Lima & Cusco Luxury Private Journey 6 Days
The journey
Lima & Cusco Luxury Private Journey – 6 Days / 5 Nights
Discover the very best of Peru on a private 6-day luxury journey, designed by local experts with more than 30 years of experience to help you acclimatize naturally and travel in total comfort.
Your journey begins with a flight from Lima to Cusco and a private transfer straight to the Sacred Valley. It sits lower than Cusco, so your body can adjust gently while you relax at the 5-star Tambo del Inka. After exploring Pisac, Moray and Maras, ride the Vistadome train to Aguas Calientes and spend the night at the Sumaq Machu Picchu Hotel.
The next morning, explore Machu Picchu with your private guide, enjoy lunch at the exclusive Belmond Sanctuary Lodge, and return on the Vistadome Observatory train. Then settle into the JW Marriott El Convento in Cusco. Fully acclimatized, you'll hike to the famous Rainbow Mountain before a final private tour of Cusco and your flight back to Lima.
Tour Highlights:
- 5-star hotels: Tambo del Inka, Sumaq Machu Picchu and JW Marriott El Convento
- Round-trip domestic flights Lima–Cusco–Lima
- Smart acclimatization route starting in the Sacred Valley
- Private guided tour of Machu Picchu
- Lunch at the Belmond Sanctuary Lodge
- Vistadome train and Vistadome Observatory return
- Rainbow Mountain hike with a private guide
- Private transportation and English-speaking guides throughout
- Operated directly by TrueAndes
Optional upgrade: Belmond Monasterio or Belmond Palacio Nazarenas in Cusco (additional cost).
Duration: 6 Days / 5 Nights
Starting point: Lima, Peru
Price: US$4,200 per person (based on 2 travelers)
Day by day
Flight Lima to Cusco & Private Transfer to the Sacred Valley
Your journey begins with a domestic flight from Lima to Cusco. Upon arrival, your private TrueAndes representative will welcome you at the airport and take you in your private vehicle directly to the Sacred Valley of the Incas. It sits lower than Cusco, so this is the ideal place to acclimatize naturally.
Along the way, your private guide will share stories of the Andes and its traditional villages. Check in at the 5-star Tambo del Inka Resort and spend the afternoon relaxing and adjusting to the altitude.
Overnight: Tambo del Inka, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa (Sacred Valley)
Meals: Dinner
Private transportation | Private guide | 24/7 assistance
Private Sacred Valley Tour: Pisac, Moray & Maras
After breakfast, set out on a fully private tour of the Sacred Valley, at your own pace and with no groups. Visit the impressive Inca terraces and traditional market of Pisac, the circular agricultural terraces of Moray, and the stunning Maras Salt Mines, still worked by local families as they were centuries ago.
Enjoy lunch at El Huacatay restaurant in Urubamba, known for its creative Novo-Andean cuisine, before returning to your hotel for a relaxing evening.
Optional upgrade: tasting menu at MIL restaurant by chef Virgilio Martínez, next to Moray (additional cost).
Overnight: Tambo del Inka, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa (Sacred Valley)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Private transportation | Private guide | 24/7 assistance
Ollantaytambo & Vistadome Train to Aguas Calientes
After breakfast, explore the Ollantaytambo archaeological complex with your private guide, one of the most remarkable living Inca towns in Peru.
In the afternoon, board the Vistadome train toward Aguas Calientes and enjoy panoramic windows with spectacular views of mountains, rivers and cloud forest. Upon arrival, our representative will escort you to your 5-star hotel.
Overnight: Sumaq Machu Picchu Hotel (Aguas Calientes)
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Private guide | 24/7 assistance
Private Machu Picchu Tour, Lunch at Sanctuary Lodge & Return to Cusco
Early in the morning, take the shuttle bus up to Machu Picchu. With your private guide, explore the magnificent Inca citadel and discover its history, architecture and spiritual meaning. Your visit follows the official circuit assigned to your entrance ticket.
After the tour, enjoy an exclusive lunch at the Belmond Sanctuary Lodge, the only hotel located right at the entrance of Machu Picchu.
In the afternoon, return on the Vistadome Observatory train, with its open-air observation car, to Ollantaytambo. Your private vehicle will be waiting to take you to Cusco.
Overnight: JW Marriott El Convento Cusco
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Private transportation | Private guide | 24/7 assistance
Private Rainbow Mountain Hike
Now fully acclimatized, depart early in your private vehicle toward Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca). Enjoy breakfast on the way, then hike with your private guide through spectacular Andean landscapes, alpacas and traditional communities to the famous viewpoint at 5,036 m (16,522 ft).
After taking in the colorful mountain views, hike back, enjoy lunch, and return to Cusco to relax at your hotel.
Activity: Hiking only. No ATV or quad bike transportation.
Difficulty: Moderate to challenging due to the high altitude.
Overnight: JW Marriott El Convento Cusco
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Private transportation | Private guide | 24/7 assistance
Private Cusco City Tour & Flight to Lima
After breakfast, enjoy a private guided tour of Cusco, visiting the Qorikancha (Temple of the Sun) and the impressive Sacsayhuaman fortress.
At the appropriate time, your private vehicle will take you to Cusco International Airport for your flight back to Lima, marking the end of your unforgettable luxury journey through the Peruvian Andes.
Meals: Breakfast
Private transportation | Private guide
End of TrueAndes services.
What's included
Included
INCLUDES – WHAT'S INCLUDED- Round-trip domestic flights: Lima–Cusco–Lima.
- Private airport reception and transfers in Cusco.
- Private transportation throughout the entire journey.
- Private professional English-speaking guide for every tour.
- 24/7 assistance from the TrueAndes team during your trip.
- Accommodation (5-star hotels, double room):
- 2 nights at Tambo del Inka, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa (Sacred Valley).
- 1 night at Sumaq Machu Picchu Hotel (Aguas Calientes).
- 2 nights at JW Marriott El Convento Cusco.
- Tours and entrance fees:
- Private Sacred Valley tour: Pisac, Moray and Maras Salt Mines.
- Private guided visit to Ollantaytambo.
- Official Machu Picchu entrance ticket, subject to availability.
- Round-trip shuttle bus Aguas Calientes–Machu Picchu.
- Private guided tour of Machu Picchu.
- Private Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca) hike.
- Private Cusco city tour: Qorikancha and Sacsayhuaman.
- All entrance fees to the sites in the itinerary.
- Trains: Vistadome train from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes.
- Vistadome Observatory train from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo.
- Meals: Daily breakfast at your hotels.
- Day 1: Dinner at Tambo del Inka.
- Day 2: Lunch at El Huacatay restaurant (Urubamba).
- Day 3: Dinner at Sumaq Machu Picchu Hotel.
- Day 4: Lunch at Belmond Sanctuary Lodge.
- Day 5: Breakfast and lunch during the Rainbow Mountain excursion.
Not included
NOT INCLUDED – WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED- International flights to and from Peru.
- Travel and medical insurance (strongly recommended).
- Meals not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Alcoholic beverages and additional drinks.
- Entrance tickets to Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain (available as an optional add-on).
- Horse rental at Rainbow Mountain.
- Optional upgrades: Belmond Monasterio or Belmond Palacio Nazarenas in Cusco, and the tasting menu at MIL restaurant.
- Spa treatments and other hotel services.
- Tips for guides, drivers and other service staff.
- Personal expenses and souvenirs.
- Extra costs from flight delays, cancellations or circumstances beyond the tour operator's control.
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Questions before you go
Clear answers for planning this tour.
Is 6 days enough to explore Cusco and Machu Picchu?
Yes. This private 6-day journey covers the Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Rainbow Mountain and Cusco at a comfortable pace. The route starts in the Sacred Valley, which sits lower than Cusco, so you can acclimatize naturally before the higher-altitude activities.
Are hotels included in the tour price?
Yes. The US$4,200 per person price includes 5 nights in 5-star hotels: 2 nights at Tambo del Inka (Sacred Valley), 1 night at Sumaq Machu Picchu Hotel (Aguas Calientes) and 2 nights at JW Marriott El Convento (Cusco). Upgrades to Belmond Monasterio or Belmond Palacio Nazarenas are available at an additional cost.
What should I know about altitude sickness?
Cusco is located at about 3,400 m (11,155 ft), while the Sacred Valley is lower, at about 2,870 m (9,420 ft). That's why this journey begins in the Sacred Valley, giving your body time to adjust gently. Rainbow Mountain reaches 5,036 m (16,522 ft) and is scheduled for Day 5, once you are well acclimatized. We recommend staying hydrated and resting on arrival. Travelers with medical concerns should consult their doctor before traveling.
Is the Rainbow Mountain hike difficult?
The hike is moderate to challenging, mainly because of the high altitude. It is done at your own pace with a private guide and private transportation from Cusco. ATVs and quad bikes are not part of the itinerary, but horses can be rented on site for an additional cost.
Are domestic flights included in the tour price?
Yes. Round-trip domestic flights Lima–Cusco–Lima are included, along with private airport transfers in Cusco. International flights to and from Peru are not included.
Are meals included during the tour?
Daily breakfast at your hotels, dinner at Tambo del Inka on Day 1, lunch at El Huacatay restaurant on Day 2, dinner at Sumaq Machu Picchu Hotel on Day 3, lunch at the Belmond Sanctuary Lodge on Day 4, and breakfast and lunch during the Rainbow Mountain excursion on Day 5. Dietary needs, such as vegetarian or gluten-free, can be arranged in advance.
Is the Machu Picchu entrance ticket included?
Yes. Your official Machu Picchu entrance ticket, round-trip shuttle bus and private guide are included. Tickets are subject to availability, so we recommend booking as early as possible. Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain can be added as an option.
Which trains are included?
You travel from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes on the Vistadome train and return on the Vistadome Observatory train, which features an open-air observation car. Your private vehicle will then take you to Cusco.
Is this a private tour?
Yes. This is a fully private journey operated directly by TrueAndes, with no groups. It includes private transportation, a private English-speaking guide for every tour, and 24/7 assistance from our team throughout your trip.
How much is the deposit to confirm my booking?
A 50% deposit is required to confirm your reservation. The remaining 50% is paid upon arrival in Cusco, before the tour begins. All reservations are subject to the availability of Machu Picchu tickets, hotels, trains and domestic flights. Your booking is confirmed once TrueAndes issues the final confirmation.