Overview
Duration
Type tour
Difficulty
Altitude
Acomodation
Group size
Arrival in Cusco & City Tour
In the morning, arrive in Cusco. In the afternoon, enjoy a city tour and explore the surrounding archaeological sites (approx. 6.5 hours).
Overnight: Cusco
Machu Picchu Tour – Return to Cusco
Take a scenic train ride and discover the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu. Hike to the summit of Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain (subject to ticket availability).
Overnight: Cusco
Cusco – Lima Flight – Return Home
At any time, our team will provide a farewell transfer to the Cusco airport for your flight to Lima and onward journey hom.
Itinerary Machu Picchu & Huayna Picchu – 3-Day Tour
Day 1: Arrival in Cusco + City Tour
Upon your arrival at Cusco Airport in the morning, one of our hosts will warmly welcome you and assist with your transfer and hotel check-in.
In the afternoon, join your professional tour guide for an exciting 6-hour guided City Tour, exploring the most iconic landmarks in and around the Imperial City.
Start at the Main Square (Plaza de Armas), home to a statue of the ninth emperor of the Inca Empire, and visit the impressive Cusco Cathedral, where you’ll admire its dazzling religious décor made from precious metals and carved wood. Continue to Qorikancha (Temple of the Sun), once the most important administrative, religious, military, and astronomical center of the Inca Empire.
Next, head outside the city to explore the spectacular Sacsayhuamán Fortress, followed by the archaeological sites of Qenqo, Puka Pukara, and Tambomachay. Along the way, marvel at the mysterious cyclopean polygonal stone walls, renowned for their perfectly fitted joints without the use of mortar.
Overnight in Cusco
Day 2: Full-Day Adventure to Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain
Today, wake up early for a full-day adventure to Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain.
At 3:45 a.m., our team will pick you up from your hotel in Cusco and transfer you by tourist minibus to the Ollantaytambo train station. At 6:10 a.m., board the panoramic train and enjoy an unforgettable journey through the Urubamba River Valley, surrounded by towering mountains, until you reach Machu Picchu Pueblo (Aguas Calientes).
Upon arrival, you’ll be greeted by one of our hosts and a professional local guide, who will accompany you on a 2-hour guided tour of the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu.
- If you have a Huayna Picchu ticket, you will first take the guided tour of Machu Picchu, then hike up Huayna Picchu on your own (entry time: 9:00 – 10:00 a.m.).
- If you have a Machu Picchu Mountain ticket, you will first hike up Machu Picchu Mountain on your own (entry time: 8:00 – 9:00 a.m.) and meet your guide afterward for the 2-hour tour of the citadel.
The hike to either mountain is a challenging yet unforgettable experience, offering breathtaking panoramic views of Machu Picchu perfectly nestled within the surrounding natural landscape.
After your visit, take the bus back to Aguas Calientes and enjoy some free time for lunch (not included). Later, at 3:20 p.m. or 6:20 p.m., board the return train to Ollantaytambo. Upon arrival, our staff will be waiting to transfer you by tourist minibus back to your hotel in Cusco.
Overnight in Cusco
Day 3: Return to Lima – End of the Tour
After breakfast at the hotel, 2 hours and 20 minutes before your flight departure, our staff will pick you up and provide a punctual transfer to the Cusco airport.
If your flight is scheduled for the afternoon, you’ll have free time to continue exploring the city, visit museums, stroll through the charming cobblestone streets, or do some last-minute shopping for souvenirs and handicrafts.
End of our services.
Includes
- Private transportation from Cusco airport to your hotel and return.
- Tourist transportation for the city tour and nearby archaeological sites.
- Professional bilingual tour guide (Spanish/English).
- Round-trip tourist train tickets from Ollantaytambo to Machu Picchu.
- All entrance fees for the sites mentioned in the itinerary (Cusco City Tour, Machu Picchu, and Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain).
- Round-trip Consettur bus tickets from Aguas Calientes to the Machu Picchu Citadel.
- Tourist transportation from Cusco to the Ollantaytambo train station and back.
- 2 nights of accommodation in a 3-star hotel with breakfast (in Cusco).
- Meals: 2 hotel breakfasts.
- First aid kit and oxygen available during the tours.
- Regular or private tour service (based on your selection).
- Permanent assistance throughout your experience.
No Incluye
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Meals not specified in the “Included” section.
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All domestic and international flight tickets (our professional team can assist you with bookings if needed).
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Travel insurance – we strongly recommend that you purchase your own policy.
-
Personal medications and items, especially altitude sickness pills (soroche).
-
Tips for guides, drivers, and staff (optional but appreciated).
Packing list Machu Picchu & Huayna Picchu – 3-Day Tour
- A small personal backpack for the tours (max. 25 liters).
- All tickets provided in Cusco (entrance tickets, train tickets, and Consettur bus tickets).
- The personal document used to book the tour (passport, ID card, student card, etc.).
- Raincoat or poncho for the rainy season (November to April).
- Hat and cap for both cold and sunny weather.
- Appropriate shoes for climbing Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain.
- Sunscreen (especially from April to October).
- Mosquito repellent (essential for Machu Picchu).
- Bottled water.
- Personal medication and altitude sickness pills (soroche).
- Extra cash (PEN), preferably in small bills.
- Cameras or other electronic devices.
Recommendations
- Book your Huayna Picchu and Machu Picchu 3-Day Tour two or three months in advance, especially if you plan to hike Huayna Picchu (only 300 entries per day – it sells out quickly). Once Huayna Picchu is fully booked, the Machu Picchu Mountain option (100 entries per day) also begins to sell out. We highly recommend booking several months ahead of time.
- Ensure your flight arrives in Cusco before 11:00 a.m.
- Notify us in case of any delay or change in your arrival time.
- Before and upon arrival in Cusco, take altitude sickness pills. Coca leaf tea (available in hotels) also helps with acclimatization and can reduce discomfort such as headaches, dizziness, and nausea.
- Avoid coffee, alcohol, and cigarettes, as they hinder proper oxygen absorption.
- In Cusco, especially in the early mornings and at night, wear warm clothing – particularly on Day 2 of your itinerary.
- For the train journey to Machu Picchu, leave heavy luggage at your hotel in Cusco. The train company allows only personal items. If you wish to travel with larger luggage, you’ll need to pay an additional fee and go through a lengthy cargo process.
Prices Machu Picchu & Huayna Picchu – 3-Day Tour
PRECIO POR PERSONA:
$485.00
Overview
Duration
Type tour
Difficulty
Altitude
Acomodation
Group size
Arrival in Cusco & City Tour
In the morning, arrive in Cusco. In the afternoon, enjoy a city tour and explore the surrounding archaeological sites (approx. 6.5 hours).
Overnight: Cusco
Machu Picchu Tour – Return to Cusco
Take a scenic train ride and discover the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu. Hike to the summit of Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain (subject to ticket availability).
Overnight: Cusco
Cusco – Lima Flight – Return Home
At any time, our team will provide a farewell transfer to the Cusco airport for your flight to Lima and onward journey hom.
Day 1: Arrival in Cusco + City Tour
Upon your arrival at Cusco Airport in the morning, one of our hosts will warmly welcome you and assist with your transfer and hotel check-in.
In the afternoon, join your professional tour guide for an exciting 6-hour guided City Tour, exploring the most iconic landmarks in and around the Imperial City.
Start at the Main Square (Plaza de Armas), home to a statue of the ninth emperor of the Inca Empire, and visit the impressive Cusco Cathedral, where you’ll admire its dazzling religious décor made from precious metals and carved wood. Continue to Qorikancha (Temple of the Sun), once the most important administrative, religious, military, and astronomical center of the Inca Empire.
Next, head outside the city to explore the spectacular Sacsayhuamán Fortress, followed by the archaeological sites of Qenqo, Puka Pukara, and Tambomachay. Along the way, marvel at the mysterious cyclopean polygonal stone walls, renowned for their perfectly fitted joints without the use of mortar.
Overnight in Cusco
Day 2: Full-Day Adventure to Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain
Today, wake up early for a full-day adventure to Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain.
At 3:45 a.m., our team will pick you up from your hotel in Cusco and transfer you by tourist minibus to the Ollantaytambo train station. At 6:10 a.m., board the panoramic train and enjoy an unforgettable journey through the Urubamba River Valley, surrounded by towering mountains, until you reach Machu Picchu Pueblo (Aguas Calientes).
Upon arrival, you’ll be greeted by one of our hosts and a professional local guide, who will accompany you on a 2-hour guided tour of the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu.
- If you have a Huayna Picchu ticket, you will first take the guided tour of Machu Picchu, then hike up Huayna Picchu on your own (entry time: 9:00 – 10:00 a.m.).
- If you have a Machu Picchu Mountain ticket, you will first hike up Machu Picchu Mountain on your own (entry time: 8:00 – 9:00 a.m.) and meet your guide afterward for the 2-hour tour of the citadel.
The hike to either mountain is a challenging yet unforgettable experience, offering breathtaking panoramic views of Machu Picchu perfectly nestled within the surrounding natural landscape.
After your visit, take the bus back to Aguas Calientes and enjoy some free time for lunch (not included). Later, at 3:20 p.m. or 6:20 p.m., board the return train to Ollantaytambo. Upon arrival, our staff will be waiting to transfer you by tourist minibus back to your hotel in Cusco.
Overnight in Cusco
Day 3: Return to Lima – End of the Tour
After breakfast at the hotel, 2 hours and 20 minutes before your flight departure, our staff will pick you up and provide a punctual transfer to the Cusco airport.
If your flight is scheduled for the afternoon, you’ll have free time to continue exploring the city, visit museums, stroll through the charming cobblestone streets, or do some last-minute shopping for souvenirs and handicrafts.
End of our services.
Includes
- Private transportation from Cusco airport to your hotel and return.
- Tourist transportation for the city tour and nearby archaeological sites.
- Professional bilingual tour guide (Spanish/English).
- Round-trip tourist train tickets from Ollantaytambo to Machu Picchu.
- All entrance fees for the sites mentioned in the itinerary (Cusco City Tour, Machu Picchu, and Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain).
- Round-trip Consettur bus tickets from Aguas Calientes to the Machu Picchu Citadel.
- Tourist transportation from Cusco to the Ollantaytambo train station and back.
- 2 nights of accommodation in a 3-star hotel with breakfast (in Cusco).
- Meals: 2 hotel breakfasts.
- First aid kit and oxygen available during the tours.
- Regular or private tour service (based on your selection).
- Permanent assistance throughout your experience.
-
Meals not specified in the “Included” section.
-
All domestic and international flight tickets (our professional team can assist you with bookings if needed).
-
Travel insurance – we strongly recommend that you purchase your own policy.
-
Personal medications and items, especially altitude sickness pills (soroche).
-
Tips for guides, drivers, and staff (optional but appreciated).
- A small personal backpack for the tours (max. 25 liters).
- All tickets provided in Cusco (entrance tickets, train tickets, and Consettur bus tickets).
- The personal document used to book the tour (passport, ID card, student card, etc.).
- Raincoat or poncho for the rainy season (November to April).
- Hat and cap for both cold and sunny weather.
- Appropriate shoes for climbing Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain.
- Sunscreen (especially from April to October).
- Mosquito repellent (essential for Machu Picchu).
- Bottled water.
- Personal medication and altitude sickness pills (soroche).
- Extra cash (PEN), preferably in small bills.
- Cameras or other electronic devices.
Recommendations
- Book your Huayna Picchu and Machu Picchu 3-Day Tour two or three months in advance, especially if you plan to hike Huayna Picchu (only 300 entries per day – it sells out quickly). Once Huayna Picchu is fully booked, the Machu Picchu Mountain option (100 entries per day) also begins to sell out. We highly recommend booking several months ahead of time.
- Ensure your flight arrives in Cusco before 11:00 a.m.
- Notify us in case of any delay or change in your arrival time.
- Before and upon arrival in Cusco, take altitude sickness pills. Coca leaf tea (available in hotels) also helps with acclimatization and can reduce discomfort such as headaches, dizziness, and nausea.
- Avoid coffee, alcohol, and cigarettes, as they hinder proper oxygen absorption.
- In Cusco, especially in the early mornings and at night, wear warm clothing – particularly on Day 2 of your itinerary.
- For the train journey to Machu Picchu, leave heavy luggage at your hotel in Cusco. The train company allows only personal items. If you wish to travel with larger luggage, you’ll need to pay an additional fee and go through a lengthy cargo process.
