06 Day Luxury Travel to Machu Picchu – Cusco Deluxe Tour

• The 6 Day Luxury Travel to Machu Picchu offers you all of the magic and splendid sensations that Cusco has to offer and will take you through the most highlighted sites in Cusco, such as Saqsayhuaman, Tambomachay, the Temple of the Moon, Maras, Moray, Chinchero, and Pisac.
• Travel in style and comfort on board the luxurious Hiram Bingham train to Machu Picchu, a luxury experience revealing the beauty of the diverse landscapes ranging from streams, ravines, glaciers, farmlands, and diverse flora and fauna of the region.
• Explore the best of the Sacred Valley tour with Ollantaytambo, Moray, Chinchero, Pisaq, and the Animal Sanctuary of Cochahuasi where you will see llamas, alpacas, vicuña, puma, condor, and more.
• Exclusive lodging will include the best 5-Star Hotels that Cusco has to offer and also spend the night near the most important streets of the city such as the Main Square, Nazarenas Square, and other important places.
• Experience the best of Peru’s culture, history, and nature on this luxury 6-day tour program that will take you on a rich and fantastic tour in Cusco and through the Sacred Valley of the Incas.

ITINERARY LUXURY TRAVEL TO MACHU PICCHU – CUSCO 6D/5N

DAY 1: ARRIVAL TO CUSCO

Our staff will welcome you upon your arrival to the Cusco airport and transfer you to your hotel where you can accommodate yourself before preparing to continue on your journey. The hotel will help you settle in and ensure your enjoyment of the Cusco experience, not far from Cusco’s charming main square and downtown historic center. This day is crucial to your first day in the high Andes, as it will help you rest and acclimatize to the altitude and your new surroundings.

• Lodging: Cusco PALACIO DEL INKA, A LUXURY COLLECTION HOTEL

DAY 2: CHINCHERO -MORAY – MARAS

This day we will begin our adventure towards the Sacred Valley of the Inca, first stop at the beautiful town of Chinchero upon the high plains with its picturesque colonial church located upon the ancient archaeological site. We will also visit a textile center where we will learn about the ancient science of weaving from the very artesans themselves and how they bring to magic these wonderful pieces of art dyed with minerals, plants, and seeds.

Continuing towards the Valley, we will visit the enigmatic circular terraces of Moray where we will learn about how these constructions served as an experimental agricultural center to selectivly cultivate the best breeds of Andean staple crops at different temperatures. Near Moray, we will stop at the town of Maras to then visit the ancient Salt Mines of Maras, used for thousands of years by local families to supply salt not only to the Incas but still to this day offering us an example of the natural art of salt harvesting straight from the land. Our journey today concludes in the town of Urubamba for a relaxing evening and rest.

• Lodging: Cusco PALACIO DEL INKA, A LUXURY COLLECTION HOTEL

DAY 3: LUXURY HIRAM BINGHAM TRAIN TO MACHU PICCHU

Our train will be awaiting our departure upon the extravagant Hiram Bingham, rated as one of the best train services in the world.  The views during this journey are one of a kind as we journey down the Sacred Valley through the high Andes towards the “eyebrow of the jungle,” or edge of the Amazon rainforest, all while being attended to by the staff and offered the best foods, drinks, and open-air enjoyment along the way. A gourmet lunch may be accompanied by local musicians playing the finest music of the Andes while sipping on the most delicious Peruvian cocktails.

Arriving at Aguas Calientes, we will make a short journey by bus to the majestic mountain of Machu Picchu, offering us outstanding views of the beautiful landscape and all of the magic and mystery within.  The official tour will take about 2 hours. In the evening the crowds will slowly disappear and leave you with some space at peace to feel the enchantment of this ancient place.

• Lodging:  Aguas Calientes INKATERRA MACHUPICCHU PUEBLO HOTEL 

DAY 4: RETURN TO PISAQ – AWANANCANCHA

In the afternoon we will arrive at Ollantaytambo and continue onwards to the town of Pisaq, offering us a spectacular encounter with the engineering of the Incas demonstrated by mountainsides full of terraces and buildings on steep hillsides and high peaks. As we journey to the top of this mountain the heights will offer us the best views of the Sacred Valley below. Later we will return to the town of Pisaq and visit the local artisan market of craftsmen, complete with products of all kinds, offering you everything from weavings to musical instruments and all sorts of souvenirs.

After completing our visit and tour of the market we will board our transportation back to Cusco. Along the way, we will stop at Awanacancha, the weaving center, and also an opportunity to meet the Andean species of camels, such as alpaca, llama, vicuña, and guanaco, as we continue to dive deeper into the science of weaving and appreciate this hand-made art by Andean women.

• Lodging: Cusco PALACIO DEL INKA, A LUXURY COLLECTION HOTEL

DAY 5: CITY TOUR (4 SITES)

We will begin our tour starting at Saqsayhuaman, one of the greatest architectural centers of the Incas, demonstrating magnificent megalithic stones in all their splendor. Journeying through this enigmatic ceremonial center, we will continue up into the hills to visit the famous Temple of the Moon, a sacred space possibly used for sacrifices to Andean deities worshipped by ancient cultures.

Further on lies Puca Pucara, a military construction at the entrance to Cusco on one of the main roadways to the city and named for its color that the stones reflect at sunset. Finally, we complete our circuit at Tambomachay, the ceremonial Inca baths, offering us a unique example of aqueducts and fine stonework to honor this life-giving element.

• Lodging: Cusco PALACIO DEL INKA, A LUXURY COLLECTION HOTEL

DAY 6: WALKING TOUR – AIRPORT TRANSFER

This morning you will have the opportunity to familiarize yourself with the most attractive sites of Cusco’s Historic Center before your afternoon flight to Lima. The sites offered include:

• Plaza de Armas (Main Square)
• Plaza Nazarenas (Nazarenas Square)
• Mercado San Pedro (Central Market)
• Barrio de San Blas (San Blas Neighborhood)
• La piedra de los 12 ángulos (12-Angled Stone)

Here we finalize our journey together and transfer you to the airport for your departure!

06 DAYS TOUR CUSCO INCLUDED:

• 05 night’s accommodations in 05 stars Luxury hotels (based on double occupation)
• 05 breakfasts, 01 Lunch, 01 dinner
• All Private transportation.
• Entrances to Machu Picchu.
• All transfers.
• All entrances fee.
• Luxury Hiram Bingham Train to Machu Picchu.
• Vistadome train back to the Sacred Valley.
• Buses to Machu Picchu (Round trip)
• Private guided tour in Machu Picchu.
• Professional Private English Speaking Tour Guide during the whole trip

NOT INCLUDED:

• Flights
• Single supplement: US$ 1200 (05 stars hotels)
• Meals where are not stated
• Huayna Picchu entrance fee US$ 85
• Travel Insurance – you are strongly recommended to take out travel insurance for the duration of your trip.

PACKING LIST 6 DAYS TOUR CUSCO

Sturdy shoes, a good raincoat, and warm layers for the evening are the only essential items. Bring comfortable and modest clothes for the time in Cusco. There is no need to bring a sleeping bag or any gear as you’ll be staying in lodges throughout the expedition.

Documents and Logistics:

• International flights booked and confirmed to Cusco
• Flight information submitted
• Passport valid through the end of the trip (*Passport and entry receipt must be carried at all times during expedition!)
• Medical insurance card
• Cash for tipping guides, buying souvenirs, incidental costs, etc. (*Note: Please bring crisp US bills. Many places will not accept torn, wrinkled, or worn bills)

PALACIO DEL INKA, A LUXURY COLLECTION HOTEL

Palacio del Inka, a Luxury Collection Hotel, is built within a historic mansion known as the Casona de los Cuatro Bustos, which, from its privileged position next to Qoricancha Palace in the center of Cusco, has lived for over five centuries in this storied city’s history.
Each of our 203 guest rooms is exquisitely decorated with colonial art and furniture and all the creature comforts that modern technology provides like the exclusive Luxury Collection bed, LCD TVs, and high speed Internet. Some rooms have Quechua names and Cusco School paintings decorate the walls, while the headboards and ceilings bear original hand-painted frescoes. Also, have a system of oxygenation to ease the effects of altitude and is located in the Casona Four Bustos, overlooking the central courtyard of the mansion.

The Palacio del Inka Spa offers a range of treatments based on indigenous Andean minerals and products, as well a soothing indoor therapy pool. Also we find here the Inti Raymi restaurant which presents a wide variety of Peruvian dishes and a buffet breakfast whose service begins in the early pre-dawn hours of the day. The salons and meeting rooms can be adapted to any need and invite guests to host the perfect event or celebration.

TAMBO DE INKA, A LUXURY COLLECTION RESORT & SPA

Located in the Sacred Valley of Urubamba between Cusco and the Machu Picchu Historical Sanctuary, Tambo del Inka, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa a franchise of Starwood Hotels & Resorts, is the only hotel in the valley with a private train station. From this, you can start your journey to the famous Inca citadel.

INKATERRA MACHU PICCHU PUEBLO HOTEL

Popular with those heading to the ancient citadel of Machu Picchu, Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel is an intimate Andean village with terraced hills, waterfalls, stone pathways, and 83 whitewashed adobe casitas tucked away in the cloud forest. Member of National Geographic Unique Lodges of the World, the property has 12 acres of exquisite natural beauty, where 214 bird species – such as the golden-headed quetzal and the iconic Andean cock-of-the-rock – and the world’s largest native orchid collection (372 species) have been registered.

After exploring the Historic Sanctuary and in-house excursions, guests can enjoy the Unu Spa, which combines classic nurturing with a mystical Andean approach. Natural products are derived from local botanical extracts (mint, eucalyptus, and orchids), thus providing a pleasing spiritual, sensual and soothing experience. The first-class restaurant features stunning views of the Vilcanota River and shares the secrets of Peruvian cuisine with a contemporary twist.