Cusco, Machu Picchu and Inti Raymi 5-day Tour
Duración:
5 days
5 days
Tours:
Private and group
Private and group
Accommodation:
Included
Included
Departures:
All year round
All year round
Enjoy an unforgettable experience with our Cusco, Machu Picchu and Inti Raymi 5-day Tour, a program that combines history, living culture, and the impressive Inti Raymi festival, the Festival of the Sun. Throughout this journey, you will explore the imperial city of Cusco on a complete City Tour, travel through the Sacred Valley of the Incas with visits to important archaeological sites and picturesque Andean villages, continue to Aguas Calientes, the base for visiting the majestic Machu Picchu, where you will enjoy a guided tour of the iconic Inca citadel and have the opportunity to take the classic panoramic photos; in addition, you will be part of the Inti Raymi celebration in Sacsayhuamán, one of the most impressive festivities of Inca tradition, before returning to Lima, thus concluding a journey full of history, culture, and unforgettable experiences.
Cusco, Machu Picchu and Inti Raymi 5-day Tour Itinerary
- Day 1 (June 23): Reception in Cusco and City Tour
- Day 2 (June 24): Inti Raymi – Festival of the Sun
- Day 3 (June 25): Cusco – Sacred Valley – Train to Machu Picchu Pueblo
- Day 4 (June 26): Machu Picchu – Return to Cusco
- Day 5 (June 27): Cusco – Return to Lima
Detailed itinerary
Day 1 (June 23): Reception in Cusco and City Tour
Upon arrival in Cusco, our team will welcome you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel so you can rest and acclimatize. In the afternoon, we will begin the City Tour, visiting the Temple of the Sun or Koricancha and the archaeological complexes of Sacsayhuamán, Qenqo, Puca Pucara, and Tambomachay, known for their historical importance and Inca architecture. At the end, we will return to the hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel in Cusco.
Day 2 (June 24): Inti Raymi – Festival of the Sun
This day you will experience Inti Raymi, the most important festival in Cusco and one of the most impressive cultural celebrations in South America. The ceremony consists of three moments: it begins at Qorikancha, continues at the Plaza de Armas, and concludes with the main event at the esplanade of Sacsayhuamán. Throughout the performance, you will witness rituals, music, dances, and offerings in honor of the Sun God, following the traditions of the ancient Inca Empire. At the end of the ceremony, we will return to the hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel in Cusco.
Day 3 (June 25): Cusco – Sacred Valley – Train to Machu Picchu Pueblo
We will begin our Sacred Valley excursion by visiting Chinchero, known for its agricultural terraces and the remains of the palace of Inca Túpac Yupanqui. We will continue to the Maras Salt Mines and then to Moray, an ancient agricultural experimentation center. After lunch in Urubamba, we will visit the impressive Fortress of Ollantaytambo. At the end of the tour, you will board the train to Machu Picchu Pueblo (Aguas Calientes), enjoying a journey surrounded by spectacular Andean landscapes. Reception at the station and transfer to the hotel. Overnight stay in Aguas Calientes.
Day 4 (June 26): Machu Picchu – Return to Cusco
After breakfast, you will take the bus up to the entrance of Machu Picchu together with your guide, entering according to the time indicated on your ticket. During the visit, you will explore the most important sectors of the citadel, such as viewpoints, agricultural areas, urban sectors, temples, and ceremonial enclosures. At each stop, you will have time to take photos at the most iconic spots. At the end, you will descend back to Aguas Calientes for lunch before boarding the train back to Ollantaytambo. Upon arrival, our transportation will take you to your hotel in Cusco. Overnight stay in Cusco.
Day 5 (June 27): Cusco – Return to Lima
At the indicated time, our team will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to the corresponding airport, assisting you with your return to Lima.
What does the tour include?
Includes
Cusco
- Reception and assistance upon arrival in Cusco.
- Transfers in Cusco: airport/ hotel – airport/ (according to program schedules).
- City Tour in Cusco (according to itinerary): tourist transportation + professional Spanish-speaking guide.
- 03 nights of accommodation in Cusco.
- Breakfasts at the hotel in Cusco.
Inti Raymi
- Entrance ticket to the official Inti Raymi reenactment at Sacsayhuamán (according to the contracted zone).
- Transfers to the Inti Raymi ceremony locations according to the program.
- Box lunch during the Inti Raymi event.
Sacred Valley
- Transfer and transportation to the Sacred Valley.
- Guided visits to the main attractions.
- Buffet lunch in the Sacred Valley (Urubamba).
- Transfer to the train station (according to confirmed train service).
Machu Picchu & Aguas Calientes
- Round-trip train tickets (tourist service) to/from Aguas Calientes (according to station availability: Ollantaytambo).
- 01 night of accommodation in Aguas Calientes.
- Breakfast at the hotel in Aguas Calientes.
- Round-trip bus Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Aguas Calientes.
- Entrance ticket to Machu Picchu (regular circuit according to availability).
- Guided tour in Machu Picchu with a professional Spanish-speaking guide.
- Return to Cusco after the visit (according to train itinerary).
NOT INCLUDED
General
- Air or land tickets Lima – Cusco – Lima (optional extra cost of $180.00 USD).
- Meals not mentioned.
- Travel insurance.
- Personal expenses (drinks, snacks, souvenirs, tips, etc.).
Machu Picchu & Aguas Calientes
- Entrance ticket to Huayna Picchu Mountain or Machu Picchu Mountain (additional $70 USD).
Inti Raymi
- Seat upgrades or VIP stands not specified in the program.
- Personal expenses during the event (snacks, drinks, souvenirs, etc.).
Recommendations
- Valid original passport.
- Insect repellent.
- Sunscreen and hat for sunny days.
- Water or coca tea and snacks.
- A light backpack or bag.
- Some cash in Peruvian soles for lunch, snacks, and souvenirs.
Important program information
- Machu Picchu tickets sell out 2–3 months in advance and are subject to official circuits based on availability.
- The City Tour is operated in shared service.
- The order of visits may vary due to weather, train schedules, or operational reasons.
- Punctuality is mandatory for all services.
Prices for the Cusco, Machu Picchu and Inti Raymi 5-day Tour
ECONOMY
$760
PER PERSON- 2⭐ HOTEL
- Group services
- Expedition or Voyager Train
- Book with 30%
- Does not include entrance tickets
TOURIST
$880
PER PERSON- 3⭐ HOTEL
- Entrance tickets included
- Group services
- Expedition or Voyager Train
- Book with 30%
SUPERIOR
$1400
PER PERSON- 4⭐ HOTEL
- Entrance tickets included
- Transfers and guided tours in a small group
- Private Guided Tour in Machu Picchu
- Vistadome or 360° Train
- Book with 50%
CHILDREN
FREE
FROM 0 to 24 months
MINORS
7% discount
FROM 3 to 09 years old
STUDENTS
$50 discount
FROM 10 to 17 years old
Payment methods
4.5%
7.5%
5.2%
No fee
How to book?
To begin the reservation process, please send us the following information:
Full name:
Passport number:
Nationality:
Date of birth:
Gender:
Phone number:
It is very important that you also provide us with your hotel information in the city of Cusco, so we can pick you up at the start of the tour.
PAYMENT METHODS
We offer the following options to complete your reservation payment:
1. WeTravel
You can make your payment through WeTravel, with a 4.5% service fee.
Important: to book with WeTravel, prior coordination with the agency is required in order to send you your 30% payment link, which includes the mentioned fee.
2. PayPal
You can make your payment via PayPal, with a 7.5% service fee.
The payment request will be sent by the agency.
PayPal account:
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3. Izipay
You can make your payment through Izipay, with a 5.2% service fee.
Important: to book with Izipay, prior coordination with the agency is required in order to send you your 30% payment link, which includes the mentioned fee.
4. Western Union
You can make your payment via Western Union, with no fee.
In this case, the sending information and beneficiary details will be provided by the agency. After sending the payment, you must share the MTCN code of the transfer to confirm your reservation.
Important
- Book your Machu Picchu entrance ticket 3 to 4 months in advance, as well as your hotel.
- Ask about discounts for groups starting from 5 passengers.
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