Machu Picchu Adventure

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8 daysDuration
Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants, maximum 18 travelers
16 peopleMaximum group size
12 - 100 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Moderate
Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.

Highlights

Soak in the views and culture of the Sacred Valley.

Travel through the mountains by train to Machu Picchu.

Learn about the history of the Incas

Itinerary

Step into the heart of the Inca Empire with the "Machu Picchu Adventure," an 8-day cultural and historical tour designed for those who want to embrace both past and present Peru. Explore the vibrant city of Cusco, traverse the Sacred Valley’s ruins and markets, and take a scenic train journey to the legendary Machu Picchu. Led by seasoned local guides, you’ll enjoy plenty of time to immerse yourself in museums and local life. The USP? This sightseeing trip perfectly balances historical exploration with authentic cultural experiences, making it ideal for travelers who want a rich, well-rounded introduction to Peru.

day 1 - Lima

Arrive at any time.
Arrive in Lima at any time. There are no planned activities so check into the hotel and enjoy the city. There is a welcome meeting in the evening.

Accomodation:Lima Wasi Hotel (or similar)
Included Activity:Arrival Day and Welcome Meeting with G Representative
Optional Activities:Lima Cooking Class (4hrs) , Lima City Tour

day 2 - Lima/Cusco

Hop on a flight to Cusco. Enjoy a free Day of shopping and exploring the city. Choose to pre-book the Cusco Cooking Class. Opt for a city tour.
Take a transfer to the airport for the flight to Cusco. Spend the rest of the day relaxing and exploring this fascinating city, and getting used to the altitude.

Meal:Breakfast
Accomodation:Hotel Prisma (or similar)
Transport:Plane Duration : 1.0 hr - 1.5 hr
Optional Activities:Cusco City Tour Tour runs from 2:00PM. All of it is done by car, with walks around the visited ruins. Clothing depends on the weather, sunblock and a hat are recommended., Inka Museum Get ready to explore the artifacts from the Inca Empire, including mummies, jewelry, skulls, and ceramics at this museum of archaeology., Cusco Cooking Class

day 3 - Cusco/Sacred Valley

Enjoy a full-day guided tour of the Sacred Valley. Stop at the G Adventures-supported women's weaving co-op before visiting a local pottery making community. Break for lunch at the G Adventures-supported Parwa Community Restaurant in Huchuy Qosco. After lunch, opt to head out on a hike to the Ollantaytambo storehouses and look out over the ruins. Or, wander around the cobblestone streets and visit a local Chicheria (corn beer bar).
Travel through the stunning Sacred Valley of the Incas, visiting a G Adventures-supported women's weaving co-op. Meet the women and learn about traditional weaving and dyeing. Perhaps choose to pick up some handmade souvenirs and textiles directly from the women who made them.

Have lunch at the G Adventures-supported Parwa Community Restaurant. Learn about the G Adventures for Good project and eat a delicious buffet-style lunch. Proceeds of this meal go directly back to the remote community.

Meal:Breakfast and Lunch
Accomodation:Hotel Inka Paradise (or similar)
Transport:Private Vehicle Duration : 1.75 hr Distance : 94 km
Included Activities:Ccaccaccollo Community and Women's Weaving Co-op visit, Cuyo Chico Pottery Making Demonstration, Parwa Community Restaurant the Sacred Valley
Optional Activities:Ollantaytambo Storehouse Ruins and Hike Get your blood flowing on a steep hike up to the Pinkuylluna Incan storehouses. Perched on the hill, these ruins provide excellent views of the Sacred Valley and the Ollantaytambo ruins below. , Ollantaytambo Ruins Visit Explore this ancient site right in the heart of Ollantaytambo city. Learn about the principles of Incan architecture and get a first taste of climbing around a massive ruins site.

day 4 - Sacred Valley/Aguas Calientes

Journey to the beautiful town of Aguas Calientes and perhaps enjoy a visit to the local hot springs or explore the market.
Board a morning train that winds through the spectacular Urubamba Valley to the end of the line: the village of Aguas Calientes, a frontier town nestled in the hills beneath Machu Picchu. Enjoy the rest of the day taking advantage of the hikes and hot springs in the area.

Meal:Breakfast
Accomodation:Selva Terra Inn Hotel (or similar)
Transport:Train Duration : 1.5 hr
Optional Activities:Hot Springs Visit Soak your sore muscles in the local hot springs for which the town, Aguas Calientes, was originally named., 1-Day Inca Trail Hike

day 5 - Machu Picchu/Cusco

Start early to visit the 'Lost City' of Machu Picchu. Tour the ruins with an expert guide before returning back to Cusco.
Start early to catch the sunrise at the top. Take the bus up to the historic spiritual centre of the Incas, the 'Lost City' of Machu Picchu. Tour the ruins with an expert guide then explore on your own.

Later, return by train to Ollantaytambo and meet a private vehicle to head back to Cusco.

Meal:Breakfast
Accomodation:Hotel Prisma (or similar)
Transport:Local Bus Duration : 0.25 hr, Train Duration : 1.5 hr - 1.75 hr Distance : 31 km, Private Vehicle Duration : 1.5 hr - 1.75 hr Distance : 60 km
Included Activity:Machu Picchu Guided Tour

day 6 - Cusco

Enjoy a free Day in Cusco. Opt to visit the local market or a nearby archaeological site. The city is perfect for exploring on your own.
With plenty of free time you can choose to visit and hike the famed Rainbow Mountain. Pre-book on the checkout page to include this optional activity on your tour, or ask your GCO or travel agent for assistance.

Meal:Breakfast
Accomodation:Hotel Prisma (or similar)
Optional Activities:Mountain Biking Take to two wheels and head out into the hills around Cusco for some nature-meets-adrenaline fun. Try a trip to the Sacred Valley, perhaps, visiting an Inca ruin along the way., Inka Museum Get ready to explore the artifacts from the Inca Empire, including mummies, jewelry, skulls, and ceramics at this museum of archaeology., Cusco City Tour Tour runs from 2:00PM. All of it is done by car, with walks around the visited ruins. Clothing depends on the weather, sunblock and a hat are recommended., Cusco Tourist Ticket This ticket allows admission at 16 sights of the city of Cusco including many popular museums and cathedrals, the ticket also provides entrance to Sacsayhuaman Archaeological Park, and sights in the South Valley of Cusco and the Sacred Valley of the Incas., Horseback Riding Activity time: 3 and ½ hrs. Passengers take a taxi for 10 minutes to the barn. In both tours Sunblock and a hut are necessary. Clothing will depend on the weather conditions. No previous experience needed. Legs could be sore next day, specially if people are not used to horses., Rainbow Mountain Hike - Full-day Trip

day 7 - Cusco/Lima

Fly back to Lima and enjoy a night in the city.

Meal:Breakfast
Accomodation:Lima Wasi Hotel (or similar)
Transport:Plane Duration : 1.5 hr - 2.0 hr Distance : 572 km

day 8 - Lima

Depart at any time.

Meal:Breakfast
Included Activity:Departure Day
Optional Activities:Lima Cooking Class (4hrs) , Full Day Lima Experience , Lima City Tour
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What's Included

Accommodation
Hotels (7 nts).
Meals
7 breakfasts, 1 lunch
Note: Allow USD230-300 for meals not included.
Transport
Public bus, train, private van, plane.All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Guide
G Adventures Representatives in Lima and Cusco, specialist Inca Trail CEO (Chief Experience Officer) for Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu.
Included activities
Your G for Good Moment: Ccaccaccollo Community and Women's Weaving Co-op visit, CcaccaccolloYour G for Good Moment: Parwa Community Restaurant the Sacred Valley, LamayYour Discover Moment: CuscoSacred Valley guided tourPottery making demonstrationTrain to Machu PicchuMachu Picchu guided tourInternal flights

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