7-Day Peru with Friends: Inca Capital Express

A week of shared adventures for your crew: Cusco, Rainbow Mountain and Machu Picchu.

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One Week in Peru for Friends: Inca Capital & Sacred Valley Express

This one-week Peru trip with friends packs adventure, culture and great food into seven days for your whole group. After a guided day in Lima, fly to Cusco for a guided city tour, then climb to the striped slopes of Rainbow Mountain. Travel through the Sacred Valley to Ollantaytambo and ride the panoramic train to Machu Picchu. We take care of the logistics so your group can focus on the fun.

At a Glance

Itinerary Summary

Your 7-day Peru trip with friends at a glance, from Cusco and Rainbow Mountain to 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 & Guided Tour of Cusco & Its AttractionsCusco
  4. Day 4Rainbow Mountain Expedition: A Journey to Vinicunca’s Painted PeaksCusco
  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 in Cusco Day 3

Flight to Cusco & Guided Tour of Cusco & Its Attractions

Fly over the Andes to Cusco (approx. 3,400 m) and rest at your hotel. In the afternoon, set out at a gentle pace with your private guide to discover the Cathedral and the Koricancha, the Inca Temple of the Sun, followed by the zigzag walls of Sacsayhuamán, Qenqo, Puca Pucara and Tambomachay above the city.

Flight to Cusco Overnight in Cusco
Colorful stripes of Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca) Day 4

Rainbow Mountain Expedition: A Journey to Vinicunca’s Painted Peaks

An early departure takes you to the trailhead of Vinicunca, the Rainbow Mountain. Walk at your own pace through the high Andes as the colors of the land intensify with every step. At the viewpoint, more than 5,000 m above sea level, bands of red, gold and turquoise stretch across the mountainside. Horses are available for part of the way.

Hike to Rainbow Mountain Overnight in Cusco
Observatory car of a panoramic train to Machu Picchu Day 5

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

Your driver takes you from Cusco through the Sacred Valley to Ollantaytambo, where you board the panoramic train along the Urubamba River. Glass ceilings frame the snow-capped peaks as the landscape turns to cloud forest. Arrive in Aguas Calientes, at the foot of Machu Picchu, and enjoy 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 guided Cusco city tour: Cathedral, Koricancha, Sacsayhuamán, Qenqo, Puca Pucara & Tambomachay
  • Full-day Rainbow Mountain excursion
  • Transfer Cusco – Ollantaytambo and panoramic train to 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
  • Horse rental at Rainbow Mountain
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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 with Friends: Inca Capital Express: Frequently Asked Questions

What does this one-week Peru trip with friends include?

It includes 6 nights in your chosen hotel category with breakfast, private transfers, guided tours of Lima and Cusco, a Rainbow Mountain excursion, panoramic trains and a private guided visit to Machu Picchu.

Can we add activities for our group of friends?

Yes. We can add a pisco tasting, a cooking class, a night out in Barranco or extra adventure activities, and arrange rooms for your group.

Can I see Cusco, Rainbow Mountain and Machu Picchu in one week?

Yes. You arrive in Cusco on day 3 with a private city tour, hike Rainbow Mountain on day 4, take the train on day 5 and visit Machu Picchu on day 6, flying home on day 7.

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

April to November, the dry season, gives the clearest views of Rainbow Mountain and Machu Picchu.

How can I prepare for the altitude in one week?

Rainbow Mountain (over 5,000 m) comes the day after you arrive in Cusco (approx. 3,400 m), which is very demanding. We recommend adding an extra night in Cusco before the hike, or replacing it with a relaxed day in the Sacred Valley. Drink plenty of water and consult your doctor before you travel if you have a medical condition.

What is the price of the 7-day Peru trip with friends?

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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