MACHU PICCHU AND LAKE TITICACA 8D/7N

Description

From the Andes to the Peruvian Altiplano, discover the roots of Inca culture as you journey across Lake Titicaca and end at the most iconic expression of Inca architecture: Machu Picchu.

 

Itineario

Upon your arrival in the city of Cusco, a member of our staff will welcome you and escort you to your designated hotel.

Overnight in Cusco

Begin your journey with a guided visit to Qoricancha or Sun Temple, the most important temple in the Inca Empire, renowned for its magnificent stonework and fascinating history blending Inca and colonial cultures. Continue to the awe-inspiring Cathedral of Cusco, a masterpiece of colonial architecture that houses an impressive collection of colonial art and important religious relics.

Explore the vibrant San Pedro Market, where you will experience the local flavors, colors, and traditions of daily Cusqueñan life, before we finish this first part of the day, we going to walk around the Stroll through the charming streets of the Historic Center, admiring its colonial mansions, Inca walls, and picturesque squares, while your guide shares the rich history and legends of Cusco. Lunch included in local restaurant.

After lunch we going to board our bus and start with a guided visit to the impressive fortress of Sacsayhuamán, known for its enormous cyclopean stone walls and its strategic location overlooking the city of Cusco, continue to Qenqo, a ceremonial site featuring carved stone altars and labyrinthine underground passages, believed to have been used for religious rituals. Conclude the tour at Tambomachay, also known as the “Bath of the Inca,” celebrated for its finely crafted aqueducts, canals, and waterfalls, symbolizing the importance of water in Inca culture.

Overnight in Cusco

Breakfast and lunch included

Early morning pick-up from your hotel for a scenic drive towards the Sacred Valley, following the course of the Urubamba River and surrounded by majestic Andean landscapes. Begin your exploration at Pisac, visiting its impressive Inca archaeological site perched on a hillside, offering panoramic views of the valley. Afterwards, enjoy a brief visit to the colorful Pisac market, famous for its traditional crafts and local products.

Continue towards Urubamba, the heart of the Sacred Valley, where you will enjoy a delicious buffet lunch at a local restaurant, featuring a selection of Peruvian and international dishes.

After lunch, visit the remarkable fortress of Ollantaytambo, an ancient Inca military, religious, and agricultural center, notable for its monumental terraces and well-preserved town layout.

On the return journey to Cusco, stop at Chinchero, a charming Andean village known for its traditional weaving demonstrations, colonial church built on Inca foundations, and sweeping views of the surrounding mountains. Return to Cusco in the late afternoon and transfer to your hotel

Overnight in Cusco

Breakfast and lunch included

The big day has arrived—it’s time to visit one of the Seven Wonders.

Early in the morning, we’ll transfer to the Ollantaytambo train station, where we’ll board the train bound for the village of Machu Picchu (also known as Aguas Calientes). After a short rest there, we’ll continue with a 25‑minute bus ride before finally arriving at the world wonder, the famous Machu Picchu. We’ll spend two hours exploring with our expert guide, then begin our return journey to Cusco, where we’ll spend our fourth night.

Overnight in Cusco

Breakfast and lunch are included

CUSCO FREE DAY (ASK FOR OUR OPTIONAL DAY TORUS)

It will be a long day. After breakfast, we’ll be picked up at the hotel to begin a bus journey to Puno—a seven‑hour trip during which we’ll stop at Andahuaylillas, known as the Sixteenth‑Century Chapel and famous for its stunning frescoes and murals. Next, we’ll visit Raqchi, an Inca site renowned for its food storehouses built within its walls.

We’ll enjoy lunch in the town of Sicuani, then continue on to arrive in Puno at around 5:00 p.m.

Overnight in Puno

Breakfast and lunch are included.

Today, we’ll visit the world’s highest navigable lake, Lake Titicaca. We’ll head to the port in Puno to board our boat, then explore the floating islands of Uros and the island of Amantani, where we’ll enjoy a traditional lunch with one of the local families. Finally, we’ll return to Puno for the night.

Overnight in Puno

Breakfast and lunch are included

We’re reaching the end of this amazing journey. After breakfast, we’ll take a bus to Juliaca airport—about an hour’s drive—where we’ll board our flight back to Lima. Once in Lima, our team will be waiting to take us to Miraflores, where we’ll spend the final night of the trip.

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Breakfast included

WHAT´S INCLUDED?

  • Private guide services.
  • Private vehicle for all tours.
  • All airport transfers assisted by our staff and with the company vehicles.
  • Accommodations as described in the full itinerary.
  • Tours as described in the full itinerary.
  • Train tickets according to services described in the full itinerary.
  • Entrance tickets to Machu Picchu.
  • Roundtrip bus tickets to and from Machu Picchu.
  • Entrance tickets to all visited sites, unless explicitly indicated.
  • Meals as noted in the full itinerary.
  • Ground transportation to Puno
  • 24 hrs. support.

WHAT IS NOT INCLUDE?

  • International flights. (Ask for rates at info@pathtravelperu.com)
  • Domestic flights Lima to Cusco and Juliaca to Lima (Ask for rates at info@pathtravelperu.com)
  • Travel insurance.
  • Meals not indicated in the described full itinerary.
  • Tips.

FAQS

Yes, some travelers may experience mild symptoms. We recommend resting upon arrival in Cusco and staying hydrated.

Breakfast and lunch are included on most days. Dinner is not included, giving you the freedom to choose where to eat.

Yes, the entrance ticket to Machu Picchu and the round-trip train and bus are all included.

Comfortable tourist-class hotels are included in Cusco, Puno, and Lima. Upgrades are available upon request.

Yes, your main luggage stays at the hotel in Cusco. You’ll bring only a small backpack for the day trip.

Yes, but due to high altitudes and long travel days, moderate physical fitness is recommended.

Yes, all tours are led by professional English-speaking guides.

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JOURNEY PRICING

The price is fully customizable and can be tailored and flexible to your personal preferences and style, the price is basically based on final accommodation, travel dates, and other custom preferences during the tour.

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