This 3-day tour package will take you to discover the incredible city of Cusco and the nearby ruins, as well as the amazing Machu Picchu
Highlights
*3-day tour package to the city of Cusco and Machu Picchu
*Learn about the local history from a professional guide
*Get to know a UNESCO World Heritage Site
*Discover the nearby ruins around the city of Cusco
*Explore the citadel of Machu Picchu with a tour guide
Itinerary
Upon your arrival to the city of Cusco, we will take you to the hotel located in the historical center (hotel not included). After a rest to avoid altitude sickness, the city tour starts visiting the most representative Inca sites.
You will explore the Koricancha, also known as the Temple of the sun. The Incan Empire built this amazing place in 1438, however, it was almost complete destroyed during the colonization. The temple’s architecture is incredible, made with natural stones. Spanish colonizers used the building foundation to build the Santo Domingo Convent.
Then, you will go to Plaza de Armas to visit the Cathedral of Cusco, a marvel of the religious art. You will admire this beautiful square, the main meeting point of locals and tourists.
The tour continues to the nearby ruins located around the city. Sacsayhuaman, situated just 1.2 miles from the city center. This archaeological site is a majestic place with impressive works in stone, some up to 120 tons.
You are going to continue the tour to the red fortress of Qenqo, a religious center dedicated to the adoration of the Earth. Then, we will explore Puca Pucara which was used as a military control center and, finally, the temple of the water of Tambomachay, a center of adoration and worship of water.
At the end of the tour, we will drop you off at El Regocijo Square in the city of Cusco.
Day 2 Cusco - Machu Picchu – Cusco
We will pick you up very early in the morning to go to the train station of Poroy and begin an amazing full day tour to Machu Picchu taking the train to Aguas Calientes. Enjoy the wonderful landscapes of the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu.
When we arrive to Aguas Calientes, we have a short walk to the bus station and then a 30 minutes’ bus journey up to the entrance of Machu Picchu. Once inside, you will receive a two-hour professional guided tour of the beautiful Machu Picchu Historical Sanctuary followed by some free time to explore the area on your own.
Machu Picchu is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the seven world wonders. This place has a magic environment, and amazing fauna like llamas and bears. Also, it is part of the Amazon Rainforest, so it is warmer than Cusco city and with unique flora such as different kind of trees and orchids.
If you wish you can visit Huayna Picchu Mountain or Machu Picchu Mountains (optional). After enjoying a magic time at the Lost City of the Incas, you will take the bus down to Aguas Calientes.
Later we will board the train back to Poroy. Upon your arrival to the train station, we will pick you up and take you back to your hotel in Cusco (hotel not included).
At the agreed time, you will be taken back to the airport or bus station to catch your trip out of Cusco.
included with
* Round trip transfers to and from Cusco City hotels
* Ticket entrance fees to archaeological sites mentioned in the program
* Bus up and down to the entrance of Machu Picchu Citadel
* Shared tour guide in Spanish/English for the city tour and Machu Picchu tour
* Round trip transfers to and from Poroy train station
* Ticket entrance fees to Machu Picchu
* Round trip Train to Machu Picchu
excluded by
* Hotel in Cusco
* Food and drinks
* Gratuities
* Ticket entrance fees to Huayna Picchu Mountain of Machu Picchu Mountain
* Tours not mentioned in the program
* Local and international flights
Essential
Information
Non Refundable Tour
* ALL traveler passport details are needed for the Machu Picchu day trip (Full Name, Number, Nationality and Birthdate). Please provide all traveler passport details in the additional request box, otherwise the tour is not confirmed
* Trains schedule could change anytime because of the season and availability
* Trains allow one small bag no more than 5 kilos on board
* You should bring sunscreen, sunglasses, cap, repellent, coat, passport
Restrictions
* At least 2 people are required to take place this tour
