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The Heart of the Empire, Private Tour

6 days
Start and end in Cusco
4.3
4 traveler reviews
The Heart of the Empire, Private Tour - LimaTours
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Tour Operator:
LimaTours
Max group size:
4
Age range:
10 to 99
Operated in:
English, French, Spanish +2 more
Tour id:
150695
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Highlights

  • Explore pre-Columbian history at Inkariy Museum
  • Witness traditional crafts in Chinchero town
  • Discover Machu Picchu with an expert guide
  • Stroll through Cusco and visit ancient sites
  • Enjoy scenic train rides through the Andes

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 ARRIVAL CUSCO – SACRED VALLEY (50km – 1.5 hours)
  2. Day 2 SACRED VALLEY – CHINCHERO – OLLANTAYTAMBO (85Km - 2 hrs)
  3. Day 3 SACRED VALLEY – MACHU PICCHU – AGUAS CALIENTES (75km – 1.5 hrs)
  4. Day 4 MACHU PICCHU - CUSCO (115Km - 4 hours)
  5. Day 5 CUSCOCITY TOUR & NEARBY ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITE
  6. Day 6 DEPARTURE CUSCO
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What's Included

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  • Accommodation
  • Guide
  • Meals
  • Additional Services
  • Transport

What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

Where You'll Stay

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Operated by

LimaTours

Number of tours

70

Age Range

10 to 90 years old

Response time

8 hours

Response rate

100%

In 1956, LimaTours set forth on an exciting adventure of sharing with the world the wonders of Peru. Today, our team of local experts operates groups and private tours throughout the country, always holding on to our founders' legacy: Crafting magnificent experiences in Peru, one guest at a time....

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Customer Reviews

  • Overall Rating
    Excellent
    4.3
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    4.7
  • Guide
    Good
    4.0
  • Transport
    Excellent
    4.7
  • Accommodation
    Excellent
    4.7
  • Food
    Excellent
    4.3
  • 4.9
  • MJ
    · October 23rd, 2024
    A well executed tour. I travelled solo. I had someone greet me at the airport on arrival and departure. The hotels they chose for the tour were excellent. Clean and visually interesting hotels. All tour guides were helpful and friendly. I would use Lima Tours again. I also got to meet other travellers during group tours. So nice to meet other people and make some new friends. I felt completely safe as a solo traveller and in good hands. I did the Heart of The Empire tour. Well done Lima Tours! M. from Australia.
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    LimaTours commented on this review
    Hello Mary, Thank you for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the Heart of the Empire tour, felt safe traveling solo, and made new friends along the way. It was a pleasure to have you with us, and we look forward to your next adventure... Show more
    Trip date: October 2024
  • VG
    · May 14th, 2024
    Peru is an absolutely beautify country and a definitely must see! All the guides were very friendly and informative. Day 2 SACRED VALLEY – CHINCHERO – OLLANTAYTAMBO was absolutely lovely with a full day of activity. The place I stayed at Ollantaytambo was so peaceful and beautiful surrounded by mountains. The trip to Machu Picchu was well organised. You are picked up from the hotel and taken to the train station. The train ride is stunning. Unfortunately I didn’t have window seats going or coming so you need to ensure when you book that window seats are a non negotiable. You are met by a guide who takes accompanies ypu on the bus trip up the mountain to Machu Picchu and gives you a guided tour. I was booked on circuit 4 to my absolute disappointment. ( it is important to make sure when you book the tour that you are are on circuit 1&2) I tried to get tickets for circuit 1&2 the following day. Sadly after sitting in the line at the government office for almost 2 hours the only time for circuit 1&2 tickets was at 2 pm and my train was already booked for 2. I returned to Cusco very disappointed.
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    LimaTours commented on this review
    Dear Vimla, we are happy to know that you were able to enjoy the peace and tranquility of Cusco and the Sacred Valley, as well as its tourist attractions. Regarding the access circuits to Machu Picchu, we reserve those enabled by the Ministry of Culture... Show more
    Trip date: May 2024
  • MB
    · March 7th, 2020
    Tour was well done. We were well taken care of.
    LimaTours commented on this review
    Dear Murray, thank you for your comment. We are glad that you had a good time during your visit and learned more about the local culture.
    Trip date: March 2020
  • JB
    · December 2nd, 2019
    This was an absolutely amazing tour! Everything was beautiful, the guides so nice and helpful and VERY well organized!
    LimaTours commented on this review
    Dear Jessica, we are glad to hear the you had a great time during the tour! It was our pleasure to share the culture and traditions of the Incas with you. We hope to see you soon again!
    Trip date: November 2019

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The Heart of the Empire, Private Tour
From Cusco to Cusco

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