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This three-day tour begins with your arrival in Cusco. We provide airport reception and transfer you to your hotel. The first day focuses on the city of Cusco itself, including historical sites. You will see important Inca and colonial structures, learning about their history and use.
The second day is dedicated to a full-day trip to Machu Picchu. This involves a train ride through the Urubamba Valley, followed by a bus ascent to the archaeological site. A guide will provide details about the famous ruins. You will have time to explore the site before returning to Cusco.
On the final day, after breakfast at your hotel, we will arrange your transfer to the Cusco airport for your departure. This tour offers a concise way to experience both the city of Cusco and the significant site of Machu Picchu.
Upon arrival in Cusco: Reception at the airport, assistance and transfer to selected hotel. You will have free morning and in the afternoon We will visit the center of the city and then We will go around the Cusco city.
Between 13:20 and 13:30 pm will begin the guided tour through the city, where you will have the opportunity to visit 6 sites, the first “Qoricancha” (golded place), currently Santo Domingo Convent, a place that keeps Inside one of the most important religious centers of the Inca period, the Cathedral, a place that has religious paintings of the Cusqueña School being in number about 300, among other expressions of art.
Then visit to the surrounding areas of Cusco City, to visit 4 places that have remained intact over the years and have been used by the Incas for different activities; Sacsahuaman (puma’s head) majestic place, with impressive works in stone, been the heaviest 120 tons, carried by workers from remote Inca quarries, a place where the famous Inti Raymi or Festival of the Sun is celebrated every year, Qenqo (laberinth), and finally Pucapucara Tambomachay, place dedicated to the water.
End of the tour and return to the hotel.
Overnight in Cusco.
Pick up at the hotel to take the train for a full day tour of the Magical citadel of Machupicchu, it is 112 Km. from Cusco .During the journey we see the Urubamba canyon, Urubamba River and the show capped peaks of the Veronica Mountain.Arriving.
Upon arrival in Aguas you will take a 20-minute bus ride to the hidden temple of the Incas to enjoy a guided tour of the site. Your expert guide will tell you all about Machu Picchu’s fascinating history and legends…
The famous lost city of the Incas is one of the most magical and mysterious places on Earth. Situated on the spine of a jungle-cloaked granite peak towering some 600 metres above an entrenched meandering of the roaring river below, the site is frequently shrouded in misty clouds pierced by the powerful equatorial sun. Constructed from precisely sculptured granite blocks carefully joined with the projecting exposed stone of the surrounding mountain, the site may well be the finest architectural achievement of the new world.
Tour around the archeological site, its craft industry, agriculture, housing, prisons, royal tomb, the temple of the sun, Inti Huatana, sacred place, the fourth of the three windows, the sundial, the gazebo, etc.
In the Afternoon Get the train back to Ollantaytambo or Poroy station then We wil take a car from Ollantaytambo to Cusco.
After an early breakfast at the hotel you will be transferred at the airport for your journey home or on to your next destination.
This tour focuses on the main attractions of Cusco city and the site of Machu Picchu. It is a good choice for those who want to see the key historical and archaeological sites without extensive trekking. You will see enough to get a good overview of the area.
Cusco has two main seasons:
Temperatures can vary significantly between day and night, so layering clothes is key.
The people in Cusco are generally friendly and welcoming to visitors. Many speak Quechua, the native language, as well as Spanish. You will find that tourism is a significant part of the local economy.
This tour is suitable for a wide range of ages, from children to seniors, as long as participants are comfortable with walking at historical sites. There are no age restrictions for this tour.
Is an airport transfer included? Yes, transfers from and to Cusco airport are included as part of your tour package.
What kind of hotel will I stay in? Accommodation is typically in a standard hotel in Cusco. Details will be provided upon booking.
How much walking is involved on the tour? You will be walking at archaeological sites and during the city tour. The amount is moderate, suitable for most fitness levels.
Will I have free time during the tour? Yes, on Day 1, you will have a free morning before the city tour. There will also be some free time during site visits.
Is food included in the tour price? No, meals are not included. You will need to budget for your own food and drinks.
What is the best way to get to Machu Picchu from Cusco? The tour includes a train journey from Cusco (or a nearby station like Ollantaytambo) to Aguas Calientes, followed by a bus ride to the Machu Picchu site.
Is the guide with me for the entire tour? A professional guide will accompany you for the city tour on Day 1 and the Machu Picchu tour on Day 2.
What is the altitude in Cusco, and how can I prepare for it? Cusco is at an altitude of 3,399 meters (11,152 feet). It’s recommended to take it easy on your first day, drink plenty of water, and avoid alcohol to help with acclimatization.
Are entrance fees to sites included? Yes, all entrance tickets for the sites mentioned in the itinerary, including Machu Picchu, are included.
What should I do if I need to change my itinerary? Any changes to the itinerary should be discussed with the tour operator directly.
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