Machu Picchu 4 Days and 3 Nights: a complete experience that combines the best of Andean culture with the wonder of the Inca Empire. On the first day, we will visit the Temple of the Sun, Qoricancha, the Sacsayhuaman Fortress, the archaeological complex of Qenqo, Pukapukara, and finally, Tambomachay, also known as the Inca Baths.

On the second day, you will visit the most emblematic archaeological sites of the Sacred Valley, such as Pisac and its agricultural terraces, before continuing to Urubamba, where you will enjoy a traditional lunch surrounded by Andean landscapes. Later, you will see the imposing fortress of Ollantaytambo, considered one of the last refuges of the Incas before the conquest, and finally board the train to Machu Picchu Pueblo, where you will spend the night.

The third day will begin very early to take the bus to the Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu, one of the 7 Wonders of the Modern World. There, you'll enjoy a guided tour of approximately two and a half hours, exploring its main areas, such as the Temple of the Sun, the Main Plaza, and the terraces that showcase the extraordinary Inca engineering. In addition to its architecture, you'll also appreciate the biodiversity surrounding this mystical place, with mountains covered in lush vegetation and birds typical of the Andean and Amazonian regions.

This tour is ideal for those seeking to combine the mysticism of the Sacred Valley of the Incas with the majesty of Machu Picchu in two days, enjoying breathtaking landscapes, living history, and an unforgettable cultural experience. At the end of the tour, you'll return to Cusco by train and tourist transport, thus concluding one of the most memorable adventures you can experience in Peru.

A Machu Picchu Journey representative will be waiting for you upon your arrival in Cusco to take you to your hotel.

You will have the morning free to acclimatize.

Our Cusco City Tour begins at 2:00 PM with a visit to the Inca temple of Qoricancha, also known as the Church of Santo Domingo. Afterward, we will head to the outskirts of Cusco, visiting the impressive terraces and temples of the great fortress of Sacsayhuaman. Continuing our tour, we will visit the Qenco amphitheater, then the large terraces, walls, and staircases of Puka Pukara, and finally Tambomachay. Afterward, we will return to Cusco.

Approximate arrival time in Cusco: 6:30 PM. Transportation will drop you off near the Plaza de Armas.

Pick up from the hotel in Cusco approx. (7:00 – 8:00 am)

After breakfast at your hotel, our guide will pick you up to begin the tour to the Sacred Valley. We will travel by tourist transport along a scenic road that descends towards the fertile valley formed by the Vilcanota River.

First stop Pisac archaeological site

The archaeological remains of Pisac are located at the top of a hill. Here we will explore ceremonial temples, agricultural platforms, funerary enclosures and Inca water canals.

Trip to Urubamba

We will continue our tour along the sacred river, passing through small Quechua communities and traditional crop fields. The route offers spectacular views of the valley, the snow-capped mountains and the platforms.

Buffet lunch in Urubamba

We will arrive at Urubamba, considered the agricultural heart of the Sacred Valley. Here we will enjoy a delicious buffet lunch in a country restaurant, with a variety of typical dishes from the Andean region, vegetarian options and traditional desserts.

Second stop Visit to the Ollantaytambo Fortress

After lunch we will go to Ollantaytambo, a living Inca town that preserves its original urban layout. We will visit the archaeological complex of Ollantaytambo, an ancient ceremonial fortress with enormous stone walls, agricultural terraces and temples dedicated to the Sun and Water.

Boarding the train to Aguas Calientes

After the visit, we will walk a few minutes to the Ollantaytambo train station. We will board the Expedition or Voyager tourist train to Aguas Calientes (also known as Machu Picchu Pueblo). The train journey lasts approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes and is one of the most scenic in Peru, following the course of the Vilcanota River between jungle-covered mountains.

Arrival in Aguas Calientes + hotel transfer

Upon arrival in Aguas Calientes, our staff will meet you at the station and take you to your accommodation for rest. This picturesque town is the gateway to Machu Picchu and has a wide range of restaurants, cafes and shops.

Information meeting with the guide

In the evening, the guide will stop by your hotel to give you an informative talk about entering Machu Picchu the next day. He will explain the meeting point, the bus schedule and all the necessary details so that you can make the most of your visit to the historic sanctuary.

OVERNIGH: IN MACHU PICCHU TOWN (AGUAS CALIENTES)

After checking the essential equipment (documents, camera, blocker, water), we will head to the tourist bus station. The guide will have previously coordinated the schedules the night before.

Ascent by tourist bus to Machu Picchu

We will go to the bus station in Aguas Calientes to board the transportation that will take you to the entrance gate to Machu Picchu.
The bus ride takes approximately 25 minutes, ascending a zigzagging road between high jungle and fog-covered mountains.

Entrance to the Inca Citadel of Machu Picchu

At the entrance door to Machu Picchu we will show our entry tickets and physical documents (DNI, Passport, Identity Card, etc.).
Once inside Machu Picchu, there will be a guided excursion 2 hours where we will explore the main sectors of the site and learn about its history and architecture. Visits are one-way on all circuits.

Descent by bus to Aguas Calientes

At the end of the visit, we will take the bus back to the town of Aguas Calientes. You can take advantage of this time to rest, buy souvenirs or simply contemplate the jungle environment of the place.

Lunch in Aguas Calientes

Then we will return to the town of Aguas Calientes to have our menu-type lunch. You will have free time where you can take the opportunity to visit the hot springs or tour the local craft market.

Return train trip to Ollantaytambo (Depending on availability)

We will go to the train station to board the return tourist service. The trip of approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes allows you to once again enjoy the landscapes of the Urubamba Valley, surrounded by mountains and lush vegetation.

Pick up from the station and transfer to the hotel

Upon arrival at the Ollantaytambo train station, a Cullos travel Peru representative will wait for you with a sign with your name to address tourist mobility towards Cusco.

Arrival at your hotel in Cusco

The day ends with arrival in the city of Cusco, our unit will drop you off near the Historic Center of Cusco. After having fulfilled one of the dreams of thousands of travelers around the world to visit Machu Picchu, a jewel of humanity.