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Discover Inca marvels hidden in the lush Sacred Valley
The true purpose behind Machu Picchu may always remain unsolved since the Inca had no written language and no historical records of the complex exist. Discover the theories and tales behind this incredible citadel on a five-day Peregrine Independent Experience in Peru. Not only will you enjoy a guided visit to Machu Picchu, you will also have time to explore charming Cusco and the lush Sacred Valley that surrounds. With all of the hassle of transfers and accommodation taken care of, your worries will stay focused on solving the mysteries of the fallen Inca Empire.
- Start
- Cusco, Peru
- Finish
- Cusco, Peru
- Destination
- Peru
- Style
- Independent Experiences
- Theme
- Independent Experiences
- Code
- PSMPX
- Physical rating
- Trip rating
- 1 review
- Ages
- Min 15
- Group size
- Min 1, Max 4
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Why you'll love this trip
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Explore the beautiful Spanish colonial architecture of Cusco and the hive of activity at the central San Pedro Markets. With plenty of time exploring at your leisure, you’ll really get to know this city.
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Walk through the breathtaking hills of the Sacred Valley between Pisac and Ollantaytambo, visiting a local community for lunch.
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No trip to this region is complete without a guided visit to the iconic Machu Picchu. Explore this Inca marvel with a local guide, learning of its engineering feats and intriguing history.
Is this trip right for you?
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Due to the high altitude of the places we visit some people can suffer altitude sickness, regardless of age, gender or fitness. It even happened to Sir Edmund Hillary! Please see the ‘Medical and Health Information’ section of the Essential Trip Information for more details.
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Independent Experiences are independent travel, without the stress. Peregrine’s Independent Experiences are a range of short trips that you can add to other experiences or as an extension to a longer tour, to craft your perfect holiday itinerary. Independent Experiences are for 1–3 travellers, come accompanied by a local guide and depart daily.
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Itinerary
Accommodation
- San Agustin Plaza Hotel or similar (1 night)
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Special Information
Included in your trip is a ‘Full Boleto Turistico Pass’, which gives you access to 16 archaeological sites in and around Cusco. The ticket is valid for 10 days, so if you wish to make use of the ticket prior to today, please speak to a booking agent to reschedule the welcome meeting so your local guide can provide you with the pass.Accommodation
- San Agustin Plaza Hotel or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Cusco - Full Boleto Turistico Pass (access to 16 archaeological sites, transport & guides not included)
- Cusco - Coricancha Temple (entrance fee)
- Cusco - Cathedral Entrance Fee
- Cusco - Leader-led orientation walk
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Santuario Hotel or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Sacred Valley - Community visit & lunch
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Accommodation
- San Agustin Plaza Hotel or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Machu Picchu - Entrance and guided tour
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Special Information
According to Machu Picchu visiting regulations, all visitors must follow a pre-determined route within the site. This route must be followed in one direction only and once the guided visit commences, exiting and re-entering the site is not permitted. Once the guided visit concludes, visitors must exit the site. Personal exploration of Machu Picchu is not permitted.Meals Included
- Breakfast
Meals
5 breakfasts, 1 lunchTransport
Bus, Private vehicle, TrainAccommodation
Hotel (4 nights)Included Activities
- Cusco - Full Boleto Turistico Pass (access to 16 archaeological sites, transport & guides not included)
- Cusco - Coricancha Temple (entrance fee)
- Cusco - Cathedral Entrance Fee
- Cusco - Leader-led orientation walk
- Sacred Valley - Community visit & lunch
- Machu Picchu - Entrance and guided tour
Dates & availability - 2021 season
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Important notes
PASSPORT DETAILS REQUIRED
Full passport details are required at the time of booking in order to purchase entrance fees to important sites such as Machu Picchu. Delays to provide this information may result in booking fees or changes to your itinerary.
MACHU PICCHU RULE CHANGES
Recently, Peruvian authorities released a new list of regulations for visiting Machu Picchu. These include:
1. Tickets are now only valid only for one entry, which means that passengers cannot leave the site and return at a later time.
2. Once passengers begin on a chosen circuit (there are three options) they cannot walk backwards and once they finish the circuit they must leave the site. They cannot explore afterwards.
3. The two allotted times to visit are 6 am–12 pm and 12–4.30 pm.
4. It is technically mandatory to have an official site guide (aside from our local leaders) to visit the ruins. However, as there are not enough official guides to cover the number of people who are granted entry, authorities are being flexible.
We encourage passengers to explore the upper part of Machu Picchu (Sun Gate and Inka Bridge) before their guided tour starts. Your leader will provide more information on what the group’s options are at the welcome meeting.

Essential trip information
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