Embark on our 4-Day Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, and Cusco Tour for a unique experience where you'll discover the beauty of Inca Culture. Get up close with the city of Cusco, the Sacred Valley of the Incas, and the Citadel of Machu Picchu. This journey promises amazing and unforgettable moments, immersing you in the rich history and natural beauty of the region.
We warmly welcome you and pick you up at the Cusco airport to take you to your hotel. After settling in, we explore the magical city of Cusco and the impressive Inca constructions that surround it. We will start our tour at the Cathedral, then proceed to Qoricancha, Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Puka Pukara, and finally, Tambomachay.
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On this day, you will begin a fascinating tour of the Sacred Valley of the Incas. At approximately 07:30 a.m., we will pick you up from the hotel in Cusco, taking you through the mountains in a unique experience. The first stop will be at the Archaeological Center of Pisac, an hour from Cusco; the ruins of Pisac reveal a system of terraces, domestic structures, and aqueducts. Later, you will explore the handicraft market of Pisac before enjoying a buffet lunch in Urubamba with local and national cuisine.
The next stop will take you to Ollantaytambo, recognized as the "Best Tourist Town in the World." This archaeological site features superimposed terraces and finely carved stone blocks. After the tour in Ollantaytambo, you will head to the train station to board the train to Aguas Calientes. This 1-hour and 50-minute journey will immerse you in lush nature, accompanied by the waters of the Vilcanota River. In Aguas Calientes, we will assist you with the transfer to the hotel and leave the rest of the day free for you to explore the town, shop, or dine in local restaurants.
Early in the morning, our guide will be waiting for you at the hotel to take you to the bus station, where you will board the bus to the Archaeological Sanctuary of Machu Picchu; this journey takes 25 minutes. Upon arrival, the tour begins, exploring the Inca citadel, with a duration of 2 to 3 hours. Our guide will share the history and architecture of this wonder of the world.
After the tour, you will return by bus to Aguas Calientes, where you will have time for lunch and explore the charming town. Later, you will board the train back to Ollantaytambo, and it is here where we will pick you up from the station to transfer you to your hotel in Cusco, concluding our tour to Machu Picchu.
We start the day with breakfast at your hotel. Then, we will transfer you to the airport at the designated time to board your departure flight, marking the end of our exciting 4-Day Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, and Cusco Tour.
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We will wait for you at the airport to welcome you. Later, we will take you to your hotel in Cusco. At approximately 01:00 p.m., we will pick you up from your hotel to start our City Tour. We will delve into the cultural richness of the city, beginning with The Cathedral of Cusco, adorned with delicate carved woodwork, impressive altars, and beautiful paintings created by local artists from the Cusco School.
Next, we will explore Qorikancha or the Temple of the Sun, an amazing place built by the Incas in worship of the sun. Later modified by the Spaniards during the Viceroyalty for the evangelization of the indigenous people, it still preserves walls built with extraordinary precision by the Incas, along with Catholic religious pieces of an artistic nature.
After visiting Qoricancha, we will transfer to our transport to Sacsayhuaman, located 3 km from Cusco. The esplanade of Sacsayhuaman gives us a panoramic view of the city of Cusco. This imposing structure was built with colossal blocks of limestone, some with astonishing weights ranging from 25 to 130 tons. Comprising three superimposed terraces in a serpentine arrangement (zigzag), its breadth and grandeur made it a meeting point for various festivities, such as WARACHIKUY and INTI RAYMI.
We will continue our journey exploring Qenqo, a Quechua word that means "labyrinth," attributed to the underground galleries and small canals carved in a zigzag pattern. Our next stop is Puka Pukara, the "red fortress," strategically located to control access and exits from the imperial city.
As the final point of our tour, we will explore Tambomachay, a resting place located 9 km from the city of Cusco. Also known as the "baths of the Inca" due to its water springs or popularly known as the "waters of eternal youth" due to the constancy of the flow of its waters. We conclude our City Tour near the Plaza de Armas of Cusco, at approximately 6:00 p.m.
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After the tour, we invite you to take a stroll around the Plaza de Armas and its surroundings, where you can admire the creations of Cusco artisans in craft shops. Enjoy the renowned and unique Peruvian cuisine in local restaurants, or simply take a break on one of the benches in the Plaza de Armas. If you enjoy the night, around the square, you will find numerous nightclubs and bars full of tourists and locals eager to have fun.
On this day, you will embark on a comprehensive tour of the impressive Sacred Valley of the Incas. After breakfast at your hotel, our team will be ready to pick you up at approximately 07:30 a.m., starting a fascinating journey through the mountains.
The first stop takes us to the Archaeological Center of Pisac, located 1 hour from Cusco. In this complex, the Incas demonstrated advanced knowledge in the construction of structures. The ruins of Pisac exhibit a system of terraces, domestic and ceremonial structures, and aqueducts that supplied water for agriculture. Subsequently, we will explore the handicraft market of Pisac, full of color and offering a variety of unique handicrafts. At noon, we will have lunch in the town of Urubamba, enjoying a buffet lunch with local and national cuisine.
The next stop will take us to the fortress of Ollantaytambo, a military, agricultural, and religious center that administered and controlled the Sacred Valley. This archaeological site has superimposed terraces, highlighting impressive finely carved stone blocks. Ollantaytambo is recognized as the "Best Tourist Town in the World."
After the tour in Ollantaytambo, we will head to the station to board the train to Aguas Calientes. This journey takes 01 hour and 50 minutes, immersing us in a ride through lush nature, accompanied by the waters of the Vilcanota River. Once in Aguas Calientes, we will assist you in transferring to your hotel and provide the rest of the day for you to enjoy exploring the town, shopping at craft stores, or dining at local restaurants.
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Early in the morning, our guide will be waiting for you at the hotel to accompany you to the bus station, where we will board the vehicle that will take us to the Archaeological Sanctuary of Machu Picchu. The bus journey takes approximately 25 minutes, constituting the conventional route to reach the Inca citadel.
Once at the historic sanctuary, we will start our tour. We will explore the ancient remains, Inca architecture, and engineering. The tour of the Machu Picchu Citadel lasts between 2 and 3 hours, allowing you to delve deeper into the richness of this unique place. It is important to note that the visiting time is currently limited, so we will make the most of every moment.
After the tour, we will return by bus to Aguas Calientes, where you will have time for lunch and to explore the charming town, full of restaurants and craft shops. Later, we will board the train back to Ollantaytambo, where our transport will take you back to your hotel in Cusco, marking the end of our tour to Machu Picchu.
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We will start the day with breakfast at your hotel. At the appropriate time, we will accompany you to the airport for your departure flight, thus ending our exciting 4-Day Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, and Cusco Tour.
Train THE VOYAGER or EXPEDITION
2* Hotel
Hotel 7 Ventanas – Hotel Casa Elena – Hotel Andariego, in Cusco
Hotel Wiracocha Inn - Hotel Retama Machupicchu - Hotel Terrazas de Luna, in Aguas calientes
Important: According to availability, a hotel of similar category will be assigned.
Train THE VOYAGER or EXPEDITION
3* Hotel
Hotel Inkarri - Hotel Tika Wasi – Hotel Sueños del Inca, in Cusco
Hotel Tara Machupicchu - Hotel Ferre Machupicchu - Hotel Waman Machupicchu, in Aguas calientes
Important: According to availability, a hotel of similar category will be assigned.
Train THE VOYAGER or EXPEDITION
3* Superior Hotel
Hotel San Agustin Int. - Hotel Xima – Estancia San Blas, in Cusco
Hotel Casa Andina Standard Machupicchu - Hotel Taypikala Machupicchu - Hotel Inti Punku, in Aguas calientes
Important: According to availability, a hotel of similar category will be assigned.
Train THE VOYAGER or EXPEDITION
4* Hotel
Hotel Costa del Sol Ramada - Hotel Sonesta - Hotel Tierra Viva - Hotel San Agustin Plaza, in Cusco
Hotel Tierra Viva Machupicchu - Hotel Jaya Machupicchu - Hotel Hatun Inti Boutique, in Aguas calientes
Important: According to availability, a hotel of similar category will be assigned.
The service in this category is by train THE VOYAGER - IncaRail or EXPEDITION Train - PeruRail, if you prefer to add the VISTADOME train service the additional cost is US$ 50.00 per person round trip.
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4* Hotel
Hotel Costa del Sol Ramada – Hotel Sonesta – Hotel Tierra Viva – Hotel San Agustin Plaza, in Cusco
Important: According to availability, a hotel of similar category will be assigned.
VISTADOME Train
5* Hotel
Hotel Aranwa - Hotel Casa Andina Premium - Hotel Palacio del Inka, in Cusco
Important: According to availability, a hotel of similar category will be assigned.
The service is by Vistadome Train. If you prefer to add the HIRAM BHINGHAM TRAIN service, the additional cost is US$ 730.00 per person.
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