City tour & Machu Picchu 2 Days

Begin your connection to the Andean world and cultural show in Cusco and at the great citadel of Machu Picchu (2,400m/7907ft), catch yourself as you travel back in time to this magical place, sacred and mysterious, with the name of Machu-Picchu, “The Old Sacred Mountain.”  Take your time exploring the majestic Machu Picchu, the Incan ruins rich in history of its past and the thriving culture of the people who once resided there.

• CUSCO ALTITUDE:3350m/11022 ft
• CLIMATE: Hot and sunny by day and cold by night
• DRY SEASON: April to October
• RAINY SEASON: November to March

DAY 1: CUSCO CITY TOUR – SACSAYWAMAN – NEARBY RUINS

Upon your arrival to Cusco you will be welcomed by our representative and transferred to your hotel. There you will receive a short briefing having the rest of the morning at your leisure to rest and acclimatize to the altitude.

In the afternoon at 1pm, we will pick you up at your hotel and we will start our visit of the Imperial Cusco City, a living example of the mix of Andean and Spanish cultures. Then we continue our journey visiting the Santo Domingo Convent built over the Koricancha, as well as the ancient Inca Palace and the main worship center of the Sun God. You will have time to enjoy these beautiful sights; after we proceed to visit the archaeological site of Sacsayhuaman with its military Inca architecture which dominates the city.

Finally we go to the archaeological sites of Qenqo, Pucapucara and Tambomachay, located in the north east of the city.  We take you back to your hotel in the early evening.

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Day 2: Cusco – Machu Picchu – Cusco

Wake up early to rise to a new day of adventure and mindfulness sharing the day with our majestic Machu Picchu. We pick you up at your hotel 5:40am or 6:30am then drive in our private van to Poroy-Cusco Train Station to leave at 6.43am Expedition Train or Vistadome 7:35am.

Travel through the alpine meadows nestled amongst the green brown and white peaks, the intricately formed valleys, layers of handmade Inca farming terraces, ridgid snowcapped mountains and sub-tropical jungle near the Amazon, from Ollantaytambo the sacred Vilcanota river will be our companion until arrival at Aguas Calientes.

Your guide will meet you at the train station and transfer you to Machu Picchu on the shuttle.  (2040mt/7907ft). Following in the ancient and remote footsteps of the Lost City of the Incas, listen carefully the 2 hours of guided tour and cultural exchange of the history of Machu Picchu. You will then be gifted with free time to explore, take photos, or hike to the Sun Gate. Returning to Aguas Calientes, there is time for a leisurely lunch and to catch the afternoon 4:43pm or 5:23pm board the Vistadome Train to the Poroy Station (Cusco) or Expedition at 4:22pm, to Ollantaytambo for the return trip to Cusco.  You will take private transportation back to your hotel in Cusco arriving at about 8:45pm.

• Meals: Breakfast, Snacks, on the Train

EXTRA HIKES

• Hiking up to the Sun Gate (Inti Punku): It takes 2hour round trip hike from where you may enjoy the amazing angle view of Machu Picchu (no fee).
• Inca Bridge: It is a 50minutes round trip walk from the citadel, great views (no fee).

Accomodation: Hotel in Aguas calientes

Meals: Breakfast

Day 3: DEPARTURE FROM CUSCO

After having breakfast at the hotel, enjoy your remaining time in Cusco city; then in the afternoon we will drop off at the airport to take your plane back to Lima.

• Meal: Breakfast

WHAT IS INCLUDED

• Pick up at your hotel.
• Entrances to the Inca Cities and Archeological Sites
• Private transportation
• Vistadome Train Poroy (Cusco) to Aguas Calientes or Expedition Ollantaytambo to Aguas Caliente
• Vistadome or Expedition Train Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo
• Hotel accommodations in Cusco
• Meals as indicated in the itinerary
• Roundtrip bus ticket Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu
• Entrance fees to Machu Picchu
• English speaking guide

WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED

• Meals not included in itinerary
• Entrance fee to the hot springs of Aguas Calientes (20 soles)
• Tips for your guide
• Students with ISIC CARD: US$25. Please send us a copy of your ISIC at the time of booking.
• Under 18 years old: US$30 Please send us a copy of your passport at the time of booking.
• Under 11 years old: US$40 Please send us a copy of your passport at the time of booking.

WHAT TO BRING

• A small backpack or carry bag (larger not allowed on the train or in Machu Picchu)
• A change of clothing
• Comfortable shoes or runners
• Camera
• Water to drink
• Rain jacket or poncho
• A fleece or jacket,
• Basic toiletries,
• Sunscreen,
• Insect repellent for mosquitoes
• Hat for the sun
• Some extra money for lunch, snacks and souvenirs
• Original passport (cannot enter Machu Picchu without it)
• ISIC Card if applicable.
• Bathing clothes for the hot springs (optional)

EXTRAS

• Huayna Picchu Climb: US$45. This will need to be booked in advance, let us know about it at the time of booking.
• Machu Picchu Mountain: US$40.  This will need to be booked in advance, let us know about it at the time of booking.
• Upgrade to Vistadome Train: US$67 – Aguas Calientes to Poroy (Cusco) at 4:43pm.
• Upgrade Hotel – 3 star US$50. (Can upgrade to 4 or 5 star also)
• Single Supplement: US$30 2* for single travelers

PRICE – USD $499 per person with Expedition Train

• All entrance fees are included and we operate our tours in small groups averaging 5 persons with a maximum of 10!

DISCOUNTS

• Students with ISIC CARD: US$25. Please send us a copy of your ISIC at the time of booking.
• Under 18 years old: US$30 Please send us a copy of your passport at the time of booking.
• Under 11 years old: US$40 Please send us a copy of your passport at the time of booking.