Dreams of the Inca
“What are you waiting to fall for the most touristic city of Peru?``
If you wish to make a trip full of charm so this program is perfect designed for you. Visit Cusco, The Sacred Valley of the Incas and Machu Picchu.
Cusco is an incredible city, that it will gain a space in your heart forever. A mixture of Andean culture, history, archeology, customs and traditions that characterize the Capital of the Tahuantinsuyo.
Wake up with the atmosphere and the vibe of one of the seven wonders of the world; The enigmatic Machu Picchu.
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Destination
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DeparturePick up from your hotel / hotel
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Departure Time08:00 A.M. (The hours of the excursions will be confirmed)
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Return Time06:00 P.M. (The hours of the excursions will be confirmed)
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Dress CodeCasual, comfortable athletic clothing, hiking shoes, hat and light jacket.
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IncludedDreams of the IncaPersonal GuideDeparture Taxes
1st Day: Welcome & Arrival in Cusco
Upon your arrival, you will be assisted at the airport, then transfer to your hotel.
You will have the day off to rest and get used to the climate.
* Accommodation in Cusco
2nd Day: Visit Cusco and surroundings
In the morning, we go away from the city center crowd, to visit the great Archaeological Inca construction of Sacsayhuaman, impressive Citadel of colossal buildings. Then, we visit the Inca worship center of Qenqo. Later, we go to PucaPucara and Tambomachay Temple of the water.
After exploring the surroundings of Cusco, we have lunch at the Casona del Inca restaurant with a beautiful panoramic view of Cusco, capital of the Inca empire, designed in a shape of a Puma. After lunch, we do a walking tour around the streets, plazas, Inca constructions and colonial house, located in the city center.
First, we go to visit the typical and colorful San Pedro market full of local products, where we literally soak up in a mix of different and magical tastes. Then, we visit the magnificent Temple of Qoricancha. Quechua word that in English means "The Golden Temple" once completely covered with gold.
Continuing our tour, we walk to San Blas neighborhood colonial district of artisans. From there, we walk down Hatun Rumiyoc Street, finding as we pass the Palace of The Inca Roca, today the Archbishop's Palace. Here, we also contemplate one the gems of the Inca architecture, the famous twelve Angles stone. Finally, we arrive to the charming Huaqaypata (Cusco´s Main Square) surrounded by the astonished Cathedral, which houses colonial works of incalculable value.
* Accommodation in Cusco
* Meals included: Breakfast and Lunch
* Duration: From 08.30 to 18.00 hours
3rd Day: South Valley
Your journey starts picking up from your hotel.
Our first destination is the America Sistine Chapel, located at the beautiful main square in Andahuallillas village. Then, we head towards Cusco to the gate of the Tahuantinsuyo and Pikillacta. We visit the Pre- Inca urban city of Wari culture “Pikillacta” that literally means "city of fleas".
After our lunch, we visit our last destination, the hydraulic Centre of Tipon, with agricultural terraces, a marvel in engineering hydraulics of the Incas.
* Accommodation in Cusco
* Meals included Breakfast and Lunch
* Duration: From 08.30 to 16.00 hours
4th Day: The Sacred Valley of the Incas
Pick up from your hotel to start the journey on our own transport. On the route, we make a short stop to see the beautiful textile work of local craftsmen at a textile Center called Manos de la comunidad. Then, we head to Taray viewpoint for taking excellent pictures of the Andes and the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Then, we go to the traditional town of Pisaq. There, we visit the traditional market and the Intihuatana archaeological park.
In the afternoon we go to Urubamba to get a buffet lunch. After replenishing energy, we drive to Ollantaytambo archaeological Park. Ollantaytambo is an Inca living town because of its cobbled, winding streets. Finally, we go to the train station to continue our journey by train to Aguas Calientes.
* Accommodation in Aguas Calientes
* Meals included: Breakfast and Lunch
* Duration: Duration: From 08.30 to 20.00 hours
5th Day: Machu Picchu secrets
After breakfast, we take a bus up to Machu Picchu archaeological park. We have a tour in one of the most enigmatic and mysterious construction in the world. Discover the secret of this ancient wonder of the world with our professional guide. After the tour, you have time to enjoy, explore, relax, recharge positive vibes and of course take incredible pictures. The Machu Picchu experience will simply stay in your mind, heart and soul.
In the afternoon, we take a bus down to Aguas Calientes to get lunch and take the train back to Ollantaytambo. We pick you up at your arrival at the train station to take you to your hotel.
* Accommodation in Ollantaytambo
* Meals included: Breakfast
* Duration: from 08.30 to 20.00 hours
6th Day: Moray terraces and Maras salt mines
We start at Ollantaytambo an Inca living town. We say goodbye to the Sacred Valley and the amazing archaeological site of Ollantaytambo while heading to Moray terraces. In the Incas time Moray was used as an agricultural center of experimentation.
After enriching our knowledge about the Incas, we pass through the picturesque and colonial village of Maras. Besides having a beautiful main square, Maras also has the salt mines on its mountains. The mines can be only exploited by locals, in order to export the salt to different countries.
Finally, we head towards Cusco, although we make a short stop in Chinchero. This little town hosts the ancient and ancestral techniques of weaving and dying textile. At the same time, we walk to Chinchero's viewpoint, where we have a breathtaking view of the Chinchero Archaeological Center.
* Accommodation in Cusco
7th Day: Cusco – Departure to Lima
You have time after breakfast to enjoy Cusco at your own pace. We will take you to the airport depending on your flight schedule.
TOUR LOCATION
Relive the dreams of the Incas