Cusco Sacred Valley Machu Picchu Royal (Hiran Binghan) 5 Days

This is the best itinerary and all-inclusive package to enjoy Cusco, Sacred Valley & Machu Picchu at its finest and travel on the exclusive and luxurious Belmond Hiram Bingham train.

Travel through Sacred Valley on the exclusive and luxurious Belmond Hiram Bingham train and enjoy the elegant dining car, the bar car and observatory, where you can take in the scenery in the open air while sipping on a traditional Peruvian cocktail and listening to live local music.  Once aboard, the maître will invite you to a brunch and gourmet lunch. The return trip includes a fine dining experience at dinner. In both cases, you can accompany your meals with beverages (non-premium) and an excellent wine selection.

As you travel on the train you’ll enjoy unmatched and mesmerizing panoramic views, as you pass by the ancient towns of the Incas. You travel through the alpine meadows nestled amongst the green, brown and white peaks, the intricately formed valleys, layers of hand made Inca farming terraces, ridged snowcapped mountains and sub-tropical jungle near the Amazon up to Aguas Calientes.

Begin your connection to the natural world and cultural show at the citadel of Machu Picchu (2,400m/7907ft), catch yourself as you travel back in time to this magical place, sacred and mysterious, with the name of Machu-Picchu, “The Old Sacred Mountain.”  Enjoy your private tour and take your time exploring the magestic Machu Picchu, the Incan ruins  rich in history of its past and the thriving culture of the people who once resided the

• CUSCO ALTITUDE: 3350m/11022 ft
• CLIMATE: Hot and sunny by day and cold by night
• DRY SEASON: April to October
• RAINY SEASON: November to March

DAY 1: CUSCO – EXPLORE THE CITY

We pick you up from the airport and transfer you to your hotel to get settled. In the afternoon, we will pick you up from your hotel at 1pm to begin our visit of the Imperial City. It is a living example of the mix of andean and spanish culture.

Start the tour at the Convent of Santo Domingo built over the Koricancha, which was the Ancient Inca Palace and the main worship center of the Sun God. You are given plenty of time to enjoy these beautiful sights. From there we visit the archaeological site of Sacsayhuaman, with its impressive Inca architecture which dominates the city. Finally, we explore the archaeological sites of Q’enqo, Pucapucara and Tambomachay, which are located to the north-east section of the city.  You’ll return to your hotel in Cusco in the early evening.

• Hotels: Costa del Sol Ramada, Casa Andina Private  Collection 4*

DAY 2: CUSCO – EXPLORE THE SACRED VALLEY

In your second day we pick you up at your hotel at 7am, with our private van and head towards the Sacred Valley of the Incas, taking the direct route to Pisac. We drive for 35 minutes up to the mirador of Taray to have a classic view of the Urubamba valley with crops dressing the mountains like a carpet. Onward, we drive to the archaeological site of Pisac, where you can see the biggest Inca cemetery with more than 2000 tombs. There we can admire the incredible farming terraces carved into the mountain, explore the Inca tunnel and the religious area of this important citadel.

Then we head back to the colourful market of Pisac, spend some time visiting it and then drive to Urumbamba for lunch at the Tunupa Restaurant and on to the Pre-Inca Salt Mines and then to the archeological site of Moray.  After a time to visit the Salt Mines and Moray, we finish our tour in Ollantaytambo.  We explore the archeological site for 1.5hours and admire the water fountains, the Sun Temple, the Incahuatana and the impressive store houses. Finally we will return to Cusco, dropping you at your hotel around 6.30pm.

• Hotels: Costa del Sol Ramada, Casa Andina Private  Collection 4*
• Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

DAY 3: CUSCO – MACHU PICCHU

From the Poroy station at 9:05am, we will embark in one of the most spectacular rides on board the exclusive Hiram Bingham deluxe train. The experience on board is purely first class. The train’s incredible classic style compliments perfectly with the dining room arrangement, making it easy to taste the delightful dishes carefully prepared for us by experienced chefs.  The landscapes are breathtaking and while we follow the Urubamba River course getting closer and closer to the canyon. We’ll arrive at Aguas Calientes at 12:24pm.

Once your arrive you’ll be transferred to your hotel and have the day free to explore Aguas Calientes, shop or relax in the hot springs.

• Hotel:
• Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

DAY 4: MACHU PICCHU – CUSCO

So excited we leave our hotel after a very early breakfast to take the bus for the journey up to Machu Picchu ruins. The Lost City of the Incas will astonish us with its terraces, ceremonial shrines, steps, solar clock or Intihuatana, all this amid a special atmosphere. Once inside the citadel, we will be provided with a guided 2 hour tour with plenty of free time for further exploring, taking photos and the option to climb Huayna Picchu, Machu Picchu Mountain, or hike to the Sun Gate.

Then back to Aguas Calientes as we end out time at Machu Picchu, take a leisurely lunch in Aguas Calientes. At 5:50pm we will return to Cusco enjoying a Gourmet dinner on board with a private van connection to Cusco from the Poroy Station, arriving at your hotel in the evening around 9:45PM.

• Hotels: Costa del Sol Ramada, Casa Andina Private  Collection 4*
• Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

DAY 5: DEPARTURE & AIRPORT TRANSFER

Our Luxury Tour to Machu Picchu ends here. Airport drop-off is included and it can be done at any time.

• Meals: Breakfast

What is included?

• Professional English Speaking Guides
• Pickup and drop off at the airport
• All transfers
• City Tour & Sacred Valley
• Entrance tickets to all the archeological sites & other exhibits
• Entrance to Machu Picchu
• Roundtrip bus ticket to Machu Picchu and back from Aguas Calientes
• Roundtrip Belmond Hiram Bingham train tickets
• Ground transport by train, van and bus
• Guided tour of Machu Picchu
• Meals as described in the itinerary
• Hotels all 4****

What is not Included?

• Airfare and other transportation fees between your home and departure city
• All personal expenses, additional hotel services, and meals not mentioned in itinerary
• Optional tours and activities (prices and availability subject to change)
• Upgraded hotels to 5***** upon request
• Huayna Picchu Mountain climb entrance US$35
• Machu Picchu Mountain climb entrance US$30
• Tips for your guide.

WHAT YOU SHOULD BRING?

• A small daypack with water to drink
• Snacks if you like
• Comfortable shoes or runners
• Camera and rain jacket or poncho
• A fleece or jacket, basic toiletries
• Hat for the sun , sunscreen, insect repellent.
• Passport  (Cannot enter Train or Machu Picchu without passport)
• ISIC card if appropriate.
• Money for souvenirs

EXTRAS

• Huayna Picchu Mountain: US$75 per person
• Machu Picchu Mountain: US$70 per person
• Walking Poles: US$7 for pair and whole trek.
• Extra Porter: US$60 for the trek
• Upgrade Hotel in Aguas Calientes:  US$40 to 3*** (Can upgrade to 4 or 5 star also)
• Upgrade Hotel in Ollantaytambo:  US$55 to 3*** (Can upgrade to 4 or 5 star also)
• Upgrade to Vista Dome: US$57 per person
• Single Supplement – US$30  2* for single travelers

Price: USD $2000 per person with hotels

***Private service is available for $100 more per person.

***All entrance fees are included and we operate our tours in small groups averaging 5 persons with a maximum of 8!

DISCOUNTS

• Students with ISIC CARD: US$25. Please send us a copy of your ISIC at the time of booking.
• Under 18 years old: US$30 Please send us a copy of your passport at the time of booking.
• Under 11 years old: US$40  Please send us a copy of your passport at the time of booking.