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Days 1 - 3

Your first days in Cusco blend Spanish colonial architecture with Inca foundations, preparing you for the Sacred Valley's archaeological treasures at the altitude where the Inca Empire once ruled.

Day one begins in Cusco's Plaza de Armas, built atop the Inca ceremonial center of Huacaypata, where Spanish colonial churches now stand on Inca stone foundations laid in the 15th century. Visit San Pedro Market and sip coca tea, a traditional remedy that indigenous peoples have used for over 3,000 years to combat altitude sickness. Your second day explores Sacsayhuamán, the massive fortress whose precisely cut stones still puzzle engineers today, and Qorikancha, once the Inca Empire's most sacred temple covered in gold sheets until Spanish conquistadors arrived in 1533. Day three takes you into the Sacred Valley to Pisac, where Inca agricultural terraces still function after 500 years, and Ollantaytambo, the fortress town where Inca Manco II successfully resisted Spanish forces in 1537, making it the only Inca settlement still inhabited today.

Days 4 - 7

Days four through seven lead you from Sacred Valley agricultural marvels to the mystical cloud forests surrounding Machu Picchu, culminating in Peru's most iconic archaeological discovery.

Your fourth day features the mysterious circular terraces of Moray, believed by some to be an Inca agricultural laboratory, and the ancient salt ponds of Maras, where families have extracted salt using the same techniques since pre-Columbian times. Day five brings the scenic train journey through cloud forest to Aguas Calientes, named for the hot springs that have soothed travelers long before Hiram Bingham popularized Machu Picchu in 1911.

The sixth day marks your visit to Machu Picchu itself, the "Lost City of the Incas" built around 1450 and abandoned during the Spanish conquest, remaining hidden until Bingham's expedition brought it to worldwide attention. Your seventh day offers a leisurely return to Cusco via train, with evening options to enjoy folklore shows featuring dances that blend Inca traditions with Spanish colonial influences, or pisco tastings celebrating Peru's national brandy.

Days 8 - 12

Your final stretch explores Peru's geological wonders and Lake Titicaca's floating islands, where ancient Uros traditions persist on the world's highest navigable lake.

Day eight brings adventure to Rainbow Mountain or the gentler Palcoyo, where mineral deposits create natural color palettes at elevations exceeding 5,000 meters, formations that took millions of years to create. Your ninth day features the scenic journey to Puno via the altiplano, stopping at Andahuaylillas, known as the "Sistine Chapel of the Americas" for its baroque interior, and Raqchi, site of the largest known Inca construction dedicated to the creator god Viracocha.

Day ten explores Lake Titicaca, sacred to the Inca as the birthplace of their civilization, visiting the Uros floating islands made entirely from totora reeds that have been continuously inhabited for over 500 years, and Taquile Island, where men knit traditional caps and UNESCO recognizes the textile art. The eleventh day allows flexibility for your return journey, while day twelve offers final market explorations and coffee with views over the city that served as the Inca Empire's capital from 1200 to 1533.

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Cusco - Moray - Machu Picchu - Lake Titicaca

Days 1 - 3

Exploring Cusco

Days 4 - 7

Machu Picchu

Days 8 - 12

The Rainbow Mountain

Trip Highlights

Begin in Cusco, where Spanish colonial architecture stands atop Inca foundations, and ancient remedies like coca tea prepare you for altitude and exploration of sites like Sacsayhuamán and Qorikancha.

Venture through the Sacred Valley, discovering agricultural terraces in Pisac, the living fortress of Ollantaytambo, and the mysterious circular platforms of Moray alongside the salt ponds of Maras.

Experience Machu Picchu, journeying by train through cloud forest to explore the legendary Inca citadel built in the 15th century and hidden from the world until the early 20th century.

Explore Peru’s high-altitude wonders, from the rainbow-colored mountains formed by mineral deposits to Andean baroque churches and vast Inca ruins on the scenic route to Puno.

Conclude at Lake Titicaca, visiting the reed-built Uros floating islands and Taquile Island, where pre-Inca traditions and UNESCO-recognized textile arts continue to thrive on the world’s highest navigable lake.

Day 1

Cusco's ancient streets reveal layers of Inca and Spanish civilizations, where massive stone foundations support colonial churches in the former capital of Tawantinsuyu.

Your first day explores Cusco's Plaza de Armas, built over the Inca ceremonial center of Huacaypata, where Spanish colonists constructed the cathedral in 1559 using stones from Inca temples. The afternoon ascends to Sacsayhuamán fortress, where massive limestone blocks weighing up to 200 tons were fitted together without mortar using techniques that allowed Inca structures to survive centuries of earthquakes that destroyed later Spanish buildings.

Days 2 - 4

Days two through four explore the Sacred Valley's Inca legacy, culminating in Machu Picchu - the "Lost City" that remained hidden from Spanish conquistadors for over 400 years.

Day two ventures into the Sacred Valley to Ollantaytambo, the "living Inca town" where descendants still inhabit stone houses built in the 15th century, then continues to Pisac's terraced ruins that demonstrate Inca agricultural engineering designed to maximize crop yields at 3,000-meter altitudes.

Your third day boards the train through cloud forest to Aguas Calientes, gateway to Machu Picchu, the royal estate built around 1450 CE for Inca emperor Pachacuti and abandoned during Spanish conquest, remaining unknown to the outside world until Hiram Bingham's 1911 expedition. Day four returns to explore Maras salt ponds, harvested since Inca times using techniques unchanged for over 500 years, and Moray's circular terraces that served as agricultural laboratories where Incas tested crop varieties at different microclimates.

Days 5 - 6

Your final days delve deeper into Cusco's cultural treasures, from bustling markets to temples that showcase the sophisticated civilization Spanish conquistadors encountered in 1533.

Day five navigates San Pedro Market, where vendors sell coca leaves, quinoa, and textiles much as their ancestors did during Inca times, then visits Qorikancha, the "Temple of the Sun" once covered in gold sheets that Spanish conquistadors melted down, leaving perfectly fitted stone walls that support the Santo Domingo convent. Your sixth day concludes at Cusco Cathedral, built atop Inca Viracocha temple foundations, and the Inca Museum, where artifacts reveal the sophisticated engineering, astronomy, and artistic achievements of the civilization that controlled 12 million people across western South America before European contact.

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Discover Cusco

Day 1

Blended Heritage

Days 2 - 4

The Lost City

Days 5 - 6

Cusco's Cultural Heart

Trip Highlights

Walk Cusco’s Plaza de Armas, where Inca foundations support Spanish cathedrals, then climb to Sacsayhuamán fortress, built with 200-ton stones fitted so precisely they’ve withstood centuries of earthquakes.

Explore the Sacred Valley’s living Inca towns and terraced ruins in Ollantaytambo and Pisac, where ancient engineering sustained high-altitude agriculture.

Ride the train through cloud forest to Machu Picchu, the royal city lost to history until 1911, perched among misty peaks and untouched by Spanish conquest.

Visit Maras’s salt ponds and Moray’s circular terraces, where Incas mastered microclimate farming centuries before modern agricultural science.

Discover Cusco’s spiritual heart at Qorikancha and San Pedro Market, where pre-Columbian traditions persist beneath colonial facades and in every local offering.

Best Luxury Hotels in Peru: Conte's Seasonal Picks for 2025

Sanctuary Lodge

Machu Picchu, Peru

Sanctuary Lodge is a unique retreat located at the entrance to Machu Picchu, offering an extraordinary experience for those looking to explore the ancient Incan city. This luxury hotel provides guests with the rare opportunity to stay just steps from the iconic ruins.

Surrounded by lush gardens and breathtaking mountain views, the hotel’s elegant rooms offer comfort and tranquility. Guests can enjoy Peruvian cuisine at the on-site restaurant and relax with spa treatments. The prime location, paired with personalised service, makes Sanctuary Lodge the perfect base for discovering the rich cultural heritage of Machu Picchu.

A lush outdoor breakfast table set with fruit, pastries, juices, and coffee, framed by greenery and a stunning mountain view.

Cozy hotel room with a bed and a view of mountains through open sliding doors, featuring a sitting area and warm decor.

A person stirs drinks in copper mugs on a wooden table, surrounded by various beverages and a bottle of liquor.

Bright and airy restaurant interior featuring wooden tables, stone walls, and large windows, illuminated by natural light.

Palacio del Inka

Cusco, Peru

Palacio del Inka is a luxurious hotel located in the heart of Cusco, Peru, offering a perfect blend of colonial charm and modern comfort. Housed in a former palace, the hotel’s rich history is reflected in its grand architecture and ornate interiors.

Guests can enjoy spacious rooms adorned with traditional Andean textiles and stunning views of the city and the surrounding mountains. The hotel is ideally located for exploring nearby historical sites like the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu. With exceptional service and a range of dining options, Palacio del Inka offers a memorable Peruvian escape.

A vibrant room with blue walls, large lanterns, and a red and black carpet, featuring an array of decorative pottery on a wooden table.

View from a blue window overlooking a charming courtyard with archways, potted flowers, and evening lighting.

Elegant dining area featuring white tablecloths, candlelit tables, and arches, set against a serene nighttime courtyard.

Elegant hotel room featuring a king bed, ornate wallpaper, plush furniture, and warm lighting, embodying a cozy yet luxurious ambiance.

Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel

Aguas Calientes, Peru

Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel is a serene retreat nestled in the heart of Peru’s Andean cloud forest, just a short distance from the iconic Machu Picchu ruins. This eco-luxury hotel features rustic, yet elegant casitas designed to blend seamlessly with the natural surroundings.

The hotel offers guided excursions, including birdwatching and archaeological tours, and guests can unwind at the on-site spa, enjoying traditional Peruvian wellness treatments. Inkaterra provides an unforgettable experience, combining comfort, culture, and environmental sustainability in the heart of Peru.

A serene garden setting with lush greenery and a charming building, illuminated softly in the background, nestled among mountains.

A wellness attendant in white prepares a tray with beverages in front of a tropical hut, surrounded by lush greenery.

Cozy dining room with a table set for two, a glowing fireplace, candles, and colorful textiles, creating an inviting, warm atmosphere.

Cozy bedroom featuring wooden beams, a colorful blanket, a small dining area, and a view of lush greenery through large windows.