This trip is the perfect introduction to the highlights of Cuzco and the Sacred Valley area, explored predominantly on foot. On this short adventure, explore one of South America's most beautiful cities, Cuzco, as well as some of the ruins in the surrounding area, including Tambomachay and Sacsayhuaman. Travel to Ollantaytambo and visit the Pumamarca ruins before trekking through the Sacred Valley. Join the One Day Inca Trail with impressive views of the valley and the Urubamba river, visiting Wiñay Wayna and reaching the Sun Gate and the sight of Machu Picchu. Explore Machu Picchu, one of the architectural and engineering marvels of the ancient world, before returning to Cuzco.

The three-star hotels selected on this Andean adventure feature an excellent blend of quality and comfort, with easy walking access to city and town attractions in Cusco, the Sacred Valley and Aguas Calientes. Below are the hotels typically used on this trip.



Cuzco: MamaSara (nights 1-3 and 6)







Just a few blocks from the historic centre, MamaSara is well located for our adventures in the one-time Inca capital of Cuzco. The design of the rooms pays homage to the city with locally sourced furniture and artwork, while the restaurant serves Peruvian Andean cuisine.



Ollantaytambo: Tunupa Lodge (night 4)







Tunupa Lodge is located in Ollantaytambo, a town in the Sacred Valley of the Incas. It has a bar and restaurant that serves delicious local and international cuisine, plus a variety of drinks. There is also a lovely garden, a great place to relax and reflect on your amazing trek to Machu Picchu.



Aguas Calientes:  Inti Punku Machu Picchu (night 5)







The Inti Punku Machu Picchu hotel is centrally located in Aguas Calientes, a small town alongside the Urubamba River. This comfortable hotel offers clean, contemporary rooms with private baths and hot water, making it a perfect place to relax and take in this unique setting far below the ruins of Machu Picchu.