Peru · Archaeology

4-Day Cusco and Sacred Valley Tour with Machu Picchu

4 Days Round trip from Cusco Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore Cusco's highlights, including the Temple of the Sun, Sacsayhuamán, Qenqo, Puka Pukara, and Tambomachay
  • 02 Visit the Chinchero archaeological site, known for its ruins and traditional weaving
  • 03 Discover the circular terraces of Moray and the impressive salt mines
  • 04 Experience the ancient fortress and town of Ollantaytambo
  • 05 Enjoy a panoramic tour of the majestic Machu Picchu Sanctuary

Embark on a captivating 4-day journey through Cusco, the Sacred Valley, and Machu Picchu. Begin with a city tour of Cusco's historic sites, including the Temple of the Sun, Sacsayhuamán, Qenqo, Puka Pukara, and Tambomachay, then continue through the Sacred Valley to Chinchero, Moray, the Salt Mines, and Ollantaytambo. A scenic train ride leads to the town of Machu Picchu, where you will enjoy a guided tour of the ancient sanctuary before returning to Cusco.

Embark on a captivating 4-day journey through Cusco, the Sacred Valley, and Machu Picchu.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included · Budget
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Cusco, Machu Picchu, Urubamba, Ollantaytambo, Chinchero, Moray
Languages English, French, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Cusco City Tour and Archaeological Highlights

  • Meet your tour representative at the airport and transfer to your hotel for relaxation.
  • 12:50 hrs - Pick up from the hotel.
  • 13:00 hrs - Visit the following places as the tour starts:
    • Temple of the Sun "Qoricancha"
    • Sacsayhuamán
    • Qenqo
    • Puka Pukara
    • Tambomachay
  • 18:00 hrs - End of the first-day tour.
2
Day 02

Sacred Valley Tour and Train to Machu Picchu

  • 06:15 hrs - Pick up from your hotel.
  • 06:30 hrs - Visit the following places as the tour starts:
    • Chinchero archaeological site
    • Moray Salt Mines
    • Urubamba for buffet lunch
    • Ollantaytambo
  • 16:36 hrs - Travel to the town of Machu Picchu by Inka Rail train from Ollantaytambo.
  • 18:09 hrs - Arrival at the town of Machu Picchu.
  • Transfer to the hotel for an overnight stay in the town of Machu Picchu.
3
Day 03

Guided Machu Picchu Visit and Return to Cusco

  • 06:00 hrs - Bus ride to Machu Picchu.
  • 07:00 hrs - Entrance to the Sanctuary of Machu Picchu.
  • Guided tour in Machu Picchu. (Duration: 2 hours).
  • Bus ride down from the Machu Picchu Sanctuary.
  • We will return by train from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo in the afternoon.
  • 14:30 hrs - Departure from the town of Machu Picchu by train.
  • 16:30 hrs - Arrival at Ollanta Station.
  • Transfer by tourist bus to the city of Cusco.
  • 18:30 hrs - Arrival in the city of Cusco.
  • Transfer to your hotel for relaxation.
4
Day 04

Departure from Cusco

  • Transfer to the airport for your departure flight.
Machu Picchu Sanctuary, Moray terraces, Ollantaytambo fortress, Coricancha temple

Where this trip takes you

Machu Picchu Sanctuary, Moray terraces, Ollantaytambo fortress, Coricancha temple

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

  • Transfers IN/OUT
  • 2 hotel nights in the city of Cusco (2 stars)
  • 1 night at a hotel in the town of Machu Picchu
  • 3 breakfasts at the hotel
  • City tour
  • Extensive Sacred Valley tour
  • Buffet lunch
  • Machu Picchu tour
  • Entrance to Machu Picchu
  • Round-trip train tickets
  • Bus tickets up and down

What's Not Included

  • BTG Income (General Tourist Ticket)
  • Qoricancha entrance
  • Salineras entrance
  • Tips

What to bring

  • Carry a small backpack.
  • Wear sunscreen and a hat or cap.
  • Carry repellent.
  • Bring a rain poncho.
  • Carry water at all times.

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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