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Machu Picchu Explorer
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Duration
8 days
Countries
Peru
Activity
moderate
Group size
Max 16
The adventure
A wonder of the ancient world, the “Lost City of the Incas” is the ideal place to unleash your inner historian. With 2 days to explore the Sacred Valley, once you’ve left the road less travelled, you’ll find majestic ruins, striking views of the Andes and local villages bursting with culture. Add in a local lunch at a G Adventures-supported community restaurant and a traditional pachamanca-style feast and your taste buds will be thanking you. As the premiere operator in the region, be assured we'll leave no stone unturned.
Arrive at any time. Arrival transfer included.
Board an early flight to Cusco then on to the Sacred Valley to visit the Ccaccaccollo community and Planeterra-sponsored Women's Weaving Co-op, explore the Pisac ruins and visit the G Adventures-supported Sacred Valley Community Restaurant in Huchuy Qosco.
Visit the pre-Incan salt pans of Las Salineras and tour the Ollantaytambo and Moray ruins. Enjoy a traditional Pachamanca-style meal of local specialities.
Catch an early transfer to Ollantaytambo station and board the scenic train to Aguas Calientes with option to visit the market.
Enjoy a guided tour of the Machu Picchu ruins. Free time to explore on your own or take an optional visit to the Inca Bridge before returning to Cusco by train.
Explore Cusco's historic streets, museums and local markets. Active options include whitewater rafting, horseback riding and mountain biking.
Fly back to Lima and spend an afternoon in Peru's bustling capital.
Depart at any time.
At a glance
Duration
8 days
Route
Lima → Lima
Countries
Peru
Activity level
moderate
Style
Culture & History, Cycling, Rail Journeys
Group size
Max 16
Ages
12+
Flights
Not included
Solo travellers
Welcome
Where you'll go
Day by day
Your journey through
Peru
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8-day itinerary
Day 1Arrival dayArrivalGet ready for a very busy tour exploring the best of Peru in a week. We recommend booking a pre-night in Lima (in particular if your flight arrives into Lima in the evening) to recover from international flights and rest up before the excitement.
Get ready for a very busy tour exploring the best of Peru in a week. We recommend booking a pre-night in Lima (in particular if your flight arrives into Lima in the evening) to recover from international flights and rest up before the excitement.
Day 2Board an early flight to Cusco then…
Board an early flight to Cusco then on to the Sacred Valley to visit the Ccaccaccollo community and Planeterra-sponsored Women's Weaving Co-op, explore the Pisac ruins and visit the G Adventures-supported Sacred Valley Community Restaurant in Huchuy Qosco.
Day 3Visit the pre-Incan salt pans of Las Salineras…
Visit the pre-Incan salt pans of Las Salineras and tour the Ollantaytambo and Moray ruins. Enjoy a traditional Pachamanca-style meal of local specialities.
Day 4Catch an early transfer to Ollantaytambo station…Machu PicchuFor serious archaeology buffs, there is time for an optional independent visit to Machu Picchu before the guided tour the following morning.
Machu PicchuFor serious archaeology buffs, there is time for an optional independent visit to Machu Picchu before the guided tour the following morning.
Day 5Enjoy a guided tour of the Machu Picchu ruins
Machu PicchuEnjoy a guided tour of the Machu Picchu ruins. Free time to explore on your own or take an optional visit to the Inca Bridge before returning to Cusco by train.
Day 6Explore Cusco's historic streets
Explore Cusco's historic streets, museums and local markets. Active options include whitewater rafting, horseback riding and mountain biking.
Day 7Fly back to Lima and spend an afternoon in Peru's bustling capital
LimaFly back to Lima and spend an afternoon in Peru's bustling capital.
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