This 6-day tour takes you through the main sites in southern Peru. In Cusco, you’ll visit the Cathedral, Qoricancha (the Temple of the Sun from Inca times), and Sacsayhuaman. You’ll travel through the Sacred Valley, stopping in Pisac and Ollantaytambo before reaching Machu Picchu.
The trip then continues to Puno, where you’ll sail on Lake Titicaca to visit the floating Uros Islands and Taquile Island. Along the route between Cusco and Puno, you’ll visit the church of Andahuaylillas and the archaeological site of Raqchi.
On this trip to Cusco, we’ll start with a warm welcome and transfer from the airport to your hotel. After lunch, we’ll begin our city tour around 1:00 p.m. Our first stop will be the Cusco Cathedral, then we’ll visit Qoricancha, the Inca temple dedicated to the Sun.
We’ll continue on to Sacsayhuaman, known as the “house of the sun” in Inca times, with its monumental stone blocks, followed by Qenqo, a Quechua word that means “labyrinth,” and Puka Pukara, the “red fortress.” We’ll finish at Tambomachay, a water temple. The tour ends at the Main Square (Plaza de Armas) at approximately 6:00 p.m.
Overnight stay in Cusco.
We’ll start the day with breakfast and, at 7:30 a.m., we’ll head to the archaeological site of Pisac, located about 45 minutes from Cusco. Pisac will give you a clear idea of the Incas’ advanced knowledge of architecture. More than just a fortress, it was a “royal estate” during the rule of Pachacutec, with agricultural terraces, domestic structures, and aqueducts. Its handicraft market offers unique, authentic souvenirs.
Afterward, we’ll enjoy a buffet lunch in Urubamba, an important Inca agricultural center, and then explore Ollantaytambo, an agricultural and astronomical fortress. The colcas (storehouses) and stone blocks, strategically placed on the mountainsides, highlight its importance. Finally, we’ll board the train to Aguas Calientes, where we’ll spend the night before visiting Machu Picchu the following day.
Overnight stay in Aguas Calientes.
On this exciting day, we will explore the modern wonder of Machu Picchu. We’ll start early with a transfer to the bus station, where you’ll take a 25-minute ride to the majestic Archaeological Sanctuary. Upon arrival, you’ll see the Inca agricultural terraces, temples, and plazas.
During the guided tour of approximately 2 hours, you’ll discover the history and mysteries of Machu Picchu. Amazed by the enormous stone blocks and the surrounding mountain range, you’ll experience the uniqueness of this Inca cultural center.
After the visit, you’ll return to Aguas Calientes, with free time to enjoy the hot springs or take a short walk through town—perfect for adding some relaxation to your trip to Cusco. Finally, you’ll take the train back to Ollantaytambo, where you’ll be transferred to your hotel in Cusco.
Overnight stay in Cuso.
The journey from Cusco to Puno begins early and includes several fascinating stops. It starts at 7:30 a.m. from Cusco, with a visit to Andahuaylillas at 8:30 a.m., Raqchi at 11:00 a.m., and a buffet lunch in Sicuani at 12:10 p.m. Afterward, you’ll arrive at Abra la Raya at 2:15 p.m. and the Pukara Museum at 3:30 p.m. Arrival in Puno is scheduled for 5:00 p.m. Once there, we’ll transfer you from the bus station to your hotel, where you will spend the night in Puno.
Overnight stay in Puno.
The day begins with a transfer from the hotel at 6:40 a.m. to the port on Lake Titicaca. After a short 30-minute ride, you’ll arrive at the fascinating Uros floating islands, which are unique in the world. The trip then continues to Taquile, arriving around 11:30 a.m., followed by a 40-minute walk to the village. Here, you’ll have about 2 hours to enjoy the scenery, local handicrafts, and the ancestral traditions of the inhabitants. Lunch will be served on Taquile. Afterwards, you’ll return by boat to Puno, arriving around 4:30 p.m. The rest of the afternoon is free to relax or explore Puno.
Overnight stay in Puno.
We’ll have breakfast at the hotel and, at the appropriate time, we’ll transfer you to the Juliaca airport so you can board your return flight to Lima.
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We will give you a warm welcome and pick you up at the Cusco airport to take you to your hotel. After lunch, we will pick you up from your hotel at around 1:00 p.m. and begin our city tour, starting at the Cusco Cathedral, one of the most important churches in Peru, made up of three buildings called the Basilica Cathedral, El Triunfo, and Sagrada Familia. Inside, you will find artistic works created by the Cusco School. Then, we will visit Qoricancha, a marvelous complex built by the Incas for the worship of the Sun, which was later modified by the Spanish for the evangelization of the Indigenous people during the Viceroyalty. Inside, you can still see walls built with great precision by the Incas, as well as Catholic religious artwork.
We will continue our guided visit exploring the archaeological sites near the city of Cusco. We will begin at Sacsayhuaman, whose name means “satisfied falcon.” This site was built with enormous stone blocks and, in Inca times, was known as the “house of the sun.” It was an important religious center in the local tradition. Then we will head to Qenqo, a Quechua word that means “labyrinth,” named for its underground galleries and small zigzagging channels carved into the rock. We will continue our tour visiting Puka–Pukara, also known as the Red Fortress, built with reddish-colored stones. Finally, we will arrive at Tambomachay, an Inca complex dedicated to water.
We end our tour at the beautiful Main Square (Plaza de Armas) of Cusco at approximately 6:00 p.m.
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After the tour, take a walk around the Plaza de Armas and its surroundings, where you can admire the work of Cusco’s artisans in the handicraft shops. You can also taste the famous Peruvian cuisine in the nearby restaurants, or simply relax on one of the benches in the Plaza de Armas and then take the classic souvenir photo in a warm atmosphere despite the chilly Cusco nights. And if you enjoy nightlife, around the square you will find many clubs and bars full of tourists and locals looking to have a good time.
We will start our day with breakfast at your hotel. At approximately 7:30 a.m., we will pick you up from your hotel and begin by visiting the Archaeological Center of Pisac, located 45 minutes from Cusco. Pisac will give you a sense of the advanced level of architectural knowledge that the Incas achieved in their time.
Some studies suggest that it was not a fortress, but rather a type of “royal estate” during the rule of Inca Pachacutec, made up of agricultural terraces, domestic and ceremonial structures, and aqueducts that provided water for agricultural use. Another compelling reason to visit Pisac is its handicraft market, where you can find unique and authentic souvenirs.
At midday, we will head to the town of Urubamba to enjoy a buffet lunch, giving you the chance to taste delicious Peruvian cuisine. Urubamba was one of the main agricultural centers of the Inca Empire. Today, the best corn in the world is grown here, and during the rainy season, the valley is filled with native fruits such as peaches, capulí cherries, quince, and top-quality strawberries, among others.
In the afternoon, we will visit the Ollantaytambo Fortress, which was an agricultural, religious, and astronomical center. This is evident from the colcas, or storage buildings for agricultural products that used a wind-based ventilation system, and from the finely carved stone blocks strategically aligned toward the Sun God to manage and control the Sacred Valley. This archaeological site consists of a series of overlapping terraces, showcasing impressive, large stone blocks located on the upper terrace. It is in Ollantaytambo that we will board the train to Aguas Calientes so that the next morning we can visit Machu Picchu early.
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On this day, we will have an exciting journey, during which we will visit one of the wonders of the modern world, “Machu Picchu”. We will start early, arranging your transfer to the bus station so you can board a brief ride of approximately 25 minutes that will take you to the majestic Archaeological Sanctuary of Machu Picchu.
Upon arrival at Machu Picchu, you will enjoy its magical energy, its mild climate, the fresh air, and the sense of peace you feel as soon as you enter, together with its natural beauty, artificial terraces, and incredible stone constructions seen in Inca buildings and ceremonial temples. The intensely green terraces and the imposing mountain range that surrounds the site form a stunning landscape that exceeds all expectations. You will be amazed by its enormous and impressive stone blocks joined together, making it unique as one of the most important religious, political, and cultural centers of the Inca Empire. The tour of Machu Picchu lasts approximately 2 hours, during which our guide will provide you with all the information and will be attentive to any questions you may have. By the end of this fascinating visit, you will have explored in depth the mysteries and history of Machu Picchu, taking with you a unique experience that will stay with you forever.
Back in the town of Aguas Calientes, you will have enough time to optionally enjoy the hot springs or take a short walk through the town of Machu Picchu, and then board the train back to Ollantaytambo, where we will pick you up to transfer you to your hotel in Cusco.
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Our journey starts early in the morning as we leave Cusco and begin a fantastic route to Puno. The trip follows the schedule below:
Upon arrival in Puno, we will pick you up from the bus station and transfer you to your hotel.
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We will pick you up from your hotel at around 6:40 a.m. and transfer you to the port on Lake Titicaca. After a 30-minute ride, we will arrive at the beautiful floating islands of Uros, unique in the world.
We will then continue our journey to Taquile, arriving at around 11:30 a.m. From the port, we will take a 40-minute walk up to the village, where we will visit Taquile for about 2 hours. We will enjoy its scenery, the display of handicrafts, and above all, the daily life of the islanders, who preserve and maintain their ancestral customs. We will have lunch here.
After lunch, we will return by boat to the city of Puno, arriving at around 4:30 p.m. You will have the rest of the afternoon free to rest or explore the city of Puno.
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We will have breakfast at the hotel and, at the appropriate time, we will transfer you to the Juliaca airport so you can board your return flight to Lima.
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2* Hotels
Hotel 7 Ventanas - Hotel Casa Elena, in Cusco
Hotel Wiracocha Inn - Hotel Terrazas De Luna, in Aguas Calientes
Hotel Colonial Plaza Inn - Hotel Xima, in Puno
Important: Depending on availability, a hotel of similar category will be assigned. (Subject to availability).
3* Hotels
Hotel Inkarri - Hotel Tika Wasi - Hotel Sueños Del Inca, in Cusco
Hotel Tara Machupicchu, in Aguas Calientes
Hotel La Hacienda Plaza - Hotel La Hacienda Puno - Hotel Tierra Viva, in Puno
Important: Depending on availability, a hotel of similar category will be assigned. (Subject to availability).
3* Superior Hotels
Hotel San Agustin Int. - Hotel Xima - Hotel Estancia San Blas, in Cusco
Hotel Taypikala Machupicchu - Hotel Inti Punku, in Aguas Calientes
Hotel Jose Antonio - Hotel Casa Andina Standard, in Puno
Important: Depending on availability, a hotel of similar category will be assigned. (Subject to availability).
4* Hotels
Hotel Costa Del Sol - Hotel Sonesta - Hotel San Agustin Plaza, in Cusco
Hotel Jaya Machupicchu - Hotel Hatun Inti Boutique, in Aguas Calientes
Hotel Sonesta Puno - Hotel Casa Andina Premium, in Puno
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