Machu Picchu Train & Cuzco Adventure 8D/7N
Start: Cuzco, Peru Finish: Cuzco, Peru
Duration: 7 Nights
Tour Operator: Bamba Travel
Prices From: $1714
Tour Overview
Get to know some of the most beautiful sites of Peru on this amazing 8-day trip. You will admire the beautiful landscape of the Andean highlands, get your adrenaline pumping on motorbike and rafting tours, and visit incredible Inca ruins around Cuzco: Maras & Moray, the Sacred Valley and the famous Machu Picchu.
Highlights
Travel to the awe-inspiring Machu Picchu by train- Go on thrilling 4x4 motorbike and rafting trips
- Explore impressive Inca ruins and historical sites
Itinerary
Day 1: Cuzco, Peru
Location: Cuzco
Day 1: Cuzco, Peru
Location: Cuzco
Our Casa Andina Premium Cuzco is strategically located and beautiful hotel just a few blocks from the Main Square (Plaza de Armas), ideal place to initiate visits of the surroundings, cultural walks to the tourist places more known like the Cathedral of Cuzco or the convent Santo Domingo and to discover the charms of the historical center.
It has 93 rooms that are characterized by a personalized service and all the comforts that our guests may need with free extras like: buffet breakfast, free Wifi, restaurant and bar, concierge service, room service, among others.
The hotel staff in the restaurant is highly trained to recommend the best dishes in our restaurant.
Our hotel is the best option to rest before your trip to Machu Picchu.
Day 2: Cuzco, Peru
Location: Cuzco
You will be picked up from your accommodation and head to Cruz Pata, a small village where the quad-bike adventure will begin. You will receive a safety briefing before starting off through the countryside to Moray, our first stop of the day. Spot at ancient Inca circular crop terraces and be amazed at the engineering developments of the ancient Inca. You will be able to connect with Mother Earth, (La Pachamama) and learn how the Andean culture lives in harmony with the nature that surrounds them. After receiving some explanations, you will be free to walk around. You will then continue your ride to the “Salineras”, salt mines where you will be able to see local people working in the salt mines. Get free time to shop for souvenirs if you would like. Hop back on your 4x4 quadbike once again and go back to Cruz Pata where you will return your motorbike and equipment and then take a return transfer back to Cuzco.
Day 2: Cuzco, Peru
Location: Cuzco
Our Casa Andina Premium Cuzco is strategically located and beautiful hotel just a few blocks from the Main Square (Plaza de Armas), ideal place to initiate visits of the surroundings, cultural walks to the tourist places more known like the Cathedral of Cuzco or the convent Santo Domingo and to discover the charms of the historical center.
It has 93 rooms that are characterized by a personalized service and all the comforts that our guests may need with free extras like: buffet breakfast, free Wifi, restaurant and bar, concierge service, room service, among others.
The hotel staff in the restaurant is highly trained to recommend the best dishes in our restaurant.
Our hotel is the best option to rest before your trip to Machu Picchu.
Day 3: Cuzco, Peru
Location: Cuzco
After being picked up from your accommodation, you will head towards the ancient city of Cuzco, once the glorious capital of the Inca Empire and the center of the world. Explore the cobblestone streets built atop Inca pathways and imagine yourself walking among the flawlessly built ancient Inca roads that once led to the modern-day Plaza de Armas from faraway lands.
You will then continue the journey outside the city and discover the impressive archaeological sites of Saqsayhuaman, Q'enqo amphitheater, Pucapucara Red Fortress and Tambomachay, the Inca bath. Get the opportunity to learn more about the importance of these incredible sites on this guided tour and be amazed at the impressive engineering skills it took to build these giant fortresses so high in the Andes mountains.
Enjoy stunning panoramic views over the city and fresh mountain air before returning to Cuzco and being dropped off at your accommodation.
Day 3: Cuzco, Peru
Location: Cuzco
Our Casa Andina Premium Cuzco is strategically located and beautiful hotel just a few blocks from the Main Square (Plaza de Armas), ideal place to initiate visits of the surroundings, cultural walks to the tourist places more known like the Cathedral of Cuzco or the convent Santo Domingo and to discover the charms of the historical center.
It has 93 rooms that are characterized by a personalized service and all the comforts that our guests may need with free extras like: buffet breakfast, free Wifi, restaurant and bar, concierge service, room service, among others.
The hotel staff in the restaurant is highly trained to recommend the best dishes in our restaurant.
Our hotel is the best option to rest before your trip to Machu Picchu.
Day 4: Aguas Calientes, Peru
Location: Aguas Calientes
Sacred Valley tour - Transfer to Aguas Calientes (L/D)
Accommodation pick-up at 7:30 am to start off our day. We will travel out of Cuzco towards the Sacred Valley of the Incas and make our first stop at the village of Corao where we will visit a local artisan marketplace. Enjoy 30 minutes of free time to wander around buying handmade souvenirs for family and friends. Enjoy the scenic viewpoints along the panoramic highway that takes us over the mountains into the picturesque Urubamba river valley. Upon arrival to the ancient Inca town of Pisac, our guide will explain the unique architecture of this archaeological site and its magical vibes. Take about 45 minutes to explore the site and shop around in the local marketplace. For lunch, we will continue to Urubamba and make our lunch break here for a taste of Peru’s finest traditional cuisine. After our break, the van will take us to Ollantaytambo, another mysterious archaeological site built into the steep mountainside. You will spend 45 minutes there, which will give you plenty of time to climb the steep steps of these ancient Inca ruins and contemplate life as you look out upon the valley. Then walk over to the train station, located a short 10-minutes on foot downhill from the archaeological site, to board the train heading for Aguas Calientes (approx. 2 hours). Upon arrival you will be met by a local guide who will transfer you to your accommodation and give you indications for the following day in Machu Picchu. Wander through the quaint town of Aguas Calientes at your leisure.
Day 5: Cuzco, Peru
Location: Cuzco
Explore Machu Picchu - Return to Cuzco (B)
Take an early bus to Machu Picchu to enter the site as it opens. Your English speaking guide will meet you for a guided visit to the archaeological site (approximately 2 hours). You will then have plenty of free time to explore the hidden corners of this ancient Inca city on your own. You can choose from the optional treks to climb Huayna Picchu (additional cost - to book at least 2 weeks in advance) or walk to the Inti Punku (Sun Gate) for panoramic views of the site. Later, return to Aguas Calientes by bus. Then, take the return train back to Ollantaytambo and bus to Cuzco late in the day at 14:30, 16:12, or 19:00. Upon arrival at Cuzco City Center, you will need to make your own way to your accommodation for the night.
Note: You have the option of taking an early return train or a late return train departing Aguas Calientes at 4:12pm and 7pm, respectively.
Information about the OPTIONAL hike up the steep peak named Huayna Picchu, which is located inside the Machu Picchu archaeological site: This sometimes muddy peak takes about 45 - 60 minutes to hike up and awards you with unforgettable views of Machu Picchu from a coveted perspective. Keep in mind that if you want to take this optional hike, you must now purchase your ticket at least 2 weeks in advance in order to get one of the 400 passes (200 people are allowed up at 7:00am and 200 more at 10:00am). Please send us an email directly to request this extra ticket.
Day 5: Cuzco, Peru
Location: Cuzco
Our Casa Andina Premium Cuzco is strategically located and beautiful hotel just a few blocks from the Main Square (Plaza de Armas), ideal place to initiate visits of the surroundings, cultural walks to the tourist places more known like the Cathedral of Cuzco or the convent Santo Domingo and to discover the charms of the historical center.
It has 93 rooms that are characterized by a personalized service and all the comforts that our guests may need with free extras like: buffet breakfast, free Wifi, restaurant and bar, concierge service, room service, among others.
The hotel staff in the restaurant is highly trained to recommend the best dishes in our restaurant.
Our hotel is the best option to rest before your trip to Machu Picchu.
Day 6: Cuzco, Peru
Location: Cuzco
Day 6: Cuzco, Peru
Location: Cuzco
Our Casa Andina Premium Cuzco is strategically located and beautiful hotel just a few blocks from the Main Square (Plaza de Armas), ideal place to initiate visits of the surroundings, cultural walks to the tourist places more known like the Cathedral of Cuzco or the convent Santo Domingo and to discover the charms of the historical center.
It has 93 rooms that are characterized by a personalized service and all the comforts that our guests may need with free extras like: buffet breakfast, free Wifi, restaurant and bar, concierge service, room service, among others.
The hotel staff in the restaurant is highly trained to recommend the best dishes in our restaurant.
Our hotel is the best option to rest before your trip to Machu Picchu.
Day 7: Cuzco, Peru
Location: Cuzco
Today you will be picked up at your accommodation in Cuzco between 8:30 - 9:00 am (The van will pick up passengers from several different hotels in Cuzco, so your pick-up time may vary. Please be ready and waiting in the lobby). You will then have a half-hour drive to reach Oropesa, a small Andean town known for its homemade bread. Here we will make a stop to pick up some fresh bread for lunch before heading to the rafting starting point, where your exciting adventure will begin. You will get geared up and receive a safety briefing from your professional rafting guide. Head out into the water on the Vilcanota River, one of Peru's most important rivers for whitewater rafting. Surrounded by beautiful landscapes you will enjoy this super fun class III, III+ and IV rapids with new friends! After hours of thrilling adventure on the Vilcanota River, you will reach the camp where you can change into dry clothes and have a tasty lunch. Then, at the same camp, get the chance to go down 2 fun ziplines. You will be dropped off at the city center of Cuzco after this amazing day.
What to bring: a complete set of clothes, a pair of sandals or slippers for the river, sunscreen, a small towel, and bathing clothes to wear under the neoprene suit
Day 7: Cuzco, Peru
Location: Cuzco
Our Casa Andina Premium Cuzco is strategically located and beautiful hotel just a few blocks from the Main Square (Plaza de Armas), ideal place to initiate visits of the surroundings, cultural walks to the tourist places more known like the Cathedral of Cuzco or the convent Santo Domingo and to discover the charms of the historical center.
It has 93 rooms that are characterized by a personalized service and all the comforts that our guests may need with free extras like: buffet breakfast, free Wifi, restaurant and bar, concierge service, room service, among others.
The hotel staff in the restaurant is highly trained to recommend the best dishes in our restaurant.
Our hotel is the best option to rest before your trip to Machu Picchu.
Day 8: Cuzco, Peru
Location: Cuzco
What's Included
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Experiences
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Transport
2 Transfer
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Extras
Handy extras and accessories
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Meals
7 Breakfast(s), 2 Lunch(es),
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Accommodation
See full inclusions for details
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Guides
Some of the activities
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Activities
3 Excursion
What's Not Included
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Entrance to Koricancha (s./15.00)
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Cuzco touristic ticket (s./70.00 - 1 days./130 - 10 days)
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Cathedral entrance fee (s./25.00)
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Lunch
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Tips for guides
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Tips
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Sacred Valley entrance fees
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Optional Machu Picchu mountain hike (Aprox. 48 soles) must be booked at least 1 week in advance
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English-speaking guide
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Accommodation drop-off
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Optional Huayna Picchu trek (Aprox. 48 soles) must be booked at least 2 weeks in advance
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Guide for bus and train transfers (these portions are on your own)
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Meals and drinks
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Other meals/drinks
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Personal expenses
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Other meals or drinks
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Entrance fee to Moray archaeological site (70 soles)
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Entrance fee to Salt mines (10 soles)
Book with Confidence
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Low Deposit
Bamba Travel requires a deposit of 20% to secure a place on this tour, and the final balance is not due till 30 days before departure..
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Free Date Changes
Bamba Travel allows you to make 2 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 60 days before the start of the tour.
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Transfer as credit to Future Tours
Bamba Travel allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform Bamba Travel, 60 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
If you need to cancel your tour, here is a summary of Bamba Travel charges.
Up to 60 days before tour starts: 100% of deposit At 30 days before tour sarts: 50% of tour cost At 15 days before tour sarts: 100% of tour cost -
Secure payments
All payments to TourHub are deposited into an externally regulated Trust account.
Travel, Your Way
Good reasons for travelling privately
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Personalise your trip
Make changes to the itinerary, accommodation, or transport method
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Increased safety during COVID
Spend the majority of time amongst your group to reduce exposure to others
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Travel more exclusively
Your tour guide can focus all their attention on your group
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Travel for a special occasion
Celebrate an important event by only travelling with your friends or family