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Tour Overview

Cusco city tour, Sacred Valley, and Machu Picchu tour is a complete package that takes you on one of the most incredible journeys of a lifetime in a very short time following the ancient route of the Incas. You’ll start exploring Cusco city, The Historic Capital of Peru, follow the Urubamba River as you discover the Sacred Valley until you arrive at the magical Lost City of the Incas, Machu Picchu.
Highlights of the Machu Picchu Tour
Explore Cusco like a Local on your first dayStay in centrally located hotelsDiscover the Sacred Valley as you travel to Machu PicchuBeat the crowds to Machu Picchu and enjoy the SunriseLearn the history and culture of our country transmitted by our GuidesSupport Social Projects while traveling
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Highlights

Cusco city tour, Sacred Valley, and Machu Picchu tour is a complete package that takes you on one of the most incredible journeys of a lifetime in a very short time following the ancient route of the Incas
You’ll start exploring Cusco city, The Historic Capital of Peru, follow the Urubamba River as you discover the Sacred Valley until you arrive at the magical Lost City of the Incas, Machu Picchu
Highlights of the Machu Picchu TourExplore Cusco like a Local on your first dayStay in centrally located hotelsDiscover the Sacred Valley as you travel to Machu PicchuBeat the crowds to Machu Picchu and enjoy the SunriseLearn the history and culture of our country transmitted by our GuidesSupport Social Projects while traveling

Itinerary

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Day 1: Arrival to Cusco – City tour (half-day)

Location: Cusco

Accommodation: Hotel

Upon arrival at the airport in Cusco, you’ll be welcomed by our representative, who will drive you to your hotel located in the center of Cusco, check-in, and you can rest for the afternoon (we recommend arriving early in the morning to Cusco). Later in the afternoon at 1.30 pm, your tour guide will pick you up from your hotel and take you to explore the fantastic city of Cusco, which was the capital of the great Inca Empire, surrounded by the beautiful Andes Mountains. You’ll begin your tour visiting the Plaza de Armas, the Cathedral, and admire its exquisite vestibules and priceless paintings from the Cusco School of the 17th and 18th centuries. Just a few blocks away you’ll visit the famous 12 angle stone, Loreto Street, Koricancha, and drive to the upper ´part of Cusco to explore Sacsahuayman and the 4-ruins where you will be delighted by the advanced architecture of this sites.

Duration: Half-day

Entrance fee: To all places, we visit

Meals: Not Included

Hotel: Munaywasi, Marqueses or Similar

Day 2: Sacred Valley – Aguas Calientes (Full day)

Location: Sacred Valley

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

After breakfast in the hotel, you’ll get picked up form the hotel at 8.00 a.m to drive to Awana Cancha where we can see Llamas, Alpacas, Vicuñas, and Guanacos. It’s then 30 minutes drive to Pisaq, where we visit the local market and continue the journey through the Sacred Valley until Urubamba, where we have a buffet lunch in a local restaurant.
After a delicious lunch, we will continue to Moray to learn about the ancient Inca farming technology, visit Maras, and Salineras to later drive to Ollantaytambo – “The Last Living Inca Town” an old Inca fortified village where we will observe some of the best examples of Inca architecture in the region. Later we take the train to Aguas Calientes to spend the night.

Duration: Full day

Meals: Breakfast at Hotel, Buffet lunch in Urubamba

Hotel: Del Pilar or Similar

Day 3: Machu Picchu – Cusco (Full day)

Location: Machu Picchu

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

On our final day, we have to get up very early to prepare for the best of the trip, Machu Picchu – the Lost City of the Incas. We will go straight to the line to wait for the first bus going up to Machupicchu at 5:30 am. Arriving as the sky brightens, taking in the stunning views along the way. Your guide will take you on a 2 to 3-hour comprehensive tour of the city before leaving you in Machu Picchu to explore on your own or climb either Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain (must be booked as far in advance as possible). Your guide will explain how to take the bus from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes for lunch and take the train and bus back to Cusco. Drop off in your Hotel.

Duration: Full day

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Munay Wasi or Similar

Day 4: Depart Cusco

Location: Cusco

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast in your hotel, you will be transferred to the airport depending on your flight schedule.

What's Included

Pick up and drop off to the airport
Half-day city tour in Cusco
Entrance fee to all the places we visit
Professional Local Tour Guide
2 night 3-star hotel in Cusco
1 night 3-star hotel in Aguas Calientes
Sacred Valley Tour
Lunch and Dinner on day 2
Round trip Train ticket
Bus up and down to Machu Picchu
Entrance To Machu Picchu
Vistadome Panoramic train back to Cusco.

What's Not Included

Huayna Picchu Mountain entrances
Machu Picchu Mountain entrances (Called montaña, this is different from Machu Picchu citadel)
Travel Insurance
Gratuities
Flights

Requirements

Original passport
Rain gear
Sun protection
Comfortable clothes
Wáter, snacks
Extra Money in cash for souvenirs
Camera

Know Before You Go

Wheelchair Accessible
Infant Seats Available

Check out our Q&As

What is the fitness level required to do this tour?

You do not need any fitness level (tour by car and train), however, guest must be able to perform short walks in uneven terrain
When is the best time to travel to Cusco?

The best time to visit Cusco is during the dry season, which runs from May to September. The weather is perfect for trekking and exploring the city, with clear skies and little chance of rain. This is also the peak travel season, so it can be busier. If you prefer fewer crowds and don’t mind a little rain, the shoulder seasons (April and October) can also be great times to visit. ...more ...less
When do you have to arrive in Cusco?

It’s a good idea to arrive in Cusco at least 2 to 3 days before your trek starts. This gives your body time to adjust to the high altitude, which is crucial since Cusco sits pretty high up at 11,152 feet (3,400 meters). The extra days also give you time to explore the city and its surroundings before your big adventure begins. ...more ...less
How to prevent altitude sickness?

Altitude sickness is pretty common when you head to places like Cusco, so it’s smart to be prepared. Here are a few things you can do to avoid or lessen it: - Arrive early: Give yourself a couple of days to acclimate. - Drink plenty of water: Staying hydrated is key. - Try coca tea: Locals swear by it. It's made from coca leaves and can help with altitude adjustment. - Avoid heavy meals and alcohol: These can make it harder for your body to adjust. - Take it easy: Don’t push yourself too hard on the first day or two. - Medication: Talk to your doctor about altitude sickness pills like Diamox if you're worried. If you start feeling dizzy, tired, or get a headache, slow down, rest, and stay hydrated. ...more ...less
Which is better, Inca Trail or Salkantay Trek?

Both treks offer incredible experiences, but they’re different in key ways: - The Inca Trail is all about history, as you’ll walk the same paths the Incas did and pass through several archaeological sites. It’s a shorter trek but highly regulated, with limited permits. - The Salkantay Trek is a bit more off the beaten path. It’s longer and tougher but offers stunning scenery, including glaciers and cloud forests. There are fewer crowds, and no permit is required. If you want the classic Machu Picchu experience, go for the Inca Trail. If you're looking for a more rugged adventure, Salkantay might be the better choice. ...more ...less

How many people are allowed in each group?

The size of each group on the Inca Trail is typically limited to 16 people. This ensures a more personalized experience and allows for easier management on the narrow paths of the trail. TreXperience, like most tour operators, adheres to this limit to comply with government regulations and to preserve the environment along the trail.

Reviews from travellers on this tour

Nicole H

Best treks and trips with TreXperience!

07-Jan-2021

An adventurous and cultural trip to Machu Picchu has been on my bucket list for years. We monitored the cases in Peru and felt confident the Peruvian Government, people and tourism providers were exercising all the right safety measures to keep customers and themselves safe. And our expectations were more than exceeded. Everyone in Peru is wearing masks whether indoors or outdoors and when necessary wearing face-shields. The Peruvian people were extraordinary. So hospitable and happy to see some tourists visiting their amazing country. We choose TreXperience four our 4-day trek because they are locally owned and operated, promote sustainable tourism, they empower woman (Tania was one of our porters and she carried ½ her body weight) on top of their exceptional reviews and awards. TreXperience surpassed our expectations from booking to departure. Providing exceptional customer service, doing so much of the little things along with the big stuff, VERY WELL! Little things like...hot water and a cloth to wash our face and hands after a long day, a tarp, extra sleeping pad, and wool blanket to keep us warm and dry, coco leaves to help us with the altitude, shipping us a souvenir gift we left behind, teaching us Quechua (the ancient language of the Inca people) and the big things like… a popup toilet, delicious meals, spectacular treks and moments to explore and learn more about the fauna, flora and Inca history. All done with exceptional hospitality, smiles, and Peruvian Pride. Thank you to the TreX Team; our porters Tomy, Tania and Elvis our chef Celso and our guide Elisban. He was so knowledgeable, interesting, laughed at my jokes, gave us an extra hand and encouragement when we needed it, made great conversation, and much more. There was a moment when I looked out our train to see Elisban waving to us to make sure we got settled okay. I looked at my daughter and said, “I really like Elisban, he is the best guide I have ever done a trip with.” I traveled with my 9-year-old daughter and we are pretty fit. We selected the 4D/3N Alternative Inca Trail trek based on Colonel’s suggestion. The classic Inca 4D trek is not an option for us as it was closed due to a March rockslide. I am glad it wasn’t open as the Alternative trek was perfect. We explored the highlands, trekked above the sacred valley, saw a couple of villages, didn’t get burned out on camping, and got to experience the best part of the Inca trail! While at times it was sobering to see so few tourists and to have Winaywayna, the Sun Gate and Machu Picchu to practically to ourselves. It was a great time to visit allowing us to truly appreciate the beauty, deep, and impressive history of the Cusco region and the remarkable Inca sites. If you are thinking about a trip to Machu Picchu, book it! And book with TreXperience. It will be one of the best treks and trips you’ve taken! ...more ...less

Stuart L

Terrific 3 day sacred valley and Machu Picchu tour

31-Dec-2020

My girlfriend and I were looking for a 3 day tour that included Inca trail hiking, but didn’t have time to do the common 4 day trek. This package was amazing! So glad we found them! They picked us up from the airport, walked us thru the entire itinerary at a briefing, drove us, fed us, paid admission to a ton of amazing valley sites and were great at giving us information during our entire trip. The price was right, and the accommodations and food was above what we expected. Highly recommend! ...more ...less

Jennifer P

December 2019 Machu Picchu Trek

13-Dec-2019

Russell our tour guide was AMAZING!! He is extremely knowledgeable and made sure that we all connected as a group. There were a few of us that were faster and a few slower- he kept running between groups to ensure everyone was ok and taken care of. He did twice the work and journey just running back and forth checking in on us. He’s an impressive and amazing guide. The porters were just EXCEPTIONAL! We did our trek in the rainy season, and these porters were RUNNING both up and down the mountains with all the gear, tents, food, and everything we needed for our comfort on their backs. They would get to camp WAY before we did to ensure we were greeted with enthusiasm, set up tents for the night, and hot delicious meals. Carmello the cook was beyond amazing. We had amazing presentation of the food and OMG it was so delicious! He even baked us 2 cakes with decorations of icing on it!! I don’t know how he did that in a camping setting but he did it!! I would highly recommend this tour group! Plus they help in communities with books and education where the access can be a challenge. I am so impressed with this company. They made it an experience to remember!! ...more ...less

Leannelangdon

Better than we ever expected - huchuy Cusco trek

19-Jan-2021

We booked our tour with trekperience whilst we were back in the UK. We didn’t know anything about the company but the trek suited us as it was described as suiting all ages and ended at Macchu Picchu. It was the Huchuy Cusco trek. We met Herberth (our tour guide) and the team the day before at 6pm. We already had been provided with lots of information on what to bring so it was more about the logistics of the trip. They were a great team and we already felt at ease. It ended up just the 5 of us on this particular trek which we were quite happy about as we live on opposite sides of the world so we could catch up. We left the next morning at 6am and drove to the location where the trek began. We couldn’t quite believe how many people were there to support us. We had the driver, the horseman (along with 3 horses and 3 donkeys), the chef, the co chef and our guide, Herberth. On the first day the trek was mainly uphill and full of beautiful views. We stopped for lunch by a lake where we expected to eat a quick sandwich. We ended up getting a three course meal cooked by the chef that was delicious! They even set up a toilet there and bowls for each of us to wash our hands. We continued the uphill trek after lunch and arrived at our campsite just before dark, where our tents had already been set up for us by the horseman and chefs who had overtaken us earlier. Our dinner was prepared in the pitch black with just a head torch. Again, absolutely gorgeous but we were so tired that we didn’t do it justice. We went to our respective tents, when the thunderstorms and heavy rain started! It was a little scary at first but it all added to the experience in the end. The next day we had breakfast and set off on the second day of the trek down an Inca trail to the sacred valley. It was beautiful! We walked through a beautiful lush valley with rivers and waterfalls and stunning views over the valley. Herberth was very knowledgeable and was always able to answer any questions we had. This day was mainly downhill which was fine for me, my boyfriend and sister but was definitely tough on the legs for my mum and dad. The trek was advertised as easy - moderate and suitable for all ages which I probably wouldn’t agree with. I would say it was moderate and you would need to be reasonably fit to enjoy it, I’d also say it wouldn’t be suitable for children. After we finished our downhill trek we met at a house for lunch. We were able to see the traditional way of cooking which was really cool to watch. It was a real team effort and even the horseman and coach driver helped out. We parted ways with the horseman and the two chefs then, we were more than happy to tip them for their fantastic efforts. We then drove on to Quantaytambo where we had some time to explore. We were really lucky as there was a festival on there so we watched that and had a look around the shops. We were meant to have dinner at a restaurant and then get a train to Machu Picchu to stay there the night but because of the rainfall the day before the tourist train was not running. Herberth was on the phone with the agency straight away rearranging accomodation. We managed to get a hotel just 2 mins from the restaurant. We had to pay for it but was told that we would receive a full refund on our return to Cusco (which we received the day after). The hotel was great and cooked us breakfast very early the next morning before we caught the 6am train to Machu Picchu. The tourist train from Quantaytambo to Machu Picchu was an experience in itself. The carriages were extremely comfortable, with panoramic windows so you could view the mountains and the river rapids. We got there really early which was great because there were less tourists. We were so lucky with the weather as we had clear skies which made for beautiful pictures. We had a few hours up there with Herberth showing us around. Again, he was so knowledgeable and could answer all questions we had. On the returning train we were treated to a sandwich, traditional dancing, and a fashion show. When we got back to the restaurant where we’d left our bags we said our goodbyes to Herberth, and were transferred safely back to our hotel by bus. I would definitely recommend going with treksperience for any treks in Peru. ...more ...less

Regina G

Very Satisfied

12-Mar-2020

I had a great trek with my tour guide, Johnny. He had a very positive attitude and was very patient and good at answering questions and making sure everyone on the hike was doing well. The chef was also very good and we were provided with plenty of delicious, authentic food, which was much needed. Everything was provided for us including tent setup, bus and train tickets, Machu Picchu tickets, etc. Everything went smoothly and efficiently, as described. I highly recommend this trip to solo adventurers or couples. ...more ...less

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