Overview
Duration
Type tour
Difficulty
Altitude
Acomodation
Group size
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Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights
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Destinations: Cusco, Sacred Valley, Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu
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Tour Type: Cultural, historical, scenic
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Accommodation: 3★ Hotels (customizable)
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Difficulty Level: Easy to moderate
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Start: Cusco / End: Cusco
Itinerary Machu Picchu & Classic Cusco – 4 Days
Da 1:
Arrival in Cusco and City Tour
Upon arrival at the Cusco airport (in the morning hours), one of our hosts will greet you and assist with your transfer and check-in at the hotel.
In the afternoon (1:00 p.m.), embark on a unique and exciting 6-hour guided tour to discover the most iconic sites in and around the Imperial City.
Begin by exploring the Main Square, where you’ll admire colonial buildings constructed atop ancient Inca palace walls. Then, visit the interior of the Cusco Cathedral, a masterpiece of colonial art, richly adorned with religious artwork.
Continue walking along original Inca streets until you reach the Temple of the Sun (Qoricancha) and observe the impressive fusion of Andean and European cultures.
Next, leave the city to visit the archaeological park of Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Pukapukara, and Tambomachay, where you’ll marvel at the mysterious cyclopean walls with finely crafted polygonal stones.
Finally, return to your hotel.
Overnight: Cusco
Day 2:
Sacred Valley Tour – Journey to Machu Picchu
On this 4-Day Cusco & Machu Picchu Tour, discover the very best of the Sacred Valley of the Incas.
After breakfast at your hotel, begin an epic journey to the Sacred Valley with a brief stop at a women-run native textile center, where you’ll learn how traditional Andean weavings are made using the wool of llamas, alpacas, huanacos, and vicuñas.
Next, visit the archaeological site and local market of Pisac. Admire the vast agricultural terraces built into the mountainside and stroll through the colorful market full of local crafts and produce.
At midday, enjoy a delicious buffet lunch in Urubamba, prepared with native Andean ingredients. Then, continue on to explore the archaeological site of Ollantaytambo, an impressive example of Inca urban planning and architecture.
In the afternoon, at either 4:36 p.m. or 7:04 p.m., board your train at the Ollantaytambo station and cross the eastern Andes through a deep and scenic valley until you reach Machu Picchu Pueblo (Aguas Calientes). Upon arrival, our host will be waiting to escort you to your hotel.
Overnight in Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu Town)
Day 3: Machu Picchu Tour – Return to Cusco
Rediscover the Lost City of the Incas: Machu Picchu.
After breakfast at the hotel, join your professional local guide and take the shuttle bus (25 minutes) up to Machu Picchu, the Wonder of the World.
After passing the checkpoint, head to the Guardhouse viewpoint, where you’ll enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of Machu Picchu nestled within a scenic canyon, surrounded by steep mountains blanketed in dense cloud forest. Then, explore the urban sector of the citadel, visiting highlights such as the Temple of the Sun, the Royal Residence, the astronomical observatory, plazas, and more.
After your guided tour, bid farewell to this mystical stone city, then take the bus back down to Aguas Calientes, where you’ll have lunch on your own.
Later in the afternoon (at 2:55 p.m., 3:20 p.m., or 6:20 p.m.), board your train back to Ollantaytambo. Upon arrival, a member of our team will greet you and transfer you by tourist minivan back to Cusco.
Important: If you have reserved entry to Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain, you may hike it on your own after the guided tour.
Overnight in Cusco.
Day 4: Flight Cusco – Lima – Return Home
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel, and 2 hours and 20 minutes before your flight departure, our staff will pick you up and accompany you to the Cusco airport.
If your flight is scheduled for the afternoon, feel free to use your free time to explore more of Cusco or do some last-minute souvenir shopping.
End of our services.
Includes
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Private transportation from the airport to the hotel and back.
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Tourist transportation for all guided tours.
-
Professional bilingual tour guide (English or Spanish).
-
Round-trip train tickets from Ollantaytambo to Machu Picchu (Expedition or similar service).
-
All entrance tickets to the attractions mentioned in the itinerary (Cusco, Sacred Valley, and Machu Picchu).
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Round-trip Consettur bus tickets from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu Citadel.
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Return tourist transportation from Ollantaytambo train station to Cusco.
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3 nights of accommodation in a 3-star hotel with breakfast included (2 nights in Cusco, 1 night in Aguas Calientes).
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Meals included: 3 breakfasts and 1 buffet lunch with Andean ingredients (Sacred Valley).
-
First aid kit and oxygen bottle.
-
Shared (group) or private tour option.
-
24/7 permanent assistance.
No Incluye
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Meals not mentioned in the “Included” section.
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All airline tickets (our professional team can assist you with booking if needed).
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Travel insurance – we highly recommend purchasing your own travel insurance.
-
Personal medications and items – especially altitude sickness pills.
-
Entrance tickets to Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain (optional and subject to availability).
-
Tips for guides, drivers, or hotel staff (optional but appreciated).
Packing list Machu Picchu & Classic Cusco – 4 Days
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A small personal backpack for excursions (max. 25 liters).
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All tickets provided upon your arrival in Cusco (tourist tickets, train and Consettur bus tickets).
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Personal identification used to book the tour (passport, national ID, student card, etc.).
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Rain jacket or poncho for the rainy season (November to April).
-
Hat and cap for both sun and cold weather.
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Sunscreen (recommended from April to October).
-
Mosquito repellent (for Machu Picchu).
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Bottled water.
-
Personal medications and altitude sickness pills (Soroche).
-
Extra cash (in Peruvian soles – PEN).
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Camera and other personal items.
Recommendations
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Book your tour months in advance, especially if you plan to travel between May and September (high season), as Machu Picchu and train tickets tend to sell out quickly.
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Make sure your flight arrives in Cusco before 11:00 a.m. on the first day.
-
Notify us in case of delays or changes to your arrival.
-
Before and upon arriving in Cusco, take altitude sickness pills and drink coca leaf tea at your hotel – this will help you acclimate better and avoid discomfort such as headaches, dizziness, or nausea.
-
Avoid coffee, alcohol, and cigarettes, as they hinder proper oxygen absorption.
-
In Cusco, especially in the early morning and at night, wear warm clothing — especially for high-altitude or full-day tours.
-
It’s best to visit Cusco first, then the Sacred Valley, followed by Machu Picchu, and leave the higher-altitude tours for last.
-
For your train trip to Machu Picchu, leave heavy luggage at your Cusco hotel. The train company allows only small carry-on items. If you wish to take larger luggage, you must pay an extra fee and go through a separate shipping process with the freight train service.
Prices Machu Picchu & Classic Cusco – 4 Days
Price per person:
USD $590.00
Overview
Duration
Type tour
Difficulty
Altitude
Acomodation
Group size
-
Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights
-
Destinations: Cusco, Sacred Valley, Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu
-
Tour Type: Cultural, historical, scenic
-
Accommodation: 3★ Hotels (customizable)
-
Difficulty Level: Easy to moderate
-
Start: Cusco / End: Cusco
Da 1:
Arrival in Cusco and City Tour
Upon arrival at the Cusco airport (in the morning hours), one of our hosts will greet you and assist with your transfer and check-in at the hotel.
In the afternoon (1:00 p.m.), embark on a unique and exciting 6-hour guided tour to discover the most iconic sites in and around the Imperial City.
Begin by exploring the Main Square, where you’ll admire colonial buildings constructed atop ancient Inca palace walls. Then, visit the interior of the Cusco Cathedral, a masterpiece of colonial art, richly adorned with religious artwork.
Continue walking along original Inca streets until you reach the Temple of the Sun (Qoricancha) and observe the impressive fusion of Andean and European cultures.
Next, leave the city to visit the archaeological park of Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Pukapukara, and Tambomachay, where you’ll marvel at the mysterious cyclopean walls with finely crafted polygonal stones.
Finally, return to your hotel.
Overnight: Cusco
Day 2:
Sacred Valley Tour – Journey to Machu Picchu
On this 4-Day Cusco & Machu Picchu Tour, discover the very best of the Sacred Valley of the Incas.
After breakfast at your hotel, begin an epic journey to the Sacred Valley with a brief stop at a women-run native textile center, where you’ll learn how traditional Andean weavings are made using the wool of llamas, alpacas, huanacos, and vicuñas.
Next, visit the archaeological site and local market of Pisac. Admire the vast agricultural terraces built into the mountainside and stroll through the colorful market full of local crafts and produce.
At midday, enjoy a delicious buffet lunch in Urubamba, prepared with native Andean ingredients. Then, continue on to explore the archaeological site of Ollantaytambo, an impressive example of Inca urban planning and architecture.
In the afternoon, at either 4:36 p.m. or 7:04 p.m., board your train at the Ollantaytambo station and cross the eastern Andes through a deep and scenic valley until you reach Machu Picchu Pueblo (Aguas Calientes). Upon arrival, our host will be waiting to escort you to your hotel.
Overnight in Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu Town)
Day 3: Machu Picchu Tour – Return to Cusco
Rediscover the Lost City of the Incas: Machu Picchu.
After breakfast at the hotel, join your professional local guide and take the shuttle bus (25 minutes) up to Machu Picchu, the Wonder of the World.
After passing the checkpoint, head to the Guardhouse viewpoint, where you’ll enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of Machu Picchu nestled within a scenic canyon, surrounded by steep mountains blanketed in dense cloud forest. Then, explore the urban sector of the citadel, visiting highlights such as the Temple of the Sun, the Royal Residence, the astronomical observatory, plazas, and more.
After your guided tour, bid farewell to this mystical stone city, then take the bus back down to Aguas Calientes, where you’ll have lunch on your own.
Later in the afternoon (at 2:55 p.m., 3:20 p.m., or 6:20 p.m.), board your train back to Ollantaytambo. Upon arrival, a member of our team will greet you and transfer you by tourist minivan back to Cusco.
Important: If you have reserved entry to Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain, you may hike it on your own after the guided tour.
Overnight in Cusco.
Day 4: Flight Cusco – Lima – Return Home
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel, and 2 hours and 20 minutes before your flight departure, our staff will pick you up and accompany you to the Cusco airport.
If your flight is scheduled for the afternoon, feel free to use your free time to explore more of Cusco or do some last-minute souvenir shopping.
End of our services.
Includes
-
Private transportation from the airport to the hotel and back.
-
Tourist transportation for all guided tours.
-
Professional bilingual tour guide (English or Spanish).
-
Round-trip train tickets from Ollantaytambo to Machu Picchu (Expedition or similar service).
-
All entrance tickets to the attractions mentioned in the itinerary (Cusco, Sacred Valley, and Machu Picchu).
-
Round-trip Consettur bus tickets from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu Citadel.
-
Return tourist transportation from Ollantaytambo train station to Cusco.
-
3 nights of accommodation in a 3-star hotel with breakfast included (2 nights in Cusco, 1 night in Aguas Calientes).
-
Meals included: 3 breakfasts and 1 buffet lunch with Andean ingredients (Sacred Valley).
-
First aid kit and oxygen bottle.
-
Shared (group) or private tour option.
-
24/7 permanent assistance.
-
Meals not mentioned in the “Included” section.
-
All airline tickets (our professional team can assist you with booking if needed).
-
Travel insurance – we highly recommend purchasing your own travel insurance.
-
Personal medications and items – especially altitude sickness pills.
-
Entrance tickets to Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain (optional and subject to availability).
-
Tips for guides, drivers, or hotel staff (optional but appreciated).
-
A small personal backpack for excursions (max. 25 liters).
-
All tickets provided upon your arrival in Cusco (tourist tickets, train and Consettur bus tickets).
-
Personal identification used to book the tour (passport, national ID, student card, etc.).
-
Rain jacket or poncho for the rainy season (November to April).
-
Hat and cap for both sun and cold weather.
-
Sunscreen (recommended from April to October).
-
Mosquito repellent (for Machu Picchu).
-
Bottled water.
-
Personal medications and altitude sickness pills (Soroche).
-
Extra cash (in Peruvian soles – PEN).
-
Camera and other personal items.
Recommendations
-
Book your tour months in advance, especially if you plan to travel between May and September (high season), as Machu Picchu and train tickets tend to sell out quickly.
-
Make sure your flight arrives in Cusco before 11:00 a.m. on the first day.
-
Notify us in case of delays or changes to your arrival.
-
Before and upon arriving in Cusco, take altitude sickness pills and drink coca leaf tea at your hotel – this will help you acclimate better and avoid discomfort such as headaches, dizziness, or nausea.
-
Avoid coffee, alcohol, and cigarettes, as they hinder proper oxygen absorption.
-
In Cusco, especially in the early morning and at night, wear warm clothing — especially for high-altitude or full-day tours.
-
It’s best to visit Cusco first, then the Sacred Valley, followed by Machu Picchu, and leave the higher-altitude tours for last.
-
For your train trip to Machu Picchu, leave heavy luggage at your Cusco hotel. The train company allows only small carry-on items. If you wish to take larger luggage, you must pay an extra fee and go through a separate shipping process with the freight train service.
