06 Day Machu Picchu and Cusco “The Puma City”
06 Day Machu Picchu and Cusco “The Puma City”
6 Days Starting and ending in Cusco, Peru
Visiting: Museo Inka, Qorikancha, Saqsaywaman, Tambomachay Archaeological Complex, Temple of the Moon, Ollantaytambo, Aguas Calientes, Inca City of Machu Picchu, Ollantaytambo Sanctuary, Moray, Salineras de Maras, Centro Arqueológico de Chinchero, San Pedro Central Market, Cuzco Main Square, Twelve Angled Stone, Templo del San Blas
Tour operator:
Tour code:
TMT005
Specialist Group:
18-30 Somethings
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 12
Physical rating:
Low
Age range:
8-60
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
English , SpanishTrip Styles:
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Tour Overview
06 Day Machu Pichu and Cusco the Puma City is an opportunity to discover and explore the rich culture and history of the Inca Empire and its legacy like the famous Sun Temple of Qosqo. During the tours in Cusco, enjoy with one of the places to visit is Sacsayhuaman which is considered in humanity’s history one of the greatest constructions on the face of the Earth. Discover the secrets of Machu Picchu and Cusco, our 06-day the Puma City Tour will take you to the most iconic sites of the Inca civilization and the diversity of the Sacred Valley, including Ollantaytambo, Maras, Moray, and Chinchero.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrival In Cusco – Inca Museum And Koricancha
Location: Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport, Museo Inka, Qorikancha
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Lodging: Ayni Cusco Hotel or similar***
Meals Included: No Meals
A shuttle from the airport to the hotel. The rest of the morning will be reserved for resting to adapt to the altitude, approximately 3400 meters (11,000 feet). In the afternoon, we will visit the Inka Museum, home of thousands of years of Andean culture. Here we will become more familiar with the origins and beginnings of Andean civilizations.
We will move onto the temple of Qoricancha, the famous Sun Temple of Qosqo, which was and remained the pinnacle of organization, architecture, and religion of Inka civilization. During, its construction, they had already achieved the most significant advances of their time, and this temple may have been the exact representation of the center, or “Navel of the World” and therefore the center of the world, as dictated by the pre-hispanic Andean cosmovision.
Day 2 : Saqsayhuaman – Tambomachay And Temple Of The Moon – Transfer To Aguas Calientes
Location: Saqsaywaman, Tambomachay Archaeological Complex, Temple of the Moon, Ollantaytambo, Aguas Calientes
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Lodging: Golden Sunrise Machu Picchu Hotel *** or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
We will begin our day with the journey to Saqsayhuaman. This Inka architecture, with its magnificent qualities and colossal stones, is considered in humanity’s history, one of the most exceptional constructions on the face of the Earth. So, from here, we will continue to the Temple of the Moon, a place for spiritual connection and encounter with the feminine energy of the Moon Goddess.
Places that are visited:
Sacsayhuaman.
Tambomachay.
Temple of the moon.
We will travel by car to the town of Ollantaytambo to the train station for our transfer to the town of Machu Picchu (Aguas Calientes). Also, you will have the option to visit and enjoy the hot springs.
Day 3 : Machu Picchu
Location: Inca City of Machu Picchu
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Lodging: Golden Sunrise Machu Picchu Hotel *** or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today we will rise very early for breakfast and ascend to the citadel Inka of Machu Picchu to appreciate the sunrise in this magical place. Above all, a famous masterpiece of architecture and engineering believed to have been a sanctuary and energetic center. Nowadays, Machu Picchu is recognized by UNESCO as one of the seven wonders of the world and a World Heritage site.
OPTIONAL:
The trek to the peak of Huayna Picchu, a rigorous climb on steep trails with impressive ruins and spectacular views, a round-trip of 2 hours.
The trek to Machu Picchu Mountain has the most spectacular view, but in turn, it is one of the most overlooked treks in Machu Picchu. Located to the southwest of the citadel of Machu Picchu with a height of 3,050 m (10,007 ft.). Truly, this trek offers unparalleled views of the famous Inca sanctuary and also panoramic views of the surrounding mountainous landscape. Difficulty: Moderate to challenging.
Day 4 : Ollantaytambo – Moray-Salt Mines
Location: Ollantaytambo Sanctuary, Moray, Salineras de Maras
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Lodging: Ayni Cusco Hotel or similar***
Meals Included: Breakfast
In the morning we will return to “living” Inka town of Ollantaytambo by train and continue to visit the Inka town of Ollantaytambo. During, the morning visit the “living” Inka town of Ollantaytambo before continuing into Moray, an ancient construction designed for agricultural investigations and studies of different crops in a range of altitudes.
Here the many concentric “rings” of terraces produce a fine gradient of micro-climates. As a result, the warmth of the lowest central ring slowly dissipates as the rings ascend outward and upward, creating reductions in temperatures until reaching the ground-level norm.
When you are done exploring Moray, you will head to the salt mines of Maras, which is about 2 miles away. This village is known as a former salt-producing center that is thought to date back to pre-Inca times. There are over 3000 salt pools all carved into the mountainside, being filled daily by a little stream of water.
Day 5 : Chinchero (Textile Interpretation Center) – City Walking Tour
Location: Centro Arqueológico de Chinchero, San Pedro Central Market, Cuzco Main Square, Twelve Angled Stone, Templo del San Blas
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Lodging: Ayni Cusco Hotel or similar***
Meals Included: Breakfast
Chinchero, the rainbow village, home of the ruins of the royal palace of the Inka Túpac Inca Yupanqui. A picturesque community located on a high plateau overlooking the many snowcapped peaks of the Cusco region. Then, we can admire the well-preserved Inca walls of the main square as well as the many altars. Also, we’ll visit the beautiful colonial church, unique for its interior artwork and imagery. Moving on, we’ll participate in a brilliant introduction and learning experience of the art of Andean textiles.
After our visit to this area, we will return to Cusco, where we will have free time for lunch. Then, we will start with our City Walking Tour around the most important places of Cusco City, the walking tour will visit the following places:
Plaza de Armas/Main Square, which is home to the main cathedral and colonial houses
Plaza Nazarenas
San Blas neighborhood
The twelve angle stone
San Pedro local market
Day 6 : Free Day – Fly To Lima
Location: Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport
Accommodation Name: Departure from Cusco
Meals Included: Breakfast
Free morning to relax or do any activity. According to your flight details, you will be transferred by our staff to the airport for your departure to Lima.
What's Included
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Accommodation
05 night’s accommodations in 03 stars hotels (based on double occupation)
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Meals
05 breakfasts, 01 lunch, 01 dinner.
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Additional Services
Entrances to Machu Picchu. All transportation. All entrances fee. Voyager (Incarrail) or Expedition (Perurail) train to Machu Picchu. Buses to Machu Picchu (Round trip) Private guided tour in Machu Picchu. Professional English Speaking Tour Guide during the whole trip
What's Not Included
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Insurance
Travel Insurance – you are strongly recommended to take out travel insurance for the duration of your trip.
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Additional Services
Flights (international & local).
Single supplement.
Meals where are not stated.
Huayna Picchu entrance fee.
Mode of Transport
Touristic transportation, train from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes.
Accommodation
Hotels in Cusco.
Check out our Q&As
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Useful Things
Sturdy shoes, a good raincoat, and warm layers for the evening are the only essential items for Machu Pichu and Cusco The Puma City. Bring comfortable and modest clothes for the time in Cusco. There is no need to bring a sleeping bag or any gear as you’ll be staying in lodges throughout the expedition.
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What is the maximum group size?
We need a minimum 2 people and the maximum 12 people.
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Weather
Peru has three main climatic zones: the tropical Amazon jungle to the east, the arid coastal desert to the west, and the Andean mountains and highlands in between. In the Andes, which have altitudes over 3500m. Average daily temperatures are around 10°C (50°F), and overnight temperatures can dip well below freezing. So, travelers flying straight to Cuzco (3250m), or their hight altitude cities, should allow several days to acclimatize since altitude sickness or soroche can be a problem. April to November is the dry season in the mountain and Andean Plateau (altiplano). The wettest months are from December to March. It rains al the time in the hot and humid rainforest, but the driest months there are from April from November.
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How to contact Inkayni Peru Tours?
Inkayni works 24 hours per day, in their different booking forms and free information: by e-mail, by telephone, and by our web page. Inkayni Peru Tours will organize all about your tours to Cusco and Machu Picchu, hotels, transportation, meals, and other items for giving you a fantastic trip. If you want to arrange your package to visit PERU, Inkayni is the only tour operator that provides you with alternatives to do your packages and gives you the best options for your hotels and your kind of transportation.
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Do you know what voltage the sockets have (110 or 220)?
The electrical current is 220V, 60HZ AC, Standard outlets accept round prongs, but many places will have dual-voltage outlets which take flat prongs. Even so, you may need an adapter with a built-in surge protector.
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Airport Information
Airport and airlines located in the port of the city of Callao, Lima’s Aeropuerto Internacional Jorge Chavez 01-517-3100 www.lap.com.pe. Callao is serviced by flights from North, Central, and South America, and two regular direct flights from Europe (Madrid and Amsterdam) check the airport website or call 01-511-6055 for update departure and arrival schedules for domestic and international flights. Cusco has the only other airport with international al service to La Paz, Bolivia.
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What should we pack?
Peru is a diverse country in natural and cultural resources. So, you only need a passport to enter our country and take some precautions that will help you to enjoy the wealth of this beautiful land.
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Do I need a Visa to enter Peru?
With a few exceptions (notably some Asian, African and Communist countries), Visa is not required for travelers entering Peru. Likewise, Tourists are permitted a 30 to a 90-day stay, which is stamped into their passports and onto a tourist card called Tarjeta Andina de Migracion “TAM”(Andean Immigration card). Above all, you must return upon leaving the country. Be careful not to lose your tourist card, or you will have to queue at the immigration office (Oficina de Migraciones), also known as Migraciones to get a replacement card. It is a good idea to carry your passport and TAM in your pocket at all times, especially when traveling in remote areas, for example, it is required by law on the Inca Trail. For security get a photocopy of both documents and keep them in a separate place from the originals.
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What is the time difference between the United States and Peru?
Peru is five hours behind Greenwich Mean Time (GMT). It is the same as Eastern Standard Time (EST) in North America. Daylight Saving Time (DST) is not used in Peru, so add an hour to all of these times between the first Sunday in April and the last Sunday in October.
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What are the standars plugs?
Electrical current is 220V, 60HZ AC, Standard outlets accep round prongs, but many places will have dual-voltage outlets which take flat prongs. Even so, you may need and adapter with a built-in surge protector.
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Phone Calls
Public pay phones operated by Telefonica-Peru (www.telefonica.com.pe) or Claro-Perú (www.claro.com.pe) are available on the street even in small towns. Most pay phones work with phone cards which can be purchased at supermarkets and groceries. Often internet cafes have private phone booths with ¨net-to-phone¨ and ¨net-to-net¨ capabilities (such as skype), where you can talk for pennies or even for free. When calling Peru from abroad, dial the international access code for the country you are in, then Peru¨s country code (51), then the area code without the 0 and finally, the local number. When making international calls from Peru, dial the international access code (00), then the country code of where you are calling to, then the area code and finally the local phone number. In Peru any telephone number beginning with a 9 is a cell-phone number. Numbers beginning with 0800 are often toll-free only when dialed from private phones, not from public pay phones.
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