7-Day Private Cusco & Machu Picchu Vacation
Explore the cultural heart of the Andes in one carefully organized week. This signature Cusco journey brings together Pisac, Moray, Maras, Ollantaytambo, Machu Picchu, the historic city and a local cooking experience.
The Best of Our Cusco Journey
A balanced first visit combining major archaeological sites, beautiful landscapes and meaningful cultural experiences.
Pisac & Sacred Valley
Archaeological sites, traditional towns and landscapes.
Moray, Maras & Ollantaytambo
Explore Inca heritage before your train journey.
Private Machu Picchu Visit
Discover your reserved route with an English-speaking guide.
Cusco Cuisine
Visit San Pedro Market and enjoy a cooking experience.
Your 7-Day Cusco Itinerary
Seven days through the Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu and Cusco, with a culinary experience to complete the journey.
DAY 01 Welcome to the Sacred Valley
Meet your private transfer at Cusco Airport and continue to your hotel in the Sacred Valley. Enjoy the afternoon resting and reviewing the upcoming travel arrangements. No strenuous sightseeing is scheduled.
DAY 02 Pisac Archaeology, Market & Landscapes
Visit Pisac’s archaeological site with a private English-speaking guide. Enjoy time in the local market, an included lunch and a quieter afternoon in the Sacred Valley.
DAY 03 Moray, Maras, Ollantaytambo & Train
Explore Moray’s circular terraces and the Maras salt pans viewpoint. After an included lunch, visit Ollantaytambo and continue to the railway station for your scheduled train to Machu Picchu Town.
DAY 04 Discover Machu Picchu
Travel by shuttle bus to Machu Picchu and explore your officially reserved entrance route with a private English-speaking guide. Return to town, then continue by train to Ollantaytambo and private vehicle to Cusco. Lunch is not included.
DAY 05 Historic Cusco & Inca Heritage
Enjoy a private guided tour of historic Cusco, Qorikancha, Sacsayhuamán and Qenqo. The afternoon is available for leisure and independent exploration.
DAY 06 San Pedro Market & Cooking Experience
Discover San Pedro Market and join a cooking session featuring local ingredients. Prepare and enjoy your lunch with the included equipment and a non-alcoholic drink. The experience is shared in Comfort and private in Premium. Premium also includes a farewell dinner.
DAY 07 Departure from Cusco
Enjoy breakfast before the arranged private transfer from your hotel to Cusco Airport.
What’s Included & What’s Not
What’s Included
- 6 nights of accommodation: 2 Sacred Valley, 1 Machu Picchu Town and 3 Cusco.
- Double/twin rooms with private bathrooms and breakfast.
- 6 breakfasts and 3 included lunches, including the cooking experience.
- Private English-speaking guided Machu Picchu visit with admission and round-trip shuttle bus.
- Round-trip railway service: Expedition in Comfort or Vistadome in Premium.
- Private ground transfers and scheduled cultural guided visits.
- Entrance services for Pisac, Moray, Ollantaytambo and applicable Cusco attractions.
- Maras salt pans viewpoint entrance.
- San Pedro Market visit and cooking session with ingredients, equipment, lunch and a non-alcoholic drink.
- Coordination of main luggage and water on included excursion days.
- Premium only: private cooking session and one three-course farewell dinner.
What’s Not Included
- International and domestic flights.
- Travel services before Cusco Airport arrival or after departure.
- Travel insurance and medical expenses.
- Medical evacuation and emergency treatment.
- Lunch following the Machu Picchu visit.
- Other meals and beverages not listed.
- Alcoholic drinks and optional beverages.
- Tips, purchases, laundry and minibar charges.
- Early check-in, late checkout and extra nights.
- Inca Trail and additional Machu Picchu mountain access.
- Other optional or unlisted activities.
Choose Comfort or Premium
Comfort — USD 2,150
Per adult, based on two adults sharing.
- 3-star hotel category
- Expedition train, round-trip
- Private guided cultural visits
- Private road transfers
- Shared cooking experience with lunch
- No farewell dinner
Premium — USD 2,890
Per adult, based on two adults sharing.
- 4-star hotel category
- Vistadome train, round-trip
- Private guided cultural visits
- Private road transfers
- Private cooking experience with lunch
- One three-course farewell dinner
Train and Machu Picchu shuttle services are shared in both categories. Premium Vistadome is not Vistadome Observatory or a luxury train.
Good to Know
This seven-day journey starts and ends at Cusco Airport. The standard itinerary assumes arrival before 2:00 p.m. Your accepted quotation will specify hotels, room categories, train departure times, Machu Picchu entrance route, included services and confirmed arrangements.
Cusco and Machu Picchu involve altitude, stairs and uneven surfaces. Discuss relevant mobility needs before booking.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a cooking experience included?
Yes. The itinerary includes a market visit and cooking session with lunch. It is shared in Comfort and private for your party in Premium.
Is Machu Picchu included?
Yes. The entrance, shuttle and private guiding services described in the itinerary are included. The precise official route and time require confirmation.
Can we travel with children?
Families may request a customized quotation. Room occupancy, ages and suitability of activities are reviewed before confirmation.
Do we need to book flights separately?
Yes. The package begins and ends at Cusco Airport; flights are not included.
Your Seven Days in Cusco Start Here
Tell us your preferred dates, who will travel with you, and your Comfort or Premium preference. We will prepare a detailed quotation with the services and arrangements available for your visit.
No payment is required to request a quote.