| HOLIDAY NAME | : | Inti Raymi and Machupicchu |
| DURATION | : | 7 Days / 6 Nights |
| DEPARTURE | : | daily |
| SEASON | : | June ( winter solstice )south hemisphere |
| GROUP SIZE | : | Min. 2 / Max. 16 |
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SOUTH AMERICAN EXPLORERS / LONELY PLANET / FROMMERS /NYTIMES / CUSTOMER LIVE COMMENTS 2009. | Fixed Departures 2010 | Terms & Conditions | Methods of Payments | |
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This tour is for those of you that already know about Machupicchu, have heard about the wonders of Sacsayhuaman, and want to be able to experience the colourful festival of Inti Raymi (The Sun Festival) - an Inca ceremony to coincide with the winter equinox. The parade and ceremonial dance is a tribute to the sun god, including a ritual sacrifice of a llama. It is also a fiesta for the local citizens. This trip is not to be missed if you want to see more of the real Peru and how they celebrate their Incan festivals.
21st JUNE ARRIVAL IN CUSCO: Upon arrival in Cusco you will be met by your guide and transferred to your hotel. In the afternoon we meet for the City Tour. We visit the most important attractions in and around Cusco, e.g. Koricancha Temple, the Cathedral, the ruins of Sacsayhuaman over looking the city, Qenco, Puccapucara and Tambomachay ending in our hotel. (B)
22nd JUNE CUSCO - SACRED VALLEY (Full Day Tour): Following a delicious breakfast buffet at your hotel you will be met by your guide who will take you on a tour of The Sacred Valley of the Incas over the Vilcanota river. This tour includes a visit to the village of Pisac with its traditional local market. In the afternoon we pass through Calca and Urubamba to arrive at the village and fortress of Ollantaytambo. On our return to Cusco in the evening we visit the picturesque Andean village of Chincheros where the remains of what was the royal hacienda of Tupac Inca Yupanqui lies and admire its well preserved walls at the main square. The night is free for you to eat in a restaurant of your choice. Ask our guide for a suggestion. (B)
23rd JUNE CUSCO (Free Day): Today you have a free day to allow you to meander through the streets and markets of Cusco. An excellent opportunity to take some photographs or visit some of the other museums in Cusco. If you are feeling adventurous you can take one of our full day or half day optional tours like horse riding, mountain cycle or rafting. Please check out our optional tours. (B)
24th JUNE INTI RAYMI (Full Day Tour): We attend the impressive festival of Inti Raymi on Sacsayhuaman esplanade with a private guide and experience this ritual which has been celebrated since the time of the Inca. It is the central act of the celebration done in Cusco during this month, displaying the flamboyancy of the religious ceremonies of the Inca Empire. The ceremony begins at the Temple of Koricancha, continuing to the main square of the city, and ending at the esplanade of Sacsayhuaman. The central most important character is the Inca. When the ceremony ends the presentation of folkloric groups begins. All entrance fees and transportation is included, as well as a box lunch in the afternoon. (B/Box lunch)
25th JUNE MACHUPICCHU: We depart in the early morning aboard the Vistadomme train where we have our breakfast. Surveying the Sacred Valley of the Incas we make our way to the Machupicchu Sanctuary, one of the greatest archaeological wonders on the planet. Here we will have a guided tour explaining some of the background and history behind the citadel. After a long day we will relax in the hot springs or in your Machupicchu Pueblo hotel. We over night here. (B)
26th JUNE MACHUPICCHU - CUSCO: For those that want to, after breakfast you can return to Machupicchu for another chance to visit the ruins. There is no guide so you may enjoy Machupicchu at our own pace. Perhaps you wish to visit Huayna Picchu or the Moon Temple - this is your opportunity. In the afternoon we will return to Cusco. In the evening we have a farewell dinner with a typical dancing show. (B/D)
* Please note that the entrance and bus fee to Machupicchu for this day are not included.
27th JUNE HOTEL - AIRPORT: We have breakfast in the hotel before being transferred to Cusco airport. Good-Bye - we hope to see you again soon.
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