The Inca Empire left an impressive legacy in the Peruvian Andes. This itinerary takes you from Cusco to the lost city of Machu Picchu.
Gradual acclimatization, Sacred Valley and the magical moment of seeing Machu Picchu at sunrise.
Itinerary
1
Arrival in Cusco
Check-in, acclimatization, coca tea, easy walk
2
Colonial Cusco
Plaza de Armas, Sacsayhuaman, San Blas
3
Sacred Valley
Pisac, Ollantaytambo, Moray
4
Machu Picchu
Train to Aguas Calientes, citadel visit
5
Sunrise at Machu Picchu
Second early visit, optional Huayna Picchu
6
Return
Train to Cusco, last shopping, farewell
Practical Tips
Approximate Budget
Flight (round trip)$500-900
Accommodation (6 nights)$120-300
Meals (per day)$10-25
Transport (buses + trains)$30-60
Machu Picchu ticket + train$80-200
Estimated total per person$700-1,400
Frequently Asked Questions
Is altitude difficult?
Cusco is at 3,400m. Take the first day easy and drink lots of water.
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