42 days in Cusco Region Itinerary
Created using Klarna Trips Cusco Region journey planner
Start: Cusco
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Mollepata
— 5 nights
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Machu Picchu
— 6 nights
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Paucartambo
— 5 nights
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Lares
— 6 nights
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Calca
— 6 nights
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Cusco
— 13 nights
End: Cusco
Thu, Aug 15 - Wed, Sep 25
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Mollepata — 5 nights
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Mollepata is known for museums. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: contemplate the long history of Choquequirao Archeological Park and see the interesting displays at Casa Salkantay Museo Restaurant.
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Cusco to Mollepata is an approximately 2.5-hour car ride. In August in Mollepata, expect temperatures between 24°C during the day and 2°C at night. On the 20th (Tue), you'll travel to Machu Picchu.
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Cusco to Mollepata is an approximately 2.5-hour car ride. In August in Mollepata, expect temperatures between 24°C during the day and 2°C at night. On the 20th (Tue), you'll travel to Machu Picchu.
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Machu Picchu — 6 nights
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A symbol of the Incan civilization, the abandoned city of Machu Picchu represents a must-see on a Peru vacation.Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Machu Picchu: Zipline (in Santa Teresa) and Siete Tinajas (in Quillabamba). Next up on the itinerary: contemplate the long history of Santuario Historico de Machu Picchu, explore the ancient world of Winay Wayna, witness a stunning natural landmark at Hot Springs (Aguas Calientes), and take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Phutuq K'usi.
For more things to do, reviews, traveler tips, and other tourist information, you can read our Machu Picchu day trip planner.
The Route module can help you plan travel from Mollepata to Machu Picchu. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Mon) to allow enough time to travel to Paucartambo.
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Paucartambo — 5 nights
Paucartambo is a town in Southern Peru, capital of the province Paucartambo in the region Cusco. Paucartambo is known for nature. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: get great views at Tres Cruces and witness a stunning natural landmark at Aguas Termales de Chimur.
To see ratings, traveler tips, where to stay, and other tourist information, use the Paucartambo travel route builder website.
Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Machu Picchu to Paucartambo. In August in Paucartambo, expect temperatures between 24°C during the day and 2°C at night. On the 31st (Sat), you'll travel to Lares.
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Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Machu Picchu to Paucartambo. In August in Paucartambo, expect temperatures between 24°C during the day and 2°C at night. On the 31st (Sat), you'll travel to Lares.
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Lares — 6 nights
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Lares is known for nature. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: hike along Lares Trek and witness a stunning natural landmark at Aguas Termales de Lares.
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Drive from Paucartambo to Lares in 4 hours. In August, daytime highs in Lares are 24°C, while nighttime lows are 2°C. You'll set off for Calca on the 6th (Fri).
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Drive from Paucartambo to Lares in 4 hours. In August, daytime highs in Lares are 24°C, while nighttime lows are 2°C. You'll set off for Calca on the 6th (Fri).
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Calca — 6 nights
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Change things up with these side-trips from Calca: Chinchero (Tupay Textiles, Iglesia Colonial de Chinchero, &more).
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Getting from Lares to Calca by car takes about 2 hours. In September in Calca, expect temperatures between 25°C during the day and 5°C at night. You'll set off for Cusco on the 12th (Thu).
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Getting from Lares to Calca by car takes about 2 hours. In September in Calca, expect temperatures between 25°C during the day and 5°C at night. You'll set off for Cusco on the 12th (Thu).
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Cusco — 13 nights
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Imperial City
Capital of the Inca Empire for three centuries, World Heritage-listed Cusco is now a major tourist destination, drawing nearly 2 million annual tourists with its well-preserved colonial architecture and proximity to Machu Picchu.Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Cusco: Urubamba (Mercado De Urubamaba, Iglesia de Urubamba, &more), Maras (Moray & Salinas de Maras) and Ollantaytambo (Qosqo Ayllu, Archaeological Park Ollantaytambo, &more). There's lots more to do: explore the ancient world of Sacsayhuaman, take in the local highlights with Walking tours, don't miss a visit to Pisac, and take in the architecture and atmosphere at Cusco Cathedral.
To see traveler tips, reviews, ratings, and other tourist information, read our Cusco trip itinerary builder app.
Traveling by car from Calca to Cusco takes 1.5 hours. Expect a daytime high around 25°C in September, and nighttime lows around 5°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 25th (Wed) to allow time for travel back home.
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Cusco Region travel guide
Most visitors take a trip to Cusco Region for a chance to explore the eponymous city, capital of the mighty Incan Empire for over three centuries. Aside from discovering the World Heritage-listed city, which draws two million annual visitors, most Cusco Region tours involve visits to the legendary Machu Picchu. Known to many history buffs as the "Lost City of the Incas," these photogenic ruins remain one of the world's most visited archeological sites. A comprehensive Cusco Region vacation also includes an exploration of local cuisine, famed for specialties like the alpaca steak and roasted cuy (guinea pig).
