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Machu Picchu is consistently the #1 travel destination in the world, why? The answer is simple: the experience is fascinating and unique.
You're not just driving up to the overlook, getting out of the car, and taking some pictures; you are traveling deep into South America, into the heart of the Andes. Stumbling upon the lost city of the Incas is only part of the journey.
Planning a trip to Machu Picchu is a dream for many people, but the planning can be a bit overwhelming. We've created some sample itineraries to give you a starting point for planning, and we're here to help with whatever you need. From booking hotels or airport transfers, let FLY CUSCO PERU TRAVEL AGENCY take care of all your logistics. They cover routes we've found to work particularly well and feature some of our favorite places to stay.
The former capital of the mighty Inca empire, the Peruvian city of Cusco, is a fabulous base from which to explore fascinating archaeological and historical sites, as well as enjoy time in nature. While the city has much to be proud of, much of the area's charm can be found beyond the city limits.
Here are some of the best day trips to do from Cusco for a fabulous Peruvian adventure.
5D - 4N
US$665
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Discover on this five-day tour why the Incas made the Sacred Valley the center of their empire. Get to know the main attractions of the city of Cusco and the valley, from impressive archaeological sites to Andean landscapes that will leave you breathless at the foot of peaks covered in white snow. And let yourself be captivated by the imposing Machu Picchu and its incomparable mystique.
SEE HOW IT IS
THE MOST OUTSTANDING:
QUICK ITINERARY
Welcome to the imperial and Inca capital of Cusco, also known as the cultural capital of Peru! Upon arrival at the Cusco airport we will wait for you with a sign with the name of the main traveler, we will take you to your hotel to register, leave your luggage and freshen up. You will have some time to rest before finding a place for lunch.
After lunch, and once you are ready, you will be able to choose whether to rest or take a tour of the city.
CITY TOUR (OPTIONAL)
We will take you on a relaxed half-day tour of this impressive city to help you acclimatize to the high altitude (3400 masl / 11,155 ft).
You are in for a treat as you learn all about this historic place, which is the oldest continuously inhabited city in all of the Americas. People have lived in Cusco since around 1000 B.C. C., and they considered it the center of the surrounding culture, which at that time was known as Qosqo. It has been a place of great importance and played an important role in all the civilizations that lived in the area throughout history, beginning with the natives of Peru, long before the Incas, with whom we often associate the region in the present.
Once the Inca empire reached Peru and beyond, Cusco became the center of a far-reaching and powerful reign. After the Incas, the Spanish also used the city as their colonial and royal capital.
On your half-day city tour, you will learn much more about the history of Cusco and see some of the most important monuments and archeological sites in the city. The attractions you will visit on the tour include:
It begins in the afternoon, with a visit to the main attractions such as the Cathedral of Cusco and its more than 600 paintings of the Cusqueña school, continuing with the tour we will go to the Coricancha on the way we will pass through the beautiful Inca streets, we will enter the Coricancha considered the main temple in Inca times where we will learn about Inca religion and architecture.
Afterwards we will board our transport and head towards Sacsayhuamán. We always begin our tour in the company and explanation of a guide about the enormous walls of this impressive Inca temple to the God Illapa (lightning). We will take our transportation back to Qenqo where we will have a tour to this other ancient Inca temple.
We will continue and we will go to Puka Pukara and Tambomachay where we will visualize and learn about the importance of water in Inca times, at the end of the afternoon you will return to your hotel in the City.
Cusco
After having breakfast at your hotel, our guide will pick you up in the lobby of your hotel between 7:30 and 7:45 in our transport and will take you from Cusco.
Awana Kancha
Here we will stop for about 15 minutes, the purpose is to learn about the textiles and the weaving process. We can appreciate different species of Llamas, Alpacas, Vicuñas and take photos of them too.
Taray Viewpoint
From this viewpoint, we will have time to capture the best classic photos of the Sacred Valley with its famous terraces along the Urubamba River.
Pisac
We will take you to the Inca site of Pisac to enjoy stunning views of the valley. Here you will be able to appreciate temples, residences, altars, canals and learn everything about Inca agricultural methods from our expert guides.
Pisac Market
We will visit a traditional market in the Town of Pisac and interact with the local people and buy some local souvenirs. the Pisac Market is very famous and very visited since we can learn about ceramics, jewelry and textiles.
Urubamba
Here in Urubamba we will stop for Lunch (Not included), most of the restaurants here offer Buffet Lunch.
Ollantaytambo Archaeological Park
After lunch, we will continue our trip to Ollantaytambo where we will visit this amazing Inca site, which is an area of important Inca constructions, built during the Inca times. It is an extraordinary Inca citadel where we will find an amazing rock formation that represents the Inca god Wiracocha. Then we will return to Cusco.
1. Cuzco
7:00 am: After breakfast at your hotel in Cusco, we will pick you up and go to visit part of the beautiful Sacred Valley of the Incas, its beautiful views, its people, the artisan markets and the incredible archaeological centers. that make this tour an unforgettable place.
2. Chinchero
8:10 am: After driving 1 hour from Cusco we will meet the traditional town of Chinchero, we will visit a local family, here they keep the weaving tradition alive. Their alpacas and guinea pigs will welcome you and you can feed them their breakfast. Plus, learn about their fascinating weaving techniques using natural ingredients to create stunning textiles by hand.
3. Moray Archaeological Park
9:30 am: Imagine the impressive Inca terraces and the beautiful Andes in the background. This sight is simply impressive, the story behind it even more so. Your guide will teach you about the agricultural laboratory of the Incas and how they created different climatic zones on these terraces. We will enjoy this place for about 1 hour.
4. Maras – Salt mine
11 am: Stand in front of thousands of salt ponds, still intact. Here you have the opportunity to take one of the most famous photographs of the Sacred Valley. Our guide will be happy to capture this moment for you.
Finally, we will take you to the train station located in the same town of Ollantaytambo and you will get on the train that will take you to Aguas Calientes (town of Machupicchu). This train trip will allow you to appreciate the fascinating landscape along the sacred Vilcanota River
Aguas Calientes
We will arrive at Aguas Calientes (town of Machupicchu) our hotel staff will wait for you at the end of the train tour we will leave you at the hotel to spend the night. After check in you will have the afternoon free on your own
07:00 After having our breakfast at the hotel we will transfer with our guide to the bus station. This bus will take us to the main gate of the Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu where we will begin our unforgettable experience. Your expert guide will walk you through the main streets of these incredible ruins. Take the classic photo from the highest point, stroll through the city squares and climb the delicately carved stone stairs. Esoteric wisdom supports Machu Picchu as the new spiritual center of the world. There will be time to be alone and fully embrace this magnificent wonder of the world, letting this once-in-a-lifetime experience settle in. Once the guide is finished we will have additional time to explore on our own. After finishing the visit, we will take the bus back to Aguas Calientes where you will have time for lunch (not included).
2:00 p.m. At the indicated time we board the train that will not take us to the Ollantaytambo train station.
Upon arrival at the train station in Ollantaytambo, our transport will be waiting to take you back to your hotel in Cuzco. Estimated arrival time 6.30pm
Breakfast at the hotel. At the appropriate time we will pick you up to transfer you to the airport to board your return flight, thus concluding our tour.
Quality and safety service
Alojamiento
Cusco: Munay wasi, San Agustín Internacional, casa Andina, Hotel Márquez o similar
Aguas calientes: Jaya Machu picchu hotel, Inti Punku Machupicchu hotel & Suites, Hatun Samay, Gringos Bills Boutique hotel o similar
Foods
Transportation
Permits and Tickets
How to book the SPECIAL 5 DAYS tour: MACHU PICCHU AND THE HIGHLIGHTS OF CUSCO with FLY CUSCO PERU?
To reserve the special tour 5 days with us, we will need a deposit of $400 per person. Once we receive your deposit, we will send you a confirmation of your trip and the reservation form to complete. Here you have all the information that has to be filled in the form.
How far in advance should I make my reservation?
We recommend that you do this many months in advance. You must make the reservation at least 30 days in advance. Since the spaces in Machu Picchu run out quickly. This will depend on booking the best hotels on this tour, hotels are always guaranteed when they are available. With a lot of time in advance we guarantee the hotels that we know are better in terms of quality of service, style, infrastructure and details in the interiors of each room.
Do I need to make a deposit to guarantee my reservation?
Yes, no reservation will be guaranteed unless you have made a payment of a deposit of 50% per person through our 2 payment methods mentioned in our Book Now form
What happens to the outstanding balance?
The outstanding balance can be given in cash after settling in your hotel in Lima, it can be in dollars or soles, and if you prefer to use PayPal or pay link (6% service fee applies). Also, you can pay us only with a Visa credit card at our payment machine (POS). (5% service fee applies). Let us know which of the payment methods is your preference.
NOTE: Payment must be made the day of your arrival in Lima.
The tour must be paid in full no later than 7:00 pm on the day of your arrival (usually after the briefing).
What is the best time to do the excursion?
Peru is a very large country with many different climates, for this reason it would be very difficult to define a good time to visit different places. However, we consider that the best season is from April to December. From January to May it is rainy season in Cusco in the rest of the country it is sunny – summer.
Where will the Information session take place?
Our representative will wait for you at the Lima – Peru airport, while we take you to your hotel we will give you an overview of what you can expect on this 5-day tour. Or if you prefer, in the hotel lobby once the check-in is done and you are comfortable.
What do I have to bring?
What to bring: Well-charged cameras, sunglasses, comfortable clothes and shoes, hat, sunscreen, repellent, extra power battery, jacket, small backpack with enough clothes for daily changes. It is your choice.
PRICE: US$ 660 per person
All fees and charges are included
This small group tour is guaranteed to operate with only two guests.
We like to think that we do tours a little differently than our competitors. We are up to our clients and we guarantee that we comply 100% with our prices and our departure dates in all our trips.
Huayna Picchu Mountain:
Huayna Picchu is the mountain that is next to Machu Picchu. It is a 45 minute hike to the top. Note that going back down is quite steep. So if you are afraid of heights this may not be a hike you will enjoy. You would do this after your Machu Picchu tour and there is an additional fee. Arrangements must be made at least a month or two in advance due to popularity.
You can access this service for an additional payment of US$ 60.00 per person.
Hotel update:
The three-star hotel included in our tour is handpicked and selected to perfection in terms of quality of service, style, infrastructure and details in the interiors of each room. This will depend a lot on the anticipated date of your reservation according to the availability of the hotels. There are many higher category hotels, so we offer you the option of upgrading to a 4 or 5 star hotel for a better experience.
You can access this service for an additional payment by sending us a message through the button
SEE HOW IT IS
THE MOST OUTSTANDING:
QUICK ITINERARY
Welcome to the imperial and Inca capital of Cusco, also known as the cultural capital of Peru! Upon arrival at the Cusco airport we will wait for you with a sign with the name of the main traveler, we will take you to your hotel to register, leave your luggage and freshen up. You will have some time to rest before finding a place for lunch.
After lunch, and once you are ready, you will be able to choose whether to rest or take a tour of the city.
CITY TOUR (OPTIONAL)
We will take you on a relaxed half-day tour of this impressive city to help you acclimatize to the high altitude (3400 masl / 11,155 ft).
You are in for a treat as you learn all about this historic place, which is the oldest continuously inhabited city in all of the Americas. People have lived in Cusco since around 1000 B.C. C., and they considered it the center of the surrounding culture, which at that time was known as Qosqo. It has been a place of great importance and played an important role in all the civilizations that lived in the area throughout history, beginning with the natives of Peru, long before the Incas, with whom we often associate the region in the present.
Once the Inca empire reached Peru and beyond, Cusco became the center of a far-reaching and powerful reign. After the Incas, the Spanish also used the city as their colonial and royal capital.
On your half-day city tour, you will learn much more about the history of Cusco and see some of the most important monuments and archeological sites in the city. The attractions you will visit on the tour include:
It begins in the afternoon, with a visit to the main attractions such as the Cathedral of Cusco and its more than 600 paintings of the Cusqueña school, continuing with the tour we will go to the Coricancha on the way we will pass through the beautiful Inca streets, we will enter the Coricancha considered the main temple in Inca times where we will learn about Inca religion and architecture.
Afterwards we will board our transport and head towards Sacsayhuamán. We always begin our tour in the company and explanation of a guide about the enormous walls of this impressive Inca temple to the God Illapa (lightning). We will take our transportation back to Qenqo where we will have a tour to this other ancient Inca temple.
We will continue and we will go to Puka Pukara and Tambomachay where we will visualize and learn about the importance of water in Inca times, at the end of the afternoon you will return to your hotel in the City.
Cusco
After having breakfast at your hotel, our guide will pick you up in the lobby of your hotel between 7:30 and 7:45 in our transport and will take you from Cusco.
Awana Kancha
Here we will stop for about 15 minutes, the purpose is to learn about the textiles and the weaving process. We can appreciate different species of Llamas, Alpacas, Vicuñas and take photos of them too.
Taray Viewpoint
From this viewpoint, we will have time to capture the best classic photos of the Sacred Valley with its famous terraces along the Urubamba River.
Pisac
We will take you to the Inca site of Pisac to enjoy stunning views of the valley. Here you will be able to appreciate temples, residences, altars, canals and learn everything about Inca agricultural methods from our expert guides.
Pisac Market
We will visit a traditional market in the Town of Pisac and interact with the local people and buy some local souvenirs. the Pisac Market is very famous and very visited since we can learn about ceramics, jewelry and textiles.
Urubamba
Here in Urubamba we will stop for Lunch (Not included), most of the restaurants here offer Buffet Lunch.
Ollantaytambo Archaeological Park
After lunch, we will continue our trip to Ollantaytambo where we will visit this amazing Inca site, which is an area of important Inca constructions, built during the Inca times. It is an extraordinary Inca citadel where we will find an amazing rock formation that represents the Inca god Wiracocha. Then we will return to Cusco.
1. Cuzco
7:00 am: After breakfast at your hotel in Cusco, we will pick you up and go to visit part of the beautiful Sacred Valley of the Incas, its beautiful views, its people, the artisan markets and the incredible archaeological centers. that make this tour an unforgettable place.
2. Chinchero
8:10 am: After driving 1 hour from Cusco we will meet the traditional town of Chinchero, we will visit a local family, here they keep the weaving tradition alive. Their alpacas and guinea pigs will welcome you and you can feed them their breakfast. Plus, learn about their fascinating weaving techniques using natural ingredients to create stunning textiles by hand.
3. Moray Archaeological Park
9:30 am: Imagine the impressive Inca terraces and the beautiful Andes in the background. This sight is simply impressive, the story behind it even more so. Your guide will teach you about the agricultural laboratory of the Incas and how they created different climatic zones on these terraces. We will enjoy this place for about 1 hour.
4. Maras – Salt mine
11 am: Stand in front of thousands of salt ponds, still intact. Here you have the opportunity to take one of the most famous photographs of the Sacred Valley. Our guide will be happy to capture this moment for you.
Finally, we will take you to the train station located in the same town of Ollantaytambo and you will get on the train that will take you to Aguas Calientes (town of Machupicchu). This train trip will allow you to appreciate the fascinating landscape along the sacred Vilcanota River
Aguas Calientes
We will arrive at Aguas Calientes (town of Machupicchu) our hotel staff will wait for you at the end of the train tour we will leave you at the hotel to spend the night. After check in you will have the afternoon free on your own
07:00 After having our breakfast at the hotel we will transfer with our guide to the bus station. This bus will take us to the main gate of the Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu where we will begin our unforgettable experience. Your expert guide will walk you through the main streets of these incredible ruins. Take the classic photo from the highest point, stroll through the city squares and climb the delicately carved stone stairs. Esoteric wisdom supports Machu Picchu as the new spiritual center of the world. There will be time to be alone and fully embrace this magnificent wonder of the world, letting this once-in-a-lifetime experience settle in. Once the guide is finished we will have additional time to explore on our own. After finishing the visit, we will take the bus back to Aguas Calientes where you will have time for lunch (not included).
2:00 p.m. At the indicated time we board the train that will not take us to the Ollantaytambo train station.
Upon arrival at the train station in Ollantaytambo, our transport will be waiting to take you back to your hotel in Cuzco. Estimated arrival time 6.30pm
Breakfast at the hotel. At the appropriate time we will pick you up to transfer you to the airport to board your return flight, thus concluding our tour.
Quality and safety service
Alojamiento
Cusco: Munay wasi, San Agustín Internacional, casa Andina, Hotel Márquez o similar
Aguas calientes: Jaya Machu picchu hotel, Inti Punku Machupicchu hotel & Suites, Hatun Samay, Gringos Bills Boutique hotel o similar
Foods
Transportation
Permits and Tickets
How to book the SPECIAL 5 DAYS tour: MACHU PICCHU AND THE HIGHLIGHTS OF CUSCO with FLY CUSCO PERU?
To reserve the special tour 5 days with us, we will need a deposit of $400 per person. Once we receive your deposit, we will send you a confirmation of your trip and the reservation form to complete. Here you have all the information that has to be filled in the form.
How far in advance should I make my reservation?
We recommend that you do this many months in advance. You must make the reservation at least 30 days in advance. Since the spaces in Machu Picchu run out quickly. This will depend on booking the best hotels on this tour, hotels are always guaranteed when they are available. With a lot of time in advance we guarantee the hotels that we know are better in terms of quality of service, style, infrastructure and details in the interiors of each room.
Do I need to make a deposit to guarantee my reservation?
Yes, no reservation will be guaranteed unless you have made a payment of a deposit of 50% per person through our 2 payment methods mentioned in our Book Now form
What happens to the outstanding balance?
The outstanding balance can be given in cash after settling in your hotel in Lima, it can be in dollars or soles, and if you prefer to use PayPal or pay link (6% service fee applies). Also, you can pay us only with a Visa credit card at our payment machine (POS). (5% service fee applies). Let us know which of the payment methods is your preference.
NOTE: Payment must be made the day of your arrival in Lima.
The tour must be paid in full no later than 7:00 pm on the day of your arrival (usually after the briefing).
What is the best time to do the excursion?
Peru is a very large country with many different climates, for this reason it would be very difficult to define a good time to visit different places. However, we consider that the best season is from April to December. From January to May it is rainy season in Cusco in the rest of the country it is sunny – summer.
Where will the Information session take place?
Our representative will wait for you at the Lima – Peru airport, while we take you to your hotel we will give you an overview of what you can expect on this 5-day tour. Or if you prefer, in the hotel lobby once the check-in is done and you are comfortable.
What do I have to bring?
What to bring: Well-charged cameras, sunglasses, comfortable clothes and shoes, hat, sunscreen, repellent, extra power battery, jacket, small backpack with enough clothes for daily changes. It is your choice.
PRICE: US$ 660 per person
All fees and charges are included
This small group tour is guaranteed to operate with only two guests.
We like to think that we do tours a little differently than our competitors. We are up to our clients and we guarantee that we comply 100% with our prices and our departure dates in all our trips.
Huayna Picchu Mountain:
Huayna Picchu is the mountain that is next to Machu Picchu. It is a 45 minute hike to the top. Note that going back down is quite steep. So if you are afraid of heights this may not be a hike you will enjoy. You would do this after your Machu Picchu tour and there is an additional fee. Arrangements must be made at least a month or two in advance due to popularity.
You can access this service for an additional payment of US$ 60.00 per person.
Hotel update:
The three-star hotel included in our tour is handpicked and selected to perfection in terms of quality of service, style, infrastructure and details in the interiors of each room. This will depend a lot on the anticipated date of your reservation according to the availability of the hotels. There are many higher category hotels, so we offer you the option of upgrading to a 4 or 5 star hotel for a better experience.
You can access this service for an additional payment by sending us a message through the button
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Our 2-day tour of the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu with Fly Cusco Peru was an experience that exceeded all our expectations...
Travel as I want
October 08, 2023
Very good service and attention. Impeccable and very comfortable logistics. The company's guide was very knowledgeable and allowed me to observe many things that I would have missed if I had not gone with him...
David G
October 04, 2023
This experience has been unmatched, the service they gave us was more than great and professional and the guides, not to mention super good and professional, I always recommend this place, pure life!!...
Natho F
September 25, 2023
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