Compare Incas uncovered: Cuzco, Sacred Valley & Machu Picchu by Audley Travel
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| Duration | 9 days |
| Price From | $ 3,801 |
| Price Per Day | $ 422 |
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| Trip Style | Private guided tour |
| Lodging Level | Standard |
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| Flights & Transport | Internal airfare and ground transport included |
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| Meals Included | N/A |
| Description |
Heartland of the Incas, Peru is still littered with sites that showcase this powerful empire’s prowess as master builders, most notably Machu Picchu. Visiting this citadel hidden in the mountains is inspiration enough for a first-time visit, but the Incas were just one in a long line of peoples with a surviving legacy to explore. The landscape is equally varied: from the heights of the Andes down to the rainforest and quieter tributaries of the Peruvian Amazon. Peru feels like a country on the ascendency, reflected in the quality of hotels and a penchant for fine food. |
Day 1 : Lima
Today you begin your journey by boarding your international outbound flight to Lima. Arriving in Lima, you're met by your private guide and assisted to your hotel where you will rest up for the evening before beginning your journey further in to Peru.
Day 2 : Cuzco
This morning you will return to the airport for your flight to Cuzco. Upon arrival in Cuzco you will be met at the airport and driven to your hotel via private transfer.The rest of the day and evening will be yours to enjoy at your leisure as you acclimatize to the high altitude.
Day 3 : Cuzco
Enjoy a guided tour of the highlights of Cuzco and nearby Inca ruins.
Day 4 : Sacred Valley of Incas
Make your way through the Sacred Valley with visits to one of the most vibrant market's in Peru, the agricultural terraces of Moray, and salt pans at Maras.
Day 5 : Sacred Valley of Incas
Further explore the Sacred Valley with a day of mountain biking, whitewater rafting (seasonal), hiking, or a number of adventures.
Day 6 : Machu Picchu
Start today with a privately guided tour of the ruins of Ollantaytambo before taking the one and a half hour train journey to Machu Picchu with your guide. The journey traces the edge of the whitewater Urubamba River as it twists through the increasingly steep-sided valley. From your seat, youâll spot a series of Incan sites before arriving at Aguas Calientes.After disembarking from the train you will take a short bus journey up to Machu Picchu for your privately guided tour of the Inca citadel.
Day 7 : Cuzco
Take the morning to return to Machu Picchu on your own before returning to Cuzco.Take your final night in Cuzco to wander the colonial streets and enjoy a meal in one of the city's excellent restaurants.
Day 8 : International return flight
Take a private transfer to Cuzco's airport for your flight to Lima, then catch your onward international connection.
Day 9 : International return flight
Arrive home today to complete your journey.
