Peru Tour Package 10 Days: Cusco, Short Inca Trail, Machu Picchu & Manu

Trip Overview

This 10-day / 9-night Peru tour operates year-round and offers guaranteed departures with a minimum of just two travelers, making it an excellent option for couples, friends, or small groups who want to discover some of Peru’s most impressive destinations without having to wait for large groups to form.

Throughout the journey, you will participate in carefully organized tours in each destination, accompanied by professional guides and supported by coordinated logistics so you can enjoy every experience with peace of mind.

This comprehensive 10-day Peru tour combines history, adventure, and nature. You will explore the historic city of Cusco, travel through the Sacred Valley of the Incas, hike along the legendary Short Inca Trail, reach the extraordinary citadel of Machu Picchu, and conclude your adventure by exploring the incredible biodiversity of the Manu Cultural Zone in the Peruvian Amazon.

Travel with confidence, accompanied by experienced guides, tourist transportation, and a dedicated team committed to providing authentic and unforgettable experiences throughout your journey through the Peruvian Andes and Amazon.

New Regulations for Visiting Machu Picchu

Since June 1, 2024, a new regulation has been implemented with the aim of protecting and preserving the Machu Picchu citadel. Access to Machu Picchu has been reorganized into three different circuits, which are further divided into different types of tickets.

Each circuit allows visitors to explore specific areas of Machu Picchu, so the availability of your circuit and entry time will depend on how far in advance you make your reservation. Due to the limited number of available spaces, we recommend planning your visit to Machu Picchu 3 to 4 months in advance.

If you wish to enhance your visit with additional routes such as Huayna Picchu Mountain or Machu Picchu Mountain, these require separate tickets and are subject to availability.

Under the current entry system, we recommend boarding the bus to Machu Picchu 40 minutes to 1 hour before the entry time indicated on your ticket. This will allow you to arrive at the entrance to the Inca citadel with sufficient time.

For detailed information about the circuits and schedules, you can refer to our “Schedules and New Circuits for Visiting Machu Picchu” link or contact us for further assistance. We are here to help you organize an unforgettable experience at Machu Picchu.

Peru Adventure: Cusco, Inca Trail, Machu Picchu and Manu 10 Days / 9 Nights

Included in your 10-Day / 9-Night Peru Tour

 

  • Day 1: Arrival in Cusco – Airport reception and transfer to the selected hotel.
  • Day 2: Sacred Valley of the Incas – Pickup from your hotel, tourist transportation, professional guide, and visits to the main scheduled attractions of the Sacred Valley. Return to Cusco.
  • Day 3: Cusco City Tour – Tourist transportation, professional guide, and visits to the main historical attractions and archaeological sites in Cusco and its surroundings.
  • Day 4: Short Inca Trail – Transfer to the starting point, entrance to the Inca Trail, professional guide, and hike along the Short Inca Trail toward Machu Picchu. Overnight in Aguas Calientes.
  • Day 5: Machu Picchu – Cusco – Round-trip bus between Aguas Calientes and Machu Picchu, entrance to Machu Picchu, guided tour of the Inca citadel, return train ticket, and transfer to Cusco.
  • Day 6: Cusco – Manu Cultural Zone – Tourist transportation from Cusco to the Manu Cultural Zone, professional guide, scheduled meals, and accommodation.
  • Day 7: Manu Cultural Zone – Scheduled excursions, professional guide, flora and fauna observation activities, meals, and accommodation.
  • Day 8: Manu – Return to Cusco – Scheduled activities, meals, and tourist transportation back to the city of Cusco.
  • Day 9: Cusco – Free Day – Free day to relax, explore the city, go shopping, or enjoy Cusco at your own pace.
  • Day 10: End of the Journey – Pickup from your hotel and transfer to Cusco Airport – End of the tour.
  • 6 nights in a hotel in Cusco
  • 1 night in a hotel in Aguas Calientes
  • 2 nights of accommodation in the Manu Cultural Zone

Not Included in your 10-Day / 9-Night Peru Tour:

  • Breakfasts, lunches, and dinners not specified in the itinerary
  • Domestic or international flights
  • Entrance to Huayna Picchu Mountain
  • Entrance to Machu Picchu Mountain
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips for guides and staff
  • Additional services or activities not specified in the itinerary


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Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Cusco – Acclimatization

Upon your arrival at Cusco Airport, our staff will be waiting to welcome you and transfer you to your hotel.

After check-in, you will have the rest of the day free to relax and begin acclimatizing to the altitude. We recommend taking it easy during your first few hours in the city and enjoying a relaxing walk through Cusco’s historic center.

Day 2: Sacred Valley Tour

After breakfast, we will begin our excursion to the Sacred Valley of the Incas, one of the most important and beautiful regions of Cusco.

During the tour, we will visit some of the main attractions of the Sacred Valley, where you will learn more about the history, culture, and architecture of the Inca civilization while enjoying impressive Andean landscapes.

At the end of the tour, we will return to the city of Cusco, where you will spend the night.

Day 3: Cusco City Tour

On this day, we will explore the city of Cusco and its main tourist and archaeological attractions.

We will visit some of the most representative sites of the former capital of the Inca Empire, as well as important archaeological sites located around the city.

In addition to discovering the history and culture of Cusco, this day will also allow you to continue acclimatizing before beginning the Short Inca Trail.

Day 4: Short Inca Trail – Beginning the Hike to Machu Picchu

Today you will begin one of the most memorable experiences of your journey: the 2-day / 1-night Short Inca Trail.

During the hike, you will follow part of the historic Inca Trail while enjoying impressive mountain landscapes, nature, and archaeological sites located along the route.

This option is ideal for travelers who want to reach Machu Picchu on foot along an authentic Inca route but have less time available than is required for the Classic Inca Trail.

At the end of the day, you will continue to Aguas Calientes to rest before your visit to Machu Picchu.

Day 5: Machu Picchu – Return to Cusco

On this day, you will visit the legendary Inca citadel of Machu Picchu.

You will enjoy a guided tour of this extraordinary archaeological site, where you will explore some of its most important sectors and learn about Inca history, architecture, and culture.

After your visit, you will return to Aguas Calientes and later board the train back. Upon arrival at the corresponding train station, you will continue by transportation to the city of Cusco.

Day 6: Cusco – Beginning the Journey to the Manu Cultural Zone

We will begin our adventure into the Peruvian Amazon by traveling from Cusco to the Manu Cultural Zone.

During the journey, you will be able to observe the gradual transition from Andean landscapes to ecosystems with increasingly lush vegetation and greater biodiversity.

This day marks the beginning of a completely different experience, surrounded by nature and the extraordinary natural richness that characterizes Manu National Park and its surrounding areas.

Day 7: Manu Cultural Zone – Nature and Wildlife

We will continue exploring the Manu Cultural Zone, a region renowned for its extraordinary biodiversity.

During the day, you will have the opportunity to enjoy nature, observe different species of flora and fauna, and discover some of the ecosystems that characterize the Peruvian Amazon.

This experience will allow you to discover a completely different side of Peru, surrounded by tropical vegetation and wildlife.

Day 8: Manu Cultural Zone – Return to Cusco

After enjoying a final day surrounded by the landscapes and biodiversity of Manu, we will begin our return journey to the city of Cusco.

During the trip, you will once again be able to appreciate the transition between Amazonian and Andean landscapes.

Upon arrival in Cusco, you will be transferred to your accommodation to rest after this unforgettable experience in the Peruvian Amazon.

Day 9: Cusco – Free Day

You will have the entire day free to relax or continue exploring Cusco at your own pace.

You may use the day to walk through the historic center, visit markets and handicraft shops, buy souvenirs, enjoy local cuisine, or simply relax after the different tours completed during your journey.

Day 10: Cusco – Airport Transfer

At the previously coordinated time, we will pick you up from your hotel in Cusco and transfer you to the airport.

With this service, our 10-day journey through Peru comes to an end after experiencing Cusco, the Sacred Valley, the Inca Trail, Machu Picchu, and the Peruvian Amazon.

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