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    Sacred Land of the Incas

    Peru in 9 Days, 7 Nights in Destination

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    Our action-packed tour of Peru's most emblematic sights! Visit the incredible ruins of Machu Picchu, discover the vibrant food scene of Lima, explore Cuzco and uncover the secrets of the Sacred Valley.

    Trip Highlights

    1. Cuzco
    2. Lima
    3. Machu Picchu
    4. Sacred Valley

    Included

    1. All flights

    2. Accommodation

    3. All transfers.

    4. Activities

    5. Breakfast only

    Availability

    1. Departures available until December 2024

    2. Private groups available

    3. Available Group tours

    4. Solo travelers from + $240

    5. Add up to 3 nights to your stay

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    Accommodation: 7 Nights

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    Day 1 to 3

    Arawi Miraflores Express

    Location

    Lima

    Category

    Nights

    2

    Rating TripAdvisor travelers

    The hotels we select comply with our high standards and requirements per category. The allocation is dependent on availability and seasonality, so you can be assigned any of our selection, including the following: Casa Andina Standard Benavides, Casa Andina Standard Miraflores Centro, El Tambo Uno, Habitat Hotel, Hotel San Antonio Abad, Ibis Larco Miraflores, Ibis Lima Reducto Miraflores, Los Girasoles, Mercure Ariosto Lima, Tambo Dos de Mayo

    Itinerary

    Discover the vibrant culture and fascinating history of Peru and it's ancient Inca Empire. Explore Lima, the gastronomic capital and sample its iconic ceviche. Uncover the mysteries of the Sacred Valley and the Inca capital of Cuzco before exploring Machu Picchu, one of the New Seven Wonders of the Modern World, for an unforgettable bucket-list experience.

    1st Day: Lima

    Arrive in Lima, the capital of Peru, situated on the Pacific Coast. Transfer to the hotel*, and spend the rest of the day exploring the city's colonial streets and magical plazas at your leisure. Overnight stay in Lima.

    *If you want to have the hotel room available before 2:00 p.m., you can add early check-in at an additional cost. In case you are interested, you will be able to see the price and do the upsell in the next step of the purchase process.

    Accommodation

    ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
    Arawi Miraflores Express or similar

    86 Reviews

    See our full selection

    2nd Day: Lima

    Breakfast at the hotel. Today, enjoy an informative and interesting city tour of Lima, including its Historic Centre and the Santo Domingo Convent. Start by exploring the districts of Miraflores and San Isidro before heading to the Historic Center. Visit the impressive Convent of Santo Domingo and walk to the Plaza de Armas to admire the exquisite colonial architecture that surrounds it. Stop in the Parque del Amor, from where you can take beautiful photos of the Peruvian coastline. Overnight stay in Lima.

    *Optional visit to the Larco Museum: visit this private museum of pre-Columbian art to explore the history and culture of Peru through an array of outstanding collections of art pieces.

    **Optional dinner at Huaca Pucllana: a famous establishment in Lima ideal to enjoy the best of Peruvian gastronomy in a one-of-a-kind setting that includes views of a pre-Inca pyramid.

    ***Pack of 3 optional excursions: make the most of your trip to Peru by adding to your experience a pack of three great optional excursions that include a full day excursion to the Sacred Valley, a dinner and unforgettable show at Tunupa Cuzco and entrance to the Larco Museum.

    Accommodation

    ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
    Arawi Miraflores Express or similar

    86 Reviews

    See our full selection

    Activities

    included
    City Tour of Colonial and Modern Lima

    Light

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    Optional
    Dinner at Huaca Pucllana Restaurant

    Light

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    Optional
    Visit to the Larco Museum
    See more
    Optional
    Pack of 3 Optional Excursions: Sacred Valley, Dinner Show & Larco Museum
    See more

    3rd Day: Lima - Cuzco - Sacred Valley

    Breakfast at the hotel. At the indicated time, transfer to the airport for a flight to Cuzco. Arrive in Cuzco, the former Inca capital, and transfer to the Sacred Valley, on the way stop at Museo Sulca (no guide, only driver) and savour the opportunity to explore this living museum, where ancient customs and traditions have been preserved across the centuries. Watch local communities creating beautiful handmade textiles and soak up the beautiful views, unchanged by time. Spend the remainder of the day at your leisure, exploring the lively immaculate scenery of this iconic region. Overnight stay in Sacred Valley.

    Accommodation

    ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
    Agustos Urubamba or similar

    416 Reviews

    See our full selection

    Activities

    included
    Visit to the Sulca Museum

    Light

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    4th Day: Sacred Valley - Machu Picchu

    Breakfast at the hotel. Today, an exciting day awaits you in Machu Picchu, one of the 7 wonders of the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Transfer to the village of Ollantaytambo to travel by train to Aguas Calientes* (Machu Picchu village) and enjoy the beautiful green mountain scenery along the way.

    Once there, transfer by bus to the ancient Inca city of the Citadel for approximately a 2:30h visit which may take place in the morning or afternoon depending on availability. Enjoy the spectacular views of this Peruvian treasure built in the 15th century at an altitude of more than 2000 meters. 

    Return by bus to Aguas Calientes and, depending on the return train schedule, you will have free time to explore the town at your own pace. Travel by train back to Ollantaytambo, transfer to the hotel and overnight stay in Sacred Valley.

    *The reservation includes a standard category train (Expedition train or Voyager train). You have the option to add a supplement to travel on a higher category train (360º train or Vistadome train) in the next step of the booking process.

     

    Please note: In order to offer this tour, it is the passenger's responsibility to send us a copy of his/her passport at least 55 days in advance; otherwise, we cannot guarantee the visit to Machu Picchu (tickets are limited and subject to availability).

    Accommodation

    ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
    Agustos Urubamba or similar

    416 Reviews

    See our full selection

    Activities

    included
    Machu Picchu Citadel Guided Tour

    Active

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    Optional
    Upgrade to a Panoramic Train
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    5th Day: Sacred Valley - Cuzco

    Breakfast at the hotel. Set off towards Cuzco, with the opportunity to enjoy the optional Sacred Valley excursion along the way, to experience the best of the region.* Arrive in Cuzco and spend the remainder of the day at your leisure, enjoying the lively plazas at night. Overnight stay in Cuzco.

    Optional Essence of the Sacred Valley Excursion: Visit Chinchero and the PARWA Centre, to appreciate the colourful traditional textiles. Next, visit the church of Chinchero before heading to the Racchi panoramic viewpoint for a fantastic view across the valley. Explore Ollantaytambo and its Inca fortress. Lunch and 'Boleto Turisitco' included granting entrance to the Sacred Valley and surrounding sights.

    Accommodation

    ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
    Rojas Inn or similar

    278 Reviews

    See our full selection

    Activities

    Optional
    The Essence of the Sacred Valley (with lunch and 'Boleto Turisitco')

    Moderate

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    6th Day: Cuzco

    Breakfast at the hotel. Today, set off on a fascinating half-day tour of Cuzco. Begin in the iconic Plaza de Armas, and visit the Cathedral. From here, walk to the Koricancha Temple, an impressive ancient Inca palace, in honour of the Sun God. Today, a Dominican church stands on the site. Finally, visit the lively San Blas neighbourhood, known for its artists, shops and artisan workshops. Spend the remainder of the day at your leisure, soaking up the atmosphere of the city and sampling the local cuisine. Overnight stay in Cuzco.

    *Optional dinner at Tunupa Museo Restaurant: A perfect occasion to enjoy a wonderful dinner in the heart of Cusco, with magnificent views of the Plaza de Armas and a lively and colorful show with live music and traditional dances.

    Accommodation

    ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
    Rojas Inn or similar

    278 Reviews

    See our full selection

    Activities

    included
    Half-Day Cusco Tour

    Moderate

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    Optional
    Dinner at Tunupa Museo Restaurant

    Light

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    7th Day: Cuzco - Lima

    Breakfast at the hotel. At the indicated time, transfer to the airport for a flight to Lima. Arrive, transfer to the hotel and overnight stay in Lima.

    Accommodation

    ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
    Arawi Miraflores Express or similar

    86 Reviews

    See our full selection

    8th Day: Lima - Night on board

    Breakfast at the hotel. At the indicated time, transfer to the airport for a flight* back to the US. 

    * If you choose an early morning return flight, you'll enjoy your stay at the hotel until the indicated time of transfer to the airport. The airport transfer will take place the night before the date indicated on the ticket for return flights that depart between 00:00 and 04:00.

    9th Day: US

    Arrive in the US and end your trip.

    Included activities

    Included

    City Tour of Colonial and Modern Lima

    Included activity for day 2 in Lima

    Enjoy an informative and interesting city tour of Lima, including its Historic Centre and the Santo Domingo Convent.

    Duration 03:30h Approx. Pick up time: 09:00 Approx

    Physical rating:

    Light

    more information
    Included

    Visit to the Sulca Museum

    Included activity for day 3

    Make a quick stop at the Sulca Textile House Museum and familiarize yourself with the fabrics and pieces from ancient Peru and their ancestral techniques dating all the way back to Pre-Columbian Inca.

    Duration 01:00h Approx.

    Physical rating:

    Light

    more information
    Included

    Machu Picchu Citadel Guided Tour

    Included activity for day 4 in Machu Picchu

    Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Machu Picchu, a true wonder of the world! Discover these ancient Inca ruins, perched high in the Andes, for a truly unforgettable experience!

    Duration 01:30h Approx. Pick up time: info at destination

    Physical rating:

    Active

    more information
    Included

    Half-Day Cusco Tour

    Included activity for day 6 in Cuzco

    Embark on this tour of Cuzco and acquaint yourself with the most iconic locations of the city; from the San Pedro Market and the Plaza de Armas to the Cathedral and Koricancha Temple.

    Duration 03:00h Approx. Pick up time: 14:00 Approx

    Physical rating:

    Moderate

    more information

    Available Activities

    Activities are subject to availability. The price for each optional activity will be shown in the next step of the booking process.
    Optional

    Dinner at Huaca Pucllana Restaurant

    Suggested activity for day 2 in Lima

    A night to remember at this famous Lima establishment. Enjoy elevated Peruvian dishes in an elegant setting, with views of a pre-Incan stepped pyramid.

    Duration 00:00h Approx. Pick up time: 00:00 Approx

    Physical rating:

    Light

    more information
    Optional

    Visit to the Larco Museum

    Suggested activity for day 2

    A must-see attraction in Lima, the Larco Museum is a privately owned museum of pre-Columbian art. Trace the history and culture of Peru as you walk through this historic gallery!

    Physical rating:

    Light

    Optional

    Pack of 3 Optional Excursions: Sacred Valley, Dinner Show & Larco Museum

    Suggested activity for day 2 in Sacred Valley

    Make the most of your time in Peru with this great value pack of three optional excursions including a full-day Sacred Valley excursion, an unforgettable dinner and show at Tunupa Cuzco and entrance to the Larco Museum!

    Physical rating:

    Light

    more information
    Optional

    Upgrade to a Panoramic Train

    Suggested activity for day 4

    Explore the landscape with panoramic windows and an open-air observatory car where you can enjoy all the beauty of the landscape. This upgrade can be either to the 360ª Train or to the Vistadome, depending on availability.

    Physical rating:

    Light

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    The price includes

    • Included in all our trips. more information

    • Departures from main US airports.

    • International flights: US - Lima - US.

    • Internal flights: Lima - Cuzco, Cuzco - Lima.

    • Train Journey from Sacred Valley - Aguas Calientes on board the Expedition Train. *

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    • 7 nights accommodation in Charm category hotels.

      See hotels included

    • 7 Breakfasts.

    • Transfers in air-conditioned vehicles.

    • Visits and entrance fees as indicated in the itinerary with English speaking guide.

      See itinerary

    • All air taxes and fuel surcharge.

    *The cancellation policy applicable is according to the Terms and Conditions available and agreed at the time of your purchase

    Not included

    Drinks, tips and any other services not mentioned in what's included.

    * You can choose to upgrade to a different train for this journey in the next step of the booking process.

    You will be able to carry 1 piece of luggage per person weighing a maximum of 5kg. on board the train.

    To access the citadel of Machu Picchu, you can bring a personal bag that does not exceed 40x35x20cm. In case it exceeds the indicated measurements, you will be able to keep it during the visit for a price of approx. 2$ per bag. Please note that it is forbidden to enter with plastic bottles or bags.

    If you are interested in travelling on a date not included on our departures calendar, please contact our Customer Service Department.

    It is mandatory to send a copy of the valid passports of all passengers to customerservice@exoticca.com once you have made your reservation.

    We strongly recommend you consult your healthcare provider regarding the possible effects of altitude sickness.

    Warning: Please note that when filling out the Health Form required to enter Peru, in the Nationality section, you must write EEUU (instead of USA), in order to generate a valid form.

    • Entry requirements

      Passport with at least six months validity. One page required for stamp.

    • Visa

      Free visa on arrival.

    • Currency

      Peruvian Sol.

    • Language

      Spanish.

    • Electricity

      220V, 60 Hz. U.S. style plug. Check the voltage.

    • Health

      Please consult your doctor regarding the vaccination against yellow fever and malaria prophylaxis. Travellers over 60 years must consult their doctor as the Yellow Fever vaccine can have serious side effects.

    • Time zone

      UTC - 05:00.

    • Tourist Office website

      https://www.peru.travel/en-us/

    Remember to download your e-ticket to confirm the times of your flights and to complete online check-in using the airline’s website, or directly at the check-in desk at the airport.

    Accommodation at the hotels is as indicated. In the event of any changes to accommodation, they will always be of the same, or a higher category.

    The category of hotels is not standardized across all countries in the world. For this reason, the criteria may differ depending on the destination country's own standards.

    In the case of adverse weather conditions, for safety reasons or for any other reasons deemed appropriate, the order and duration of the excursions included in the itinerary may be changed or cancelled without prior notice.

    Children: 2-11 years old.

    If you have reduced mobility/require the use of a wheelchair and prefer to go at your own pace, please contact our customer service team at +1 888-488-0592 or via our contact form.

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    What a great trip. My wife and I ended up staying beyond the tour limit because there was so much to see! From the pre-tour info through the airport pick up in Lima, and all the way through, we were treated and looked after very well.

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