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DAY 1: CUSCO CITY TOUR
Upon arrival to Cusco Airport. Reception and transportation to the Hotel
where you will receive an aromatic coca tea to stimulating for the
height, will have the free morning to rest and also we suggest you have
a light lunch either at your hotel or in one of the surrounded; in the
afternoon we will depart on a guided city tour, where tourist have the
opportunity to visit 6 places (entrance to the archaeological centers
and museums including) we will visit the Main square, Cathedral, the Koricancha (temple of the sun) and in addition we will make a route
bordering archaeological centers like Sacsayhuaman Fortress, Q'enko,
Puka Pukara and Tambomachay, tour finishes 6:30pm approximately at the
main square in order you can take dinner in one of the exquisite
restaurants in the area, then overnight. (No meals included)
NOTES:
*City tour: from 1.45pm to 6:30pm approx. (Pickup from the hotel starts
at 1:15pm)
*Optional Buffet Dinner with Folkloric Show: Adding $30 per person
DAY 2: FULL DAY SACRED VALLEY TOUR
Breakfast. You will be picked up at 8:15 am. Full day excursion to the
Urubamba Valley visiting: The colorful Indian market in Pisac where a
mixture of color, tradition will be able appreciated. Pisac is located
to the entrance of the Sacred Valley followed by Ollantaytambo. Most
people visit Pisac to see the market on Sunday, but there are smaller
markets on both Tuesday and Thursday. However Pisac is a pretty village
and has plenty of small handicraft shops and is worth a visit on any day
of the week as is a good place to buy the local ceramics including a
huge and varied collection of hand-painted multi-coloured beads. Lunch
in a typical restaurant in Urubamba then we continue with Ollantaytambo
which is an attractive little town located at the western end of the
Sacred Valley, considered the older town continuously occupied of the
American continent is located at the foot of some spectacular Inca ruins
which protected the strategic entrance to the lower Urubamba Valley. The
narrow streets of Ollantaytambo, along with their channels that have not
varied from the Inca time, evoke their ancestral inheritance, and then
finish visiting Chinchero.
Chinchero is a small Andean Indian village located high up on the
windswept plains of Anta at 3762m about 30km from Cusco and is believed
to be the mythical birthplace of the rainbow. Its major claim to tourism
is its colorful Sunday market which is much less tourist-orientated than
the market at Pisac. At the end, return to Cusco arriving at 6:30pm
approximately at the main plaza.
The night is free for you to eat in a restaurant of your choice;
although we always have plenty of suggestions for you should you require
them. (B, L)
Note: Take this tour on market days: Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday //
Bilingual Guided tour on different days
DAY 3: MACHUPICCHU OVERNIGHT TOUR
Early breakfast and pickup to go the train station to depart to Machu
Picchu, the trip takes about 4 hours. During the trip we will have an
amazing view of the landscapes of the Sacred Valley of Urubamba and the
Amazon rainforest providing you a small hint of how much Peru has to
offer. Upon arrival to the little town of Aguas Calientes you will have
to approach the bus station towards Machupicchu the “Lost City of the
Incas” (Only 20 minutes ride) to receive a professional guided tour by
this Huge Historical Sanctuary visiting the Main Plaza, the Circular
Tower, the Sacred Sun Dial, the Royal Quarters, the Temple of the Three
Windows and various burial grounds follow by some free time to explore
the zone on your own and experience the energy and force contained
therein, an according time, we will go down to the Aguas Calientes town
to relax at the hot springs or just overnight at the select lodging in
Aguas Calientes town. (B,L).
TRAIN SERVICES:
The Hiram Bingham is the most luxurious way to journey between Cusco and
Machu Picchu. For many visitors a trip to Machu Picchu is a once in a
lifetime experience, and the Hiram Bingham assures a magical journey,
never to be forgotten.
The carriages are painted a distinctive blue and gold and the interiors
are luxurious, warm and inviting with elegant decoration in the style of
the 1920's Pullman trains.
Each of the carriages has been furnished in polished wood and brass with
large chairs and plenty of space to stretch out. As you board, the
tables are exquisitely laid, ready for your meal, with gleaming crystal
and polished cutlery.
On board you will be served by a team of dedicated waiters who will
attend to your every need and make sure your journey is as comfortable
and luxurious as you imagined.
The Vistadome connect your senses through a sophisticated and
sensory travel experience; is the ideal train for those who want to be
in contact with the environment and appreciate the wonderful journey to
Machu Picchu.
Surrounded entirely by glass and wagons with large panoramic windows
offering incomparable scenic views and innumerous opportunities to
capture amazing pictures, Vistadome travelers feel connected and part of
the impressive landscape of Peru.
The Vistadome also has air conditioning and heating, leather seats that
adjust the body to provide comfort and relaxation during the entire trip
and has a different service, which allows the visitor to be immersed and
feel the Andean culture through its landscapes, music, dance and even
food carefully prepared with local ingredients
The Expedition is a travel experience with all the quality and
benefits at a lower cost. Is a service designed for the traveler’s
comfort, with four passenger seats located in front of each other, so
you can share your experience, and for the faithful backpack that is
always with you we offer racks placed above the seats. Also, this train
has panoramic windows, air conditioning and heating, and Andean music
that creates a cheerful atmosphere.
DAY 4: MACHU PICCHU / CUZCO
Breakfast and rest of day at leisure by your own (Entrance and bus fee
to Machu Picchu Not included on this day) in the afternoon return to
Cusco. Reception at the train station and transfer to the Hotel where it
passed the night (B).
Upon request: You can make a second visit to Machu Picchu and have the
chance to know hidden places, such as the Intipunku (Gate of the Sun) or
for more adventures can take a hike to the top of Huayna Picchu (Young
Mountain) to visit the Temple of the Moon and enjoy a spectacular view
of the city. Or if you have good physical conditions can take a hike
full of adrenaline to the Putukusi mountain opposite position than Machu
Picchu which allows us to have other unforgettable views from this new
wonder.
DAY 5: TRANSFER OUT
Breakfast and according time, transportation will be provided to go the
airport (B).
END OF THE SERVICE
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Cusco by Night
Sacred Valley
Markets
Machu Picchu
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INCLUDED IN THE FEE
All hotel and lodge accommodations based on double or single occupancy. All
scheduled transportation. All transfers. All scheduled excursions with
English-speaking guide services. All entrance fees. Meals as specified in the
itinerary. B=Breakfast; L=Lunch; D=Dinner.
IMPORTANT: For a better service, the company informs you that it has autonomy to
change the Hotels mentioned in the itinerary with another one of similar
category if therefore sees it by advisable taking into account justifiable
availability of spaces or other reasons, if this it is the case you will be
notified ahead of time.
NOT INCLUDED IN THE FEE
International and domestic airfares, airport departure taxes or visa fees,
excess baggage charges, additional nights during the trip due to flight
cancellations, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages or bottled water, snacks,
insurance of any kind, laundry, phone calls, radio calls or messages,
reconfirmation of international flights and items of personal nature.
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