# The Best of Cusco

> Machu Picchu, the Sacred Valley and Vinicunca's colors · 7 days and 6 nights exploring Lima, Cusco, the Sacred Valley, Aguas Calientes and Machu Picchu, with a Vinicunca excursion. One category, double occupancy only: USD 1,685 per person. Flights excluded.

- URL: https://greatvibes.com.co/en/packages/lo-mejor-de-cusco
- Versión en español: https://greatvibes.com.co/es/packages/lo-mejor-de-cusco.md

## Key facts

- Destination: Lima, Cusco, Valle Sagrado y Machu Picchu, Perú
- Route: Lima → Cusco → Sacred Valley → Aguas Calientes → Machu Picchu → Cusco
- Duration: 7 days / 6 nights
- Booking mode: Flexible arrival date
- International flights: not included
- Price per room: Double US$3,370
- Deposit to book: 20% of the total
- Book: https://greatvibes.com.co/en/book/lo-mejor-de-cusco
- How to book (also for AI agents): https://greatvibes.com.co/llms.txt

_Prices in US dollars (USD). They may change: confirm on the page before booking._

## Description

Explore Peru's history and landscapes, from Lima to Cusco's Inca and colonial heritage, traditional Sacred Valley communities, the train journey to Machu Picchu and a hike to Rainbow Mountain. Includes 6 nights and shared excursions. One category; specific hotels subject to confirmation.

## Includes

- Shared airport–hotel transfers and transfer to the train station.
- Round-trip train to Machu Picchu; the program notes specify Expedition service.
- Shared visits with bilingual Spanish and English guides.
- Half-day Cusco and Sacsayhuamán archaeological park tour.
- Inca and colonial Pisac, Inkariy Museum, Yucay Living Culture Center, Moray, Maras and Ollantaytambo; 2 Sacred Valley lunches.
- Full-day Vinicunca excursion with lunch.
- Machu Picchu excursion with lunch.
- Daily breakfasts.
- 6 nights: 1 in Lima, 3 in Cusco, 1 in the Sacred Valley and 1 in Aguas Calientes.
- Medical assistance up to age 70 with USD 40,000 coverage per illness or accident; supplement from age 71, amount to be confirmed.

## Not included

- International and domestic flights, including Lima–Cusco and Cusco–Lima.
- Personal expenses and drinks with listed meals.
- Tips for porters, drivers, guides and waiters.
- Services and optional visits not listed as included.
- Supplements for Easter, Inti Raymi, national holidays, Christmas and New Year, to be confirmed.

## Itinerary

### Day 1: Lima

Arrival in Lima, assistance and hotel transfer. Overnight.

_Overnight in: Lima_

### Day 2: Imperial Cusco and Sacsayhuamán

Breakfast and airport transfer for the flight to Cusco, excluded. Arrival, assistance and transfer. Visit Sacsayhuamán, Q'enqo and Tambomachay, with panoramic views of Puca Pucará. Tour Qorikancha, Plaza de Armas and the Cathedral in Cusco. Overnight.

_Meals: Breakfast · Overnight in: Cusco_

### Day 3: Pisac, Inkariy and Yucay

Breakfast. Explore Inca and colonial Pisac, with time at artisan workshops. Visit Inkariy Museum and enjoy lunch. At Yucay, discover traditional weaving, dyeing, adobe and chicha preparation, plus llamas and alpacas. Overnight in the Sacred Valley.

_Meals: Breakfast, Lunch · Overnight in: Sacred Valley_

### Day 4: Moray, Maras and Ollantaytambo

Breakfast. Visit Moray terraces and Maras salt mines. Lunch and explore Ollantaytambo and its archaeological site. Train to Aguas Calientes, at the foot of Machu Picchu. Overnight; schedules subject to reconfirmation.

_Meals: Breakfast, Lunch · Overnight in: Aguas Calientes_

### Day 5: Machu Picchu

Breakfast. Travel by bus to Machu Picchu to explore its terraces, stairways, ceremonial and urban areas. Lunch. Scheduled return train and transfer to the hotel in Cusco. The final rail sequence will be reconfirmed with the operator.

_Meals: Breakfast, Lunch · Overnight in: Cusco_

### Day 6: Vinicunca: Rainbow Mountain

Early departure through the Southern Valley to Phulawasipata. Breakfast followed by the Vinicunca hike, with Andean views and colorful geological formations at approximately 5,000 m elevation. Lunch included. Return and overnight in Cusco.

_Meals: Breakfast, Lunch · Overnight in: Cusco_

### Day 7: Cusco – departure

Breakfast. Scheduled airport transfer for your departure flight. Cusco–Lima flight excluded.

_Meals: Breakfast_

## Cancellation policy

Reembolso escalonado según la anticipación de la cancelación.

- Cancelling 90 or more days before the trip: 75% refund
- Cancelling 60 or more days before the trip: 70% refund
- Cancelling 45 or more days before the trip: 40% refund
- Cancelling 0 or more days before the trip: 0% refund
- The deposit is non-refundable.

## Important notes

- USD 1,685 per person sharing a double room; USD 3,370 per room for 2 adults. One category only, with no single, triple or quadruple occupancy.
- Departure dates and hotels for the single offered category await confirmation. Source hotel alternatives have not automatically been assigned to this rate.
- The Lima–Cusco flight must arrive by 11:30 for the afternoon excursion, planned around 13:30.
- Machu Picchu tickets depend on availability until issuance, requiring full names, travel document, date of birth and nationality. Issued tickets are non-transferable, non-refundable and cannot be changed.
- The source repeats an Ollantaytambo train boarding on day 5 despite arrival in Aguas Calientes on day 4. Confirm the final train sequence and schedules with the operator.
- Train luggage: one bag or backpack up to 5 kg and 157 linear cm according to the source; reconfirm with the operator.
- Vinicunca involves a hike to approximately 5,000 m elevation. Visit order may change for operational, logistical or weather reasons.
- Rates do not apply during events and holidays; check particularly December 24 through January 1.
- Travelers age 71 and above pay an assistance supplement and cannot purchase the supplier's cancellation upgrade. Consult conditions.

## Frequently asked questions

### Are flights included?

No. International and domestic flights are quoted separately.

### Are single rooms available?

No. This package has one category and double occupancy only.

### Is Machu Picchu included?

Yes, with a train journey and lunch. Admission remains subject to availability until issued.
