Vacations in Peru: Cusco, Machu Picchu And Puno 6 Days

Discover the mystery of the Peruvian Andes, starting in Cusco, the capital of the Inca Empire, a city full of history and culture. You will get to know the towns of the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu, where you will recharge your energies on the top of the mountain; it will undoubtedly be unforgettable. Finally, we will visit the South Valley and its villages, then the city of Puno and Lake Titicaca where you will interact with the inhabitants of the lake on the Uros and Taquile islands. This is a fantastic tourist package that includes: Cusco, Machu Picchu and Puno, the best alternative to know the culture of the Peruvian Andes.

INCLUDES:

• 02 nights hotel accommodation in Cusco.
• 01 night hotel accommodation in Aguas Calientes.
• 02 nights hotel accommodation in Puno.
• Ingress to all tourist destinations mentioned in the program, including Cusco, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, South Valley and Puno.
• Train ticket to Aguas Calientes roundtrip.
• Machu Picchu Bus Ticket Roundtrip.
• All transfers to the Airport and bus and train stations in private service.
• Group guide, professional English-Spanish guide.
• Buffet lunch in the Sacred Valley - day 2.
• Lunch on the way to the South Valley - day 4.
• Walk to the floating islands in Puno.
• Tourist Bus for the South Valley, Cusco - Puno tour.

NOT INCLUDED:

• Airfare
• Food not mentioned
• Other services not mentioned.

DAY 1: CUSCO CITY AND VICINITY

Welcome and pick up from the airport or bus station in Cusco. In the afternoon, at approximately 1:10p.m., we will pick you up from the hotel and start our city tour. We will start with the Cathedral of Cusco, which houses in its walls priceless artistic treasures, and is considered by many the most beautiful 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.

We continue with Sacsayhuaman- Quechua word that 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. Then, we will visit Qenqo- Quechua word meaning "Labyrinth" named by the Spanish for its labyrinthine underground galleries and small canals carved in zigzag. We will continue our tour visiting Puka-Pukara, called the Red Fortress, which is built with stones in that color tone. And finally, we will arrive at Tambomachay which was an Inca temple dedicated to water worship. Our tour ends at the Plaza de Armas of Cusco, at approximately 6:00 pm. Night in Cusco.

INCLUDES:

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

NOT INCLUDED:

• Food.
• Other services not mentioned.

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, despite the cold nights of Cusco. And if you like the night atmosphere 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.

DAY 2: SACRED VALLEY - CUSCO – PISAC – OLLANTAYTAMBO

Breakfast at the hotel. At 8:00 AM pick up from your hotel and start visiting the archaeological site of Pisac located 45 minutes from Cusco by private transport. Pisac will give you an idea of advanced knowledge achieved by the Incas in architecture. As in other Inca constructions, some studies show that this was not a fortress but a kind of "real estate", property of Inca Pachacutec, consisting of platforms, domestic and ceremonial structures and aqueducts that provided the water for agriculture. Another good reason to visit Pisac is its traditional market, where you can find some unique and authentic memorabilia.

At noon, we head to the town of Urubamba where we will have a buffet lunch during which you can enjoy the delicious Peruvian cuisine. Urubamba was one of the main agricultural centers of the Inca Empire. Currently, the best corn in the world is harvested here and during the rainy season the fruits of the valley are abundant, such as peaches, cherries, quinces, strawberries, among others.

In the afternoon, we will visit the fortress of Ollantaytambo, which was a strategic military, agricultural and religious center with the purpose of managing and controlling the Sacred Valley of the Incas; this is deduced from the constructions that were presumably used for agricultural, as well as for military purposes, as walls and watchtowers (probably to protect them from jungle ethnicities). This archaeological site comprises a series of superimposed terraces, showing impressive and large stone blocks finely carved and placed on the upper terrace. At the end of the tour in Ollantaytambo, we will board the train heading to Aguas Calientes, so that the next day we can visit Machu Picchu early. Night in Aguas Calientes.

INCLUDES:

• Night hotel in Aguas Calientes.
• Entry to Pisac, Ollantaytambo.
• Tourist bus transfers.
• Guided group services, professional guide English - Spanish.
• Buffet lunch

NOT INCLUDED:

• Other services not mentioned.

RECOMMENDATIONS:

• We suggest suitable footwear, you will climb stairs with many steps.
• Bring a small backpack, camera, wear a hat, sunscreen, insect repellent, and a water bottle.
• In Pisac, do not forget to try the delicious empanadas, and purchase an artisan souvenir/memorabilia.
• In Urubamba enjoy a delicious buffet lunch where we invite you to try the corn of Sacred Valley.

DAY 3: CUSCO - MACHU PICCHU - CUSCO

Very early breakfast, we will transfer to the bus station to go up to the Archeological Sanctuary of Machu Picchu. The trip will take 25 minutes; upon arrival we will see the stunning sunrise and begin the guided tour of one of the 7 Wonders of the Modern World; our specialist guide will explain the history and architecture of the citadel. You will be amazed at the Inca constructions and the natural environment that surrounds them. After the tour you will have some free time to continue exploring and take the photos to remember your visit. We will return by bus to Aguas Calientes and will have time to have lunch, rest and get to know the town. In the afternoon, we will board the return train to Ollantaytambo station, where our staff will be waiting for you to take you on our way to your hotel in Cusco. Night in Cusco.

INCLUDES:

• Hotel night in Cusco.
• Informative briefing before the tour.
• Transfers from Ollantaytambo train station to Cusco
• Bus ticket round trip Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu.
• Entrance to Machu Picchu.
• Guide group services.
• Spanish - English professional guide.

NOT INCLUDED:

• Other services not mentioned.

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.

DAY 4: SOUTH VALLEY - PUNO

We start the ride very early; we will leave Cusco and begin a fantastic journey through the South Valley up to Puno. Night in Puno.

• Cusco (3400 m) - Departure: 7:30 AM.
• Andahuaylillas (3122 m) - Visiting times: 8:30 AM.
• Raqchi (3450 m) - Visiting times: 11:00 AM.
• Sicuani (3552 m) - Lunch buffet: Time: 12:10 PM
• Abra La Raya (4335 m) - Visiting times: 02:15 PM.
• Pukara Museum (3900 m) - Time: 3:30 PM.
• Puno (3800 m) - Arrival Time: 05:00 PM.

INCLUDES:

• Hotel Night in Puno.
• Transfer hotel - bus station - hotel.
• Bus to Puno in tourist service.
• Lunch.
• Entrance tickets.
• Guided group service
• Spanish - English professional guide.

NOT INCLUDED:

• Other services not mentioned.

DAY 5: UROS - TAQUILE - PUNO

We pick you up from your hotel at 6:40 AM and we transport you to the port of Lake Titicaca; after a 30 minute drive, we reach the beautiful floating islands of the Uros, unique in the world. We continue the trip to the island of Taquile, arriving at 11:30 AM. After a walk of 40 minutes from the port to the village, we will visit Taquile for 2 hours; we will enjoy the scenery, handicraft exhibitions and above all, the customs and ancestral traditions of the inhabitants of the island. There you can have lunch and enjoy its rich cuisine. Night in Puno.

INCLUDES:

• Transfers.
• Guided tour to the islands and entrances.
• Hotel night in Puno.
• Lunch

NOT INCLUDED:

• Other services not mentioned.

RECOMMENDATIONS:

Beware of cold. We suggest that you carry a small backpack, a camera, wear a hat, sunscreen and a water bottle.

DAY 6: JULIACA - LIMA

Breakfast at the hotel and transfer to Juliaca airport. This ends our great experience in the South of Peru.

IMPORTANT:

• TRAINS: Our service includes the EXPEDITION or VOYAGER Train and can be upgraded to the VISTADOME Train category with an additional US$ 50.00 per person round trip.
• HOTELS: You can choose packages based on the type of hotel, and you can also choose hotels for your tour that are not included in our offer. Before confirming, please let us know which hotel you prefer, and we will add it to the package.
• PRIVATE: Please consult with one of our advisors if you want any of the services to be private.

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