6-DAY SACRED VALLEY TOUR TO CUSCO AND MACHU PICCHU

USD $ 745

A captivating 6-day adventure with Intense Peru to the Sacred Valley! Explore the historic city of Cusco, journey through the Sacred Valley, and be awestruck by Machu Picchu, the crown jewel of the Inca Empire.

This all-inclusive Sacred Valley Peru tour features comfortable transportation, delicious meals, knowledgeable guides, and unforgettable experiences. Prices start at $745 per person – contact us today to craft your dream Peruvian itinerary!

Price per person based on 3 stars, double occupancy, group tours, airport transfers, and expedition trains (subject to availability). Domestic airfares are not included.

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    Sacred Valley Peru Adventure: Explore Lima,  Cusco & Machu Picchu

    Embark on a remarkable 6-day Peruvian adventure through the Sacred Valley with Intense Peru! Immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of Cusco, the ancient capital of the Inca Empire. You will journey through the Sacred Valley’s breathtaking landscapes, visiting charming villages and ancient ruins. Finally, stand in awe at the magnificent Machu Picchu citadel, a marvel of Inca engineering.

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    1. DAY 1 Arrival in Lima

      International flight arriving in Lima (booked on your own). Pick up from the airport and transfer to your hotel in Miraflores (this service is with Spanish-speaking driver only, no guide’s assistance).

      Evening free.

      Overnight in the city of Lima

      Meals included: None

    2. DAY 2 Half-Day Lima City Tour

      (Private service, English- or Italian-speaking guide)

      We will pick you up from your hotel and start your city tour, going through the modern districts of San Isidro and Miraflores. We will enjoy incredible views of the Pacific Ocean from Parque del Amor (Love Park) and visit the pre-Inca Huaca Pucllana, an astounding ancient pyramid-shaped temple located in the middle of the city. Immediately after, we will visit Lima’s historic center, where we may appreciate and learn about the colonial origins of the city, making a first stop at the San Francisco Convent and its famous underground crypts known as the Catacombs. Next, we will visit the Plaza Mayor, where the Presidential Palace and the Cathedral are located. Finally, we will drive through Plaza San Martín, a large and unique park in downtown Lima, surrounded by republican buildings (duration: 4 hours). Return to your hotel.

      Afternoon and evening free.

      Overnight in the city of Lima.

      Meals included: B

    3. DAY 3 Cusco City Tour

      Pick up from your hotel in Lima and transfer to the airport for your flight to Cusco (morning flight booked on your own).

      Upon arrival in Cusco, we will pick you up and transfer you to your hotel (Cusco’s altitude: 34000 m / 11152 ft).

      *Both airport transfers with Spanish-speaking driver only, no guide’s assistance.

      You will have plenty of time to rest, adjust to the altitude, and have lunch before your city tour.

      Cusco City Tour:

      (Shared service up to 16 travelers, English-speaking guide)

      We will meet you at your hotel in the afternoon and begin visiting the Cathedral in the main Plaza, part of our colonial legacy. Koricancha or Temple of the Sun, the most important sacred Inca place within the city, which sheltered all Gods and Goddesses brought by the nations that integrated the Inca Empire. Traveling out of the city center, we will visit the enigmatic stonework complex of Sacsayhuaman, and what nowadays we call “Customs” in the Inca version: Kenko, Puca Pucara, and Tambomachay (duration: 4 hours). Return to your hotel.

      Evening free.

      Overnight in the city of Cusco.

      Meals included: B

    4. DAY 4 Sacred Valley Full Day Tour (altitude: 2800 m / 9184 ft)

      (Shared service up to 16 travelers, English-speaking guide)

      We will begin our visit in Pisac, a marvelous citadel with extensive agricultural terraces, with a cemetery of more than a thousand burial niches on a mountain wall. Later on, you can explore the historical artisan market located on the main plaza of Pisac. We will be stopping at the town of Yucay for a buffet lunch.

      We will continue the tour in Ollantaytambo, an awe-inspiring construction on a steep mountain, build for military, agricultural, and religious control purposes as a watchtower over the Sacred Valley. Once at the top, you will startle at a magnificent sight of the Sacred Valley.

      The tour ends at around 15:30 to 16:00 hrs. We recommend bringing a backpack with your belongings for 1 night so you can comfortably wander through this ancient cobblestone town of Inca times until the train leaves.

      Then, you will be instructed to walk, on your own, to the Ollantaytambo Train Station (10-min walk from the Main plaza) for your Expedition Train* (tourist class), departing at 19:00hrs and arriving in Aguas Calientes at 20:45. A hotel staff member will escort you to your hotel.

      *Please note that you can upgrade the train to the Vistadome (superior class). Surcharges are detailed in the ”Prices” section.

      Evening free.

      Overnight in Aguas Calientes.

      Meals included: B L D (only at 4- or 5-star hotels)

    5. DAY 5 Machu Picchu Day Tour (2430 m / 7970 ft)

      (Shared trains/bus. Private transfers & English-speaking guide)

      Your tour guide will pick you up from your hotel, and together you will take the bus up to Machu Picchu citadel early in the morning so you can explore the archeological complex at a less crowded time (recommended time: 8:00 a.m. / duration: 2–3 hours).

      Note: For dramatic views of the landscape that surrounds Machu Picchu, you can hike on your own either the Huayna Picchu Mountain for about 2 hours (entrance schedules: 7:00 a.m. or 9:00 a.m.), the Machu Picchu Mountain for 3-4 hours (entrance schedules: 7:00 a.m. or 9:00 a.m.), or the Huchuy Picchu Mountain for 1 hour (entrance schedules: 10:00 a.m. or 12:00 p.m.). These treks are optional and not included in the price.

      Once the tour has come to an end, you will take the bus back down to Aguas Calientes (buses depart every 5 min) and get a taste of Peruvian cuisine at a local restaurant overlooking the Vilcanota river.

      You can do some exploration in the small town or visit the town’s Hot Springs (from which the town owes its name), and then head to the train station on your own for your Expedition Train (tourist class – upgrade to Vistadome with surcharge upon request), departing at 15:20 hrs and arriving at 17:08hrs at Ollantaytambo station, where you will look for a sign with your name to be transferred to your hotel in Cusco (a 2-hour ride approx).

      Evening free.

      Overnight in the city of Cusco.

      Meals included: B L

    6. DAY 6 Airport Transfer

      Pickup from your hotel and transfer to the airport for your flight Cusco – Lima (booked on your own / transfer with Spanish-speaking driver only, no guide’s assistance).

      Meals included: B

    Legend
    BBreakfast
    SSnack
    LLunch
    DDinner
    BLBoxed Lunch

    Program Prices Per Person:

    3 Stars
    Double room in shared serviceUS$ 745
    Single supplementUS$ 393
    Additional for private serviceUS$ 291
    Additional for Vistadome train (return only)US$ 19
    Additional for Vistadome trains (round trip)US$ 39

     

    4 Stars
    Double room in shared serviceUS$ 887
    Single supplementUS$ 537
    Additional for private serviceUS$ 261
    Additional for Vistadome train (return only)US$ 19
    Additional for Vistadome trains (round trip)US$ 39

     

    5 Stars
    Double room in shared serviceUS$ 1,267
    Single supplementUS$ 851
    Additional for private serviceUS$ 291
    Additional for Vistadome train (return only)US$ 19
    Additional for Vistadome trains (round trip)US$ 39

     

    TOUR NOTES:

    The 6-Day Tour to Lima, Cusco, Sacred Valley & Machu Picchu Tours is customizable. If you would prefer to travel for fewer days or add days or destinations to your trip, please let us know in the Comments Section of the Get Free Quote form. You can fill out our Present Design Your Trip form or Contact Us form with your specific needs.

     

    • This trip is available every day of the year.
    • Train rates may slightly vary as the train company has recently implemented the BAR (best available rate) system; hence we are considering an average rate in order to avoid increasing the price per person.
    • Price does not include processing or wire fees.
    • Price includes hotel accommodation based on double occupancy with 1 queen/king-size bed or 2 twin/full-size beds.
    • Price does not include local sales taxes; as foreign travelers are sales tax exempt according to Peruvian Law.
    • Sacred Valley Tour: the best days to enjoy the artisan market of Pisac are Sundays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays. the best day to visit the food market is Sundays.
    • Chinchero, Maras, and Moray Tour: we only offer this tour in private service. Includes transportation, guide, entrance tickets, and visits to the natural salt mines of Maras, the most advanced Inca agricultural system of Moray, and the textile town of Chinchero.
    • If you are looking for a complete experience, we highly recommend you to check our 14-Day Tour of Peru .
    What is included in this tour?Items that are included in the cost of tour price.
    • Hotel accommodation according to itinerary.
    • Meals according to itinerary.
    • All guided excursions in English in group service (up to 16 travelers).
    • All tour transfers.
    • All entrance tickets.
    • Bus and entrance to Machu Picchu Citadel.
    • Expedition Train service to/from Aguas Calientes.
    • Airport transfers in Lima and Cusco.
    What is not included in this tour?Items that are not included in the cost of tour price.
    • International and domestic flights.
    • Visas required to enter Peru.
    • Drinks.
    • Tips.
    • Entrance tickets to Huchuy Picchu or Huayna Picchu mountains.
    • Processing and wire transfer fees.

    The Expedition (tourist class) features panoramic windows and comfortable seats. Snacks are not included.

    The Vistadome (superior class) has wider panoramic windows, the seats are more comfortable and spacious, plus it offers snacks on board and informative audio. There is a live cultural performance and a fashion show of alpaca garments if you are traveling from Machu Picchu.

    You can also travel on board The PeruRail Vistadome Observatory train, which features an observatory car with live music and typical dances, that will provide you with a unique and relaxing experience.

    Intense Peru works with many hotels at various comfort levels to provide the best value and accommodations to suit your budget.

    While most of the activities on this tour are suitable for people with a moderate fitness level, some optional activities require a higher level of fitness, such as hiking Machu Picchu.

    Wise App, Visa and wire transfers are all valid forms of payment. Processing and wire transfer fees are not included in the price.

    To secure a booking with Intense Peru, we require a 50% down payment at the time of booking in order to guarantee the reservations. We must have received full payment as well as all relevant personal information and documentation 30 days prior to the initial date of your trip.

    Peru has a diverse climate depending on the region. The weather in Cusco and the Sacred Valley is mild during the day and can get chilly at night, especially at higher altitudes.

    From April to September – this period is called the “dry season”. These are the months of highest contrasts, being very hot and dry during the day and very cold with occasional frosting and dry at nights and early mornings. Mid-April and May is the best time for the Highlands, where fields and mountains show unusually lush vegetation with magnificent views and good weather. You can find flowers in full bloom, the grass green, and the streams full.

    The “rainy season” is from October to March, being particularly intense during January and February, where it can rain all day. Temperatures are mild during the day, with only a small fall overnight.

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