8 Days to Machu Picchu: Unveiling Ancient Wonders

Fran Martinez

8 Dec 2023

Embark on an epic journey to Machu Picchu, Peru, and discover the mystical allure of the Inca civilization. Immerse yourself in the rich history and breathtaking landscapes as you explore ancient ruins, vibrant markets, and hidden gems. Get ready for an adventure of a lifetime!

Trip to Machu Picchu

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Day 1Unveiling the Secrets of Santo Domingo

$75

$ 2

Church and Convent of Santo Domingo of Guzmán

Spanish church & convent built on top of & with materials from the sacred Inca temple Qorikancha.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$50

6 - 8 min

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10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$25

Day 2The Golden Temple and Mysterious Fortress

No time set

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Free

Day 3The Heart of Cuzco and Sacred Rituals

$125

$ 4

Lively urban gathering place offering colonial arcades, a cathedral, gardens & a central fountain.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$25

18 - 22 min

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Ancient megalithic site with the remains of an Incan temple & tunnels carved from rock.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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$50

11 - 14 min

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This Inca site with canals, waterfalls & aqueducts is thought to have been built to worship water.

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$50

Day 4Conquering the Mighty Saqsaywaman

$100

$ 2

Inca complex surrounded by walls that were made by fitting stones tightly together without mortar.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$75

10 - 12 min

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Bustling covered market with stalls for produce, meat, clothing, souvenirs, snacks & fresh juices.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$25

Day 5Architectural Marvels and Spiritual Serenity

$75

$ 4

Iconic baroque church, built from 1605–1765, known for its elaborately carved, gilded interior.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$25

2908 - 3490 min

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Placed in the wall of a once-Incan palace, this legendary stone is said to hold up the structure.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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$25

60 - 72 min

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Saint Peter the Apostle of Andahuaylillas

This 16th-century church dubbed the "Sistine Chapel of the Andes" offers ornate murals & decor.

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$25

Day 6Unraveling the Mysteries of Moray

$100

$ 2

Inca archaeological site on a high plateau featuring a series of concentric terraces.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$50

124 - 149 min

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Pre-Columbian ruins of a vast sacred site for rituals, with many stone foundations & avenues.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$50

Day 7Journey into Pre-Columbian Art

$50

Elegant museum housed in an 1805 building & featuring exhibits of pre-Columbian artworks & a shop.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$50

Day 8The Final Expedition to Machu Picchu

Budget breakdown: $537 In total

Activities & Food:$525

Transport:$12