Day 2:  Full Day Tour of Sacred Valley

You will be picked up from your hotel at 8:00AM and drive in private transport along the gorgeous fertile Sacred Valley of the Incas. Take in awesome vistas of the surrounding mountains, villages, and the flowing Urubamba River. We arrive into the colonial town of Pisac and continue to the impressive Inca archaeological site of Pisac (2,972mt / 9,751 ft), with numerous agricultural terraces to visit the Intihuatana (sun temple), a solar clock among a group of temples, ceremonial baths, and the military zone called “Q’Allaqasa”.  Also see the many tombs carved out of cliffs. After a fabulous time we will drive down to the town of Pisac and enjoy the artisan market with many stalls selling many handicrafts. Thereafter, we will drive to Urubamba to eat a delicious lunch. After lunch, we drive to one of the original Inca towns of Ollantaytambo (2792mt/ 9,160ft) built by the Inca Pachacutec. You will be pleased with the quaint town that has water canals running along the homes. Visit the archeological site which has many structures such as the Temple of the Sun, the Royal Hall, the Intihuatana and the Banos de la Princesa (Princess Baths). After a glorious visit transfer to your hotel

Hotel in Sacred Valley
Breakfast and lunch included

Note: time permitting; we can visit the Chicheria (Inca corn drink).

Day 3: Chinchero – Moray Maras – Aguas Calientes

Your guide will collect you from your hotel in the Sacred Valley. Drive to the picturesque town of Chinchero (3780 mt/12400 ft.). Visit the remains of what was the royal hacienda of Tupac Inca Yupanqui, as well as a beautiful colonial temple built on Inca foundations. We will visit a home to see a weaving demonstration of the traditional textile arts using natural dyes. Afterwards, we will continue driving on a flat road through the fertile Sacred Valley formed by the Urubamba River surrounded by spectacular mountains. We will drive on a dirt road up to Moray located in a high plateau at about 3500mt. /11,500 ft.) and just west of the village of Maras located below. These are the most stunning agricultural circles which are in a large bowl depression with many terraces resembling an ancient Greek amphitheater. This archeological site is believed (in theory) to have been used by the Incas as an agricultural experiment center. One of the most notable features is the extensive difference in temperature that exists between the top and the bottom of the structure which can be as much as 15°C.  This vast temperature difference created micro climates, similar to what is achieved in greenhouses in modern times that was possibly used by the Inca to study the effects of different climatic conditions on crops. The plants were supposedly taken to different parts of the valley. Enjoy the energy from the center of the circle and then climb up the small steps on the sides of the terraces. Catch your breath before boarding the transport to drive down to the old colonial town of Maras (3,380mt /11,090ft.). Enjoy the spectacular views as we drive up the dirt narrow road to the Maras Salt Pans. The small salt pans are built on steep terraces along one side of a narrow valley which is nourished by the salt spring waters that surface from a subterranean stream in the mountain. There are about 3000 wells which are left to evaporate and are gathered by hand without any machinery. The first salt pans are believed to have been used by the Incas for trade. Then Spaniards spread the salt pans after the Incas and are now owned by several families. Taste the salty waters and enjoy the serenity and peaceful walk through the ponds. Thereafter, we will enjoy lunch in Urubamba. After lunch we will drive to Ollantaytambo to board our train to Aguas Calientes.

Hotel in Aguas Calientes
Breakfast and lunch included

Day 4: Machu Picchu – Cusco

Your guide will collect you from your hotel in the early morning to take the bus for the 25 minute ride up to the Sanctuary of Machu Picchu, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Listen to your guide as he or she talks about the mysterious archeological site. Visit the extraordinary Temple of the Sun with exceptionally carved stones, Temple of the Three Windows features huge trapezoidal windows, Intihuatana the solar clock which translates to the, Hitching Post of the Sun, Funerary Rock Hut believed to be a place where the Inca nobility were mummified, and the many temples, terraces, and corridors. After a glorious visit with your guide enjoy some time at leisure to further explore the mysterious grounds feeling the positive energy that abounds the area which has withstood time. Later on you will feast on a delicious lunch before taking the bus down to Aguas Calientes with your guide to board the late afternoon Vistadome train back to the Poroy Train Station.  Arrive into the train station and private transfer to your hotel in Cusco.
Hotel in Cusco

Breakfast and lunch included
Departure depending on Train Station and Train Category

Day 05: Fly to Lima.

We will pick you up from your Cusco hotel at the designated time and private transfer to the airport for your flight to Lima or to the bus station

Breakfast included

INCLUDES

• Bilingual guide and trip briefing before departure.
• Transfers and ground transportation in private vehicles. (Group Services in Bus)
• Tours listed on the program and all entrance fees.
• Train and bus tickets for Machu Picchu visit.
• Accommodation: You can choose 2, 3, 4 or Luxury hotels
• All meals on the itinerary. Vegetarian meals on request at no extra cost.
• Entrance fees for the entire trip.
• Basic first-aid kit.

NOT INCLUDED

• Domestic flights. (we can book for you)
• Huayna Picchu entrance
• Any expenses incurred in preparing for the trip, such as, but not limited to, non-refundable airline tickets or travel insurance, nor additional expenses encountered as a result of flight schedule changes, delays, strikes, cancellations, missed connections, acts of God or war.
• Personal items like medicines, sleeping bag, and laundry service, telephone calls, etc.
• Gratuities.

Important: read our Terms & conditions.

WHAT TO BRING

The area where we are going to do our adventure half day tour is in Cusco and its surroundings. Despite of the time of the year, there are always seasonal variations: it can be sunny and still cold or rainy but dry and kind of mild. Tourists must be ready and equipped to enjoy their tour under safe conditions. The following packing list gathers items that you will need for this tour.

Clothing

• Wear clothes in layers: It is hard to guess what the weather will be like, that’s why layering is really helpful. Make sure you are using wickable clothes, cotton ones keep much moisture on them.
• Use short or long-sleeved t-shirts for your first layer.
• Pack lightweight jackets of fleece or microfleece for the second layer.
• Wear a waterproof jacket for the third layer.
• Carry gloves to protect your hands from the cold.
• Wear hiking boots or trekking shoes.
• Use thick socks
• Pack a hat in case is going to be sunny day.

Additional Accessories

• Lip balm.
• Sunglases.
• Sun cream.
• Baby wipes.
• Hand sanitizer.
• Trekking poles.
• Batteries or flashcards for your camera.

Snacks & Drinks

• Energetic bars.
• Dried fruit.
• Bottle of water (1-2 Lt).
• Candies

Beware that there will possibly be no signal for cell phones up in the mountain. Personal identifications are always required.