Lima to Cusco (Superior) - 7 days

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Small Group Tour
Take in the highlights of Peru on this small group tour travelling from Lima to Cusco. Discover the 'City of Kings' on a sightseeing tour, and choose to explore Cusco independently or on an optional guided tour. Spend a day visiting the important archaeological sites and local villages of the Sacred Valley and take the train to see the legendary Inca citadel ...
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Overview

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

Highlights

    • Lima - Take a guided sightseeing tour of the 'City of Kings', including the Plaza de Armas, Larco Museum and Miraflores
    • Cusco - Uncover the highlights of this ancient Inca capital independently, or join an optional sightseeing tour
    • Sacred Valley - Discover the archaeological site of Moray, see the Maras salt mines and meet indigenous Misminay people
    • Machu Picchu – Take a scenic train ride to explore the spectacular Inca citadel, which is one of the New 7 Wonders of the World

What's this trip about?

    Take in the highlights of Peru on this small group tour travelling from Lima to Cusco. Discover the 'City of Kings' on a sightseeing tour, and choose to explore Cusco independently or on an optional guided tour. Spend a day visiting the important archaeological sites and local villages of the Sacred Valley and take the train to see the legendary Inca citadel of Machu Picchu. Opt for a guided hike to the Rainbow Mountain and end your tour back in historic Cusco.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 16 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityLima
End CityCusco

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Nature & Wildlife

Destinations

Attractions

  • Cusco
  • Lima
  • Ollantaytambo
  • Sacred Valley

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 16

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 16

Trip includes

    • 6 breakfasts & 2 lunches
    • 6 nights 4-5 star hotels
    • Airport arrival transfer on day 1 and airport departure transfer on day 7
    • Services of expert bi-lingual (English & Spanish speaking) local guides for sightseeing
    • Transportation in modern, air-conditioned vehicles
    • Return train tickets to Machu Picchu
    • Guided sightseeing in Lima, the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu (Please note that for some included sightseeing on this tour, you may join travellers from outside the group and the group size may exceed 16 passengers)
    • Note: This tour is operated by a trusted local partner and you will join travellers who booked through different operators, not solely On The Go Tours

Itinerary

Travel Map

Day : 1 Lima

Welcome to the Peruvian capital. On arrival, you will be collected and transferred to our hotel. Once you're settled in, you can spend the rest of today unwinding in the hotel, or head out to explore the city. Tour Style: This tour is made up of a selection of excu...

Day : 2 Lima

Today we explore Lima, the 'City of Kings'. Our half day tour of the capital city begins in the pretty district of Miraflores, before we head to the equally lovely San Isidro, stopping for a quick look at a 'huaca', a sacred pre-Inca archaeological site. Making our wa...

Day : 3 Cusco

Lima - Cusco. After breakfast at the hotel and check out, transfer to the airport for your domestic flight to Cusco. Note that this flight is not included in the cost of your tour. We can assist with booking this flight. See the Trip Notes for suggested flight informa...

Day : 4 Sacred Valley

Cusco - Sacred Valley. Today is dedicated to exploring three jewels of the Sacred Valley of the Incas: Maras, Moray and Misminay. Leaving Cusco, we head to the Maras salt mines, where the world's finest salt is extracted and exported around the world. We then visit th...

Day : 5 Ollantaytambo

Sacred Valley - Machu Picchu - Cusco. This morning we transfer to Ollantaytambo station and board the train to Aguas Calientes, admiring the spectacular scenery en route. After a short bus ride from Aguas Calientes, we find ourselves at one of the Seven Wonders of the...

Day : 6 Cusco

Today is at leisure for you to relax at the hotel or further explore Cusco. Alternatively, you can join an optional tour to the Vinicunca Rainbow Mountain. If you join the tour, we depart Cusco early, crossing the South Valley towards Cusipata and then Phulawasipat...

Day : 7 Cusco

Our tour comes to an end today. There is an included transfer to the airport for your onwards flight. Safe travels!

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Dates & Availability

Price From $865
Price per day$124
Last Updated: 3/26/2025
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Finish Date
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05 Apr 2025
11 Apr 2025
$1,125
03 May 2025
09 May 2025
$1,125
24 May 2025
30 May 2025
$1,125
07 Jun 2025
13 Jun 2025
$1,125
28 Jun 2025
04 Jul 2025
$1,125
12 Jul 2025
18 Jul 2025
$1,125
02 Aug 2025
08 Aug 2025
$1,125
30 Aug 2025
05 Sep 2025
$1,125
04 Oct 2025
10 Oct 2025
$1,125
08 Nov 2025
14 Nov 2025
$1,125

All dates are guaranteed to operate when there are 2 persons booked on the tour. 'Twin/Double' prices are per person when there are 2 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Single' prices are applicable to solo travellers and anyone wanting the privacy of their own room. Please note: Internal flights are not included in the cost of this tour. We can book these for you on request.

Check Current Availability, prices, specials with On The Go Tours.

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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Logistics

What's excluded

    • International flights and visa
    • Tipping - an entirely personal gesture
    • Domestic flight Lima - Cusco (Suggested flight time 9-10am, we can assist with booking this flight)
    • Optional excursions
    • Entrance fees - unless specified in the Inclusions

Accommodation

4-5 star hotels
Travel Insurance
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Age Requirements
No age restrictions
minimum age 5 years
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