This Lima Cusco Machu Picchu tour is a complete 7-day / 6-night Peru experience, combining Lima, Cusco, the Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, and Rainbow Mountain. Enjoy selected hotels, guided excursions, domestic flights, transfers, entrance fees, and key meals arranged in one seamless itinerary.
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Upon arrival at Lima Airport, our representative will welcome you and transfer you to your selected hotel.
In the evening, enjoy a visit to Lima’s Magic Water Circuit, an extraordinary nighttime attraction featuring 13 ornamental fountains combined with music, colorful lights, and laser effects. Arrive near sunset to appreciate the fountains in daylight before experiencing the spectacular Fantasy Fountain show, where water, music, and lights create an unforgettable display.
This remarkable park is a source of pride for Peru and has received a Guinness World Record for the largest fountain complex in the world.
Overnight in Lima.
Discover Lima’s most important historic, cultural, and modern attractions on a guided city tour.
Begin in the elegant district of Miraflores, where you will visit the romantic Parque del Amor and admire the famous sculpture El Beso, with beautiful views of the Pacific Ocean. Continue with a panoramic visit to Huaca Pucllana, an impressive pre-Inca archaeological site located in the heart of modern Lima.
Next, explore Lima’s Historic Center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit Plaza San Martín, stroll along the historic Jirón de la Unión, and see Plaza Mayor, home to Lima Cathedral and the Government Palace. The tour concludes at the Monastery of San Francisco, famous for its historic library and underground catacombs.
Overnight in Lima.
At the scheduled time, transfer to Lima Airport for your flight to Cusco. Upon arrival, you will be welcomed and transferred to your hotel.
Cusco is located at an altitude of approximately 3,399 meters above sea level. Take time to acclimatize before beginning your guided afternoon city tour.
Visit Cusco’s Main Square, the Cathedral, and the Temple of the Sun, also known as Korikancha. Continue to the impressive Inca archaeological sites surrounding the city: Qenqo, Tambomachay, Puca Pucara, and the magnificent fortress of Sacsayhuamán.
Sacsayhuamán is strategically located on a hill overlooking Cusco and is famous for its enormous, precisely carved stones—some measuring more than 9 meters (30 feet) high and weighing over 350 tons.
Overnight in Cusco.
Today, discover the beauty, history, and living traditions of the Sacred Valley of the Incas.
Your full-day excursion includes visits to Chinchero, known for its traditional weaving; Moray, famous for its circular agricultural terraces; and the ancient Maras Salt Mines. Continue through the Sacred Valley to Urubamba, where a buffet lunch is included.
Later, explore Ollantaytambo, often called the “Living Inca City,” known for its cobblestone streets, ancient foundations, impressive terraces, and remarkable Inca architecture.
In the afternoon, transfer to Ollantaytambo Station and board the train to Machu Picchu Town, also known as Aguas Calientes. Enjoy the changing scenery as the route travels from the Andes toward the edge of the rainforest. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel.
Overnight in Machu Picchu Town (Aguas Calientes).
Machu Picchu is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is one of Peru’s most remarkable cultural and natural treasures.
After breakfast, take a short bus ride to the entrance of the legendary Inca citadel of Machu Picchu.
Accompanied by a professional guide, enjoy an in-depth visit to one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Learn about the history, architecture, and spiritual importance of this extraordinary Inca sanctuary while exploring its temples, terraces, plazas, and breathtaking viewpoints.
After the guided visit, enjoy free time to take photographs and appreciate the scenery. Later, have lunch at a local restaurant in Machu Picchu Town.
At the scheduled time, board the train back to Ollantaytambo and continue by transfer to your hotel in Cusco.
Overnight in Cusco.
Early in the morning, depart from your hotel at approximately 4:30 a.m. and travel toward Cusipata. From there, begin your journey toward the spectacular Vinicunca Mountain, also known as Rainbow Mountain or the Mountain of Seven Colors.
This impressive natural formation reaches approximately 5,020 meters above sea level and is famous for the striking colors created by its unique mineral composition. The route includes a hike of approximately two hours, offering unforgettable views of the Andes and the surrounding landscapes.
Upon reaching Rainbow Mountain, enjoy time to rest, take photographs, and admire one of Peru’s most remarkable natural wonders. Return to the vehicle and enjoy lunch before traveling back to Cusco.
Arrival at your hotel is expected at approximately 5:30 p.m.
Overnight in Cusco.
At the agreed time, transfer from your hotel to Cusco Airport for your departure flight.
This Lima Cusco Machu Picchu tour is ideal for travelers who want to experience Peru’s most iconic destinations in one well-organized trip.
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