Peru Inca Empire in 7 Days | Lima & Cusco

Arrival and transfer to hotel

Upon arrival at the Lima International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our staff and transferred to your selected hotel.

The rest of the day is free, ideal to rest from the trip, adapt to the new schedule and start enjoying the atmosphere of the Peruvian capital.

01 Night in Lima

Lodging in Lima. Get ready for the beginning of an unforgettable adventure.

Lima and flight to Cusco

After breakfast at the hotel, we will start a fascinating tour of the city of Lima, exploring its three historical periods: pre-Hispanic, colonial and modern.

Panoramic tour and historical center

We begin with a panoramic view of the Huaca Pucllana, an ancient pre-Inca ceremonial center located in the district of Miraflores.

Then, we will go to the Historic Center of Lima, where we will admire its colonial architecture and outstanding monuments such as:

• ✅ Paseo de la República
• ✅ San Martín Square and Main Square
• ✅ Government Palace and Archbishop’s Palace
• ✅ Lima Cathedral Basilica and City Hall

San Francisco Convent and modern tour

We will visit the San Francisco Convent, famous for its collection of religious art and its subway catacombs. To close the tour, we will visit the most exclusive and traditional residential areas of Lima.

Flight to Cusco and arrival

At the coordinated time, you will be transferred to the airport to take your flight to Cusco. Upon arrival in the capital of the ancient Inca Empire, our team will meet you and take you to your selected hotel.

01 Night in Cusco

Installation at the hotel and rest. Cusco awaits you with history, culture and unique landscapes.

Tour of Cusco and Inca archaeological sites

After breakfast at the hotel, we will start a day dedicated to discovering the Inca heritage of Cusco and its surroundings.

Start of tour – 09:30 a.m.

Pick up from the hotel to start a guided tour of the main historical and archaeological sites of the city.

• ✅ Koricancha Temple: The most sacred precinct of the Inca Empire, famous for its perfectly carved stone walls.
• ✅ Sacsayhuaman: Ceremonial fortress built with huge blocks of stone assembled with precision. It offers spectacular views of the city of Cusco.
• ✅ Qenqo: Inca ceremonial site used for religious rituals and sacrifices.
• ✅ Puca Pucara: Former military post and checkpoint at the entrance of the imperial city.
• ✅ Tambomachay: Archaeological complex known as the “Baths of the Inca”, dedicated to the cult of water.

Return and rest in Cusco

At the end of the tour, return to the hotel to rest and enjoy the night in the imperial city.

01 Night in Cusco

Lodging in Cusco. Get ready to continue exploring the heart of the Inca Empire.

Andean exploration and connection to Aguas Calientes

After breakfast at the hotel, we will start a day full of history, Andean landscapes and Inca architecture.

09:00 hrs – Beginning of the Sacred Valley Tour

• ✅ Taray viewpoint: We will enjoy a panoramic view of the extensive Sacred Valley and its Andean crops.
• ✅ Pisac Archaeological: We will visit its semicircular terraces and its impressive pre-Hispanic cemetery, one of the largest in America.
• ✅ Pisac Goldsmith: We will visit a silversmith workshop to see how jewelry is made using ancient Inca techniques.

Lunch in Urubamba

We will enjoy a buffet lunch in a typical restaurant of the Sacred Valley, with fresh products and local flavors.

Maras, Moray and Ollantaytambo

• ✅ Maras Salt Mines: A group of more than 3,000 salt wells that have been used since pre-Hispanic times.
• ✅ Moray: Inca agricultural laboratory composed of circular platforms used for crop experimentation.
• ✅ Ollantaytambo: We will visit this imposing Inca fortress, with temples, terraces and streets that still preserve their original layout.

Travel by train to Aguas Calientes

From Ollantaytambo station, we will board the train to Aguas Calientes, the base town to visit Machu Picchu.

01 Night in Aguas Calientes

Arrival, transfer to the hotel and rest to prepare for the visit to Machu Picchu the next day.

The Lost City of the Incas

Early in the morning, at 06:30 hrs, we will depart by bus to the entrance of Machu Picchu, one of the seven wonders of the modern world and jewel of the Inca legacy.

Guided exploration and free time

• ✅ Guided tour (2 hours): We will visit the main sectors of the citadel, learning about its history, architecture and spiritual significance.
• ✅ Free time: After the tour, you can explore Machu Picchu on your own or climb Huayna Picchu if you have the optional ticket.

Return to Cusco

In the afternoon, we will return to Aguas Calientes to board the train back to Ollantaytambo. From there, we will continue by tourist transport to the city of Cusco.

01 Night in Cusco

Transfer to the hotel and overnight in the capital of the ancient Inca Empire.

7 Colors Mountain Adventure

Very early in the morning, between 04:30 and 04:45 hrs, we will pick you up from your hotel to begin this exciting excursion to the 7 Colors Mountain, one of the most impressive landscapes in Peru.

On the way to the top

• ✅ Breakfast: We will make a stop in the community of Cusipata to enjoy an energetic breakfast.
• ✅ Beginning of hike: We continue to the village of Chillihuani, from where we will begin a hike of approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes to the summit.
• ✅ At the summit: Once at the top, we will have about 25 minutes to rest, admire the Andean landscape and take unforgettable pictures.
• ✅ Descent: Walk back to the starting point, with an approximate duration of 1 hour.

Lunch and return to Cusco

We will enjoy lunch in Cusipata before returning to Cusco. Estimated arrival around 17:00 hrs.

01 Night in Cusco

Transfer to the hotel and last night in the imperial city.

Farewell to Cusco and flight to Lima

After enjoying breakfast at the hotel, you will have time to get ready and check out at your leisure.

At the appointed time, our team will pick you up to take you to the airport and assist you with your flight back to Lima.

This concludes a journey full of culture, history and unforgettable landscapes that will undoubtedly remain in your heart.

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