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Exploring Machu Picchu

The Inca World

In an attempt to understand the Inca civilization, we will immerse ourselves into the heart of the Andes and the Inca Empire. Starting in Cusco we venture forth through the Sacred Valley and beyond to reach the lost citadel of Machu Picchu.

This is a great short adventure for travelers who are on a more restricted time frame. It is also an excellent base program, to which Trip Extensions can be added to meet your adventure interests.

*Exploring Machu Picchu is an active, non-trekking adventure.

Itinerary

Day 01 LIMA

Arrival and transfer to your hotel. If you arrive early, we can arrange optional tours to visit the city and or museums.

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Day 02 LIMA - CUSCO

Morning departure for flight to Cusco, center of the Inca Empire. Airport pickup and transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is free to relax and acclimatize to the altitude (10,856 ft.). (B)

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Day 03 CUSCO

Morning free for shopping and sightseeing. An afternoon tour of Cusco’s temples, churches and the nearby ruins of Sacsayhuaman, Kenko and Tambomachay will educate you on the history of this cities impacting cultures. (B)

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Day 04 CUSCO - SACRED VALLEY

Full day guided excursion to the Sacred Valley, as important today as it was during the reign of the Incas. Here we will visit the picturesque Pisac Market, then continue down the Urubamba Valley. After lunch we reach Ollantaytambo (9,185 ft.), a small town with an impressive Inca fortress. Overnight at a local hotel in Urubamba. (B,L)

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Day 05 MACHU PICCHU

Early transfer from your hotel to the train station at Ollantaytambo. The scenery during this two-hour ride down the Urubamba gorge changes from mountain vegetation to cloud forest. Arrival at the station and a bus ride will bring you to the mountain citadel of Machu Picchu (7,800 ft.), for a full day guided tour. Afternoon return to nearby Aguas Calientes and overnight at a local hotel. (B,L)

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Day 06 MACHU PICCHU – CUSCO

Optional early rise for those who want to experience the serene beauty of Machu Picchu in the morning (great opportunity for crowd less photos). The other option is to sleep in, relax and stay around the village. Afternoon train return to Cusco, where we will arrive in the evening. Transfer to your hotel. (B)

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Day 07 CUSCO – LIMA

Morning transfer to the airport for the return flight to Lima and your connecting international flight (End of Services). Trip extensions to other regions or extra days in Lima or Cusco can also be arranged. (B)

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Key: (B)reakfast, (L)unch, (D)inner

Physical requirements: This adventure involves moderate to difficult trekking/hiking at high elevations (above 10,000 ft.) and in varying temperature conditions. Good walking/aerobic fitness is required.

Note: Any physical activity at high altitude can be a challenge. It is the traveler's responsibility to best evaluate their physical ability to meet the stated Physical Requirements.

Tour Packages

Extensions

Inlcusions & Exclusions

Trip Cost Includes

Bilingual guides for all tours as noted
All airline flights within Peru
All land transport during the itinerary
The cost of entry for all scheduled tours and archaeological sites
All accommodations* (on a twin share basis including continental breakfast)
All meals as noted in itinerary

* Additional and or single accommodations can be arranged at the clients’ request.

Not Included In Trip Cost

International round-trip airfare to and from Peru
Lunches and dinners in the cities (unless otherwise specified).
Personal expenses (tips and gratuities, alcoholic beverages, medical or travel insurance, laundry, airport taxes, etc.)

Special Products Donations / Non profit activities / Horses / Amaru Express

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