Tour to Cusco - Machu Picchu - Cusco 4d/3n

Cusco, a city with a splendid legacy, full of history and culture, is the departure point for visiting the Impressive Inca Citadel of Machu Picchu, "The Lost City of the Incas", considered one of the World's Archaeological Jewels and an obligatory travel destination in Peru.

At a distance of 120 km (75 miles) from Cusco, in the Valley of the Urubamba River, Machu Picchu lies within the spectacular framework provided by the exuberant vegetation of the nearby jungle and the rugged landscape. The ruins are situated on the Eastern slope of Machu Picchu in two different areas: the Agricultural and the Urban ones. The latter includes the Civil sector (dwellings and canalizations), and the Sacred sector (temples, mausoleums, squares and royal houses). Although constructions show different levels of architecture, religious buildings exhibit a high degree of perfection. The constructions, often, were built with stones, and the roofs were built of tree trunks and thatched with "ichu" straw.

This program was specially prepared for those who want to make their trip a once-in-a-lifetime experience by sleeping at a hotel nearby Machu Picchu, offering them the opportunity to return to the Citadel the next day early in the morning when white clouds cover the site and are evaporated as the sun rises gradually discovering the magical Machu Picchu in front of your eyes.

Tour Details

Duration : 4 days / 3 nights
Price : From US$ 395
Starting point : Cusco
Ending point : Cusco
Tour Type : Archaeological and cultural

Tour Description

All our programmes can be tailor made according to your requirements, whether regarding the length of your tour, any special interests or specific activities, flight reservations, optional destinations or tours.

DAY 01: Cusco

Assistance on arrival to Cusco and transfer to your selected hotel. Free time to take a short rest to get acclimatized to the altitude.
In the afternoon, sightseeing tour of Cusco visiting the Main Square, the Cathedral and the Temple of the Sun or Korikancha; take a pleasant walk in the bohemian District of San Blas, house to the most re-known craftsmen of Cusco, visiting its beautiful church, that houses an impressive pulpit, a filigree woodcarving bearing the fruits of the region and visit some artisans workshops located in its small Main Square. On the way back, pass by the Hatunrumiyoc Street where you can appreciate the Twelve-angled stone.
Then, drive out of the City to visit the Inca sites of Kenko, Tambomachay, Puca Pucara and the impressive Fortress of Sacsayhuaman, built strategically on a hill overlooking Cusco; famous for its enormous carved stones joined with astounding precision to form the outer walls. Some of these stones stand over 9m / 30ft tall, and weight over 350 tons.

Meals Included: None

DAY 02: Cusco - Machu Picchu

Early in the morning, transfer to Cusco Train station for a three hours train ride to the famous Inca Citadel of Machu Picchu, one of the most renowned examples of Inca architecture, known as "The Lost City of the Incas", stepping off the train in Aguas Calientes Station accommodation in the select hotel and free day Then, you will have time to perform some of the following activities: (not included in the overall tour price).
visit its Hot Springs Thermal Waters. Or you can go up to putucusi mauntain where you can see machupicchu . you don’t need entrance fee

Meals Included: Breakfast and lunch

DAY 03: Machu Picchu: Aguas Calientes / Cusco

Early in the morning 5:00 am approximately after de breakfast for a 30-minutes drive climbing a 6km of winding road to reach the marvellous Citadel. Upon arrival, guided tour of the Citadel, visiting the Main Plaza, the Circular Tower, the Sacred Sun Dial (the most important Intihuatana), the Royal Quarters, the Temple of Three Windows and various burial grounds. Time free to stroll by the Archaeological Site.

2. For the most adventurous people, we suggest to go up the Huayna Picchu (if it is not raining) from where you can appreciate the immensity of Machu Picchu, even more amazing being high and distant.
Arriving at the top takes about two hours and a half and it must be before 13:00 hours. It is necessary to register in an office at the beginning of the trail. An exciting adventure for the travellers who want to see, from the top, the nature and the carved stone emerging from the ground as if a geological miracle.
In the afternoon, back to Cusco by train, and transfer to your hotel.
Overnight.

Meals Included: Breakfast

DAY 04: Cusco

After breakfast, transfer assistance on your departure.

Meals Included: Breakfast
End of our services

INCLUDED:

• 2 Nights accommodation at a selected hotel in Cusco
• 1 Night`s accommodation in Machu Picchu or Aguas Calientes
• In and out transfers
• All applicable taxes
• Bilingual guided tours (english / spanish)
• Entrance fees for the excursions mentioned above
• Lunch at Aguas Calientes and other meals as indicated in the itinerary
• Train and bus ticket Cusco-Machu Picchu-Cusco

NOT INCLUDED:

• International and Domestic flights (Lima / Cusco / Lima: US$ 294 aprox.)
• Airport taxes ($30.25 for international flights and $6.05 for domestic flights)
• Baggage excess
• Alcoholic drinks, soda or bottled mineral water
• Personal expenses
• Tips
• International or National personal telephone calls
• Additional nights for bad weather o flight cancellation
• Snacks
• Laundry