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Cusco Tours, Vacations, Travel Packages & Experiences

  • Cusco is typically the starting point of all Peru vacations
  • Plaza do Armas, Cusco is a must inclusion on all Peru tour

The continent’s oldest continuously inhabited city, Cusco is located in southeastern Peru near the Urubamba Valley of the Andes Mountain Range.  Ever popular with tourists on a Peru vacation, Cusco serves as the gateway to world famous Machu Picchu.

Before the arrival of the Incas, Cusco was inhabited by the Killke people from 900-1200 AD.  The city grew to become the capital of the Inca Empire and was the centre of its political, military and cultural dealings.  While Spaniards originally came to Cusco in November 1533, the city was not officially founded until Francisco Pizarro arrived in March 1534.  Just as Cusco was important to the Incas, it became the centre for Spanish colonisation as well as a base for the spread of Christianity.  The city’s importance began to wane until the discovery of Machu Picchu by Hiram Bingham in 1911 brought Cusco worldwide attention. 

Today Cusco has been designated as the Historical Capital of Peru and remains increasingly popular with tourists on Peru vacation packages.  Bingham used the city as a base to explore Machu Picchu more than one hundred years ago, and visitors continue to use Cusco as a starting point to explore the many Incan ruins available.  Cusco’s centre retains many pre-Columbian and colonial buildings and was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983.  Despite being a busy destination on Peru tours, Cusco maintains a unique charm and character that continues to enchant visitors from around the world.

 

Peru Travel Information

At Goway we believe that a well-informed traveller is a safer traveller. With this in mind, we have compiled an easy to navigate travel information section dedicated to a Peru vacation.

Learn about the history and culture of Peru, the must-try food and drink, and what to pack in your suitcase. Read about Peru's nature and wildlife, weather and geography, along with 'Country Quickfacts' compiled by our travel experts. Our globetrotting tips, as well as our visa and health information will help ensure you're properly prepared for a safe and enjoyable trip. The only way you could possibly learn more is by embarking on your journey and discovering Peru for yourself. Start exploring… book one of our Peru tours today!

 

Extend Your Trip

After your Peru Vacation Packages, why not consider another of Goway's Latin America tours. These include a large selection of other exciting countries in Central and South America. We offer Chile vacation packages and Easter Island tours, Ecuador vacation packages which include Galapagos cruises and Brazil tours including Iguassu Falls tours among many others.

 

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Cusco, Peru

  • Heart of the Incas

    Venture through the Sacred Valley of the Incas to see some of Peru’s ancient wonders. Start in Cusco, the former Incan capital, and descend into the Sacred Valley to visit the markets of Pisac, the fortress ruins of Ollantaytambo, and the breathtaking mountain citadel of Machu Picchu.
    Duration:
    6 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 1,484
    Trip Type:
    Tailor-made Travel Ideas
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  • Mountain Lodges to Machu Picchu: 7 Day

    Follow the alternative Inca Trail along the Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu. Earn your comforts as you hike through the Andes Mountains each day and then dine and relax in luxury each night. Stay in enchanting mountain lodges, dine on innovative local cuisine, and savour the breathtaking mountain trail.
    Duration:
    7 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 3,990
    Trip Type:
    Active & Adventurous, Luxury and Beyond, Tailor-made Travel Ideas
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  • Essential Peru

    Find panoramic mountain ranges, vast deserts, beautiful beaches and tropical jungles, not to mention a rich history, archaeology, wildlife and culture. Spend time uncovering amazing Peru.
    Duration:
    13 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 3,201
    Trip Type:
    Bucket List Travel Ideas, Tailor-made Travel Ideas
    Peru See Trip Details

  • Cities of South America

    The ultimate South America tour for culture vultures, this itinerary focuses on the continent’s most exciting cities, from pulsing Rio, to rapidly emerging Bogota, via Iguassu Falls and Machu Picchu.
    Duration:
    20 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 4,775
    Trip Type:
    Classics (Bestsellers), Tailor-made Travel Ideas
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  • explora Peru

    Experience the classical sites of South America’s most-popular country, Peru. Sample the culinary delights of the capital of Lima before walking the colonial streets of Cusco and passing into the Sacred Valley of the Incas to see the country’s crown jewel, the famed Machu Picchu.
    Duration:
    9 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 4,008
    Trip Type:
    Classics (Bestsellers), Luxury and Beyond
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  • Baby Inca Trail

    Trekkers short on time should try the Baby Inca Trail. Enjoy the authentic trail and see the ruins of Machu Picchu via the Sun Gate without the physical exertion of the traditional trek.
    Duration:
    2 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 1,232
    Trip Type:
    Active & Adventurous, Tailor-made Travel Ideas
    Peru See Trip Details

  • Best of Bolivia & Peru

    See the highlights of Peru and Bolivia on this great-value combo vacation. Start in Peru, where you’ll venture into the Sacred Valley of the Incas and explore Machu Picchu. Then connect to Bolivia to explore the capital, La Paz, and marvel at the stark flatness of the Uyuni Salt Flats.
    Duration:
    10 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 4,206
    Trip Type:
    Active & Adventurous, Bucket List Travel Ideas, Classics (Bestsellers), Tailor-made Travel Ideas
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  • Cusco: JW Marriott: Stay of Distinction

    Signature Marriott luxury in the ancient Inca capital.
    Duration:
    4 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 823
    Trip Type:
    Luxury and Beyond, Stays of Distinction
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  • Cusco: Monasterio Hotel: Stay of Distinction

    Your Cusco encounter starts amid luxury at this elegant hotel.
    Duration:
    4 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 1,051
    Trip Type:
    Luxury and Beyond, Stays of Distinction
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  • explora Sacred Valley Peru

    Spend 2 nights in the Sacred Valley at a lodge complete with a spa. Explore the Sacred Valley with visits to Moray with its sunken Inca amphitheatre and to Maras with its unusual salt flats.
    Duration:
    3-5 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 1,610
    Trip Type:
    Active & Adventurous, Single Friendly
    Peru See Trip Details

  • Incan Capital: Cusco Stopover

    Experience the very best of Cusco and Incan ruins. Shop for local handicrafts, explore the beautiful Urubamba Valley and have plenty of time to fully appreciate the ancient Incan Capital.
    Duration:
    3 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 324
    Trip Type:
    Tailor-made Travel Ideas
    Peru See Trip Details

  • Lares Camping & Hotel Trek

    Journey through the ancient landscapes of the Sacred Valley of the Incas on this guided hike from Cusco. Spend three full days hiking through mountain landscapes, visiting small farming villages, and experiencing the breathtaking Andean climate and wildlife. Cap it off with a visit to Machu Picchu, the lost citadel in the clouds.
    Duration:
    4 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 1,789
    Trip Type:
    Active & Adventurous, Small Group Touring
    Peru See Trip Details

  • Lares Lodge to Lodge Trek

    Embark on an adventure through the Sacred Valley of the Incas, journeying to Incan ruins each day and staying in mountain lodges each night. Expert guides will tailor your hike to your interests as you visit Pisac, Ollantaytambo, and the mountain citadel of Machu Picchu.
    Duration:
    5 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 1,990
    Trip Type:
    Active & Adventurous, Small Group Touring
    Peru See Trip Details

  • Machu Picchu & the Galapagos Your Way

    See two of the world’s greatest landmarks on this unforgettable itinerary that you can upgrade or customize to your preferences. After visiting Quito, head to the Galapagos Islands to see its bevy of animals in volcanic environments before connecting to Cusco and exploring the Sacred Valley of the Incas and the citadel of Machu Picchu.
    Duration:
    11 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 4,577
    Trip Type:
    Active & Adventurous, Classics (Bestsellers), Tailor-made Travel Ideas
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  • Machu Picchu by Train

    Journey in comfort by train from Cusco to Machu Picchu, the “Lost City of the Incas”. The ruins found there are some of the most famous and most beautiful ancient sites in the world.
    Duration:
    2 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 1,010
    Trip Type:
    Luxury and Beyond, Rail Travel Ideas, Tailor-made Travel Ideas
    Peru See Trip Details

  • Peru & Chile explora

    Explore the Atacama Desert and the Sacred Valley of the Incas while enjoying luxury accommodations on this journey across South America. Staying in explora lodges, you’ll experience the best in hospitality as you venture through some of South America’s greatest natural and historical landmarks.
    Duration:
    9 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 6,774
    Trip Type:
    Active & Adventurous, Classics (Bestsellers), Luxury and Beyond
    Peru See Trip Details

  • Peru Belmond Andean Explorer: Peruvian Highlands Train Journey

    Tour Peru’s most scenic regions, enjoying the opulence of the country’s first luxury sleeper train. Set out from Cusco, taking in Lake Titicaca before disembarking in the white city of Arequipa.
    Duration:
    3 Days
    Prices:
    On request
    Trip Type:
    Rail Travel Ideas
    Peru See Trip Details

  • Peru Belmond Andean Explorer: Spirit of the Waters Train Journey

    From the heart of Incan civilisation to Lake Titicaca, the Belmond lets passengers arrive in style.
    Duration:
    2 Days
    Prices:
    On request
    Trip Type:
    Rail Travel Ideas
    Peru See Trip Details

  • Peruvian Rivers, Jungles & Machu Picchu

    Experience luxury and adventure on this journey along the Amazon and through the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Start in Iquitos, where you’ll cruise along the Amazon aboard the luxurious Aria Amazon, before heading to the Sacred Valley to explore its Incan ruins while staying at the explora lodge.
    Duration:
    11 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 8,233
    Trip Type:
    Active & Adventurous, Classics (Bestsellers), Luxury and Beyond
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  • Sacred Valley: Sol y Luna: Stay of Distinction

    Explore the Sacred Valley in peerless style, staying at the Sol y Luna, a boutique property located just outside Urubamba. This stay makes a superb addition to any Cusco or Machu Picchu visit.
    Duration:
    4 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 1,088
    Trip Type:
    Stays of Distinction
    Peru See Trip Details

  • Salkantay Trek Peru: Cusco to Cusco

    The Inca Trail may headline its share of Peru vacation packages, but the Salkantay Trek is more than just a Plan B. It offers a hike rich with Inca heritage, with spectacular snow-capped surrounds, fewer fellow hikers, and no special permit required.
    Duration:
    5 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 1,248
    Trip Type:
    Active & Adventurous
    Peru See Trip Details

  • Sky Lodges Sacred Valley Tour

    Feeling adventurous? Take to the skies and spend a night suspended high above the ground on a mountain in the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Staying in a Sky Lodge, you’ll experience a bird’s eye view of this incredible mountain range and enjoy one of the most memorable adventure accommodations the world over.
    Duration:
    2 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 664
    Trip Type:
    Active & Adventurous
    Peru See Trip Details

  • Sumaq Hotel Machu Picchu: Stay of Distinction

    Experience one of the world’s most amazing archaeological sites while staying at a luxury hotel close by. Also enjoy the scenery in the Sacred Valley as you travel through it on the luxury Vistadome train.
    Duration:
    3 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 1,240
    Trip Type:
    Stays of Distinction
    Peru See Trip Details

  • Trekking the Inca Trail

    Trekking the Inca Trail in a relaxed five days is the best way to appreciate this amazing trail whilst avoiding the busiest campsites. Enjoy a day in Machu Picchu and explore Aguas Calientes.
    Duration:
    5 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 2,212
    Trip Type:
    Active & Adventurous, Tailor-made Travel Ideas
    Peru See Trip Details

  • Upscale & Different Peru: VIP

    World famous for Incan Ruins and ancient cultures, a Peru vacation can also be a showcase for a range of luxury and culinary experiences.
    Duration:
    10 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 6,284
    Trip Type:
    Luxury and Beyond
    Peru See Trip Details
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