Cusco eSIM
Which eSIM should I buy for Cusco?
Choose the AloOui Peru eSIM. It starts at $7.11 for 1GB over 7 days and runs on Entel Peru and Claro (up to 5G) and Movistar Peru (up to 4G). Install it before you fly and you're online the moment you land at Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ). The same eSIM covers Peru, so the Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu and Lima are included.
Or buy in the AloOui app:
Cusco eSIM prices
| Plan | Data | Price (USD) | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fixed 1GB / 7 days | 1GB total | $7.11 | A short city stop |
| Fixed 5GB / 30 days | 5GB total | $20.64 | Maps, train tickets and bookings for a week |
| Unlimited Essential / 3 days | 1GB/day high-speed, then up to 1.25 Mbps | $21.50 | A packed few days around Cusco |
| Unlimited Essential / 7 days | 1GB/day high-speed, then up to 1.25 Mbps | $43.99 | Everyday use without counting data |
| Unlimited Plus / 7 days | 2GB/day high-speed, then up to 2 Mbps | $87.98 | Machu Picchu photos and video |
Prices may change. Always check the product page for the latest prices before purchasing.
Arriving in Cusco
Cusco Airport (CUZ) is only around 15 minutes from the Plaza de Armas by taxi. The city sits at about 3,400 metres, so many travellers spend their first night lower down in the Sacred Valley and come back to Cusco later.
Data tip: turn on AloOui as you land and send your hotel your arrival time. Take it slowly on day one while you adjust to the altitude.
Machu Picchu
Trains run from Cusco (Poroy) and from Ollantaytambo in the Sacred Valley to Aguas Calientes, where buses climb to Machu Picchu. Entry tickets are sold for timed slots and set circuits, and they often sell out weeks ahead in high season. Inca Trail permits sell out months in advance.
Data tip: book your entry, train and bus on your phone as early as you can, and save every ticket offline. Signal is limited at the site itself.
Where you'll use your data in Cusco
- Plaza de Armas: the cathedral and the Church of the Company of Jesus
- Qorikancha: the Inca Temple of the Sun beneath the Santo Domingo convent
- Sacsayhuamán: giant Inca stone walls above the city
- San Pedro Market: juices, soups and local produce
The Sacred Valley and Rainbow Mountain
The Sacred Valley villages of Pisac and Ollantaytambo have Inca terraces and markets, and the salt pans of Maras and the circular terraces of Moray are nearby. Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca) is a tough early-morning trip to around 5,000 metres.
Data tip: download offline maps for the valley roads, and share your plan with someone before high-altitude hikes.
More of Peru
Fly to Lima in about an hour and a half, or take the bus to Arequipa. Your Peru eSIM works across the country.
Set up in 2 minutes
Install the emailed QR code over Wi-Fi before you fly, then turn on AloOui and data roaming when you land. Your plan starts when you connect in Peru, not when you install. It covers Peru, from Lima to Cusco and Arequipa. Contact our support team through the AloOui Help Center.
Cusco eSIM FAQs
Does my eSIM work at Machu Picchu?
In Aguas Calientes, yes. Signal at the ruins is limited, so save your entry ticket and photos to upload later.
Which plan is best for Cusco and Machu Picchu?
Unlimited Essential for 7 days ($43.99) covers maps, tickets and photos for a week around Cusco and the Sacred Valley.
Can I show my Machu Picchu ticket on my phone?
Yes. Save it offline, and carry your passport, which is checked at the entrance.
Will it work in the Sacred Valley?
Yes, in Pisac, Urubamba and Ollantaytambo. Coverage is thinner on remote roads and hikes.
Does it include a Peruvian phone number?
No. Your eSIM is data-only, so you call and message through WhatsApp, FaceTime and other apps.
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