8-Day Cusco, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu and Salkantay Trekking.

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Transfer in Cusco + City Tour
1 stop
1
Cusco
Arrive in the historical capital, Cusco. We’ll whisk you off to your hotel so you can freshen up and get settled before we take you on a half-day city tour. This excursion is very relaxed and you won’t have to exert yourself too much on the first day. It’s the perfect way to acclimatize to the altitude. On the tour, you’ll visit some of the most important sites and landmarks in the city and learn all about the history. You’ve likely heard that Cusco was home to the Incas, which you’ll hear a lot more about, but there were also many cultures before them since 1,000 BC. The attractions you’ll visit on your city tour are: • The Cusco Cathedral • Qoricancha Temple and Santo Domingo Convent • Sacsayhuaman • Q’enqo • Puka Pukara • Tambomachay
4 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 2
Cusco Cooking Class - San Pedro Market
7 stops
2
This tour starts at Plazoleta of San Pedro, a lovely place where the is located the Market of San Pedro. On the market tour, you will see thousands of stores with a great variety of food such as cheeses, fruits, vegetables, handicrafts, and menus, among other things. The San Pedro Market is the main supply point in the city, where tourists and locals come daily. The food tour continues with a short walk to reach the cooking studio located near the market in the historic center of Cusco. The kitchen will be ready to start the Peruvian cooking classes. You will start the class by making a Peruvian cocktail known as Pisco Sour. The professional chef will explain, step by step, how to prepare a 4-course menu with basic cooking techniques. You will taste every dish you prepare at the end to relish the traditional Peruvian cuisine made with your own hands and share a pleasant moment with the rest of the group.
Admission ticket free
3
Sacsayhuaman
Cusco city tour to visit the most important sites and learn about the history of the city
20 minutes • Admission ticket included
4
Cusco city tour to visit the most important sites and learn about the history of the city
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
5
Tambomachay
Cusco city tour to visit the most important sites and learn about the history of the city
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
6
Puka Pukara
Cusco city tour to visit the most important sites and learn about the history of the city
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
7
Cusco Cathedral
Cusco city tour to visit the most important sites and learn about the history of the city
20 minutes • Admission ticket free
8
Cusco city tour to visit the most important sites and learn about the history of the city
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Day 3
Sacred Valley of the Inkas
5 stops
9
Pisac
The Archeological Site of Pisac is located at 3,300 meters above sea level, offering incredible views of its surroundings and the Sacred Valley
45 minutes • Admission ticket free
10
Pisac Market
It is one of the largest local markets in the whole region. The Pisac Artisan Market comprehends a cultural expression full of diversity, where the most talented artisans sell their handmade pieces, as well as food, vegetables, fruits, etc.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
11
Urubamba
After a whole morning full of history and adventure, now it’s time to take a break and enjoy the famous Peruvian gastronomy in a buffet restaurant. At Tunupa Restaurant, you will be surrounded by the soothing sound of the Urubamba River
1 hour • Admission ticket free
12
Archaeological Park Ollantaytambo
The small town of Ollantaytambo is one of the perfect examples of Inca urbanism. Its cobbled streets will leave you breathless as well as the Inca open draining system. You will also visit the archeological site, recognized as the only place that defeated the Spanish army during colonization for almost 50 years
2 hours • Admission ticket free
13
Cusco
Return to Cusco from the Sacred Valley of the Inkas
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Day 4
Cusco - Mollepata - Challacancha - Soraypamba - Humantay Lake
1 stop
14
Humantay Lake
Get the most stunning views on the way to Humantay Lake
5 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 5
Soraypamba - Salkantay Pass - Huayracmachay - Chaullay - Collpapamba
1 stop
15
Rivers, waterfalls, flora, and fauna along the way as we head deeper into the luscious jungle. We’ll pass through a village called Collpampa before crossing to the other side of the valley to get to La Playa. You’ll have some time to rest before walking thirty more minutes to Lucmabamba, our camp and lunch spot. In the afternoon, we’ll enjoy exploring the surrounding jungle before visiting a coffee plantation. This is the main farming industry in the region and you’ll learn all about the process before savoring some freshly made coffee from local farmers. On our way back to camp, we’ll also spot some orange and avocado plantations. In the evening, you’ll enjoy a delicious meal before settling in for the night in our Jungle Domes to drift off to the sounds of Mother Nature.
10 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 6
Collpamba - La Playa - Hidroeléctrica - Aguas Calientes
1 stop
16
Wake up early again to set off on the hike to Llactapata. You’ll walk around 3 hours to get there and then enjoy exploring this fascinating archaeological site with your guide who’ll tell you all about the site’s history and what it meant to the Incas. From here, you get your first glimpse of Machu Picchu citadel and the Huayna Picchu and Machu Picchu Mountains. You’ll then head downhill for an hour and a half to our lunch spot in Aobamba.
8 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 7
Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu - Ollantaytambo - Cusco
3 stops
17
Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu
Wake up before dawn today to ensure we’re one of the first groups to enter Machu Picchu. We’ll board a bus in Aguas Calientes that takes us up to the entrance to go inside at 6 am. The incredible citadel will take your breath away when you first look out over the stunning fortress. Your guide will take you on a 2-hour tour of all the important sites before you have a few more hours to explore by yourself. If you have pre-booked tickets, you can hike up Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain to get amazing views over Machu Picchu.
4 hours • Admission ticket included
18
Aguas Calientes
A little after midday, it’ll be time to head back down to Aguas Calientes. You’ll have a little time to eat some lunch in a restaurant of your choice before we board the train to Ollantaytambo.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
19
Ollantaytambo
We book tickets between 1:37 pm and 6:20 pm, depending on availability. Once in Ollantaytambo, our private transportation will pick you up and take you back to your hotel in Cusco at around 8 pm. You can now rest in your hotel in Cusco and reflect on your exciting adventure.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 8
Cusco - Cusco’s Airport
1 stop
20
Baltra
Today, you’ll wake up, have breakfast, and pack your bags, as it’s time to say goodbye to the imperial city of Cusco for now. We’ll organize a time to collect you and take you to the airport or bus station to continue your vacation or head back home. This isn’t a forever farewell, and we’re sure you’ll be longing to come back to relive all the special moments, learn more about the ancient city and cultures, and try out more of the excellent restaurants and their delicious cuisine. So, it’s not goodbye, but rather see you soon!
2 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
• Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

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