Essential South, Private Tour

What's Included

• Tour Guide

  Operated with English, Spanish, Portuguese or French speaking local guide on a private basis.

• Transport

  Private transfers from and to the airport, transfers from and to the train stations, roundtrip train to Machu Picchu in Expedition Service (PeruRail) or Voyager (IncaRail) for Standard and Superior category, and Vistadome Service (Perú Rail) or 360° (Inca Rail) for Deluxe category, and bus Aguas Calientes/Machu Picchu/Aguas Calientes.

• Entrance Fees and Activities

  All the visits mentioned in the itinerary: Casa Aliaga, Cathedral and Larco Museum in Lima; Coricancha Temple, Cathedral, Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Puca Pucara and Tambomachay in Cusco; Chincheros, Living Museum of Yucay and Ollantaytambo in the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu; Andahuaylillas, Racchi and Pucara Museum in Cusco; Puno and Uros and Taquile Islands in Puno. Includes Cusco Tourist Ticket (BTC).

What's Not Included

• Personal Expenses

  Expenses of a personal nature, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages during meals, and meals not stated in the programme.

• Tips

  Tips for driver and guide are not included.

• Optional Visits

  Additional optional visits are not included.

• Flights

  International flights to Peru and domestic flights, such as Lima - Cusco, are not included.

• Airport Taxes

  International and domestic airport departure taxes are not included.

Requirements

Comfortable and light clothing is recommended for visiting the coastal areas of Peru, while for the high Andean area; use of warm clothing is ALSO recommended. It is not recommended that visitors wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or short clothes when visiting religious temples or official buildings. Sunscreen, sunglasses, hat and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.

Please Note

Day 1: Optional extra Magic Water Circuit with Dinner does not operate on Sundays and Mondays

Rates do not apply to Peruvians or residents with more than 60 days of stay. If passengers are Peruvians or exceed 60 days of stay, sale taxes (18%) will be collected by our local operator

Please note that check-in in most hotels begins at 13:00 hrs. Clients will be subject to the availability of the room if they arrive before time, allowed to wait in the hotel lobby

If your trip includes a visit to high altitude cities such as Cusco and Puno located at more than 3,400 metres (11,200 feet above sea level), do not forget to take precautions in order to avoid altitude sickness. Passengers who have heart problems or high blood pressure should check with their doctor before travelling

We reserve the right to change itineraries and activities due to weather conditions, technical problems or security reasons.

INSTRUCTIONS 

Domestic flight from Lima to Cusco is not included and must arrive no later than 10:30hrs. Noon arrivals are too late. Carry the same document that you presented to the agency, given that train tickets and entrance to Machu Picchu will be issued with the same information

In all train services to Machu Picchu, the passenger can carry only hand luggage (backpack, bag or briefcase) weighing no more than 5kg / 11lb on the train to/from Machu Picchu. You will find your luggage at the chosen hotel. Allowed size: 62 linear inches 157cm (height + length + width).

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THE NEW ENTRANCE REGULATIONS TO MACHU PICCHU

The current restrictions on visits to Machu Picchu allow a maximum stay of four hours in the citadel (2 hours and a half accompanied by a guide). If the visitor tours on an alternate route (Machu Picchu Mountain or Huayna Picchu) the passenger will have three hours for this purpose, additional to the four hours in the citadel. If the passenger wishes to enter the citadel again during the afternoon shift or the next day, he/she must previously acquire an additional ticket to enter during the new shift. There is no ticket sale in the archaeological zone.

To help preserve the Machu Picchu Historical Sanctuary and maintain its World Heritage status, the Ministry of Culture has designated various visitor circuits. The specific circuit and schedule will be assigned based on availability at the time your reservation is confirmed

The following objects are forbidden: professional cameras that require lights and tripods, or with telephoto lenses with a weight higher than 2 kilos (in order to use them, special authorization is needed, as well as the payment of an additional fee), drones, selfie sticks, sprays, high heels, walking sticks without rubber tip, banners and posters, sharp objects and backpacks bigger than 40cm x 35 cm x 20 cm. 

NEW PLASTIC REGULATION:

After the prohibition of the access of single use plastic items to 76 natural areas including Machu Picchu, it is important to use reusable bottles.

Accommodation options

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1-2 Lima:

• Standard Hotel Category =  Tierra Viva or similar 3*
• Superior Hotel Category = Jose Antonio Deluxe or similar 4*
• Deluxe Hotel Category =  Pullman Lima Miraflores or similar 5*

Day 3, 6 Cusco:

• Standard Hotel Category =  Tierra Viva or similar 3*
• Superior Hotel Category = Hilton Garden Inn or similar 4*
• Deluxe Hotel Category = Aranwa Cusco Boutique or similar 5*

Day 4 Sacred Valley:

• Standard Hotel Category = AVA Spots or similar 3*
• Superior Hotel Category = Casa Andina Private Valle or similar 4*
• Deluxe Hotel Category = Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba or similar 5*

Day 5 Aguas Calientes:

• Standard Hotel Category =  Ferré Machu Picchu or similar 3*
• Superior Hotel Category = El Mapi Inkaterra or similar 4*
• Deluxe Hotel Category = Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo or similar 5*

Day 7-8 Puno:

• Standard Hotel Category =  Hacienda Puno or similar 3*
• Superior Hotel Category = Jose Antonio or similar 4*
• Deluxe Hotel Category = GHL Hotel Lago Titicaca or similar 5*

OPTIONAL EXTRA:

Pre-night in Lima:

• Standard Hotel Category =  Tierra Viva or similar 3*
• Superior Hotel Category = Jose Antonio Deluxe or similar 4*
• Deluxe Hotel Category =  Pullman Lima Miraflores or similar 5*

Post-night in Puno:

• Standard Hotel Category =  Hacienda Puno or similar 3*
• Superior Hotel Category = Jose Antonio or similar 4*
• Deluxe Hotel Category = GHL Hotel Lago Titicaca or similar 5*

Accommodation options

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1-2 Lima:

• Standard Hotel Category =  Tierra Viva or similar 3*
• Superior Hotel Category = Jose Antonio Deluxe or similar 4*
• Deluxe Hotel Category =  Pullman Lima Miraflores or similar 5*

Day 3, 6 Cusco:

• Standard Hotel Category =  Tierra Viva or similar 3*
• Superior Hotel Category = Hilton Garden Inn or similar 4*
• Deluxe Hotel Category = Aranwa Cusco Boutique or similar 5*

Day 4 Sacred Valley:

• Standard Hotel Category = AVA Spots or similar 3*
• Superior Hotel Category = Sonesta Posadas del Inca Yucay or similar 4*
• Deluxe Hotel Category = Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba or similar 5*

Day 5 Aguas Calientes:

• Standard Hotel Category =  Hatun Inti Classic Standard or similar 3*
• Superior Hotel Category = El Mapi Inkaterra or similar 4*
• Deluxe Hotel Category = Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo or similar 5*

Day 7-8 Puno:

• Standard Hotel Category =  Hacienda Puno or similar 3*
• Superior Hotel Category = Jose Antonio or similar 4*
• Deluxe Hotel Category = GHL Hotel Lago Titicaca or similar 5*

OPTIONAL EXTRA:

Pre-night in Lima:

• Standard Hotel Category =  Tierra Viva or similar 3*
• Superior Hotel Category = Jose Antonio Deluxe or similar 4*
• Deluxe Hotel Category =  Pullman Lima Miraflores or similar 5*

Post-night in Puno:

• Standard Hotel Category =  Hacienda Puno or similar 3*
• Superior Hotel Category = Jose Antonio or similar 4*
• Deluxe Hotel Category = GHL Hotel Lago Titicaca or similar 5*

Mode of Transport

Experience private transfers from and to the airport, train stations, and enjoy roundtrip train rides to Machu Picchu with options like Expedition Service or Vistadome Service, along with bus transfers between Aguas Calientes and Machu Picchu.

Accommodation

Enjoy 8 nights of accommodation with options ranging from standard 3-star hotels like Tierra Viva to deluxe 5-star hotels such as Pullman Lima Miraflores, Aranwa Cusco Boutique, and GHL Hotel Lago Titicaca, ensuring comfort throughout your journey.