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TailorMade Peru: Machu Picchu Uncovered

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Duration
8 days
Countries
Peru
Activity
moderate

The adventure

Make it truly your own. Start with this TailorMade sample itinerary, then work with our Private Travel team to customize the tour. Trips to Peru are all the more rewarding when you can customize how you'll take in the sights, like the stunning Sacred Valley and, of course, the ancient Incan wonder of Machu Picchu. Whether you choose to spend more time with Indigenous communities in remote villages or wandering around Cusco's bustling food markets, it's your call.

At a glance

Duration
8 days
Route
Lima → Lima
Countries
Peru
Activity level
moderate
Style
Culture & History, Food & Drink
Group size
Ask
Flights
Not included
Solo travellers
Welcome

Where you'll go

TailorMade Peru: Machu Picchu Uncovered image

Day by day

Overlooking a small village in a Peruvian valley with a cloudy sky backdrop.
Your journey through

Peru

Day 1Arrival dayArrivalArrive at any time. Arrival transfer included.
Arrive at any time. Arrival transfer included.
Day 2Fly to Cusco and enjoy a city tour…Lima
A vibrant street parade featuring a brass band in brown jackets marching through a city street.Lima
Fly to Cusco and enjoy a city tour to get acquainted with the city. Enjoy free time in the afternoon to acclimatize to the altitude or explore.
Map showing Lima
Day 3Enjoy a full-day guided tour of the Sacred ValleyVisit the Ccaccaccollo community centre see local weaving and dyeing techniques used to create garments and souvenirs, and learn how the Planeterra weaving co-operative has impacted the community. This includes the purchase of alpacas to provide a steady supply of wool, looms, and sewing machines as well as several training courses on production, sales and small business management. After, stop for lunch at the Parwa Community Restaurant. Learn how the resident-run restaurant was kickstarted by G Adventures and the Multilateral Investment Fund, to become a successful farm-to-table program that boosts the local economy and several spin-off microenterprises. Tour the fascinating hilltop citadel of Pisac, an Incan ruin with plunging gorges, a ceremonial centre, and winding agriculture terracing that's still in use today. Continue on to tour the town and fortress of Ollantaytambo with a local guide. Take a step back in time at this Inca archaeological site.
Visit the Ccaccaccollo community centre see local weaving and dyeing techniques used to create garments and souvenirs, and learn how the Planeterra weaving co-operative has impacted the community. This includes the purchase of alpacas to provide a steady supply of wool, looms, and sewing machines as well as several training courses on production, sales and small business management. After, stop for lunch at the Parwa Community Restaurant. Learn how the resident-run restaurant was kickstarted by G Adventures and the Multilateral Investment Fund, to become a successful farm-to-table program that boosts the local economy and several spin-off microenterprises. Tour the fascinating hilltop citadel of Pisac, an Incan ruin with plunging gorges, a ceremonial centre, and winding agriculture terracing that's still in use today. Continue on to tour the town and fortress of Ollantaytambo with a local guide. Take a step back in time at this Inca archaeological site.
Day 4Journey to Aguas Calientes and opt to visit…Machu Picchu
Stunning aerial view of the historic Machu Picchu in the Andes mountains, showcasing its ancient architecture and lush surroundings.Machu Picchu
Journey to Aguas Calientes and opt to visit the local hot springs and hit the market to wander the handicraft stalls in town as you prepare for an early start the following day to go up to Machu Picchu.
Map showing Machu Picchu
Day 5Enjoy a guided tour of Machu PicchuStart early to catch the sunrise at the top. Take the bus up to the historic spiritual centre of the Incas, the 'Lost City' of Machu Picchu. Tour the ruins with an expert guide then explore on your own. Later, return by train to Ollantaytambo and meet a private vehicle to head back to Cusco.
Explore the ancient stone ruins of Machu Picchu against a lush mountain backdrop.Machu Picchu
Start early to catch the sunrise at the top. Take the bus up to the historic spiritual centre of the Incas, the 'Lost City' of Machu Picchu. Tour the ruins with an expert guide then explore on your own. Later, return by train to Ollantaytambo and meet a private vehicle to head back to Cusco.
Map showing Machu Picchu
Day 6Enjoy a free morning in Cusco before visiting…Please note: for the Cusco Cooking Class you will be picked up from your hotel at approx 12:30 and taken to a local market and restaurant to prepare and enjoy a traditional Peruvian meal. Return back to your hotel around 16:00.
Please note: for the Cusco Cooking Class you will be picked up from your hotel at approx 12:30 and taken to a local market and restaurant to prepare and enjoy a traditional Peruvian meal. Return back to your hotel around 16:00.
Day 7Head to the airport and fly back to Lima
A vibrant street parade featuring a brass band in brown jackets marching through a city street.Lima
Head to the airport and fly back to Lima.
Map showing Lima
Day 8Departure dayDepartureDepart at any time.
Depart at any time.

Discover Peru

A glimpse of the destination you'll explore.

Breathtaking view of snow-capped Andes mountains under blue skies in Cusco, Peru.
Captivating and rugged mountain landscape under bright daylight, showcasing natural beauty.
A breathtaking aerial view of the sunset over mountains and valleys in Cusco, Peru.
Explore the breathtaking Andes mountains in Cusco, Peru with dramatic skies and rugged terrain.
Stunning mountain landscape in Pajchanta, Peru, showcasing rolling hills and clouds.
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