Peru is one of the most diverse countries in South America. The Andes mountain range and the Pacific coast gather the most significant historical and natural attractions, which you definitely can’t miss while visiting this authentic country.
We have structured this package to show you the best attractions of Lima, Huaraz, and Cusco in a journey full of history, culture, and natural wonders. Peru is the best option for outdoor activities and here we’ll show you why!
Upon your arrival in Lima, the capital of Peru, our team will be available to provide all the necessary assistance, ensuring comfort and peace of mind throughout each stage of the process.
After check-in, our team will provide a brief orientation regarding the day’s program, the main tourist attractions, and recommended restaurants and shops. It is advisable to rest for a few hours to regain energy and make the most of your free afternoon.
Overnight in Lima.
Breakfast at the hotel.
From 09:00 to 12:30 (approximately) — After breakfast, we will explore Lima’s most iconic tourist attractions. We will begin our tour with a visit to the Parque del Amor, where you will have time to take beautiful photos with a romantic oceanfront setting. Then, we will continue with a panoramic view of the exterior of Huaca Pucllana. Afterward, we will head to Lima’s Historic Center, where you will be able to appreciate the Paseo de la República (Casa Roosevelt), Plaza San Martín, and Plaza Mayor. Along the way, we will also observe important landmarks such as the Government Palace and the Cathedral Basilica, among others.
We will end the tour with a visit to the San Francisco Church and Convent, famous for its impressive underground catacombs. At the end of the tour, we will return to the hotel. In the evening, we will transfer you from the hotel to the bus terminal, where you will board a tourist bus headed to the city of Huaraz.
Overnight bus to Huaraz in a semi-bed tourist seat.
Notes:
This day already includes Day Use. The transfer will be carried out two hours before the departure of the bus to Huaraz.
Upon your arrival in Huaraz, our team will take you to the hotel, where you will be able to try the traditional coca tea. Afterwards, we will provide the schedule for the day along with important information.
From 08:30 to 17:30 (approximately) — We will depart from the hotel to begin our excursion, passing through the towns of Recuay, San Patricio, Ticapampa, Catac, and the Patococha Lagoon, where we will observe the Andean duck. We will also visit Pumapampa, the natural carbonated water spring; Pumashimi, the multicolored water spring; and the Puya Raymondi, the most iconic species of Andean flora.
We will then continue with a one-hour walk to reach the Pastoruri Glacier. After lunch, you will have some free time to explore the surroundings. We will return to the starting point, where our transfer will be waiting to take you back to the hotel to rest.
Note: Please remember that breakfast is not included on this day.
Overnight in Huaraz.
Breakfast at the hotel.
From 05:00 to 19:00 (approximately) — Today we will leave very early from the hotel heading north of Huaraz, toward the village of Cebollapampa, our starting point for the hike to Laguna 69. The drive takes approximately three hours, and upon arrival we will begin the ascent to the lagoon, a hike that lasts about 5 to 6 hours. Laguna 69 lies at the foot of Mount Chacraraju at an altitude of 4,600 meters. Along the way, we will enjoy breathtaking landscapes and spectacular views of the Pisco, Chacraraju, Chopicalqui, and Huascarán peaks. We will also visit the Llanganuco and Yungay lagoons.
At the end of the hike, we will return to Cebollapampa and then continue to the city of Huaraz, where you will have a well-deserved rest to recover your energy—especially because the following day awaits another natural wonder, Laguna Parón, also known as the mountain featured in the Paramount Pictures logo.
Overnight in Huaraz.
Breakfast at the hotel.
From 5:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. (approximately) — We will leave the hotel heading toward the city of Caraz, the starting point of today’s adventure. From there, we will begin a hike along a mountain road that leads to the impressive Laguna Parón, located at an altitude of 4,200 meters. Laguna Parón offers one of the most spectacular panoramas of the Cordillera Blanca, surrounded by towering peaks such as Chacraraju, Paria, Artesonraju, Pirámide de Garcilazo, and Pisco. Here, you will have free time to walk around, enjoy the scenery, and capture incredible photos.
After the visit, we will return to Caraz, where our transfer will take us back to Huaraz. Upon arrival, we will head to the hotel for a short rest. At night, we will board a tourist bus with onboard service and semi-bed seats. Our team will provide all the necessary information to ensure you are ready for the transfer to the Huaraz bus station, from where we will begin our overnight journey along the Peruvian coast toward the City of Kings — Lima.
Notes: This day already includes Day Use; the transfer will take place two hours before the departure of the bus to Lima.
Overnight bus to Lima in a tourist coach with semi-bed seats.
Breakfast at the hotel.
Today, the transfer from the hotel to the Lima International Airport will take place for your scheduled return flight. Please be ready at least three hours before the departure time indicated by our team.
Upon your arrival in Cusco, a city located at an altitude of 3,400 meters, it is normal to feel the air slightly thinner. For this reason, our team will be waiting for you to take you to the hotel, where you will be able to try the traditional coca tea, which helps with acclimatization (not recommended for individuals with high blood pressure). Afterwards, our team will assist you with check-in and provide a city map highlighting the main tourist attractions, as well as recommended restaurants, exchange houses, shops and more. We suggest resting for a few hours to make the most of your free afternoon and evening in Cusco.
Optional Visit:
If you feel that your acclimatization has been good, you may attend the presentation of traditional Andean music and dances at the Qosqo Center of Native Art (from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.). We recommend arriving 45 minutes in advance. The entrance ticket is already included in the package (please confirm this information with your travel consultant).
Overnight in Cusco.
Breakfast at the hotel.
From 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. (approximately) — You will take a guided walk through the Historic Center with our local guide. The meeting point will be Regocijo Square, located near Cusco’s Main Square (a courtesy service offered exclusively for our passengers).
From 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. (approximately) — The Archaeological City Tour will begin. The meeting point will be in front of the Santo Domingo Church, located near Qoricancha, known as the Temple of the Sun. This will be the first stop of the tour.
The tour will then continue to four additional archaeological sites: Sacsayhuaman Fortress, known for the Inti Raymi celebration; followed by Qenqo, Puka Pukara and Tambomachay, the famous Inca fountains. Before concluding the tour, there will be a special stop to interact with Peruvian llamas and alpacas. Your return to Cusco is scheduled for around 6:00 p.m.; upon arrival, our team can take you back to the hotel or drop you off at the main square.
Overnight in Cusco.
Breakfast at the hotel.
From 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (approximately) — The much-anticipated day to explore the Sacred Valley before visiting Machu Picchu has arrived. In the morning, you will depart for the famous Sacred Valley of the Incas. Your first stop will be the Taray viewpoint, where you will enjoy a sweeping view of the valley. The tour will then continue to the Archaeological Site of Pisac, accompanied by your guide. You will also visit a craft jewelry workshop in Pisac to learn about the symbolism and Andean mysticism present in each handmade piece. The journey will proceed toward Urubamba, where you will have a break for lunch. Afterward, you will continue to Ollantaytambo, one of the finest examples of Inca urban planning.
At the end of the tour, you will board the train at Ollantaytambo Station toward Aguas Calientes on a trip of approximately two hours. Upon arrival, our team will be waiting in the main square of Aguas Calientes with a sign displaying your name in order to accompany you to the hotel. Aguas Calientes is a charming town located at an altitude of approximately 2,040 meters.
Overnight in Aguas Calientes.
At last, the most anticipated day has arrived!
During this day, you will visit one of the Seven Wonders of the World: the impressive Inca Citadel of Machu Picchu. Our team will be available early in the morning to assist you with the transfer from the hotel to the bus boarding area (the exact time will depend on your entrance ticket).
Throughout the visit, your professional guide will share the secrets, history, and mysteries of the site during a guided tour lasting approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes to 2 hours. After the guided visit, you will have free time to explore the site at your own pace. At the end, the guide will indicate the exact time for your return to the town of Aguas Calientes, where you will board the train back to either Poroy or Wanchaq Station, both located near the city of Cusco. Our team will be waiting upon your arrival to assist you with the transfer back to your hotel.
If you wish to make your experience even more special, please review our exclusive optional services below:
Overnight in Cusco.
From 4:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. (approximately) — Your day will begin very early, before breakfast, which will be served upon arrival in the town of Cusipata. You will then continue through small Andean villages until reaching the starting point of the route in Chillihuani, located at an altitude of 4,200 meters. From this point, you will begin the hike toward the famous Rainbow Mountain, enjoying views of mountains, valleys, alpacas, llamas and local communities. If you prefer not to complete the hike to the summit, the guide will ask whether you wish to rent a horse (option not included in the package). Upon completing the ascent, you will reach the highest point: Rainbow Mountain, located at 5,200 meters above sea level. There, you will have free time to appreciate the panoramic view and take photographs of this unique landscape.
Afterwards, you will begin the descent —which is faster— toward the town of Cusipata, where you will enjoy an included buffet lunch. Following this revitalizing break, you will return to the city of Cusco for a well-deserved rest. If preferred, there is also the option to complete the tour by quad bike in private service (consult this alternative with your travel advisor).
Overnight in Cusco.
Breakfast at the hotel.
At the scheduled time, the transfer will take you from the hotel to the airport for check-in for your return flight. Please be ready at least two hours before your boarding time to ensure a punctual transfer. Thank you for traveling with us! We hope to welcome you again soon so you can enjoy new unforgettable experiences with the Viagens Machu Picchu packages.
These options are subject to hotel availability and may involve an additional cost. For confirmation and further information, please consult your travel advisor.
Hotels with Breakfast
• 01 hotel night in Lima.
• 02 hotel nights in Huaraz.
• 04 hotel nights in Cusco.
• 01 hotel night in Aguas Calientes.
Tours and Walks
• Laguna Trail Tour 69.
• Nevado Pastoruri Tour.
• Tourist bus from Lima to Huaraz.
• Tourist bus from Huaraz to Lima.
• Guided Machu Picchu in group.
• Tour of the trail to the Parón Lagoon.
• Entrance to the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu.
• Bus Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu - Roundtrip.
• One way train Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes - Tourist class.
• Colonial and modern city tour - Maximum group of 17 people.
• Cusco archaeological city tour + bottle of water - Maximum group of 17 people.
• City Tour in Cusco - Courtesy of Viagens Machu Picchu.
• Tickets for all the archaeological complexes to be visited.
• Train back Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo or Cusco - Tourist class.
• Tour Sacred Valley of the Incas with buffet lunch + bottle of water - Maximum group of 17 people.
Transfers all in private
• Transfer from Lima airport to the hotel.
• Transfer from the hotel to the Lima terminal.
• Transfer from the land terminal to the airport in Lima.
• Transfer from the airport to the hotel in Cusco.
• Transfer from the Cusco station to the hotel.
• Transfer from the hotel to the Cusco airport.
• Transfer from the land terminal to the hotel in Huaraz - round trip.
• Transfer from the hotel to the land terminal in Huaraz - round trip.
Benefits of Viagens Machu Picchu
• 24-hour assistance in Spanish and English.
• Professional team on all tours and walks.
• Guidance in Spanish and English; inform in advance.
• Personalized concierge, and assistance to the needs of your stay.
What is not included?
• Travel insurance.
• National or international air tickets.
• Food and drinks not mentioned above.
• Extra expenses: own, laundry, phone calls, and details included in the itinerary.
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Lima:
-Arawi Miraflores Express, Girasoles Hotel, Ibis Larco Miraflores ,
or Similar Room Standard 1 night(s)
- With Buffet Breakfast
Huaraz:
-El Tumi, Suiza Peruana,
or Similar Room Standard 2 night(s)
- With Buffet Breakfast
Cusco:
-San Francisco Plaza, Casona Plaza Cusco, Sacha Hotel Centric,
or Similar Room Standard 4 night(s)
- With Buffet Breakfast
Aguas Calientes:
-Flower House, Retama Machu Picchu, Ferre Machu Picchu,
or Similar Room Standard 1 night(s)
- With Buffet Breakfast
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Touristy
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Lima:
-San Agustin Exclusive, Arawi Miraflores Prime, Dazzler Miraflores,
or Similar Room Standard 1 night(s)
- With Buffet Breakfast
Huaraz:
-El Patio De Monterrey,
or Similar Room Standard 2 night(s)
- With Buffet Breakfast
Cusco:
-Terra Andina, Hacienda Centro Historico, Xima Cusco Hotel ,
or Similar Room Standard 4 night(s)
- With Buffet Breakfast
Aguas Calientes:
-Taypikala Machu Picchu, Golden Sunrise,
or Similar Room Standard 1 night(s)
- With Buffet Breakfast
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First
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Lima:
-Alof Lima Miraflores, Hilton Garden Inn, Radisson Decapolis Miraflores,
or Similar Room Standard 1 night(s)
- With Buffet Breakfast
Huaraz:
-Andino Club Hotel,
or Similar Room Standard 2 night(s)
- With Buffet Breakfast
Cusco:
-Hilton Garden Inn, Sonesta Cusco, Costa del Sol Ramada,
or Similar Room Standard 4 night(s)
- With Buffet Breakfast
Aguas Calientes:
-El Mapi By Inkaterra, Hatun Inti Boutique,
or Similar Room Standard 1 night(s)
- With Buffet Breakfast and Dinner
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Premium
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Lima:
-AC Hotel Lima Miraflores, Belmond Miraflores Park, JW Marriott Lima,
or Similar Room Standard 1 night(s)
- Buffet Breakfast
Huaraz:
-Andino Club Hotel,
or Similar Room Standard 2 night(s)
- Buffet Breakfast
Cusco:
-Casa Andina Premium, Palacio del Inca, Belmond Monasterio, JW Marriott Cusco,
or Similar Room Standard 4 night(s)
- Buffet Breakfast
Aguas Calientes:
-Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo, Sumaq Machu Picchu, Belmond Sanctuary Lodge,
or Similar Room Standard 1 night(s)
- Buffet Breakfast
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Luxury
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Magical Circuit of the Waters with Dinner show and Peruvian Paso Horses
A fantastic show of 13 water fountains, full of lights, music, and magic in Lima. Open from Tuesday to Sunday, from 6:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
• From USD 55.00 per person.
Travel in style between Cusco and Puno with the Titicaca Train
Enjoy luxurious wagons, typical dances, a gourmet lunch, and onboard service on a magical ten-hour journey along the beautiful landscapes between Cusco and Puno. For more details on availability, please consult your travel agent.
• From USD 270.00 per person.
Pachacamac Archaeological Tour
Archaeological site made of clay, made up of pyramids to worship Pachacamac, the creator of the Universe.
• From USD 35.00 per person.
Buffet Lunch at Sanctuary Lodge Restaurant:
Located within the luxurious Sanctuary Lodge hotel (formerly Orient Express), it is the only hotel facing Machu Picchu.
• From USD 50.00 per person.
Return Train Vistadome Observatory Service:
Experience a journey of luxury and culture on the first-class train, with live entertainment of shows and traditional dances in the observatory car, ensuring a unique and thrilling experience.
• From USD 70.00 per person.
Entrance to Machu Picchu or Huayna Picchu Mountain:
A short trail from the Inca citadel to the Wayna Picchu lookout, a strategic and unique place offering the most complete view of the Machu Picchu Citadel.
• From USD 65.00 per person.
Apukunaq Tianan Quad Bike:
These sculptures, also known as "The Abode of the Gods," are a monument aiming to represent Inca deities and Andean beliefs, offering a glimpse into the culture of this region.
• From USD 150.00 per person.
Professional Photographer:
Throughout all tours, our professional photographer will capture the most beautiful and unforgettable moments.
Price on Request.
Private Tours and Excursions:
Ideal for those who desire a more personalized service where tour schedules can be adjusted, meaning there is more flexibility and tours and excursions can be tailored according to the client's preference.
IMPORTANT!
Entrance tickets to Machu Picchu between January and May—especially Circuit 2, the most complete and highly requested option—are already sold out on many dates. For new reservations with departures during this period, if Circuit 2 is not available on your travel date, we will secure the best available alternative.
Our first option will be Circuit 3, which explores the citadel’s lower urban area and offers a longer, more immersive experience. If this circuit is also unavailable, we will arrange Circuit 1, located in the upper section and renowned for its panoramic views and classic postcard-style photos. All options are subject to availability at the time of purchase, and we will do everything possible to ensure you enjoy the best possible experience during your visit.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Traditional Machu Picchu Package
1. What happens if the tour is canceled due to weather conditions?
- Cancellations due to poor weather conditions are non-refundable, as these are factors beyond our control.
2. Is the Machu Picchu ticket refundable if my trip is canceled?
- No, according to the latest updates from the Ministry of Culture, Machu Picchu tickets are final sales. They cannot be rescheduled, or transferred to another date or person, nor are they refundable.
3. Where can I leave my larger luggage during the trip to Machu Picchu?
- It is recommended to bring only a small backpack to Machu Picchu, as the train operator limits baggage to 5 kg per person. Larger luggage can be safely stored in your hotel’s storage in Cusco.
4. Can I choose seats on the trains?
- No, PeruRail assigns seats automatically, with no option for seat selection.
5. Which train is better for Machu Picchu: Expedition or Vistadome?
- We recommend taking the Expedition train to Aguas Calientes and the Vistadome on the return. Vistadome provides panoramic windows and onboard entertainment, ideal for the daytime return journey.
6. Do the packages include train travel?
- Yes, all packages include round-trip train tickets, except for those who choose trekking routes to Machu Picchu, such as the Inca Trail, where only the return ticket is included.
7. Is Peru suitable for traveling with children?
- Yes! Peru is a family-friendly destination, though we recommend choosing lighter routes without long hikes.
8. Do I need a visa to enter Peru?
- A visa is not required for citizens of several Latin American countries, who may enter with a national ID. Other visitors, like those from Spain and Mexico, must present a passport valid for at least six months from their entry date.
9. Is the yellow fever vaccine mandatory?
- No, it is not mandatory, though it is an extra precaution for those visiting tropical areas.
10. Is it necessary to get travel insurance?
- Travel insurance is not mandatory but highly recommended, especially for tourists choosing packages or routes with hiking or adventure sports.
11. What is the voltage in Peru?
- The standard voltage is 220V, though some hotels provide 110V.
12. What is the best currency to use in Peru: dollars or soles?
- It is recommended to carry dollars and a few soles for local purchases. Exchange money at a reliable currency exchange agency.
13. What is the weather like in Peru?
- The climate varies by season, with a rainy season from December to March and a dry season from April to November. In Cusco and Machu Picchu, temperatures range from 24°C to -2°C.
14. Can I change my travel dates?
- Yes, though an administrative fee of 10% to 50% of the total package cost will apply, depending on the proximity to the travel date.
15. What is the cancellation policy?
- Cancellation involves progressive penalties depending on the notice given before the trip, from 10% to 100% of the total package cost, with no penalty only if canceled 50 days or more in advance.
For more information on destinations in Peru, visit our Viagens Machu Picchu Blog.
To confirm your booking, we will send you a link with 25% of the total amount; the remaining 75% must be paid 15 days before the trip. Payment can be in US Dollars, credit, or debit card. To pay in installments the remaining value, please consult your travel agent.
Our current payment methods are through PayPal and Visa.
Lima - Miraflores
Nevado Pastoruri
Lake 69 - Huaraz
Sacsayhuaman, Cusco
Sacred Valley of the Incas, Pisaq
Machu Picchu
Machu Picchu
