Cusco, a city with a splendid legacy, full of history & culture, is the departure point for visiting the impressive Inca Citadel of Machu Picchu, "The Lost City of the Incas", considered one of the World's Archaeological Jewels and an obligatory travel destination in Peru. Located 120 km northwest of Cusco, the Inca city of Machu Picchu lay hidden from the world in dense jungle-covered mountains until 1911. This 'Lost City' is one of the world's most fabulous place and is one of South America's major travel destinations. The well-preserved ruins of Machu Picchu seem to almost cling to the steep hillside, surrounded by towering green mountains overlooking the Vilcanota river valley.

Trip overview

• Duration: 03 days.
• Starting point: Cusco.
• Ending point: Machu Picchu/Cusco.
• Physical Demands Rating: Easier.
• Age Restriction: 0 years old.
• Trip Code: MTS - 0011.
• Tour Type: Cultural, Adventure, Nature.
• Service Level: Standard - Deluxe.
• Guarantee: Departure is Guaranteed.
• Style: Personalized.
• Carbon Emissions: 380 CO2-E.
• Group Size: 2 Minimum, 10 Maximum.
• Transport: Train, walk, Mini-Van.
• Price From: ? US$

Trip itinerary

Day 1: Cusco City Tour

You will be greeted at the airport in Cusco by one of our representatives. During the drive from the airport to your Cusco hotel, you will pass many examples of Spanish colonial architecture built upon the remains ancient Inca settlements. After arriving at your hotel, we advise you rest for awhile to help yourself acclimatize to the altitude.
Your exploration of this remarkable city starts in the early afternoon with a guided Cusco tour.  You will visit many of the amazing archaeological sites and wonders in and around the city, including the Cathedral (which is located on the Plaza de Armas, main square) and the ruins of Sacsayhuaman, Q'enko, Puka Pukara & Tambomachay. You will return to your hotel in the late afternoon to enjoy a relaxing evening. Spend the evening at your leisure, enjoying the local cuisine and hospitality of the Cusco locals.

Meals: None.

Day 2 : Sacred Valley Tour

Explore the beautiful Peruvian countryside with a full-day tour of the magical Sacred Valley. First, you will visit the town of Pisac, famous for its bustling market. Here you will have the opportunity to browse the beautiful handicrafts and Andean garments displayed for sale. Next, you will visit the impressive ruins of Ollantaytambo. These magnificent ancient ruins serve as great vantage point to look out over the valley. Originally the royal estate of Emperor Pachacutec during the Inca Empire; this site later served as a stronghold for Manco Inca Yupanqui in the Inca's final rebellion against the Spanish. In the evening, you will return to your comfortable Cusco hotel. You will once again be given the opportunity to spend the evening at your leisure and enjoy some of Cusco’s many fine restaurants & bars.

You can customize this package to spend the night after Sacred Valley Tour in Aguas Calientes & Machu Picchu.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.

Day 3: Machu Picchu - Cusco

The day starts with an early morning rise to transfer to Cusco Train Station for a 3-hour train journey to the famous Inca Citadel of Machu Picchu, also known as "The Lost City of the Incas", one of the most renowned examples of surviving Inca architecture. Arrival in Aguas Calientes station for a 30-minute bus drive climbing 6km of winding road to the marvelous Citadel. Upon arrival, you will participate in a guided tour of the Citadel visiting the Main Plaza, the Circular Tower, the Sacred Sun-Dial, the Royal Quarters, the Temple of the Three Windows and various burial grounds. After the tour you'll have time to stroll around the Archaeological Site at your leisure. Lunch at a local restaurant and a late afternoon return to Cusco. Overnight in selected hotel in Cusco.

You can customize this package to spend an extra night in Aguas Calientes & Machu Picchu.

Meals: breakfast, lunch.

Day 4 : Departure from Cusco

After breakfast in your hotel, one of our representatives will meet you there and take you to the airport for your journey back home or on to your next destination or extention trip in Peru.

Meals: Breakfast.

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Lodging & Prices : Our team of travel consultants has carefully selected the Hotels based on their excellent value and high standards. (Lower Prices + Top Service = Best Value). We can book any hotel for you at competitive rates, but published prices are based on the Qeros Tours Peru Top Hotel Picks.   

Occupancy Hotel Category

Double/triple               Tourist 2-star                 Superior 3-star                Deluxe 4/5-star

Price From:                   000 SS$                         000 SS$                           000 SS$

What is included:

* 3 Nights accommodations at a selected hotel in Cusco or Machu Picchu.
* In and out transfers.
* All applicable taxes.
* Bilingual guided tours (English & Spanish).
* Entrance fees for the excursions mentioned above.
* Lunch at Aguas Calientes and other meals as indicated on the itinerary.
* Train & bus tickets Cusco-Aguas Calientes-Cusco. 

Not included:

* International & Domestic flights (Lima-Cusco-Lima: US$ 294 approx.)
* Airport taxes ($30,25 for int'l flights and $6,05 for domestic flights).
* Baggage excess.
* Alcoholic drinks, soda or bottled mineral water.
* Personal expenses.
* Tips.
* International or National personal phone calls.
* Additional nights for bad weather/flight cancellation.
* Snacks.
* Laundry.

Optional extensions: Uros, Amantani Island 2-day/Pachacamac, Lima City Tour/Colca Canyon Tours 2-day/Nazca Lines 2-day/Rafting Chuquicahuana 1 day/Biking Maras-Moray /Horseback riding Cusco/Ausangate Trek 5-day.

• Nazca Lines: Mysterious geoglyphs of the desert.
• Amazon Tours: Manu Jungle Expedition.
• Sacred Valley Tour.
• Extra night at Machu Picchu.
• Extra Cusco/Lima hotel nights at the start/end of your trip.