Discovering Cusco

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5 Based on 1 Review
  • duration 5 days
  • tour type Small group Request as private
  • age requirement 10-99 yrs
  • max group size 16
  • guiding method Fully guided
  • Tour Code BM-33113
  • Footprint Carbonneutral CO2 emissions resulting from all trips on Bookmundi will be offset via investments in carbon reduction projects.
  • Operated in English, Spanish
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  • Starts Cusco, Peru
  • Ends Cusco, Peru
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HIGHLIGHTS Download trip notes
  • Cusco: Visit this ancient Inca capital, admiring the mixture of pre-Columbian ruins and Spanish colonial architecture.
  • Coricancha: One of the most famous temples in the city of Cusco, the Convent of Santo Domingo, was built on top of this Inca temple.
  • Cathedral: Visit the most imposing monument of the Plaza de Armas, admiring the Gothic-Renaissance style which is inherited from the Spanish cathedrals of the XVI century.
  • Machu Picchu: The Lost City of the Incas is hidden on top of a mysterious Andean peak and offers views of the mountain range and a glimpse into the Inca’s enigmatic past.
Start and end in Cusco, the "Discovering Cusco" trip is a guided art and architecture trip that takes 5 days. You will travel through Chinchero District, Sacred Valley and Ollantaytambo in Peru. "Discovering Cusco" is a small group trip which includes accommodation in hotels, transport, meals and others.

Cusco is one of the most interesting Peruvian destinations, as you will discover during this five-day fascinating tour around the city’s main attractions. Visit the Imperial City’s stunning archaeological ruins, explore some of the most spectacular sceneries on the planet, and admire the magnificent citadel of Machu Picchu.
ITINERARY Expand All
  • Day 1: Arrival Cusco
  • Day 2: Cusco
  • Day 3: Cusco – Chinchero - Sacred Valley (100 Km – 2.5 Hrs)
  • Day 4: Sacred Valley – Machu Picchu – Cusco (170 Km – 4 Hrs)
  • Day 5: Depart Cusco
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Accommodation
  • 4 nights' accommodation
  • Standard Hotel Category = San Agustin Internacional or similar 3*
  • Superior Hotel Category = Hilton Garden Inn or similar 4*
  • Deluxe Hotel Category = Aranwa Cusco Boutique or similar 5*
  • Standard Hotel Category = Agustos Hotel or similar 3*
  • Superior Hotel Category = Casa Andina Private Collection Valle or similar 4*
  • Deluxe Hotel Category = Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba or similar 5*
Meals
  • 4 Breakfasts
  • 2 Lunches (day 3, 4)
Transport
  • Transfers from/ to airport in a private vehicle
  • Shared transfers from and to the train stations
  • Roundtrip train to Machu Picchu in Expedition Service (PeruRail) or Voyager (IncaRail)
  • Bus Aguas Calientes/ Machu Picchu/ Aguas Calientes.
Guide
  • Spanish and English-speaking local guide
Others
  • Admission to all major monuments and sightseeing attractions mentioned in the above itinerary: Coricancha, Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Tambomachay and Puka Pukara in Cusco, Ollantaytambo and Living Museum of Yucay in Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu on day 4
WHAT'S EXCLUDED
  • Expenditures of a personal nature, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages during meals, meals or items not stated explicitly in the programme
  • Tips for driver and guide
  • Additional optional visits
  • International flights to Peru
  • Domestic flights (we advise booking the first flights in the morning)
  • International and domestic airport departure taxes.
CUSTOMER REVIEWS
5 - Excellent
Based on 1 review
  • Anonymous
  • On May 01 2019
5 - Excellent
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CANCELLATION

No additional cancellation fees apply for this Discovering Cusco tour. You can cancel the tour up to 34 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 33 days of departure.

Payment

For any tour departures within 26 May 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 26 May 2024, a deposit is required to confirm this tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 33 days before trip departure.

Travel Insurance

Discovering Cusco tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.

Visa

For this Discovering Cusco tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.

Know Before You Go

Rates do not apply to Peruvians or residents with more than 60 days of stay. If passengers are Peruvians or exceed 60 days of stay, sale taxes (18%) will be collected by our local operator Please note that Check In in most hotels begins at 13:00 hrs. Clients will be subject to the availability of the room if they arrive before, waiting in the hotel lobby If your trip includes a visit to high altitude cities such as Cusco and Puno located at more than 3400 meters (11 200 feet above sea level), do not forget to take precautions in order to avoid altitude sickness. Passengers who have heart problems or high blood pressure should check with their doctor before travelling Upon arrival is recommended to rest for few hours, drink coca tea and eat lightly. As a reference Machu Picchu is located at 2400 meters (8 000 feet above sea level) We reserve the right to change itineraries and activities due to weather conditions, technical problems or security reasons.  IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THE NEW ENTRANCE REGULATIONS TO MACHU PICCHU The current restrictions on visits to Machu Picchu allow a maximum stay of 4 hours in the citadel accompanied by a guide during the first entry. If the visitor tours an alternate route (Mountain Machu Picchu or Huayna Picchu) the passenger will have 3 hours to for this purpose, additional to the 4 hours in the citadel. If the passenger wishes to enter the citadel again during the afternoon shift or the next day, he must acquire previously an additional ticket to enter in the new shift. There is no ticket sale in the archaeological zone The following objects are not permitted on the tour: professional cameras that require lights and tripods or equipped with telephoto lenses weighing more than 2 kilos (special authorization and an additional fee are required), drones, selfie sticks, sprays, high heels, walking sticks without rubber tips, banners and posters, sharp objects and backpacks that surpass the following dimensions: 40cm x 35 cm x 20 cm.  NEW PLASTIC REGULATION: Following the prohibition of bringing single-use plastic items into the 76 natural parks and reserves, including Machu Picchu, it is important to carry reusable bottles.  INSTRUCTIONS Carry the same document that you presented to the agency, given that the train tickets and entrance to Machu Picchu will be issued with the same information In all train services to Machu Picchu, the passenger can carry only hand luggage (backpack, bag or briefcase) weighing no more than 5kg / 11lb on the train to / from Machu Picchu. You will find your luggage at the chosen hotel. Allowed size: 62 linear inches 157cm (height + length + width).

COVID-19 Safety Measures

This trip incorporates the following COVID-19 measures:

  • This tour has implemented smaller group sizes than normal, allowing for more personal space on the vehicles, sights visited, hotels and restaurants.
  • Hygiene protocols have been adopted on this trip. Wearing a mask, hand washing and general sanitizing has been implemented on this tour. Frequently touched surfaces are furthermore regularly disinfected.
  • Distancing measures have been implemented to safeguard against COVID-19.
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