Inca Walk

7 days

from 1001 to 1500 US$

Inca Walk

Short on holiday time, or stopping in Peru during a long trip around South America? This short trip goes straight to the essentials: in 7 days, you discover Lima, then Cusco, the former Inca capital, the Sacred Valley and its villages, and Machu Picchu.

A night in the Sacred Valley helps you adjust gently to the altitude before going up to Cusco. The trip ends with the Palccoyo rainbow mountain, a quieter alternative to the famous Vinicunca. A taste of Peru that fits easily into a busy schedule.

Like all our trips, this tour is fully customizable: we adapt it to your dates, your pace and your budget. Ask us for a free quote.

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Day by day

day 1: Arrival in Lima
Arrival of your international flight. Welcome to the City of the Kings !

Transfer by private vehicle to your hotel (1h approximately)

Lunch and dinner on your own in Lima.

Night in Lima.

Steps: Lima and its region Callao Lima Gold Museum of Larcomar
day 2: Visit Lima and flight to Cusco / Night in the Sacred Valley
Visit of the Plaza San Martín, in the historical center of Lima and classified as Cultural Heritage of Humanity.

Stroll along the pleasant pedestrian street of Jirón de la Unión. and immerse yourself in the world of postcards and philately (closed on Mondays). Direction to the Church of La Merced, a remarkable religious monument built in 1535.

The pleasant Plaza de Armas, the heart of the city and where several historical monuments are located: among the most important, the Cathedral, the seat of government, and the City Hall. After immersing oneself in the heart of Lima's History, discover the catacombs of the Convent of San Francisco.

Transfer to Lima International Airport.

Free lunch in Lima.

Flight to Cusco, the "navel of the world" for the quechuas (1h30 approximativement).

Welcome at the airport and transfer to the hotel in the Sacred Valley of the Incas (2h of route)

Free dinner in the sacred valley.

Night in the sacred valley.

Steps: Lima and its region San-Francisco Church Church and covent of the Virgen of Mercy Church and convent of Saint Dominic The Main Square (the Plaza de armas)San Martin Square
day 3: Sacred Valley
Visit of the Inca site of Pisac. The Incas had installed there an administrative center of important size, which governed all the province. This one is composed of a solar observatory or Intihuatana, a sacred zone dedicated to the cults of the Andean deities, an agricultural space made up of terraces as well as an area reserved for the residences of the inhabitants.

Continuation towards the village of Pisac.

A free time at the handicraft market will allow you to discover all the Andean handicrafts: ponchos, alpaca and sheep textiles, jewelry, antiques, paintings and many other quality items.

You will continue the discovery of the sacred valley of the Incas with the visit of the saltworks of Maras, fabulous contrast in the heart of the valley.

Visit the fortress of Ollantaytambo, The strategic geographical location of this last Inca stronghold allowed them to resist the Spaniards; the remains of the fortress bear witness to the confrontations that took place following the loss of Cusco at the hands of the conquistadors.

Lunch and Dinner at leisure in the Sacred Valley.

Night in the Sacred Valley.

Steps: Cusco, the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu Ollantaytambo – Archaeological site Ollantaytambo – Village Pisac; archaeological site Pisac Market
day 4: Machu Picchu
Transfer from your hotel to the Ollantaytambo station.

Train journey to Aguas Calientes (Duration : 1h40)

You will take the bus to reach the citadel.

Perched between sky and mountains, Machu Picchu stands as the highlight of any trip!

A place full of history and mystery, this ancient Inca citadel continues to fascinate travelers from all over the world.

Visit duration: approximately 2 hours.

Return by bus to Aguas Calientes.

Lunch at leisure in Aguas Calientes.

After lunch, you will take the train back to Ollantaytambo.

Transfer from Ollantaytambo train station to Cusco (about 2 hours).

Dinner at leisure in Cusco.

Overnight in Cusco.

Steps: Cusco, the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu Huayna Picchu Hydroelectric Machu Picchu Montaña Machu-Picchu The 3 windows temple temple of the moon
day 5: Cusco and its surrounding areas
Guided tour of Cusco, once the spiritual and political capital of the Inca Empire, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You’ll explore its historic center with cobbled streets and finely crafted Inca stone walls, including the famous 12-angled stone.

Visit to the Museum of Pre-Columbian Art, showcasing artifacts from 1250 BC to the Spanish conquest, and the Coricancha, the former Temple of the Sun, later transformed into the Santo Domingo Monastery.

A stop at San Pedro Market, the most vibrant in Cusco, will offer an authentic taste of local culture and Andean flavors.

Lunch and afternoon at leisure.
Overnight in Cusco.

Steps: Cusco, the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu San Pedro Market Museum of Qoricancha site Museum of pre-Colombian Art Plaza de Armas de Cusco Qoricancha Santo Domingo
day 6: The rainbow mountain of Palccoyo
Early morning departure from your hotel in a private vehicle (approx. 4h drive).

Breakfast included en route.

Discover Palccoyo Rainbow Mountain (4,900 m altitude), a lesser-known and quieter alternative to Vinicunca. Located in the same range, it features stunning mineral layers creating vibrant natural colors. On the way, stop at the intriguing "stone forest", then hike back down to the vehicle.

Hiking time: approx. 2 hours

Lunch included in Checacupe.

Return to Cusco (approx. 3h drive).

Dinner at leisure.

Overnight at hotel in Cusco.

Steps: Cusco, the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu Checacupe Cusipata Mount Vinicunca - Rainbow Mountain
day 7: Cusco / Lima
Departure from your hotel to the Cusco airport.

Flight to Lima over the majestic Andes Cordillera and its countless snow-covered peaks..

End of your journey.

Steps: Lima and its region Lima

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