Cusco 3 Days Tour Package

ITINERARY

Day 1: Sacred Valley Tour with Connection to Aguas Calientes

We will begin our first day early, between 6:20 and 6:50 AM., with a pickup from our hotel in Cusco. We will travel through the Sacred Valley, one of the most fertile and culturally rich regions of the Andes. Our first stop will be Chinchero, where we will visit a traditional community and learn about the Andean textile process at the Interpretation Center.

Next, we will explore the archaeological site of Moray, an Inca agricultural laboratory with impressive circular terraces. We will continue to the colonial town of Maras and visit its famous salt mines, which have more than 3,000 salt pools still in use today. We will then travel to Urubamba and enjoy a delicious buffet lunch surrounded by beautiful valley views.

In the afternoon, we will reach Ollantaytambo, an Inca town that preserves its original urban layout. We will explore the archaeological site and its massive stone terraces before boarding our train at 3:37 PM. or 4:36 PM. for a scenic 1.5-hour journey to Aguas Calientes. Upon arrival, our staff will meet us and guide us to our hotel for the night, providing details about our visit to Machu Picchu.

Day 1 Statistics:
Distance traveled: 150 km
Highest altitude: 3,762 meters above sea level (Chinchero)
Lowest altitude: 2,040 meters above sea level (Ollantaytambo)
Route: Cusco – Chinchero – Moray – Maras – Urubamba – Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes
Difficulty: Easy to moderate

Day 2: Machu Picchu Tour – The Lost City of the Incas

We will start our day at 8:00 AM. as our guide picks us up from the hotel in Aguas Calientes. And take a 25-minute bus ride to reach Machu Picchu, located at 2,430 meters above sea level. Once inside, our professional guide will lead us through a 3-hour guided tour of the ancient citadel, following the main circuit.

We will visit the most important areas, such as the Temple of the Sun, the Intihuatana, and the Sacred Plaza. Throughout the tour, we will learn about the history, architecture, and spiritual importance of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. After the visit, we will return to Aguas Calientes for lunch at a local restaurant and have free time to explore the artisan market or relax by the river.

Later in the afternoon, we will head to the train station to take the 2:30 PM or 2:55 PM train back to Ollantaytambo. Our private driver will meet us there and drive us back to Cusco, arriving around 7:00 PM.

Day 2 Statistics:
Distance traveled: 180 km
Highest altitude: 3,399 meters above sea level (Cusco)
Lowest altitude: 2,040 meters above sea level (Aguas Calientes)
Route: Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Ollantaytambo – Cusco
Difficulty: Easy

Day 3: Rainbow Mountain Tour – Vinicunca Adventure

We will begin our Rainbow Mountain Tour between 4:00 and 4:45 AM. with pickup from our hotel. We will travel south for 1 hour and 30 minutes to Cusipata, where we will enjoy a delicious buffet breakfast. Then, we will continue for another hour until reaching Fullawasipata, the starting point of our hike.

Our guide will provide safety instructions before we begin our 1.5-hour ascent to Vinicunca, the famous Rainbow Mountain. We will walk through stunning Andean landscapes filled with alpacas, llamas, and local communities. Once at the summit, we will enjoy breathtaking views at 5,200 meters above sea level and take time for photos.

We will then begin our descent to the starting point, followed by a buffet lunch in Cusipata. In the afternoon, we will drive back to Cusco, arriving around 4:00 PM., completing this incredible three-day adventure through the Andes.

Day 3 Statistics:
Distance traveled: 140 km
Highest altitude: 5,200 meters above sea level (Rainbow Mountain)
Lowest altitude: 3,310 meters above sea level (Cusipata)
Route: Cusco – Cusipata – Fullawasipata – Rainbow Mountain – Cusco
Difficulty: Moderate to challenging