Nazca Lines and Machu Picchu 7 Days

TRIP CODE: NMP7D01
TYPE SERVICE: Group Service
TYPE ITINERARY: Customize
ACTIVITIES: Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Culinary
DESTINATION: Nazca Lines, Ballestas Island, Cusco, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu

 This tour package is fully customizable according to your interest and needs. 

A fantastic Peru tour to Nazca Lines and Machu Picchu
Visit the ancient Nazca Lines and explore the fabled lost city of the Inca, Machu Picchu with this amazing tour of the Andes. Through a flight over the Nazca Lines, you can gaze at thousand-year-old figures that are carved into the desert. Journey on to visit the magnificent city of Cusco and explore the Sacred Valley of the Incas with its vibrant Pisaq Market. You can also view the ruins of Machu Picchu and explore the rich heritage of the area that presents a spectacular visage perched high atop the Andes.

Highlights

• A tour that covers the Nazca lines.
• Witness the external influence of Spain and Inca in Cusco region.
• Note the perfect geometry of the streets and lanes in Ollantaytambo. Geometrical patterns can also be observed in other facades.
• View the beautiful panoramas of the Sacred Valley.
• Explore the regions of Machu Picchu on board a train.

Day 1 – International Arrival Assistance

• Arrive in Lima at any time.
• Our representative will be waiting for you at Lima airport with a customized sign with your name on it and private transfer to your hotel.
• There are no planned activities, so check into the hotel and rest up.
• Overnight at the Hotel in Lima.
• Meals included: None.

Day 2 – Nazca Lines Tour: Lima to Paracas & Nazca Lines Overflight

• Car pick up from the hotel at 06:15AM.
• Transfer to the bus station to board a tourist bus to the city of Paracas.
• This bus will depart at 07:00AM, (Journey to Nazca approximately 3 and half hours).
• The name of the bus company is called Cruz del Sur. It is quite comfortable as it offers lush seats with plenty of leg room, air conditioning, and bathrooms on board. Additionally, movies, music and panoramic windows will be available to you.
• Upon arrival to Paracas, you will be greeted by our representative at the bus station who will transfer you to your hotel. You will arrive to the Pisco airport and then fly to the mysterious Lines of the Pampa de Nazca.
• You will be captivated by the human-like geographical markings.
• Expect to see incredible figures like the monkey (standing at 300 ft) along with a spider. The interesting thing is that all of these figures hold symbolic value in the Nazca culture. The monkey´s fingers measure the drought faced by the locals every year, while the spider is regarded as a symbol of water and fertility!.
• Once the air tour is complete, you will have a delightful lunch (note: lunch is not included in the price).
• After lunch, you will be free all day.
• You can choose to take advantage of hotel amenities or engage in activities such as sand boarding or riding a dune buggy.
• Overnight at the Hotel in Paracas.
• Meals included: Breakfast.

Day 3 – Excursion to Ballestas Island & Back to Lima

• The following morning you will be taken to the Paracas Bay to embark on a 2 hour motorboat trip to the Ballestas Island.
• From Paracas, you will board a ferry to reach the Ballestas Islands. Attractions on the Island include sea lions and exotic birds. You will be able to delight in a personal stroll around the islands, giving you the opportunity to photograph the wonders of nature.
• From the water off the shore of Paracas, you will get a full view of the Candelabra of the Andes, an inconceivable 180 meter painting carved into the mountains side along the Bay of Paracas.
• After tour back to the hotel.
• At 14:45PM, pick up from the hotel and transfer to Bus Station to take bus back to Lima, Bus depart at 15:20PM; arrival to Lima and transfer to your Hotel.
• Overnight at the Hotel in Lima.
• Meals included: Breakfast.

Day 4 – Flight to Cusco and City Tour & Archeological ruins

• Breakfast at hotel; pick up from the hotel and transfer to the airport for your flight to Cusco, the ancient Inca capital of the Incas.
• On arrival in Cusco, assistance at the airport and transport to your hotel, where the rest of the morning is free time to rest in hotel in order to avoid altitude sickness.
• Pick up from the hotel at 13:20PM – Tour begins from Cusco’s Main Square, Plaza de Armas.
• Includes a visit to Cusco’s cathedral in which you will be able to see the intricate woodwork and colonial paintings that contain detailed Incan iconography.
• After, we will head to the Temple of the Sun (Qorikancha) upon which the Convent of Santo Domingo has been built. Interesting fact: according to a legend, this temple was entirely gold plated which left many conquerors impressed with its magnificence when they came here!
• The tour continues with visits to 4 archeological sites: Sacsayhuaman is an archeological complex, a masterpiece of Incan architecture in which you will see mindboggling huge stone blocks, almost 9 meters in height that are still placed perfectly.
• Qenqo Temple is a temple dedicated to animal worship.
• Puca Pucara is another Incan archeological site located on top of a hill, used as a fort and administrative center. Tambomachay, which is also known as the Inca Baths.
• Overnight at the Hotel in Cusco.
• Meals Included: Breakfast.

Day 5 – Full day to Sacred Valley (Pisac, Ollantaytambo)

• Breakfast at hotel – pick up from your hotel at 07:45AM.
• We then will then embark on a journey back in time to the Incan´s Sacred Valley beginning in Pisac, 31 km from Cusco. The ancient Incan archeological site and city is located on the top of a mountain. There you will have the chance to firsthand witness the impressive stonemasonry skill of our ancient ancestors.
• Afterwards, you will go down into the quaint little town and wander through its colorful market where you can buy intricate, beautifully crafted locally hand-made products.
• After this, lunch will be served at a local restaurant.
• Then, you will continue to Ollantaytambo, a military, religious, and agricultural center of the Incas located at the top of a mountain. Note: unlike other small towns, this one has maintained its original Incan design including outstanding stone buildings and narrow streets. It was once used as a fortress and administrative and urban center.
• Stop in Ollantaytambo from where we catch the train to Aguas Calientes, upon arrival to Aguas Calientes, reception and transfer to your hotel.
• Overnight at the Hotel in Aguas Calientes.
• Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch.

Day 6 – Sunrise in Machu Picchu & Train back to Cusco

• Breakfast at the hotel; at 05:00AM take first bus to Machu Picchu citadel, you will ride a bus to Machu Picchu archeological site and tour every nook and cranny of this New 7 Wonder of the World and UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site: an unforgettable experience.
• Your guide will expertly direct you throughout the astounding ruins and its main streets. You can then wander around the town squares as well as climb the intricately carved stairways made of stone. Machu Picchu is considered as the world’s spiritual center by esoteric wisdom. Once the guided tour is over, you will have some free time to explore the site on your own, to relax, or to meditate.
• You will then have the time and opportunity to indulge in a few of the following activities on your own (not included in the price):
  • Climb up Huayna Picchu Mountain and appreciate the beauty and magnificence of Machu Picchu from there.
  • You will be given some time to walk till the Sun Gate or Inti Punku.
  • Other optional activities in Aguas Calientes include a visit to the new local museum or to the hot springs.
• Back to Cusco: You will descend to Aguas Calientes and, later on, board the train for the return trip to Cusco. On reaching Cusco train station, reception and transfer to your hotel.
• Overnight at the Hotel in Cusco.
• Meals Included: Breakfast.

Day 7 – Departure from Cusco – International Departure

• Breakfast at hotel; at the scheduled time our representative will meet with you at hotel lobby, transfer and assistance on your departure.
• Meals Included: Breakfast.

PRICES PER PERSON

Extra Optional Services

• Entrance to Huayna Picchu Mountain US$ 25 per person.
• Lunch at the Aguas Calientes Restaurant US$ 20 per person.
• Lunch at the Sanctuary Lodge Restarant located outside the entrance of Machu Picchu US $ 46 per person.
• Upgrade train to Vistadome return to Cusco US$ 20 per person.

Is there any additional cost for Solo Travelers?
Yes, there is an additional cost for single travelers; make an inquiry about it.

INCLUDED

• Accommodation: 6 night(s) in hotel(s) in Lima, Cusco and Aguas Calientes.
• Excursions: Lima, Ballestas Island, Nazca Lines, Cusco, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu.
• Entrance fees to parks and cultural sights: Lima, Ballestas Island, Nazca Lines, Cusco, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu.
• Transfers: All airport transfers, Hotel pickup and drop-off, all transfers are assisted by English-speaking staff.
• Train ticket: Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes – Cusco (Expedition Class).
• Transport: bus, minivan, on foot, boat, plane (Nazca Lines).
• Meals: According mentioned in the itinerary.
• Local top quality English-speaking guides to accompany visits and excursions.
• 24 hour support by our local staff.

NOT INCLUDED

• International airfare, domestic airfare within Peru.
• Airport departure taxes (Approximate cost US$ 31.00 international flights, and US$ 7.40 for each domestic flight), Pisco Airport taxes (US$ 4.00 approx.).
• Tips on included excursions, visas, travel insurance, personal items.
• Pre & post tour accommodation.
• Spending money – allow approximately US$ 35-50 per day to cover meals, snacks, drinks, limited. souvenirs, laundry, tips and any extras.
• Entrance fee to Huayna Picchu Mountain.