This tour is the perfect combination of scenic beauty, lively culture, and a splendid adventure before reaching the dazzling Machu Picchu. You will take a walk in the Sacred Valley, the first destination being Chinchero, where the palace of Tupac Inca Yupanqui lay. This weaving town will stand out for its beautiful textiles and colourful markets. The archaeological complex of Pisaq will show us the largest Inca cemetery, as well as its picturesque market. Then we will visit an Inca engineering masterpiece, Ollantaytambo, with perfectly polished and intact rocks. Our adventure will begin when we start the short Inca Trail that will take us to the Sun gate or “Intipunku” that will offer us one of the most impressive views of the Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu, a magical and unique place, where many sensations will be awakened within you.
On this day, you’ll discover the magnificent Sacred Valley of the Incas, also known as the Vilcanota Valley. We’ll start the day by visiting an artisanal center along the route, where you’ll have the opportunity to observe the famous llamas and interact with local artisans, learn about their techniques, and be amazed by the richness of Peruvian handicrafts and textiles. This is a great place to buy souvenirs. Take your time, as the fine handicrafts and textiles are truly impressive. Next, we’ll visit the archaeological complex of Pisaq, located on top of a mountain. This marvelous site is composed of groups of terraces and architectural structures scattered across the slopes and top of the mountain. A wonderful blend of landscapes and constructions. We’ll then head to the handicraft market where you’ll appreciate a wide variety of ancient craftworks. We’ll stop in Urubamba for lunch, where we’ll enjoy traditional Peruvian cuisine with a range of dishes including salads, soups, hot plates, the famous ceviche, and delicious desserts. After lunch, we’ll visit the Ollantaytambo architectural complex, an Inca living village built to guard the entrance to this part of the valley and protect it against invaders. We’ll have the opportunity to walk through its streets and gain a clearer idea of what this military, religious, and cultural center was like during the Inca Empire. Finally, we’ll visit the picturesque town of Chinchero, where we’ll find the remains of Tupac Inca Yupanqui’s royal estate. We’ll visit textile centers and then return to Cusco, where we’ll leave you at your hotel.
IMPORTANT TIPS: Bring extra money, as we’ll be passing through several traditional markets where you may want to buy souvenirs
Overnight: Hotel in Cusco or Ollantaytambo (at your own expense) (We recommend to stay this night in Ollantaytambo, because the next day we Will continue to the KM 104 and begin the hike)
Meals: Lunch
We will be passing by the hotel at approximately 5:00 a.m. towards the Poroy or Ollantaytambo train station, depending on space availability on the train, which will take us to Km 104 where we will begin our walk in a subtropical jungle landscape. .
We will visit the archaeological group of Chachabamba (2150 m.a.n.m) and in approximately 3 hours of walking we will reach Wiñaywayna, an impressive complex made up of an agricultural center with numerous terraces, a religious sector and an urban sector, then we will climb to Intipunku, “Gate of the Sun”, during the 1-hour walking route along a flat stone road and a panoramic view of the mountains, a point where we can enjoy the first view of the majestic “Machupicchu” and Inti Punku.
Soon we will arrive at “the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu” and then we will take the bus to get to Aguas Calientes to spend the night.
That day we will have the opportunity to take lots of photos from the upper part, where the classic photo is located.
Duration of the walk is approximately 6 to 7 hours, accommodation will be overnight in previously selected accommodation, taking advantage of the rest of the day to enjoy the Hot Springs in the town of Águas Calientes.
Overnight: Hotel in Aguas Calientes
Meals included: Box lunch, dinner
In the morning, according to the scheduled time, our guide will pick you up at your hotel to go to the bus station where you will climb 400m along a winding path for 20min to reach the incredible wonder of the world “The Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu”, also known as “The Lost City of the Incas”. Upon arriving at the Machu Picchu citadel with our guide, we will pass through the entrance and begin the tour of the entire citadel.
For around 1h30m we will visit the main places in Machu Picchu.
We will return to the town of Aguas Calientes in the afternoon, where you will have free time to enjoy lunch in one of the many restaurants (lunch not included). After lunch, we will take the train back to Ollantaytambo (depending on train departure time availability). The return will follow the same route as the outbound one. When you arrive in Ollantaytambo, our train representative will be waiting to take you to the bus to finally go to your hotel in Cusco.
Overnight: Hotel in Cusco (at your own expense)
Meals: Breakfast
Single Room | |
US$ 646.00 / person | |
Double Room | |
US$ 620.00 / person | |
Triple Room | |
US$ 605.00 / person |
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