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You can be part of this group trip or choose a private service, it’s a great option for those who want to fully enjoy Lima, the Sacred Valley of the Incas, Machu Picchu, Cusco, and Puno, making your dream come true.
You will visit the town of Chinchero, home to some of Peru’s finest handweavers. Then, you’ll have the option to spend 2 nights in the Sacred Valley of the Incas. The following day, you’ll explore the Sacred Valley, especially the sites of Maras, Moray, Salineras, and Ollantaytambo. Afterward, you’ll have the opportunity to visit Machu Picchu. You’ll travel on one of the most famous and important train routes in the Cusco region, as you journey through the Urubamba Canyon by train, observing the climate change from the Andes to the beautiful mountains and the beginning of the jungle where Machu Picchu is located. Then, you’ll return to the city of Cusco, where you’ll have a day to explore. Finally, you’ll have the option to travel from Cusco to the city of Puno to visit the unique floating islands of Uros.
If you’d like to enjoy the adventure with maximum comfort and safety, we offer this option to travel with us. Come and enjoy this journey with Peru Infinite Travel.
This moderately active trip covers a good amount of ground each day. The pace is moderate; however, you will encounter some uneven surfaces, stairs, steps, and steep inclines. When visiting Machu Picchu, please note that walking sticks are not allowed in some areas of the archaeological site and must be carried in a backpack. A medical prescription is required for walking sticks to be allowed at the Machu Picchu archaeological site, and they must have rubber tips. Selfie sticks are also prohibited. The elevation of 11,000 feet in Cusco may be a consideration for those with heart issues or altitude sensitivity. We suggest consulting with your doctor before signing up for this tour. Some hotels in Urubamba, Aguas Calientes, Cusco, and Puno are built in the traditional local style and do not have air conditioning. During heatwaves, these hotels can become uncomfortable, even at higher elevations. This is a classic program.
Depart for Peru. Upon arrival in Lima, you will be transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is at your leisure.
Accommodation: Lima
In the morning, we will begin our tour in the historic center of Lima, which has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We will start our exploration in the colonial center of the city, admiring the historic buildings surrounding the beautiful Plaza Mayor. We will see the Government Palace, the official residence of the President, and the 16th-century Lima Cathedral, whose first stone was laid by the conquistador Francisco Pizarro. We will continue to the 17th-century San Francisco Monastery complex, known for its catacombs.
In the afternoon, we will visit the pre-Inca ruins of Pachacamac, one of the largest religious centers of the pre-Inca era on the Peruvian coast. Our guide will provide information about the history of this archaeological complex. In the evening, you will have the option to participate in an optional tour that includes a visit to the Larco Herrera Museum and a dinner. On this tour, you will experience one of Lima’s most magnificent museums, where you can admire the world’s largest collection of pre-Columbian masterpieces, as well as an impressive display of gold and priceless jewelry.
Optional: Larco Herrera Museum with dinner
Accommodation: Lima
Meals: Breakfast
In the morning, we will depart from the hotel in Lima Miraflores and take a flight to the city of Cusco, the former capital of the Inca Empire and the oldest inhabited city in South America. Upon arrival, we will head through the mountains to the town of Chinchero, following roads that pass by farms and small villages in the Sacred Valley of the Incas.
Once in Chinchero, you will enjoy a Peruvian Andean-style lunch, followed by a demonstration of the ancient Andean tradition of weaving textiles with alpaca wool, naturally dyed using elements from nature. You will be amazed by this ancestral activity, where vibrant dyes come from plants, minerals, and insects. After the textile demonstration, we will continue in private transport to your hotel in the Sacred Valley, in the town of Urubamba. Dinner will be on your own.
Accommodation: Sacred Valley of the Incas
After breakfast, we will pick you up at your hotel to explore Maras and Moray. The excursion will begin in Moray, a remarkable agricultural experimentation center that demonstrates the ancient Incas’ skill in cultivating crops in elevated terrain. You will be amazed by the large complex of perfectly circular depressions in the earth, believed by historians to have been used to study climatic conditions.
Next, we will head to the colonial town of Maras, known for its salt evaporation ponds that have been in use since Inca times. Afterward, we will go to the town of Urubamba for lunch (lunch will be on your own). In the afternoon, after lunch, you will visit the impressive Inca archaeological complex of Ollantaytambo. It is an ancient Inca construction with temples and terraces rising above the valley. Ollantaytambo was the site of the Incas’ last stand against the Spanish conquistadors. You will be impressed by the Inca architecture in this well-preserved settlement, considered a living museum of 15th-century life. In the evening, you will have dinner at the home of a traditional Peruvian family. They will share their traditions and customs with you, and you will have the opportunity to interact with family members. You will taste delicious Peruvian and local dishes in a warm and friendly cultural exchange.
Accommodation: Hotel in Urubamba’s Sacred Valley
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
After breakfast, we will pick you up at your hotel in the Sacred Valley and transfer you to the train station in the town of Ollantaytambo. We will board the train and enjoy the journey through the Urubamba Canyon to the town of Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu pueblo). Then, we will take the bus to the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu*, known as the “Lost City of the Incas,” designated by UNESCO as one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Machu Picchu was virtually unknown to the Western world until Hiram Bingham’s rediscovery in 1911, after being abandoned nearly 100 years earlier with the arrival of the conquistadors.
In Machu Picchu, you will visit the most important sites, including the Temple of the Sun, the House of the Priest, the Sacred Plaza, and the Temple of the Condor. The images of this significant archaeological site will be a lasting memory. After the visit, we will return to the town of Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu pueblo), where lunch will be on your own. Then, we will board the train back to the Sacred Valley. In the evening, upon reaching the Ollantaytambo station, our transportation will take you to your hotel in the city of Cusco for the night.
*The approximate duration of the visit to the Machu Picchu ruins is 3 hours.
Accommodation: Cusco
Meals: Breakfast
Today, you will explore the “Imperial City” of Cusco, the former capital of the Inca Empire and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. After breakfast, your guide will pick you up to begin an excursion that will provide you with a unique insight into life in Cusco.
In the morning, you will visit the local market and have the opportunity to taste one of Cusco’s traditional breads, freshly baked Chuta bread. You will also sample native fruits from the area. Next, you will meet with a local shaman, an Andean wise person, who will share an offering to Mother Earth with you.
You will then participate in a Peruvian cooking demonstration and enjoy a delicious lunch. In the afternoon, you will take a tour that includes visiting Cusco’s highlights, such as the impressive Cusco Cathedral, which houses a collection of over 400 paintings from the 16th century. You will also visit the Temple of the Sun and the fortress of Sacsayhuaman, which took over seven decades to complete. Finally, you will return to your hotel to prepare for the bus journey to the city of Puno (dinner will be on your own).
Overnight: Cusco
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
After breakfast, you will depart early in the morning on a long bus journey. You will enjoy spectacular landscapes as you cross the Andes Mountains and the Andean plains to reach Puno, on the Peruvian side of Lake Titicaca. In this area, you will see South American camelids such as llamas and alpacas grazing on vast plateaus and plains.
You will make a stop to visit the 15th-century Temple of Wiracocha, known for its intricate masonry, being the largest Inca temple discovered. Today, Raqchi remains home to many farmers, herders, and artisans. You will continue your bus journey to reach the lunch location (lunch is included). After lunch, you will continue by bus to the city of Puno, located next to the majestic Lake Titicaca, at 12,500 feet above sea level. This is the highest navigable lake in the world and the largest freshwater lake in South America. Upon arriving in Puno, your guide will take you to your hotel (dinner will be on your own).
Overnight: Puno
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
This morning, you will take a boat excursion from Puno to the fascinating Uros Floating Islands, where the local population, the Uros, live on man-made islands in the lake. The Uros maintain their ancestral traditions and live much like their ancestors did. These islands are entirely man-made structures, constructed using totora reeds from the lake.
After the visit to the Uros Islands, you will return to Puno for lunch (lunch not included). The rest of the day will be free for you to enjoy at your own pace (dinner will be on your own).
Overnight: Puno
Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast, you will be transferred from your hotel to the Juliaca airport for your return flight to Lima. The rest of the day will be free for your activities (dinner will be on your own).
Overnight: Lima
Meals: Breakfast
Transfer from your hotel to the airport for your departure flight.
Meals: Breakfast
Before the trip begins, one night before, your guide will provide you with information about the entire trip itinerary.
With extensive knowledge of history, bilingual.
Entrance tickets as per the itinerary.
What Do I Need to Know?
We recommend that you arrive in the city of Cusco at least 1 day in advance to acclimate to the altitude and avoid potential altitude sickness during our tour. Machu Picchu 2 days and 1 night is open year-round, and you can take this trip any month of the year (rainy season is from December to March).
Information Meeting or Briefing:
Information meetings are held one night before the start of this trip, and they usually last about 30 to 45 minutes. In case you cannot attend, please contact us by email to arrange another date or time for your meeting with your guide.
NOTE: For the visit to Machu Picchu, you will also need a small backpack to carry your personal items such as sunscreen, water, rain gear, sunglasses, etc.
Documentation:
It is very important to bring your personal documents, especially your original passport.
Payment for the Service:
If you made the reservation and provided a 50% deposit, it is important that the payment is made after the information meeting with your guide one night before starting the trip to Machu Picchu.
Strikes / Protests:
Unfortunately, strikes are common in Peru and can disrupt our tours. Roads are often blocked, and trains may be halted. We will ensure that your hike continues as planned, even if it means leaving the night before the start date. In such circumstances, it may be necessary to cancel tours. However, our operations department will coordinate with you in such a situation. Your safety is always our top concern.
Lost Items:
Each customer is responsible for their belongings throughout the tour. Be careful where you leave your belongings and remember to collect all items from our vehicles, tents, restaurants, etc. Other hikers or staff may pick them up without knowing who the owner is.
