5-Day Tour Cusco and Machu Picchu
5-Day Tour Cusco and Machu Picchu
Skip the stress of planning and fully enjoy your visit to our Imperial city until getting to the citadel of Machu Picchu with this convenient 5- day tour. Here’s what you should expect:• Get to know the colonial and Inca contrast of the Historic Center of Cusco.• Discover the impressive Inca settlements around the city and uncover their mysteries.• Surround yourself in the spellbinding energy of the Sacred Valley of the Incas and explore its outstanding archeological sites.• And finally, cross the Andes mountains on a train ride to the cloud forest and experience the energy of the Machu Picchu citadel.
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Cusco
Day 2: Archaeological City Tour in Cusco
Qorikancha
Right at the heart of the historic center lies the so-called Temple of the Sun, the principal worship center of the Inca culture. Here, we’ll have some time to explore the site as well as the current catholic church built on top of its settlements.
30 minutesCusco Cathedral
The Cathedral of Cusco is the perfect example of colonial baroque architecture. As most of the Spanish buildings found in the city center, its foundations are the ancient structure of an important Inca palace.
30 minutesSacsayhuaman
Following the itinerary, the Sacsayhuaman fortress is our next stop. The impressive megalithic structure has withstood centuries of earthquakes and holds stones that can measure up to 5 meters and weigh over 120 tons.
45 minutesQ'enqo
A few meters away from Sacsayhuaman lies another important ceremonial center to the Incas. The Qenqo archeological site was a ritual-based location where, according to historians, rituals and sacrifices took place.
20 minutesPuka Pukara
Going further up the mountains, we’ll find an archeological site with a fortress-like appearance. It is believed that Puca Pucara served as a military and administrative center.
20 minutesTambomachay
Day 3: Sacred Valley of the Incas
30 minutesAwana Kancha
If you love alpacas, llamas, and vicuñas as much as we do, then this is the place for you! Awana Kancha is an animal shelter and an exhibition of Peruvian textiles.
20 minutesPisac Peru
The Archeological Site of Pisac is located at 3,300 meters above sea level, offering incredible views of its surroundings and the Sacred Valley.
1 hourPisac Market
It is one of the largests local markets in the whole region. The Pisac Artisan Market comprises a diverse cultural expression, where the most talented artisans sell their handmade art pieces.
40 minutesUrubamba
After a whole morning full of history and adventure, now it’s time to take a break and enjoy the famous peruvian gastronomy in a buffet restaurant. At Tunupa Restaurant, you will be surrounded by the soothing sound of the Urubamba River.
1 hourArchaeological Park Ollantaytambo
The small town of Ollantaytambo is one of the perfect examples of Inca urbanism. Its cobbled streets will leave you breathless as well as the Inca open draining system. You will also visit the archeological site, recognized as the only place that defeated the Spanish army during colonization for almost 50 years.
1 hourOllantaytambo
Day 4: Machu Picchu Private Tour
Santuario Historico de Machu Picchu
Our team will pick you up from the hotel to board the bus up to Machu Picchu in the morning. The bus ride takes about 30 minutes from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu’s main entrance. Our professional guide will provide details and information about this wonder of the world, including the mysteries and fascinating facts of the Inca culture. After our time in Machu Picchu, we’ll go back to Aguas Calientes to return to the city of Cusco.
2 hoursPoroy
Day 5: Hotel transfer - Cusco Airport
15 minutesCusco
No accommodation included on this day.
Included
- 03 hotel nights in Cusco.
- 01 hotel night in Aguas Calientes.
- Entrance tickets for all archaeological sites to visit
- Round trip bus tickets from Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu
- Round trip train tickets to Aguas Calientes
- Private transfers to the airport on each destination
- 24 hour assistance in Spanish and English
- Professional team on all tours and walks
- Personalized concierge and assistance to the needs of your stay
- 4x Breakfast
- Accommodation included: 4 nights
- 1x Lunch
- Entry/Admission - Cusco Cathedral
- Entry/Admission - Archaeological Park Ollantaytambo
- Entry/Admission - Q'enqo
- Entry/Admission - Santuario Historico de Machu Picchu
- Entry/Admission - Puka Pukara
- Entry/Admission - Qorikancha
- Entry/Admission - Sacsayhuaman
- Entry/Admission - Pisac
- Entry/Admission - Tambomachay
Not Included
- Travel insurance
- National or international air tickets
- Food and drinks not mentioned above
- Personal expenses
Good to Know
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Infants must sit on laps
- Infant seats available
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Children under 2 years of age are free of charge as long as they do not occupy a seat.
- Most travelers can participate
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Face masks provided for travelers
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Regular temperature checks for staff
- Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
- Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Tickets & Cancellation
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.