Machu Picchu

Discover the mysteries of the lost city of Machu Picchu, hidden above the fertile valleys of the Andes Mountains, over-looking the raging Urubamba. Climb among the gods. Explore the ruins of Sacsayhuaman. Feast on history.
Live Peru!

Join DK Adventures on our 8 day excursion to South America — to our base of operations in the Tawantinsuyo capital of Peru, Cuzco. During your stay you will experience only the finest Peru has to offer.

Upon your arrival in Peru you will receive white glove treatment; from the moment you disembark in Lima to your departure from this most mysterious land, our adventure docents have arranged all transfers, tickets, accommodations, and meals ahead of time, enabling you to lose yourself in Peruvian life.

DK Adventures combines elegance and comfort with culture and archaeology, offering you a seat on top of the world.
Discover Peru!

DK | Highlights
> Colonial Cuzco
> The Sacred Valley
> Machu Picchu
> Sacsayhuaman
> The Inca Trail
> Urubamba

DK | Advantage
> Travel Companions
> Door-to-Door Service
> Local Guides

DK | Style
> Five Star Accommodations
> First Class Return Flight

 
TRIP DIGEST
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ITINERARY
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Day 1: spacer Arrival in Lima. Transfer and overnight in the JW Marriott Lima.
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Day 2: spacer Transfer to airport for morning flight to Cuzco. Upon arrival, transfer to Monasterio. Afternoon tour of Cuzco. Visit the Karikancha temple and the Cathedral, continuing to the nearby ruin of Tambomachay (the Inca Fountains), Puca Pucara (the Red Fortress) and finally Sacsayhuaman.
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Day 3: spacer Morning visit to Pisac. Tour colorful markets with daily foods and handicrafts, and visit Mass, attended by the mayors of neighboring villages in their typical attire. Afternoon Tour of Ollantaytambo, a fortress consisting of huge pink stones weighing 50 tons. Lunch. Evening return to Cuzco.
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Day 4: spacer Morning transfer to the train station to Machu Picchu. Guided tour of the citadel. Lunch. Transfer to Machu Picchu El Pueblo Hotel in Aguas Calientes.
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Day 5: spacer Free day to wander around the ruins or visit the hot springs. Afternoon return to Cuzco and transfer to Monasterio Hotel.
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Day 6: spacer Free day in Cuzco.
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Day 7: spacer Transfer to airport for flight back to Lima. Transfer and overnight at JW Marriott Hotel
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Day 8: spacer Transfer to airport for flight back to US
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ACCOMMODATIONS
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Why | DK
Our commitment to luxurious travel accommodations to the farthest reaches of the world and excursions that embrace the beauty and enchantment of the history, people, and places we visit give our guests memories of a life time.



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