Machupicchu, Sacred Valley & City Tour Cusco: 6 Day Private Premium Experience

  • 5.0
  • Package 1
  • Easy

Overview

Discover the essence of the Andes through a carefully designed journey that blends history, culture, and comfort.

Explore Cusco’s most iconic destinations, from Chinchero, Moray, and the Maras Salt Mines to Ollantaytambo, as well as the remarkable Inca sites of Qoricancha, Sacsayhuamán, Qenqo, Puca Pucara, and Tambomachay, culminating in the unforgettable experience of Machu Picchu.

This private experience offers a seamless balance between guided exploration and personal time, ensuring a relaxed and enriching journey throughout.

Included

  • Private airport transfers
  • Private transportation throughout the program
  • Professional bilingual private guide
  • All entrance tickets to the sites listed in the itinerary.
  • Shuttle buses in Machu Picchu
  • Standard train to Aguas Calientes
  • Panoramic train return to Cusco with cultural show
  • 24/7 customer support

Not Included

  • Accommodation (can be added upon request)
  • Meals (can be added upon request)
  • Domestic flights
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal expenses

Upgrades

Enhance your journey with carefully selected experiences:

  • Huayna Picchu Mountain hike
    The iconic peak overlooking Machu Picchu, offering a unique view.
    Steep ascent; recommended for ages 15+. Subject to availability.
  • Hiram Bingham luxury train
    A premium train experience with gourmet dining and live music.
  • Add a selection of 3 to 5-star hotels, featuring prestigious and internationally renowned brands such as Belmond, Marriott, and other world-class properties.
  • Add meals at carefully selected high-end restaurants with excellent TripAdvisor ratings

All upgrades are arranged in advance. Your itinerary is thoughtfully curated to incorporate these services, ensuring a seamless and refined travel experience

Policies

Modifications

  • Depending on the timing of the request, our team will assist you and provide an updated quotation based on the services that allow modifications. Please note that:
  • Machu Picchu entrance tickets are non-modifiable once issued and must be purchased again in case of any change, as per official regulations.
  • Hotel reservations may be modified up to 32 days prior to travel, in accordance with the provider’s policies. After this period, changes are considered a cancellation.
  • Cancellations made more than 32 days in advance
    No additional charges apply. Only the initial deposit is retained, as it is used to secure permits, entrance tickets, and train services.
  • Cancellations made 32 days or less before departure
    The total cost is non-refundable.

Requeriments

A good general level of fitness is recommended. This journey involves light to moderate walking, including approximately 2 hours of exploration within Machu Picchu, along stone paths, steps, and uneven terrain.

Recommended For:

  • All ages
  • Families and couples
  • First-time visitors
  • Travelers who prefer a relaxed pace

Not Recommended For:

  • Travelers seeking intense hiking or adventure experiences

itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Cusco

Airport Pick-Up in Cusco (3,399 m / 11,152 ft above sea level) Upon arrival, you will be welcomed by our team.
Transfer to Hotel in Cusco or Urubamba (2,871 m / 9,419 ft above sea level) Travel time: 20 minutes to Cusco / 2 hours to Urubamba You will be transferred to your hotel in Cusco or the Sacred Valley. This day is reserved for rest and acclimatization.

Day 2: Sacred Valley (Maras & Moray)

Hotel Pick-Up Your day begins with a morning pick-up from your hotel.
Transfer to Moray (3,500 m / 11,483 ft above sea level) Travel time: 1 hour from Urubamba / 1 hour 30 minutes from Cusco Visit Moray, an ancient Inca agricultural laboratory.
Transfer to Maras Salt Mines (3,380 m / 11,089 ft above sea level) Travel time: 30 minutes from Moray Explore the Maras Salt Mines, a network of salt ponds used since pre-Inca times, where mineral-rich water is naturally evaporated to produce salt.
Return to Hotel in Urubamba (2,871 m / 9,419 ft above sea level) Travel time: 1 hour from Maras This evening, you will stay overnight in Urubamba.
Day 3: Machu Picchu Experience
Hotel Pick-Up Your day begins with a morning pick-up from your hotel.
Transfer to Ollantaytambo Train Station (2,792 m / 9,160 ft above sea level) Travel time: 30 minutes
Train to Aguas Calientes (2,040 m / 6,693 ft above sea level) Travel time: 1 hour 45 minutes Upon arrival, lunch will be arranged.
Ascent & Visit to Machu Picchu (2,430 m / 7,972 ft above sea level) Travel time: 30 minutes The ascent is operated by official shared buses authorized by the state. Explore Machu Picchu, an iconic Inca citadel set high in the Andes, renowned for its history and breathtaking scenery.
Return to Hotel Depending on your hotel location: guests at the Belmond Sanctuary Lodge remain at Machu Picchu, while others descend to Aguas Calientes by bus (30 minutes). Belmond Sanctuary Lodge (2,430 m / 7,972 ft above sea level) Hotel in Aguas Calientes (2,040 m / 6,693 ft above sea level)
Day 4: Sacred Valley (Ollantaytambo & Chinchero)
Hotel Pick-Up and Transfer to Train Station Your tour begins according to your hotel location: Belmond Sanctuary Lodge: Descent by bus from Machu Picchu Travel time: 30 minutes. Hotel in Aguas Calientes: Short walk to the train station
Train to Ollantaytambo, Lunch & Guided Visit (2,792 m / 9,160 ft above sea level) Travel time: 1 hour 45 minutes Upon arrival, after your return train journey, continue with lunch followed by a guided visit to Ollantaytambo, a well-preserved Inca town.
Transfer to Chinchero (3,762 m / 12,343 ft above sea level) Travel time: 1 hour Visit Chinchero, a traditional Andean village known for its textile heritage.
Transfer to Cusco & Arrival at Hotel (3,399 m / 11,152 ft above sea level) Travel time: 1 hour This evening, you will stay overnight in Cusco.
Day 5: Cusco City Tour
Hotel Pick-Up Your day begins with a morning pick-up from your hotel.
Transfer to Qoricancha (3,399 m / 11,152 ft above sea level) Travel time: 15 minutes The former Temple of the Sun, once the most important religious site of the Inca Empire.
Transfer to Sacsayhuamán (3,701 m / 12,142 ft above sea level) Travel time: 20 minutes An impressive Inca ceremonial complex, famous for its massive stone walls and panoramic views.
Return to Hotel (3,399 m / 11,152 ft above sea level) Travel time: 20 minutes This evening, you will stay overnight in Cusco.
Day 6: Departure
Hotel Pick-Up At the scheduled time, you will be picked up from your hotel.
Transfer to Airport (3,399 m / 11,152 ft above sea level) You will be transferred to the airport for your departure flight.End of the Journey

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Planning your experience is simple and seamless

1. Get in touch

Reach out to us through our website, WhatsApp, or email and let us know how you would like to enhance your journey.

2. Share your plans

Our team will review your itinerary and carefully assess how each experience can be incorporated into your program.

3. Receive your proposal

We will confirm availability and present a personalized adjustment to your itinerary, integrating the selected experiences where possible.

4. Secure your experience

Once availability is confirmed, your reservation will be secured. For dining experiences at Central, full payment is required at the time of booking due to limited availability and will be added to your initial deposit.

5. Final confirmation

Every detail will be aligned with your itinerary, and final confirmation will be provided once arrangements are completed.