Machupicchu Explorer & Amazon cruise 9 Days
Intermediate
3000 m.as.l
Explore the heart of the Inca Empire and the wonders of the Peruvian Amazon in one unforgettable journey. Start your adventure in Cusco and the Sacred Valley, discover the mystique of Machu Picchu, stroll through colonial Lima, and finish your experience with a once-in-a-lifetime luxury Amazon cruise. This tour blends cultural richness, ancient history, and breathtaking biodiversity in a perfect 9-day escape.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Cusco & City Tour
Arrival and transfer to your hotel. In the afternoon, enjoy a guided tour to Sacsayhuaman, Qenko, Puka Pukara, and Tambomachay. Visit the Cathedral and the Temple of the Sun (Koricancha).
Overnight in Cusco.
Included: Transfers, guide, entrance tickets.
Day 2: Sacred Valley Tour + Train to Aguas Calientes
Explore the Sacred Valley: Pisac Market, Pisac ruins, and Ollantaytambo fortress. After the tour, board the train to Aguas Calientes.
Overnight in Aguas Calientes.
Included: Transport, guide, lunch, train tickets, accommodation.
Day 3: Machu Picchu Guided Tour & Return to Cusco
Morning guided visit of Machu Picchu. Optional hike to Huayna Picchu (advance booking required). Afternoon train back and transfer to Cusco.
Overnight in Cusco.
Included: Bus up/down, entrance, guide, train tickets, transfers.
Day 4: Flight to Lima
Morning transfer to the airport and flight to Lima. Pick-up and transfer to your hotel. Free afternoon. Optional dinner at a top restaurant.
Overnight in Lima.
Included: Airport transfers, accommodation.
Day 5: Lima City Tour
Explore Miraflores, the colonial center, the Cathedral, San Francisco Monastery and Huaca Pucllana. Return to your hotel in the early evening.
Overnight in Lima.
Included: Guide, transport, entrance fees, hotel.
Day 6: Flight to Iquitos & Amazon Cruise Begins
Fly to Iquitos and transfer to the cruise boarding point. Meet your naturalist guide and begin your Amazon cruise experience.
Overnight on board.
Included: Flight transfers, cruise cabin, full board, excursions.
Day 7: Amazon Exploration – Kayaking & Piranha Fishing
Start your day with kayaking, wildlife watching and piranha fishing. Afternoon boat safaris in search of caimans and river dolphins.
Overnight on board.
Included: Cruise accommodation, activities, all meals.
Day 8: Community Visit & Jungle Wildlife
Meet local communities and learn about their culture, traditions and survival practices. Visit a wildlife refuge and enjoy the last sunset on the river.
Overnight on board.
Included: Cruise accommodation, meals, activities.
Day 9: Return to Lima
Enjoy breakfast on the cruise. Transfer back to Iquitos for your return flight to Lima.
Included: Transfers, guide assistance.
End of services.
Included
- Airport transfers in all cities
- 3 nights hotel in Cusco
- 1 night hotel in Aguas Calientes
- 2 nights hotel in Lima
- All transportation (trains, buses, transfers)
- Entrance tickets (Machu Picchu, Sacred Valley, Cusco City Tour, Lima City Tour)
- All guided tours with English-speaking guides
- 3-night Amazon River Cruise in Iquitos (full board, guided activities)
- Meals as specified
- Domestic transfers (to/from cruise)
Not Included
- International and domestic flights (Lima – Cusco – Lima – Iquitos – Lima)
- Meals not mentioned
- Tips and personal expenses
- Optional activities (e.g., Huayna Picchu hike – must be booked in advance)