Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu 3 Day Tour
Duration
3D/2N
Difficulty
Moderate
Language
Español / Ingles
Max. Altitude
4,650 msnm
The Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu 3 Day Tour is the perfect short escape into the heart of the Inca Empire. Designed for travelers with limited time, this experience combines history, culture, and breathtaking Andean landscapes in one seamless adventure.
If you are looking for a complete 3 days in Cusco itinerary, this tour balances exploration and comfort without feeling rushed. Your journey begins with a guided Cusco city tour, where you discover colonial streets built over ancient Inca foundations and visit impressive archaeological sites such as Sacsayhuamán and Qorikancha.
Next, this unforgettable Sacred Valley weekend tour takes you through one of Peru’s most spectacular regions. You explore traditional Andean villages, visit Pisac’s colorful market, and admire the massive stone terraces of Ollantaytambo. Along the way, you experience authentic local culture while enjoying dramatic mountain scenery.
The highlight of this journey is Machu Picchu. As part of this carefully organized Machu Picchu short vacation package, you travel by scenic train to Aguas Calientes and enjoy a guided visit to the iconic citadel. Your expert guide explains the history, architecture, and spiritual significance of this world wonder.
Because many travelers search for a reliable Cusco and Machu Picchu 3 day tour, this itinerary focuses on smooth logistics, professional guides, and personalized attention. You avoid unnecessary backtracking and maximize your time in each destination.
From start to finish, this Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu 3 Day Tour offers a well-paced and immersive experience, managed with professionalism and local expertise by Machulas Journey.
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After pick up you from hotel at 7.00 a.m and then connect to the sacred valley tour, where our first visit will be Chinchero inca ruins. After this we wil be continuing to another beautifull inca site Moray the concentric constructions, and then numbers of salt pans – Salineras.
After enjoyed in those amazing atractions we will be driving to Urubamba town in order to have our lunch any restaurants you will decide we now organic buffet restaurants we will be able to take you any of them.
After that we will be continuing to Ollantaytambo archeological site our last visit for today and then drive you to your hotel organize for the company or by your own.
Trip Overview:
- Tour Location: Cusco sacred Valley, Peru
- Tour Type: Day tour / van
- Start/End Time: Pickup is at 7 am from your hotel and you should be back around 4 to 5 PM
- Consideration: Please remember to comfortable shoes or follow our company recommendations
Today our driver and guide we will coming to your hotel to pick up you very early morming at time, and place as you indicate at 4.00 am because our train will be 5.10 am in the morning from Ollantaytambo train estation, where we will have to be 30 minutes in advence. After aboarded our train the journey by train will be 1.50 hours all the way to Aguas calientes train estation. And then our guide will take you to bus station in order to drive up – Machupicchu control where here you will have to show your original passaport and your ID.
Once get Machupicchu main control we will be able to explore the most empressive ancient incan citadel – Machupicchu where our guide will explain such great information for a 2.30 hours and visiting the most importan sites such like plazas, temples, aqueduct, incan palaces, quarries sectors, industrial sector much more.
After our amazing Machupicchu exploration we will be take back the bus down to aguas calientes, and then have a lunch choose by you any restaurant in the same Aguas calientes town. Once that at 3.20 pm you will be returning from aguas calienetes to Ollantaytambo train estation where the driver and guide will be waiting for you and take back to cusco hotel organize by the company, or by own – Around 6.30 to 7.00pm we will be in cusco depent of traffict on the way – and then drop off in you hotel.
Trip Overview:
- Tour Location: Cusco City, Peru
- Tour Type: Day tour / van
- Start/End Time: Pickup is at 8 PM from your hotel and you should be back around 2 PM
- Consideration: Please remember to comfortable shoes or follow our company recommendations
Who better to host you, Cusco is the Archaeological capital of America, the city where colonial houses, churches, and convents were built on top of Inca foundations and walls, and this is the chance you can learn about our ancient civilizations Machulas Journey will in-charge to complete your – once-in-the-lifetime experience.
Itinerary:
Our English-speaking guide will show you the rich culture and traditions of historic Cusco, one of South America’s oldest cities. This Cusco city tour includes the Inca fortress of Sacsayhuaman and its incredible stonework and magnificent mountain views. Moreover, our walking tours of Cusco include hidden parts of Cusco, so you can see how locals proudly live in traditional and time-honored fashion.
Cusco sits at around 3,400m/11,155 feet, and our highest point is at 3,800m/12,467 feet. Therefore, our Cusco city tour is ideal after acclimatization preparation for visiting this amazing Cusco attraction.
Today you will be able to visit the plaza mayor of Cusco, the local market (San Pedro) and the 4 Incan ruins around.
- Sacsayhuaman
- Qenqo
- Tambomachay
- Puka pukara
- Plaza de Armas
- San Pedro Market
Trip Overview:
- Tour Location: Cusco City, Peru
- Tour Type: Day tour / van
- Start/End Time: Pickup is at 8 PM from your hotel and you should be back around 2 PM
- Consideration: Please remember to comfortable shoes or follow our company recommendations
Included
- Professional licensed English & Spanish speaking tour guide throughout the entire program.
- Private transportation during all tours included in the itinerary.
- Entrance tickets to Sacred Valley archaeological sites and Inca ruins.
- Machu Picchu entrance permit.
- Round-trip bus tickets in Aguas Calientes (up and down).
- Train ticket from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes.
- Train ticket from Aguas Calientes back to Ollantaytambo.
- Transportation from your hotel to the Ollantaytambo train station.
- Private transportation from Ollantaytambo back to your hotel in Cusco.
- Entrance tickets to the 4 main Inca archaeological sites around Cusco.
- Guided visit to San Pedro Market.
- 3-star hotel accommodation in Urubamba or Ollantaytambo (only if booked with us).
- Assistance and advice for hotel organization if needed.
Not Included
- Lunch during Sacred Valley tours.
- Lunch in Aguas Calientes on the Machu Picchu day.
- Lunch during the Cusco City Tour.
- Hotel accommodation if booked independently by the traveler.
- Tips for tour guide and driver (optional and voluntary).
- Personal expenses and services not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Arrive in Cusco at least one day before the tour to acclimatize to the altitude.
- Bring your original passport for train travel and Machu Picchu entrance.
- Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for cobblestone streets and ruins.
- Dress in layers to adapt to changing temperatures.
- Carry a light rain jacket or poncho.
- Use sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat due to strong UV radiation.
- Bring a small backpack for water, camera, and personal items.
- Stay well hydrated throughout the tour.
- Avoid heavy meals and alcohol before early departures.
- Carry some cash in Peruvian soles for lunches, souvenirs, and tips.
- Follow your guide’s instructions at archaeological sites.
- Respect local communities, culture, and protected heritage areas.
This program includes visits to the Sacred Valley highlights such as Chinchero, Maras, Moray, the Salt Mines, and Ollantaytambo, followed by a full-day visit to Machu Picchu. It also includes a Cusco City Tour with visits to the main Inca archaeological sites and San Pedro Market, offering a complete cultural and historical experience.
Lunch is not included on any of the tour days. During Sacred Valley and Cusco City tours, your guide will recommend good local restaurants. On the Machu Picchu day, lunch in Aguas Calientes is also not included, giving you flexibility to choose according to your preferences.
If you book accommodation with us, the program includes a comfortable 3-star hotel in Urubamba or Ollantaytambo. If you prefer to book your own hotel, accommodation is not included, and we will adjust the logistics accordingly.
This program is considered easy to moderate. Activities mainly involve guided walking tours at archaeological sites rather than long hikes. There are stairs and uneven paths in places like Ollantaytambo and Machu Picchu, but the pace is relaxed and suitable for travelers of all ages with average fitness.
Yes, advance booking is strongly recommended, especially for Machu Picchu entrance tickets and train tickets, which have limited availability. Booking early ensures better schedules, preferred Machu Picchu circuits, and smooth organization of transportation and accommodation.
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