8-Day Cusco, Machu Picchu & Palccoyo Mountain Tour
Discover Cusco’s Inca heritage and dramatic high-Andean landscapes on an eight-day journey. Visit Machu Picchu and the Sacred Valley, explore historic Cusco, experience local cuisine, and enjoy a guided excursion to the colorful scenery of Palccoyo.
Cusco Heritage & Mountain Landscapes
Designed for travelers who enjoy cultural experiences and want to add a carefully considered mountain excursion.
Machu Picchu
Private guided visit along a confirmed entrance route.
Sacred Valley
Pisac, Moray, Maras and Ollantaytambo.
Palccoyo
A guided experience among colorful high-Andean mountains.
Cusco Cuisine
San Pedro Market and a hands-on cooking activity.
Your 8-Day Itinerary
An in-depth Cusco journey with an additional mountain landscape experience.
DAY 01 Welcome to the Sacred Valley
Arrive at Cusco Airport and travel privately to your Sacred Valley hotel. Settle in and enjoy time to rest after your flight. The day is reserved for arrival and orientation.
DAY 02 Pisac & the Sacred Valley
Explore Pisac’s archaeological site and traditional market privately with an English-speaking guide. Enjoy an included lunch and a quieter afternoon in the valley.
DAY 03 Moray, Maras, Ollantaytambo & Train
Travel privately to Moray’s terraces and the Maras salt pans viewpoint. Continue to Ollantaytambo for a guided visit and an included lunch. Board your scheduled train to Machu Picchu Town.
DAY 04 Machu Picchu Guided Experience
Reach Machu Picchu by shuttle bus and explore your officially reserved entrance route with a private English-speaking guide. Continue by train and private ground transfer to your hotel in Cusco.
DAY 05 Cusco’s Historical Treasures
Visit Qorikancha, Sacsayhuamán, Qenqo and historic Cusco with your private guide. Enjoy time for personal activities and rest in the afternoon.
DAY 06 Palccoyo Mountain Experience
Depart early in a private vehicle for the high-Andean landscapes of Palccoyo. Your specialized English-speaking mountain guide accompanies the scheduled walk. The excursion includes admission, walking poles and lunch. Conditions and individual suitability must be assessed before departure.
DAY 07 Cusco Culinary Experience
Visit San Pedro Market and prepare a local dish during a cooking session. Ingredients, equipment, lunch and a non-alcoholic drink are included. The class is shared in Comfort and private in Premium. Premium includes a farewell dinner.
DAY 08 Departure from Cusco
After breakfast, take your arranged private transfer from the hotel to Cusco Airport.
What’s Included & What’s Not
What’s Included
- 7 nights of double/twin accommodation with private bathroom and breakfast.
- 7 breakfasts and 4 included lunches.
- Private English-speaking guided Machu Picchu visit, admission and shuttle bus services.
- Round-trip Expedition train in Comfort or Vistadome train in Premium.
- Private road transfers and guided cultural visits described in the itinerary.
- Admissions for applicable archaeological sites, including Moray and Maras viewpoint.
- Palccoyo outing with private vehicle, mountain guide, entrance, walking poles and included lunch.
- San Pedro Market and cooking session with ingredients, equipment, lunch and a non-alcoholic drink.
- Luggage coordination as described and water during excursion days.
- Premium: private cooking session and three-course farewell dinner.
What’s Not Included
- International or domestic flights.
- Accommodation outside the Cusco program.
- Travel insurance and medical expenses.
- Emergency treatment, rescue and evacuation.
- Meals or beverages not listed in the itinerary.
- Alcoholic and optional drinks.
- Personal purchases, tips, laundry and minibar.
- Hotel upgrades or additional nights.
- Inca Trail and extra Machu Picchu mountains.
- Activities, transfers or changes not specified in the accepted quote.
Comfort vs. Premium
Comfort — USD 2,590
Per adult, based on two adults sharing.
- 3-star hotel category
- Expedition train, round-trip
- Private guided cultural visits
- Private Palccoyo excursion
- Shared cooking class with lunch
- Farewell dinner not included
Premium — USD 3,490
Per adult, based on two adults sharing.
- 4-star hotel category
- Vistadome train, round-trip
- Private guided cultural visits
- Private Palccoyo excursion
- Private cooking class with lunch
- Three-course farewell dinner
Passenger trains and Machu Picchu shuttle buses are shared in both categories.
High-Altitude Travel: What to Know
The Palccoyo experience takes place at approximately 4,900 meters (16,000 feet) above sea level. It is not an acclimatization walk.
Your quotation also confirms the hotels, train arrangements and official Machu Picchu entrance details.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Palccoyo suitable for everyone?
No. It is a very high-altitude excursion. Suitability depends on personal circumstances, weather, road and trail conditions, and walking requirements.
Can Palccoyo be replaced with another activity?
A change may be considered before booking. Any alternative, availability and price must be agreed in writing.
Is a cooking class included?
Yes. It is shared in Comfort and private in Premium, with the stated ingredients, lunch and beverage included.
Are Machu Picchu tickets included?
The specified entrance and guiding services are included, subject to official route, date and time confirmation.
Experience Cusco’s Cultural & Mountain Landscapes
Tell us your preferred travel dates, group size and interests. We will discuss the mountain excursion requirements and review the available travel arrangements before preparing your quotation.
Requesting a quotation is free. No payment is required.