6-Day Best of Peru: Cusco, Machu Picchu, and Lake Titicaca Tour

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Overview

Experience the absolute best of the Andes on a premium 6-day journey designed for culture, comfort, and flawless logistics. Enjoy personalized, small-group guiding through the cobblestone streets of Cusco, the breathtaking Sacred Valley, and during your bucket-list morning tour of mystical Machu Picchu.

Travel seamlessly across the Altiplano on the legendary “Route of the Sun” sightseeing coach—complete with historic ruins stops and a delicious buffet lunch. At Lake Titicaca, step aboard a fast tourist cruiser to explore the traditional floating reed islands of Uros and Taquile.

Relax in carefully curated comfort accommodations with hot breakfasts included daily. We seamlessly coordinate every logistics detail, giving you the perfect balance of expert local guiding and worry-free travel.

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Activity location

Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport
- Avenida Velasco Astete
- 08006, Cusco, Cuzco, Peru

Meeting/Redemption Point

Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport
- Avenida Velasco Astete
- 08006, Cusco, Cuzco, Peru

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Essential Comfort Package (Economy Train)

6d
English

Handpicked Cozy Boutique Hotel: Clean, highly-rated boutique hotels featuring hot water, private bathrooms, stable Wi-Fi, and fresh breakfast included daily.
Scenic Economy Train Journey: Travel comfortably aboard classic explorer trains featuring comfortable seating, large luggage racks, and beautiful valley vi
Duration: 6 days: A complete 6-day immersive journey covering the absolute best highlights of Cusco, Machu Picchu, and stunning Lake Titicaca.
Daily Breakfast & 2 Lunches: Savor delicious daily breakfasts at your hotels plus two traditional local lunches included on days 4 & 5 of your journey.
Cusco to Lake Titicaca Route: ourney from Cusco through Machu Picchu and the Sacred Valley, down the Route of the Sun, ending at stunning Lake Titicaca.
Train, Coach & Speedboat: Travel comfortably via classic scenic rail cars, spacious high-plains highway buses, and swift modern lake cruisers
Worry-Free Local Support: Our dedicated team handles all logistics, tickets, and check-ins smoothly so you can relax and enjoy the magic of Peru.
Pickup included

Travellers

Languages available

Starting time: 9:00

Price details

RM 3,664.95 x 1 AdultRM 3,664.95

Total

Panoramic Explorer Package (Vistadome Train)

6d
English

Handpicked Comfort Hotels: Relax in beautiful, 3-star hotels chosen for their exceptional comfort, Wi-Fi, hot water, and fresh Buffet breakfast
Vistadome Return Upgrade: Travel there via cozy explorer train, and return in luxury aboard the Vistadome with panoramic glass views and a cultural sho
Duration: 6 days: A complete 6-day immersive journey covering the absolute best highlights of Cusco, Machu Picchu, and stunning Lake Titicaca.
Buffet Breakfasts & 2 Lunches: Savor delicious daily buffet breakfasts at your hotels plus two traditional local lunches included on days 4 & 5.
Cusco to Lake Titicaca Route: Journey from Cusco through Machu Picchu and the Sacred Valley, down the Route of the Sun, ending at stunning Lake Titicaca.
Train, Coach & Speedboat: Travel comfortably via classic scenic rail cars, spacious high-plains highway buses, and swift modern lake cruisers.
Worry-Free Local Support: Our dedicated team handles all logistics, tickets, and check-ins smoothly so you can relax and enjoy the magic of Peru.
Pickup included

Travellers

Languages available

Starting time: 9:00

Price details

RM 4,684.13 x 1 AdultRM 4,684.13

Total

Panoramic Upgrade Package (Vistadome Observatory)

6d
English

Handpicked Comfort Hotels: Relax in beautiful, top-rated 3-star hotels chosen for their exceptional comfort, great Wi-Fi, hot water, and buffet breakfas
Vistadome Observatory Train : Ride the Observatory lounge train to Machu Picchu, and return in luxury aboard the Vistadome with immersive cultural shows!
Duration: 6 days: A complete 6-day immersive journey covering the absolute best highlights of Cusco, Machu Picchu, and stunning Lake Titicaca.
Buffet Breakfasts & 2 Lunches: Savor delicious daily buffet breakfasts at your hotels plus two traditional local lunches included on days 4 & 5.
Cusco to Lake Titicaca Route: Journey from Cusco through Machu Picchu and the Sacred Valley, down the Route of the Sun, ending at stunning Lake Titicaca.
Train, Coach & Speedboat: Travel comfortably via classic scenic rail cars, spacious high-plains highway buses, and swift modern lake cruisers.
Worry-Free Local Support: Our dedicated team handles all logistics, tickets, and check-ins smoothly so you can relax and enjoy the magic of Peru.
Pickup included

Travellers

Languages available

Starting time: 9:00

Price details

RM 4,887.96 x 1 AdultRM 4,887.96

Total

VIP Premium Package (Vistadome Observatory 4-Star)

6d
English

Handpicked 4-Star Hotels: Enjoy upscale comfort at top-rated 4-star properties chosen for their excellent service, great Wi-Fi, and premium amenities.
Vistadome Observatory train: Ride the Observatory lounge train to Machu Picchu, and return in luxury aboard the Vistadome with immersive cultural shows!
Duration: 6 days: A complete 6-day immersive journey covering the absolute best highlights of Cusco, Machu Picchu, and stunning Lake Titicaca.
Buffet Breakfasts & 2 Lunches: Savor delicious daily buffet breakfasts at your hotels plus two traditional local lunches included on Days 4 &5.
Cusco to Lake Titicaca Route: Journey from Cusco through Machu Picchu and the Sacred Valley, down the Route of the Sun, ending at stunning Lake Titicaca.
Train, Coach & Speedboat: Travel comfortably via classic scenic rail cars, spacious high-plains highway buses, and swift modern lake cruisers.
Worry-Free Local Support: Our dedicated team handles all logistics, tickets, and check-ins smoothly so you can relax and enjoy the magic of Peru.
Pickup included

Travellers

Languages available

Starting time: 9:00

Price details

RM 6,518.64 x 1 AdultRM 6,518.64

Total

What's included, what's not

Overland transportation for all transfers during the 6-day program
Round trip bus tickets in Machupicchu: Aguas Calientes – Machupicchu – Aguas Calientes
Lake Titicaca Adventure: Uros and Taquile Islands
5 Nights hotel accomodation with private bathroom (at your selected hotel)
Admission entry tickets to Sun Route, Lake Titicaca + Machupicchu
Sightseeing bus tour to Puno – Sun Route
Round trip train tickets: Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes – Ollantaytambo (at your selected class)
1 Bottle of water (on day 2)
Airport/hotel Pick up and drop off
Professional licensed English-speaking tour guide per itinerary
Machupicchu guided tour by local expert guides
Sacred valley Clasic: Pisac and Ollantaytambo guided tour
International and Domestic flights (Lima - Cusco / Juliaca - Lima)
sacred valley entry ticket
Optional: Huaynapicchu entry ticket (it must be requested at the time of your booking and will be provided if available).
Not mentioned in the inclusion section
Travel insurance (Highly recommended)
Tips / Gratuity

Know before you book

- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Passport name, number, date of birth, gender and country is required at time of booking for all participants
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel. (6+ months expiration dates are valid)
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
- Accommodations In Aguas Calientes: Waman Hotel, Gringo Bill´s, Intipunku & Suites and more
- Accomodations in Cusco: Casa Andina, Munay Wasi Inn, San Agustin International, Midori, Sueños del Inka, Siete Ventanas and more
- Accomodations in Puno: Casa Andina, Intiqa, Balsa Inn, Qelqatani, Hacienda and more.
- Airport pickup and drop off will be provided according your flight information.

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Welcome to Cusco: Smooth Arrival & Rest

2 stops
Meals: Not included
Accommodation: Overnight at your chosen Cusco hotel, handpicked by our team to match your selected package.

Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport

Welcome to Cusco! Once you pick up your bags and step completely outside the terminal doors into the main waiting area, your Concierge will be right there waiting to greet you with a sign showing your name and our company logo. We will take care of your luggage, walk with you to our private vehicle in the parking area, and drive you directly to your hotel.

Cusco

Your Arrival Concierge will walk into the lobby with you to assist at the front desk. Please note that standard hotel check-in begins around 12:00 PM. If your room isn't quite ready upon morning arrival, the hotel will securely store your bags so you can start enjoying the city! We will sit down together to double-check your upcoming activities, review your travel details, and answer any questions.

Day 2: Sacred Valley Classic and train to Aguas Calientes

8 stops
Meals: breakfast
Accommodation: Overnight at 3-star hotels: Tara Machupicchu Ferre Machupicchu Retama Machupicchu Ferre Boulevard

Cusco (Pass by)

7:00am: After breakfast at your Cusco hotel, our Machupicchu Latin America expert guide will greet you in the lobby. From there, we board our comfortable transport to begin a breathtaking journey into the heart of the Sacred Valley of the Incas

Manos De La Comunidad

Animal rescue center (Manos de la comunidad): 7:50am: After a short drive, we will arrive at a local animal rescue center where you can get up close with native Andean camelids, including graceful alpacas, curious llamas, and rare vicuñas

Mirador Taray

Taray viewpoint: 8:50am: Our journey continues as we descend to the Taray Viewpoint, a stunning spot where you can capture the classic and best panoramic photos of the Sacred Valley

Pisac

30m
Admission ticket not included

Pisac Archaeological Park: 9:30am: Explore the impressive Inca citadel perched high above the Sacred Valley. This must-see site is renowned for its magnificent, cascading agricultural terraces and well-preserved ceremonial center, including the Temple of the Sun. It offers breathtaking panoramic views and a fascinating insight into Inca engineering.

Pisac Market

Pisac Market: 10:30am: Then, we will stop at the village of Pisac to visit its famous market and purchase some local handicraft souvenirs. 11:20am: Following this beautiful visit, we will take a scenic one-hour drive to Urubamba town for lunch.

Urubamba

Urubamba (stop for lunch) 12:20pm: Enjoy a delicious buffet lunch (not included)

Archaeological Park Ollantaytambo

40m
Admission ticket not included

Ollantaytambo Archaeological Park: 13:20pm: A stunning Inca fortress, religious sanctuary, and living city located in the Sacred Valley. Renowned for its magnificent, massive stone architecture and extensive agricultural terraces, this site offers dramatic panoramic views and a unique historical insight into Inca resistance against the Spanish conquistadors, making it an essential and captivating stop before continuing your journey to Machupicchu. Ollantaytambo train station: 15:10pm: Finally, we will take you to the train station located in the same town of Ollantaytambo and board the train to Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu Pueblo) Train Journey to Aguas Calientes 15:37pm: This train journey allows you to appreciate the fascinating scenery along the sacred Urubamba River (also known as the Vilcanota River).

Aguas Calientes

Aguas Calientes (Machupicchu pueblo): 17:02pm: Arrive at the train station, meet our representative by the exit gate who will walk you to the hotel. After check-in at the hotel, the balance of the day is all yours to spend at leisure Overnight: Aguas Calientes (Machupicchu pueblo)

Day 3: Machupicchu guided tour by local expert guide - Cusco

4 stops
Meals: breakfast
Accommodation: Overnight at a 3-star hotels: We will provide if available Munay Wasi Inn Yawar Inka Taypikala Cusco

Aguas Calientes

Aguas Calientes hotel: 5:30am: Breakfast at your hotel 6:00am: Meet our Machupicchu Latin America expert guide who will pick you up from your hotel lobby and walk with you to the bus station (about a 5-minute walk). Bus from Aguas Calientes to Machupicchu: 6:20am: Board the 30-minute shuttle bus ride up to the main entrance/gate of Machu Picchu.

Santuario Historico de Machu Picchu

2h
Admission ticket included

Machupicchu guided tour: 7:00am: Finally, this is your time for Machupicchu! Explore this unique and magical place accompanied by our professional and expert guide, who will share all his knowledge about the history, traditions, and more that surround this mysterious and enigmatic Inca citadel of Machupicchu, and allow time to capture the most amazing photos Bus back to Aguas Calientes: 10:00am: After we are done with the visit, board the bus down to Aguas Calientes for lunch (not included) and enjoy some extra time in the town to get some local souvenirs Aguas Calientes Train station: 12:20pm: Board the train back to Ollantaytambo train station; the return train ride takes 90 minutes.

Ollantaytambo (Pass by)

Ollantaytambo Train station: 14:30pm: Arrive at the train station, meet our representative by the exit gate who will be holding a sign with your name and our Machupicchu Latin America logo, and then board our comfortable transport to make our way to Cusco

Cusco

Cusco: 16:30pm: After an almost two-hour drive, we will arrive in Cusco and drop you off at your hotel

Day 4: Sightseeing bus to Puno - Sun Route

7 stops
Meals: breakfast, lunch
Accommodation: Overnight at 3-star hotels: Intiqa Hotel

Cusco (Pass by)

5:30am: Breakfast at your hotel 6:15am: Meet our Machupicchu Latin America representative who will pick you up from your hotel lobby and drop of you you to the bus station (about a 25-minute drive). 7:00am: Bus departure time with destination to our first stop of this amazing Sun route sightseeing bus tour.

San Pedro Apostol de Andahuaylillas

25m
Admission ticket included

Visit Andahuaylillas, home to the "Sistine Chapel of the Americas," where a simple adobe exterior hides an opulent explosion of Spanish and Indigenous Andean art. The interior features magnificent gold leaf, vibrant frescoes, and priceless paintings, making this a vital stop on your journey along the scenic Andean Baroque Route.

Parque Arqueologico De Raqchi

25m
Admission ticket included

Discover Raqchi, home to the colossal Temple of Wiracocha—the largest single-roofed structure the Inca Empire ever built. This unique archaeological gem features towering 14-meter adobe walls, rare cylindrical columns, and a massive complex of ancient granaries (colcas) and administrative centers

Sicuani

Restaurant at Sicuani (stop for lunch) Enjoy a delicious buffet lunch

La Raya Pass

We will stop for a few minutes at Abra La Raya, the spectacular border between Cusco and Puno. Here, you will enjoy amazing, panoramic sights of snow-capped Andean peaks and traditional vicuña and alpaca herds grazing in the high-altitude plains.

Museo Litico Pukara

25m
Admission ticket included

Visit the beautiful Pucará Lithic Museum and step into the cradle of Andean civilization. This amazing museum showcases impressive monoliths and stone sculptures from the pre-Inca Pucará culture, including the famous Rain Stele and Beheader monoliths

Puno

17:30p: Arrive at the Puno bus station where your Machupicchu Latin America representative will greet you warmly. They will provide a comfortable transfer to your hotel, assist with check-in, and offer a brief orientation for our upcoming visit to the Uros and Taquile Islands on Lake Titicaca. The balance of the day is yours to enjoy at leisure

Day 5: Full Day Adventure on Lake Titicaca: Uros Floating Islands & Taquile Island

4 stops
Meals: breakfast, lunch
Accommodation: Overnight at 3-star hotels: Intiqa Hotel

Puno (Pass by)

6:30am: Breakfast at your hotel 7:00am: Meet our Machupicchu Latin America representative who will pick you up from your hotel lobby and drop of you you to the Lake Titicaca harbor (about a 10-minute drive).

Uros Floating Islands

1h
Admission ticket included

Embark on an unforgettable adventure across Lake Titicaca, the highest navigable lake on Earth. Our first stop is the extraordinary Uros Floating Islands. You will step onto islands entirely made of Totora reeds, learn directly from the resilient locals about their unique way of life, and interact with the families who call these floating marvels home

Taquile Island

2h
Admission ticket included

After we complete our visit to the Uros Islands, we embark on a 90-minute sail to Taquile Island, a genuine "land island" where time-honored traditions thrive. This location offers a profound immersion into a lifestyle that has remained largely unchanged for centuries. Upon disembarkation, a picturesque twenty-minute ascent leads us through ancient, terraced landscapes to our host family’s private restaurant. Here, we enjoy an exquisite, traditional lunch while accompanied by the captivating sights and sounds of authentic traditional dances and folk music. After lunch, a scenic 25-minute walk takes us back to the harbor. From there, we embark on our final two-hour sail across Lake Titicaca to Puno harbor.

Puno

Upon arrival, our transport will be waiting to provide a seamless drop-off at your hotel, allowing you to enjoy the remainder of your day at leisure. Overnight: Puno

Day 6: Departure from Puno (Juliaca airport)

1 stop
Meals: breakfast
Accommodation: Not included

Puno (Pass by)

After a final breakfast at your hotel, enjoy a seamless private transfer to Juliaca Airport according to your departure schedule, concluding your journey with ease. Note 1: Juliaca's Inca Manco Capac International Airport (JUL) is located approximately a one-hour drive (45-55 km) from Puno city center. Note 2: Extend Your Stay, Puno offers convenient connections to extend your journey. We can facilitate all necessary arrangements: 1.- La Paz, Bolivia: Connect with daily tourist buses or private transfers to the Bolivian capital. 2.- Arequipa & Colca Canyon: Travel via scenic bus or private transport to Arequipa, the gateway city for tours of the Colca Canyon

Location

Activity location

Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport
- Avenida Velasco Astete
- 08006, Cusco, Cuzco, Peru

Meeting/Redemption Point

Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport
- Avenida Velasco Astete
- 08006, Cusco, Cuzco, Peru

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