Peru Journey: Lima & Machu Picchu

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Tour Code: ODY-PE-001

Destination: Peru

Duration7 Days
Tour TypePrivate & Bespoke
Tour Style Classic

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About This Trip

This 7-day tour is ideal for those who have a limited time but look for seeing the highlights of Peru. Transferring from Lima to Cusco. Begin your tour by exploring Cusco's magnificent main square and cobblestone streets. Then proceed to Aguas Calientes to see the renowned Inca ruins of Machu Picchu. Before departing, return to Lima to explore what the city has to offer, such as the Presidential Palace and the impressive cathedral.

Itinerary Summary

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HIGHLIGHTS
1

Lima

Arrival, Optional for a Culinary Tour of Peruvian Food
2

Cusco

Qurikancha, Cusco Cathedral, Sacsaywaman
3

Cusco - Aguas Calientes

Sacred Valley, Pisaq Market, Ollantaytambo Archaeological Park
4

Aguas Calientes - Cusco

Machu Picchu Incas Ruins
5

Cusco

Free Time to Discover the Charming City
7

Lima

Presidential Palace, Convent of San Francisco, Catacombs, Huaca Huallamarca, Departure

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Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival, Lima

When your flight lands in Lima, the capital of Peru, a private comfortable transfer will take you to your hotel in Miraflores District. After a short rest, you can explore the city on your own.

Optional: If you want, join in Lima Culinary Tour for a taste of delicious Peruvian food (afternoon session, 4:30 pm-9:30 pm).

Lima

Day 2: Lima - Cusco

After breakfast, board your flight for Cusco. Upon arrival, our representative will meet you and escort you to your hotel for check-in.

In the afternoon, enjoy an afternoon Cusco City Tours including the site of Qurikancha, once the most important temple in the Inca Empire, Cusco Cathedral, and the archaeological complex of Sacsaywaman.

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Cusco

Day 3: Cusco - Sacred Valley - Ollantaytambo - Aguas Calientes

Today, you will tour the Sacred Valley. Appreciate beautiful views of the surrounding valley from the Pisaq Archaeological Park and then get close to the local life at the colorful Pisaq Market. Finally, stop at Ollantaytambo Archaeological Park for exploring Inca ruins.

After the tour, you will be transferred to Ollantaytambo train station and then move to Aguas Calientes (about 2 hours, your guide will not go with you for the train ride). Upon arrival, our representative will meet you and escort you to check into your hotel.

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Aguas Calientes

Day 4: Aguas Calientes - Poroy - Cusco

In the morning, take a 30-minute shuttle bus (bus ticket included) up to Machu Picchu Mountain. Learn about the fascinating history of the "Lost City of the Incas" from the ruins of the ritual baths, the Palace of the Princess, the main Fountain, the Intihuatana and the Temple of the Sun.

After the tour, return to your hotel for checking out and then take a train to Poroy. Upon arrival, you will be greeted and escorted to the hotel in Cusco.

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Cusco

Day 5: Cusco

Today is free for you to take pictures, to walk through this charming city, and to purchase souvenirs on your own.

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Cusco

Day 6: Cucso - Lima

In the morning, a private transfer will take you to board your flight to Lima. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel and the rest of the day is at leisure.

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Lima

Day 7: Lima, Departure

Start your tour from the downtown area, including Lima's Main Plazas, the Presidential Palace, Convent of San Francisco and the Catacombs. Continue to San Isidro District, which is an elegant and charming residential neighborhood. In this area, the Huaca Huallamarca will stand out because of the sharp contrast it forms with the modern buildings surrounding it. Nearby is the site museum that exhibits a series of objects such as pottery, textile artefacts and mummies. After that, stroll around the Park of Love and Larcomar in Miraflores district to enjoy the Pacific Ocean views.

After the tour, say goodbye to Peru and be driven to the airport for your homebound flight.

Note: Huaca Huallamarca is closed on Mondays.

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