7 Days New Dawn Adventure in Peru, Lima

About this activity

Your “New Dawn in Machu Picchu” experience stands out for its perfect blend of culture, comfort, and authenticity. We don’t just take you to Peru’s most iconic destinations, we bring them to life. With expert local guides, carefully curated activities, and seamless logistics, you’ll explore the country’s rich history and breathtaking landscapes without stress or rushed schedules.

What truly makes this journey unique is the chance to witness an exclusive sunrise at Machu Picchu, a powerful moment that connects you with the mysticism of the Andes. From immersive cultural encounters in the Sacred Valley to the vibrant energy of Cusco and Lima, every day is designed to inspire, enlighten, and leave you with memories that last a lifetime.

Choose a tour that goes beyond sightseeing, choose an experience that transforms your perspective and deepens your connection to Peru.

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At a glance

Duration: 7 days
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–6
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Salkantay Travel Peru

Ages: Adults (0–80 years)

What is included

Included

Included: All tours listed in the itinerary
Included: 6 nights of hotel accommodation (selected category)
Included: Meals & drinks
Included: 3 lunches (2 in Sacred Valley, 1 in Machu Picchu)
Included: Round-trip train ticket to Machu Picchu
Included: Entry tickets for all included attractions
Included: Daily breakfast
Included: All transfers between airports, hotels, bus and train stations

Not included

Not included: Personal expenses
Not included: Tips for the dirver and guide (optional)

Itinerary

Day 1 · Welcome to Lima – City of Kings & Larco Museum of Cultures

Lima

5 hours

Arrival in Lima, greeting at the airport and private transfer to your hotel.

Begin an exclusive journey through Lima’s UNESCO listed Historic Center, exploring the city’s most iconic colonial treasures. Your visit starts at the Convent of Santo Domingo, one of Lima’s original constructions and home to the Americas’ oldest university. Inside, admire the country’s oldest choir stalls, a stunning library with 25,000 historic volumes, including 15th century editions, along with the sacred relics of Saint Martin de Porres, Saint John Macías, and Saint Rose of Lima.

Cross the Main Square to view the Government Palace and City Hall, then enter the Cathedral of Lima, a masterpiece filled with colonial artworks that reveal the city’s rich past.
Museo Larco

one hour Admission included

Continue to the renowned Larco Museum, where a world-class collection of gold, textiles, and ceremonial pieces offers a vivid look into Peru’s ancient civilizations. The museum’s open storage galleries allow for an up-close appreciation of thousands of archaeological artifacts.

Day 2 · Cusco – Capital of the Inca Empire

Cusco

6 hours

Breakfast included. Transfer to the airport for your flight to Cusco (airfare not included). Upon arrival, reception and transfer to your hotel.

At 1:30 pm, begin an immersive city tour starting at San Cristóbal Viewpoint, offering sweeping views of Cusco. Continue to the lively San Pedro Market, where colors, aromas, and local flavors bring the city’s Andean culture to life.

Visit the magnificent Qorikancha Temple, once lined with sheets of gold, then head to San Blas, the artisan district. Walk down the historic Hatun Rumiyoc Street, pausing at the famous Twelve-Angle Stone. End at the Plaza de Armas with a visit to Cusco’s Cathedral, home to priceless colonial masterpieces.

Overnight in Cusco.

Day 3 · Sacsayhuamán Archaeological Park

Sacsayhuaman

4 hours Admission included

Breakfast included. Escape the crowds as you explore Sacsayhuamán, a monumental complex built with massive stone walls in perfect harmony with the landscape.

Continue to Q’enqo, featuring an impressive rock-carved ceremonial altar. Then visit the lookout point of Puca Pucará and the sacred water shrine of Tambomachay, an essential center in Andean cosmology.

Afternoon at leisure to explore Cusco on your own. Your included tourist pass grants access to additional sites if you wish to continue exploring.

Overnight in Cusco.

Day 4 · Sacred Valley – Pisac, Inkariy Museum & Yucay Living Culture Center

Pisac

7 hours

Breakfast included. Today the Sacred Valley welcomes you with its beauty and history.

Visit Pisac, one of the valley’s most stunning Inca archaeological sites, perched atop the mountain overlooking the colonial town below. Enjoy a stroll through the charming colonial village and browse artisan workshops.

Continue to the Inkariy Museum, where immersive exhibits bring Peru’s pre-Hispanic cultures to life. Lunch included.

In the afternoon, visit the Yucay Living Culture Center, where local residents demonstrate traditional weaving and natural dyeing techniques, adobe-making, and the preparation of chicha, a traditional corn beverage. You’ll also meet friendly llamas and alpacas.

Overnight in the Sacred Valley.

Day 5 · Moray Terraces, Maras Salt Mines & Ollantaytambo Living Inca Town

Maras Moray Tours

6 hours Admission included

Breakfast included. Discover the valley’s most extraordinary landscapes, starting with Moray, an impressive system of circular terraces used by the Incas as an agricultural laboratory to recreate diverse microclimates.

Continue to Maras, home to centuries-old salt mines still harvested today. The striking contrast between the white salt pools and the red clay hills makes this a must-see photo stop. Lunch included.

Explore the living Inca town of Ollantaytambo, with its ancient streets, plazas, and terraces. Visit the imposing Ollantaytambo Fortress, where exquisite Inca stonework reveals the unfinished Temple of the Sun.

In the evening, board the train to Machu Picchu Town (Aguas Calientes).

Overnight in Machu Picchu Town.

Day 6 · Machu Picchu – The Lost City of the Incas

Machu Picchu

6 hours

Breakfast included. Today you’ll experience one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.

Board the bus up the winding mountain road, enjoying views of the Urubamba River carving through a deep canyon below. Explore Machu Picchu, with its terraces, stairways, temples, sacred enclosures, and breathtaking scenery. The energy of this ancient citadel is unforgettable.

Lunch included. At the scheduled time, return by train and private transfer back to your hotel in Cusco.

Overnight in Cusco.

Day 7 · Farewell

Cusco

Passing by

Breakfast included. Transfer to the airport for your flight to Lima and onward journey home (airfare not included).

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

Parque Kennedy, Miraflores, Lima Peru

End point

Parque Kennedy, Miraflores, Lima Peru

Pickup points

J Chavez Intl Airport
JW Marriott Hotel Lima

Hotel pickup is included. Please be ready in your hotel lobby at least 10 minutes before the scheduled pickup time. The driver/guide will ask for the main guest’s name at the hotel reception or lobby. If you are not staying at a hotel, please contact us in advance to arrange an alternative meeting point.