Description
This experience is designed for cruise travelers arriving at the San Martin port in Paracas, entailing a shore excursion to Machu Picchu that provides them with the best guidance and a fulfilling experience within a limited timeframe, ensuring a visit to the ancient Inca citadel of Machu Picchu. You will be able to enjoy the traditional artisanal crafts of the Andes, its culture and cuisine, all meanwhile passing through some of the most breathaking landscapes and scenery!
Itinerary
After your cruise in and around Paracas, the shore excursion to Machu Picchu begins with a transfer to Lima Airport for your flight to Cusco. Once you arrive, head towards the Sacred Valley of the Incas, starting with a visit to Pisac. Explore the vibrant local market, where you’ll find unique crafts and souvenirs, and take some time to wander through the fascinating archaeological remains.
Next, we’ll travel to Urubamba for a delicious buffet lunch. Following lunch, continue on to Ollantaytambo, where you can explore both the charming town and its impressive archaeological site.
Finally, board the train to Aguas Calientes. Here, you can unwind after your journey, enjoy a scheduled dinner, and get information about the exciting plans for the next day.
After breakfast, we’ll take the bus up to the Machu Picchu citadel, where your guide will greet you for a 2-hour tour. Following the tour, you’ll have some free time to explore on your own or, if you’ve booked in advance, you can hike Huayna Picchu or Old Mountain (availability permitting). Once you’re done exploring, enjoy a leisurely lunch before catching your train from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo. On the return trip to Cusco, we’ll make stops at Maras, Moray, Salineras, and Chinchero before reaching Cusco. Finish your day with dinner and a well-deserved rest.
Note: If you wish to climb Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain, there is an additional cost of USD 70.00 per person.
Based on your cruise departure, weāll take you to Cusco airport for your flight to Lima, and then transfer you to the Port of Callao.
Included / Excluded
- Private Transfer from San Martin Port to Lima Airport.
- Experience personalized assistance
- 02 nights hotel accommodation
- Enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner as per the itinerary
- Professional bilingual guide
- Round-trip Vistadome train Ollantaytambo ā Aguas Calientes
- All entrance tickets to mentioned program destinations
- Round-trip bus to Machu Picchu
- Personal Expenses
- Water, snacks
Complementaries
- Comfortable sneakers
- Cash
- Hat or cap
- Long and short-sleeved shirts
- Long and short pants
- Raincoat, thick sweater, plastic bags
- Optional plastic raincoat (poncho)
- Camera and cellphone chargers
- Sunscreen and insect repellent
- Medical or personal items