7-Day Peru for Two: Sun Kings' Legacy

A romantic week for two through Lima, Cusco, Maras, Moray and Machu Picchu.

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One Week in Peru for Couples: Legacy of the Sun Kings

This one-week Peru trip for couples combines iconic sights with romantic moments, from mountain views to candlelit dinners. After a guided day in Lima, fly to Cusco to rest, then spend a day in the Sacred Valley at the circular terraces of Moray and the Maras salt mines, with a night in the valley. Ride the panoramic train to Machu Picchu for a guided visit. Perfect for a honeymoon or an anniversary, with special touches on request.

At a Glance

Itinerary Summary

Your 7-day Peru tour for couples at a glance, from Lima and Cusco to Maras, Moray and Machu Picchu. Tap any day to see the details.

  1. Day 1Welcome to Lima: Your Peruvian Adventure BeginsLima
  2. Day 2Discover Lima: Classic City Tour & Time at Your LeisureLima
  3. Day 3Flight to Cusco & Day at Your LeisureCusco
  4. Day 4Sacred Valley VIP: Maras, Moray & the Salt Minesthe Sacred Valley
  5. Day 5Ride the Panoramic Train to Machu Picchu: A Voyage Through Inca LandsAguas Calientes
  6. Day 6Machu Picchu Revealed: Guided DiscoveryCusco
  7. Day 7Morning 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
Miraflores cliffs over the Pacific Ocean in Lima Day 2

Discover Lima: Classic City Tour & Time at Your Leisure

Explore Lima with your private guide, starting in the historic center with the Plaza Mayor, the Cathedral and the San Francisco Monastery and its catacombs. Continue to the clifftop districts of Miraflores and Barranco, with ocean views from the Love Park and the colorful streets of Lima’s bohemian quarter, then enjoy the afternoon at leisure.

Overnight in Lima
Zigzag Inca walls of Sacsayhuamán above Cusco Day 3

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
Circular Inca terraces of Moray in the Sacred Valley Day 4

Sacred Valley VIP: Maras, Moray & the Salt Mines

A VIP day in the Sacred Valley with your private guide and driver. Leave Cusco across the high plains of Chinchero to Moray, where the Incas carved circular terraces into the earth as an agricultural laboratory, then visit the Maras salt mines, thousands of shimmering salt pans worked since pre-Inca times. Enjoy a gourmet lunch at a countryside estate and spend the night in a luxury hotel in the valley, near Ollantaytambo.

Overnight in the Sacred Valley
Observatory car of a panoramic train to Machu Picchu Day 5

Ride the Panoramic Train to Machu Picchu: A Voyage Through Inca Lands

Board a panoramic train in Ollantaytambo and follow the Urubamba River as the landscape turns from Andean fields to cloud forest, with glass ceilings framing the snow-capped peaks. Arrive in Aguas Calientes, at the foot of Machu Picchu, and spend a relaxed afternoon in this mountain town.

Panoramic train Overnight in Aguas Calientes
Guided tour of the Machu Picchu citadel Day 6

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 7

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
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What's Included

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

Included

  • Private arrival and departure transfers
  • 6 nights in hotels of your chosen category, with daily breakfast
  • Private guided Lima city tour: historic center, Miraflores & Barranco
  • Private VIP Sacred Valley excursion to Maras and Moray with gourmet lunch
  • 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.

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Comfortable stays, essential services
$2275Estimated Total
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Standard premium service, upgraded hotels
$2699Estimated Total
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Top-tier luxury hotels & private experiences
$4150Estimated Total
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7-Day Peru for Two: Sun Kings' Legacy: Frequently Asked Questions

What does this one-week Peru tour for couples include?

It includes 6 nights in your chosen hotel category with breakfast, private transfers, a guided Lima tour, a VIP Sacred Valley day at Maras and Moray with gourmet lunch, a night in the valley, panoramic trains and a private guided visit to Machu Picchu.

Is this one-week trip a good honeymoon?

Yes. Choose the Superior or Deluxe hotel category and we can add romantic extras such as a private dinner, a room upgrade or a celebration in your hotel.

Is one week enough to see Machu Picchu in luxury?

Yes. This 7-day itinerary includes a day in Lima, a relaxed arrival in Cusco, a VIP day in the Sacred Valley, a night in Aguas Calientes and a private tour of Machu Picchu, without rushing.

When is the best time for this one-week trip?

April to November is the dry season; the Maras salt pans shine brightest from May to October.

How can I prepare for the altitude in one week?

You fly to Cusco (approx. 3,400 m) and the rest of the day is free to rest. The Sacred Valley (approx. 2,800 m) and Machu Picchu (approx. 2,430 m) are both lower than Cusco, which makes this one-week route very comfortable. Drink plenty of water, avoid alcohol on the first evening and consult your doctor before you travel if you have a medical condition.

What is the price of the 7-day Peru tour for couples?

The price of this one-week tour depends on the hotel category (Essential 2★, Comfort 3★, Superior 4★ or Deluxe 5★) and the number of travelers. Current prices per person in a double or twin room are shown in the Rates tab.

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