Cusco at first Sight
Viajes Regency Travel
Cusco at first Sight
5 days / 4 nights
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Cusco: The ancient Inca capital is a mixture of pre-Columbian ruins and Spanish colonial architecture.
Coricancha: One of the most famous, revered and respected temples of the city of Cusco, originally known as Inti Kancha ('Temple of the Sun') is the Inca temple on which the Convent of Santo Domingo was built.
Cathedral: The most imposing monument in the Plaza de Armas, whose Gothic-Renaissance style is inherited from the Spanish cathedrals of the 16th century.
Sacsayhuamán: An emblematic building of the Incas, erected by the Inca Pachacútec in the 15th century. It is an immense fortress built with large stones, the positioning and carving of which is still a mystery.
Machu Picchu: The lost city of the Incas is hidden at the top of an Andean peak and offers views, not only of the mountain range, but also of the Inca past.
Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrival in Cusco
Once you arrive at the airport in Cusco, a vehicle will be waiting to transfer you to your hotel. You will find a representative with the vehicle who will guide you around the attractions and services that the city has to offer.
Overnight stay at selected hotel in Cusco.
Day 2: Cusco – City Tour and Surrounding Archaeological Sites
Breakfast at the hotel. You have the morning free to stroll around the city. In the afternoon, start the tour in Coricancha, also known as 'The Temple of the Sun', which was ordered to be built by the Inca Pachacútec and, upon the arrival of the Spaniards, became the base for the construction of the Convent of Santo Domingo. Here, the sun ('Inti') was worshiped during Inca times and it once overflowed with gold pieces. Afterwards, pay a visit to the Cathedral, the most imposing monument in the Plaza de Armas, whose construction was completed in the 17th century. From there, visit the fortress of Sacsayhuamán, one of the emblematic buildings of the Incas, erected by the Inca Pachacútec in the 15th century. It is an immense fortress built with large stones, the positioning and carving of which is still a mystery. Every year on June 24, during the winter solstice, the Inti Raymi festival is recreated, during which the sun is worshiped. Continue to Qenqo, an archaeological complex of primarily religious use, where agricultural rituals are believed to have been performed, located 2.5 miles from the city of Cusco. Finally, become acquainted with Puca Pucará, around four miles from the city. Puca Pucará, which means 'red fortress', was an architectural complex of supposed military use with numerous environments, squares, baths, aqueducts, walls and towers. It is believed to have been used by the Inca's entourage while he rested in Tambomachay. Once finished, return to the hotel.
Night in selected hotel in Cusco on a bed and breakfast basis.
Day 3: Cusco – Sacred Valley / Chinchero – Ollantaytambo
In the morning you will be picked up from your hotel to visit the town of Chinchero*, a traditional Cusco urban center located at an elevated point from where you are able to take in a spectacular view of the Valley. The inhabitants of this place preserve the traditions and knowledge inherited from the Incas, which is reflected in their clothing and handicrafts. Chinchero is also home to archaeological remains and a beautiful 17th century church, one of the first Catholic buildings in Peru. After this visit you will continue on to the Living Museum of Yucay, making a stop at a lookout point.
The museum is a center for the interpretation of Andean traditions, where demonstrations of the production of textile work, adobe, ceramics and silverware are carried out in the same way in which they were worked in ancient times; an original recreation of Inca traditions. There are also alpacas, llamas and sheep which you can feed! Afterwards, enjoy an experience of superior Andean gastronomy in the Chuncho restaurant, located in Ollantaytambo, where the true spirit of the Sacred Valley is shared in a cozy atmosphere.
Then, take a trip to the town and archaeological site of Ollantaytambo, uninterruptedly inhabited since Inca times, and climb the iconic fortress that stands next to the mountain. Finally, transfer back to your hotel. *Visits on Sundays include the Chinchero market.
Night in selected hotel in Sacred Valley on a bed and breakfast basis. Lunch included.
Day 4: Sacred Valley – Machu Picchu – Cusco
After your breakfast at the hotel, you will be picked up from your hotel in Urubamba and taken to Ollanta station. Your journey to Machu Picchu will begin with a train ride to the town of Aguas Calientes. In Aguas Calientes you will find a handicrafts market, various restaurants and lodgings of different categories for those who prefer to spend the night at the foot of the mountain and climb it early. After a short trip, arrive at Machu Picchu, a masterpiece of engineering and architecture that is believed to have served as a sanctuary and resting residence for the Inca Pachacútec. Machu Picchu, which means 'Old Mountain', is considered a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the seven new wonders of the world. At the end of the tour you will return by bus to Aguas Calientes. Lunch at Cafe Inkaterra. In the afternoon you will head to Aguas Calientes train station to take your train back to Ollanta station, and from there you will be taken to your hotel in Cusco.
Night in selected hotel in Cusco on a bed and breakfast basis. Lunch included.
Day 5: Departure from Cusco
Breakfast at the hotel. Vehicle takes you from your hotel to the airport in Cusco. A representative will assist you during the journey.
Breakfast included.
Included:
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- Operated with guide in Spanish and English.
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- Three nights' lodging in Cusco and one night's lodging in the Sacred Valley.
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- Daily breakfast at the hotel from Day 2.
- Lunch on Day 3 in the Sacred Valley and Day 4 in Aguas Calientes.
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- Transfers from/to the airport in private transport.
- Shared transfers from/to the train station.
- Round trip train journey to and from Machu Picchu with the Expedition (PeruRail) or Voyager (IncaRail) service.
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- All visits indicated in the program: Temple of Coricancha, Cathedral, Sacsayhuamán, Qenqo, Puca Pucará and Tambomachay in Cusco; Living Museum of Yucay, Chinchero and Ollantaytambo in the Sacred Valley; and Machu Picchu.
Not included:
- Personal expenses, beverages and meals not explicitly mentioned in the program.
- Tip for driver and guide.
- Additional optional visits.
- Cusco Tourist Ticket ('Boleto Turístico de Cusco', BTC ticket) for children from 10 to 17 years old.
- Supplements for special dates such as Easter, Inti Raymi, National Holidays, Christmas and New Year, obligatory and mentioned separately.
- International flights to Peru.
- Domestic flights (it is advisable to book the first flights of the morning).
- Domestic and international airport taxes.
Conditions:
- Rates valid until December 15, 2019 .
- No other promotions are applicable.
- Not applicable for public holidays.
- All rates are per person and apply to foreign passengers only.
- Prices are subject to change without advance notice and can only be guaranteed once the reservation has been made.
- Fares do not apply for residents with a stay of more than 60 days, nor corporate passengers (from 4 nights or more in Lima).
- Reservations must include each passenger's full name, nationality, passport number, age and date of birth.
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