Peru: The Soul of Cusco & Machu Picchu by Train

What's Included

• G for Good Moment: Cuyo Chico Visit & Empanada Making Demonstration

  Experience a G for Good Moment with a visit to Cuyo Chico and participate in an empanada making demonstration.

• G for Good Moment: Parwa Community Restaurant

  Enjoy a G for Good Moment at the Parwa Community Restaurant in the Sacred Valley, Lamay.

• Welcome Moment

  Meet your CEO and group during the Welcome Moment.

• Foodie Moment: Traditional Pachamanca Dinner

  Savor a traditional Pachamanca dinner in Yanahuara.

• OMG Day: Hike to Perilnilloq Waterfall or Via Ferrata

  Choose between a hike to Perilnilloq Waterfall or a Via Ferrata experience in Valle Sagrado.

• Complimentary Arrival Transfer

  Enjoy a complimentary arrival transfer.

• Welcome Dinner

  Participate in a welcome dinner.

• Explore Pisaq Ruins

  Explore the ruins of Pisaq in the Sacred Valley with a local guide.

• Visit Maras Salt Pans and Moray Ruins

  Visit the Maras salt pans and the ruins of Moray.

• Guided Tour of Machu Picchu

  Take a guided tour of Machu Picchu.

• Lunch at Machu Picchu Sanctuary Lodge

  Enjoy lunch at Machu Picchu Sanctuary Lodge.

• Farewell Dinner

  Join a farewell dinner.

• All Tips Included

  All tips are included for activities and meals, except for CEO and porterage.

• All Transport Between Destinations

  All transport between destinations and to/from included activities is provided.

What's Not Included

• CEO and Porterage Tips

  Tips for the CEO and porterage are not included.

• Domestic Flight Tax

  All travelers are required to pay the tax on domestic flights in Peru unless exempt as a foreign traveler.

• Yellow Fever Certificate

  A Yellow Fever certificate may be required upon entering the country.

Mode of Transport

Travel through Peru using a combination of public buses, private vans, trains, and walking, ensuring a seamless and scenic journey.

Accommodation

Enjoy comfortable stays in hotels for 8 nights, providing a relaxing retreat after each day's adventures.

Meals Included

8 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 5 dinners

Group Size

Max 16, avg 12

Important Notes

1. MACHU PICCHU REGULATIONS

Current and correct passport details are required at time of confirmation. For more details please see the following page . Please note that regulations have been implemented for all visitors to Machu Picchu which require that different circuits be followed within the site as a way to relieve crowding. The new circuit-based entrance tickets are available on a first come first serve basis. We will do all that is possible to get everyone traveling in a group on the same route, but be aware that it is possible that members of the same group might be visiting Machu Picchu on a different circuit and not be together during this visit. Rest assured that regardless of the circuit you will enjoy the beauty and grandeur of the site. Travellers completing the 4 day, 3 night Inca Trail will be on Circuit 5 upon reaching the site of Machu Picchu.



2. Combo Trip

Please note that this tour combines with other G Adventures tours. As such, the staff and some travel companions on your tour may have previously been traveling together with G Adventures, prior to Day 1 of your tour. Likewise, some staff and travel companions may be continuing together on another G Adventures tour, after your trip concludes.



3. All travellers are required to pay the tax on domestic flights in Peru. Foreign travellers are exempt form this, and proving you are indeed a foreign traveller can be done by providing us with your international ticket number (ITN). Travellers who do not submit international ticket numbers at least 30 days prior to Day 1 of their tour will be required to pay the domestic tax on all included flights.



4. YELLOW FEVER

It may be required to show a Yellow Fever certificate upon entering the country visited. Please check in with your local health expert for advice on Yellow Fever and other inoculations required for this area.



5. WET SEASON

Please be advised during the wet season (Jan - April) if there are periods of severe rain some of the campsites on the Inca Trail may become unusable. In the interest of your safety, there may be changes made locally to the trekking itinerary if the conditions of the campsites are assessed to be unsafe. 



6. ACCOMMODATION NOTE:

Please be aware that properties we stay in with only two stories may not have elevators installed and climbing the stairs with your luggage will be necessary.

Group Leader

This G Adventures group trip is accompanied by one of our group leaders, otherwise known as a Chief Experience Officer (CEO). The aim of the group leader is to take the hassle out of your travels and to help you have the best trip possible. They will provide information on the places you are travelling through, offer suggestions for things to do and see, recommend great local eating venues and introduce you to our local friends. While not being guides in the traditional sense you can expect them to have a broad general knowledge of the countries visited on the trip, including historical, cultural, religious and social aspects.



We also use local guides where we think more specific knowledge will add to the enjoyment of the places we are visiting - we think it's the best of both worlds.

Meals

Eating is a big part of traveling. G Adventures understands the importance of breakfast to start your day, we strive to include a basic breakfast wherever possible. This will typically include toast, coffee and tea, however this may vary depending on the city. Should breakfast not be included, your CEO can suggest some local options.



Travelling with G Adventures you experience the vast array of wonderful food that is available out in the world. Generally meals are not included in the trip price when there is a choice of eating options, to give you the maximum flexibility in deciding where, what and with whom to eat. It also gives you more budgeting flexibility, though generally food is cheap. Our groups tend to eat together to enable you to taste a larger variety of dishes and enjoy each other's company. There is no obligation to do this though. Your CEO will be able to suggest favourite restaurants during your trip.



On truck trips in Africa, aboard the expedition ship Explorer or our Galapagos yachts, while trekking in remote regions etc. food is included, plentiful and made of fresh local ingredients. The above information applies to G Adventures group trips. For Independent trips please check the itinerary for details of meals included. For all trips please refer to the meals included and budget information for included meals and meal budgets.

About Accommodation

Please note that hot water shortages and power outages can be fairly common in Peru (even in upgraded hotels and private homes). We appreciate your patience and understanding that these occurrences are outside of our control.

What to Take

Most people automatically assume that the weather is hot in South America, but because of the higher altitude in the Andes, the temperature can feel quite cold, especially at night.



We recommend using a backpack for your convenience, or a medium-sized suitcase if you prefer. A daypack is also essential for carrying everyday items. Space is limited on transportation, so there is a limit of one main piece of luggage per person. You will be responsible for carrying your own luggage.

Spending Money

Every traveller is different and therefore spending money requirements will vary. Some travellers may drink more than others while other travellers like to purchase more souvenirs than most. Please consider your own spending habits when it comes to allowing for drinks, shopping and tipping. Please also remember the following specific recommendations when planning your trip.

Solo Travellers

We believe solo travellers should not have to pay more to travel so our group trips are designed for shared accommodation and do not involve a single supplement. Single travellers joining group trips are paired in twin or multi-share accommodation with someone of the same sex for the duration of the trip. Some of our Independent trips are designed differently and solo travellers on these itineraries must pay the single trip price.

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