5-Day Private Peru: Inca Capital Snapshot

5 private days through Cusco, the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu, on your schedule.

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5 Days in Peru for Private Travelers: Inca Capital Snapshot

This private 5-day Peru tour gives you your own guides, private transfers and the freedom to set the pace. Fly to Cusco for an afternoon of rest, then travel through the Sacred Valley to Pisac and Ollantaytambo, ride the panoramic train to Aguas Calientes and visit Machu Picchu with a guide. Start any day of the year and tailor each moment to you.

At a Glance

Itinerary Summary

Your 5-day private Peru tour at a glance, from Cusco through the Sacred Valley to Machu Picchu. Tap any day to see the details.

  1. Day 1Welcome to Lima: Your Peruvian Adventure BeginsLima
  2. Day 2Flight to Cusco & Day at Your LeisureCusco
  3. Day 3Explore the Sacred Valley & Ollantaytambo, Then Ride the Panoramic Train to Machu PicchuAguas Calientes
  4. Day 4Machu Picchu Revealed: Guided DiscoveryCusco
  5. Day 5Morning Flight to Lima & International Flight HomeDeparture
In Detail

Detailed Itinerary

Every day of your trip, with where you'll spend the night.

Lima coastline and city skyline Day 1

Welcome to Lima: Your Peruvian Adventure Begins

Your private driver welcomes you in the arrivals hall and escorts you along the coast to your hotel in Miraflores. The rest of the day is yours: stroll the clifftop malecón, watch paragliders drift over the Pacific and enjoy a first taste of the cuisine that has made Lima one of the great food capitals of the world.

Overnight in Lima
Zigzag Inca walls of Sacsayhuamán above Cusco Day 2

Flight to Cusco & Day at Your Leisure

Fly over the Andes to Cusco (approx. 3,400 m), the ancient capital of the Incas. Your driver takes you to your hotel, where the rest of the day is yours to rest and acclimatize. Take it easy, drink plenty of water and enjoy a first evening stroll to the Plaza de Armas as the city lights up.

Flight to Cusco Overnight in Cusco
Observatory car of a panoramic train to Machu Picchu Day 3

Explore the Sacred Valley & Ollantaytambo, Then Ride the Panoramic Train to Machu Picchu

Descend into the Sacred Valley of the Incas with your private guide, following the Urubamba River past patchwork fields and Andean villages. Visit the market and terraces of Pisac and the living Inca town of Ollantaytambo, beneath its imposing temple fortress. In the late afternoon, board the panoramic train, with glass ceilings framing the mountains, to Aguas Calientes at the foot of Machu Picchu.

Panoramic train Overnight in Aguas Calientes
Guided tour of the Machu Picchu citadel Day 4

Machu Picchu Revealed: Guided Discovery

Take an early bus up to Machu Picchu and discover the Inca citadel with your private guide: the Main Plaza, the Temple of the Sun and the Intihuatana stone, set between towering green peaks above the Urubamba River. After the tour, return to Aguas Calientes and board the panoramic train back to Cusco.

Good to Know

  • Duration: the guided tour lasts approx. 2–2.5 hours.
  • Bus: the shuttle between Aguas Calientes and Machu Picchu takes approx. 25 minutes each way.
  • Tickets & circuits: entry tickets are sold for a specific time slot and circuit, and the route inside the citadel depends on the circuit booked. Re-entry is not permitted.
  • Passport: you must carry the original passport used to book your ticket.
  • Huayna Picchu & Machu Picchu Mountain: these hikes require a separate ticket and must be booked in advance.
  • What to bring: sunscreen, a hat, insect repellent, a rain jacket and water. Large backpacks, walking sticks without rubber tips, and food are not allowed inside the site.
Panoramic train Overnight in Cusco
Jorge Chávez International Airport in Lima Day 5

Morning Flight to Lima & International Flight Home

Transfer to Cusco airport for your morning flight to Lima, where you connect with your international flight home. End of services.

Flight to Lima Transfer to the airport · End of services
Know Before You Go

What's Included

A transparent breakdown of what's covered in your package and what isn't.

Included

  • Private arrival and departure transfers
  • 4 nights in hotels of your chosen category, with daily breakfast
  • Private guided Sacred Valley tour: Pisac & Ollantaytambo
  • Panoramic train Ollantaytambo – Machu Picchu and return to Cusco
  • Machu Picchu entrance ticket, private guided tour and round-trip shuttle bus
  • All entrance fees for the visits listed in the itinerary
  • 24/7 assistance during your trip

Not Included

  • Domestic flights Lima – Cusco – Lima (quoted separately)
  • International flights
  • Travel insurance
  • Meals not specified in the itinerary
  • Activities and entrance fees on free days
  • Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain tickets
  • Tips and personal expenses
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Tour Package Rates

Per person based on double / twin room accommodation. Choose your preferred service level.

Essential ★★

Comfortable stays, essential services
$2275Estimated Total
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Comfort ★★★

Standard premium service, upgraded hotels
$2699Estimated Total
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Deluxe ★★★★★

Top-tier luxury hotels & private experiences
$4150Estimated Total
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5-Day Private Peru: Inca Capital Snapshot: Quick FAQ

What does the 5-day private Peru tour include?

It includes 4 nights in your chosen hotel category with breakfast, private transfers, a private Sacred Valley tour, panoramic trains and a private guided visit to Machu Picchu with all entrance fees.

Can I personalize this 5-day private tour?

Yes. Choose your dates and hotel category, add nights, upgrade the train or include extra experiences.

Can I see Machu Picchu in 5 days?

Yes. Five days are enough to fly to Cusco, travel through the Sacred Valley, spend a night in Aguas Calientes and enjoy a relaxed guided visit to Machu Picchu before flying home.

When should I take this 5-day trip?

April to November is the dry season in Cusco and at Machu Picchu.

Will the altitude affect me on this short trip?

You fly from Lima to Cusco (approx. 3,400 m) with the rest of the day free to rest, then descend to the Sacred Valley (approx. 2,800 m) and Machu Picchu (approx. 2,430 m), both lower than Cusco. Drink plenty of water, avoid alcohol on the first evening and consult your doctor before you travel if you have a medical condition.

What does the 5-day private Peru tour cost?

The price of this 5-day tour depends on the hotel category (Essential 2★, Comfort 3★, Superior 4★ or Deluxe 5★) and the number of travelers. See the Rates tab for the current price per person in a double or twin room.

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