Cusco, Machu Picchu & Inti Raymi Sun Festival 5D/4N
Inti Raymi Sun Festival Tour Cusco and Machu Picchu 5D/4N
June of each year is the most important month for the people of Cusco since June 24 was chosen by the Incas to carry out the most important festival of the Inca empire, the “Inti Raymi” or Festival of the Sun. Nowadays Cusco continues to stage this ancestral ceremony. Our 5-day Inti Raymi tour is designed for you to enjoy this magnificent staging, in addition to knowing the best tourist attractions of Cusco, the Sacred Valley, and the wonder of Machu Picchu. In your vacations live with us the festivities of Cusco Contact us now!
Places to visit :
- Cusco
- Saqsayhuaman
- Chinchero
- Moray
- Maras Salt Mines
- Ollantaytambo
- Machu Picchu
- Aguas Calientes
- Hyuana Picchu
- Inti Raymi Sun Festival
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Itinerary
- Day 1 – Cusco airport transfer – Cusco city tour
- Hotel night in Cusco (June 22nd)
- Day 2 – Cusco – Sacred Valley of the Inkas – Aguas Calientes town
- Hotel night in Cusco (June 23rd)
- Day 3 – Inti Raymi Sun Festival – Cusco
- Hotel night in Cusco (June 24th)
- Day 4 – Machu Picchu tour – Cusco
- Hotel night in Cusco (June 25th)
- Day 5 – Cusco – airport transfer – return flight to Lima
DAY 1 – CUSCO AIRPORT TRANSFER – CUSCO CITY TOUR (June 22nd)
The 5 day Cusco, Machu Picchu, Sacred Valley and Inti Raymi Sun Festival tour will start with a personal reception at Cusco airport by your guide and driver, who will accompany you in your private transport to your hotel in Cusco.
Once at the hotel you can relax and enjoy an aromatic cup of coca-leaf tea and take lunch (not included) in one of the local restaurants, before beginning the afternoons’ tour of Cusco.
At 1.30pm you will regroup with your tour guide and private transportation to commence the tour of the Inca capital. The 4-hour tour will take you on a journey through Cusco’s most prominent historical sites such as the Temple of the Sun or Qoricancha, which was the religious, geographical, and political center of Cusco during the period of the Incas. The astounding Inca fortress of Sacsayhuamán, whos stonework is so impeccable that it is said ‘will endure as long as the world itself’. And finally Q’enqo, a sacred Incan pilgrimage site, that once served as an astronomical observatory and mummification house.
On the City Tour Cusco, your personal tour guide will also accompany you around the famous San Pedro market and Plaza de Armas before returning you back to your hotel for 6pm.
DAY 2 – CUSCO – CHINCHERO – MORAY – MARAS – URUBAMBA – OLLANTAYTAMBO – AGUAS CALIENTES (June 23rd)
The tour to the sacred valley starts at 7:30am with the pick up from your hotel in Cusco.
After a 1-hour drive through the Sacred Valley of the Incas, you will participate in a short experiential tour with the local community and their resident alpacas in the town of Chinchero. Your guide will then accompany you around the local market and take you on a tour of the Colonial Temple.
The next destination of the day will be the circular, agricultual platforms of Moray. An experimental and research centre of the Incas, due to its ever changing micro-climate and surrounding mountain range. After visiting Moray, you’ll be driven the short distance to the salt mines of Maras. A unique collection of salt wells that have been formed into stepped terraces, fed by a nearby irrigation channel. Here your tour guide will educate you on the traditional ‘mining’ practices of the local people and the historical significance of the salt mines to the region.
The afternoons’ tour will begin surrounded by the natural beauty of Urubamba. The largest town in the sacred valley and our lunch destination for the day. With a multidude of restaurants to choose from, you can treat yourself to anything from local cuisine, to a buffet lunch from only $20 USD (optional extra cost).
After lunch, your transport will take you alongside the Urubamba River, to the picturesque town of Ollantaytambo. Here your guide will accompany you through the bustling local markets and the famous Inca fortress that towers above the town. The strategic position and architectural sophistication of the site, offers visitors some of the most spectactular views of the sacred valley from above. The exquisite stonework and rich history of Ollantaytambo will take you and your guide on an impressive journey through Inca antiquity, before you complete the days’ tour of the sacred valley at Ollantaytambo train station.
The final journey of the day will be aboard the tourist train to Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu town). The 1 hour 45 minute train ride will treat you to breathtaking scenes of snow capped mountains, Inka farming terraces and of course more remarkable Inka ruins. Afterwhich you will once again be greeted by your tour guide, and escorted to your hotel in the town of Aguas Calientes, the home of Macchu Picchu.
DAY 3 – CUSCO – INTI RAYMI SUN FESTIVAL (June 24th)
Day 3 of the tour is the day of the impressive Inti Raymi Sun Festival in Cusco.
At 8am the Inti Raymi tour starts with pick up from your hotel in Cusco. Your private transport will take you to the first of the days three locations, the Qoricancha Palace located on Avenida El Sol. The second location of the day is the main square of the city, Plaza de Armas del Cusco. And the third and final location will be a special scene held in Sacsayhuamán (3 km from Cusco). Here you will also have the chance to be part of this ritual ceremony.
At approximately 5pm, your driver will transport you safely back to your hotel in Cusco.
DAY 4 – CUSCO – OLLANTAYTAMBO – MACHU PICCHU – OLLANTAYTAMBO – CUSCO (June 25th)
Day 4 of the travel to Machu Picchu tour, begins with pick up from your hotel in Cusco at 5.30am.
After a 1-hour 30 minute drive through the Sacred Valley of the Incas, you’ll arrive at the train station in Ollantaytambo ready to board your train at 7.45am. The 1-hour 45 minute journey to Aguas Calientes will treat you to breathtaking scenes of snow capped mountains, Inka farming terraces and of course remarkable Inka ruins. After which you will be greeted by your tour guide, and escorted to the bus station in Machu Picchu town.
After accompanying your guide on the 30 minute bus ride up the mountain, you will arrive at the main gate to Macchu Picchu. Here you will present your passports and entrance tickets and begin your 3-hour guided tour of the Inca citadel.
Throughout the tour, your guide will take you on a journey through the rich history of the Inca sanctuary, leading you along its famous sites to the legendary panoramic viewpoint. From there you will be best poised for the perfect view of Macchu Picchu and the iconic bucket list photos you have been waiting for.
With a camera full of pictures, you will continue on with your guide through the ancient Inca streets to such landmarks as the temple of the sun, the central plaza and the iconic stepped terraces. And before boarding the bus back down the mountain, your guide will also allow you time to explore the mysteries of the sanctuary alone.
Once you have regrouped with your guide and taken the bus back to Aguas Calientes, there will be time to take lunch in one of Machu Picchu towns’ many restaurants (optional extra), before boarding the train back to Ollantaytambo. There you will be greeted by your guide and your private transportation, who will take you on the 2-hour drive back to your hotel in Cusco. Arrival time in Cusco is approximatley 8pm.
DAY 4 – CUSCO – AIRPORT TRANSFER – RETURN FLIGHT TO LIMA (June 26th)
Day 4 will begin with breakfast in your hotel in Cusco.
At the appropriate time you’ll be picked up by your guide and driver, and transferred to Cusco airport in plenty time to board your return flight to Lima.
Included
- Round trip airport transfers to Cusco hotel
- Professional English/Spanish speaking tour guide
- Day 1 : Entrance to Qoricancha, Sacsayhuamán & Q’enqo
- Day 2 : Entrance to Chinchero, Moray, Maras & Ollantaytambo
- Day 3 : VIP Entrance to Inti Raymi Sun Festival : 10-15 ppl group (including bus & lunch)
- Day 4 : Entrance ticket to Machu Picchu
- Private transport around Cusco
- Private transport around Sacred Valley
- Private transport from Ollantaytambo to Cusco
- Round trip train ticket : Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes – Ollantaytambo
- Round trip bus ticket : Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Aguas Calientes
- 4 nights hotel in Cusco (inc. breakfast)
Not Included
- Lunches and dinners
- Optional buffet lunch in Urubamba, Sacred Valley : $ 20 USD (upon client request)
- Optional lunch in Machu Picchu town : $ 27 USD (upon client request)
- Optional entrance to thermal baths in Aguas calientes (S / .10 soles)
- Flight tickets : Lima – Cusco – Lima : $ 230 USD (upon client request)
Recommendations to bring
- Original passport – expiration date no less than 7 months
- Walking shoes or light shoes or tennis shoes
- Canteen water bottle as you should drink plenty of fluid on the tour
- Raincoat or long poncho during the rainy season
- Long sleeve shirts
- Long pants
- Insect repellent
- Sunscreen
- Wide-brimmed hat – UPV is strong at altitude
- Sunglasses
- Medicines and / or personal effects
- A light backpack or briefcase
- Camera or phone camera
- Cash/coins – small denominations – soles & dollars
- Face mask and face shield (if preferred)
- Swimming suit for the thermal baths in Aguas calientes (optional)
Packing List
ESSENTIAL ITEMS:
- Original Passport
- VALID STUDENT ID CARD (if booked as a student)
- Immigration card (delivered on the airport upon entering Peru)
- Good quality backpack (medium sized)
- Water storage bottle or canteen: Camelbak bottles are recommended, but all need to be sufficient to hold 1-2 litres
- Comfortable shoes, preferably light with good soles (waterproof goretex for rainy seasons)
FOR YOUR BAGGAGE:
As flights and trains have luggage limits per person, we recommend bringing only important and necessary items to Cusco.
- 5 breathable t-shirts
- 4 long sleeve shirts
- 3 trousers
- 5 sets of underwear
- 5 pairs of socks
- 3 fleece
- 1 waterproof coat and pants “only for rainy seasons”
- 1 sun hat
- Sandals and swimsuit – for hot springs in Machu Picchu town (optional)
- Small quick-drying towel
- Portable battery charger for phone and cameras
TOILETRIES:
- Sunscreen
- Facial moisturizer
- Insect repellent
- Hand sanitizer
- Wet wipes
- Toothbrush and paste
- Toilet paper
- Personal medication
- First aid kit: band-aids, moleskin, etc.
ITEMS TO TAKE INSIDE MACHU PICCHU:
We recommend taking a backpack into the citadel, however please be aware that bags of more than 25 liters will not be allowed. Larger backpacks will need be stored outside the gates of the citadel.
- Water bottle/canteen
- Sun hat
- Rain clothes
- Camera or phone camera
- Hand sanitizer
- Toilet paper & small plastic bag for waste
- Extra cash for souvenirs, drinks, and tips
Additional Information
VISTADOME TRAIN FIRST CLASS: For an additional payment of $50 USD per person, we can include the round-trip Vistadome train in your tour package.
VISTADOME TRAIN
EXPEDITION TRAIN
HOTEL CATEGORY 4****: For an additional payment of $120 USD per person, you can upgrade your hotel stay in Cusco city and Aguas Calientes town, the hotels can be one of the following options.
CUSCO HOTELS:
* Hotel XIMA.
* Hotel Sonesta.
* Hotel Wyndham Costa Del Sol Cusco.
* Hotel Hilton Garden Inn Cusco.
AGUAS CALIENTES TOWN HOTELS:
* Hotel Tierra Viva Machu Picchu.
* Hotel Taypikala Machu Picchu.
PRIVATE SINGLE ROOM:
* Hotel 3***: For an extra payment of $160 USD, you can get 01 private single room in hotels of category 3***.
* Hotel 4****: For an extra payment of $240 USD, you can get 01 private single room in hotels of category 4****.
DISCOUNTS:
* Peruvian Tourists with their valid DNI, Tourists with a passport from the Andean Community (Colombia, Ecuador and Bolivia), get a discount. «Does not apply to the Inca Trail tour»
* Foreign tourists with a student card, under 25 years old, current expiration date of the same year, get a discount.
For more information write to us by email: machupicchuviajesperu@gmail.com or to WhatsApp +51 995050803
- The hotel reservation is subject to space availability.
- The cost of the tour packages is based on a double or matrimonial room. For an individual room, an additional payment must be made.
- We can also organize a travel itinerary according to your requirements and the places you want to visit. These can be with category 3, * 4 *, and 5 * hotels.
- For more queries and information write to us by email:​machupicchuviajesperu@gmail.com
WHY CHOOSE MACHU PICCHU VIAJES PERU?
- We are a local tour operator based in Cusco with 15 years of experience as a Tour operator 100% Cusquenian Company.
- We have all the Authorizations and licensed by the Peruvian government as proof that we are an official tour operator.
- We have the Best Tour guides (Fluent in English and Spanish): We are so proud of our guides! They are highly professional, licensed and degrees by the Peruvian government and speak fluent English and Spanish. They are very knowledgeable and passionate about Incan heritage and history. Our guides are dedicated to continuous personal and professional development. They do research to ensure that you receive accurately and recognized theories in Incan and Andean cultures.
- Small groups & Personalized and High-quality service (Customized Private Tour), This fact alone sets us apart from other companies that operate departures with bigger groups.
- No hidden prices or Surprises/ We Never Pass you onto another operator as most travel agencies do here. We will depart even if you are a group of 02 persons (Departure of tours is 100% guaranteed).
- We never share services with other companies as most travel agencies do here to Minimize cost
- We are a Sustainable and eco-friendly tour company, Machu Picchu Viajes Peru has always believed that we should “give back” to the communities we pass through on our treks. Therefore, as part of our commitment to responsible tourism, we socially support and employ these communities.
- We are committed to social projects and improving living conditions for the children of Peru.
- Our dream as a locally based company is to create small personalized tours & treks strictly and only operated by local professional staff catering to Personalized and High-quality service.
- We treat our team of porters the best with a HOUSE for them to sleep in and proper equipment, wages, and health insurance for everyone
- Master Chefs The best in the Cusco region
- The food provided on our treks is the best( buffet Style and plenty of food)
- The best Camping Equipment for the Inca Trail and alternative treks (spacious tents 4 season aluminum poles tents, Eating & Cooking tents, Portable table & chairs, comfortable mattresses, and more…)
- Our tourist transports are exclusively for our services, which are completely reliable, comfortable, safe and with all the necessary authorizations.
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Where does the tour start and end?
- All ours tours begins with the pick up to the tourists at the door of their hotels “We pick up to our clients from any hotel located in the city of Cusco”, We recommend to stay close to the historical center of the city of Cusco, it will make it easier to find your hotel.
- All our tours ends at the door of the hotels, it means the tours will finish with transfer to your respective hotel located in Cusco.
How to prevent altitude sickness?
- The altitude sickness or soroche can cause you some discomfort during your visit such as dizziness, fatigue or nausea. Try to avoid alcoholic beverages and fatty foods before the visit.
- To reduce symptoms, try to acclimatize yourself one day before to the altitude of the city of Cusco. We recommend to drink infusions of coca leaf (natural plant used by the Incas) is an excellent option to avoid the actitude sickness.
How is the accommodation?
- For all the tours which include hotels. We offer hotels of 3* and 4* category, it has spacious and comfortable rooms, bathrooms, hot showers and bueffet breakfast. If the tourist like, you can change the accommodation to a better service. You just have to request it via email for an additional cost.
Which season is the best time to visit Cusco and Machu Picchu?
- The dry season months between April to December are the best time to come and visit Cusco. During those days the possibility of rain is very little, so the roads are not swampy and the landscapes can be better to enjoy and takes the best pictures. On the other hand, the months with the most rain are January, February and March.
What are the coldest months in Cusco Peru?
- The coldest season in Cusco are in the months from May to July. During this time the sun is strong in the day, but once it goes down or you spend much time in the shade, it can get very cold. It can go below zero at night, so warm clothes and Jackets are necessary to bring during these months.
How long in advance can I request the tour?
- We recommend to purchase the tours weeks or months in advance, this because the train and Machu Picchu tickets has a limit of spaces, dont wait until the lust minute to book your tour, other ways you will not be able to find spaces.
During the trip to Machu Picchu, where the big luggages will stay?
The train company that operates to Machu Picchu does not allow the traveler to carry a suitcase that weighs more than 7 kilograms. To go up and visit the city of Machu Picchu, it is recommended to carry a light and small backpack for your convenience; the rest of the luggages you can leave them without any problem at the storage of your hotel in Cusco, or you can also leave at our office in Cusco city, we have an storage too.
Very Important in case you want to book the Inca trail to Machu Picchu:
- CLASSIC INCA TRAIL 4 DAYS: If you want to book the Classic Inca Trail 4 days, you must to book early to get your desired date. Depending on the month you prefer to do the hike, you may need to book 6 months or more in advance, the limit of spaces for the inca trail 4 days is 400 people per each day.
- SHORT INCA TRAIL: If you are booking the 1 or 2 day Inca Trail, it is preferred that you also book in advance, however 2 to 4 month in advance would be good, the limit of spaces for the short inca trail is 200 people per each day.
When is the best season to hike the Inca Trail?
- The best time of year to do the inca trail is between May to October, with August and September being the best months of all. The trail is dry and the weather is lovely. During the rainy season between November to April the trail will be wet and can make it more difficult.
What will you live with the Tour Inti Raymi, Cusco and Machu Picchu 5 Days
- We will have the opportunity to observe the festival of the sun from the front row.
- You will have the best shots of the most important celebration in the city of Cusco.
- We will be able to discover the traditions and customs of the Sacred Valley.
- It will be part of an unforgettable experience to one of the 7 wonders of the world of the world.
- You will visit fascinating Inca archaeological sites and the impressive landscape of the Machu Picchu National Park.
Why choose "Machu Picchu Viajes Peru"?
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