8-Day Tour from Lima: Machu Picchu and the Amazon Jungle
Go on an 8-day adventure in Peru and enjoy your vacation to the fullest as you visit incredible places. Travel to Cusco and wander through the cobblestone streets learning about the rich history and culture. Then, visit the Sacred Valley of the Incas, admire breathtaking landscapes, snowcapped mountains and rushing rivers. Then, explore the magnificent site of Machu Picchu and finally discover the Amazon Jungle to be amazed and spot a great diversity of native wildlife.
ItineraryDay 1: Arrival in LimaStop At: Lima, Lima, Lima Region
Upon arrival into Lima, you will be welcomed to Peru by your driver and an English-speaking representative to be transferred to your hotel. You will have the rest of the day to spend at leisure.
Duration: 12 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight in Lima
Day 2: Lima to CuscoStop At: Cusco, Cusco, Cusco Region
Your driver will take you to the Lima Airport for your one-hour flight to Cusco. Upon arrival, you will be taken to your hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure.
You can discover Cusco and wander through its streets, gazing at the Incan and colonial architecture. You can visit several museums or shop at the various souvenirs, clothing and art stores and markets. You can also taste the cuisine and coffee in one of the numerous chic Peruvian café's or restaurants.
Duration: 6 hours
Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Overnight in Cusco
Day 3: Cusco City Walking TourStop At: Plaza de Armas del Cusco, Cusco 08002 Peru
Cusco’s main square – Plaza de Armas – is a busy and vibrant space that marks the colonial centre of the city. The plaza, which
features wide stone pathways and well-kept colourful gardens, is home to two iconic buildings: the Cusco Cathedral and the
Church La Compañía de Jesús.Cusco’s Plaza de Armas covers part of the area that was once the Haukaypata – The Great Inca Square. Today however, Spanish
colonial buildings and long stone arcades dominate the architecture of the plaza, but many of the precisely carved Inca walls remain as foundations.
The plaza is where many of the city’s most important gatherings, events and festivals take place, including Inti Raymi – the Inca
Festival of the Sun and the religious festival of Corpus Christi.
The plaza is always bustling with activity whatever time of the day (or night), and is great place to soak up the laid back
atmosphere of this Andean city.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Qorikancha, Avenida El Sol, 3rd block, Cusco Peru
You will visit the Temple of the Sun (Qoricancha)
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Mercado Central de San Pedro, Tupac Amaru, Cusco 08002 Peru
You will visit the different sections of this old market such us fruit section, artisan section, and more. Learn about the local variety of products and ingredients. Then, head back to your hotel. Overnight in Cusco.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Overnight in Cusco
Day 4: Maras, Moray, Ollantaytambo and Train to Machu PicchuStop At: Moray Valle Sagrado de los Incas, Maras 08655 Peru
Visit Maras and see its traditional streets. Admire the culture and people wearing traditional clothing. Then, see the circular terraces of Moray and enjoy a delicious lunch in a local house
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Salinas de Maras, Carreta a Maras, Maras 08655 Peru
After Moray, we will head to the Salt Terraces of Maras and learn about an ancient pre-Incan method of producing salt. After that, you will visit the archaeological site of Ollantaytambo.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Archaeological Park Ollantaytambo, Ollantaytambo 08676 Peru
You will visit the impressive Ollantaytambo ruins, temples and terraces.You will even enter an original house to observe the building and see how people used to live. After your Sacred Valley tour, you'll be taken to the Ollantaytambo train station to take the 1.5-hour train journey to Aguas Calientes.
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Overnight in Aguas Calientes
Day 5: Machu Picchu and Back to CuscoStop At: Santuario Historico de Machu Picchu, Machu Picchu Peru
Visit the magnificent site of Machu Picchu and enjoy a 2-hour tour visiting the truly exceptional Temples of the Sun and the Condor. See the aqueducts and houses, and learn about the Incan Sacred Terraces. You then have time to explore the site on your own.
You can do the trek to the Sun Gate for an impressive view overlooking Machu Picchu and Wayna Picchu or a visit to the Incan Bridge. In the afternoon, you will return to Aguas Calientes to take the train to Cusco. There, you will be transferred to your hotel.
Duration: 4 hours
Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Overnight in Cusco
Day 6: Cusco to Puerto MaldonadoStop At: Puerto Maldonado, Puerto Maldonado, Madre de Dios Region
In the morning, we will pick you up from your hotel and take you to the Cusco Airport in time for your hour domestic flight to Puerto Maldonado. Upon your arrival at the airport, your representative will take you to the river port. You will board a private boat and take a river journey to the Lodge. You will have a great experience taking part in the Trail System Adventure, which will allow you to discover the incredible realm of the Amazon forest. You will see exotic rainforest trees, birds and insects. You will then return to the lodge to relax and enjoy lunch.
During the afternoon, you will be treated to a private Twilight River Boat Ride where you will witness the enchanting transformation of the Amazon jungle from day to night and the new creatures that emerge from the darkness. You will explore the river and search for nighttime species, such as nightjars, owls, capybaras and caimans. You will then return to your lodge. (Program is subject to change due to availability)
Duration: 6 hours
Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Overnight in Puerto Maldonado
Day 7: Lost Cocha and Monkey IslandStop At: Tambopata National Reserve, Tambopata National Reserve, Madre de Dios Region
After breakfast, we will start an adventure in the virgin rainforest, and accompanied by a local guide, we´ll go on a hike in the deep jungle, to get to the Lost Cocha which constitutes a refuge and feeding ecosystem for a huge variety of animals. This area is unique and proper to the Ecoamazonia´s Ecological Reserve which maintains it intact, with huge swamps and diverse “aguajales”.
Then, we´ll get to the extraordinary Observation Deck, from which we´ll be able to appreciate the immense and magical rainforest. Afterwards, we´ll have a pleasant canoe ride around the lake and will return to the lodge for lunch.
In the afternoon, accompanied by our specialized guide, we will visit Monkey Island, a unique place in the heart of Madre de Dios River, five minutes away from the Lodge. During the hike, we will observe extraordinary landscapes, with an exuberant flora, sheltering a variety of monkey species.
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Overnight in Puerto Maldonado
Day 8: Puerto Maldonado to LimaStop At: Puerto Maldonado, Puerto Maldonado, Madre de Dios Region
Today, after you enjoyed your breakfast, we will take you to the Puerto Maldonado Airport in time for your one hour domestic flight to Lima. You will arrive to Lima in time for your international flight home. (Program is subject to change due to availability)
Duration: 30 minutes
Meals included:
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No accommodation included on this day.
Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"A minimum of 2 people per booking is required"
"It is recommended you bring light pants, long sleeved shirts, hiking shoes, rain jacket, day pack, flashlight, binoculars, pocket knife and insect repellent"
"Note: Please have a small bag packed as luggage will be restricted in the Amazon Lodge. Your remaining luggage will be stored safely in the Office in Puerto Maldonado"
"Passport name, number incl. expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants"
"Infants must sit on laps"
"Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking"
"Note: to conserve energy in the jungle, the power is turned off for a short amount of time in the morning and afternoon."
"As domestic flights are not included, recommended flight times are: Day 2 Lima to Cusco - All day would be possible, depending on the time the customer would like to spend in either Lima or Cusco; Day 6 Cusco to Puerto Maldonado - Early, as in the morning, you should be landing around 10:30am; Day 8 Puerto Maldonado to Lima - Recommended flight: In the early afternoon (around 12 noon to 1pm)."
"Very important: Please provide a scanned copy or picture of your passport and specify type of bed (single or matrimonial)"
"Not recommended for pregnant travelers"
"Most travelers can participate"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability"
Hora de Inicio:
4* Hotel Option
1/1/2022 - 4/4/2024Monday - Sunday : | 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM |
4/5/2024 - 4/4/2025Monday - Sunday : | 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM |
Superior 3* Hotel Option
1/1/2022 - 4/4/2024Monday - Sunday : | 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM |
4/5/2024 - 4/4/2025Monday - Sunday : | 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM |
Standard 3* Hotel Option
1/1/2022 - 4/4/2024Monday - Sunday : | 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM |
4/5/2024 - 4/4/2025Monday - Sunday : | 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM |
Duración: 8 Days
Lugar de comienzo: Traveler pickup is offered
Airports- J Chavez Intl Airport, Lima Peru
Cancelaciones y devoluciones:
If you cancel at least 45 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.
If you cancel between 15 and 44 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is a 50 percent cancellation fee.
If you cancel within 14 day(s) of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 percent cancellation fee.