGroup Size
Min 2 / Max N/AMinimum age
5 yrs, accompanied by an adultDeparts
Any day of the yearHotel Rating
3 - 4 starCountries
PeruArrival Transfer
YesDeparture Transfer
YesMeals included
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Itinerary
Day 1 - Cusco
Day 1 - Cusco
Upon arrival Cusco Airport you'll be met and transferred to your hotel. After hotel check in spend the rest of the day at leisure adjusting to the altitude. This beautiful city full of history and intrigue, is located 3,399m above sea level.
Day 2 - Cusco
Day 2 - Cusco
Today explore Cusco on a guided tour, taking in some of the city's most important landmarks. The tour begins at the Plaza de Armas, built on the remains of one of the most important Incan gathering spots, it's one of the most beautiful squares in the country. Then take in other highlights of the city, including the cathedral and the Kenko Amphitheatre before visiting the impressive Sacsayhuaman Fortress. Built between 1438 and 1474, Sacsayhuaman Fortress took over 20,000 labourers to build and some of the magnificent stone work measures over 4 metres in height and over 100 tons in weight. The rest of the day is free for you to stroll around the cobbled streets of this enchanting city which is brimming with wonderful cafes, shops and handicraft markets and art shops.
Day 3 - Sacred Valley
Day 3 - Sacred Valley
Cusco - The Sacred Valley. Depart Cusco this morning and take a scenic drive to the Sacred Valley. Your first stop is the colourful Pisac Market, where artisans from the region get together and exchange or buy and sell their products. Originally only held on Sundays, Pisac Market was a place for artisans from across the region to trade in their products. Today the market is a daily occurrence where locals and visitors alike can find some of the finest textiles, jewellery and clothing typical of this area of Peru. There's plenty of time to explore the market, see the variety of colourful handicrafts and textiles on offer, and barter for souvenirs.
This afternoon visit the striking Ollantaytambo fortress with its enormous Inca terraces constructed on the side of a steep mountain. Ollantaytambo is one of the best examples of Incan architecture and many of the inhabitants of the town still live according to the customs and traditions they have inherited from generations of ancestors. After a tour through the area check into your nearby hotel for the night.
Day 4 - Machu Picchu
Day 4 - Machu Picchu
Sacred Valley – Machu Picchu - Cusco. This morning travel by train from Ollantaytambo to the town of Aguas Calientes (also known as Machu Picchu town). On the 90 minute journey sit back and enjoy the spectacular scenery through the panoramic windows. In Aguas Calientes board the bus which takes you along a winding path up the slopes of the great Machu Picchu mountain to the famous Inca citadel.
The incredible lost city of Machu Picchu is situated on a mountain ridge above the Urubamba River, surrounded by tropical forest. A guided tour will take you around the citadel. Built in the classical Inca style with polished dry-stone walls and terraces that seem to have been crafted naturally from the rock escarpments, Machu Picchu is a spectacular testament to the greatness of the Inca civilisation. The ruins are divided into the Urban and Agricultural Sectors with features ranging from terraced fields and water fountains to storage buildings, guardhouses and religious temples as well as bridges on the trails leading out of the citadel. After the guided tour return to the spa town of Aguas Calientes where there's time to stroll around before travelling by train back to Cusco.
Day 5 - Cusco
Day 5 - Cusco
Your tour comes to an end after breakfast today. A transfer will take you to Cusco airport for your onward travel.
If you're not departing Cusco until later this evening, or you've booked post tour accommodation, you may wish to join one of the optional excursions on offer today. You can visit the local Andean market town of Chinchero on a half day tour. Chinchero has one of the most traditional markets in South America, and here you will find locals in colourful traditional dress, buying and selling their produce.
Alternatively, for the fit and active, there's an optional full day excursion to Vinicunca, the Rainbow Mountain (offered from March to November), with lunch included. After a scenic 2.5 hr drive through rugged mountain scenery, trek with a guide to the summit of Rainbow Mountain, with its striking bright stripes of mineral deposits. Please note: Optional excursions must be booked prior to departure.
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Pre and Post Tour Accommodation
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Additional Excursions
Enhance your tour with these optional extras, helping you to get the most from your adventure.
On this half day excursion, explore the picturesque village of Chinchero, nestled within the Sacred Valley. Revered as the birthplace of the rainbow, this traditional Andean settlement boasts Inca ruins, a beautiful colonial church, breathtaking mountain panoramas, and a bustling traditional Sunday market.
$135
per passengerEmbark on a full-day guided excursion to discover the natural wonder of Rainbow Mountain, also known as Vinicunca, located in the Andes of Peru. Trek to the summit and marvel at the vibrant colours of the mountain's layered sedimentary rocks, ranging from deep reds to vibrant yellows and mesmerizing blues, creating a unique and unforgettable sight. With a knowledgeable guide to lead the way and a delicious lunch included.
$205
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Prices & Dates
'Twin/Double' prices are per person when there are 2 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Single' prices are applicable to solo travellers and anyone wanting the privacy of their own room, based on a travelling party of at least 2 adults. Prices may vary depending on hotel and room availability.
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