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Cusco, the capital of the Inca empire, without a doubt one of the best tourist destinations on earth, is one of the most beautifull cities. Its unique mixture of cultures has given this place the perfect atmosphere for any tourist. There are no words to describe Cusco and its attractions, but we must mention Machu Picchu, one of the wonders of civilization, and the beauty of the Sacred Valley of the Incas, with towns like Pisac (with its handcraft market) and Ollantaytambo. You will marvel at the ruins of the Sacsaywaman fortress, the Temple of the Sun, the Temple of Wiracocha, and the Cusco Cathedral. The Inca trail is one of the best treks on earth; you can also visit the Lares Valley and its lost communities, or the amazing Choquequirao, near the department of Apurimac. This sacred city of the Incas was discovered in the XX century, and it is still not part of conventional tourism. You will surely be dazzled by the variety of festivities, processions, Inca ceremonies, and local food and drink that you will be able to experience day by day. The Sacred Valley of the Incas, originally call Yucay by the Incas, is located in Cusco department and it spreads along the Vilcanota river, cover the area between the towns of Pisac and Ollantaytambo. With an altitude of 2800 meters above sea level, and a temperate climate, with 2 very defined seasons, the rainy season and the dry season, very few places competed with richness of this valley, chosen by the ancient Peruvians. Nowadays a tourist destination that you can't miss, to enjoy the beauty of the landscape, the high content of history and culture, plus the chances to do extreme sports and adventure.
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Day 1 | Lima - Cusco - Pisac
Transfer to Lima airport and flight to Cusco in the morning. At arrival to Cusco transfer to our hotel in Pisac town on the sacred Valley of the Incas for acclimatizing. Afternoon walk into town and the nearby points of interest.
Day 2 | Pisac - Ollantaytambo
In the morning visit to the archeological complex of Pisac and walk to downtown Pisac, and then free time to shop in the famous handicraft market here. Lunch included on the way Pisac- Urubamba in Tunupa restaurant (novo-andina cousine), visit to artist Pablo Seminario's house and to the Ollantaytambo complex. Overnight in Ollantaytambo.
Day 3 | Ollantaytambo - Machu Picchu
In the morning train to Aguas Calientes, at arrival transfer to our hotel. For the afternoon we suggest a visit to Mandor waterfalls. Overnight in Aguas Calientes.
Day 4 | Machu Picchu - Cusco
Morning visit to Machu Picchu History and Natural Sanctuary at sunrise and then time free to enjoy the complex on your own. In the afternoon return to Aguas Calientes and train to Ollantaytambo, from there bus to our hotel in Cusco. Night free.
Day 5 | Cusco
City tour, includes visit to Qenco, Sacsayhuaman, Puca Pucara and
Tambomachay complexes, the Temple of the Sun or Koricancha and the Cathedral in Cusco. Night free.
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Day 6 | Cusco
Day free to do your own search in the Imperial Capital of the Incas, its restaurants, bars and pubs. We suggest a visit to the traditional district of San Blas or the Pre-spaniard art museum.
Day 7 | Cusco - Lima
Transfer to Cusco airport, flight back to Lima and transfer in at arrival to Lima. End of our services.
INCLUDED:
All transfers, 3 stars hotel in Pisac 1 night, 3 stars hotel in Ollantaytambo 1 night, 3 stars hotel in Aguas Calientes 1 night and 3 stars hotel in Cusco 3 nights, all entrance fees, Sacred Valley of the Incas private tour, Machu Picchu private tour, Cusco city tour, flight Lima - Cusco – Lima.
Meals: 6 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 2 dinners.
Staff: Driver and bilingual certified guide, also all security implements for this type of trips.
NOT INCLUDED:
Additional activities, tips and extra expenses.
Prices
and itineries are subject to changes
in high seasons. Also in options
for trips in
group and Easter.
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THE SACRED VALLEY
Originally
call Yucay by the Incas, is located in
Cusco
and it spreads along the
Vilcanota
river,
cover the area
between the towns
of Pisac
and
Ollantaytambo.
With
an altitude of
2800
mls,
and a temperate
climate,
with
2 very defined
seasons, the rainy
season
and the dry
season,
very few places
competed
with richness of this
valley, chosen by
the
ancient Peruvians.
Nowadays a
tourist
destination
that you can't miss,
to enjoy the
beauty of
the landscape, the high
content of
history
and
culture. |
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