9-Day Peru Inca Ruins and Manu Rainforest Tour with Machu Picchu

9 Days Duration

Experiences

About This Tour

Embark on a nine-day adventure through Peru's most captivating destinations, from Lima and historic Cusco to the legendary citadel of Machu Picchu and the lush...

Duration: 9 Days · Tour type: Shared · Activity level: Moderate · Accommodation: Included · Standard · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: No · Cities: Cusco, Lima, Machu Picchu, Manú National Park · Languages: English, Spanish

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What's Included

Stay in standard category hotels rated between 2.5 and 3 stars
Spend nights at a cozy Amazon lodge surrounded by nature
Enjoy all guided tours led by professional English-speaking guides
Receive meals as specified in the itinerary (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner)
Travel with private transportation between the airport and hotel
Ride on the Peru Rail train in Expedition class from Poroy to Aguas Calientes and back
Participate in group tour activities that include shared transportation

Not Included

International flights
Domestic flight from Lima to Cusco
Travel insurance
Optional excursions and activities not mentioned in the program
Meals not included in the itinerary
Personal expenses and tips
Alcoholic beverages
International airport fees, if applicable

Itinerary

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Day 01

Arrival in Lima

Arrive at Lima airport. Meet your private driver and transfer to the hotel. Spend the evening at leisure. Meals included: None.Accommodation: Lima.
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Day 02

Fly from Lima to Cusco

Transfer to the airport for your flight to Cusco (flight tickets not included). Arrive in Cusco and meet the staff for your transfer to the hotel. Receive coca tea to help adjust to the altitude. Rest and relax for the day. Meals included: Breakfast.Accommodation: Cusco.
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Day 03

Cusco City Tour and Archaeological Sites

Rest during the morning. Visit Cusco Cathedral in the main square. Explore the Temple of the Sun (Qoricancha). Tour the Sacsayhuamán fortress. Visit the tunnels and canals of Qenqo. Explore the storage site of Puca Pucará. Visit Tambomachay, a water rituals site. Return to Cusco. Meals included: Breakfast.Accommodation: Cusco.
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Day 04

Discover the Iconic Machu Picchu

Transfer to Poroy station. Take the train to Aguas Calientes. Ride the bus to Machu Picchu. Tour the Machu Picchu archaeological site. Enjoy lunch. Return to Cusco by train. Meals included: Breakfast.Accommodation: Cusco.
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Day 05

Journey to the Amazon Cloud Forest

Depart Cusco early and travel through valleys and villages. Stop at Paucartambo and visit the museum. Enjoy a packed lunch en route. Continue to the Cloud Forest. Arrive at Orquídeas de San Pedro Lodge. Overnight stay surrounded by nature. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.Accommodation: Manu National Park.
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Day 06

Cloud Forest Exploration to Erika Lodge

Set out early in the morning for Cock of the Rock bird watching. Travel to Pilcopata and Atalaya Port. Take a boat to the private "Erika" reserve. Walk the forest trails and observe wildlife. Continue with afternoon trail exploration. Join a night walk to look for insects, snakes, and frogs. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.Accommodation: Manu National Park.
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Day 07

Wildlife Exploration by River and Lake

Take a morning boat ride to the Collpa clay wall to see parrots. Return to Erika Lodge for breakfast. Visit Machuwasi Lake for birdwatching by catamaran. Walk the trails to spot monkeys, capybaras, and snakes. See the Ceiba tree, one of the large Amazon species. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.Accommodation: Manu National Park.
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Day 08

Return to Cusco via Pico de Hoz

Take the boat back to Atalaya Port. Transfer by vehicle to Cusco. Stop at the Pico de Hoz Mirador hummingbird garden. Photograph hummingbirds, toucans, vultures, monkeys, and sloths. Enjoy lunch en route. Arrive in Cusco in the afternoon. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch.Accommodation: Cusco.
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Day 09

Transfer to Cusco Airport for Departure

Transfer from the hotel to Cusco airport. Prepare for your flight home. Meals included: Breakfast.Accommodation: None.

Meeting Point

Meeting point: Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport, Avenida Velasco Astete, Cusco, Peru · Tour start: Lima, Peru — Tour ends at the same location as the start point.