Cusco Airport Arrival

Upon exiting the terminal and entering the main waiting area, a Concierge will be waiting with a sign displaying the traveler’s name and company logo. The Concierge will handle the luggage, accompany the traveler to a private vehicle in the parking lot, and drive directly to the hotel.

20 min

Hotel Check-In Assistance

The Arrival Concierge will accompany the traveler into the hotel lobby to assist with front desk check-in. Standard check-in begins around 12:00 PM. If the room is not ready upon morning arrival, the hotel will securely store luggage so the traveler can begin exploring. The Concierge will review upcoming activities, travel details, and answer any questions.

720 min

Sacred Valley Departure

At 7:00am, after breakfast at the Cusco hotel, the Machupicchu Latin America expert guide will meet the group in the hotel lobby. The group will then board comfortable transport to start the journey into the Sacred Valley of the Incas.

Animal Rescue Center Visit

At 7:50am, following a short drive, the group will arrive at a local animal rescue center where they can observe native Andean camelids such as alpacas, llamas, and vicuñas.

30 min

Taray Viewpoint Stop

At 8:50am, the journey continues with a descent to the Taray Viewpoint, a location known for panoramic views of the Sacred Valley.

15 min

Pisac Archaeological Park

At 9:30am, explore the Inca citadel located high above the Sacred Valley. The site is known for its cascading agricultural terraces and a ceremonial center that remains well maintained, featuring the Temple of the Sun. It provides panoramic views and demonstrates Inca engineering techniques.

30 min

Pisac Market Visit

At 10:30am, visit the village of Pisac to see its well-known market and buy local handicrafts. At 11:20am, leave for Urubamba town, traveling for one hour along a scenic route to reach lunch.

30 min

Lunch in Urubamba

At 12:20pm, enjoy a buffet lunch in Urubamba. The meal is not included in the tour price.

50 min

Ollantaytambo and Train Departure

At 13:20pm, visit the Inca fortress and religious sanctuary of Ollantaytambo, known for its large stone architecture and agricultural terraces, with historical significance related to Inca resistance. At 15:10pm, proceed to the Ollantaytambo train station to board the train to Aguas Calientes. The train departs at 15:37pm, traveling along the Urubamba River.

40 min

Arrival at Aguas Calientes

At 17:02pm, arrive at the Aguas Calientes train station. A representative will meet the group at the exit gate and escort them to the hotel. After check-in, the remainder of the day is free for personal activities.

12 min

Morning at Aguas Calientes

At 5:30am, breakfast is served at the hotel. At 6:00am, the Machupicchu Latin America expert guide will meet guests in the hotel lobby and accompany them on a five-minute walk to the bus station. At 6:20am, board a 30-minute shuttle bus to the main entrance of Machu Picchu.

60 min

Machu Picchu Tour and Return

At 7:00am, begin a guided tour of Machu Picchu with a professional guide who will provide historical and cultural information. At 10:00am, board the bus back to Aguas Calientes for lunch (not included) and time to explore the town. At 12:20pm, board the train returning to Ollantaytambo; the return train ride lasts 90 minutes.

120 min

Ollantaytambo Train Station

At 14:30, arrive at the train station and meet the representative outside the exit gate holding a sign with the passenger's name and the Machupicchu Latin America logo, then board the transport to Cusco.

Cusco Arrival

At 16:30, after nearly two hours of driving, arrive in Cusco and be dropped off at the hotel.

12 min

Morning Bus Departure

At 5:30, have breakfast at the hotel. At 6:15, meet the Machupicchu Latin America representative in the hotel lobby for a transfer to the bus station, approximately a 25-minute drive. At 7:00, the bus departs for the first stop on the Sun route sightseeing tour.

Andahuaylillas Church

Visit Andahuaylillas, known as the "Sistine Chapel of the Americas," where the modest adobe exterior conceals rich Spanish and Indigenous Andean artwork including gold leaf, frescoes, and valuable paintings. This stop is part of the Andean Baroque Route.

25 min

Raqchi Temple

Explore Raqchi, which contains the Temple of Wiracocha, the largest single-roofed Inca structure. It features 14-meter-high adobe walls, unique cylindrical columns, and a large complex of ancient granaries and administrative buildings.

25 min

Lunch at Sicuani

Stop at a restaurant in Sicuani for a buffet lunch.

40 min

Abra La Raya Pass

Pause briefly at Abra La Raya, the border between Cusco and Puno, to view panoramic scenes of snow-covered Andean peaks and herds of vicuñas and alpacas grazing on the high-altitude plains.

15 min

Pucará Lithic Museum

Explore the Pucará Lithic Museum, which features notable stone sculptures and monoliths from the pre-Inca Pucará culture, such as the Beheader monolith and the Rain Stele.

25 min

Puno Arrival

At 17:30, arrive at the Puno bus station where the Machupicchu Latin America representative will welcome guests, provide transfer to the hotel, assist with check-in, and give a brief orientation about the upcoming visit to the Uros and Taquile Islands. The rest of the day is free.

12 min

Lake Titicaca Departure

Breakfast is served at 6:30am at the hotel. At 7:00am, a Machupicchu Latin America representative will meet guests in the hotel lobby and provide a transfer lasting approximately 10 minutes to the harbor on Lake Titicaca.

Uros Floating Islands

Begin a boat trip on Lake Titicaca, visiting the Uros Floating Islands made entirely of Totora reeds. Learn from the local inhabitants about their lifestyle and interact with the families living on these islands.

60 min

Taquile Island Visit

After visiting the Uros Islands, take a 90-minute boat ride to Taquile Island, where traditional customs continue. Upon arrival, a 20-minute walk through terraced landscapes leads to a family-run restaurant for a traditional lunch accompanied by local dances and music. After lunch, a 25-minute walk returns to the harbor, followed by a two-hour boat trip back to Puno harbor.

120 min

Arrival and Hotel Drop-off in Puno

Upon arrival, transport will be ready to provide a direct drop-off at the hotel, allowing for free time during the rest of the day. Overnight stay is in Puno.

720 min