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Sunshine over Macchu Pichhu - Cusco and Machu Picchu, Peru
Sunshine over Macchu Pichhu  | Michael Croft
Celebrating in the streets of Peru - Cusco and Machu Picchu, Peru
Celebrating in the streets of Peru  | Richard I'Anson
Sunshine over the ancient Inca ruins of Sacsayhuaman above Cusco - Cusco and Machu Picchu, Peru
Sunshine over the ancient Inca ruins of Sacsayhuaman above Cusco  | Sue Badyari
Local Peruvian smiling for the camera - Cusco and Machu Picchu, Peru
Local Peruvian smiling for the camera  | Richard I'Anson
Breathtaking views from upon Machu Picchu - Cusco and Machu Picchu, Peru
Breathtaking views from upon Machu Picchu  | Richard I'Anson
Traditional Andean weaving - Cusco and Machu Picchu, Peru
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Cusco and Machu Picchu

A relaxed cultural journey through Cusco the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu.

Peru
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 16 reviews

7 Days from

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Trip Code: CMP
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Essential Information
Duration
  • 7 Days
Activities
  • 7 days adventure touring
Accommodation
  • 6 nights hotel
Meals
  • 1 Dinner
  • 2 Lunches
  • 6 Breakfasts
Difficulty Grading  
2 / 10

Adventure touring

Carbon Footprint  

47kg of CO2-e PP per day

(280kg of CO2-e PP entire trip)

Trip highlights

  • Explore the ancient ruins of Machu Picchu with two guided visits
  • Discover Cusco’s churches plazas markets and Inca foundations
  • Travel through the Sacred Valley with views of surrounding mountain ranges
  • Spend a night in Aguas Calientes below Machu Picchu
  • Enjoy extra time in Cusco to acclimatise and explore at leisure

Overview

This relaxed cultural journey explores the heart of the former Inca Empire without the need for trekking. Spend time acclimatising in Cusco before travelling through the Sacred Valley to Machu Picchu by train. Enjoy a guided visit to Machu Picchu with time to explore the citadel at a comfortable pace, plus an overnight stay in Aguas Calientes. With experienced guides and a well-paced itinerary, this trip offers an enriching way to experience Peru’s most iconic sites.

Itinerary

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Meet on arrival in Cusco and transfer to your hotel in the historic centre of the city. Spend the afternoon resting or taking gentle walks around nearby plazas to begin acclimatisation at altitude. Cusco’s layered history blends Inca foundations with colonial architecture, creating a fascinating introduction to Peru. A trip briefing will be held at your hotel at 6pm to outline the upcoming details of your adventure (if you have not been met with the representative beforehand), all timings of pre-departure briefings will be re-confirmed locally in Cusco by our local guides. Accommodation: Abittare Hotel or similar

Meals: Nil

Enjoy a guided tour of Cusco, once the capital of the Inca Empire and now a vibrant Andean city. Visit Coricancha and the Cathedral before travelling into the hills to explore Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo and Puka Pukara. These sites reveal the sophistication of Inca engineering and ceremonial life. Return to Cusco with free time to browse artisan markets or relax at your hotel. Accommodation: Abittare Hotel or similar NB: This day trip is shared with other travellers with a small group of up to 12

Meals: B

Travel into the Sacred Valley, stopping at viewpoints overlooking dramatic Andean landscapes. Explore the impressive ruins of Pisac, with their agricultural terraces and ceremonial structures, before visiting the colourful local market. Continue through the valley to Ollantaytambo, a living Inca town. Visit its monumental fortress, built into the mountainside above the village. Accommodation: Sol Naturaa Hotel or similar NB: This day trip is shared with other travellers with a small group of up to 12

Meals: B,L

Transfer to the railway station at Ollantaytambo and travel by train through the Sacred Valley toward Machu Picchu. On arrival, enter the sanctuary for a guided visit of the citadel’s main sectors. Learn about the site’s history, layout and cultural significance. Descend by bus to Aguas Calientes for the night. Accommodation: Hotel El Mapi or similar *Important: To ensure the protection and conservation of the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu and enhance the visitor experience, several restrictions and regulations are in place. The site features three main circuits divided into ten predetermined routes. Visitors are limited to a maximum of four hours within the site to reduce congestion and preserve the ruins, and admission is not permitted after 4pm. Additionally, all visitors must be accompanied by a guide.

Meals: B,D

This morning we get up early to savour the views and atmosphere of the mystical morning light over Machu Picchu. We are treated to a unique second visit to Machu Picchu including another guided tour (conducted by a local guide) visiting the sites that you may have missed yesterday in this colossal sanctuary. In the afternoon or early evening we depart from Machu Picchu for the train ride back to Ollantaytambo where we transfer to our vehicle for the drive back to Cusco. Accommodation: Abittare Hotel or similar NB - depending on train schedules, we may arrive into Cusco very late at night. OPTIONAL HUAYNA PICCHU CLIMB OR MACHU PICCHU MOUNTAIN CLIMB - For the adventurous, you can purchase a permit for either the Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain climb (please enquire for costs). Choosing this option means forgoing the guided tour of Machu Picchu, which is non-refundable and non-transferable. Huayna Picchu, with its narrow trails, reaches an elevation of 2,963m, while Machu Picchu Mountain, with a wider path, peaks at 3,082m. Both climbs are steep, slippery, exposed, and involve vertiginous drops, requiring a minimum of 3 hours return. Note that these climbs are not guided. Permits are non-refundable and non-transferable, and a waiver form must be signed before purchase. Both permits are limited and sell out quickly, so please contact us if interested.

Meals: B,L

A good day to relax and perhaps do some 'tourist shopping', selecting from a great variety of expertly made craft work - including alpaca sweaters and hats, ceramics, weavings and traditional Andean instruments. In and around Cusco there are a number of day trips that can be booked and paid for locally. Accommodation: Abittare Hotel or similar

Meals: B

After breakfast we offer a transfer to the airport where services conclude.

Meals: B

Ready to start your adventure?

433 scheduled departures between 24 Oct 2026 and 31 Dec 2027.

  • Departs 24 Oct 2026 – ends 30 Oct 2026 (7 days)
  • Departs 25 Oct 2026 – ends 31 Oct 2026 (7 days)
  • Departs 26 Oct 2026 – ends 1 Nov 2026 (7 days)
  • Departs 27 Oct 2026 – ends 2 Nov 2026 (7 days)
  • Departs 28 Oct 2026 – ends 3 Nov 2026 (7 days)
  • Departs 29 Oct 2026 – ends 4 Nov 2026 (7 days)
  • … and 427 more departures.
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What's included?

Included

  • 6 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 1 dinner
  • Machu Picchu entrance fee (two visits)
  • Sightseeing and site entrance fees as listed
  • Accommodation in comfortable hotels
  • Train to Machu Picchu
  • Airport transfers (Day 1 and Day 7)
  • Expert local bilingual guides
  • Filtered drinking water
  • Group medical kit

Not included

  • International flights
  • Visa fees
  • Travel Insurance (compulsory)
  • Meals not listed as included
  • Personal expenses such as beverages, laundry costs or phone calls
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Any items not listed as included

About your guide

Our guides are bilingual and our treks are conducted in English.

Reviews (16)

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Excellent staff and accommodation. Our trip went without a hitch. Thankyou

Donna Ellen|VIC, Australia
13 Mar 2026
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Our WE tour was exceptional, great tour guides and great accomodation. Everything ran so smoothly from airport pick up to airport drop off. Would highly recommend.

Christopher Foster|Ocean Grove, VIC Australia
27 Feb 2024
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Fantastic time super well organised exceed expectations

Michael Williams|Cooma, NSW Australia
8 Aug 2023
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Wow! What an amazing trip. Although we had flight issues that delayed our arrival, the representatives in Canada and Peru rearranged things for us. Our guide, Roger, gave us a good understanding of Incan history and culture and even did the Huyana Picchu hike with us. We loved all of the tours and he also knew where to find yummy food. The hotels were well located for wandering around, but they were noisy. We used a sound app on our phones each night to sleep. The transfers and entries to the various sites were seamless. We even lucked out by having an entire train car to our group on the way to Aguascalientes! I would definitely recommend this trip!

Kristin Virginia Moseley|Durango, CO United States
6 Dec 2022
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Fantastic information provided at the start of our tour when picked up from the airport. Being so well informed gave us great comfort in all aspects of our tour.

C. Yeo|Western Australia
5 Jun 2019
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We travelled for the first time with Word Expeditions on a private tailormade trip to South America. From day one, they responded to all our queries promptly and were able to deliver everything we’d asked for, efficiently and on budget. Thank you for an unforgettable trip!

Katie P.|London, UK
26 Oct 2017
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We will absolutely recommend World Expeditions to friends as we much preferred it to large group tours, and the level of personal attention and detail was excellent. Also, the local guides were knowledgable and kind, and the hotels were beautiful.

T. Cantu|Louiseville, CO, USA
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Our guide really made the tour. The most memorable part: the great views and information.

G. Stevens|Erkineville, NSW Australia
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We really enjoy our trip to Cusco and Macchu Picchu. Everything was well organized and done as advertised. We had excellent transportation and Tina our guide, was top of the line.

E. Cuartas|Canada

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The date I want is closed. What are my options and why does it say to enquire?

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None of these dates suit me. Can you run this trip on another date?

Yes, as a private departure. We can run this trip on a date you choose, for your own group - family, friends, a club, or in many cases, just for the two of you. Tell us when you want to travel and who is coming, and we will build it around that.

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Yes. This itinerary is designed for travellers who want to experience Peru’s iconic sites without trekking or long walking days.

The trip is easy to moderate, with sightseeing, short walks and time to rest, making it suitable for most fitness levels.

Cusco is at high altitude, so the itinerary is paced to allow gradual acclimatisation, with free time built in to rest and adjust.

You travel by scenic train through the Sacred Valley, avoiding long hikes while still enjoying spectacular Andean landscapes.

You’ll stay in comfortable, well-located hotels in Cusco, the Sacred Valley and Aguas Calientes, chosen for convenience and character.

It’s ideal for travellers wanting a culturally rich introduction to Peru’s Inca heritage without strenuous activity.

  • Guided visits to Machu Picchu with expert local insight
  • Experienced bilingual guides bring Inca history and culture to life
  • Well-paced itinerary with time to acclimatise and explore at leisure
  • Scenic rail journeys and carefully planned sightseeing maximise time at key sites
  • Sustainability matters with low-impact travel that treads lightly and connects meaningfully

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