Your journey begins with pick-up from your hotel in Lima and a comfortable transfer to Jorge Chávez International Airport to board your flight to Cusco. The flight takes approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes. Upon arrival at Cusco Airport, our representative will be waiting to welcome you and provide a comfortable transfer to the Sacred Valley of the Incas. During the drive, you'll enjoy breathtaking Andean landscapes as you descend from Cusco into the Sacred Valley. This gradual change in altitude is highly recommended for better acclimatisation before visiting Machu Picchu. The transfer is provided in a comfortable tourist vehicle with a professional driver.

On the way to the Sacred Valley, we will stop at the Maras Salt Mines, one of the most unique and picturesque attractions in the Cusco region. Known locally as Salineras de Maras, this impressive site features more than 3,000 small salt pools that have been used since pre-Inca times. Natural salt-rich spring water flows down the mountainside and is carefully channelled into the terraces, where the water evaporates under the Andean sun, leaving behind high-quality mineral salt that is still harvested by local families using traditional methods. Enjoy spectacular panoramic views, learn about the centuries-old salt extraction process, and discover why Maras remains an important source of income and cultural heritage for the local community. This stop is also a fantastic opportunity to take unforgettable photographs of one of Peru's most iconic landscapes.

After visiting the Maras Salt Mines, we will continue to Moray, one of the most fascinating archaeological sites in the Sacred Valley. Moray is famous for its impressive circular terraces, which descend in concentric rings to create a natural amphitheatre. Believed to have been an Inca agricultural research centre, each terrace has its own microclimate, allowing the Incas to experiment with different crops and growing conditions. This remarkable engineering achievement demonstrates the advanced agricultural knowledge of the Inca civilisation. Take time to explore the site, admire the breathtaking views of the surrounding Andes, and learn about the history and significance of this extraordinary archaeological wonder from your expert guide.

Our next stop is the magnificent Ollantaytambo Fortress, one of the most impressive and best-preserved archaeological sites of the Inca Empire. Built during the reign of Emperor Pachacuti, this extraordinary fortress served as a royal estate, ceremonial centre, and strategic military stronghold. Its massive stone terraces, intricate water channels, and finely carved temples are remarkable examples of Inca engineering and architecture. Accompanied by your expert guide, you will climb the impressive terraces while learning about the site's fascinating history, including the famous Battle of Ollantaytambo,.where the Incas achieved one of their most significant victories against the Spanish conquistadors. Along the way, enjoy spectacular panoramic views of the Sacred Valley and the traditional town. Following the guided tour, you will have free time to explore the charming cobblestone streets of Ollantaytambo before boarding your train to Aguas Calientes, the gateway to Machu Picchu.