

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Peru - Cusco Valley & Machu Picchu
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 08 Aug, 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sat, 15 Aug, 2026 at 12:00 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: BOOK HERE: https://www.womenwhoexplore.com/peru-cusco-valley-tour


Get ready for eight days of breathtaking views and soul-filling experiences in the heart of Peru’s Sacred Valley. This women’s only journey kicks off in Cusco, where we’ll wander through vibrant streets, snuggle some llamas at a local farm, and soak up the magic of Incan history. Together, we’ll board the train to Aguas Calientes for the ultimate bucket-list moment, watching the sunrise over Machu Picchu, before exploring its ancient ruins with our private guide. Add in a colorful cooking class featuring Peruvian flavors, an ATV or horseback riding experience, a hands-on weaving demo with local women,  a dreamy sunset picnic with llamas and hot tub soaks under the stars, and you’ve got the perfect mix of culture, connection, and adventure!

Deadline to book this trip is: May 15th, 2026. After this day, availability on the trip is subject to space on the trip and availability with our local guides, hotels and other tour partners.  Please inquire at info@womenwhoexplore.com if you would like to book this adventure past the deadline to book date. 


Day 1: Welcome to Peru!
Arrive in Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUS) in Cusco, Peru where you will be greeted by your English speaking driver for a transfer to your hotel.

Check-in to hotel and get settled in. 

Join the group for a welcome dinner at Pachapapa.

Meals included: Dinner


Day 2: City Tour, Sacsayhuaman &amp; Llama Farm
After breakfast, enjoy a city tour with a local female guide learning about the rich history from both the Inca and colonial eras. You’ll visit the main square, city’s Cathedral, and the Convent of Santo Domingo.

Next, your guide will take to to Sacsayhuaman, an important archeological site that overlooks the city. After stop to experience the charm of a local llama farm to interact with these iconic animals of the Andes.

Return to town for free time to enjoy lunch and explore Cusco as you’d like.

Dinner at your leisure.

Meals included: Breakfast


Day 3: Vista dome train ride to Aguas Calientes
Enjoy breakfast before packing up and checking out. Today our adventure takes us in to Cusco Valley.

Relax on a scenic 2 hour transfer to the village of Ollantaytambo.

Once we arrive in Ollantaytambo, we will take the scenic 1.5 hour Vistadome train ride to Aguas Calientes. This is the train with panoramic windows offering spectacular views of nature along the way.

You will have the afternoon to explore Machu Picchu Pueblo, also known by Aguas Clientes. 

Dinner will be together at the hotel. 

Meals included: Breakfast and dinner


Day 4: Sunrise at Machu Picchu
We’ll have a quick and early breakfast since we are off to see sunrise at Machu Picchu today! We’ll have to get in line early to catch the 5:30am bus ride to Machu Picchu.

Once we arrive, our local guide will take us on a 2 hour Citadel tour. Exactly timing of the tour depends on availability. 

Each guest will have 2nd entry permit to hike Huchuy Picchu. Based on availability at the time of booking.

Then it is time to head back to Aguas Calientes where you can enjoy lunch at a place of your choice.

In the afternoon, we will take the Vistadome Train back to Ollantaytambo.

Here we will check into our hotel for the evening and the rest of the night is yours to enjoy! Restaurants are within easy walking distance.

Meals included: Breakfast


Day 5: Ollantaytambo Archeological park &amp; Cooking Class
Today’s morning activity does not start until later, so you can enjoy hotel breakfast at your leisure!

At 10am we will visit the stunning Ollantaytambo Archaeological Park. This half day tour takes you around the fortified city, built by the Inca Pachacutec. It served as a stronghold for Manco Inca Yupanqui during the Spanish conquest.

After the tour is finished, we will dive into a hands-on cooking class where we will learn to make both Peruvian and Andean foods and we will start by making our own Pisco Sour cocktail! Then we will enjoy lunch after all our hard work.

The evening is yours to explore Ollanta as the locals call it! Enjoy dinner (or maybe just dessert), take a stroll, explore markets or enjoy some down time at the hotel.

Meals included: Breakfast and lunch (cooking class)


Day 6: Weaving, Maras Salt Mines &amp; Sunset with llamas!
We will enjoy breakfast before checking out of our hotel. Today our adventure takes us for a visit to Chinchero and to the Maras Saltpans,.

Chinchero is believed to be the mythical birthplace of the rainbow and famous for its textile and Inca history. Here we will be able to do some exploring and see a weaving demonstration at the Center for Traditional Textiles of Cusco (CTTC), a non-profit organization that promotes the empowerment of weavers through the revitalization and sustainable practice of Peruvian ancestral textiles in the Cusco region.

Next up is a visit to Maras, known for its church that dates from the colonial period and infamous salt mines located near the town.

We will enjoy a family style lunch in Maras at Unu Restaurant which utilizes local products. 

In the afternoon, we will head to the Mountain View Experience where we will settle in for the next two nights. 

Tonight we dine with llamas at sunset! Enjoy a light picnic style dinner surrounded by the Andes, with spectacular views of Apu “Verónica.” We will share this moment with the adorable llamas and alpacas that live on the property. 

The rest of the evening is yours to relax and enjoy the views from YOUR hot tub. 

Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner


Day 7: Choose your own adventure day!
After a leisurely breakfast, it is a choose your own adventure day!

The property offers the option to choose between a guided ATV tour or a guided horseback riding tour exploring the pampas of Maras. Your choice is included. May arrange additional activities with property directly onsite. 

Lunch is at your leisure today and is available at the onsite restaurant.

The rest of the day is yours to explore the property, hang out with the llamas, or explore the property more. Mountain bikes are also available for a self guided ride.

Enjoy your hot tub later with your roomie and some epic views to wind down today. You will be able to arrange one time for the hot tub to be fired up today with the resort staff.

Tonight, we will have our farewell dinner at the hotel restaurant.

Meals included: Breakfast and dinner


Day 8: Always sad to say goodbye!
Enjoy breakfast and say Adios to your new amigas before packing up and checking out.

Two group transfers will be provided to the Cusco airport (CUZ) today. Mountain View Experience is a 90 minute drive to the airport. Please book your flights for 12 pm or later to be included on the group transfers. 

Meals included: Breakfast


Cost
$4,195 USD double occupancy.

Single occupancy upgrade available for $1,435. 

If you are traveling solo, you will be assigned a roommate upon request. Rooms are assigned on a first come basis.

A deposit is due at booking to hold your spot with regular monthly payments. Additional payments may be applied to the trip balance prior to payment due dates.

Please see special cancellation policy below for this trip.


Inclusions
• 8 days / 7 nights of lodging in 3 and 4 star hotels in a double occupancy room. 

This includes 3 days /2 nights at Mountain View Experience A-Frame Cabins with hot tubs.

• Private airport transfers from Cusco airport (CUZ) to your hotel on arrival date.

• Two group airport transfers from Mountain View Experience to Cusco airport (CUZ) on departure date. 

• Local transportation to and from the listed activities in the itinerary.

• Bus transportation to and from Aguas Calientes and Machu Picchu.

• A 1.5 hour ride on the Vistadome (window ceiling) train from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes. 

• A return train ticket to Ollantaytambo.

• Two hour guided tour of Machu Picchu Citadel.

• A second entry permit to Machu Picchu to self explore and hike Huchuy Picchu (self guided activity).

• Guided city tour featuring the highlights of Cusco, the oldest city on the entire American continent.

• Visit the Inca fortress of Sacsayhuaman. 

• Visit a llamas and alpacas at the Sulca Textile Farm.

• Ollantaytambo Archaeological Park guided tour.

• Hands-on cooking class learning both Peruvian and Andean cuisine preparation and techniques.

• Weaving demonstration in Chinchero at Center for Traditional Textiles of Cusco (CTTC).

• Explore Maras Saltpans and enjoy a family style lunch with local ingredients at Unu Restaurant. 

• Mountain View Experience A-Frame Cabin stay where can enjoy the company of the llamas while you soak in your outdoor hot tub. (one soak per day included)

• Choice of a guided ATV ride or horseback riding activity at Mountain View Experience. 

• Welcome and farewell dinners plus all other meals as noted in the itinerary; in total this includes 7 breakfasts, 1 lunches, 4 dinners

• Pre-Trip Q&amp;A via Zoom with a Peru travel expert who has hiked the trek before

• Trip checklists, trip packing list and pre-travel support

• WWE Swag to show off on the trip!

• Small group; maximum of up to 13 women + a WWE trip host.


Exclusions
• International flights: Arrive and depart from Cusco International Airport (CUZ). You may want to look at options for Lima (LIM) as there are typically more options from your home city. From Lima you can book a domestic flight to Cusco.

• Tips and gratuity for guides (at the discretion of the client).

• Airport transfers outside of designated times and noted location.

• Transportation outside of times for designated tours, transfers or activities noted in the itinerary.

• Alcohol, additional beverages, snacks, and meals as noted above.

• Any additional excursions or activities not included in the itinerary.

• Visa and entry requirements (as applicable) and any other pre-travel expenses such as immunizations, vaccines, or medical related testing.

• Travelers insurance to cover medical expenses and emergency evacuation while traveling abroad (proof of insurance required).

• Personal expenses not included in the itinerary such as additional accommodations, transportation, meals, souvenirs, etc.


Meals
Meals as noted in the itinerary - included 7 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 4 dinners.

Please reach out to the trip host after booking if you have any food allergies/sensitivities. We always do our best to accommodate dietary restrictions but cannot make any guarantees.


Trip Confirmation
This trip requires a minimum number of women to register in order for it to be confirmed. Once the trip reaches the minimum participant number, you will receive a trip confirmation email and a link to be added a private Facebook group just for trip guests. In this group further trip details will be provided along with pre-travel support. Please let us know if you do not have or use Facebook.


Cancellation Policy
Please see our Terms of Service.

All deposits are non-refundable at the time of booking, but may be transferable if done so within the timeframe outlined in the Terms of Service. Once a trip has been confirmed (no matter the booking or trip timeline), the deposit is both non-refundable and non-transferable. Please make sure you are purchasing adequate travel insurance at the time of booking to ensure you are covered in case you need to cancel.

Please note: some of our trips have a non-refundable fee that will be stated in the trip description. Please make sure to refer to the full Terms of Service to make sure you understand fully the Cancellation Policy of each trip.

Please note that once the Peru trip is confirmed, the non refundable deposit will increase by an additional $300 above the initial deposit to cover the fees for the Mountain View Experience and Machu Picchu permits.


Travel insurance
Travel (and medical) insurance is required for anyone traveling on a Women Who Explore adventure. Your insurance should include adequate protection for overseas medical treatment, evacuation/repatriation, your baggage and equipment and the specific activities involved on your adventure. Your insurance policy should also include specific Covid-19 cover, including cancellation and curtailment cover if you or a close relative are diagnosed with Covid-19. 


Itinerary Changes Disclaimer
Please note that the itinerary provided for your adventure is subject to change. While we strive to adhere to the proposed plan, unforeseen circumstances such as weather conditions, safety concerns, or other factors beyond our control may necessitate adjustments to the itinerary. We prioritize your safety and enjoyment throughout the adventure, and any modifications made will be done with careful consideration. We will make every effort to inform you in advance of any changes and provide suitable alternatives to ensure a fulfilling experience.
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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Sat, 08 Aug, 2026 at 01:00 pm (-05:00)
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
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