We will begin our day with the journey to Saqsayhuaman. The magnificent quality of this Inka architecture with its colossal stones is considered one of the greatest constructions in humanity’s history on the face of the Earth. From here we will continue on to the Temple of the Moon, a place for spiritual connection and encounter with the feminine energy of the Moon Goddess.

Here you will have your first opportunity to connect with Pachamama (Mother Earth) and the energies of the Andes. At the same time, we will also introduce you to the Karpay ritual.

In the afternoon we will travel by car to the town of Chinchero.

Continuing with our 9-Day Mystical Tour with San Pedro and Ayahuasca Ceremony, we start our day very early, beginning with a tour of the sacred temples and altars in Chinchero (also known as the rainbow community), followed by a full day of ceremony and deep connection with the master teacher plan Wachuma.

This ceremony is a perfect opportunity to begin your personal journey of cleaning, healing, and purifying on a physical, emotional, mental and spiritual level. Bringing us into a profound state of meditation and self-reflection we may communicate with the one divine consciousness, gifting us the revelations needed to live in a greater state of harmony and joy. A full day of ceremony in sacred space and time!

In the morning we will participate in a rich introduction and learning experience in the art of Andean textiles, becoming acquainted with the wisdom of Andean weavings as maintained since long before Inka times. Continuing by car to Moray, an ancient construction designed for agricultural investigations and studies of different crops in a range of altitudes and micro-climates.

Our last visit will be to the Salt Mines of Maras, made up of about 3,000 small wells with an area average size of about 5 m². This salt mine has been used for thousands of years and was a very important economic element in Inca times. We will learn the recollection method and about the lives of the two families who work there.

In the afternoon we will travel by car to the town of Ollantaytambo and to the train station for our transfer to the town of Machu Picchu (Aguas Calientes).

After made some cultural and spiritual tours, this is an important day, that is why we will rise very early for breakfast and ascend to the Inka citadel of Machu Picchu in time to appreciate the sunrise in this magical place. A famous masterpiece of architecture and engineering believed to have been a sanctuary and energetic center. Today Machu Picchu is recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage site and also is considered one of the Seven New Wonders of the World. We will spend the rest of the morning visiting the many temples, altars, and viewpoints.

Optional: The trek to the peak of Huayna Picchu, a rigorous climb on steep trails with impressive ruins and spectacular views – a round-trip of 2 hours.

In the afternoon we will return by train to Ollantaytambo then continue by bus to Cusco.

Continuing with our 9-Day Mystical Tour in Cusco and Amazon with San Pedro and Ayahuasca Ceremony, today is a good time for a free morning to relax, or also you can join us for a free walking tour. The walking tour will visit the following places:

• Plaza de Armas / Main Plaza, which is home to the main cathedral and colonial houses
• Plaza Nazarenas
• San Blas neighborhood
• The twelve angle stone
• San Pedro local market

This afternoon transfer to the airport for your departure flight to Puerto Maldonado.

After arriving in the city of Puerto Maldonado, there will be transportation from the airport to the Madre de Dios River to board a motorized boat to travel to our Amazonian lodge. On the way, a Naturalist Interpreter will give us a short informative talk as we look for a variety of native animal species, and observe how the vegetation changes from colonized deforested areas to the National Reserve. We will have a box lunch on the boat.

Once we arrive at the Lodge, we will receive a briefing by the lodge manager who will also provide some tips and useful information to have a better stay. There will be the option before dinner to explore the nature trails around the lodge.

Today we will start with the amazon tour, that is why we will wake up early in the morning to leave the lodge and adventure out onto the jungle trails and appreciate the abundance of wildlife and diversity of vegetation that is the Amazon rainforest at dawn, as all life is just awakening. After returning to the lodge, we will enjoy our breakfast between 7:30 and 8:00 a.m., followed by a short break. At 9:30 a.m, we will visit and learn about the local farmland use and crop management.

We will return for lunchtime and then have the rest of the afternoon free to rest or to roam the property of the lodge and be in the forest. There will be no dinner tonight in preparation for the Ayahuasca ceremony.

Free morning until breakfast between 8 am-9 am. Today will be another day to do a tour and appreciate the natural beauty of the Amazon rainforest, enjoying the trails and attractions around the Nature Reserve of the Lodge. Enjoy a canoe paddle through the lakes to observe wildlife such as monkeys, caimans, turtles, and a wealth of bird species.

After lunch, the afternoon will be free, either to continue roaming the jungle pathways or rest. Tonight’s Ayahuasca ceremony is optional, only for those who feel called to return.

Dinner in the evening for those not in Ayawaska Ceremony.

After a special breakfast, there will be time with the shaman to discuss your experience and answer any questions you may have. We will depart the lodge by boat back to the city of Puerto Maldonado where will have our last lunch together before departing from the airport in Puerto Maldonado to board your flight back to Lima.

Likewise, Inkayni works 24 hours per day, in their different booking forms and free information: by e-mail, by telephone, and by our web page.

Certainly, Inkayni Peru Tours will organize all about tour Cusco Machu Picchu, hotels, transportation, meals, and other items for giving you a fantastic trip – 4 days Cusco Machu Picchu. If you want to arrange your package to visit PERU, Inkayni is the only tour operator that provides you with alternatives to do your packages and gives you the best options for your hotels and your kind of transportation.

How much I need to book a tour?

Above all, you can book with us 50% of the cost of your tour – planning a trip to Machu Picchu, and you will pay the other 50% when you are in Cusco city with us.

So, sturdy shoes, a good raincoat, and warm layers for the evening are the only essential items. Above all, Bring comfortable and modest clothes for the time in Cusco. Also, 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)

With a few exceptions (notably some Asian, African and Communist countries), Visa is not required for travelers entering Peru.

Likewise, Tourists are permitted a 30 to a 90-day stay, which is stamped into their passports and onto a tourist card called Tarjeta Andina de Migracion “TAM”(Andean Immigration card). Above all, you must return upon leaving the country.

Where I can get a new TAM?

Be careful not to lose your tourist card, or you will have to queue at the immigration office (Oficina de Migraciones), also known as Migraciones to get a replacement card. It is a good idea to carry your passport and TAM in your pocket at all times, especially when traveling in remote areas, for example, it is required by law on the Inca Trail.

For security get a photocopy of both documents and keep them in a separate place from the originals.

Peru uses the Nuevo Sol (S), which has traded from S3.00 to S3.30 per US dollar (US$) for several years, although you should keep an eye on current events.

Carrying cash, an ATM card or traveler´s checks, as well as a credit card that can be used for cash advances in case of emergency, is advisable.

Will I need cash during the tour?

When receiving local currency, always ask for small bills (Billetes Pequeños), as S100 bills are hard to change in small towns or for small purchases. That is to say, Carry as much spare change as possible, especially in the small cities. cusco to machu picchu tour.

The best places to exchange money are usually foreign exchange bureaus (Casa de Cambio), which are fast, have longer hours, and often give slightly better rates than banks.

Sometimes, any places accept US dollars. Do not accept torn money as it will likely not be accepted by Peruvians. Most importantly, It is best not to change money on the street as counterfeits are a problem.

What are the standard plugs?

Electrical current is 220V, 60HZ AC, Standard outlets accept round prongs, but many places will have dual-voltage outlets which take flat prongs. Even so, you may need an adapter with a built-in surge protector.

Peru is five hours behind Greenwich Mean Time (GMT). Therefore, it is the same as Eastern Standard Time (EST) in North America.

To clarify, Daylight Saving Time (DST) is not used in Peru, so add an hour to all of these times between the first Sunday in April and the last Sunday in October.

¿What is the weather in Cusco?

Certainly, Peru has three main climatic zones: the tropical Amazon jungle to the east, the arid coastal desert to the west, and the Andean mountains and highlands in between.

Therefore, in the Andes, which have altitudes over 3500m. Average daily temperatures are around 10°C (50°F), and overnight temperatures can dip well below freezing. So, travelers flying straight to Cuzco (3250m), or their high altitude cities, should allow several days to acclimatize since altitude sickness or soroche can be a problem.

As a result, April to November is the dry season in the mountain and Andean Plateau (altiplano). The wettest months are from December to March. It rains al the time in the hot and humid rainforest, but the driest months there are from April to November.