Essential Machupicchu
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Cusco – Free Day
Upon your arrival at the Cusco airport, our travel agency staff will be waiting to greet you and transfer you to your hotel in the city.
The rest of the day is free for rest or personal activities as you begin to acclimate to the altitude.
Overnight stay in Cusco.
Day 2: Sacred Valley Tour – Night in Machupicchu Town
After breakfast at your hotel in Cusco, we will pick you up to start the Sacred Valley of the Incas tour.
- First stop: Taray Viewpoint, with panoramic views for photo opportunities.
- Guided visit to Pisac Archaeological Site.
- Visit to the Pisac Artisan Market, perfect for souvenirs.
- Continue to Urubamba for a buffet lunch at a selected local restaurant.
- Afternoon visit to Ollantaytambo Archaeological Site, one of the last living Inca towns.
- After the tour, we’ll head to Ollantaytambo train station and board the train to Machu Picchu Town (Aguas Calientes), a scenic ride of approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes.
Upon arrival, our staff will meet you and escort you safely to Hotel Humantay Machupicchu, where you’ll check in and receive a short briefing with your guide about the next day’s visit.
Overnight stay in Machupicchu Town.
Day 3: Full Day Machu Picchu Experience – Return to Cusco
After breakfast at the hotel, we will accompany you to the bus station in Aguas Calientes.
You’ll take the bus up to the entrance of Machu Picchu, where your guided tour will begin.
Enjoy an in-depth 2-hour exploration of the Inca citadel, discovering its temples, plazas, terraces, and mysteries.
After the tour:
- Return by bus to Machupicchu Town.
- Lunch in town at a local restaurant.
- Afternoon train back to Ollantaytambo.
- Upon arrival, private transportation will take you back to your hotel in Cusco.
Overnight stay in Cusco.
Day 4: Free Morning – Airport Transfer
After breakfast, enjoy a free morning for last-minute shopping or personal activities in Cusco.
At the appropriate time, we will pick you up and transfer you to the airport for your return flight.
End of services.
What’s Included
- All ground transportation for tours and transfers
- Professional bilingual guide during all tours
- Entrance tickets to all attractions visited
- Cusco tourist ticket (Boleto Turístico)
- Round-trip train tickets to Machu Picchu
- 3 hotel nights (2 in Cusco, 1 in Machupicchu Town)
- Daily breakfast
- Buffet lunch during Sacred Valley tour
- Personalized assistance from our team
Not Included
- International and domestic flights
- Dinners and any meals not mentioned
- Personal expenses or tips
- Additional services not specified in the itinerary
Recommendations
- Travel light: leave your main luggage in Cusco and carry a small backpack for Machu Picchu
- Bring snacks and a reusable water bottle
- Follow your guide’s advice on clothing and footwear
- Bring a camera and extra batteries
- Carry some cash for souvenirs and emergencies
Altitude Acclimatization Advice
We recommend resting for at least half a day upon arrival in Cusco to help your body adjust to the high altitude.
Drinking coca tea at your hotel is a natural way to ease the symptoms.
If you experience any discomfort, notify your travel agent so we can offer support as needed.