Magical Journey to the Sacred Valley of the Incas & Machu Picchu | 7D/6N LJ

After enjoying breakfast at your hotel in Lima, a private transfer will take you to Jorge Chávez International Airport, where you’ll board your flight to Cusco (approx. 60 minutes). Upon arrival at Cusco Airport, your guide will be waiting to welcome you and accompany you to the heart of the Sacred Valley.

Before reaching your hotel, you’ll visit the “Manos de la Comunidad” Living Museum, an initiative led by various local communities. This colorful and charming space showcases traditional Andean textiles made from alpaca and llama wool.

Start your visit by meeting the most iconic camelids of the Andes—llamas and alpacas. You’ll have the chance to interact with them up close: feed them, take as many photos as you wish, and learn to tell the difference between Suri, Guanaco, Alpaca, and Llama. You’ll also witness firsthand the traditional textile-making process, from raw wool to beautiful handmade products such as shawls, scarves, bags, and home décor.

After this authentic experience, the journey continues through the Sacred Valley, offering spectacular views of mountains and scenic lookouts. Your second stop is Urubamba, where you’ll enjoy a buffet lunch before heading to your luxury hotel in the Sacred Valley (altitude: 2,870 m / 9,416 ft), where you can relax and unwind. Dinner is on your own at the hotel.

Included:

• Breakfast at your hotel in Lima

• Private transportation from Cusco airport

• Bilingual professional guide

• Visit to the “Manos de la Comunidad” Living Museum

• Buffet lunch in Urubamba

• 5-star hotel in the Sacred Valley: Tambo del Inka, A Luxury Collection Resort & Spa or similar

Not included:

• Dinner

• Travel insurance

• Personal expenses

• Additional costs or delays beyond our control

After a delicious breakfast at your hotel, your guide will meet you at 8:00 AM to begin your tour. First stop: Maras Salt Mines (altitude: 3,200 m / 10,499 ft), about an hour away. The route is paved except for the final stretch, which is on a dirt road—don’t worry, your vehicle will be fully equipped for the journey.

Along the way, you’ll pass fields of wheat, potatoes, barley, and other crops. During the rainy season, this area turns lush and green. The local communities here live from agriculture and livestock herding.

Once at Maras, marvel at the more than 3,000 salt ponds carved into the mountainside. From above, the view is breathtaking. Historically, the Incas used this salt to preserve food through dehydration—a technique still used in remote communities. Salt is harvested weekly during the dry season and used for human consumption, medicinal purposes, and livestock. The ponds are fed by underground springs flowing from the surrounding mountains.

Next, you’ll head to Moray (altitude: 3,500 m / 11,483 ft), an ancient Inca agricultural laboratory. Its concentric circular terraces were used to experiment with crops at various altitudes and climates—creating a truly unique landscape.

Return to Urubamba for a buffet lunch, then continue to the fascinating town of Ollantaytambo (altitude: 2,792 m / 9,161 ft). This site served as a military and religious center during the Inca Empire. Considered one of Peru’s most picturesque towns, its cobblestone streets and original Inca canals offer a captivating glimpse into the past.

After the tour, you’ll return to your hotel in the Sacred Valley. Dinner is on your own.

Included:

• Breakfast at your hotel

• Private transportation

• Bilingual professional guide

• Entry to Maras Salt Mines

• Entry to Moray archaeological site

• Entry to Ollantaytambo archaeological site

• Buffet lunch in Urubamba

• 5-star hotel in the Sacred Valley: Tambo del Inka, A Luxury Collection Resort & Spa or similar

Not included:

• Dinner

• Travel insurance

• Personal expenses

• Additional costs or delays beyond our control

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel, then board your private transfer to the Ollantaytambo train station. Here you’ll board the Vistadome Observatory, a panoramic train offering breathtaking views along the route to Aguas Calientes. During this 1 hour and 40-minute journey, enjoy live music and traditional dance performances on board as you travel alongside the lush Urubamba River through cloud forest landscapes.

Upon arrival in Aguas Calientes (altitude: 2,040 m / 6,693 ft), a representative will meet you and escort you to your hotel. The rest of the afternoon is free to relax, explore the town, or enjoy lunch at one of the excellent local restaurants.

Included:

• Breakfast at your hotel in the Sacred Valley

• Private transfer from hotel to Ollantaytambo station

• Vistadome Observatory train ticket from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes

• 5-star hotel in Aguas Calientes: Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel or similar

Not included:

• Lunch and dinner

• Travel insurance

• Personal expenses

• Additional costs or delays beyond our control

Today we’ll start early to be among the first visitors to explore the majestic and awe-inspiring Machu Picchu, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Don’t forget to bring your passport, which is required for entry.

You’ll board one of the first buses from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu. The 35 to 40-minute ride follows a scenic, winding road through lush vegetation until reaching the entrance of the citadel (altitude: 2,430 m / 7,972 ft). Restrooms are available before entering, as none exist inside the site.

Accompanied by your private guide, you’ll follow the designated route through the citadel. The charm and mysticism of Machu Picchu will transport you through time, connecting you with the natural surroundings and Inca history. You’ll be amazed by the precision of the stonework and the engineering behind the hydraulic systems. Your guide will make several stops to explain the significance of various temples, plazas, and terraces, and you’ll have plenty of opportunities to take stunning photos.

After a 2.5-hour tour, it will be time to return to Aguas Calientes by bus. Upon arrival, you’ll be taken to a local restaurant where you can enjoy lunch on your own. You’ll also have free time to walk around the charming village—there are no cars here, so everything is explored on foot.

Please be at the train station 30 minutes prior to departure. You’ll travel back on the Vistadome Observatory Train to Poroy, enjoying scenic views and onboard entertainment during the approximately 4-hour ride. Upon arrival at the Poroy station, a private transfer will take you back to your hotel in Cusco (altitude: 3,399 m / 11,152 ft).

Included:

• Breakfast at your hotel in Aguas Calientes

• Private professional guide

• Entry ticket to Machu Picchu

• Round-trip bus tickets between Aguas Calientes and Machu Picchu

• Vistadome Observatory train ticket from Aguas Calientes to Poroy

• Private transfer from Poroy station to your hotel in Cusco

• 5-star hotel in Cusco: Palacio del Inka, A Luxury Collection Hotel or similar

Not included:

• Lunch and dinner

• Travel insurance

• Personal expenses

• Additional costs or delays beyond our control

Today is yours to explore and unwind at your own pace. Stroll through the historic center of Cusco, visit local museums, artisan markets, or simply relax in one of the many cafés surrounding the Plaza de Armas.

If you prefer to indulge in some self-care, we suggest enjoying a massage session at your hotel’s spa (please inquire directly with the hotel regarding availability and pricing).

Optional: If you’d like to visit Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Pukapukara, and Tambomachay, ask your travel consultant to add a City Tour.

Included:

• Breakfast at your hotel

• 5-star hotel in Cusco: Palacio del Inka, A Luxury Collection Hotel or similar

Not included:

• Lunch and dinner

• Travel insurance

• Personal expenses

• Additional costs or delays beyond our control

Enjoy your final breakfast at the hotel. At a scheduled time, a private transfer will take you to Cusco’s Alejandro Velasco Astete Airport for your flight back to Lima, where you can connect with your international departure.

Included:

• Breakfast at your hotel in Cusco

• Private transfer from hotel to Cusco airport

Not included:

• Lunch and dinner

• Hotel in Lima

• Travel insurance

• Personal expenses

• Additional costs or delays beyond our control