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Cusco City Tour Sacred Valley 2 Days And Machupichu 4d / 3n

  • Price from 600 USD
  • per person

Max Altitude

3300msn

Trip Length

1 Day

Group Size

Min 2 Persons

Physical Level

Easy

Trip Style

Hiking

LODGING TYPE

No Included

Enjoy the Best of Cusco in 4 Days by taking our tour to Cusco City, Sacred Valley 2 Day and Machu Picchu and see all the wonder of Machu Picchu and its surroundings. Our four-day vacation to explore Cusco and its archaeological ruins offer you to discover the ancient capital of the Inca Empire, from the architectural wonderland that is Cusco and experience closely the Inca history and the most impressive ancient Inca ruins in the world that the Sacred Valley has to offer, including the visit to the circular agricultural terraces of Moray, the Salt Mines of Maras that still endure in the present time, and culminating the tour with a visit to one of the most important archeological sites in the world that is Machu Picchu, in just 4 days!

  • From US $ 600.00

ITINERARIO CITY TOUR EN CUSCO

Immerse yourself in the legacy of the Inca empire by taking our tour to Cusco City, Sacred Valley 2 Day and Machu Picchu tour in 4 days / 3 nights and then, visit the former center of the Inca Empire and stone streets of Cusco with local experts before heading to explore the highlights of the Sacred Valley in Peru such as Pisac, Ollantaytambo, Moray, Salt Mines and Chinchero through breathtaking scenery, history and culture. Then, take train to Machu Picchu Pueblo (Aguas Calientes) to visit the ancient site of Machu Picchu.

DAY 1:
Arrival to Cusco – City Tour afternoon

Upon arrival to the city of Cusco, you will be welcomed and transferred to your hotel (booked on your own). Here, you will receive a brief orientation about your trip and then you will have free time in the morning to acclimatize. In the afternoon, you will have a pick up from your hotel at 1 pm to begin the tour of the city of Cusco, our first stop will be in Cusco’s Plaza de Armas (main square), where you will visit the famous cathedral built by Spaniards.

After touring this sacred church, you will continue on foot with your group through the ancient Inca-era streets to Qorikancha (Temple of the Sun). This particular site was a key spiritual center of the Ancient Incas, and as such, has some of the most impressive architectural techniques. From Qorikancha we will head to the famous archeological site (Sacsayhuaman). The Sacsayhuaman site is famous for its architectural complexity, including monolithic stones weighing as much as 200 tons. Your guide will explain this phenomenal site and will leave you time to explore it on your own.

From Sacsayhuaman it will be a 5-minute bus ride to the Q’enqo Inca site, famous for its sacrificial area inside a cave, then another short ride to Puca Pucara, a small fortress guarding the area around Cusco. The final stop on our tour will be Tambomachay (Temple of water) with its impressive water fountains. We’ll then drive back down to Cusco where the tour ends at your hotel.

We will pick you up from your hotel at 8 am and head towards famous Peru’s Sacred Valley. On the way, we will stop to visit Awanacancha, a weaving center and alpaca farm. Where we will observe the differences between llamas, alpacas, vicuñas and guanacos, as well as the different varieties of potatoes and corn. We also will be able to meet some of the local villagers who have been practicing this way of life for generations.

Following, we will drive to the village of Pisac, known for its impressive ruins and local market. At Pisac Inca Ruins, we will spend some time exploring the ruins and our guide will explain to you about this Inca site and also we will see hundreds of terraces for agriculture, where the Incas farmed corn, potatoes, and quinoa. Afterwards, we will explore the Pisac market, the most traditional handicraft market. There, you will have the opportunity to buy gifts for friends and family (If desire).

After, we will head through Sacred Valley to Urubamba to have lunch, where you will have the opportunity to try some of the local delicacies during lunch break. After a delicious lunch in one of the local restaurants, we will drive to the Ollantaytambo Inca site, an ancient Incan checkpoint that protected the city of Machu Picchu against any enemies.

At Ollantaytambo ruins, we will see the impressive engineering feats of the ancient Incas, including specially-designed agricultural terraces and the ancient temple of the sun, constructed to coincide with the sun’s cycle. Ollantaytambo town is also the best example of an intact Inca village, with its waterways running through the quaint streets of the town. After visiting the Ollantaytambo fortress, your tour guide will set you up in your hotel before you have a chance to explore, relax and enjoy dinner.

After an excellent breakfast at your hotel, we would pick you up at 8 am, then we will head to our first destination of the day, Salineras/ Maras Salt Mines. There are over 3000 salt evaporation pools on this hillside, all owned by local families. these pools have become the main economic activity for all the locals. The Salt Mines of Maras was the main supply of salt for the Inca Empire and nearby villages, and still produce salt today.

After the mines, we will drive to the Moray archeological site. The Quechua people (Incas) used Moray as a way to study farming. They built terraces and experimented with different vegetables. You will see each terrace of Moray and the differences in growth they provided. Moreover, the Moray archeological site is a fantastic and unique example of the ancient agricultural techniques of the Incas.

We will then drive to Chinchero, located at an elevation of 3750 meters, where we will see some Inca terracing, used as the perfect location to farm potatoes. The entire Inca civilization got its supply of potatoes from here. We will also see one unique, colonial church, that was built by the Spaniards, on the top of the Inca palace. Finally, we will visit one final textile center called Chinchero Textile center by Chinchero people.

We will head back to Ollantaytambo, where you can enjoy dinner at one of the local restaurants, and then, we take an amazing 2-hour train ride to Machu Picchu Pueblo (Aguas Calientes), where you will be brought to your hotel, to prepare for your next day, visiting Machu Picchu with sunrise before day trip travelers arrive.

After an early breakfast at your hotel in Machu Picchu Pueblo (Aguas Calientes), we will go to the bus station to board one of the first shuttle-style buses, starting at 5.30 am. This bus will take about 25 minutes to get to Machu Picchu. As soon as you arrive at the complex, we will take you to the best spot overlooking all the ruins. There will be time to take photos and observe the sunrise and see a spectacular view of the Lost City of the Incas.

Then, you will have 2-hour guided tour of this spectacular and mystical site, through the different sections of the city, such as the urban sector, the agriculture sector, and the religious zone. After the guided tour, you will have free time to explore the city by yourself.

Additionally, this free time can be used to climb the Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu mountains to have the best panoramic view of the surrounding mountains. However, if would you like to climb one of the mountains of Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu, our guide will then direct you those trails. Due to popularity, be sure this is arranged at least two months in advance.

Once you are finished exploring Machu Picchu, you will take a bus down to Aguas Calientes for lunch, followed by an afternoon train back to Ollantaytambo and then, we will transfer you on our private transport back to Cusco, where we will drop you off at your hotel. End of the Tour

What’s included

  • Airport pickup and transport to your hotel in Cusco (Booked on your own)
  • A pre-tour briefing to answer any final questions at your hotel
  • Professional bilingual tour guide in English and Spanish for all tours
  • Private transportation for all tours
  • Tours of Cusco City, Sacred Valley, Maras Moray and Machu Picchu
  • Entrance fees to historic and archaeological sites (Cusco Tourist Ticket)
  • Train Tickets: Train tickets are in Expedition Train. Your train from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes will be at 7:04 pm and from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo at 14:55 pm or 15:22 pm, based on availability.
  • Roundtrip bus ticket from Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu ruins – Aguas Calientes
  • Entrance fee to the archaeological site of Machu Picchu
  • Transfer from Ollantaytambo train station to Cusco
  • Personalized service in the mentioned itinerary with unique cultural features
  • All local taxes
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Not included on the 1-Day Maras and Moray

  • HOTELS: Not included in this tour; reserve the hotels on your own, one night in Cusco, one night in Ollantaytambo and one night in Aguas Calientes according to your preference of 3, 4 or 5 stars.
  • MEALS: Meals are not included in our service, but the guide can suggest good restaurants
  • TIPPING: It is always appreciated and should be based on your satisfaction.
  • FLIGHTS: Flying to Cusco can be tricky. Delays occur often and it is not uncommon for flights to be canceled. Please be sure to arrive in the city at least one day before your tour start date. LATAM Peru is the most reliable of the airlines. Avianca and Peruvian Airlines are acceptable companies, as well. You will not return from your tour until around 8 p.m. on the fourth day, so be sure your flight is not until the next day, when leaving Cusco.
  • Travel Insurance: This is not required, but always recommended. For those of you who live at sea-level, landing in Cusco will take an adjustment period. Most people need one or two days to adjust. In case you have a hard time adjusting to the altitude, it is suggested to have protection for missed tours.

What to Bring

  • Original passport (cannot enter Machu Picchu without it)
  • ISIC card (if applicable)
  • A small backpack or carry bag (larger not allowed on the train or in Machu Picchu)
  • A change of clothing
  • Comfortable shoes or runners (waterproof)
  • Long-sleeved shirts to prevent sunburn.
  • Hat and sunglasses to protect you from the sun
  • Rainwear or poncho for the rainy season (December to April). Please note that it can still rain during the dry season.
  • A fleece or jacket,
  • Camera with extra batteries
  • Water to drink
  • Basic toiletries
  • Sunscreen
  • Insect repellent for mosquitoes
  • Some extra money for lunch, snacks, tips, and souvenirs

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