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Solo Travel: Peruvian Highlights with Machu Picchu
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The adventure you've been craving
Cross Machu Picchu off your solo travel bucket list! Experience fascinating history, breathtaking landscapes, and local culture on this once in a lifetime journey through Peru. Sip on a pisco sour as you stare out at the Pacific, visit an ancient Inca citadel, and take selfies with friendly llamas! With stays in Cusco, Lima, and Machu Picchu, this is the Peruvian adventure you've been dreaming about.
What's Included
- Round-trip economy class airfare to Lima (LIM)
- All airport and rail station transfers
- 2 nights in Lima at the Hotel Arawi Miraflores Express Lima, or similar
- Colonial & Contemporary Lima City Tour, including Larco Museum (4.5 hours)
- One-way economy class flight from Lima (LIM) to Cusco (CUZ)
- 1 night in Cusco at Hotel Los Portales Cusco, or similar
- Walking tour of Cusco
- Expedition train from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes
- Roundtrip bus from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu
- Guided tour of Machu Picchu**
- 1 night in Aguas Calientes at the Hotel Casa Andina Standard Machu Picchu, or similar
- Expedition train from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo
- Sacred Valley tour with Ollantaytambo ruins & Pisac Market and visit to typical local house
- 2 nights in Cusco at Hotel Los Portales Cusco, or similar
- One-way, economy class flight from Cusco (CUZ) to Lima (LIM)
- 1 night near Lima at the Wyndham Costa del Sol Lima Airport Hotel, or similar
- Breakfast Daily
This package is specially priced for solo travelers and has no single supplement.
**Please note: Admission to Machu Picchu is capacity controlled, and in order to guarantee your entrance ticket, we will need your passport details (number, and full name as it appears). Once you've completed your booking you will receive a follow-up email requesting this information; it is very important that you respond to it immediately.
Great Ways to Explore
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Meet fellow travelers on your included tour of Lima, Peru's coastal capital!
- Impress friends and family back home with postcard-worthy photos of Machu Picchu.
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Embark on a walking tour through the colonial city of Cusco, the undisputed archaeological capital of the Americas.
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Experience local markets and other ancient ruins on a tour of the Sacred Valley.
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Keep your eyes focused out the window as you pass through amazing scenery on train and bus rides.
Peru is waiting! Explore ancient Incan ruins, eat your way through Lima, and immerse yourself in colonial culture in Cusco. Then, climb to new heights and discover the magic of Machu Picchu! You've seen it in postcards, you've seen it on TV - now it's time to see it for yourself.
Kick off your solo adventure in Peru's capital city, Lima. Admire amazing architecture in Plaza Mayor, learn about the city, and meet fellow travelers! Treat yourself to Lima's world-renowned ceviche, then put on your dancin' shoes and experience the city's vibrant nightlife scene.
From Lima, you'll hop on a quick flight to Cusco, the historic capital of the Inca Empire! Get to know this beloved city on a walking tour, then wander around local markets and soak up traditional Peruvian culture. Be sure to look out for Cusco Cathedral, Koricancha, and other noteworthy sites!
Now, the moment you've been waiting for: board a luxurious train to the mysterious "lost city of the Incas," Machu Picchu! Join a guided tour through the citadel, made up of aqueducts, granite, limestone temples, and unbelievably well-preserved Incan architecture. This Wonder of the World will have you snapping photos non-stop!
How can this adventure get any better?! After Machu Picchu, you'll be taken on a wonderful tour of the Sacred Valley. Come face-to-face with historical ruins and snag some handmade souvenirs at an outdoor market. Enjoy one last day in Cusco before you head home! Pick up last-minute souvenirs, drink one last pisco sour, and get ready to show your friends family amazing photos from your trip!
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
What's Included
- Round-trip economy class airfare to Lima (LIM)
- All airport and rail station transfers
- 2 nights in Lima at the Hotel Arawi Miraflores Express Lima, or similar
- Colonial & Contemporary Lima City Tour, including Larco Museum (4.5 hours)
- One-way economy class flight from Lima (LIM) to Cusco (CUZ)
- 1 night in Cusco at Hotel Los Portales Cusco, or similar
- Walking tour of Cusco
- Expedition train from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes
- Roundtrip bus from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu
- Guided tour of Machu Picchu**
- 1 night in Aguas Calientes at the Hotel Casa Andina Standard Machu Picchu, or similar
- Expedition train from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo
- Sacred Valley tour with Ollantaytambo ruins & Pisac Market and visit to typical local house
- 2 nights in Cusco at Hotel Los Portales Cusco, or similar
- One-way, economy class flight from Cusco (CUZ) to Lima (LIM)
- 1 night near Lima at the Wyndham Costa del Sol Lima Airport Hotel, or similar
- Breakfast Daily
This package is specially priced for solo travelers and has no single supplement.
**Please note: Admission to Machu Picchu is capacity controlled, and in order to guarantee your entrance ticket, we will need your passport details (number, and full name as it appears). Once you've completed your booking you will receive a follow-up email requesting this information; it is very important that you respond to it immediately.
Great Ways to Explore
-
Meet fellow travelers on your included tour of Lima, Peru's coastal capital!
- Impress friends and family back home with postcard-worthy photos of Machu Picchu.
-
Embark on a walking tour through the colonial city of Cusco, the undisputed archaeological capital of the Americas.
-
Experience local markets and other ancient ruins on a tour of the Sacred Valley.
-
Keep your eyes focused out the window as you pass through amazing scenery on train and bus rides.
Package Overview
Peru is waiting! Explore ancient Incan ruins, eat your way through Lima, and immerse yourself in colonial culture in Cusco. Then, climb to new heights and discover the magic of Machu Picchu! You've seen it in postcards, you've seen it on TV - now it's time to see it for yourself.
Kick off your solo adventure in Peru's capital city, Lima. Admire amazing architecture in Plaza Mayor, learn about the city, and meet fellow travelers! Treat yourself to Lima's world-renowned ceviche, then put on your dancin' shoes and experience the city's vibrant nightlife scene.
From Lima, you'll hop on a quick flight to Cusco, the historic capital of the Inca Empire! Get to know this beloved city on a walking tour, then wander around local markets and soak up traditional Peruvian culture. Be sure to look out for Cusco Cathedral, Koricancha, and other noteworthy sites!
Now, the moment you've been waiting for: board a luxurious train to the mysterious "lost city of the Incas," Machu Picchu! Join a guided tour through the citadel, made up of aqueducts, granite, limestone temples, and unbelievably well-preserved Incan architecture. This Wonder of the World will have you snapping photos non-stop!
How can this adventure get any better?! After Machu Picchu, you'll be taken on a wonderful tour of the Sacred Valley. Come face-to-face with historical ruins and snag some handmade souvenirs at an outdoor market. Enjoy one last day in Cusco before you head home! Pick up last-minute souvenirs, drink one last pisco sour, and get ready to show your friends family amazing photos from your trip!
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
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Day 1. Welcome to Lima!
Welcome to Peru! Arrive in Lima then enjoy a transfer to your accommodation. As Peru's capital, Lima is a modern metropolis buzzing with activity year-round.
Lima is synonymous with gastronomy, so on your first night enjoy a typical Lima meal - ceviche and a pisco sour.
Transfer to Lima hotel
Check-in - Hotel Arawi Miraflores Express Lima
Lima,
Peru
Hotel Arawi Miraflores Express Lima is located less than a mile from Playa La Estrella and Larcomar. Guest rooms are equipped with air conditioning and television. Complimentary WiFi is available. Other main attractions, including San Martín Square and Government Palace of Lima are just minutes away from this hotel's ideal location.
Day 2. Lima
Start the day with a tour of Lima's historic center. See the Cathedral, City Hall, the Government Palace and San Francisco Convent, admiring the colonial architecture along the way.
After the tour, head to Parque del Amor in the Miraflores neighborhood to see Lima's stunning coastline. Have lunch in Miraflores before visiting the Larco Museum, offering one of the largest, best-presented displays of ceramics in Lima.
Colonial & Contemporary Lima City Tour, including Larco Museum (4.5 hours)
Start your tour in Lima’s contemporary districts, Miraflores and San Isidro, that combine beautiful parks, such as “El Olivar” and “Parque del Amor”, shopping centers, and modern architecture. In the historical center, admire the colorful colonial architecture around the “Plaza San Martín” and the main square “Plaza de Armas”, where you can also see the Government Palace, the Cathedral, and the Municipality. From here, visit the San Francisco Monastery and discover its underground maze of tunnels and catacombs.
Finish the tour visiting Larco Museum. It is considered one of the best museums in Latin America. This museum features the best and most complete pre-Hispanic gold and silver collection in the world. It is well-known because of its erotic ceramics exhibits as well as its vast storage galleries.
After the tour, return to your hotel.
Day 3. Lima - Cusco
Following breakfast at the hotel you will be transferred to the airport for your morning flight to Cusco.
In the evening, enjoy a walking tour taking you to Cusco Cathedral and the Inca sun temple Koricancha.
A Tip For Your Trip: Chewing coca leaves or drinking coca tea will help you adjust to Cusco's high altitude.
Transfer to Lima airport (LIM)
Fly to Cusco!
Transfer to Cusco hotel
Check-in - Hotel Los Portales Cusco
Cusco,
Peru
Stay in the heart of Cusco at the elegant Hotel Los Portales Cusco. Right across from the sun temple Koricancha and four blocks from Plaza de Armas, this hotel puts you right in the center of everything. Each of the 50 rooms and suites is the essence of urban sophistication, decorated in pastel tones and dark green; they are fully carpeted and have flat-screens with cable TV and minibar. The hotel offers a full buffet breakfast which can be enjoyed at the checkered marble floor patio decorated with plants. Guests can also enjoy a meal at the restaurant offering a la carte dining options.
Walking tour of Cusco
Exploration of the Imperial City on foot with a visit to one of the most impressive buildings of Incan Cusco: the Korikancha (the Golden Temple) - a temple dedicated to the worship of the Sun God, whose interior walls were said to have been covered in gold.
Continue the day with a stroll through the Main Square, where you will discover the Cathedral and admire its exquisite vestibules and priceless paintings from the Cusco School of the 17th and 18th centuries.
Day 4. Cusco - Sacred Valley - Machu Picchu
Fuel up with breakfast at your hotel before transferring to Ollantaytambo train station for your expedition to Machu Picchu. Once you arrive in the town of Aguas Calientes, you’ll have a shuttle bus escort you to the citadel followed by a guided tour of Machu Picchu. Once you've ooed and awed at the magnificent ancient civilization, a shuttle bus will escort you down from Machu Picchu back to Aguas Calientes.
After you've rested your tired feet, enjoy a relaxing dinner in town.Transfer to Ollantaytambo train station
Expedition train to Aguas Calientes!
Bus to Machu Picchu
Bus to Aguas Calientes
Check-in - Hotel Casa Andina Standard Machu Picchu
Aguas Calientes,
Peru
Hotel Casa Andina Standard Machu Picchu boasts incredible views of the Vilcanota River and the nearby mountains. Guest rooms are equipped with complimentary WiFi, television, and a desk. The hotel features Sama Café which offers healthy and hearty meals. Enjoy a 5-minute walk to the bus stop towards Machu Picchu.
Tour of Machu Picchu (The Citadel) with guide
Enjoy a guided tour of the Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu. Rediscovered by Hiram Bingham more than a century ago, Machu Picchu is considered one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Its architectural beauty, spectacular natural landscapes and the energy held in its enigmatic structures will take your breath away!
Day 5. Machu Picchu - Sacred Valley - Cusco
From Aguas Calientes, hop on a train to the Sacred Valley for your tour of Ollantaytambo ruins and Pisac market before your transfer back to Cusco.
In the evening, indulge in a few of Peru's delicacies. Adventurous eaters will want to try the local specialty, cuy (guinea pig).
Expedition train to Ollantaytambo
Transfer to Cusco hotel
Check-in - Hotel Los Portales Cusco
Cusco,
Peru
Stay in the heart of Cusco at the elegant Hotel Los Portales Cusco. Right across from the sun temple Koricancha and four blocks from Plaza de Armas, this hotel puts you right in the center of everything. Each of the 50 rooms and suites is the essence of urban sophistication, decorated in pastel tones and dark green; they are fully carpeted and have flat-screens with cable TV and minibar. The hotel offers a full buffet breakfast which can be enjoyed at the checkered marble floor patio decorated with plants. Guests can also enjoy a meal at the restaurant offering a la carte dining options.
Sacred Valley tour with visits to Ollantaytambo ruins & Pisac Market
Visit one of the last remaining Incan towns, Ollantaytambo, which was once fiercely guarded by a massive fortress. Discover the large archaeological complex that used to serve as a wayside inn for royal delegations on long journeys. Surviving structures here include multiple walls and towers used to protect the citadel from possible invasions. After touring the ruins, continue along the Sacred Valley to Pisac, a beautiful village where Incan and Colonial influences have created the unique way of life of the local inhabitants. Explore this quaint town, famous for its artisan market where you can find extraordinarily fine jewelry, ceramics and textile craftwork.
Day 6. Cusco
Today, enjoy a full day in Cusco at your leisure. Pay a visit to the Museum of Pre-Columbian Art housed in a former convent in the Plaza de las Nazarenas. This museum is wonderful for visitors looking for a different perspective on pre-Columbian ceramics.
Hike up to the San Blas neighborhood and pick up a few souvenirs to take home. In the evening, indulge in a few of Peru's delicacies.
San Blas • Cusco
Day 7. Cusco - Lima
Today, transfer to Cusco airport for your flight back to Lima. Once you arrive and settle into your hotel, dine on fresh seafood and say cheers to an unforgettable vacation with a Pisco Sour, Peru's national drink!
Transfer to Cusco airport (CUZ)
Fly to Lima!
Check-in - Wyndham Costa del Sol Lima Airport
Lima,
Peru
With a connecting walkway linked directly to Jorge Chavéz International Airport, the Wyndham Costa del Sol is Lima’s premier airport hotel. This hotel offers the ultimate in convenience and comfort, whether you’re exploring Peru’s capital or just passing through. Experience legendary Peruvian hospitality as soon as you arrive with a free welcome drink upon check in. Savor our free breakfast buffet daily and an onsite restaurant and lounge.
Rooms are available either nightly or hourly to recharge during a long layover and feature free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and safes, as well as minibars, and tea and coffeemaking facilities. Enjoy your quiet guest room or relax in our spa and 24-hour fitness facilities, with an indoor pool, Jacuzzi, sauna and steam room, and massage.
Day 8. Depart Peru
Make your way to Lima airport for your flight back home.
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