Must See Cusco: Machu Picchu, Sacred Valley & Cusco

• Day 1: Cusco City
  • The Must See Cusco Trip begins the moment you step off the plane in Cusco. Our airport shuttle will pick you up from the airport and take you to your Cusco hotel to drop off your luggage.
  • Day 1 of the tour begins at 1:00 PM in Cusco, also known as the Imperial City. The tour begins visiting the Koricancha Temple, a preserved Inca palace and worship center in Cusco’s Historic Center.
  • From there, the tour visits Plaza de Armas (the main square) and the Cathedral Basilica (a historic catholic temple) before heading on to the Sacsayhuamán Fortress (15th century Inca ruins and Qenko archeological site).
  • After the tour, you will return to your hotel in Cusco.
• Day 2: Sacred Valley
  • Day 2 of the Must See Cusco Trip is an 8-hour day trip that begins with pickup from your hotel at 8 AM. Then, we’ll take the scenic route through the Sacred Valley of the Incas, stopping at a picturesque Andean town.
  • Then, we’ll continue towards Ollantaytambo, pausing at a scenic lookout to enjoy one of the best views in the Sacred Valley.
  • At 12 PM, we will eat a traditional Peruvian lunch at a local restaurant (included).
  • Afterward, we continue to the charming village and fortress ruins of Ollantaytambo. These ancient ruins are among the most important in the Inca Empire, serving as a pivotal victory location in a battle against the Spanish Conquistadors. The architectural site includes a fortress, platforms, and temple exquisitely built into the Andean mountainside.
  • In the late afternoon, you will return to the hotel to relax and prepare for the next day’s adventure to Machu Picchu.
• Day 3: Machu Picchu
  • Day 3 of the Must See Cusco Trip is a round-trip day adventure. It begins with a 2-hour, mid-morning (8:45 -10:30 AM) commute from Cusco to the Ollantaytambo train station.
  • At 11:15 AM, take a 90-minute train ride on Inca Rail Frequency 43 via The Voyager Machu Picchu Train to Aguas Calientes, the Machu Picchu Pueblo.
  • Our staff will be awaiting your arrival in the Machu Picchu Pueblo. Here, you will have about 30-40 minutes to organize your luggage and use the restroom before walking with your guide to the bus station.
  • During the 5-minute walk to the bus station, your guide will show you recommendations for where to eat and how to find them from the bus station. You will have approximately 1 hour to eat after your Machu Picchu tour and before boarding the return train to Ollantaytambo later in the day.
  • After arriving at the bus station, you will board a Consettur tour bus for a 30-40 minute ride to the entrance of Machu Picchu. The well-appointed buses offer a very comfortable riding experience. The spacious, soft seats offer the perfect place to enjoy views of the Andean mountainside through the large, panoramic windows.
  • Upon arrival to Machu Picchu, we will help you prepare for your guided tour of the Inca Ruins. Our expert guides will give you lots of tips and historical details to ensure your experience and photographs of Machu Picchu are very memorable. The tour will begin at 2:15PM and will last approximately 2.5 hours.
  • After the tour, you will board a Consettur bus returning to the Machu Picchu Pueblo. It will leave between 4:45 - 5:15 PM and will arrive in the Machu Picchu Pueblo around 5:30 PM. You will have approximately 1 hour to eat dinner and explore the village before beginning the return trip to Cusco.
  • Following dinner and exploration, you should go to the train station at 6:30 PM.
  • At the train station, you’ll board the 7:00 PM, Voyager Machu Picchu Train on Frequency 46 for the return trip to Ollantaytambo.
  • Arrive at the Ollantaytambo Train Station around 8:45 PM
  • Complete the 2-hour commute back to Cusco’s Historic District and return to your hotel.
  • Details of the Must See Cusco Experience
    • Commute time: 4 hours by road, 3 hours by train
    • Guided tour duration: 2.5 hours at Machu Picchu
    • Total day trip duration: 14-16 hours
    • Altitude at Machu Picchu: 7,972 feet (2,430 meters)
    • Difficulty: 2/5
• Día 4: Airport
  • After you check out from your Cusco hotel, we will pick you up and take you to the Cusco Airport.

Remember!

• Bring a fully charged phone, camera batteries, and memory cards to document the sites of Peru
• Bring an extra layer of clothing for the changing conditions of high-altitude weather. It can be cold, windy, or wet at times.
• Wear shoes and clothing suitable for moderate walking in wet, high-altitude conditions
• Carry a water bottle, but please do not bring snacks into the Machu Picchu ruins.
• Carry cash to tip your guides and take photos with the locals
• Document your trip and share your experiences to inspire others to visit Machu Picchu
• Bring your Passport. It may be required to enter the ruins.

• Round-trip Tickets on The Voyager Machu Picchu Train (Day 3 on frequency 43 with departure from Ollantaytambo Station at 11:15 AM and returning on frequency 46 from Machu Picchu Station at 7:00 PM).
• Transportation to/from the airport and your Cusco hotel
• Consettur bus ticket from the Machu Picchu Pueblo to the Machu Picchu Citadel
• Entrance tickets for Machu Picchu
• Entrance tickets for Cusco sites
• Professional English-speaking guide for all tours
• Meals: 
  • Lunch on Day 2
  • Lunch on Day 3

• Tips for tour guides, drivers, and waiters if not specified in the description.
• Meals, beverages, and services not mentioned on the itinerary
• Domestic and international air tickets.
• Hotel.

• Cancellation and rescheduling are only valid until 7 days prior to a booked trip without penalty. Otherwise, you are responsible for 100% of the cost
• Changes and refunds of the entrance to Machu Picchu Citadel (INC) aren’t allowed.

• Promotion valid for travel until December, 31th 2024.
• Tour start time: 1:00 PM Peru Time. Please arrive at your designated departure point 30 minutes prior.
• We pick up clients from hotels located in the historic center of Cusco. If you are in accommodation outside this area, you must contact us to coordinate a meeting point so that you can come closer.
• Passengers are responsible to arrive on time to the itinerary established by the tour package; otherwise, they may later join the tour by their own account (transportation) and refund will not apply for the service not used.