Day 1: Arrival in Cusco

• Arrival at Cusco Airport and transfer to hotel.
• Light walk to acclimatize: explore Plaza de Armas, San Blas, and local markets.
  Accommodation: Cusco Hotel

Day 2: Cusco City & Archaeological Sites

• Guided city tour: Cathedral, Qoricancha (Temple of the Sun), and nearby ruins (Sacsayhuamán, Qenqo, Tambomachay, Puca Pucara).
• Afternoon at leisure.
  Accommodation: Cusco Hotel

Day 3: Sacred Valley of the Incas

• Visit Pisac Market and archaeological terraces.
• Buffet lunch in Urubamba.
• Explore Ollantaytambo fortress and town.
  Accommodation: Sacred Valley Hotel

Days 4–7: Classic Inca Trail to Machu Picchu (4 Days / 3 Nights)

Day 4 (Trail Day 1)

• Transfer to Km 82 (Piscacucho).
• Trek through small villages and Inca ruins.
• Camp at Huayllabamba.

Day 5 (Trail Day 2)

• Climb to Warmiwañusca Pass (Dead Woman’s Pass) at 4,200 m / 13,780 ft.
• Descend to Pacaymayo campsite.

Day 6 (Trail Day 3)

• Visit Runkurakay, Sayacmarca, Phuyupatamarca ruins.
• Camp at Wiñay Wayna, a stunning Inca site.

Day 7 (Trail Day 4)

• Early arrival at Inti Punku (Sun Gate) with sunrise views of Machu Picchu.
• Guided tour of the citadel.
• Evening train back to Cusco.
  Accommodation: Cusco Hotel

Day 8: Free Day in Cusco

• Recovery day after the trek.
• Optional: visit museums, markets, or take a cooking class.
  Accommodation: Cusco Hotel

Day 9: Cusco – Cloud Forest (Manu National Park Expedition)

• Departure for Manu National Park.
• Scenic drive across the Andean mountains into the cloud forest.
• Stop at viewpoints and small villages.
• First night in a lodge at the cloud forest edge.
  Accommodation: Manu Lodge

Day 10: Cloud Forest – Lowland Jungle

• Morning birdwatching: cock-of-the-rock, toucans, and monkeys.
• Continue journey deeper into Manu.
• Boat ride on the Alto Madre de Dios River.
• Overnight at a jungle lodge.
  Accommodation: Manu Jungle Lodge

Day 11: Manu Jungle Exploration

• Full day exploring trails with expert naturalist guides.
• Visit oxbow lakes to spot caimans, giant otters, and exotic birdlife.
• Night walk to discover nocturnal species.
  Accommodation: Manu Jungle Lodge

Day 12: Cultural Encounter & Wildlife Observation

• Visit local Amazonian communities to learn about traditions.
• Explore medicinal plants and giant ceiba trees.
• Afternoon canoe ride to spot macaws and capybaras.
  Accommodation: Manu Jungle Lodge

Day 13: Manu – Cloud Forest Return

• Morning boat ride back along the river.
• Return to the cloud forest region.
• Overnight at lodge in transition zone.
  Accommodation: Manu Lodge

Day 14: Cloud Forest – Cusco

• Scenic drive back to Cusco.
• Arrival in the afternoon and time at leisure.
  Accommodation: Cusco Hotel

Day 15: Departure from Cusco

• Transfer to Cusco Airport for flight back home or onward connections.

 

Tour Includes

• Accommodation in 3★ / 4★ hotels in Cusco & Sacred Valley (upgrade available).
• 3 nights camping on the Inca Trail (with tents, dining tent, sleeping mats).
• 5 nights in lodges during the Manu National Park expedition.
• Domestic flights (Cusco – Lima, if part of package).
• All private transfers & ground/river transport during the program.
• Train tickets: Machu Picchu ↔ Cusco (Expedition or Vistadome).
• Professional English-speaking guides in Cusco, Sacred Valley, Inca Trail, Machu Picchu & Manu.
• Naturalist guides in Manu for wildlife observation.
• Entrance tickets & permits: Inca Trail, Machu Picchu, Cusco sites, Sacred Valley, Manu National Park.
• Daily breakfast at hotels.
• Full meals during the Inca Trail trek (B, L, D).
• Full meals during the Manu Jungle expedition (B, L, D).
• Porters, cooks, and camping equipment on the Inca Trail.
• Wildlife excursions, canoe rides, and cultural activities in Manu.

Not Included

• International flights.
• Sleeping bag & walking poles (available for rent).
• Entrance to Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain (optional, must be reserved in advance).
• Extra drinks, snacks, or personal purchases.
• Travel insurance (mandatory for trekking).
• Tips for guides, porters, and lodge staff.

 

• Original passport (mandatory to enter Machu Picchu)
• Personal luggage for Machu Picchu (5 kg max allowed in the train)
• Daypack for personal items
• Money in soles for entrance fees, water, snacks and other expenses during each tour
• Comfortable clothing and appropriate footwear (hiking boots recommended)
• Waterproof clothes and rain cover
• Sunscreen
• Insect repellent
• Water (1.5L per day)
• Sunglasses
• Scarf or hat in order to protect against the intense sunlight
• Warm jacket for the evening/wind
• Personal medications

Flexible cancellation/ change

•  Cancel your tour 48 hours in advance and be reimbursed for the full amount of the tour. If you cancel the tour after these 48 hours prior to your tour no refund will be processed.
•  The policy to reschedule or to make any amendment allows the update to be made no more than 5 days prior to the date of your tour and it is valid until December 30th, 2022.
•  The itinerary may be subject to changes due to unforeseen circumstances, beyond the control of the operator, changes without prior notice

Accommodation, transfers, and flights are included?

The lodging and transfers in Tambopata are included as part of the tour and cannot be excluded. For the other days, you can choose if you want to hire only the tours or tours + lodging. Flights are not included but we will give you recommendations for airlines and schedules.

Why is the tourist ticket not included?

The Boleto Turístico (tourist ticket) is a personal ticket and is not sold in advance. It must be purchased in Cusco or at the entrance of the visited sites where this ticket is required.
Check our guide with all the information about the tourist ticket. 

What to do with my luggage during the trip to Machu Picchu?

The maximum volume allowed on the trains is 5 kg per person, so you should travel with as little as possible, as all the rest of your luggage should stay at your hotel in Cusco during the two day trip. If you check out when you travel to Machu Picchu, you can leave your luggage in the hotel’s storage room.

What time will I enter Machu Picchu?

The entrance times for this tour is from 7am on, but it may vary according to ticket availability at the time of booking. Remember: the earlier you make your reservation, the more likely you are to get the best times.

Do I need a yellow fever vaccine to visit the Peruvian Amazon?

The yellow fever vaccine is not required for your entry into Peru but may be required upon your return to your country. For more information, please contact the health authorities in your home country.

Can I reverse the order of the itinerary?

Yes, our itinerary is 100% customizable and you can change the order of visits according to your travel plans and schedule. Please note that some flights are restricted to specific days of the week and this will directly affect your itinerary.