Cusco and Machu Picchu package
Cusco Tradicional 3 Days
Three days in groups of up to 8 people: Cusco City Tour, the Sacred Valley with a train connection and a guided visit to Machu Picchu. Includes entrance tickets, train, bus and 5 meals.
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Pickup from your hotel in Cusco's historic center or at Plaza Regocijo, early in the morning
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The Cusco City Tour, the Sacred Valley with Chinchero, Moray and Ollantaytambo, and Machu Picchu
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Three days to see Cusco, the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu without backtracking
The Cusco Tradicional 3-day package covers the region’s essential circuit on back-to-back days, in small groups of up to 8 people. On day one, you tour the city — the Cathedral, Koricancha, Sacsayhuamán, Qenqo, Puca Pucara and Tambomachay — in about four and a half hours.
Day two crosses the Sacred Valley (Chinchero, Moray and Ollantaytambo) and ends with the train to Aguas Calientes, with no need to go back to Cusco in between. Day three is for Machu Picchu, with a 2.5-hour guided tour and the train back, arriving at Plaza Regocijo between 7 and 8 p.m. The sanctuary’s circuits and hours are published by the Ministry of Culture.
It costs US$ 485 per person, with almost everything taken care of: the General Tourist Ticket, the Maras salt mines, round-trip train, Consettur bus, Machu Picchu ticket, bilingual guide and 5 meals. If you want the same route without the city tour, there’s the Sumac Llacta 2-day package; and if you’d like to add mountains, the Cusco Aventurero 5 Days.
Small groups of up to 8 people
A personalized tour, with a bilingual tour guide on all three days and more attention at each site.
The full Cusco City Tour
The Cathedral and Koricancha in the historic center, plus the sites of Sacsayhuamán, Qenqo, Puca Pucara and Tambomachay, the Bath of the Inca, in about four and a half hours.
Sacred Valley with a direct connection to Machu Picchu
Chinchero, with its traditional spinning and dyeing, the circular terraces of Moray and the Temple of the Sun at Ollantaytambo, before you board the train to Aguas Calientes.
All the essentials included
General Tourist Ticket, Maras salt mines entrance, round-trip train, Consettur bus, Machu Picchu ticket and 5 meals.
Itinerary
Your 3-day program, day by day
Day 1 · Cusco City Tour
- Pickup from your hotelWe head to the Plaza de Armas to start the tour of the historic center.
- Cusco Cathedral and Koricancha TempleVisit to the Cathedral and Koricancha, which stands out for its blend of Inca and Spanish architecture.
- Sacsayhuamán, Qenqo, Puca Pucara and TambomachayA minibus tour of the four archaeological sites, including Tambomachay, the Bath of the Inca, with its water-worship ceremonies.
- End of the tourThe tour ends near the Plaza de Armas after about 4.5 hours.
Day 2 · Sacred Valley and connection to Aguas Calientes
- 6–6:30 a.m. · Transfer from your hotelDeparture for the Sacred Valley of the Incas.
- ChincheroVisit to the church, the archaeological site and the traditional process of spinning and dyeing wool.
- MorayA walk through the archaeological complex of four circular terraces from pre-Columbian times.
- Urubamba · Buffet lunchLunch included before continuing to Ollantaytambo.
- OllantaytamboVisit to the Temple of the Sun, the carved stone blocks and the views of the Patacancha and Willoq valleys.
- Train to Aguas CalientesWalk to the station and a train ride of about 1.5 hours.
Day 3 · Machu Picchu Historic Sanctuary
- 8 a.m. · Meeting pointOur team tells you the meeting point, and we head to the bus station together.
- 9 a.m. · Guided tour of Machu PicchuA 2.5-hour guided tour of the enclosures and the stairways that connect the different levels of the citadel.
- Free time for photosExtra time to explore the sanctuary's highlights on your own.
- Aguas Calientes · Lunch and shoppingDown to the town for lunch and a stroll through the shops.
- 3:20 or 4:12 p.m. · Train backReturn to Ollantaytambo and transfer to Cusco, arriving at Plaza Regocijo between 7 and 8 p.m.
What's included in your Cusco Tradicional 3 Days package?
No surprises and no fine print: this is exactly what the service covers and what you pay separately during the program.
3 days
3,399 m (11,150 ft) above sea level
One departure time, confirmed when you book
English, Spanish or Portuguese
Included
- Pickup from your hotel in Cusco's historic center or at Plaza Regocijo, and transport on all tours
- English-speaking bilingual tour guide and a personalized tour in small groups of up to 8 people
- Round-trip train ticket (Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes), Consettur bus ticket and Machu Picchu Historic Sanctuary ticket
- General Tourist Ticket (BTG) and Maras salt mines entrance
- Meals: 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 1 dinner
Not included
- Hot springs entrance
- Wayna Picchu ticket
- Food and drinks not mentioned in the program
- Tips and personal expenses
Note: the Wayna Picchu ticket and the Aguas Calientes hot springs entrance are not included and are paid separately. Wayna Picchu has limited spaces, so it’s best to request it in advance. Before you buy this package, please contact us to confirm availability.
Frequently asked questions
Here are answers to the most common questions, so you can book with peace of mind.
Do I need to acclimatize before the Cusco Tradicional package?
The program follows a helpful order: day one is the city tour, which is easy, and from day two you go down to the Sacred Valley and Aguas Calientes, both lower than Cusco. Even so, take it easy when you arrive and drink plenty of water from day one.
How difficult is the package?
Moderate. There’s no trekking, but you walk on stone stairways and terraces at Sacsayhuamán, Ollantaytambo and Machu Picchu. It’s suitable for families and for travelers without any special fitness training.
Which tickets do I need to buy separately?
The package already includes the General Tourist Ticket, the Maras salt mines and the Machu Picchu ticket. You pay separately for the Wayna Picchu ticket, if you decide to add it, and the Aguas Calientes hot springs.
What time does it start and how long does it last?
The program lasts 3 days and has one departure time, which we confirm when you book. On day 2, the transfer is between 6 and 6:30 a.m., and on day 3 you arrive back at Plaza Regocijo, in Cusco, between 7 and 8 p.m.
What should I bring?
Light luggage, comfortable shoes for walking on stone, layers and a windbreaker, a rain poncho, a warm hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, insect repellent for Aguas Calientes, cash for shopping and tips and, mandatory, your original passport to enter Machu Picchu.
How do booking and payment work?
Before you buy, please contact us to confirm availability, since train tickets and Machu Picchu tickets are issued in your name and are limited. Then we arrange each traveler’s details and all the program logistics with you.
What happens if the weather affects a departure?
The program runs year-round. In the rainy season, bring a rain poncho, since most visits are outdoors. If unexpected weather or operational issues affect the train or the sanctuary, we’ll agree on the best possible alternative with you.
How much does the Cusco Tradicional 3-day package cost?
The price is US$ 485 per person. It includes transport on all tours, a bilingual tour guide, the General Tourist Ticket, the Maras salt mines entrance, the round-trip train ticket Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes, the Consettur bus, the Machu Picchu Historic Sanctuary ticket and meals (2 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 1 dinner).
Which meals are included?
The package includes five meals: 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 1 dinner. Not included: food and drinks not mentioned, the hot springs entrance and the Wayna Picchu ticket, which is optional and has limited spaces.
Why is the tour run in groups of up to 8 people?
Because it allows a more flexible pace at each site and more attention from the guide, which makes a real difference, especially at Ollantaytambo and Machu Picchu. That’s the main difference from 40-seat buses: the route is the same, but with less waiting.
Ready to book or have a question?
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