6 days in Cusco Region Itinerary
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Start: Arequipa
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Cusco
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Machu Picchu
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Huarcapay
— 1 night
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End: Arequipa
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Cusco — 3 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.Sacsayhuaman and Plaza de Armas will appeal to history buffs. Get some cultural insight at Qorikancha and Cusco Cathedral. There's lots more to do: admire the striking features of Centro Historico De Cusco, pause for some serene contemplation at Iglesia de la Compania de Jesus, don't miss a visit to San Blas, and get engrossed in the history at Museo de Arte Precolombino.
To find other places to visit, reviews, and more tourist information, read Cusco road trip site.
Arequipa to Cusco is an approximately 3.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Arequipa in January, plan for slightly colder nights in Cusco, with lows around 9°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 28th (Mon) early enough to go by car to Machu Picchu.
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Machu Picchu — 1 night
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A symbol of the Incan civilization, the abandoned city of Machu Picchu represents a must-see on a Peru vacation.Start off your visit on the 29th (Tue): explore the ancient world of Intipuncu and then contemplate the long history of Santuario Historico de Machu Picchu.
To see maps, reviews, ratings, and more tourist information, read our Machu Picchu trip planner.
Traveling by car from Cusco to Machu Picchu takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and train; or take a train. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Tue) so you can travel to Huarcapay.
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Huarcapay — 1 night
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Start off your visit on the 30th (Wed): appreciate the extensive heritage of Rumicolca, explore the ancient world of Piquillacta, and then find something for the whole family at Bosque de los ENTS.
For other places to visit, more things to do, traveler tips, and more tourist information, you can read our Huarcapay trip itinerary planner.
Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Machu Picchu to Huarcapay. In January in Huarcapay, expect temperatures between 22°C during the day and 9°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Wed) so you can drive back home.
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For other places to visit, more things to do, traveler tips, and more tourist information, you can read our Huarcapay trip itinerary planner.
Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Machu Picchu to Huarcapay. In January in Huarcapay, expect temperatures between 22°C during the day and 9°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Wed) so you can drive 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).
