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PERU TRAVEL PLANNER
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CUSCO ARCHEOLOGICAL 7 DAYS
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Duration |
7 Days and 6 Nights |
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Departures |
Daily departures from Cusco Peru |
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Activities |
Cusco City tour and Nearby ruins,
Full day tour to Sacred valley visiting markets of Pisac and Chincheros
with Ollantaytambo fortress
Machu Picchu with overnight in the Aguas Calientes town
Half day tour to South Valley visiting Andahuaylillas “Peruvian Sistine
Chapel”
Half day tour to Mara’s Salt Flats and Moray ruins with lunch |
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Customizable |
YES, feel free to ask for extra
services or modifications. |
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Price per person from |
USD $ 762
based on double occupancy |
This
package can be easily customized to suit your
needs
DAY 1: CUSCO CITY TOUR
Upon arrival to Cusco Airport. Reception and transportation to the Hotel
where you will receive an aromatic coca tea to stimulating for the height,
will have the free morning to rest and also we suggest you have a light
lunch either at your hotel or in one of the surrounded; in the afternoon we
will depart on a guided city tour, where tourist have the opportunity to
visit 6 places (entrance to the archaeological centers and museums
including) we will visit the Main square, Cathedral, the Koricancha (temple
of the sun) and in addition we will make a route bordering archaeological
centers like Sacsayhuaman Fortress, Q'enko, Puka Pukara and Tambomachay,
tour finishes 6:30pm approximately at the main square in order you can take
dinner in one of the exquisite restaurants in the area, then overnight. (No
meals included)
NOTES:
*City tour: from 1.45pm to 6:30pm approx. (Pickup from the hotel starts at
1:15pm)
*Optional Buffet Dinner with Folkloric Show: Adding $30 per person
DAY 2: FULL DAY SACRED VALLEY TOUR
Breakfast. You will be picked up at 8:15 am. Full day excursion to the
Urubamba Valley visiting: The colorful Indian market in Pisac where a
mixture of color, tradition will be able appreciated. Pisac is located to
the entrance of the Sacred Valley followed by Ollantaytambo. Most people
visit Pisac to see the market on Sunday, but there are smaller markets on
both Tuesday and Thursday. However Pisac is a pretty village and has plenty
of small handicraft shops and is worth a visit on any day of the week as is
a good place to buy the local ceramics including a huge and varied
collection of hand-painted multi-coloured beads. Lunch in a typical
restaurant in Urubamba then we continue with Ollantaytambo which is an
attractive little town located at the western end of the Sacred Valley,
considered the older town continuously occupied of the American continent is
located at the foot of some spectacular Inca ruins which protected the
strategic entrance to the lower Urubamba Valley. The narrow streets of
Ollantaytambo, along with their channels that have not varied from the Inca
time, evoke their ancestral inheritance, and then finish visiting Chinchero.
Chinchero is a small Andean Indian village located high up on the windswept
plains of Anta at 3762m about 30km from Cusco and is believed to be the
mythical birthplace of the rainbow. Its major claim to tourism is its
colorful Sunday market which is much less tourist-orientated than the market
at Pisac. At the end, return to Cusco arriving at 6:30pm approximately at
the main plaza.
The night is free for you to eat in a restaurant of your choice; although we
always have plenty of suggestions for you should you require them. (B, L)
Note: Take this tour on market days: Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday //
Bilingual Guided tour on different days
DAY 3: SOUTH VALLEY (Note: Take this tour on: Mon, Wed and Fri)
Early breakfast and then we will pick you up at 7:45 am for a tour in the
valley south where you can visit the following sites:
TIPON: This beautiful set of agricultural terraces, long stairways
and canals carved in stone is located about 20 km southwest of the city (45
minutes). According to legend, Tipon is one of the royal gardens ordered the
construction Wiracocha. It consists of twelve terraces flanked by stone
walls and huge terraces perfectly polished, these are quite large and as one
moves, shrink, as well as canals and ornamental waterfalls.
Apparently, Tipon was part of the real estate Yahuarhuaca while, a place
dedicated to religious worship and agricultural experimentation.
Highlights of the harmony achieved greatly in the conduction of water
through the fine stone structures as aqueducts, some of them underground or
falls gullies.
PIKILLAQTA: The complex includes the city itself plus another 23 sets
associated with closeness and functionality, containing historic or Muyna
Wakarpay lagoon, with a suggestive landscape considered one of the most
beautiful in the world. Pikillaqta was built during the heyday of the Wari
culture AD 500 or 900 years. This great urban and ceremonial center of
almost 2 km long, consists of a citadel surrounded by ramparts and walls up
to 7m. in height. There are numerous deposits qolqas or barns and buildings
in almost every small stones have been used together with mud.
In some precincts were small idols in turquoise on display at the museum
Inca. Pikillaqta stands as a massive set of stone structures concentrated on
a hill overlooking the beautiful lagoon of Lucre. Pikillaqta fleas or city,
is perhaps the greatest pre-Inca city in the region and its name derives
from the presence of numerous compounds of only 4 m square which apparently
belonged to a military garrison.
ANDAHUAYLILLAS: Is a cozy village with a warm climate rather benign
as a result of being surrounded by mountains and the left bank of the river
"Vilcanota" below which is called "Urubamba" lands have a privileged
fertility and its people are quiet and friendly.
In its vast main square, adorned with "rams" and palm trees is their most
valuable jewel: the colonial church of Andahuaylillas, considered the
"Sistine Chapel" of the Americas, the quality of the work of art that are in
their interior. That church was built on some important Inca constructions,
possibly a "Waka" as the foundation of the church were made with carved
andesites own religious Quechua architecture, turn around are the remains of
other Inca constructions, highlighting the cover of transitional
architecture (transition from colonial to Inka) on the western side of the
church with sculptures of two quadrupeds in its lintel.
At the end, return to Cusco arriving at 1:30pm approximately at the main
plaza. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight (B, Box Lunch)
DAY 4: MACHUPICCHU OVERNIGHT TOUR
Early breakfast and pickup to go the train station to depart to Machu
Picchu, the trip takes about 4 hours. During the trip we will have an
amazing view of the landscapes of the Sacred Valley of Urubamba and the
Amazon rainforest providing you a small hint of how much Peru has to offer.
Upon arrival to the little town of Aguas Calientes you will have to approach
the bus station towards Machupicchu the “Lost City of the Incas” (Only 20
minutes ride) to receive a professional guided tour by this Huge Historical
Sanctuary visiting the Main Plaza, the Circular Tower, the Sacred Sun Dial,
the Royal Quarters, the Temple of the Three Windows and various burial
grounds follow by some free time to explore the zone on your own and
experience the energy and force contained therein, an according time, we
will go down to the Aguas Calientes town to relax at the hot springs or just
overnight at the select lodging in Aguas Calientes town. (B,L).
TRAIN SERVICES:
The Hiram Bingham is the most luxurious way to journey between Cusco and
Machu Picchu. For many visitors a trip to Machu Picchu is a once in a
lifetime experience, and the Hiram Bingham assures a magical journey, never
to be forgotten.
The carriages are painted a distinctive blue and gold and the interiors are
luxurious, warm and inviting with elegant decoration in the style of the
1920's Pullman trains.
Each of the carriages has been furnished in polished wood and brass with
large chairs and plenty of space to stretch out. As you board, the tables
are exquisitely laid, ready for your meal, with gleaming crystal and
polished cutlery.
On board you will be served by a team of dedicated waiters who will attend
to your every need and make sure your journey is as comfortable and
luxurious as you imagined.
The Vistadome connect your senses through a sophisticated and sensory
travel experience; is the ideal train for those who want to be in contact
with the environment and appreciate the wonderful journey to Machu Picchu.
Surrounded entirely by glass and wagons with large panoramic windows
offering incomparable scenic views and innumerous opportunities to capture
amazing pictures, Vistadome travelers feel connected and part of the
impressive landscape of Peru.
The Vistadome also has air conditioning and heating, leather seats that
adjust the body to provide comfort and relaxation during the entire trip and
has a different service, which allows the visitor to be immersed and feel
the Andean culture through its landscapes, music, dance and even food
carefully prepared with local ingredients
The Expedition is a travel experience with all the quality and
benefits at a lower cost. Is a service designed for the traveler’s comfort,
with four passenger seats located in front of each other, so you can share
your experience, and for the faithful backpack that is always with you we
offer racks placed above the seats. Also, this train has panoramic windows,
air conditioning and heating, and Andean music that creates a cheerful
atmosphere.
DAY 5: MACHU PICCHU / CUZCO
Breakfast and rest of day at leisure by your own (Entrance and bus fee to
Machu Picchu Not included on this day) in the afternoon return to Cusco.
Reception at the train station and transfer to the Hotel where it passed the
night (B).
Upon request: You can make a second visit to Machu Picchu and have the
chance to know hidden places, such as the Intipunku (Gate of the Sun) or for
more adventures can take a hike to the top of Huayna Picchu (Young Mountain)
to visit the Temple of the Moon and enjoy a spectacular view of the city. Or
if you have good physical conditions can take a hike full of adrenaline to
the Putukusi mountain opposite position than Machu Picchu which allows us to
have other unforgettable views from this new wonder.
DAY 6: MARAS AND MORAY (Note: Take this tour on: Mon, Wed and Fri)
We will pick you up from your hotel at 7:45 am for a tour in the valley
south where you can visit the following sites:
MARAS : In the town of Maras, can see the snowy mountain of the Incas
Sacred Valley and the Vilcabamba. At present this district keeps attractive
pre-Hispanic, colonial and republican, highlighting people in the colonial
doorways with coats of the nobles and chieftains from the sixteenth and
twentieth century’s.
Split the town of Maras two routes, one to the archaeological complex of
Moray and the other to the salt mines of Maras, each with an approximate
distance of 4 km.
SALINERAS: OR "SALT MINES": Located northwest of the town of Maras
consist of about 2000 small wells, which were already exploited since Inca
times as a means of economic exchange and is still being exploited by the
locals.
The small wells with an average area of about 5 m², built on the side of the
slope of the mountain of "Qaqawiñay" during the dry season is fill or
"water" every 3 days with salt water that comes from a natural spring
located at the top of the wells to the water evaporates, the salt contained
in it gradually solidifies. This process will continue for about a month
until a considerable volume of solid salt, about 10 cms. height from the
floor, which is then beaten and well granulated, the salt is then bagged in
plastic bags and shipped to markets in the region today that iodized salt is
still so its use is not harmful.
MORAY: Archaeological group unique in the region. It is famous for
its sunken amphitheater, formed by four circular terraces which seem to
disappear within the highlands, by way of an artificial crater. Apparently,
the place was an Inca agricultural research center dedicated to the
experimentation of cultures around the different altitudinal levels of the
plots (some more than 100 m deep). The terraces, retaining walls built on
filled with fertile soil and watered by complex irrigation systems, allowed
to grow more than 250 plant species.
The gallery has a depth greater than 45 m and the average height of each
platform is 1.80 m. It is considered that the site was an important center
of agricultural experimentation during Inca times. Through the use of
concentric terraces because the temperatures at each level are different
from each other, have played all the ecological zones covered by the rule of
Tahuantinsuyo.
Besides being considered for Incas as a place of concentration of female
energy, which is considered as a magnetic center of the Pachamama.
At the end, return to Cusco arriving at 1:30pm approximately at the main
plaza. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight (B, Box Lunch)
DAY 7: TRANSFER OUT
Breakfast and according time, transportation will be provided to go the
airport (B).
END OF SERVICES |
Sacred Valley
Machu Picchu
Moray
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| INCLUDES: All hotel and lodge
accommodations based on double or single occupancy. All scheduled
transportation. All transfers. All scheduled excursions with
English-speaking guide services. All entrance fees. Meals as specified
in the itinerary. B=Breakfast; L=Lunch; D=Dinner.
IMPORTANT: For a better service, the company informs you that it
has autonomy to change the Hotels mentioned in the itinerary with
another one of similar category if therefore sees it by advisable taking
into account justifiable availability of spaces or other reasons, if
this it is the case you will be notified ahead of time.
NOT INCLUDED IN THE FEE
International and domestic airfares, airport departure taxes or visa
fees, excess baggage charges, additional nights during the trip due to
flight cancellations, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages or bottled
water, snacks, insurance of any kind, laundry, phone calls, radio calls
or messages, reconfirmation of international flights and items of
personal nature. |
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