Explore Cusco, Machu Picchu, and Puno with this fascinating 6-day tour. Immerse yourself in historical richness by exploring the imposing Cathedral, the mystical Qoricancha, and the ancient ruins of Sacsayhuaman. Discover the magic of the Sacred Valley of the Incas, visiting Pisac and Ollantaytambo before marveling at Machu Picchu.
Our journey continues to Puno, where you'll visit fascinating places such as Andahuaylillas and Raqchi along the way. In Puno, sail on Lake Titicaca to explore the Uros and Taquile islands, immersing yourself in the authenticity of local culture and enjoying breathtaking landscapes. Join us and experience the magic of the Peruvian Andes!
On this trip to Cusco, we will begin with a warm welcome and transfer to the hotel from the airport. After lunch, we will start our city tour around 1:00 pm, with our first stop being the Cathedral of Cusco. Next, we will visit Qoricancha, an Inca site dedicated to the Sun. We will then proceed to Sacsayhuaman, known as the "house of the sun" in Inca times, featuring monumental stone blocks, followed by Qenqo, a Quechua word meaning "labyrinth," and Puka-Pukara, the red fortress. We will conclude at Tambomachay, a water shrine. The tour ends in Plaza de Armas at around 6:00 pm.
Overnight stay in Cusco.
We will start the day with breakfast, and at 7:30 am, we will depart for the archaeological center of Pisac, located 45 minutes from Cusco. Pisac will provide insight into the advanced Incan knowledge of architecture. More than just a fortress, it was a "royal hacienda" during the reign of Pachacutec, featuring agricultural terraces, domestic structures, and aqueducts. Its artisan market offers unique and authentic souvenirs.
Next, we will have a buffet lunch in Urubamba, an Incan agricultural center, and explore Ollantaytambo, an agricultural and astronomical fortress. The strategically positioned Colcas and stone blocks highlight its significance. Finally, we will board the train to Aguas Calientes, where we will spend the night and visit Machu Picchu the next day.
Overnight stay in Aguas Calientes.
On this exciting day, we will explore the modern wonder of Machu Picchu. We will start early with a transfer to the bus station, where you will have a 25-minute bus journey to the majestic Archaeological Sanctuary. Upon arrival, you will enjoy the magical energy and natural beauty, featuring green terraces, Incan constructions, and ceremonial temples. The guided tour, lasting approximately 2 hours, will unveil the history and mysteries of Machu Picchu. Dazzled by massive stone blocks and the surrounding mountain range, you will experience the uniqueness of this Incan cultural center. After the visit, you will return to Aguas Calientes, with optional time to enjoy the hot springs or take a short stroll through the town. Finally, you will take the train back to Ollantaytambo, where you will be transferred to your hotel in Cusco.
Overnight stay in Cusco.
The journey from Cusco to Puno starts early, covering various fascinating stops. It begins at 7:30 a.m. from Cusco, visiting Andahuaylillas at 8:30 a.m., Raqchi at 11:00 a.m., and enjoying a buffet lunch in Sicuani at 12:10 p.m. Subsequently, you will reach 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 will transfer you from the bus station to your hotel for an overnight stay in Puno.
Overnight stay in Puno.
The day begins with a transfer from the hotel at 6:40 a.m. to the port of Lake Titicaca. After a short 30-minute journey, you will reach the fascinating Floating Islands of the Uros, unique in the world. Subsequently, the journey continues to Taquile, arriving at 11:30 a.m., followed by a 40-minute walk to the village. Here, you will enjoy a 2-hour time exploring the landscape, local craftsmanship, and ancestral customs of the inhabitants. Lunch is served in Taquile. Afterward, return by boat to Puno, arriving around 4:30 p.m. The evening is free to rest or explore Puno.
Overnight stay in Puno.
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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We warmly welcome you and pick you up from Cusco airport to take you to your hotel. After lunch, we will pick you up from your hotel around 1:00 pm to start our city tour, beginning with Cusco Cathedral, one of the most important temples in Peru, consisting of three buildings called Basilica, Triumph, and Holy Family. Inside, you will find artistic pieces created by the Cusco school. Next, we will visit Qoricancha, this marvelous site built by the Incas for Sun worship was modified by the Spaniards for the evangelization of the indigenous people during the Viceroyalty. Inside, you can still observe walls built with great precision by the Incas, as well as artistic Catholic religious pieces.
We will continue our guided tour by exploring the archaeological sites near the city of Cusco. We will start with Sacsayhuaman, whose name means "satisfied falcon." This site was built with enormous stone blocks and during the Inca period, it 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 meaning "labyrinth," named so because of its underground galleries and small canals carved in zigzag. We will continue our journey visiting Puka–Pukara, also known as the red fortress, built with red-toned stones. Finally, we will reach Tambomachay, an Inca shrine dedicated to water.
We conclude our tour at the beautiful Plaza de Armas in Cusco, around 6:00 pm.
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After the tour, take a walk around Plaza de Armas and its surroundings, where you can appreciate the work of Cusco artisans in craft shops. You can also taste the famous Peruvian cuisine in nearby restaurants or simply take a break on one of the benches in Plaza de Armas and then take the classic photo for remembrance in a warm atmosphere despite the cold Cusco nights. If you enjoy the nightlife, around the square, you will find many discos and bars full of tourists and locals looking to have fun.
We will start our day with breakfast at your hotel. Around 7:30 a.m., we will pick you up from your hotel and start visiting the Archaeological Center of Pisac, located 45 minutes from Cusco. Pisac will give you an idea of the advanced knowledge that the Incas achieved in architecture in their time.
Some studies reveal that it was not a fortress but a kind of "royal hacienda" during the government period of the Inca Pachacutec, composed of terraces, domestic, ceremonial structures, and aqueducts that provided water for agricultural exploitation. Another compelling reason to visit Pisac is its craft market, where you can find unique and authentic souvenirs.
At noon, we will head to the town of Urubamba to enjoy a buffet lunch that will allow you to taste delicious Peruvian cuisine. Urubamba was one of the main agricultural centers of the Inca Empire. Currently, the best corn in the world is cultivated here, and during the rainy season, the valley is filled with native fruits such as peaches, capulí, quince, and high-quality strawberries, among others.
In the afternoon, we will visit the Ollantaytambo Fortress, which was an agricultural, religious, and astronomical center. This is deduced by the Colcas, deposits of agricultural products for conservation based on the wind system (agricultural deposits), and by its finely carved and strategically placed stone blocks in the direction of the Sun God to manage and control the Sacred Valley. This archaeological site comprises a series of superimposed terraces, showing the impressive and large stone blocks located on the upper terrace. It is in Ollantaytambo that we will board the train to Aguas Calientes to visit Machu Picchu early the next day.
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On this day, we will have an exciting journey where you get to explore one of the wonders of the modern world, "Machu Picchu." We will start early, facilitating your transfer to the bus station for a brief journey of approximately 25 minutes that will take you to the majestic Archaeological Sanctuary of Machu Picchu.
Upon reaching Machu Picchu, you will enjoy its magical energy, temperate climate, fresh air, tranquility from the moment you enter, natural beauty, artificial terraces, and incredible stone constructions represented in its Inca enclosures and ceremonial temples. Its intense green terraces and the imposing mountain range surrounding it create a beautiful 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 Machu Picchu tour lasts approximately 2 hours, during which our guide will provide you with all the information and be attentive to all your questions. At the end of this fascinating tour, you will have thoroughly explored the mysteries and history of Machu Picchu, carrying with you a unique experience that will linger in your memories.
Returning to the town of Aguas Calientes, you will have enough time to optionally enjoy its thermal baths or take a short walk through the town of Machu Picchu before finally boarding 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 begins early in the morning to leave Cusco and start a fantastic tour to Puno, the itinerary includes the following schedule:
Upon arriving in Puno, we will pick you up from the bus station to transfer you to your hotel.
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We will pick you up from your hotel at approximately 6:40 a.m. and transfer you to the port of Lake Titicaca. After a 30-minute journey, we will arrive at the beautiful floating islands of Uros, unique in the world.
We will continue the journey to Taquile, arriving at 11:30 a.m. Then, we will take a 40-minute walk from the port to the town, visiting Taquile for about 2 hours. You will appreciate its landscape, the display of craftsmanship, and, above all, the experiences of the islanders, who maintain and preserve their ancestral customs. Here, you can have lunch.
After lunch, we embark on the return journey by boat to the city of Puno, arriving at approximately 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 for your return flight to Lima.
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