Iconic Peru Tour - 6 Day Peru Tour to Machu Picchu

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The Peru Iconic Peru Tour offers the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu which needs to be experienced to be believed. The sheer size and extent of the Inca culture is breathtaking and inspiring. Their constructions are immense and impressive. At such a high altitude, it is essential we acclimatize so that we can fully appreciate this amazing country and civilization.
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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • If you only have 6 days to spare but want to see the main historical and archeological sites around Cusco, Maras, and Moray, experience a short Inca trail, and culminate with the Machu Picchu wonder, you can always go for the Iconic Peru Tour 6 Days, which always lives up to tourists' expectations and more.

What's this trip about?

    The Peru Iconic Peru Tour offers the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu which needs to be experienced to be believed. The sheer size and extent of the Inca culture is breathtaking and inspiring. Their constructions are immense and impressive. At such a high altitude, it is essential we acclimatize so that we can fully appreciate this amazing country and civilization.

Details

Itinerary focusActive and Outdoor Sports
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 16 people
Age range6 to 75 years
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityCusco
End CityCusco

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Hiking & Walking
  • Train & Rail Journeys
  • Photography
  • High Adventure
  • Trekking & Expeditions

Destinations

Activities

  • Adventure & Adrenaline
  • Culture
  • Guided Group
  • Hiking
  • Historic Sightseeing
  • History
  • Nature
  • Photography
  • Ruins & Archaeology
  • Trains & Rail
  • Trekking

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 2

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 16

Trip includes

    • Professional English-speaking guide. Additional guide for groups over 8 people
    • Pre-trek briefing
    • Transport from airport to Cusco hotel
    • Transport to the airport or bus station at the end of the tour
    • Admission fees to all the archeological sites in the Cusco and Sacred Valley tours.
    • Transportation from your hotel to Ollantaytambo
    • Train from Ollantaytambo to KM 104
    • Bus ticket from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes on day 1. Round trip bus ticket from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu on day 2.
    • Expedition train from Aguas Calientes to either Ollantaytambo or to Poroy.
    • Transport by private car from Ollantaytambo or Poroy train station to Cusco.
    • Admission Ticket to the Inca Trail and Machu Picchu Archaeological site.
    • 1 box lunch on the Short Inca Trail
    • 1 dinner in Aguas Calientes
    • 5 breakfast at all hotels
    • 3 nights accommodation in a nice and comfortable hotel in Cusco city (double occupancy)
    • 1-night accommodation in a nice and comfortable hotel in Ollantaytambo (double occupancy)
    • 1-night accommodation in a nice and comfortable hotel in Cusco Aguas Calientes (double occupancy)
    • Private guided walking tour of Machu Picchu
    • First-aid kit including emergency oxygen tank for all tours

Itinerary

Day 1: Welcome to Cusco

Welcome to Cusco – touch down, collect your luggage, and meet our Action Peru Treks representative, then drive through the colorful South American streets to your Cusco hotel.

Step out into the Cusco streets and explore on your own. You do not want to cram too ...

Day 2: Cusco acclimatization and Cusco archeological Tour

Today you stretch your legs with a delightful walk in the hills above Cusco. First, we visit the impressive site of Sacsayhuaman. Huge stone ramparts surround a beautiful grass Amphitheatre. Once the scene of fierce battles, it now hosts the recreation of traditional ...

Day 3: Cusco – Chinchero – Moray – Salt Mines and Ollantaytambo

Leaving Cusco behind you start your journey to Machu Picchu.

Explore the beautiful Peruvian Andes with a full-day tour of the magical Sacred Valley. First, you will visit the town of Chinchero (3,762 m, 12,342 ft) is a site that presents exceptional expressions...

Day 4: Ollantaytambo – Short Inca Trail – Machu Picchu – Aguas Calientes

Your 2-day, 1-night Short Inca Trail starts taking the train from Ollantaytambo to KM 104, where the Inca Trail starts.

The valley turns into a canyon and the scenery begins to alter as the cloud forests appear on our approach to the city of Machu Picchu. We wi...

Day 5: Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu tour and return to Cusco

Today as it gets light, we will catch an early bus up to the magnificent city of Machu Picchu, to enjoy the city at a quieter time of day when there are fewer people. It is a 25-minute bus ride to Machu Picchu (2,430 m/7,972 ft). Our expert tour guide will lead us on ...

Day 6: Departure from Cusco

After breakfast at your hotel, one of our representatives will meet you at your hotel and take you to the airport for your journey home or on to your next destination.

Meals: Breakfast

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Dates & Availability

Price From $1,080
Price per day$180
Last Updated: 4/9/2024

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Sara

Sep 2023

The 4 day inca trail trek is an experience of a lifetime.

The 4 day inca trail trek is an experience of a lifetime. We were lucky with the weather - cold in the early morning starts, but luckily no rain or snow. Certianly n...

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Maciej

Sep 2023

Action Peru is a relatively new company on the market but they are working hard to make it to the top of travel agencies in Cusco.

Action Peru is a relatively new company on the market but they are working hard to make it to the top of travel agencies in Cusco. We’ve just completed a 4d/3n Inca ...

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Lori

Sep 2023

Macchu Picchu It's a dream come true, this agency helped me with everything.Thank you Roni.

Macchu Picchu It's a dream come true, this agency helped me with everything.Thank you Roni.

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • Flights
    • Airport taxes
    • Huayna Picchu Mountain permit (this ticket can be purchased for an extra USD $75 per person)
    • Hiking poles for the Short Inca Trail
    • Meals (unless they are specified in the tour itinerary)
    • Tip for your guide
    • Travel Insurance

Accommodation

Guides
Guides have a minimum of five years experience. They have worked in every facet of the business, beginning with customer service and bookings. The porter role is next for a period of time, including a few “chef” shifts!  At Action Peru Treks, it's vital to understand how we all work together to complete tasks at hand. We can easily transition between roles if necessary, enabling our customers to have a seamless adventure.
Travel Insurance
We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance alongside your travel package to safeguard against unforeseen circumstances such as medical expenses, trip cancellations, and other contingencies. It offers you peace of mind and ensures you are prepared for unexpected events that may occur before or during your journey
Visa requirements
Visa requirements vary depending on your country of origin and your country of destination. It is your responsibility to familiarize yourself with the relevant requirements. For a handy tool that can help you quickly find the requirements, please visit this link .
Meals Included

Breakfast, Box Lunch and Dinner

Age Requirements
6 to 75 years
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