Coastal Capital to Machu Picchu

Begin a journey from the seaside capital to the core of the Inca Empire. Delight in uncovering Spanish colonial buildings, historic ruins, vibrant local markets, and winding cobblestone streets. Experience awe-inspiring Andean landscapes and savor the tastes and scents of indigenous cuisine. This extraordinary adventure reaches its pinnacle as the breeze plays with your hair at the legendary citadel of Machu Picchu.

Arrival to Lima & Transfer To Your Comfortable Lima Hotel:

  • Upon your arrival to the Lima airport, a Travel Experts Peru representative will meet you and accompany you to your hotel in Miraflores.
  • You’ll have the day to rest and explore the city on your own.
  • Evening to enjoy Lima’s amazing restaurants and nightlife.

Lima Tour

  • You’ll have the morning to walk the Miraflores neighborhood, the coastline, beautiful parks and plazas.
  • In the afternoon, you’ll be picked-up for a tour of the historic center and coastal neighborhoods of the city.
  • You’ll have the evening to prepare for your trip to Cusco the following day.

Lima to Cusco & Trip to Pisac

  • After breakfast, you’ll be met and transferred to Lima’s airport for your trip to Cusco.
  • Upon your arrival at the Cusco airport, a Travel Experts Peru representative will meet you for the drive to the Sacred Valley.
  • You’ll have a stop in Pisac to explore the ruins and historic Pisac market.
  • Take the evening to enjoy your lodge, the landscape, and amazing regional cuisine.

Sacred Valley & Train to Aguas Calientes

  • You’ll have the morning to relax and explore on your own – take this time to visit the town of Urubamba, Chinchero, or partake in one of our additional excursions.
  • In the afternoon you will take a train to Machu Picchu, the hidden Inca citadel. This hour-and-a-half to two-hour train journey is one of the most scenic in the world, winding through mountain, river valleys, high jungle and mystical cloud forests. Upon arrival in Aguas Calientes, the town at the base of Machu Picchu, you will be met at the train station and accompanied to your hotel.
  • Your guide will provide details on the meeting time, place, and items to bring for your following day at Machu Picchu.

Explore Machu Picchu

  • Early the following morning, you’ll head over to the bus stop, where you’ll meet your guide and head to the entrance of Machu Picchu.
  • Upon arrival, you’ll head into Machu Picchu with your guide and explore the site’s key landmarks, such as the Intihuatana (Sun Stone), the Sun Temple, and the Room of 3 Windows. Additionally, you’ll be treated to the awe-inspiring mountain range that enigmatically embrace the ruins. In the early afternoon, we recommend you head back to Aguas Calientes to have lunch and pick up any luggage before taking your late-afternoon train back to Cusco.
  • When you arrive in Cusco, you’ll have a driver waiting for you to transport you to your hotel.

Day in Cusco

  • You’ll have the day to yourselves to relax after your late arrival.
  • Take the day to explore the Plaza de Armas, mercado San Pedro, and walk the cobble-stone streets of the city.
  • If you’re up for more activity, we can schedule a city tour where you’ll visit the main cathedral, Sacsayhuaman, Puca Pucara, and Tambomachay ruins.
  • Evening to explore the amazing restaurants and nightlife in the city.

 Cusco Departure

  • Enjoy breakfast at your hotel prior to being picked up and transferred to Cusco’s airport for your flight back to Lima.
  • Safe travels back home.

Tour Includes:

  • Accommodations: 2 nights in Lima, 1 night in the Sacred Valley, 1 night in Aguas Calientes, and 2 nights in Cusco.
  • Guided Tours: All tours outlined in the itinerary will be conducted by English-speaking guides.
  • Transportation: Ground transportation and entrance fees are included.
  • Meals: Breakfast will be provided at all hotels and lunch when mentioned in the itinerary
  • Train: Transportation from Machu Picchu to Cusco via train –  Vistadome Train

Not Included:

  • Airfare
  • Lunches and dinners (not including trek days)
  • Airport taxes
  • Tips