Machu Picchu Travel

Make your way through the Cusqueñan Andes and discover the most impressive natural attractions of this region, where history, culture, and countless adventures will be waiting for you! Cusco is one of the most complete travel destinations in Peru and here we’ll show you the best about it.

The Exploring Cusco package was thoughtfully designed for those nature lovers and adrenaline seekers looking to get fully immersed in the everlasting energy of the Andes. Here you’ll get to know the Sacred Valley of the Incas, Machu Picchu, the 7 Lakes of Ausangate, and much more!

TRIP ITINERARY

  • day 1

    Arrival in Cusco - Transfer to the hotel

    Our team will be waiting at the Cusco airport to take you to the hotel. We recommend drinking the famous Coca tea, known for helping with any altitude sickness symptoms. 

    After checking in at the hotel, our team will inform you about the city’s sights with a map, while also indicating restaurants, exchange offices, shops, and more. 

    Important Note: Cusco is located at 3,399 meters above sea level. Therefore, we highly recommend you take a few hours to get used to the altitude before exploring the beautiful Historic Center of Cusco.

    Overnight in Casa Andina Premium Cusco Hotel.

  • day 2

    Tour to Maras & Moray

    In the morning, we will start our tour towards the northeast of the city of Cusco. During our trip, we will observe impressive landscapes such as the mountains, the snow, and the plains of Maras, from where much of the food that supplies the City comes.
    The first archaeological site to visit is Moray, which is an important Inca center for agricultural experimentation. They are circular terraces that can measure 150 meters deep.
    Then we will continue visiting the village of Maras, where you can enjoy the magnificent colonial architecture in the local buildings. We will finish our tour with a visit to the Salineiras, from where the local culture continues extracting the same salt that the Incas extract. The place has become a tourist attraction, with approximately 3000 puddles of salt.

    We will finish our tour by returning to Cusco City.

    Overnight stay in Cusco.

  • day 3

    7 Lakes of Ausangate Trek (Private Service)

    We thought that this adrenaline-packed itinerary wouldn’t be complete without the 7 Lakes of Ausangate Trek, so we couldn’t leave it behind! On this occasion, you’ll get to visit one of the most visually striking parts of the Peruvian Andes.

    We’ll start early in the morning, our team will pick you up from the hotel and we’ll be bound for Pacchanta. The trek will take about 3 hours to complete on the way up but don’t worry since all that effort will be paid off with every step you take. The trail will take you through evergreen valleys and rumbling rivers surrounded by towering snow-capped mountains.

    Once we reach the first lagoon, you’ll realize that all that hard work has been totally rewarded. The region comprises several lagoons with turquoise, emerald, blue, and even pink colors, so you better get your camera ready!

    After visiting the 7 lagoons, we’ll head back to Pacchanta for a well-deserved lunch. Keep in mind that you can also get in the hot springs and just relax after this long walk. Later, we’ll head back to Cusco.

    Overnight in Cusco.

  • day 4

    Sacred Valley of the Incas – Aguas Calientes

    Breakfast at the hotel.

    On this day, we’ll depart in the morning for the Sacred Valley of the Incas Tour. We will make our first stop to visit the Awanacancha Traditional Textile Museum, just after enjoying the magnificent view of the Sacred Valley. 

    Following the itinerary, we’ll continue to visit Pisac, a small town recognized for its authentic cultural expression and the outstanding Pisac Archeological site. Later, we’ll have lunch in Urubamba, located right at the heart of the Sacred Valley. 

    Finishing the tour, we’ll get to Ollantaytambo, where we’ll get to visit one of the oldest villages in the Sacred Valley and its towering archeological site. After exploring the town of Ollantaytambo, We’ll board the train to Aguas Calientes, a town located in the middle of the mountains of the Peruvian jungle, surrounded by an impressive natural setting.

    Overnight in Aguas Calientes.

  • day 5

    Machu Picchu Private Guided Tour - Cusco

    The wait is finally over, now it’s time to live the dream! Our team will take you from the hotel to board the bus up to Machu Picchu. The bus ride takes about 30 minutes from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu’s main entrance. 

    Our professional guide will provide all the details about this wonder of the world, including the mysteries and fascinating facts of the Inca culture. After our time in Machu Picchu, we’ll go back to Aguas Calientes to return to the city of Cusco by train.

    Overnight in Cusco.

    Now, if you’d like to spice up your experience in Machu Picchu, please check out these additional services:

    ♦ Exclusive lunch at the Belmond Sanctuary Lodge Hotel, located just in front of the entrance to Machu Picchu.
    ♦ Return on the Vistadome train, a panoramic train with first-class seats.
    ♦ Entrance to Huayna Picchu Mountain. The most in-demand additional hike within Machu Picchu. This mountain offers an outstanding view of the citadel and great picture opportunities.

    For further information, please contact our sales team

  • day 6

    ATV Quad Bike Tour Rainbow Mountain (Private Service)

    This adventure was designed especially for travelers hungry for new experiences, and eager to reach indescribable places. As you may already know, the Rainbow Mountain is one of the highest attractions in Peru and its trail is quite demanding not only for the quality of the steep trail but also for factors related to altitude. Therefore, everyone is welcome to this experience!
    We will start our day in the morning, with the transfer from the city of Cusco to Pitumarca, where we will make our stop to have a generous breakfast. From Pitumarca, we will continue in our vehicle to the base parking for access to the Colored Mountain trail. At this location, we will take our quadricycles and safety equipment, as well as offer all the guidelines to pilot the quadricycles.
    The trail will be fully carried out on the vehicle, taking up to a 5-minute walk from the mountain lookout. When you reach the highest point, you will be able to take many photos and enjoy the beauty of this place, which is one of the most fascinating in Peru!

    The return will also be done by quad bike to the parking lot. The service is performed privately, where each passenger will have access to their own quad bike (except for children). It is a unique and very fun experience! 

    Overnight stay in Cusco.

  • day 7

    Transfer to Cusco Airport

    Breakfast at the hotel.

    Our team will be waiting for you at the hotel to take you to the airport 2 hours before your flight departure. This will be the last of our services.

    Quick Tip: If your flight from Cusco to Lima departs in the afternoon, we encourage you to visit some of the museums within the historic center: The Contemporary Art Museum, the Regional Museum, the Coricancha Museum, and the Popular Art Museum. Don’t worry about the entrance fees, they are all included in your Cusco Tourist Ticket!

    Check-In & Check-Out Times:
    Cusco: Check-in time at 10:00 a.m. | Check-out time at 9:00 a.m.
    - Aguas Calientes: Check in time at 9:00 a.m. | Check out time at 10:00 a.m.

INCLUDED

Hotels with breakfast
• 05 hotel nights in Cusco
• 01 hotel night in Aguas Calientes

Tours and Excursions
• Tour Maras, Moray and Saltpans + Box Lunch | Regular Service
• 7 Lakes of Ausangate Trek | Private Service
• Tour Sacred Valley of the Incas + buffet lunch | Regular service
• Guided visit to Machu Picchu | Private service
• Quad Bike Tour Rainbow Mountain  | Service private. 
• Tourist Train | Ollantaytambo > Aguas Calientes
• Tourist Bus | Aguas Calientes > Machu Picchu > Aguas Calientes
• Entrance to the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu
• Tourist Train | Machu Picchu > Ollantaytambo or Cusco
• Tickets to all archaeological complexes to visit

Transfers all in private
• Transfer Airport > Hotel in Cusco
• Transfer to Cusco or Ollantaytambo Station > Hotel in Cusco
• Transfer Cusco Hotel > Airport

Benefits of Viagens Machu Picchu
• 24-hour assistance in Portuguese / English / Spanish
• Professional guides and staff on all tours and excursions
• Spanish and English excursions
• Personalized concierge and support during the trip

Not Included
• Travel insurance
• International and domestic airfare
• Food and beverages not mentioned above
• Extra expenses: tip, laundry, phone calls and not informed in the itinerary

Prices

Hotels Categories Validity
Cusco: -Rojas Inn, San Francisco Plaza, El Andariego, or Similar Room Standard 5 night(s) - Breakfast
Aguas Calientes: -Flower House, Ferré Boulevard Machu Picchu, Sacred Stone Boutique, or Similar Room Standard 1 night(s) - Breakfast
Economic
AccommodationPackage value per person.
of 01/01/2023 to 31/12/2023
Single $ 1,728 USD Double $ 1,188 USD Triple $ 1,024 USD
Cusco: -Casona Plaza Cusco, San Agustin Internacional, Taypikala Cusco, or Similar Room Standard 5 night(s) - Breakfast
Aguas Calientes: -Ferré Machu Picchu, Hatun Inti Classic, Tara Machupicchu, or Similar Room Standard 1 night(s) - Breakfast
Turística
AccommodationPackage value per person.
of 01/01/2023 to 31/12/2023
Single $ 1,786 USD Double $ 1,217 USD Triple $ 1,086 USD
Cusco: -Xima Cusco ,Terra Andina, San Agustin Dorado, or Similar Room Standard 5 night(s) - Breakfast
Aguas Calientes: -Taypikala, Tierra Viva Machu Picchu, Golden Sunrise, or Similar Room Standard 1 night(s) - Breakfast
First
AccommodationPackage value per person.
of 01/01/2023 to 31/12/2023
Single $ 2,001 USD Double $ 1,303 USD Triple $ 1,158 USD
Cusco: -Hilton Garden Inn, Sonesta Cusco, Costa del Sol Ramada, or Similar Room Standard 5 night(s) - Breakfast
Aguas Calientes: -El Mapi By Inkaterra, Hatun Inti Boutique, or Similar Room Standard 1 night(s) - Breakfast
Premium
AccommodationPackage value per person.
of 01/01/2023 to 31/12/2023
Single $ 2,214 USD Double $ 1,439 USD Triple $ 1,323 USD
Cusco: -Belmond Palacio Nazarenas, Belmond Hotel Monasterio, JW Marriott, Casa Cartagena Boutique, or Similar Room Standard 5 night(s) - Breakfast
Aguas Calientes: -Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo, Sumaq Machu Picchu, Belmond Sanctuary Lodge, or Similar Room Standard 1 night(s) - Breakfast
Luxury
AccommodationPackage value per person.
of 01/01/2023 to 31/12/2023
Request a Quote $ 0 USD

Optional Tours

Buffet Lunch at Sanctuary Lodge Restaurant:
Located within the luxurious Sanctuary Lodge hotel (formerly Orient Express), it is the only hotel facing Machu Picchu.
• From USD 45.00 per person.

Return Train Vistadome Service:
First-class train with panoramic views.
• From USD 60.00 per person.

Return Train Vistadome Observatory Service:
Experience a journey of luxury and culture on the first-class train, with live entertainment of shows and traditional dances in the observatory car, ensuring a unique and thrilling experience.
• From USD 80.00 per person.

Entrance to Machu Picchu or Huayna Picchu Mountain:
A short trail from the Inca citadel to the Wayna Picchu lookout, a strategic and unique place offering the most complete view of the Machu Picchu Citadel.
• From USD 65.00 per person.

Apukunaq Tianan Quad Bike:
These sculptures, also known as "The Abode of the Gods," are a monument aiming to represent Inca deities and Andean beliefs, offering a glimpse into the culture of this region.
• From USD 150.00 per person.

Professional Photographer:
Throughout all tours, our professional photographer will capture the most beautiful and unforgettable moments.
Price on Request.

Private Tours and Excursions:
Ideal for those who desire a more personalized service where tour schedules can be adjusted, meaning there is more flexibility and tours and excursions can be tailored according to the client's preference.

General information

1. Would my admission ticket to Machu Picchu be refundable if I change the date or cancel my trip?

Recently, the Ministry of Culture of Peru made an update about the changes to the admission ticket to Machu Picchu: all ticket sales are now final. Therefore, the tickets we purchase as part of your tour package are not refundable, and also cannot be transferred to another person or modified to another date.

2. Do you arrange commercial and international flights?

At the moment, we do not arrange international or commercial flights. However, we will help you organize your trip and flight schedules before traveling abroad. Make sure to contact our team and get personalized assistance for planning your trip.

3. Do you organize personalized travel packages?

Yes, we do. Our main goal as a travel agency is to provide an authentic adventure in our country. So, if you want to travel off the beaten path or get the best trip itinerary for Peru, contact our team.

4. Do you offer private tours?

Yes, we do have private excursions to different locations in Peru. We look forward to guaranteeing comfort and showing you much of our history and culture.

5. How do I book a travel package?

Booking a travel package is as easy as requesting a quote on any of our options. Once you’ve filled in your details, one of our travel assistants will contact you. If you still have no idea what you’d like to do during your stay in Peru, don’t worry, we are here to help you.

Our sales team will handle all the details of your trip. They will also give you options for the destinations in our country, so you’ll realize that planning a trip abroad has never been easier.

6. How far in advance should I book my trip?

Usually, we recommend booking your trip 2-3 months in advance. This is especially true for long stays in Peru. Viagens Machu Picchu works with 3 to 5-star hotels. Most of them request booking weeks in advance, they also book tours, train rides, transportation options, and other services.

7. What is the best train for Machu Picchu: Expedition or Vistadome?

We recommend you take the Expedition train on the way to Aguas Calientes since most of the departure times are generally when it’s dark. The expedition train has simpler wagons with smaller windows.

Usually, the return takes place during daylight. That's why we recommend you take the Vistadome train. It has panoramic windows, where you'll enjoy the striking scenery of this road. Also, the Vistadome train offers onboard service and typical dance shows.

8. Are the train tickets included in the package?

Yes, all our packages include round-trip train tickets. Except for those who may choose to go to Machu Picchu by trek. In this case, we’ll only cover the return ticket.

9. Can I choose seats on train trips?

Unfortunately, Peru Rail (the railway company) does not allow passengers to choose seats on any of their different types of trains. The distribution of these is done automatically by the company’s system.

10. During the trip to Machu Picchu, where will my largest luggage stay?

Bags that weigh more than 5kg are not allowed on the train or in the Archeological Site of Machu Picchu. Therefore, you must leave your large luggage in the storage service of your accommodation.

For your trip to Machu Picchu, we highly recommend you carry a light backpack with just the essentials for your comfort.

11. What are the Huayna Picchu and Machu Picchu Mountains?

Those are the surrounding mountains of the Inca Citadel. Huayna Picchu is 2,720 meters above sea level, offering a great view of the site and several Inca ruins along the trail.

Machu Picchu Mountain is located 3,082 meters above sea level and serves as another viewpoint of the famous historical sanctuary. Yet, the trek to its summit is significantly less challenging than the Huayna Picchu mountain.

To trek either of these mounts, you must purchase an additional entrance ticket well in advance. For more information, contact your travel agent.

12. What Currency is Used in Peru?

Nuevo Soles is the local currency in Peru, banknotes come in denominations of 200, 100, 50, 20, and 10. Whilst coins come in 5, 2, 1, 0.50, 0.20, and 0,10 units.

13. What is the best currency to use in Peru: US Dollars or Soles?

Almost all establishments accept payments in US Dollars. However, we highly recommend you have both Dollars and Soles (the local currency). There might be places where you’ll need to pay only with Soles.

14. What are the Peru entry requirements?

Depending on your nationality, you would either need a tourist visa, valid passport, or your national I.D. card to enter Peru, for example:

- Passport: Concerns to every country that isn’t in the Andean Community. It must have a validity of at least 6 months. - Tourist Visa: This applies to visitors from Venezuela, Haití, El Salvador, Nicaragua, and Cuba. The national ID card is valid for all the members of the Andean Community. This includes Colombia, Ecuador, Bolivia, Chile, and Argentina.

                                                                                Changes & Cancellations

1. If a tour is canceled due to weather conditions, will I get a refund?

Tour cancellations due to bad weather conditions have no refund, as they are factors beyond our control. However, we’d like to ensure the integrity of our passengers by acknowledging that some other situations may be taken into account. Therefore, if there is any inconvenience, contact your travel agent.

2. Can I change the starting date of my travel package?

Yes, you can change the starting date of your travel package. However, an administrative fee of 10% to 50% of the package's total value will be charged. The fee depends on how close it is to your trip's original date. This depends on availability and supplier policies.

3. Can I cancel my trip?

Affirmative, you can definitely cancel your trip. Your options for a refund are, however, subject to certain rules. Only a limited sum will be refunded by Viagens Machu Picchu under the following circumstances:

There won't be a fee if you cancel up to 50 days before your trip. You'll get a 10% price cut on the deposit commission and other administrative fees.

- You will be charged a 50% fee of the package's total value for cancellations made 21 to 39 days before the start date.

- Up to 20 days before the starting date, there will be a 50% fine on the total value of the package.

- Up to 10 days before the starting date, there will be an 80% fine of the total value of the package.

- For cancellations made less than 7 days before the starting date, the total value of the package will be withheld.

Important Note: Viagens Machu Picchu will have up to 50 days to refund the money to the passenger. This is according to the aforementioned conditions, from the date of trip cancellation.

For further information, we have a section with the most Frequently Asked Questions about Peru, Machu Picchu, and our company.

Payment Methods

To confirm your booking, we will send you a link with 25% of the total amount; the remaining 75% must be paid 15 days prior to the trip. Payment can be in US Dollars, credit, or debit card. For payment in installments of the remaining value, please consult your travel agent.

Our current payment methods are through PayPal and Visa.

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