Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable journey through Peru with the "Flash Peru" tour, exploring the rich history and breathtaking landscapes of this South American gem. Begin your adventure in Lima, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where colonial architecture meets the Pacific Ocean. Discover the ancient Inca capital of Cusco, with its blend of pre-Columbian and Spanish influences, and marvel at the impressive Sacsayhuaman fortress. Journey through the Sacred Valley, visiting traditional towns and the Living Museum of Yucay. The highlight of your trip will be the awe-inspiring Machu Picchu, the "lost city of the Incas," where you'll delve into its fascinating history and stunning surroundings. Enjoy guided tours, comfortable accommodations, and seamless transfers, making this an enriching and hassle-free experience. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : ARRIVAL LIMA - CITY TOUR
Location: Lima
Accommodation Name: Tierra Viva or similar
Upon arrival at the Lima airport, a transportation service and a representative will pick you up to transfer you to your hotel for your check-in. Later, you will be picked up at about 1.45 pm from the hotel to explore Lima’s old town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, packed with fascinating historic buildings. The route begins at the traditional Pueblo Libre district, where you visit the Larco Museum, located in a beautifully restored vice regal mansion built on a pre-Columbian pyramid from the seventh century. The museum boasts a complete pre-Hispanic collection of gold and silver objects, as well as pieces of erotic art. Then visit the Casa Aliaga, a colonial mansion granted by chief conquistador Francisco Pizarro to one of his captains, Jerónimo de Aliaga. This is the only house from that time, still belonging to the same family. Continue with a scenic tour through the colonial downtown. See the Main Square, where you can appreciate the grandiose architecture of the Spanish Empire. Admire Lima’s Cathedral, built during the 16th century. After 4-hour visit, you will be transferred back to your hotel, at 6.30 pm.
Overnight in Lima.
Day 2 : LIMA – CUSCO – CITY TOUR & NEARBY ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITES (90 min by flight)
Location: Cusco
Accommodation Name: Tierra Viva Cusco or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast at the hotel and at indicated time in the morning, you will be transferred to the Lima airport to take the flight to the city of Cusco (Lima – Cusco flight not included). Domestic flight from Lima to Cusco must arrive not later than 10:30 am. Noon arrivals are too late. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel for check-in. At around 1 pm you will be picked up at the hotel to enjoy a guided 4-hour tour of this charming city, which was the capital of the Inca Empire. The tour starts with a visit to Santo Domingo Convent, a large Renaissance-baroque complex, which was built over the Inca Coricancha temple. It was one of the most important temples dedicated to worshipping of the sun, and its foundations are still prominent at the base of the convent. Ancient chronicles say the temple was covered in gold leaf and filled with golden representations of nature. Then, visit the Cathedral, the most imposing monument of the Main Square. Head to the hills above Cusco to visit the remains of the fortress of Sacsayhuaman, whose imposing ramparts offer a stunning panoramic view of Cusco, and the ruins of the temple and amphitheatre of Qenqo, where it is believed the Incas practiced agricultural rituals. Admire Qenqo and then finally visit PukaPukara (‘Red fortress’ in Quechua) an Inca military complex located on a prominent hill. Its dwellings squares, bathrooms, aqueducts, walls, and towers can still be appreciated. Afterwards, return to your hotel at approximately 5.30 pm.
Overnight in Cusco.
Day 3 : CUSCO – SACRED VALLEY / CHINCHERO – OLLANTAYTAMBO (75 Km – 1.5 Hours)
Location: Sacred Valley
Accommodation Name: AVA Spots or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
After breakfast, you will be picked up from your hotel in Cusco at about 8 am for 1 hour visit of Chinchero town, a traditional Cusco urban center located at an elevated point with a beautiful view of the valley. The inhabitants of this area preserve the artisan traditions and the inherited knowledge of the Incas and display them in their clothes and customs. In Chinchero there are also archaeological remains and a beautiful seventeenth-century church, one of the first Catholic buildings in Peru. On Sundays, it is also possible to visit the local market in Chinchero. Then, you are transferred from Ollantaytambo to the Living Museum of Yucay, a center Andean traditions interpretations, where demonstrations of the elaboration of textile work, adobe, pottery and silverware are carried out in the same way in which they used to in antiquity; an original recreation of Inca traditions. In addition, residents of the museum include llamas, sheep and alpacas, and they can be fed! Upon arriving in Ollantaytambo at 1 pm, inhabited uninterruptedly since Inca times, have a superior Andean gastronomy experience in a restaurant and feel the true spirit of the Sacred Valley, transmitted in a cosy atmosphere! Later, climb the iconic fortress, built next to a mountain. At the end of this activity, at approximately 4 pm, you will be transferred back to your hotel.
Overnight in Sacred Valley.
Day 4 : SACRED VALLEY – MACHU PICCHU – CUSCO (1.5 hr by train / 75 Km – 2 Hrs by land)
Location: Machu Picchu
Accommodation Name: Tierra Viva Cusco or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
After breakfast at the hotel, your journey to Machu Picchu begins with a train ride to Aguas Calientes (the pick-up and train schedule will be indicated the day before), also known as "Machu Picchu Pueblo", the last stop before entering the most important archaeological site in Peru. In Aguas Calientes you will find a craft market, restaurants and, for those who prefer to spend the night at the foot of the mountain and climb early in the morning, hotels for all budgets. Upon arrival, you will be guided to the bus that takes you to Machu Picchu. After a 25-minute bus ride, you will finally arrive at the 'lost city of the Incas '. It is believed that Machu Picchu was built for the Inca emperor Pachacútec around 1450 as a holiday residence. The citadel was abandoned just over 100 years later, probably as a result of the Spanish Conquest, although historians have never uncovered why it was abandoned or how it escaped the destruction that other Inca settlements faced. Instead, the jungle slowly engulfed its stone construction, covering it in thick vegetation that kept it hidden and protected until the ‘lost city of the Incas’ was brought to international attention in 1911. Your 2.5 hour tour will introduce you to the origins of this impressive citadel and guide you around some of its most iconic monuments. At the end of the tour, return by bus to Aguas Calientes for lunch. Finally, you return by train to Ollanta Station and to transfer to your hotel in Cusco during the afternoon. Overnight in Cusco.
Day 5 : DEPARTURE CUSCO
Location: Cusco
Meals Included: Breakfast
After finishing your breakfast at the hotel, you will be transferred to Alejandro Velasco Astete Airport in Cusco to board your flight to Lima. Although this is the last day of your incredible journey with us in Peru, we hope that your memories of this remarkable region, bursting with both culture and history, will last a lifetime.
What's Included
TOUR GUIDE:
- Operated with bilingual: English - Spanish speaking local guide on a shared basis on days 1-4
ACCOMMODATION:
- 4 nights’ accommodation
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1 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 2 Cusco:
Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva Cusco or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = Hilton Garden Inn or similar 4*
Deluxe Hotel Category = Aranwa Cusco Boutique or similar 5*
Day 3 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 4 Cusco:
Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva Cusco or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = Hilton Garden Inn or similar 4*
Deluxe Hotel Category = Aranwa Cusco Boutique or similar 5*
OPTIONAL EXTRA:
Pre-night in Lima:
Standard Hotel Category =Tierra Viva or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = José Antonio Deluxe or similar 4*
Deluxe Hotel Category = Pullman Lima Miraflores or similar 5*
Post-night in Cusco:
Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva Cusco or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = Hilton Garden Inn or similar 4*
Deluxe Hotel Category = Aranwa Cusco Boutique or similar 5*
MEALS:
- 4 Breakfasts.
- 2 Lunches on days 3 and 4
TRANSPORT:
- Private transfer from airport to hotel in Lima
- Private transfer from hotel to airport in Lima
- Private transfer from airport to hotel in Cusco
- Shared transfer from hotel in Cusco to train station in Ollantaytambo.
- 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 Rai) for Deluxe category
- Shared bus from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu
- Shared Bus from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes
- Shared transfer from train station in Ollantaytambo to hotel in Cusco
- Private transfer from hotel to airport in Cusco
ENTRANCE FEES AND ACTIVITIES:
- All visits mentioned in the itinerary: city tour in Lima (day 1), city tour & archaeological sites in Cusco (day 2), Guided tour in Chinchero, the Living Museum of Yucay and Ollantaytambo (day 3), guided tour in Machu Picchu (day 4).
What's Not Included
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses, drinks and meals not explicitly mentioned in the programme.
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Tips
Tips for driver and guide.
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International Flights
International flights to Peru.
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Domestic Flights
Domestic flights (it is advised to book the first flights in the morning).
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Airport Taxes
Domestic and foreign airport taxes.
Requirements
Comfortable and light clothing is recommended for visiting the coastal areas of Peru, while for the high Andean area the use of warm clothing is 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
- 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
- Domestic flight from Lima to Cusco must arrive no later than 10:30hrs. Noon arrivals are too late.
- Please note that Check-In in most hotels begins at 1:00 p.m. Clients will be subject to the availability of the room if they arrive before, waiting in the hotel lobby
- If your trip includes a visit to high altitude cities such as Cusco and Puno located at more than 3400 meters (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
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THE NEW ENTRANCE REGULATIONS TO MACHU PICCHU
- The current restrictions on visits to Machu Picchu allow a maximum stay of 4 hours in the citadel (2 hours and a half accompanied by a guide). If the visitor tours an alternate route (Mountain Machu Picchu or Huayna Picchu) the passenger will have 3 hours for this purpose, additional to the 4 hours in the citadel. If the passenger wishes to enter the citadel again during the afternoon shift or the next day, he must acquire previously an additional ticket to enter 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 prohibiting the access of single use plastic items to 76 natural areas including Machu Picchu, it is important to use reusable bottles.
INSTRUCTIONS
- Carry the same document that you presented to the agency, given that the 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)
Accommodation options
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1 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 2 Cusco:
- Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva Cusco or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = Hilton Garden Inn or similar 4*
- Deluxe Hotel Category = Aranwa Cusco Boutique or similar 5*
Day 3 Sacred Valley:
- Standard Hotel Category = AVA Spots or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = Casa Andina Premium Valle or similar 4*
- Deluxe Hotel Category = Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba or similar 5*
Day 4 Cusco:
- Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva Cusco or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = Hilton Garden Inn or similar 4*
- Deluxe Hotel Category = Aranwa Cusco Boutique or similar 5*
OPTIONAL EXTRA:
Pre-night in Lima:
- Standard Hotel Category =Tierra Viva or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = José Antonio Deluxe or similar 4*
- Deluxe Hotel Category = Pullman Lima Miraflores or similar 5*
Post-night in Cusco:
- Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva Cusco or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = Hilton Garden Inn or similar 4*
- Deluxe Hotel Category = Aranwa Cusco Boutique or similar 5*
Mode of Transport
Private transfers from airports to hotels in Lima and Cusco, shared transfers to train stations, roundtrip train to Machu Picchu, and shared bus services to and from Machu Picchu.
Accommodation
Enjoy 4 nights of accommodation with options ranging from 3-star hotels like Tierra Viva to luxurious 5-star hotels such as Pullman Lima Miraflores, Hilton Garden Inn, and Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba.
Accommodation options
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1 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 2 Cusco:
- Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva Cusco or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = Hilton Garden Inn or similar 4*
- Deluxe Hotel Category = Aranwa Cusco Boutique or similar 5*
Day 3 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 4 Cusco:
- Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva Cusco or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = Hilton Garden Inn or similar 4*
- Deluxe Hotel Category = Aranwa Cusco Boutique or similar 5*
OPTIONAL EXTRA:
Pre-night in Lima:
- Standard Hotel Category =Tierra Viva or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = José Antonio Deluxe or similar 4*
- Deluxe Hotel Category = Pullman Lima Miraflores or similar 5*
Post-night in Cusco:
- Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva Cusco or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = Hilton Garden Inn or similar 4*
- Deluxe Hotel Category = Aranwa Cusco Boutique or similar 5*
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of guide will be provided during the tour?
The tour will be operated with a bilingual English-Spanish speaking local guide on a shared basis on days 1, 2, 3, and 4.
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What types of accommodation are available during the tour?
Accommodation options include Standard, Superior, and Deluxe hotel categories. For example, in Lima, you can stay at Tierra Viva (3*), Jose Antonio Deluxe (4*), or Pullman Lima Miraflores (5*). Similar categories are available in Cusco and the Sacred Valley.
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What meals are included in the tour package?
The tour package includes 4 breakfasts and 2 lunches on days 3 and 4.
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What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?
Transportation includes private transfers from the airport to the hotel in Lima and Cusco, shared transfers from the hotel in Cusco to the train station in Ollantaytambo, roundtrip train to Machu Picchu, shared bus from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu and back, and private transfer from the hotel to the airport in Cusco. ...more ...less
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What are the main activities included in the tour?
The tour includes visits to Lima's old town, the Larco Museum, Casa Aliaga, the Main Square, and Lima's Cathedral. In Cusco, you will visit Santo Domingo Convent, the Cathedral, Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, and PukaPukara. In the Sacred Valley, you will visit Chinchero, the Living Museum of Yucay, and Ollantaytambo. The tour also includes a guided visit to Machu Picchu. ...more ...less
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Are there any optional extras available?
Yes, optional extras include pre-night accommodation in Lima and post-night accommodation in Cusco, available in Standard, Superior, and Deluxe hotel categories.
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What should I pack for the tour?
Comfortable and light clothing is recommended for coastal areas, while warm clothing is recommended for high Andean areas. Sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, and mosquito repellent can be very useful. It is also recommended to carry the same document you presented to the agency for train tickets and entrance to Machu Picchu.
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Are there any restrictions for visiting Machu Picchu?
Yes, the current restrictions allow a maximum stay of 4 hours in the citadel accompanied by a guide. If you tour an alternate route like Mountain Machu Picchu or Huayna Picchu, you will have 3 additional hours. Re-entry requires an additional ticket. Certain items like professional cameras, drones, selfie sticks, and large backpacks are prohibited.
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What does the price include?
What is included is stated specifically on the product Description. Gratuities are at your discretion. Prices do not include (unless stated otherwise) - gratuities to the guide, driver or tour manager.
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Are Visa fees included in the price?
No, visa fees are not included
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
You can change it by logging into your profile and click on Bookings. Please check your cancellation policy.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Booking confirmation with Itinerary and confirmation vouchers
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When are there specific hotel names confirmed?
Confirmed hotel names are informed latest 10 days prior to client's arrival
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Do you offer any travel insurance?
We do not offer Travel Insurance but would strongly recommend that you purchase a comprehensive Travel Insurance Policy prior to departure.
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Is there any option for solo traveller?
Yes of course. Please note that the default selection shows the price per person per double room. For solo travellers, you will have to select a single room when available.
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Are flights included in the tour?
No, they are not included
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Lima Tours requires a minimum deposit of 25% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 89 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of lima tours charges.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 8 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
Flash Peru
5 Days Starting in Lima, Peru and ending in Cusco, Peru
Visiting: Lima, Cusco, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu
Tour operator:
Tour code:
291817
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
10-99
