7-Day Peru - Cusco, Sacred Valley,
Machu Picchu, & Lake Titicaca
Overview
This privately-guided tour will take you through local Incan architectural sites in and around the City of Cusco, then through the landscapes and Incan sites in the Sacred Valley, onto the train to Aguas Calientes, and up the mountain to world-renowned Machu Picchu! You'll then head down to the highest navigable lake in the world, Lake Titicaca, where you will visit the floating island village of Uros. Your private guide will be with you every step of the way, handling all the details and teaching you about the history and cultures of each location you visit! Explore Amazing Peru!
| Itinerary in Brief: | |
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| Day 1 | Arrive Cusco |
| Day 2 | Cusco City Tour |
| Day 3 | Sacred Valley Tour |
| Day 4 | Machu Picchu Tour |
| Day 5 | Transfer to Puno (historical site stops along the way) |
| Day 6 | Floating Islands & Island of Taquile tour |
| Day 7 | Depart Puno |
Detailed Daily Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrival to Cusco
Upon Arrival, you will be picked up at the Cusco airport and taken to our Cusco hotel.
You will have an orientation with your guide after settling in.
Accommodation: Local Cusco Hotel (3* or better)
Meals included: - / - / -
Day 2: Cusco city tour
On this day, you’ll have a city tour of Cusco. You’ll begin with a guided walking tour of Cusco’s Colonial Cathedral and Qorikancha (Temple of the Sun).
Afterwards, you will be transferred with your guide to the Incan architectural sites of Saqsayhuaman & Qenqo, followed by a visit to the Incan ceremonial sites of Pukapukara & Tambomachay
Accommodation: Local Cusco Hotel (3* or better)
Meals included: B / - / - (meals can be included upon request)
Day 3: Sacred Valley Tour
Early morning departure for the Sacred Valley! Along the way, you will enjoy beautiful landscapes and villages as you wind your way to the Inca architectural complex of Pisaq. Here, your guide will walk you through the site and provide an oral history of Pisaq.
Afterwards, you will meander towards the Incan site of Ollantaytambo! Here, you will explore the site and local market before hopping on the Peru rail for your short journey through the Andes towards Aguas Calientes (the town just below Machu Picchu).
Accommodation: Local Aguas Calientes Hotel (3* or better)
Meals included: B / - / - (meals can be included upon request)
Day 4: Machu Picchu Tour
Early morning departure on one of the first buses to up to Machu Picchu! Your guide will walk you through this renowned UNESCO World Heritage Site, where you will imagine life at the top of the world in this city in the clouds! Breathtaking views are around every corner!
After your tour, you will take the bus back down to Aguas Calientes where you will jump back on the Peru Rail to Ollantaytambo. From there, you will be transferred back to Cusco.
Accommodation: Local Cusco Hotel (3* or better)
Meals included: B / - / - (meals can be included upon request)
Day 6: Transfer to Puno
Transfer Day to Puno (on Lake Titicaca) - ~8hr drive, en route visit Church of Andahuaylillas (aka 16th Chapel of Americas) and an Inca architectural site
Accommodation: Local Puno Hotel (3* or better)
Meals included: B / - / - (meals can be included upon request)
Day 7: Floating Islands & Island of Taquile tour
Boat tour on Lake Titicaca visiting floating island villages of Uros, as well as the local village of Taquile (a land island).
Accommodation: Local Puno Hotel (3* or better)
Meals included: B / - / - (meals can be included upon request)
Day 7: Depart Puno
Depending on your flight time, you will be transferred to the airport in Juliaca (~1 hr drive) for your return flight home!
Tour End.
Meals included: B / - / -
Pricing & Inclusions
Cost Of This Tour
Costs are based on number of travelers in your group, time of year, accommodation and meals preferences, and availability. Please contact your Terra Forma Adventure Planner for quotes.
Inclusions/Exclusions:
Tour Includes:
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Bilingual private guide during the entire tour
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Spanish speaking driver (limited English) is possible
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All meals and accommodations listed
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All ground transportation and private driver
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Entrance fees for included activities
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National Park entrance permits
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Activities listed
Not included:
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Anything not listed above as included
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International flights
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Alcoholic beverages, beverages with certain meals may be additional
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Any additional or optional activities
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Travel & Medical insurance (required)
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Gratuities
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Personal expenses