MACHU PICCHU TOUR 2
CUZCO, SACRED VALLEY & MACHU PICCHU 4 DAYS / 3 NIGHTS
ITINERARY
DAY 1: CUZCO
Flight to Cuzco. Arrival in Cuzco, reception and transfer to your hotel. Free morning. Afternoon guided visit of the four ruins nearby; the Sacsayhuaman Fortress overlooking the city of Cuzco, a pre Inca architectural masterpiece; Kenko, a rock sanctuary whose main attraction is the monolithic altar representing a puma, the red Fortress of Puca-Pucara and Tambomachay, a beautiful fountain fed by a spring forming a series of basins continue to the city of Cuzco; the Main Square, the Cathedral and the Koricancha or Temple of the Sun. Return to your hotel.DAY 2: URUBAMBA VALLEY -SACRED VALLEY – PISAC – OLLANTAYTAMBO
Full-day excursion to the Urubamba, the SacredValley of the Incas. Visit the village of Pisac, founded during colonial times and set at the foot of a hill crowned by the remains of an Inca city. On Sundays, Tuesdays and Thursdays, in the main square, Indians barter their products and artisans from all over the area sell their woven alpaca wool blankets and ponchos, engraved gourds, antique reproductions, jewellery, etc. On Sundays it is also the meeting place for mayors from all the villages in the region, dressed in their traditional costumes to attend morning mass. After lunch, a visit to Ollantaytambo, the only Inca town which was not overthrown by the conquistadores, and explore the ruins which tower above it. Late afternoon return to Cuzco whilst visiting en-route the traditional market of Chinchero. Return to your hotel.DAY 3: MACHU PICCHU TOUR
Transfer to the railway station for the early morning departure to Aguas Calientes and then a bus ride up to the spectacular Machu Picchu ruins (25 minutes). Guided visit of Machu Picchu. Built by the Inca Pachacutec, comprising stone blocks fitted with masterful precision that harmoniously blends into the mountain landscape. There are many theories as to the origins of Machu Picchu but three of the most popular ideas include a temple to the sun, a fortress against the jungle inhabitants or a sanctuary for the Incas. This fabulous city has houses, temples, warehouses, a large central square, all connected by narrow roads and steps, and is surrounded by terraces cut into the mountain side which were used for agriculture. After the tour, free time to enjoy this magical and spiritual wonder. Return in the afternoon to Cuzco by train. Transfer to your hotel.(For an overnight extension in Aguas Calientes - please ask for details) .
DAY 4: CUZCO - LIMA
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for the return flight back to Lima.
Prices are per person based on a minimun of persons as indicated.
Prices are per person based on a minimun of persons as indicated.
TOUR PRICE
Price per person is US$ according hotel of your choice:
- 2 star hotels: Price per person (based on two people): US$ 499.00
- 3 star hotels: Price per person (based on two people): US$ 549.00
- 4 star hotels: Price per person (based on two people): US$ 699.00
- 5 star hotels: Price per person (based on two people): US$ 1299.00
FLIGHT TICKETS NO INCLUDED:
Lima –Cusco - Lima to be quoted on the day of enquiry (prices vary from US$200 to US$300 per person depending on the season
TRAINS
• Backpacker train as standard. Upgrade to Vistadome available at $60 per person.
INCLUDE / NOT INCLUDE
INCLUDE / NOT INCLUDE
Price includes:
- 03 nights’ accommodation your selected hotel in Cuzco.
- 03 breakfasts
- 01 buffet lunch in the Sacred Valley
- Afternoon city tour in Cuzco in pool or group service with English speaking guide.
- Full day Sacred Valley Tour with English speaking guide in pool or group service.
- Two hours guided Machu Picchu tour with English speaking guide in group service
- Backpacker train to Machu Picchu,
- Bus tickets Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Aguas Calientes
- In and out transfers in Cuzco
- All entrance fees.
- Personal assistance.
PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE:
- Airport taxes (US$28 for international, US$5 for domestic flights)
- International airfare to Peru.
- All domestic flights Lima-Cuzco-Lima aprox US$320
- Baggage excess.
- Travel insurance against cancellation, unused services, illness, accident etc.
- Additional nights for bad weather or flight cancellation, etc.
- Personal expenses.
- Others not specified.
NOTES:
Extra night’s hotel and transfers in Lima and Cuzco can be arranged.
Flights can be arranged, but must be requested at time of booking (flight costs subject to increase) approximate average US$320.
Upgrades and Hiram Bingham train and private tours, please ask for details.
Flights can be arranged, but must be requested at time of booking (flight costs subject to increase) approximate average US$320.
Upgrades and Hiram Bingham train and private tours, please ask for details.
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Not only does View Peru want to take you to the very farthest corners of Peru, but we want to do so in a way that preserves the local environment and cultural communities. This way the world’s most exciting regions will stay healthfully intact. We are proud to tell you we are a Premium Partner of STI (Sustainable Travel International). With them, we promote responsible travel and ecotourism to help protect the environment, socio-cultural and economic needs of the countries and communities we represent.
