Accommodation with breakfast included 2 nights in hotel in Cusco. 1 night in hotel in Aguas Calientes. Guided excursions and activities (Spanish/English) Cusco City Tour. Classic Sacred Valley Tour. Machu Picchu Tour. Transportation and access included Machu Picchu entrance ticket (It is recommended to book 2 to 3 months in advance). Round-trip tourist train. Eco-friendly bus up and down to the citadel. Entrance fees to all City Tour and Sacred Valley attractions. Transfers: Airport – Hotel – Airport. Meals 3 Breakfasts. 1 Buffet lunch. Illa Kuntur Travel & Wellness provides you with 24/7 assistance in Spanish and English. Certified professional guides. Constant monitoring and support throughout your trip.

Flights: Domestic and international flights. Personal expenses: Personal expenses such as shopping, tips, and additional activities. Unspecified meals: Lunches and dinners not mentioned in the itinerary. Additional travel insurance covering cancellations, lost luggage, etc. Personal equipment: Personal equipment and any other items not specified. Unspecified services: Any services not clearly mentioned in the itinerary. Tips for guides, drivers, and service staff. Travel insurance not included

Original passport Drink plenty of water. Rain poncho or waterproof jacket (depending on the time of year) Warm clothing for the evenings. Insect repellent. Sunscreen, hat, and sunglasses. Comfortable walking shoes (hiking or athletic). Cash in Peruvian soles.

Cusco and Machu Picchu tour 4 days

Q: Day 02.- Sacred Valley + Taray Viewpoint + Pisac + Ollantaytambo + Aguas Calientes Village

Breakfast at the Hotel in Cusco. We’ll pick you up from your hotel at approximately 7:30 a.m. We’ll make a first stop at the Taray Viewpoint, where you’ll have panoramic views of the Sacred Valley. Visit to the Archaeological Site of Pisac and its artisan market. Buffet lunch in Urubamba. Visit to the Archaeological Site of Ollantaytambo, an imposing Inca fortress notable for its terraces and temples. From Ollantaytambo, we’ll board the train for an approximately 2-hour journey to Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu Town). Upon arrival, our staff will be waiting to accompany you to your hotel and help you check in. Meals: Breakfast and Buffet Lunch. Accommodation: Hotel in Aguas Calientes.

Q: Day 03 - Aguas Calientes + Machu Picchu + Aguas Calientes + Cusco

Breakfast at the Hotel in Aguas Calientes After breakfast, the eco-friendly bus will take us in 30 minutes to the entrance gate of Machu Picchu. You’ll have a private guided tour lasting approximately 2 to 3 hours. After exploring Machu Picchu, we’ll return to Aguas Calientes by bus. You’ll have free time for lunch (lunch at your own expense). Return by train to Ollantaytambo and connection with tourist transportation to Cusco. We’ll drop you off at your hotel entrance. Meals: Breakfast. Accommodation: Hotel in Cusco

Q: Day 04: Cusco + Airport Transfer

Breakfast at the Hotel in Cusco. On this last day, you can take advantage of the morning to rest or choose to take a walk around the city of Cusco. Private transportation transfer to the Airport according to the previously indicated time. End of our services. Meals: Breakfast.

Travel to the heart of the Inca civilization on a 4-day tour in Cusco and Machu Picchu.

4 Days / 3 Nights

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Altitude
3,800 m / 12,467 ft

Accommodation
2 to 5 stars

Group size
Small group

Departures
Daily departures

TRAVEL DESCRIPTION

Enjoy the best of Cusco in 4 days and 3 nights with a light itinerary designed to avoid physical exhaustion. This is an all-inclusive package: transportation, entrance tickets, and guides are all taken care of for you.

We’ll start with the City Tour, ideal for acclimatization. On the second day, we’ll explore the Sacred Valley and travel to Aguas Calientes to spend the night there. On the third day, you’ll visit Machu Picchu in the morning and return to Cusco in the afternoon.

PROGRAM SUMMARY

Day 01

Airport Arrival / Cusco / City Tour / Cusco

On your first day, we will pick you up from the airport and in the afternoon we will take the City Tour, visiting Qoricancha, Sacsayhuamán, Qenqo, Pukapukara, and Tambomachay.

Day 02

Cusco / Sacred Valley / Aguas Calientes

On this day, we will visit Pisac and its traditional market. After lunch, we will head to Ollantaytambo to board the train to Aguas Calientes.

Day 03

Aguas Calientes / Machu Picchu / Cusco

We will wake up early to visit the hidden jewel of the Incas, Machu Picchu, and in the afternoon return to Cusco.

Day 04

Cusco / Airport Transfer

We will have the day free before transferring you to the airport, concluding our services.

TRAVEL ITINERARY

Day 01.- Arrival in Cusco + City Tour + Qoricancha + Sacsayhuaman + Tambomachay

Airport pickup upon your arrival in Cusco and transfer to your hotel. In the afternoon, we’ll begin the City Tour.
1:00 p.m. Approx. We’ll start by visiting the Qoricancha temple, essential for understanding Inca history before seeing the archaeological ruins.
Then we’ll head to Saqsayhuaman, famous for its megalithic constructions. You’ll have free time to explore and take photos.
We’ll continue the tour to Puka Pukara, known as the red fortress.
Our final stop will be Tambomachay, an ancient temple dedicated to water.
6:30 p.m. approx. We’ll be returning to the city of Cusco.
- Accommodation: Hotel in Cusco

Day 02.- Sacred Valley + Taray Viewpoint + Pisac + Ollantaytambo + Aguas Calientes Village

Breakfast at the Hotel in Cusco.
We’ll pick you up from your hotel at approximately 7:30 a.m. We’ll make a first stop at the Taray Viewpoint, where you’ll have panoramic views of the Sacred Valley.
Visit to the Archaeological Site of Pisac and its artisan market.
Buffet lunch in Urubamba.
Visit to the Archaeological Site of Ollantaytambo, an imposing Inca fortress notable for its terraces and temples.
From Ollantaytambo, we’ll board the train for an approximately 2-hour journey to Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu Town).
Upon arrival, our staff will be waiting to accompany you to your hotel and help you check in.
- Meals: Breakfast and Buffet Lunch.
- Accommodation: Hotel in Aguas Calientes.

Day 03 - Aguas Calientes + Machu Picchu + Aguas Calientes + Cusco

Breakfast at the Hotel in Aguas Calientes
After breakfast, the eco-friendly bus will take us in 30 minutes to the entrance gate of Machu Picchu.
You’ll have a private guided tour lasting approximately 2 to 3 hours.
After exploring Machu Picchu, we’ll return to Aguas Calientes by bus. You’ll have free time for lunch (lunch at your own expense).
Return by train to Ollantaytambo and connection with tourist transportation to Cusco.
We’ll drop you off at your hotel entrance.
- Meals: Breakfast.
- Accommodation: Hotel in Cusco

Day 04: Cusco + Airport Transfer

Breakfast at the Hotel in Cusco.
On this last day, you can take advantage of the morning to rest or choose to take a walk around the city of Cusco.
Private transportation transfer to the Airport according to the previously indicated time.
End of our services.
- Meals: Breakfast.

INCLUDED - NOT INCLUDED - DETAILS

Included

Accommodation with breakfast included

2 nights in hotel in Cusco.
1 night in hotel in Aguas Calientes.

Guided excursions and activities (Spanish/English)

Cusco City Tour.
Classic Sacred Valley Tour.
Machu Picchu Tour.

Transportation and access included

Machu Picchu entrance ticket (It is recommended to book 2 to 3 months in advance).
Round-trip tourist train.
Eco-friendly bus up and down to the citadel.
Entrance fees to all City Tour and Sacred Valley attractions.
Transfers: Airport – Hotel – Airport.

Meals

3 Breakfasts.
1 Buffet lunch.

Illa Kuntur Travel & Wellness provides you with

24/7 assistance in Spanish and English.
Certified professional guides.
Constant monitoring and support throughout your trip.

No Included

Flights:

Domestic and international flights.

Personal expenses:

Personal expenses such as shopping, tips, and additional activities.

Unspecified meals:

Lunches and dinners not mentioned in the itinerary.
Additional travel insurance covering cancellations, lost luggage, etc.

Personal equipment:

Personal equipment and any other items not specified.

Unspecified services:

Any services not clearly mentioned in the itinerary.
Tips for guides, drivers, and service staff.
Travel insurance not included

About trains to Machu Picchu

PeruRail Expedition

PeruRail’s most economical tourist service. It offers comfortable seats, large windows, and an atmosphere inspired by Inca culture, ideal for travelers seeking a practical option.

PeruRail Vistadome

Service with panoramic windows on walls and ceiling, allowing you to fully appreciate the landscape. Includes complimentary snacks and drinks, sometimes with dance shows and fashion parades.

PeruRail Vistadome Observatory

An exclusive and sophisticated train that adds an **observatory car** with balcony and live show to the Vistadome panoramic experience. Offers unparalleled views.

Inca Rail The Voyager

Inca Rail’s most economical tourist service. Offers a simple and authentic journey with comfortable seats and attentive service, celebrating the pleasure of discovery.

Inca Rail The 360°

Features taller and wider panoramic windows. Includes an open-air observatory car and onboard entertainment system, ideal for 360-degree views.

Inca Rail The Premium & Lounge

A luxury service offering maximum comfort and exclusivity. Enjoy spacious seating, live music, and a connection with authentic Peruvian cultural expressions.

What to bring

Original passport
Drink plenty of water.
Rain poncho or waterproof jacket (depending on the time of year)
Warm clothing for the evenings.
Insect repellent.
Sunscreen, hat, and sunglasses.
Comfortable walking shoes (hiking or athletic).
Cash in Peruvian soles.

Safety requirements and health measures

Health recommendations

Inform the agency and your doctor if you have heart problems, respiratory issues, high blood pressure, pregnancy, or any other chronic condition before engaging in strenuous activities or at high altitude.
It is recommended to prevent altitude sickness by following the agency’s instructions (prior acclimatization, good hydration, avoid intense physical exertion and alcohol consumption during the first few days).
Bring sufficient personal medication for the entire trip (regular treatments and, if necessary, a medical prescription).
Some destinations may experience sudden climate changes between day and night; it is recommended to bring light clothing for the day and appropriate warm clothing for early morning and nighttime.
Avoid heavy meals and drink coca or muña tea to help your body adjust.

Travel rules and recommendations

Respect local regulations and always follow the guide’s instructions and established routes for the safety of the entire group.
During the trip, we recommend keeping your belongings in sight at all times and avoiding displaying large amounts of money or high-value items.
In case of any risk situation or emergency, contact our team immediately or call the destination’s emergency numbers.

Cusco and Machu Picchu in 4 days prices

CUSCO & MACHU PICCHU TOUR 4 DAYS Price Per Person - Minimum 2 people
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TOURIST SERVICE Tours + Entrance Fees + Transfers + ⭐⭐⭐ Hotels In Cusco and Aguas Calientes Voyager or Expedition Train - Shared Service	US$ 580.00
PREMIUM SERVICE Tours + Entrance Fees + Transfers + ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Hotels In Cusco and Aguas Calientes Vistadome Standard Train - Private Service	US$ 950.00
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