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Inca Origins by Titicaca Lodge Luxury

8 days / 7 nights • Discover the cradle of the Inca Empire with luxury and comfort

Duration 8 Days / 7 Nights
Availability All year round
Category Luxury / Cultural
Group Private / Exclusive

The Titicaca Lodge Experience

There is a legend that says that, hundreds of years ago, from the waters of Lake Titicaca, emerged Manco Capac and Mama Ocllo, the children of the sun, with the mission of finding a fertile land, where their empire would be founded, which over time would become one of the most powerful in all of history. Today, we offer you a unique and wonderful experience, one that will make you feel the energy of an enigmatic empire that marked the Peruvian people for many generations. Dare to discover this legend with the luxury and comfort you deserve.

In this package, you will experience 8 days of unique experiences starting from the capital of the Inca Empire, Cusco, and traveling the route of the sun towards Puno, the place where the cradle of this civilization is located. Embark on this adventure with us!

Detailed Itinerary

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Day by day

DAY 1 Arrival in Cusco - Transfer to Hotel
  • Reception at Cusco airport and transfer to the hotel.
  • Welcome with coca tea to help with altitude sickness symptoms.
  • Hotel check-in and explanation of places of interest with a city map.
  • Recommendations for restaurants, exchange offices, shops and more.

Optional Visit: Presentation of typical Andean music and dances at the Qosqo Center of Native Art (6:30 PM to 8:00 PM). Entrance included.

Accommodation: Casa Andina Premium Cusco

DAY 2 Archaeological City Tour in Cusco
  • Breakfast at the hotel.
  • 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM - Walk through the historic center with local guide (exclusive tour for Inka Rainbow passengers).
  • Afternoon - Archaeological City Tour: visit to Sacsayhuamán, the Qoricancha Temple and other attractions.

Optional Visit: Qosqo Center of Native Art - daily presentations of typical Andean music and dances (6:30 PM to 8:00 PM). Entrance included.

Accommodation: Casa Andina Premium Cusco

DAY 3 Sacred Valley of the Incas - Urubamba
  • Breakfast at the hotel. Prepare carry-on luggage for the next two days.
  • Taray viewpoint to enjoy the magnificent view of the Sacred Valley.
  • Visit to the Pisac archaeological center and Artisan Market.
  • Buffet lunch in Urubamba.
  • Tour of Ollantaytambo, the last standing Inca town.

Accommodation: Casa Andina Premium Sacred Valley

DAY 4 Tour Maras, Moray and Salt Mines (Private Service)
  • Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Visit to the Moray archaeological site, an important Inca agricultural experimentation center.
  • Tour of the town of Maras, with its beautiful colonial style.
  • Visit to the Maras Salt Mines, one of the few mineral salt deposits in the world, where Maras pink salt is produced.

Accommodation: Casa Andina Premium Sacred Valley

DAY 5 Machu Picchu Full Day - Cusco
  • Transfer to Ollantaytambo station to take the train to Aguas Calientes.
  • Reception and bus ascent to the Machu Picchu citadel.
  • Guided tour of the Inca Citadel of Machu Picchu.
  • Free time to explore, rest, meditate and feel the energy of the site.
  • Descent to Aguas Calientes, lunch and train back to Ollantaytambo or Poroy.
  • Transfer to the hotel in Cusco.

Additional services (optional): Lunch at Sanctuary Lodge, return on Belmond Hiram Bingham train, entrance to Huayna Picchu.

Accommodation: Casa Andina Premium Cusco

DAY 6 Sun Route by Titicaca Train Luxury (Cusco - Puno)
  • Luxury journey on PeruRail's Titicaca Luxury train with cultural presentations, gastronomy and on-board bar.
  • Observation car with impressive views of the Peruvian landscapes.
  • Stop at Abra la Raya (highest point of the route).
  • Arrival at Puno station, transfer to the port and to Titicaca Lodge (floating islands).
  • Immersion in the culture and grandeur of Lake Titicaca.

Accommodation: Titicaca Lodge Luxury

DAY 7 Lake Titicaca Tour - Uros Floating Islands and Taquile
  • Speedboat navigation on the highest navigable lake in the world.
  • Visit to the Uros Floating Islands: totora reed construction, cultural exchanges and handicrafts.
  • Continuation to Taquile Island: ancestral culture, traditional clothing, Andean textiles.
  • Lunch on Taquile Island.
  • Return to Titicaca Lodge to enjoy the sunset.

Accommodation: Titicaca Lodge Luxury

DAY 8 Transfer Titicaca Lodge to Juliaca Airport
  • Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Water transfer to the port of Puno and then to Juliaca.
  • Recommendation: select a flight after 10:30 am from Juliaca Airport.

Schedules: Cusco: Check-In 10:00 AM / Check-Out 9:00 AM | Urubamba: Check-In 12:00 PM / Check-Out 9:00 AM | Titicaca Lodge Luxury: Check-In 1:00 PM / Check-Out 9:00 AM.

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Tour Information

Includes

  • 3 nights at Casa Andina Premium Cusco with breakfast
  • 2 nights at Casa Andina Premium Sacred Valley with breakfast
  • 2 nights at Lake Titicaca Lodge Luxury with breakfast
  • Cusco city tour (courtesy of Inka Rainbow)
  • Archaeological City Tour in Cusco + water bottle (group max. 17 people)
  • Sacred Valley of the Incas Tour with buffet lunch + water bottle (group max. 17 people)
  • Guided visit to Machu Picchu (Private Service)
  • Sun Route tour with buffet lunch + tickets (PeruRail Titicaca Luxury Train)
  • Lake Titicaca full day tour with buffet lunch (Regular service)
  • Entrance to Machu Picchu
  • Vistadome Tourist Train (Urubamba > Aguas Calientes)
  • Tourist Bus Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu (round trip)
  • Vistadome Tourist Train (Aguas Calientes > Ollantaytambo or Cusco)
  • Entrances to all archaeological complexes on the itinerary
  • Private transfers: Airport ↔ Hotel, Station ↔ Hotel, Port ↔ Lodge, Lodge ↔ Airport
  • 24-hour assistance in Spanish, Portuguese and English
  • Professional guides on all tours

Not Included

  • Travel insurance
  • International and domestic air tickets
  • Meals and drinks not mentioned above
  • Extra expenses: tips, laundry, phone calls
  • Optional services (Lunch at Sanctuary Lodge, Hiram Bingham Train, Huayna Picchu)

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of accommodation does Titicaca Lodge Luxury offer?

Titicaca Lodge Luxury offers accommodation on floating islands built with totora reeds, just like the traditional islands of the lake. It is a total immersion experience in the culture and grandeur of Lake Titicaca, with all the luxury and comfort.

What is the Sun Route and the Titicaca Luxury train?

The Sun Route is the pilgrimage path of Manco Capac and Mama Ocllo from Lake Titicaca to Cusco. PeruRail's Titicaca Luxury train is a luxury journey with cultural presentations, excellent gastronomy, on-board bar and an observation car with impressive views of the Peruvian landscapes.

How do I prepare for the altitude in Cusco and Puno?

We recommend arriving at least one day in advance to acclimatize. Drink plenty of water, avoid heavy meals, and drink coca tea. Cusco is at 3,400 m / 11,155 ft and Puno at 3,827 m / 12,556 ft above sea level. The itinerary is designed for gradual acclimatization.

Can I customize the itinerary?

Of course! This tour is 100% customizable. You can add more days, modify activities, choose specific hotels, or include additional experiences such as the Hiram Bingham train or Huayna Picchu entrance.

What happens if it rains during the tour?

The tour operates under any weather conditions. In case of rain, we provide rain ponchos and adapt activities as needed. Lake Titicaca has a special beauty under different weather conditions.

Can I climb Huayna Picchu mountain?

Yes, but it requires advance reservation (minimum 3-4 months in advance) because spaces are limited. It has an additional cost. Consult us at the time of booking to check availability.

What is the cancellation policy?

Cancellations more than 60 days in advance: 90% refund. Between 30-60 days: 70% refund. Between 15-30 days: 50% refund. Less than 15 days: no refund. We recommend purchasing travel insurance that covers cancellations.