Peru · Archaeology

4-Day Cusco and Machu Picchu Tour with Sacred Valley

4 Days Round trip from Cusco Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore Cusco's historic landmarks, including Coricancha, Plaza de Armas, and the Cathedral
  • 02 Visit Sacsayhuamán, famous for its enormous carved stones set with astounding precision
  • 03 Discover the Sacred Valley through Pisac, Ollantaytambo, Urubamba, and Chinchero
  • 04 Travel by train to Machu Picchu with views of the Urubamba canyon and Veronica Mountain
  • 05 Tour the magical Inca Sanctuary of Machu Picchu, known as the "Lost City of the Incas"

Discover the culture and amazing sights of Cusco, the Sacred Valley, and the 15th-century citadel of Machu Picchu on this 4-day Inca Route tour. Explore temples, cathedrals, and remarkable archaeological sites, then travel through canyons and past snow-covered peaks on your way to one of the best-known examples of surviving Inca architecture. From the historic heart of Cusco to the colorful Andean villages of the Sacred Valley, this journey offers plenty to see and experience.

Arrive in Aguas Calientes and continue to Machu Picchu to visit this wonderful Inca Sanctuary, also known as "The Lost City of the Incas," one of the best-known examples of surviving Inca architecture.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Cusco, Machu Picchu, Urubamba, Písac, Ollantaytambo, Chinchero
Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Cusco City Tour and Inca Archaeological Sites

  • After reception at the airport, transfer to the hotel and enjoy free time to rest and help avoid altitude sickness.

  • In the afternoon, the trip starts with visits to the Temple of Koricancha, the Main Square or Plaza de Armas, and the Cathedral.

  • Continue to the Inca sites:

    • The Fortress of Sacsayhuaman, strategically built on a hill overlooking Cusco and famous for its enormous carved stones, some of them standing over 9 m/30 ft tall and weighing more than 350 tons, set together with astounding precision to form the outer walls.

    • The mystical center from Inca times, Qenqo.

    • The military control center, Puca Pucara.

    • The water temple of Tambomachay.

  • Return to the hotel and enjoy a free evening.

2
Day 02

Sacred Valley of the Incas and Andean Villages

Trip to the Sacred Valley of the Incas.

  • Visit Pisac, built by the Incas, along with the colorful Andean market and the church.

  • Pass through places such as Lamay and Calca on the way.

  • Arrive in the town of Urubamba, where we stop for lunch.

  • After lunch, visit the town of Ollantaytambo, where you can see its typical streets, impressive archaeological constructions, and agricultural terracing, not to mention the splendid views over the Sacred Valley.

  • See the picturesque Andean village of Chinchero, where the royal hacienda of Tupac Inca Yupanqui was built. You can admire the well-preserved Inca wall in the main square.

  • Explore the beautiful colonial temple, built on Inca foundations and decorated with interesting paintings.

Overnight in Cusco.

3
Day 03

Train to Machu Picchu and Guided Visit

  • Pick-up at the hotel.

  • Take the train for a full-day tour of the magical citadel of Machu Picchu, located 112 km from Cusco. During the journey, see the Urubamba canyon, the Urubamba River, and the snow-capped peaks of Veronica Mountain.

  • Arrive in Aguas Calientes and continue to Machu Picchu to visit this wonderful Inca Sanctuary, also known as "The Lost City of the Incas," one of the best-known examples of surviving Inca architecture. Here, you can see the main plaza, the circular tower, the sacred sundial - the most important preserved Intihuatana - the royal quarters, and more.

  • After the visit, return to Aguas Calientes to take the train back to Cusco.

  • Transfer to the hotel.

4
Day 04

Cusco Departure

  • Enjoy the continental breakfast.

  • Transfer from the hotel to the airport.

End of our services.

Plaza de Armas (Cusco), Sacsayhuamán, Machu Picchu, Veronica Mountain

Where this trip takes you

Plaza de Armas (Cusco), Sacsayhuamán, Machu Picchu, Veronica Mountain

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Cusco 6 cities · 4 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Airport-hotel-airport transfers.

  • City tour (shared service).

  • Tour to the Sacred Valley with buffet lunch (shared service).

  • Tour to Machu Picchu (shared service).

  • 03 nights of accommodation (double occupancy room).

  • 03 breakfasts.

  • 01 buffet lunch.

  • Tourist pass (entrance fees).

  • Tourist bus.

  • Professional Peruvian guide.

What's Not Included

  • Any personalized services for you.

Know before you go

You can design your tour your way, and we will be pleased to help you.

The Inca Empire, also known as the Incan Empire, was the largest empire in pre-Columbian America. The administrative, political, and military center of the empire was located in Cusco, in modern-day Peru. The Inca civilization arose from the highlands of Peru sometime in the early 13th century, and the last Inca stronghold was conquered by the Spanish in 1572.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Cusco, Peru
Tour start
Cusco, Peru
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 4 days finish where they began, in Cusco.

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