Machu Picchu Travel

This 15-day itinerary will take you on an adventure through the most exciting destinations of Peru, including: Lima, Paracas, Huacachina, Nazca, Arequipa, Puno and Cusco. On this occasion, you’ll get to know the main cultural and historical monuments of the Historic Center of Lima, as well as the otherworldly landscapes of the Paracas National Reserve. 

But the adventure doesn’t stop there since we have so much to do afterwards, like visiting the exotic oasis of Huacachina, the mysterious Nazca Lines, the White City of Arequipa, the world’s highest navigable lake in Puno, the Imperial City of Cusco, and the Machu Picchu citadel.

TRIP ITINERARY

  • day 1

    Arrival in Lima - Transfer to the Hotel

    Our team will be waiting for you at Lima’s airport to take you to the hotel. Our 24-hour assistance team will contact you in advance to provide you with detailed travel itinerary information, as well as information on what to do in the surrounding area, restaurants, stores, and more. 

    We highly recommend taking some time to rest so you can experience Lima at its fullest. Don’t miss the chance to try the famous Peruvian gastronomy and visit its beautiful neighborhoods.

    Overnight in Lima.

    According to your arrival time, ask for our optional tours:
    - Magic Water Circuit Tour (Dinner Show Included).
    - Pachacamac Archeological Site Tour.

  • day 2

    Modern and Colonial City Tour in Lima

    Breakfast in the Hotel.

    What better way to explore Lima’s historic center than taking a guided tour with a local expert. In this opportunity, you’ll get to know the attractions with more historical and cultural value within the center of the city, such as Parque de Exposición, Plaza Grau, Paseo de los Heroes Navales, Plaza San Martín, the Main Square, Palacio del Gobierno, and the Cathedral of Lima.

    The Historic Center of Lima was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1991 since it comprises over 600 historical monuments from the Colonial era. After our visit, we’ll continue to the Miraflores district to have a panoramic view from the outside of Huaca Pucllana, one of the 54 “Huacas” found in Lima, and a well-preserved Pre-Inca sanctuary inside the city.

    After a morning of exploring and getting to know the history of Lima, you’ll have the rest of the day off to explore and continue to enjoy the city.

    Overnight in Lima.

  • day 3

    Lima to Paracas | Paracas National Reserve Tour

    On this day, we’ll continue down the Pacific Coast to meet our next destination, Paracas. We’ll travel along with the Pacific sea breeze on a comfortable tourist bus. 

    During the bus ride, the beauty of the dunes and the vineyard valleys will continue to captivate us until we finally reach Paraca town. After arriving at the hotel, we’ll continue to our next adventure!

    The Paracas National Reserve awaits to be rediscovered, this spectacular location is home to over 400 species of flora and fauna. It was declared a national reserve in 1975 to preserve its diverse wildlife. 

    We’ll be privileged to have a guided tour through this remote location, where we'll see the Humboldt penguins, sea lions, exotic birds such as the red-footed guanay cormorants, and more.

    Overnight in Paracas.

  • day 4

    Ballestas Islands Boat Tour | Huacachina to Nazca

    Breakfast at the hotel.

    In this opportunity, we’ll be able to visit another of Peru’s natural wonders on a boat trip, the Ballestas Islands, which are a group of different rock formations and islands located in the Paracas peninsula. They are home to the Humboldt penguins, exotic birds, and hundreds of sea lions.

    Later, we’ll continue to Huacachina, the only natural oasis in South America. In this location, we’ll take a dune buggy ride that will take us through several dunes as if we were on a roller coaster! Finishing this exciting adventure, we’ll continue to the city of Nazca.

    Overnight in Nazca.

  • day 5

    Flight Over the Nazca Lines | Nazca to Arequipa

    One of the world’s biggest mysteries awaits you, the Nazca Lines are surely one of the most in-demand attractions in Peru. They can only be fully appreciated by taking a flight since most of them are hidden in plain sight.

    On this occasion, you’ll be able to observe the most well-preserved geoglyphs of this region: The Monkey, the Hummingbird, the Astronaut, the Spider, and more. Once the flight is over, we’ll continue on an overnight trip to Arequipa, the white city.

    Overnight bus with semi-bed first-class seats.

  • day 6

    Arrival in Arequipa | Afternoon City Tour

    Arrival and transfer to the hotel in Arequipa.

    After lunch, you’ll have a guided tour through Arequipa, known for being the second largest city in Peru and for having the most visually striking historic center. After lunch, we will go for a walk around the city of Arequipa, also known as the white city, due to the presence of the white volcanic stone, called Sillar.

    Continuing the journey to the Mirador de Carmen Alto, from where it is possible to observe the Misti, Chachani, and Pichu Pichu volcanoes and the city's valley; the Mirador and Plaza de Yanahuara, a model neighborhood in the city, including the list of Cultural Heritage of Humanity along with the Historic Center of Arequipa, the Bairro do Solar, an old inn or “Tambo”, known in the past as the place that welcomes travelers, from where we will continue our tour.

    The Plaza de Armas is the focal point of city life and is packed with locals every night. Here we will see the daily routine and appreciate the facade of the giant Cathedral (one of the most beautiful in Peru). We continue to the Monastery of Santa Catalina, which has housed more than 400 nuns since its opening in 1579, many of whom come from the highest levels of Peruvian society.

    Overnight in Arequipa.

    Optional Visits:
    - Get to know the Juanita Mummy, it was discovered in 1995 and has been preserved ever since. Currently, you can find it in the Andean Sanctuary Museum. It is worth noting that the entrance fees for these attractions are not included in the package.

    Note: Please remember that breakfast is not included on this day.

  • day 7

    Arequipa to Chivay

    Breakfast at the hotel.

    We’ll head towards Chivay right after breakfast. On the way, we’ll be privileged with such visually striking landscapes, offering the perfect opportunity to take awesome pictures. 

    We’ll cross the Salinas National Reserve and Aguada Blanca where we’ll be able to appreciate the biodiversity of this region. Then, we’ll continue descending towards the Pata Pampa Viewpoint. Our journey will be finished upon our arrival to Chivay town.

    Overnight in Chivay

  • day 8

    Colca Canyon Tour | Chivay to Puno

    On this day we’ll have the opportunity of knowing the Colca Canyon but first, we’ll head towards the Cruz del Condor Viewpoint to appreciate the fantastic flight of the condor, the biggest bird of the Andes. 

    Then, we’ll be able to discover the famous Colca Canyon which has a depth of 4,160 meters, considered to be one of the deepest canyons of the world. Afterwards, we’ll go back to Chivay in order to continue on a tourist bus towards Puno.

    Overnight in Puno.

  • day 9

    Lake Titicaca | Uros Floating Islands and Taquile

    Breakfast at the hotel.

    We’ll head towards Puno’s pier where we’ll start our Lake Titicaca Homestay Experience. The first stop will be the Floating Islands of Uros which consists of a group of over 100 man made Islands that are entirely made of Totora reed.

    Finishing our visit, we’ll continue to Taquile Island, where you’ll learn about their culture and traditions. Locals are skilled craftsmen, as they have kept their traditions alive through generations.

    You will surely enjoy your stay in Taquile Island, its people will welcome you as one of their own; here you’ll learn about their culture and traditions. Locals are skilled craftsmen, as they have kept their traditions alive through generations. 

    After our great experience on the island and a well-deserved lunch, we’ll have the rest of the evening off to explore the rest of the area.

    Overnight on Taquile Island.

  • day 10

    Amantani Island | Return to Puno

    After breakfast, we’ll be visiting the largest island on the lake, the Amantani Island, which extends for 9,29 km2. In this part of Lake Titicaca, its inhabitants have also maintained their traditions and native language known as Aymara. 

    People in the Amantani Island depend on agriculture, cattle raising, artisan fishing, and the production of traditional textiles. Here you’ll be more than welcome to interact with the locals and learn their costumes. Just after lunch, we’ll be returning back to Puno.

    Overnight in Puno.

  • day 11

    Puno to Cusco via Ruta del Sol

    On this day, we’ll be heading towards Cusco on a tourist bus. The Ruta del Sol will take you to many Inca, Pre-Inca and colonial settlements along the way. That way, you’ll get to know a bit more of our ancestors and some of the most important eras in Peruvian history.

    We’ll visit places like the Archeological Site of Pucará, a Pre-Inca structure built by the Pucará culture that took place between the 400 B.C. and 200 B.C. As well as Raqchi, the Southern Valley, and more just before arriving in Cusco. 

    Overnight in Cusco.

  • day 12

    Archaeological City Tour in Cusco

    Breakfast at the hotel.

    From 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. – Enjoy the different sightings within the historic center of Cusco with our local guide. (Exclusive tour available for Viagens Machu Picchu passengers only).

    In the afternoon, we’ll start the Archaeological City Tour with a visit to the different attractions within the city and its surroundings, like Sacsayhuaman, the Qoricancha Temple, Q’enqo, and more.

    Optional Visit: The Qosqo Center of Native Arts have daily presentations of typical Andean music and dances from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. We recommend you arrive 45 minutes in advance. Tickets are already included in the package.

    Overnight in Cusco.

  • day 13

    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 within the 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 14

    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 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 15

    Hotel 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:
    - Lima & Paracas:
    Check-in - 1:00 p.m. | Check-out - 12:00 p.m.
    - Cusco, Nazca, Arequipa, Puno: Check-in - 10:00 a.m. | Check-out - 9:00 a.m.
    - Aguas Calientes: Check-in - 9:00 a.m. | Check-out - 10:00 a.m.

INCLUDED

Hotels with breakfast
• 02 hotel nights in Lima.
• 01 hotel night in Nazca.
• 01 hotel night in Chivay.
• 02 hotel nights in Puno.
• 03 hotel nights in Cusco.
• 01 hotel night in Paracas.
• 02 hotel nights in Arequipa.
• 01 hotel night in Aguas Calientes.
• 01 night in the home of a local family in Amantani with food.

Tours
• Guided in Machu Picchu - Private service.
• City tour Cusco - Courtesy of Viagens Machu Picchu.
• Archaeological city tour in Cusco - Maximum group of 17 people.
• Tour Sacred Valley of the Incas with buffet lunch - Maximum group of 17 people.
• Lima tourist bus towards Paracas.
• Bus from Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu.
• Bus from Machu Picchu - Aguas Calientes.
• Entrance to the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu.
• Paracas Tourist Bus towards Nazca.
• Nazca Tourist Bus towards Arequipa.
• About Nazca Lines flight - Regular service.
• Tour Canion del Colca First day - Regular service.
• Tour route from the Chivay highland to Puno - Regular service.
• Tickets for all Archaeological complexes to visit.
• Tour Ballestas Islands and Oasis of Huacachina - Regular service.
• Ollantaytambo one-way train - Aguas Calientes, Tourist class.
• Machu Picchu return train - Ollantaytambo or Cusco, Tourist class.  
• Rota do sol tour with buffet lunch + tickets - Regular service.
• Arequipa city tour of the city and surroundings - Regular service.
• Colonial and modern city tour - Regular service - Maximum group of 17 people.
• Tour Titicaca Lake Experiential 2 days / 1 night with meals - Regular service.
• Colca Canion Tour Second day with a visit to the Cruz del Condor - Regular Service.

Private transfers
• Transfer from Lima airport to the hotel.
• Transfer from the hotel to the bus station in Lima.
• Transfer from the hotel to the Huaraz bus station.
• Transfer from the hotel to the bus station in Lima.
• Transfer from the bus station to the hotel in Paracas - Round Trip.
• Transfer from the bus station to the hotel in Nazca - Round Trip.
• Transfer from the bus terminal to the hotel in Arequipa.
• Transfer from the hotel to the bus terminal in Arequipa.
• Transfer from the bus station to the hotel in Puno - Round trip.
• Transfer from the hotel to the port of Lake Titicaca - Round trip.
• Transfer from the bus terminal to the Cusco Hotel.
• Transfer from Cusco station to the hotel.
• Transfer from hotel to Cusco airport.

Benefits of Viagens Machu Picchu
• 24-hour assistance in Spanish and English.
• Professional team on all tours and walks.
• Guidance in Spanish and English; inform in advance.
• Personalized concierge, and assistance to the needs of your stay.

What is not included?
• Travel insurance.
• National or international air tickets.
• Food and drinks not mentioned above.
• Extra expenses: own, laundry, phone calls, and details included in the itinerary.

Prices

Hotels Categories Validity
Lima: -Arawi Miraflores Express, Ibis Budget Miraflores, Girasoles Hotel, or Similar Room Standard 2 night(s) - With Buffet Breakfast
Paracas: -Gran Palma, Mirador, or Similar Room Standard 1 night(s) - With Buffet Breakfast
Nazca: -Casa Andina Standard Nazca, Majoro, or Similar Room Standard 1 night(s) - With Buffet Breakfast
Arequipa: -Casona Plaza Colonial, Crismar Experience By Xima Hotels, or Similar Room Standard 1 night(s) - With Buffet Breakfast
Chivay: -La Casa de Anita, Colca Inn, or Similar Room Standard 1 night(s) - With Buffet Breakfast
Puno: -Sol Plaza Hotel Puno, Casona Plaza Centro Puno, Hotel Hacienda Puno, or Similar Room Standard 2 night(s) - With Buffet Breakfast
Familiar house in Amantani: or Similar Room Standard 1 night(s) - With Buffet Breakfast and dinner
Cusco: -Rojas Inn, San Francisco Plaza, El Andariego, or Similar Room Standard 3 night(s) - With Buffet Breakfast
Águas Calientes: -Flower House, Ferré Boulevard Machu Picchu, Sacred Stone Boutique, or Similar Room Standard 1 night(s) - With Buffet Breakfast
Economic
AccommodationPackage value per person.
of 01/01/2023 to 31/12/2023
Single $ 2,660 USD Double $ 2,052 USD Triple $ 1,959 USD
Lima: -Habitat, Libre Hotel, Faraona Grand Hotel , or Similar Room Standard 2 night(s) - With Buffet Breakfast
Paracas: -Riviera Inka Paracas, Paracas Sunset Hotel, or Similar Room Standard 1 night(s) - With Buffet Breakfast
Nazca: -Casa Andina Standard Nazca, Majoro, or Similar Room Standard 1 night(s) - With Buffet Breakfast
Arequipa: -Casona Plaza Hotel AQP, Conde de Lemos Arequipa, Vita Hoteles, or Similar Room Standard 1 night(s) - With Buffet Breakfast
Chivay: -Killawasi Lodge, or Similar Room Standard 1 night(s) - With Buffet Breakfast
Puno: -Conde de Lemos, Hacienda Plaza de Armas, Casona Plaza, or Similar Room Standard 2 night(s) - With Buffet Breakfast
Cusco: -Casona Plaza Cusco, San Agustin Internacional, Taypikala Cusco, or Similar Room Standard 3 night(s) - With Buffet Breakfast
Águas Calientes : -Ferré Machu Picchu, Hatun Inti Classic, Tara Machupicchu, or Similar Room Standard 1 night(s) - With Buffet Breakfast
Familiar house in Amantani: or Similar Room Standard 1 night(s) - With Buffet Breakfast and dinner
Touristy
AccommodationPackage value per person.
of 01/01/2023 to 31/12/2023
Single $ 2,782 USD Double $ 2,124 USD Triple $ 2,046 USD
Lima: -Arawi Miraflores Prime, Del Pilar Miraflores, San Agustin Exclusive, or Similar Room Standard 2 night(s) - With Buffet Breakfast
Paracas: -Casa Andina Select Paracas, or Similar Room Standard 1 night(s) - With Buffet Breakfast
Nazca: -Casa Andina Standard Nazca, Majoro, or Similar Room Standard 1 night(s) - With Buffet Breakfast
Arequipa: -San Agustín Posada del Monasterio, Hotel Fundador, or Similar Room Standard 1 night(s) - With Buffet Breakfast
Chivay: -El Refugio Chivay, or Similar Room Standard 1 night(s) - With Buffet Breakfast
Puno: -Taypikala Hotel Lago, Qalasaya, or Similar Room Standard 2 night(s) - With Buffet Breakfast
Familiar house in Amantani: or Similar Room Standard 1 night(s) - With Buffet Breakfast and dinner
Cusco: -Xima Cusco ,Terra Andina, San Agustin Dorado, or Similar Room Standard 3 night(s) - With Buffet Breakfast
Águas Calientes : -Taypikala, Tierra Viva Machu Picchu, Golden Sunrise, or Similar Room Standard 1 night(s) - With Buffet Breakfast
First
AccommodationPackage value per person.
of 01/01/2023 to 31/12/2023
Single $ 3,213 USD Double $ 2,312 USD Triple $ 2,203 USD
Lima: -Dazzler By Wyndham Miraflores, Radisson Decapolis Miraflores, Mercure Ariosto Lima, or Similar Room Standard 2 night(s) - With Buffet Breakfast
Paracas: -Casa Andina Select Paracas, or Similar Room Standard 1 night(s) - With Buffet Breakfast
Nazca: -Casa Andina Standard Nazca, Majoro, or Similar Room Standard 1 night(s) - With Buffet Breakfast
Arequipa: -Palla Boutique, Hampton By Hilton Arequipa, Casa Andina Select Arequipa Plaza, or Similar Room Standard 1 night(s) - With Buffet Breakfast
Chivay: -Killawasi Lodge, .-Aranwa Pueblito Encantado Del Colca, or Similar Room Standard 1 night(s) - With Buffet Breakfast
Puno: -Jose Antonio Puno, Sonesta Posada del Inca Puno, or Similar Room Standard 2 night(s) - With Buffet Breakfast
Familiar house in Amantani: or Similar Room Standard 1 night(s) - With Buffet Breakfast and dinner
Cusco: -Hilton Garden Inn, Sonesta Cusco, Costa del Sol Ramada, or Similar Room superior 3 night(s) - With Buffet Breakfast
Águas Calientes: -El Mapi By Inkaterra, Hatun Inti Boutique, or Similar Room Standard 1 night(s) - With Buffet Breakfast and Dinner
Premium
AccommodationPackage value per person.
of 01/01/2023 to 31/12/2023
Single $ 3,691 USD Double $ 2,542 USD Triple $ 2,490 USD
Lima: -Belmond Miraflores Park, JW Marriott Lima, Casa Andina Premium Miraflores, or Similar Room Standard 2 night(s) - Buffet Breakfast
Paracas: -Paracas Luxury Collection Resort, Aranwa Paracas, or Similar Room Standard 1 night(s) - Buffet Breakfast
Nazca: -Casa Andina Standard Nazca, Majoro, or Similar Room Standard 1 night(s) - Buffet Breakfast
Arequipa: -Cirqa – AQP, Casa Andina Premium Arequipa, Wyndham Costa del Sol Arequipa., or Similar Room Standard 1 night(s) - Buffet Breakfast
Chivay: -Belmond Las Casitas de Colca, Colca Lodge Spa & Hot Springs, .-Aranwa Pueblito Encantado Del Colca, or Similar Room Standard 1 night(s) - Buffet Breakfast
Puno: -GHL Hotel Lago Titicaca, Casa Andina Premium Puno, or Similar Room Standard 2 night(s) - Buffet Breakfast
Cusco: -Belmond Palacio Nazarenas, Belmond Hotel Monasterio, JW Marriott, Casa Cartagena Boutique, or Similar Room Standard 3 night(s) - Buffet Breakfast
Aguas Calientes: -Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo, Sumaq Machu Picchu, Belmond Sanctuary Lodge, or Similar Room Standard 1 night(s) - Buffet Breakfast
Luxury
AccommodationPackage value per person.
of 01/01/2023 to 31/12/2023
Request a quote $ 0 USD

Optional Tours

Magical Circuit of the Waters with Dinner show and Peruvian Paso Horses
A fantastic show of 13 water fountains, full of lights, music, and magic in Lima. Open from Tuesday to Sunday, from 6:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
• From USD 55.00 per person.

Buffet Lunch at the Sanctuary Lodge Restaurant

Located in the luxurious Sanctuary Lodge hotel (former Orient Express); It is the only one located very close to the entrance to Machu Picchu.
• From USD
40.00 per person.

Return train Vistadome Service
First-class train with panoramic view, typical dance show, and service on board.
• From USD 70.00 per person.

Entrance to the Machu Picchu or Huayna Picchu Mountain
Small path that runs from the Inca citadel to the viewpoint of Huayna Picchu, a strategic and unique place where you have the most complete view of the Machu Picchu citadel.
• From USD 65.00 per person.

Travel in style between Cusco and Puno with the Titicaca Train

Enjoy luxurious wagons, typical dances, a gourmet lunch, and onboard service on a magical ten-hour journey along the beautiful landscapes between Cusco and Puno. For more details on availability, please consult your travel agent.
• From USD 270.00 per person.

Pachacamac Archaeological Tour

Archaeological site made of clay, made up of pyramids to worship Pachacamac, considered the creator of the Universe in Andean mythology.
• From USD 35.00 per person.

Private Tours and Walks

They are ideal for those who want a more personalized service, where the schedules of the tours and walks are more flexible, according to the client's preference. To request a private or personalized service, contact our travel agents.

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 before 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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Main Square Lima, Peru

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Pisac Market

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Temple of the Sun
 

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Sacred Valley of the Incas

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Lake Titicaca, Puno 

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Huacachina

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Main Square of Arequipa

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