The Heart of the Empire

What's Included

TOUR GUIDE:

• Operated with a bilingual local: English and Spanish-speaking guide

ACCOMMODATION:

• 5 nights of accommodation.

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1-2 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 3 Aguas Calientes:

Standard Hotel Category = Hatun Inti Classic Standard or similar 3*

Superior Hotel Category = El Mapi by Inkaterra or similar 4*

Deluxe Hotel Category = Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo or similar 5*

Day 4-5 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*

OPTIONAL EXTRA

Pre- and Post - night stay in 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*

MEALS:

• 5 Breakfast.
• 2 Lunches on days 2, 3 .

TRANSPORT:

• Private transfers from and to the airport
• Shared 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 Rai) for Deluxe category

ENTRANCE FEES AND ACTIVITIES:

• Admission to all major monuments and sightseeing attractions mentioned in above itinerary: Living Museum of Yucay, Ollantaytambo and Chinchero archaeological complexes in Sacred Valley; Machu Picchu on day 3; Coricancha, Cathedral, Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Tambomachay and Puca Pucara in Cusco; Cusco Tourist Ticket (BTC ticket) included.

What's Not Included

• Personal Expenses

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

• Tips

  Tips for guide and driver.

• Additional Visits

  Additional optional visits.

• International Flights

  International flights to Peru.

• Domestic Flights

  Domestic flights (we advise booking the first flights in the morning before 11:00hrs).

• Airport Taxes

  International and domestic airport departure 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 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 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 1-2 Sacred Valley:

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

Day 3 Aguas Calientes:

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

Day 4-5 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*

OPTIONAL EXTRA

Pre- and Post - night stay in 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*

Mode of Transport

Travel in comfort with private transfers from and to the airport, shared transfers to train stations, and roundtrip train rides to Machu Picchu in various service classes depending on your hotel category.

Accommodation

Enjoy 5 nights of accommodation with options ranging from 3-star to 5-star hotels. Stay in the Sacred Valley, Aguas Calientes, and Cusco, with choices like AVA Spots, Ferré Machu Picchu, and Aranwa Cusco Boutique.

Accommodation options

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1-2 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 3 Aguas Calientes:

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

Day 4-5 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*

OPTIONAL EXTRA

Pre- and Post - night stay in 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*