Peru Itinerary 5 days – Express Tour

Arrival in Lima and Flight to Cusco

Your 5 Days in Peru adventure begins with a warm welcome to Lima. Upon arrival at Jorge Chavez International Airport, our team will greet you and assist you with your connecting domestic flight to Cusco, the historic capital of the Inca Empire.

After a panoramic flight over the Andes, we will land in Cusco, where another member of our team will greet you and transfer you to your hotel in the city center. The rest of the day is free for you to rest and acclimatize to the altitude (3,399 meters / 11,150 feet). We recommend taking a light walk, staying hydrated, and enjoying coca tea, a natural remedy for altitude sickness. If you feel well, you can take a stroll through the city. Otherwise, you can rest for the rest of the day to enjoy your adventure the following day.

Cusco City Tour - Discover the beauty of the heart of the Inca Empire

Start the day with a relaxing breakfast at the hotel. The morning is free to relax or explore the charming streets of Cusco at your own pace. In the early afternoon or midday, our guide will pick you up for an unforgettable Cusco City Tour, the highlight of our 5-day Peru itinerary.

We'll begin by visiting the Plaza de Armas and the Qoricancha, the temple of the sun, once the most sacred temple of the Incas. We'll continue with the Cusco Cathedral, located in the Plaza de Armas. This masterpiece of colonial architecture is packed with treasures. Then, we'll head half an hour outside of Cusco to visit Sacsayhuaman, a massive Inca fortress with stonework and panoramic views of Cusco.

Next, we'll head to Qenqo. A ceremonial site carved into the rock, believed to have been used for rituals. Take advantage of the opportunity to take incredible photos of these sites. Get ready to visit Puca Pucara, the red fortress, formerly used as an Inca military outpost and checkpoint. We'll end with Tambomachay, known as the Inca baths. This site showcases the Incas' advanced hydraulic engineering.

After a half-day filled with wonders and breathtaking ancient sights, we'll return you to your hotel for the evening to rest. Take advantage of this time to reflect on how incredible it was to explore Cusco, or take advantage of the evening to explore some of the city's downtown areas. Prepare for your next day.

Super Sacred Valley Tour - Connection to Aguas Calientes

Day 3 of your Peru Itinerary 5 days is packed with unforgettable landscapes, rich Inca heritage, and local cultural experiences throughout the Sacred Valley, a must-see for those traveling to Machu Picchu.

Your day begins at our meeting point in Plaza Regocijo in Cusco at 7:00 a.m., where we'll meet and head into the stunning Sacred Valley. Enjoy our bus tour, approximately 45 minutes from Cusco. Chinchero offers a perfect combination of Inca ruins, a colonial church, and a live weaving demonstration led by local artisans. Learn about their traditional Andean techniques and natural dyes for an authentic cultural experience. Our 5-day itinerary is packed with unforgettable landscapes, rich Inca heritage, and local cultural experiences throughout the Sacred Valley, a must-see for those traveling to Machu Picchu.

Next, we'll visit Moray, an impressive site of circular terraces believed to have been an Inca agricultural laboratory. Discover how this ancient innovation facilitated crop adaptation to different altitudes; the photos are incredible from this area.

A short drive further on will take us to the impressive Maras Salt Mines, where salt has been extracted since Inca times. Wander through the thousands of white pools and explore the artisanal salt products, perfect as unique souvenirs or for everyday use.

Around 12:30 p.m., we'll stop for a buffet lunch in Urubamba, a quiet village in the valley. Enjoy a variety of Peruvian dishes, including options for all types of travelers. Fresh ingredients and authentic Andean cuisine will surely relish this refueling lunch.

After lunch, you'll visit Ollantaytambo, one of the most impressive Inca sites in the Sacred Valley. We'll explore the Temple of the Sun, the Inca terraces, and the ceremonial fountains. This will also be our departure point for our train from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu Town on a tourist train. Upon arrival, we'll settle into your beautiful hotel, and you'll have free time in the evening to prepare for the best day of the tour.

Explore the Wonder of Machu Picchu

We'll wake up early so you can have breakfast at the hotel and be ready to head to the bus station to take us to the citadel. A short ride will take you to the entrance of Machu Picchu. Enjoy a complete tour of Machu Picchu with a professional local guide who will explain the history, architecture, and sacred purpose of this incredible Inca site. Depending on your ticket, we'll take a tour of one of the Machu Picchu circuits. If you book in advance, a hike to Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain will be the perfect time to do it.

After your visit, return to Aguas Calientes to enjoy lunch and time to explore the town or visit the local artisan market. In the afternoon, we'll board the panoramic train back to Olantaytambo. From there, a private transfer will take you back to your hotel in Cusco, where you'll arrive in the evening. Your incredible tour of Peru is about to conclude.

Return to Lima - End of your adventure

Your unforgettable 5-day vacation package in Peru is coming to an end. After breakfast at your hotel in Cusco, it's time to bid farewell to the Andes and begin your journey home. We'll transfer you to the Cusco airport for your domestic flight to Lima. Our team will coordinate your transfer in advance to ensure a smooth and punctual arrival at the terminal.

a tu llegada a Lima nuestros servicios conlcuyen. Desde aca puedes conectar con tu vuelo internacional oeetender su estadia con unos de nuestros paquetes personalizados a Peru-