Cusco Adventure: Detailed 5-Day Itinerary & Review

So, you’re thinking of checking out Cusco for, like, five days? Cool! A visit to this old city, sitting pretty high up in the Andes, isn’t just some regular vacation; rather, it’s a real deep dive into the past, some super awesome views, plus a culture that really grabs you. That said, this plan gives you everything to see, making your trip amazing. Very!

Day 1: Landing in Cusco and Acclimatizing

You hit Cusco! Alright, after you arrive at Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport, at about 11,000 feet altitude, very take it super slow. First thing to do is make your way to the hotel and, like, chill out. Too, it’s almost that important to allow your body to get comfortable with the altitude. Then, if you feel like doing something, you could take a slow walk around the Plaza de Armas. See the Cusco Cathedral and maybe munch on some stuff at a local spot. I suggest avoiding anything heavy or that you’re not used to, by the way.

Also, very hydrate constantly with coca tea which is sold all over – that seems to really aid with any altitude issues.

Day 2: Getting Lost in the City of Cusco

Now, is that you’re used to Cusco? The following day get a closer look. Head to San Blas, known as the artists’ part of the city. Very stroll the small, winding streets, check out art shops and little galleries. You could also drop by the Templo del Sol (Coricancha) and Santo Domingo Convent. That displays how Inca and Spanish design styles mixed. Then go to Sacsayhuamán, the really gigantic fort up over Cusco – that has totally amazing views and huge stones. Bring sunscreen!

Day 3: Through the Sacred Valley

Set aside a whole day for going to the Sacred Valley – this area is magical! Begin your adventure in Pisac, to visit its big market and look around its temple. Carry on towards Ollantaytambo, the awesome Inca town with insane buildings and terraces that show just how good they were at designing things back then. Also, grab lunch someplace in Urubamba where many places serve great local food.

There are ways you can go there, you could grab some tourist transportation, use the local bus, or even use taxis. Anyway, weigh the price of hiring private transportation versus getting round the “collectivos” if you value time over a few bucks.

Day 4: To Machu Picchu!

Big day time to experience Machu Picchu. Take an early train to Aguas Calientes, the little town right below Machu Picchu. That is going to be about a four-hour round trip. You may want to arrange transport on one of the coaches up to Machu Picchu citadel itself or consider hiking. Buy entry passes long before travelling. As a matter of fact, arrange at least a few weeks ahead since only so many get in a day, or you could find yourself pretty sad and missing it.

Anyway, explore all those places, discover all that history and have yourself totally awestruck by this well known old Inca spot.

Very carefully listen to what guides say for good stories plus essential information concerning the temples and living quarters.

Day 5: Hello again Cusco or off somewhere completely new

Depending upon when you leave you can experience more places locally around Cusco. Is that you have more to spend on things after Machu Picchu consider trips round the South Valley. Or, relax to the atmosphere on another tour across town, if not fly back out, you know. You get to remember that even those moments of simply hanging at a coffee shop let one have the feelings about real Peruvian daily routines.