Peru · Archaeology

6-Day Lima Cusco and Machu Picchu Tour with Sacred Valley

6 Days Round trip from Lima Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 See the burials at the San Francisco Catacombs in Lima
  • 02 Visit the Qoricancha (Sun Temple) in Cusco
  • 03 Appreciate the beauty of the Peruvian Andes in Awanacancha
  • 04 Stroll through the famous Indian market of Pisac
  • 05 Witness the beautiful Watchtower in Machu Picchu
  • 06 Explore the majestic fortress of Ollantaytambo

Sign up for a holiday in Peru and explore the beautiful highlights of Lima, Cusco, and Machu Picchu. Visit Market Square and the San Francisco Catacombs in Lima, then travel to Cusco to discover the wonderful Inca culture - a mandatory trip for anyone wanting to know about Peru. Stroll through the famous Indian market of Pisac and admire the beauty of the Sacred Valley of the Incas.

Continue to the residential and modern area, including the districts of San Isidro and Miraflores, culminating with a magnificent view of the Pacific Ocean.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 6 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Cusco, Lima, Machu Picchu, Písac, Ollantaytambo, Chinchero
Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Lima and Transfer to Miraflores

  • Meet the tour guide upon arriving at Lima's airport and transfer to the hotel in the Miraflores district (check-in at 15:00 hours).

Overnight.

2
Day 02

Colonial and Modern Lima City Tour

  • Have breakfast at the hotel. In the morning, begin the city tour of Colonial and Modern Lima, including Market Square, where the Government Palace is located, as well as the Cathedral and the Municipal Palace.
  • Visit the San Francisco Catacombs.
  • Continue to the residential and modern area, including the districts of San Isidro and Miraflores, culminating with a magnificent view of the Pacific Ocean. Engage in leisurely shopping.

Return and overnight.

Meal: B

3
Day 03

Cusco City Tour and Nearby Ruins

  • Have breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to the airport to board the flight to Cusco.
  • Arrive, receive a welcome reception, and transfer to the hotel. The rest of the morning is free to acclimatize to the altitude.
  • Visit Cusco city and see the Cathedral, Qoricancha (Sun Temple), and the four nearby ruins: Qenqo, Puca Pucara, Tambomachay, and Sacsayhuaman Fortress.
  • Return to the hotel.

Overnight stay.

Meal: B

4
Day 04

Sacred Valley Excursion to Pisac and Ollantaytambo

  • Have breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a full-day excursion to the Sacred Valley of the Incas.
  • Depart by bus to Awanacancha, a place where we will appreciate the beauty of the Peruvian Andes with its South American camels and the majestic traditional and modern techniques of dyeing, spinning, and weaving, including the materials used and live weaving by the people of the Peruvian Andes.
  • Visit the famous Indian market of Pisac, a delightful place where we will bargain for goodies with the local street vendors. Buffet lunch at a local restaurant.
  • See the majestic fortress of Ollantaytambo.
  • Return to Cusco and visit Chincheros village. Arrive at the hotel for the night's stay.

Meals: B, L

5
Day 05

Full-Day Excursion to Machu Picchu

  • Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. Full-day excursion to Machu Picchu.
  • Transfer to Ollanta train station early in the morning to board the train to Aguas Calientes. Arrive and take a bus to Machu Picchu.
  • Visit the Machu Picchu citadel for 02 hours and 30 minutes. The guided tour includes the well-known Intihuatana (Solar Clock), the Watchtower, the Inka's Palace, and the Three Windows.
  • Return to Aguas Calientes by bus and board the train to Ollanta train station. Upon arrival, transfer to Cusco. Overnight.

Meal: B

6
Day 06

Departure via Lima

  • Have breakfast at the hotel and transfer to the airport to board the regular flight to Lima.
  • Arrive in Lima and connect with the international flight. Check-out: approximately 10:00 hours.
Machu Picchu citadel, The Sacred Valley of the Incas, Ollantaytambo fortress

Where this trip takes you

Machu Picchu citadel, The Sacred Valley of the Incas, Ollantaytambo fortress

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Lima 6 cities · 6 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Lunch
  • 5 nights of accommodation in selected hotels
  • City tour of Lima, Cusco, and nearby ruins: Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Tambomachay, and Puca - Pucara
  • Professional English/Spanish-speaking guide
  • Personal assistance
  • Round-trip bus: Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu - Aguas Calientes
  • Round-trip expedition train to Machu Picchu
  • Breakfast (5)

What's Not Included

  • Travel insurance
  • International flights
  • Personal charges
  • Dinner
  • Tips
  • Overweight luggage charges
  • Domestic flights (Lima - Cusco - Lima)
  • Optional Huayna Picchu hike: $20 per person

What to bring

  • A good pair of hiking boots or walking shoes.
  • A warm jacket. Evenings and mornings can be very cold between June - September. A waterproof and ideally windproof jacket is ideal. Another good option is a warm fleece, which you can wear under a lightweight waterproof, windproof jacket.
  • Good quality sunscreen and a sunhat. Due to the altitude and Peru's location close to the Equator, frequent sunscreen use is advised to avoid any nasty sunburn.
  • Bring clothes that you can layer.
  • A small first aid kit for basic cuts and bruises and tummy upsets.
  • A rainproof covering for your daypack or backpack is a good option, particularly if you are travelling during the rainy season, to avoid wet clothes and personal items.
  • Insect repellent.
  • Camera.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Lima, Peru
Tour start
Lima, Perú
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 6 days finish where they began, in Lima.

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