Discover the highlights of Cuzco and the Sacred Valley of Peru
Discover the highlights of Cuzco and the Sacred Valley of Peru
This trip is the perfect introduction to the highlights of Cuzco and the Sacred Valley area, explored predominantly on foot. On this short adventure, explore Cuzco, one of the most beautiful cities in South America, plus some of the ruins in the surrounding area, including Tambomachay and Sacsayhuaman. Travel to Ollantaytambo and visit the Pumamarca ruins before trekking through the Sacred Valley. Join the One-Day Inca Trail with impressive views of the valley and the Urubamba River, visiting Wiñay Wayna and reaching the Sun Gate and the sight of Machu Picchu. Explore Machu Picchu, one of the architectural and engineering marvels of the ancient world, before returning to Cuzco.
The diverse geography of Peru results in a climate that varies greatly by both region and season.
Cuzco and the Andes have a temperate climate. December to March is the rainy season in Cuzco/the Andes and April to November is the dry season, characterised by clear skies and strong sunshine in the mornings, sometimes clouding over as the day progresses. Daytime temperatures are usually pleasant (approximately 20C/68F on average) but night times only 5C-10C (41F-50F), except for May, June, July and August when days are cooler and nights are often close to, or a few degrees below, freezing. In the Andes, anything is possible at any time of year, including cloud, rain or even snow, with rapid and unexpected changes.
Aguas Calientes and Machu Picchu are in the cloud forest and, as such, attract large amounts of precipitation all year as clouds move up from the Amazon Basin. Rain here can be heavy but is seldom prolonged. Cold fronts sometimes occur from July to August.
Peru is affected by El Niño weather phenomenon whereby warming of Pacific Ocean surface water off South America drives a shift in the atmospheric circulation, resulting in abnormally high levels of rainfall over parts of South America. These events occur at irregular intervals of two to seven years, and last nine months to two years. A strong El Niño event occurred in 2014-16.
This trip is rated Activity Level 2 (Leisurely/Moderate) – please refer to our Activity Level guidelines. Anyone of reasonable fitness and with prior walking experience should find no real difficulties. No experience of trekking at altitude is required.
Please note, it is essential you read the Inca Trail and Machu Picchu regulations in the Important Information section of the Trip Notes before you book this trip.
As this trip spends considerable time at altitude in Cuzco, we ask you to refer to the altitude warning in the Trip Notes. All our itineraries have built-in acclimatisation days before starting our Inca Trail treks.
Walking hours stated within the itinerary are given as approximates only. Timings stated include lunch and photo stops and vary depending on the group’s pace.
By accepting our offer in writing, you/you confirm that our terms and conditions have both been read and understood and that cancellation fees may apply if the trip is cancelled.
AVAILABLE DATES | PRICE (1 ADULT) | PRICE (1 CHILDREN) | Single room supplement | TRAVEL STATUS | |
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Sun, 19 May 2024 / Sat, 25 May 2024 | NOK 17 740 | On request | NOK 3 140 | Available | |
Sun, 09 Jun 2024 / Sat, 15 Jun 2024 | NOK 17 740 | On request | NOK 3 140 | Available | |
Sun, 21 Jul 2024 / Sat, 27 Jul 2024 | NOK 17 740 | On request | NOK 3 140 | Available | |
Sun, 08 Sep 2024 / Sat, 14 Sep 2024 | NOK 17 740 | On request | NOK 3 140 | Available | |
Sun, 13 Oct 2024 / Sat, 19 Oct 2024 | NOK 17 740 | On request | NOK 3 140 | Available |
AVAILABLE DATES | PRICE (1 ADULT) | PRICE (1 CHILDREN) | SINGLE ROOM SUPPLEMENT | TRAVEL STATUS | |
Sun, 19 May 2024 / Sat, 25 May 2024 | NOK 17 740 | On request | NOK 3 140 | On request | |
Sun, 09 Jun 2024 / Sat, 15 Jun 2024 | NOK 17 740 | On request | NOK 3 140 | On request | |
Sun, 21 Jul 2024 / Sat, 27 Jul 2024 | NOK 17 740 | On request | NOK 3 140 | On request | |
Sun, 08 Sep 2024 / Sat, 14 Sep 2024 | NOK 17 740 | On request | NOK 3 140 | On request | |
Sun, 13 Oct 2024 / Sat, 19 Oct 2024 | NOK 17 740 | On request | NOK 3 140 | On request |
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