Cusco & Machu Picchu

Arriving in Cusco, you´ll visit and appreciate the architectural richness of our city, first the cathedral with its main attraction: the painting of the Last Supper with a cuy in the center of the table. Then we visit the Qorikancha, where the Inti Raymi starts. Then visit the most important archaeological sites in our city. Places like Sacsayhuaman, the last place of the Inti Raymi, and surrounding: Qenko, Puka - Pukara and Tambomachay. The next day, we´ll visit Machu Picchu and its majesty, at the top of the mountains you will learn about its history and magic.

Day 1: Cusco City and vicinity.

The tour starts by picking you up from your hotel at 1:00 PM to tour the magical city of Cusco and sites that were constructed by the Incas around the city. Beginning in the cathedral full of history and works of art, we will then see (El Templo del Sol Qoricancha) the Temple of the Sun Qoricancha. We will also visit the imposing fortress of Sacsayhuaman, Kenko, Puka – Pukara, and lastly, Tambomachay.

Day 2: Cusco - Machu Picchu - Cusco.

Early travel by train to see the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu. High in the mountains you will learn from its history, architecture, and especially a wonderful energy that it will provide. Overnight in Cusco.

Day 3: Cusco Hotel – Airport.

At the appropriate time, transfer to the airport for your departure flight.

• 02 nights hotel in Cusco.
• Entrance to all tourist destinations mentioned in Cusco (tourist ticket - Cathedral and Qoricancha) and entrances to Machu Picchu.
• Train ticket to Aguas Calientes and back.
• Bus ticket to Machu Picchu and back.
• All Private Transportation (train station and airport).

Day 1: Cusco City and vicinity.

In the afternoon, at approximately 1:00 PM, we will meet at the hotel and start our city tour. Starting with the Cathedral of Cusco, we will find in its walls priceless art and treasures, which is considered by many the most beautiful works of art in South America. Afterward, we will visit the Qorikancha. This wonderful temple is considered sacred because it harbored priests of the Inca Empire that were in charge of worshiping, Inti, the Sun God. We will then continue our tour of the archaeological centers located around the city of Cusco. Starting with Sacsayhuaman, the Quechua name means "satisfied falcon" which was built with huge stone blocks. At the time of the Incas, it was called the "house of the sun" and was a religious center of great importance in local tradition. Afterward, we will visit, Kenko, Quechua word meaning "Labyrinth" coined by the Spanish for its labyrinthine underground galleries and small canals carved zigzag. We will continue our tour visiting Puka-Pukara, called the Red Fort, which is built with stones in that tone of colour. And finally, we will arrive at Tambomachay which was an Inca temple to worship the water.
Our tour ends at the Plaza de Armas of Cusco, at approximately 6:00 pm.

Recommendations:
After the tour, stroll through the Plaza de Armas and surrounding areas, where you can appreciate the work of the Cusqueñian artisan craft stores. Grab a bite at the famous Peruvian cuisine restaurants nearby or relax on the park benches of Plaza de Armas and then take a photo there for memories to last during the warm weather in the afternoon, despite the cold nights of Cusco. And if you like the night around the square you will find many nightclubs and bars filled with tourists and locals who expect to have fun with good music and drinks.

Our tour includes:
• Information prior to the tour.
• Entrance to all tourist destinations mentioned (tourist ticket - Cathedral and Qoricancha).
• All transfers in tourist bus.
• Guided group. Spanish - English professional guide.

Not Included:
• Food. Other services not mentioned.

Day 2: Cusco - Machu Picchu - Cusco.

Very early, at 5:50 AM, we transfer you from your hotel to the train station. At 7:20 AM, we board the train that passes through the Sacred Valley to the village of Aguas Calientes. In Aguas Calientes, we take the bus to take us to Machu Picchu Archaeological Park, situated on top of a mountain. In Machu Picchu our tour guide will assist you to know better the history and architecture of the Inca City of Machu Picchu. Marvel at the buildings and Inca temples, beside the natural surrounding environment. After the tour we will have until 2:00 pm to roam freely Machu Picchu. In the afternoon, at 4:30 pm board the train back. Around 6:30 pm we meet you at the station and transfer you to your hotel in Cusco. Hours may vary based on the outputs of trains and train service you want to travel.

Recommendations:
Arrive half an hour before time of departure. In Machu Picchu we will climb many stairs, use appropriate shoes. - We suggest a small backpack, camera, wear a hat, sunscreen, insect repellent and a water bottle. After the guided Machu Picchu tour enjoy the magical moment, open your arms and recharge your energy. Visit the thermal baths of Aguas Calientes.

Includes:
Information prior to the tour.
Transfers from Cusco to the train station in Poroy or Ollantaytambo.
Tickets Poroy or Ollantaytambo train - Aguas Calientes round trip.
Entrance to Machu Picchu.
Guide service group. Spanish - English professional guide.

Not Included:
Other services not mentioned.

Day 3: Cusco - Airport.

At the appropriate time, transfer to the airport for your departure flight.