Andean Peru: Lima, Cusco and Machupicchu

4 Days | 3 Nights

Enjoy Peru in 4 days and 3 nights with a visit that will take you to discover the imperial city, the fortress of Sacsayhuamán, and the Inca city of Machu Picchu.

Enjoy a unique experience in Peru in just four days. We will begin this experience in Lima, one of Peru's most modern cities. Then, we will move on to the Imperial City, the ancient capital of Tahuantinsuyu. There, we will walk along cobblestone streets and explore Inca temples and colonial churches.

From Cusco, we will head to the Sacred Valley and then reach one of the New Seven Wonders of the World: Machu Picchu. This itinerary is designed for those with limited time but who want to experience the essentials of Peru, combining history, natural landscapes, and a dose of adventure.

ITINERARY

DAY 01: “ARRIVAL IN LIMA”

Once you arrive in Lima, often referred to as the City of Kings, one of our team members will be at the airport holding a sign with your name. After welcoming you, we will transfer you in our tour bus to your pre-booked hotel. There you can relax after your trip and prepare for your planned activities. Depending on your flight schedule, you may have time to visit some of the tourist sites in Peru's capital.

Overnight stay: Lima

DAY 02: “ARRIVAL IN CUSCO - CITY TOUR”

We will begin the second day with your transfer from your hotel to the airport, where you will board your flight to Cusco. Upon arrival, either at the airport or the bus terminal, one of our staff will be waiting for you with a sign with your name on it. After a cordial welcome, we will take you in our tourist transport to your reserved hotel. There you can settle in, relax, and get ready for the city tour.

At the scheduled time, we will pick you up to begin the tour of the tourist sites in the imperial city and its surroundings. During this experience, we will visit:

• Qorikancha (Temple of the Sun): One of the most important religious centers in the Inca world, dedicated to the worship of the sun god Inti, whose walls still reflect the grandeur of this civilization.
• Sacsayhuamán: An impressive stone complex, renowned for its megalithic walls and its privileged location overlooking the entire city.
• Qenqo: An ancient ceremonial center carved into rock, used for religious rituals and offerings.
• Pukapukara: An archaeological site believed to have been a military outpost or rest area, known for its reddish walls, giving it the name "red fortress."
• Tambomachay: A sacred space associated with the worship of water, famous for its aqueducts and still-flowing fountains, symbols of purification.

At the end of the tour, we will return you to your hotel, where you can relax or, if you wish, continue exploring the city on your own.

Overnight stay: Cusco

DAY 03: “MACHU PICCHU TOUR”

We will begin the day by picking you up from your hotel and making our way to the Ollantaytambo train station. There, we will board a tourist train with panoramic windows, from which you can enjoy the Andean landscapes as we head toward the town of Aguas Calientes, the gateway to Machu Picchu.

Once in Hot Waters, we will head to the tourist bus station to begin the climb up a mountain road, which will take approximately 25 to 30 minutes, until we reach the entrance to the sanctuary.

Remember that access to the citadel has specific times, so it's important to bring your ID or passport, the entrance ticket, and be ready well in advance.

Upon entering the archaeological site, we will take a guided tour of approximately two hours, exploring the main points of interest of the ancient Inca city, including:

• The main viewpoint: From where you can enjoy the most iconic views of Machu Picchu.
• The Temple of the Three Windows: A structure steeped in Inca symbolism.
• The Intihuatana: A sundial and ceremonial center.
• The Main Plaza: The meeting point and social center of the city.
• And many other areas that reveal the architecture and wisdom of this great civilization.

At the end of the visit, we will return by bus to Hot Waters. There you will have free time for lunch, to stroll through the artisan market, or simply to relax.

In the afternoon, we will take the train back to Ollantaytambo, and then our transport will take you back to Cusco. Upon arrival, you will be taken back to your hotel to rest after this extraordinary day.

Overnight stay: Cusco

DAY 04: “RETURN”

This day is designed to help you prepare for your return trip with peace of mind. Our team will be available to escort you to the airport or bus terminal, ensuring a comfortable and timely transfer.

Meals: breakfast at the hotel

INCLUDES:

• Transfers Airport/Bus terminal – hotel – Airport/Bus terminal
• 02 nights of accommodation in Cusco
• 01 night of accommodation in Lima
• Tours in regular or shared service:
  • Cusco city tour
  • Round-trip train to Machu Picchu in Expedition Service or upgrade to selected train
  • Round-trip tourist bus to Machu Picchu
  • Shared guided tour
• Entrance tickets to the sites to visit and to Machu Picchu
• Professional guide in Spanish or English
• Meals according to the itinerary and breakfast if hotel is selected

GENERAL CONDITIONS:

• Rates are expressed in US dollars, per person
• Children under 3 years old do not pay
• Child rate applies for children aged 3 to 11 years
• Student rate applies for those aged 12 to 24 years (with ID or student card)
• Guiding service in Spanish or English
• Shared service
• Subject to availability, not valid during holidays such as Holy Week, Inti Raymi, Independence Day, Christmas, New Year, and other local festivities
• The order of the tours may vary
• Pick-ups are from central hotels; if the hotel is outside the pick-up area, an extra transfer cost will be added
• Rate valid until December 2025
• Rate does not apply during high seasons (Long weekends, Holy Week, Inti Raymi, Independence Day, New Year)
• Rates do not include VAT

TRAVEL RECOMMENDATIONS:

• Small backpack
• Light clothing
• Walking shoes
• Jacket for early morning or nighttime cold
• Hats or caps for the sun
• Sunglasses
• Sunscreen
• Insect repellent
• Camera