15 days in Cusco Region Itinerary

Day Expeditions Travel has been added to your itinerary. On the 10th (Sun), spend a fun day on foot with Walking tours. Spend the 7th (Thu) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. There's lots more to do: steep yourself in history at Sacsayhuaman, explore the world behind art at Museo de Arte Precolombino, delve into the distant past at Qorikancha, and take in the architecture and atmosphere at Cusco Cathedral.

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London, UK to Cusco is an approximately 18.5-hour flight. You'll gain 5 hours traveling from London to Cusco due to the time zone difference. Plan for a bit cooler nights when traveling from London in September since evenings lows in Cusco dip to 5°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 10th (Sun) early enough to catch the shuttle to Ollantaytambo.

Get out of town with these interesting Ollantaytambo side-trips: Maras (Moray & Salinas de Maras), Yucay Museo de Cultura Viva (in Yucay) and Iglesia San Martin de Tours (in Huarocondo). There's lots more to do: explore the ancient world of Sacred Valley of the Incas, appreciate the extensive heritage of Qosqo Ayllu, look for gifts at Anaqmisk'i Miel, and tour the pleasant surroundings at Hacienda del Chalan.

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Getting from Cusco to Ollantaytambo by shuttle takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. September in Ollantaytambo sees daily highs of 25°C and lows of 5°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Wed) so you can take a train to Machu Picchu.

Machu Picchu is known for historic sites, nature, and sightseeing. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: steep yourself in history at Santuario Historico de Machu Picchu, delve into the distant past at Choquequirao Archeological Park, take some stellar pictures from Intipuncu, and take in the awesome beauty at Phutuq K'usi.

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Getting from Ollantaytambo to Machu Picchu by train takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: drive. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Sun) so you can fly back home.