Explore the essence of Peru in only four days! Immerse yourself in the rich history of Cusco, admire the magnificent landscapes of the Sacred Valley, and behold the majesty of Machu Picchu. Let the magic of the Incan Empire captivate your soul as you embark on a voyage where ancient customs meet breathtaking landscapes. Reserve immediately for an unforgettable 4D/3N experience!

Best of Cusco, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu Tour 4D/3N

Explore the best of Cusco, the Sacred Valley, and Machu Picchu in the early morning and return on the exclusive panoramic trains. This 4-day tour allows you to see Cusco's highlights in a short time while staying at exclusive hotels.

Tour Highlights:

  • Explore the best of Cusco, Sacsayhuaman, and the 4 ruins
  • Discover the Sacred Valley, including Maras & Moray
  • Early morning tour in Machu Picchu to enjoy the sunrise
  • Exclusive hotels in Cusco and Machu Picchu Pueblo
  • Book with Confidence and Flexibility

Itinerary at a glance:

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

TreXperience will pick you up from the airport in Cusco and transfer you to the hotel. Afternoon City Tour visiting Plaza de Armas, important streets, Koricancha, Sacsayhuaman, Quenqo, Tambomachay, Pucapuacra, and Cristo Blanco. Spend the night in Cusco.

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

After Breakfast in your hotel, your tour guide will pick you up at 7:00 am to drive to the Sacred Valley and visit Awancancha, Pisac Inca Site, Pisac Market, Maras, Moray, Salineras, Ollantaytambo, and finally, take the train to Aguas Calientes and spend the night in a hotel.

  • Day 3: Machu Picchu – Cusco (Full day)

Board the first buses to Machu Picchu to enjoy the sunrise. Your guide will show you the best of Machu Picchu on a 3-4 hour guided tour; then, you can explore or hike Huayna Picchu or Montaña. Later in the afternoon, you will return by train and bus to Cusco.

  • Day 4: Transfer out (At any time)

After Breakfast in your hotel, you will be transferred to the airport or bus station.


Included:

  • Airport transfers
  • Cusco city tour
  • Sacred Valley with Maras Moray
  • Machu early morning tour
  • Entrance fees to all the places we visit
  • Professional Local Tour Guide
  • 2 nights 3-star hotel in Cusco
  • 1 night 3-star hotel in Machu Picchu Pueblo
  • 3 Breakfast in hotels
  • Lunch and Dinner on day 2
  • Round-trip train tickets
  • Bus up and down to Machu Picchu
  • Entrance To Machu Picchu
  • All taxes and booking fees

Not Included:

  • Huayna Picchu Mountain tickets
  • Machu Picchu Montaña tickets
  • Travel Insurance
  • Flights

Additional hikes after the guided tour in Machu Picchu:

Trip Itinerary

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

We will pick you up from the Cusco airport and transfer you to your hotel in the heart of Cusco. After checking in, you can spend the rest of the day relaxing (we recommend arriving in Cusco early in the morning). At 1:00 p.m., your tour guide will meet you at your hotel to begin exploring the city of Cusco, the capital of the great Inca Empire, set against the backdrop of the majestic Andes Mountains.

Highlights of the tour include the Plaza de Armas, where the most important buildings are located, like the cathedral of Cusco, notable streets and neighborhoods, the famous 12-angled stone, Loreto Street, and the Coricancha. From there, we'll drive to visit iconic sites such as Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Puca Pucara, Tambomachay, and Cristo Blanco. The tour is expected to conclude around 5:30 p.m. when we'll return to the city.

  • Tour duration: half-day
  • Entrance fee: Included in all places we visit.
  • Meals are not included.
  • Hotel: 3-star hotel San Agustin or Similar

Día 2: Sacred Valley – Maras Moray – Aguas Calientes (Full day)

At 7:00 a.m., you will be collected up from your Cusco hotel and driven to the Awanacancha Alpaca Center. Learn more about the South American camelids llamas, alpacas, vicuas, and guanacos. The next 20 minutes will be spent traveling to Mirador Taray, from which you will have panoramic views of the Sacred Valley. The next stop on our journey is the Pisac Inca site and the Local Market, where we will immerse ourselves in the vibrant indigenous market and engage in active bargaining.

We will continue through the Sacred Valley to Urubamba. Here, we will enjoy a buffet lunch at a local restaurant, savoring the region's vibrant flavors.

After lunch, our driver takes us to the circular terraces of Moray, which cast light on Inca agricultural techniques. We then travel to Maras and the Salineras of Maras, where the ancient Inca tradition of salt harvesting is still practiced. Ollantaytambo is commonly referred to as "The Last Living Inca Town." This ancient settlement is home to some of the most pristine Inca architectural masterpieces.

We will board a train heading to Aguas Calientes (also known as Machu Picchu Pueblo) after dinner in Ollantaytambo. We will spend the night in a local hotel, preparing for the upcoming excursions.

  • Duration: Full day
  • Entrance fee: Included in all places we visit.
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included.
  • Hotel: Susanna INN or similar

Day 3: Machu Picchu – Cusco (Full Day)

On our final day, we will wake up very early to prepare for the most amazing day at Machu Picchu—the Lost City of the Incas. After breakfast, we will head directly to the queue and wait for one of the first buses to arrive at Machu Picchu before sunrise.

Your tour guide will take you on a 2–3 hour comprehensive guided tour of the city, exploring the best terraces, temples, and palaces before leaving you to explore on your own or climb Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain (which must be booked as far in advance as possible). After Machu Picchu, you will return on the Expedition Train back to Ollantaytambo and a private van back to Cusco, arriving at approximately 7:30 p.m.

  • Duration: Full day
  • Meals: Breakfast
  • Entrance fee: Included in all places we visit.
  • Other Meals: Excluded
  • Hotel: San Agustin or Similar

Day 4: Transfer out (At any time)

After breakfast in your hotel, you will be transferred to the airport or bus station.

Price of the Best of Cusco 4 days and 3 nights tour

Price per person: 

  • From US$ 650

To book the Machu Picchu Tour, you need to make an initial payment of US$ 200 per person; the remaining balance can be paid online or at our office in Cusco with any card and without booking fees. 


Student Discount: 

  • US$ 40 off

All travelers under 17 have a $40 discount. If you are 25 years old or under when traveling, you can get the discount with your Student ID. Please send us an email to receive a code for the discount.

Valid Student ID for Machu Picchu

To get the student discount, travelers should have a Valid ID with the following:

  • 25 years or less at the time of entering Machu Picchu. Older than 25 can not enter as a student
  • The ID must have the Name of the university, name, and photo of the student
  • The ID must have a valid expiration date

Machu Picchu Valid Student ID TreXperience

Invalid Student IDs

Student IDs are not eligible for a discount when:

  • Traveler is older than 25
  • Expired ID
  • Student ID without expiration date
  • ISIC cards are not valid. 

Invalid student ID for Machu Picchu TreXperience

 


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