INCA EXPLORER DAY TO DAY ITINERARY:
Day 1 – Arrive Lima Airport
You will be met on arrival Lima Airport and transfer to your hotel in a private vehicle, with an English-speaking driver-guide.
Accommodation: Hotel Costa del Sol Ramada
Day 2:Lima – Flight to Cusco
Your driver-guide will collect you from your hotel and transfer to the Airport for your flight to Cusco.
Flight is required, currently not included in the quote.
Met on arrival Cusco and transfer to your hotel.
Take the afternoon to rest at your hotel so as to allow your body to acclimatize.
Accommodation: El Mercado Hotel, Cusco
Day 3: Cusco Sacred Valley Tour
Enjoy a full day private excursion to the Sacred Valley with your own private vehicle, driver and English speaking guide. Travelling north of Cusco, enjoy a visit to Ollantaytambo, a fortress built during the Inca Empire that is an excellent example of military architecture. Enjoy a buffet lunch (included). Afterwards, visit the village of Pisac and attend the local agricultural open-market where artisans from all over the area congregate to sell their crafts.
Includes tourist ticket and entrance fees.
Accommodation: El Mercado Hotel
Day 4: Cusco – Train to Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu Tour
6.05am – Depart for the ancient ruins at Machu Picchu. Duration 4hrs.
The train travels from the highest point of the journey into the Sacred Valley and the foothills of the Andes, before reaching Machu Picchu. Enjoy awe-inspiring views of the dramatic canyon along the Urubamba River.
Upon arrival in Aguas Calientes, you will board the bus (shared service) up to Machu Picchu. The bus ride takes 30 minutes and once you get there you will enjoy a private guided tour of Machu Picchu. There are many theories as to the purpose of Machu Picchu; a temple to the sun? A fortress against jungle inhabitants? A sanctuary for the Incas? The mysterious lost city awaits you!
Please note you will travel independently from Cusco by train, and your guide will meet you on arrival at the station in Aguas Calientes. You will then embark on a private, guided tour of Machu Picchu, which is roughly 2-3 hours in length.
After the tour, enjoy a leisurely lunch at the Sanctuary Lodge. Afterwards, take the bus back down to Aguas Calientes.
Note – luggage on the train: Only small overnight bags should be taken on the train. The rest of your luggage will be stored safely at your hotel and returned to you either in Cuzco or The Sacred Valley. Hand luggage on the train is limited to 11 pounds or 5 kgs.
Accommodation: El Mapi
Day 5: Aguas Calientes -Train to Cusco
Enjoy the morning at leisure in Aguas Calientes. (no guide). If you would like to have a guide please speak with your sales consultant about adding this service.
Transfer to the train station for your return journey to Cusco.
3.25pm – depart on a 4 hour train ride to Cusco. Snacks are served on board.
You will be met on arrival Cusco by your driver-guide for a transfer to your hotel.
Accommodation: El Mercado Hotel
Day 6: Cusco – Flight to Lima
You will be collected from the hotel and transfer to the Airport for your flight to Lima
Flight is required, currently not included in the quote.
Private airport transfer in Lima with a driver and guide.
Accommodation: Casa Andina Private Collection
Day 7: Lima Town Tour – Depart
Explore Lima on a sightseeing tour of Colonial and Modern Lima with a private guide and driver. Visit the Government Palace, City Hall, Cathedral at the Plaza Mayor (closed on Sundays), along with the 17th century San Francisco Convent. Take a short tour of the modern districts of San Isidro and Miraflores for a magnificent view of the Pacific Ocean.
Private airport transfer in Lima with a driver and guide.
Depart from Lima Airport
