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Experience the Pope Leo XIV Route in Cusco

Cusco · Sacred Valley · Machu Picchu
FromUSD 765Per person
  • 6 days / 5 nights
  • Shared
  • Customizable

Overview

A journey with enough room to notice the road.

Discover Cusco through a special 6-day, 5-night journey that brings together faith, culture and unforgettable Andean landscapes. The Pope Leo XIV Route includes activities connected to the Holy Father’s visit, including a press conference and a large public Mass, along with the opportunity to explore some of Peru’s most remarkable destinations.

Travel through the Sacred Valley of the Incas, experience its living traditions and archaeological heritage, spend the night in Aguas Calientes and complete your journey with a guided visit to the legendary Machu Picchu. The program includes accommodations, tourist transportation, selected train services, entrance tickets, guided tours and 24/7 assistance according to the itinerary.

Journey Milestones

DAY01

Day 1: Welcome to Cusco

DAY02

Day 2: Pope Leo XIV Press Conference

DAY03

Day 3: Papal Mass

DAY04

Day 4: Sacred Valley of the Incas

DAY05

Day 5: Machu Picchu

DAY06

Day 6: Hotel to Airport Transfer

Itinerary

See the road day by day.

6 expedition days

DAY01

Upon your arrival at Cusco Airport, our team will be there to welcome you and assist you with your transfer to the hotel. After check-in, you will have free time to settle in, acclimate to the altitude and enjoy the city at your own pace.

DAY02

At approximately 7:20 AM, we will pick you up from your hotel and head to Cusco’s Plaza de Armas, where we will await the Pope Leo XIV Press Conference.

This will be a truly special and memorable day, offering the opportunity to hear the words of the Holy Father, Pope Leo XIV, in an atmosphere filled with emotion and significance.

We recommend being ready in advance to ensure a smooth departure and make the most of this meaningful experience.

DAY03

After breakfast at the hotel, our team will pick up the group and transfer you to the Sacsayhuamán esplanade, where you will take part in a special event in the presence of His Holiness Pope Leo XIV.

This meaningful gathering will offer the opportunity to share a moment of faith, unity and joy while receiving the Holy Father’s blessing.

Throughout the event, the group will be accompanied by our professional guide and assistant, who will provide support during the activity. Each passenger will also receive an individual box lunch.

The activity is expected to conclude at approximately 2:00 PM.

DAY04

We will pick you up from your accommodation at approximately 7:30 AM to begin an unforgettable journey through the Sacred Valley of the Incas, one of the most beautiful and historically important regions of the ancient Inca Empire.

Our first experiences include a stop at a traditional textile center in Chinchero, where you will learn about the traditional Andean spinning and weaving process.

We will then continue to Pisac, where you can explore its colorful traditional market filled with handicrafts, textiles, jewelry and local products. Afterward, we will visit the Pisac Archaeological Park.

The journey continues to Urubamba, where you will enjoy a buffet lunch. In the afternoon, we will explore the impressive Inca fortress of Ollantaytambo before heading to the train station for your journey to Aguas Calientes, where you will spend the night before visiting Machu Picchu.

DAY05

Today is the highlight of your journey: Machu Picchu.

We will head to the Consettur bus station for the ride from Machu Picchu Pueblo to the archaeological site. Upon arrival, you will present your entrance ticket and identification documents before entering the legendary Inca citadel.

Enjoy a guided visit of approximately 2 to 2.5 hours, giving you time to discover the site and capture memorable photographs.

After the tour, we will take the bus back to Machu Picchu Pueblo, where you will have time to have lunch and relax before heading to the train station.

Depending on your scheduled departure, you will board the train back to Ollantaytambo, where our transportation will be waiting to take you back to Cusco.

DAY06

Breakfast will be served at the hotel. At the appropriate time, according to your flight schedule, our transportation will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to Cusco Airport.

This marks the end of an incredible journey filled with culture, breathtaking landscapes and unforgettable experiences.

What's included

Clear before you plan.

What's included

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  • Accommodation during the program
  • Airport, hotel and scheduled tour transfers
  • Tourist transportation
  • Professional tour guide during scheduled activities
  • 24/7 assistance
  • Pope Leo XIV press conference activity
  • Papal Mass activity
  • Box lunch on selected days
  • Sacred Valley tour
  • Entrance tickets to scheduled Sacred Valley attractions
  • Buffet lunch in Urubamba
  • Expedition train from Ollantaytambo to Machu Picchu
  • Guided Machu Picchu tour
  • Machu Picchu entrance ticket, subject to availability
  • Round-trip bus to Machu Picchu
  • Expedition train from Machu Picchu to Ollantaytambo
  • Transfer from Ollantaytambo to Cusco
  • Breakfasts as specified in the itinerary
  • Final hotel-to-airport transfer

What's not included

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  • Domestic and international flights
  • Lima to Cusco flight
  • Cusco to Lima flight and international connections
  • Meals not specifically mentioned as included
  • Snacks and lunches not specified in the itinerary
  • Personal and additional expenses
  • Early hotel check-in
  • Late hotel check-out

Trip details

The details that shape your journey.

Route and logistics

Starts in
Cusco
Ends in
Cusco
Languages
English, Spanish

Accommodation

Hotel categories
Standard / 3 stars
  • Licensed Operator

    Official MINCETUR & Inca Trail authorization

  • Cusco-Based Since 2014

    100% direct local operation with zero middlemen

  • 4.9 / 5 Traveler Rating

    Verified reviews from international explorers

  • 24/7 On-Trip Support

    Real-time assistance from our Cusco headquarters

TripAdvisor
Marca Perú
Agencia Inscrita MINCETUR

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