Take The Adventure of a Lifetime!!

If you want to learn more about the Inca Empire, this package will let you learn about the great history of the Incas, and see many attractions from Inca times. You will be able to see Maras and Moray, and of course Machu Picchu 1 of the 7 wonders of the modern world. This package is recommended for people of all ages. We offer daily departures, so come anytime!. This package can be personalized or combined with our other tours around the country.
DAY 1: CITY TOUR OF CUSCO
We will pick you up from the airport and take you to your hotel in Cusco. 13:30- 18:30 City tour of Cusco. You will be able to see a number of attractions in Cusco. Night at hotel in Cusco.


DAY 2: TOUR OF MARAS AND MORAY
09:00 – 14:00 Tour of Maras (salt mines) and Moray (terraces). Night at hotel in Cusco.


DAY 3: SACRED VALLEY OF THE INCAS
08:30 – 17:30 Tour of the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Tour includes visits to towns, traditional markets, and ruins. Buffet lunch in Urubamba. 19:00 – 20:43 Train from Ollantaytambo tp Aguas Calientes. 21:00 – 21:15 You will talk with your guide about the tour for the next day. Night at hotel in Aguas Calientes.


DAY 4: MACHO PICCHU
06:00 – 06:30 Bus to Machu Picchu. 07:00 -10:00 Guided tour of Machu Picchu. You will have free time to continue exploring, eat lunch, visit the hot springs, or the market. 18:30 – 20:20 Train to Ollantaytambo. 20:30 – 22:30 Bus to Cusco. Night at hotel in Cusco.


DAY 5: DEPARTURE FROM CUSCO
We will pick you up from your hotel in Cusco and take you to the airport.
What is Included?
  • All transfers mentioned.
  • Train ticket Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes – Ollantaytambo.
  • Bus Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Aguas Calientes.
  • Bus Cusco – Ollantaytambo – Cusco.
  • Entrance tickets for Machu Picchu and other places to be visited.
  • Professional guide for all places to be visited.
  • 01 Buffet lunch in the Sacred Valley of the Incas.
  • 03 nights in hotel in Cusco.
  • 01 night in hotel in Aguas Calientes.
  • Constant assistance during the tour.

What is Not Included?
  • airline tickets
  • tips, or other costs not mentioned above.
  • Other lunches and dinners can be included if requested.
  • Hotels and trains can be upgraded if requested.
  • We can include tickets for Huayna Picchu Mountain if requested when making the reservation.
  • Make sure you bring a backpack and walking or hiking shoes or boots for the trail
Recommendations

  • Original Passport, International Student Card (ISIC card) if applicable
  • Sneakers, T-shirts, Pants, Shorts, Bathing suit, and Sun hat
  • Waterproof jacket and Rain poncho from Nov to Mar.
  • Sunscreen, Bottled Water, and Personal medication
  • Cameras and Extra money
  • Travel Insurance is recommended

ALTITUDE
As soon as people book their trip to Peru, specifically Cusco, they start wondering about altitude sickness. The air at high altitudes contains less oxygen than at sea level and forces your body to work harder to get the oxygen it needs. Over several days at high altitude, your body adjusts to the lower amount of oxygen in the air. This is why we always recommend spending at least two days (2) in Cusco before beginning any trek. If you have more time, even better. Cusco is an amazing city with a lot to do, so you won’t be bored. With altitude sickness, you may first feel like you have the flu or a hangover. You may have a headache, tiredness, loss of appetite, nausea or vomiting, dizziness, trouble sleeping, trouble breathing during exercise. If any of these effects become severe, please contact our office and we will help you get to a doctor. Most of the time, these symptoms will be mild. We always recommend easing into activity slowly, allowing your body to adjust. Drink plenty of fluids such as water or coca tea. Coca tea has been used since ancient times to help prevent altitude sickness. Leaves from the COCA PLANT contain alkaloids which helps bring oxygen into your blood, helping your body avoid the effects of altitude sickness. Avoid drinking a lot of alcohol and coffee. They will cause you to urinate more often and become dehydrated. Avoid smoking. Smoking makes it more difficult for your body to get oxygen. Avoid sleeping pills. They may cause shallow breathing at night, making it more difficult for your body to absorb oxygen while you sleep. Remember the trek to Machu Picchu is not a race. Even those in the best shape will suffer from altitude sickness when they race to the top of the mountain too quickly. Go slowly, it will give your body time to adjust to the mountain. Your healthcare provider may prescribe medicines, such as are acetazolamide and dexamethasone, to help prevent altitude sickness. Start the medicine 2 days before you get to a high altitude. Continue to take it while you are at high altitude. You must remember that this is your holiday and you do not want to stress out about the possibility of getting sick from the mountains. Do everything slowly. Drink lots of water. And enjoy the coca tea. If anything does happen and you unfortunately get sick, let your guide know right away – all Cusco Travel Treks guides are trained in how to help you get through it.

WEATHER
Of course weather is unpredictable. Typically the dry season in Cusco is from April through October, but this does not stop raining from falling in June or the sun from coming out in December – just be prepared. No matter what month you are doing the trek, please make sure that you have rain gear that includes a waterproof jacket, pants, poncho and waterproof gloves. Many people forget about gloves, but being cold and wet makes hiking very unpleasant. Also prepare for 4 seasons. Many of the treks through the Andes involve many micro-climates and you will need to be prepared for all seasons. Layers are always key as they are easy to adjust to the different temperatures. And evenings will always be cold, so please be prepared with a warm winter weight jacket.

FIRST AID
Every Cusco Travel Treks guide has received training in first aid from a physician. We conduct mandatory training every February - every single Cusco Travel Treks guides attend. When guiding you, they will have with them a first aid kit for basic medical problems (traveler's diarrhea, cuts/ scrapes, etc.) and oxygen. They know how to make you feel better. In case something unexpected happens and you feel you can no longer complete the trek, they will figure ou the safest and quickest way off the course and to a clinic. You will never be left alone, you will have a member of the team escort you every step of the way until safely with a doctor. When you are feeling up to it, we will make sure that you still have the chance to visit Machu Picchu and re-connect with your group, traveling by train comfortably.

TRAVEL INSURANCE
Because there are so many logistics to plan and pay for before your trek occurs, payment for your trek is due even if you are unable to complete the hike. Please read our BOOKING CONDITIONS carefully so you know what is due. Obtaining travel insurance before you leave home is strongly encouraged. This way, if something happens, and this is rare, you will not be out of pocket a tremendous amount of money.Cusco Travel Treks will provide a letter and your invoice to submit to your insurance in this case to help expedite your processing.

ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
Cusco Travel Treks uses biodegradable soap and transports all our garbage back to Cusco. Our porters are trained to look after the trail and pickup any waste from other groups as well. We also use environmentally-friendly chemical portable toilets that allow us to pack waste out. We believe in leaving no footprint behind.