The Charm of Cusco

What's Included

• Tour Guide

  Operated with bilingual: English - Spanish speaking local guide on shared basis on days 2 and 3.

• Accommodation

  3 nights' accommodation in Cusco with options ranging from 3* to 5* hotels.

• Meals

  3 breakfasts and lunch on day 3.

• Transport

  Private transfer from airport to hotel in Cusco, shared transfer from hotel in Cusco to train station in Ollantaytambo, roundtrip train to Machu Picchu, shared bus from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu and back, shared transfer from train station in Ollantaytambo to hotel in Cusco, and private transfer from hotel to airport in Cusco.

• Entrance Fees and Activities

  All visits mentioned in the itinerary: Coricancha, Cathedral, Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Tambomachay and Puca Pucara in Cusco on day 2; Machu Picchu on day 3.

What's Not Included

• Personal Expenses

  Personal expenses, drinks and meals not explicitly mentioned in the programme.
  
  

• Tips

  Tips for driver and guide.
  
  

• International Flights

  International flights to Peru.
  
  

• Domestic Flights

  Domestic flights (it is advised to book the first flights in the morning).
  
  

• 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.

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).

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 not later than 10:30hrs. Noon arrivals are too late.

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, waiting in the hotel lobby.

If your trip includes the 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.

Upon arrival is recommended to rest for few hours, drink coca tea and eat lightly. As a reference Machu Picchu is located at 2400 meters (8 000 feet above sea level).

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 accompanied by a guide during the first entry. If the visitor tours an alternate route (Mountain Machu Picchu or Huayna Picchu) the passenger will have 3 hours to 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 in the new shift. There is no ticket sale in the archaeological zone.

It is forbidden the follow objects: professional cameras that require lights and tripods, or with telephoto lenses with a weigh 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

Days 1-3 Cusco:

Mode of Transport

Private transfers from the airport to your hotel in Cusco, shared transfers to Ollantaytambo train station, roundtrip train to Machu Picchu, and shared bus transfers to and from Machu Picchu are included.

Accommodation

Enjoy 3 nights' accommodation in Cusco with options ranging from the 3-star Tierra Viva Cusco, the 4-star Hilton Garden Inn, to the 5-star Aranwa Cusco Boutique. Pre-/Post night stays are also available.

Accommodation options

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Days 1-3 Cusco: