Traditional Cusco 4D/3N
Traditional Cusco Tour 4D/3N
The Traditional Cusco 4D/3N is one of the most complete packages to discover the very best of the former capital of the Inca Empire.
Over four days, you will enjoy experiences filled with culture, archaeology, nature, and one of the wonders of the world: Machu Picchu.
You will visit iconic places such as Qorikancha, Sacsayhuaman, the Sacred Valley, Ollantaytambo, Aguas Calientes, and the impressive Inca Citadel.
An ideal program for those who wish to discover the essential and must-see highlights of Cusco.
Schedule
Day 1: City Tour + Transfer
Day 2: VIP Sacred Valley
Day 3: Machu Picchu
Day 4: Airport transfer
📍 Location: Cusco – Sacred Valley – Machu Picchu
🕒 Duration: 4 days / 3 nights
🗣 Available languages: Spanish and English
Places you will visit on this tour
- Qoricancha (optional)
- Sacsayhuaman
- Qenqo
- Puka Pukara
- Tambomachay
- Chinchero
- Moray
- Maras Salt Mines
- Ollantaytambo
- Aguas Calientes
- Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu
What makes this tour special?
- ⭐ It combines history, culture, archaeology, and nature.
- ⭐ It includes Machu Picchu + Sacred Valley + City Tour in a single package.
- ⭐ Perfect for a complete first visit to Cusco.
Itinerary of the Traditional Cusco Tour 4D/3N
🕒 Duration: 4 days / 3 nights
🗣 Available languages: Spanish and English
Detailed itinerary
Day 01
Pick-up + City Tour
Tour start: Afternoon schedule.
Transfer: Pick-up at the airport and transfer to the hotel.
Transfer to the hotel: Upon arrival in Cusco, you will be transferred to your hotel to rest and acclimatize.
Cusco City Tour – Route
Qorikancha (optional): Tour of the legendary Temple of the Sun, considered the most sacred enclosure of the Inca Empire.
Sacsayhuaman: Visit to this impressive complex with enormous megalithic walls.
Qenqo: Exploration of this ceremonial chamber carved into rock.
Puka Pukara: Archaeological site that served as a military control post.
Tambomachay: Temple of water and place of worship dedicated to this vital element. The tour ends at Tambomachay, from where we will return to Cusco’s Historic Center.
Pick-up + hotel transfer + City Tour (optional Qorikancha, Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Puka Pukara, and Tambomachay)
Day 02
Sacred Valley – Aguas Calientes
Schedule: 6:45 a.m. – 7:15 a.m. (approximate pick-up).
Chinchero: Visit to the textile center and archaeological complex.
Moray: Circular terraces used for agricultural experimentation.
Maras Salt Mines: Pre-Inca salt mines with more than 4,000 pools.
Lunch in Urubamba: Andean buffet (approximately 50 minutes).
Ollantaytambo: Inca fortress, water temples, and mystical mountain views.
Tourist train to Aguas Calientes: Transfer from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes, where you will spend the night to continue the adventure the next day.
Sacred Valley (Chinchero, Moray, Maras, Urubamba, Ollantaytambo) + train to Aguas Calientes
Day 03
Machu Picchu
Day route: Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu.
Guided tour: Approximately 2 h 30 min.
Bus ascent to Machu Picchu: 30-minute ride uphill through the mountains.
Guided tour (approx. 2:30 h):
• Temple of the Sun
• Temple of the Condor
• Temple of the Moon
• Sacred Rock
• Intihuatana
• Agricultural sector and viewpoints
Free time: To take photographs and enjoy the sanctuary.
Return by bus: Descent to Aguas Calientes, with free time for lunch, a walk around town, or rest.
Return by train: Journey to Ollantaytambo and final transfer to Cusco.
Bus ascent + guided tour in Machu Picchu + return to Cusco (train + tourist transportation)
Day 04
Airport transfer
Schedule: Flexible according to your flight.
Transfer: Our team will pick you up at your hotel and take you to Cusco Airport with the necessary lead time for your return flight.
This day concludes your Traditional Cusco 4D/3N experience.
Hotel pick-up + airport transfer (according to flight schedule)
Note: Times are for reference only. They are reconfirmed one day in advance.
Included and Not Included – Traditional Cusco 4D/3N
What’s included
Day 1: Pick-up + City Tour
- Transfer: Airport – Hotel.
- Transport: Tourist transportation for the City Tour.
- Professional Guide: Spanish / English.
- Entrance tickets: Tourist Ticket (Archaeological Sites).
- Safety: First Aid Kit.
Day 2: Sacred Valley – Aguas Calientes
- Transport: Tourist transportation for the Sacred Valley.
- Professional Guide: Spanish / English.
- Entrance tickets: Tourist Ticket (Pisac, Ollantaytambo).
- Meals: Buffet lunch in Urubamba.
- Tourist Train: Ollantaytambo → Aguas Calientes.
Day 3: Machu Picchu
- Consettur Bus: Up and down (Aguas Calientes ↔ Machu Picchu).
- Professional Guide: Guided tour in the citadel.
- Entrance: Machu Picchu (Classic Circuit 2 – subject to availability).
- Tourist Train: Return Aguas Calientes → Ollantaytambo.
- Transfer: Ollantaytambo → Cusco.
Day 4: Farewell
- Final Transfer: Hotel – Airport.
- Service: Ongoing assistance.
Not included
- Airfare (domestic or international).
- Accommodation (hotels in Cusco and Aguas Calientes).
- Dinners, drinks, and meals not mentioned.
- Tips.
- Travel insurance.
- Anything not clearly specified in the program.
Entry to Machu Picchu (Circuit 2) is in very high demand. Booking at least 1 or 2 months in advance is recommended.
Additional Details
Recommendations
- Book at least 48 hours in advance.
- Machu Picchu is subject to availability.
- Acclimatize at least 1 day in advance.
- Shared group service.
- No changes are allowed once the tickets have been issued.
What to bring
- Warm clothing
- Sunscreen
- Hat and gloves
- Water bottle
- Camera
Cancellation policy
- Cancellations made 30 days in advance: 50% refund.
- No changes or refunds are accepted once the entrance tickets have been issued.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Traditional Cusco 4D/3N Tour
What is included in the Traditional Cusco 4D/3N package?
The tour includes airport–hotel–airport transfers, official tour guide service, tourist transportation for all excursions,
the General Tourist Ticket, Machu Picchu entrance ticket, tourist train service,
Consettur buses, and permanent assistance.
What is not included in this tour?
It does not include flights, entrance to the Cathedral and Qorikancha (optional), dinners, drinks, travel insurance,
services not specified in the program, or accommodation nights.
Do I need to purchase the Tourist Ticket separately?
No. The tour already includes the General Tourist Ticket, required for the City Tour
and the Sacred Valley.
What type of transportation is used during the program?
Tourist buses are used for excursions, Expedition or Voyager trains to Aguas Calientes,
and Consettur buses to Machu Picchu.
In which language are the tours conducted?
All tours are available in Spanish and English.
Is acclimatization required before taking this tour?
Yes. It is recommended to be acclimatized for at least 1 day before starting the itinerary,
especially due to the altitude of Cusco and the archaeological sites.
Is this tour suitable for children or older adults?
Yes, it has a moderate difficulty level and is suitable for most travelers.
In areas with stairs (such as Sacsayhuamán or Machu Picchu), it is recommended to move at a relaxed pace.
Is the tour group-based or private?
The regular service is group-based, but it is also possible to request a
private service for an additional cost.
Can dates be modified or tickets changed?
No. Once entrance tickets are issued, especially Machu Picchu tickets,
changes and refunds are not accepted according to official regulations.
What is the cancellation policy?
• Cancellations made 30 days in advance: 50% refund.
• No refunds for issued tickets.
• No changes are allowed for Machu Picchu entrance tickets.
What should I bring for this program?
Recommended:
• Warm clothing
• Sunscreen
• Hat and gloves
• Water bottle
• Camera
• ID document or passport
From: $285.00
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