The Charm of Cusco, Private Tour

Description

Cusco is much more than a very popular destination! Discover its beauty and charm during 4 fascinating days visiting its main attractions that this private tour has to offer. Visit the imperial city, the impressive archaeological remains such as Sacsayhuamán or Coricancha and explore some of the most spectacular views of this planet on its way to the magnificent citadel and the mountain of Machu Picchu.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Cusco: The ancient Inca capital is a unique blend of pre- Columbian past with Spanish architecture. Its temples, squares and streets are surrounded by hills that hide amazing places like Sacsayhuamán, Qenqo, PukaPukara and Tambomachay. 

Machu Picchu: The Lost City of the Incas hidden on top of an Andean peak. It offers not only views of the mountain range, but also of the Inca past.

Coricancha: Impressive sample of convergence between the Inca and the Spanish worlds. It was the temple dedicated to the veneration of the sun. Later, with the arrival of the Spaniards, its foundations were used as a base for the construction of the Santo Domingo convent.

Sacsayhuaman: An immense Inca fortress erected in the fifteenth century on top of a hill above Cusco. Its gigantic stones are a sign of its grandeur that continues to amaze visitors 500 years later.

Included

TOUR GUIDE: 

  • Operated with English, Spanish, Portuguese or French-speaking local guide on private basis on days 2 and 3

ACCOMMODATION:

  • 3 nights' accommodation

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Days 1-3 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*

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:

  • 3 Breakfasts
  • Lunch on day 3

TRANSPORT:

  • Private transfer from airport to hotel in Cusco
  • Private transfer from hotel in Cusco to train station in Ollantaytambo. 
  • Roundtrip train to Machu Picchu in Expedition Service (PeruRail) or Voyager (IncaRail) for Standard and Superior category, and Vistadome Service (Perú Rail) or 360° (Inca Rai) for Deluxe category
  • Shared bus from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu
  • Shared Bus from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes
  • Private transfer from train station in Ollantaytambo to hotel in Cusco
  • Private transfer from hotel to airport in Cusco

ENTRANCE FEES AND ACTIVITIES:

  • All visits mentioned in the itinerary: Coricancha, Cathedral, Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Tambomachay and Puca Pucara in Cusco on day 2; Machu Picchu on day 3.

Excluded

  • Personal expenses, drinks and meals not explicitly mentioned in the programme.
  • Tips for driver and guide.
  • International flights to Peru.
  • Domestic flights (it is advised to book the first flights in the morning).
  • Domestic and foreign airport 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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