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Overview
Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on Intrepid's 3 Day Machu Picchu by Train Short Break. Discover South America’s ancient ruins, explore colonial sights and wander through vibrant markets to get a real taste of Andean village life in the Sacred Valley. Take a winding train journey through the steep Urumbamba Valley to Aguas Calientes, the gateway to Peru’s most famous site. The ancient ‘Lost City’ of Machu Picchu is truly extraordinary and has to be seen to be believed.
Itinerary
Bienvenidos! Welcome to Cusco – the heart and soul of Peru. Your Short Break Adventure will kick off at 2 pm with a welcome meeting in the hotel lobby. Be sure to take it slow today while your body adjusts to the altitude (you’re 3400 m above sea level!). After the meeting, your guide will take you on an orientation walk around Cusco. Visit the facade of Qoricancha Temple, the local San Pedro market, the main square, the 12 Angled Stone, Regocijo Square, San Blas Square and the Chocolate Museum. Here, sample a hot chocolate made from local cacao beans and maybe grab some gifts or souvenirs. There’s a small store where you’ll find various handicrafts and a variety of artisanal chocolate products, too. Then, your night is free to explore at your own pace – your guide will be able to recommend some good places to eat.
This morning, you’ll be picked up from your hotel at about 7 am. Head out to the Sacred Valley – known as Wilcamayo by the Incas, this lush and fertile valley has long been the main source of food for the high Andes. Maize crops can be seen surrounding the river and covering the terraces carved high into the valley walls. Your first stop is the Pisac ruins, where you can see the Pisac Valley and the town below. Explore the market and maybe barter for a few items yourself before heading out to cross the Valley. Drive through fertile lands, stopping for lunch at the town of Urubamba, then continue to Ollantaytambo – one of the few living examples of a city plan that has remained the same for centuries. Visit the archaeological site here, then head to the train station for your ride to Aguas Calientes. Depending on the time of your train, you may have some time to explore the town. Heading through the winding Urubamba Valley, arrive in the cloud forest (2040 m above sea level) at the foot of Machu Picchu – one of the Seven Wonders of the World! (B/L)
After an early breakfast, catch a bus to Machu Picchu. When you arrive at this world wonder, a local guide will take you on a 2-hour tour through the ruins. While it’s thought Machu Picchu was built around 1440 as a country retreat for Incan nobility, there’s evidence this had been a sacred site for much longer. Another school of thought is that this was an astronomical observatory! There’s plenty of time to decide for yourself as you wander around the many temples, palaces and living quarters. After taking advantage of the endless photo opportunities, it’s time to return to Cusco, travelling first by train to Ollantaytambo, then by transfer to Cusco. When you arrive, your trip comes to an end. If you would like to extend your stay or need help with onward flights (please do not book a flight before 10 pm tonight), just get in touch with your booking agent ahead of time. (B)
Trip Inclusions
- Explore the ancient ruins of Machu Picchu with a local guide – this is one of the Seven Wonders of the World and an absolute must-see!
- Immerse yourself in the culture of Cusco while you adjust to the high altitude – see the local sights with a local guide, then sample a hot chocolate from the Chocolate Museum.
- Experience traditional Andean life in the Sacred Valley – known as Wilcamayo by the Incas.
- Visit the Pisac ruins in the Pisac Valley and get a great view of the town below.
- Wander around the archaeological site of Ollantaytambo – one of the few living examples of a city plan that has remained the same for centuries.
- Hotel (2 nights)
- 2 Breakfasts included
- 1 Lunches included
- Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
- Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included
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Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Pricing and trip details are correct at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by Intrepid. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from Intrepid. These should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.
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