Discovering Cusco

Description

Cusco is one of the most interesting Peruvian destinations, as you will discover during this five-day fascinating tour around the city’s main attractions. Visit the Imperial City’s stunning archaeological ruins, explore some of the most spectacular sceneries on the planet, and admire the magnificent citadel of Machu Picchu.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Cusco: Visit this ancient Inca capital, admiring the mixture of pre-Columbian ruins and Spanish colonial architecture.

Coricancha: One of the most famous temples in the city of Cusco, the Convent of Santo Domingo, was built on top of this Inca temple.

Cathedral: Visit the most imposing monument of the Plaza de Armas, admiring the Gothic-Renaissance style which is inherited from the Spanish cathedrals of the XVI century.

Sacsayhuaman: This emblematic Inca construction was built by the Inca ruler Pachacuti in the 15th century. It is an immense fortress made up of large, hard to carry stones. How the stones were perfectly put together is still a mystery.

Machu Picchu: The Lost City of the Incas is hidden on top of a mysterious Andean peak and offers views of the mountain range and a glimpse into the Inca’s enigmatic past.

Included

TOUR GUIDE:

  • Spanish and English-speaking local guide

ACCOMMODATION:

  • 4 nights' accommodation

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1-2 and 4 Cusco:

Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva Cusco or similar 3*

Superior Hotel Category = Hilton Garden Inn or similar 4*

Deluxe Hotel Category = Aranwa Cusco Boutique or similar 5*

Day 3 Sacred Valley:

Standard Hotel Category = AVA Spots or similar 3*

Superior Hotel Category = Sonesta Posadas del Inca Yucay or similar 4*

Deluxe Hotel Category = Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba or similar 5*

OPTIONAL EXTRA:

Pre-/Post night in Cusco:

Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva Cusco or similar 3*

Superior Hotel Category = Hilton Garden Inn or similar 4*

Deluxe Hotel Category = Aranwa Cusco Boutique or similar 5*

MEALS:

  • 4 Breakfasts
  • 2 Lunches (day 3, 4)

TRANSPORT:

  • Transfers from/ to airport in a private vehicle
  • Shared transfers from and to the train stations
  • Roundtrip train to Machu Picchu in Expedition Service (PeruRail) or Voyager (IncaRail)
  • Bus Aguas Calientes/ Machu Picchu/ Aguas Calientes.

ENTRANCE FEES AND ACTIVITIES:

  • Admission to all major monuments and sightseeing attractions mentioned in the above itinerary: Coricancha, Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Tambomachay and Puka Pukara in Cusco, Ollantaytambo and Living Museum of Yucay in Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu on day 4

Excluded

  • Expenditures of a personal nature, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages during meals, meals or items not stated explicitly in the programme
  • Tips for driver and guide
  • Additional optional visits
  • International flights to Peru
  • Domestic flights (we advise booking the first flights in the morning)
  • International and domestic airport departure taxes.

Know before you go

Comfortable and light clothing is recommended for visiting the coastal areas of Peru, while for the high Andean area the use of warm clothing is recommended. It is not recommended that visitors wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or short clothes when visiting religious temples or official buildings. Sunscreen, sunglasses, hat and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.

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