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Cusco and the Sacred Valley of the Inca
Cusco is a city of extraordinary historical significance. Inca legend suggests that Cusco was founded in the 13th century by the leader Manco Capac, but it’s history actually predates that, when it was inhabited by the Killki culture that preceded the Inca by 500 years. When Pizarro arrived in 1533 he found Cusco thriving as the capital of the world’s largest empire at the time, the Inca. The foundation of the city is still that of the Inca, and surrounding Cusco are fantastic Inca ruins that demonstrate their impeccable talents at crafting stone.

Cusco’s cultural center is the Plaza de Armas, where one finds historical cathedrals, bustling café’s and shops, and plenty of night life. Notable attractions in the Plaza include the Cathedral, the nearby La Compañia, and Triunfo Chapel, the first Spanish church to be built in Cusco. Surrounding Cusco are the Inca ruins of Sacsayhuaman with it’s fortressed stone walls, as well as Tambo Machay that were former imperial baths. Cusco is a gateway to the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu, but also an attraction in and of itself.
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Cusco and the Sacred Valley of the Inca
Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights
With a Full Day at Machu Picchu by Train
Day 1: Cusco & Sacsayhuaman, Kenko, Tambomachay Morning arrival to Cusco, the ancient capital of the Inca empire. Morning free for adjust to the altitude. This afternoon tour the nearby ruins including the impressive fortress of Sacsayhuaman; Kenko, the amphitheater and religious center; Tambomachay, the Inca Baths and center of worship to the water god; and finally Puca-Pucara the red fortress built to protect Tambomachay. Then return to Cusco to visit the colonial city with its beautiful streets, the Cathedral and the Koricancha, a beautiful example of Inca architecture.

Day 2: Cusco / Pisac / Ollantaytambo / Cusco This morning depart for a full-day trip to visit the colorful Indian market at Pisac and the ancient fortifications at Ollantaytambo. Lunch at local inn. Afternoon return to Cusco or as an option request an overnight at a local hotel in Ollantaytambo or Yucay Valley.

Day 3: Cusco / Machu Picchu / Cusco After an early breakfast transfer to the station to board the train to the magnificent ruin of Machu Picchu, one of the architecture jewels from the Incas. This impressive site known as “Lost City of the Incas ” is surrounded by precipitous mountains and was discovered by Hiram Bingham in 1911. After lunch return to Cusco by train and transfer to your hotel.

Day 4: Cusco Morning transfer to the airport
Cusco - Peru Travel Guide

Cusco - Peru Travel Guide


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