4 Day Machu Picchu Tour
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4 Day Machu Picchu Tour, The Best Tour Package by Local Guides
Explore the best of Cusco, the Sacred Valley, and the famed UNESCO site – Machupicchu on this amazing 4-Day Guided Express Tour.
Embark on this exciting 4-day Machu Picchu Tour, and make sure you don’t miss experiencing all of Peru’s top destinations. Don’t let limited time stop you from visiting the magnificent Machu Picchu! Start your adventure exploring the fascinating city of Cusco – a mix of colonial and ancient architecture, by visiting the must-do places within the city’s historical center and the surrounding sites.
Journey through the Sacred Valley toward the famous Machu Picchu citadel, visiting amazing sites such as Chinchero, Moray, the salt mines of Maras, and Ollantaytambo. Complete your adventure by spending a day on a private guided tour to Machu Picchu with our expert local guide be amazed by the stunning scenery of the surrounding mountains as Wayna Picchu mountain.
This is a perfect tour for first-time visitors, couples, and small groups; especially for travelers with limited time in Peru, it is also great for business travelers in Lima, those attending special events and cruise ship passengers who are willing to make the best use of their limited time in Peru.
Why you will love this tour
- In just four days, you will see the iconic sites in Peru, including the famous Sacred Valley, the new7wonder of the world – Machu Picchu, and the colonial Cusco city.
- This exclusive 4-Day itinerary introduces you to the history of the Incas and the local culture as you explore the beautiful Sacred Valley, Cusco and Machu Picchu.
- Enjoy a personalized guided tour of one of the New7Wonders of the World and capture photos from prime vantage points and meet the local residents – the Llamas
- We don’t follow the crowds, while we include the must-see highlights in this tour; we make every effort to avoid most of the crowds.
- This is a private tour experience so you enjoy a personal experience, go at your own pace, and be able to talk to your guide, ask questions, and be involved during the tour.
Trip Details
- Tour Type: Private Tour
- Start: Cusco Airport (We can also start from Lima Airport)
- Finish: Cusco Airport
- Pick-up Time: We recommend arriving in Cusco before midday on Day 1
- Duration: 04 Days
- Mode: Private car, Train, Walking
- Difficulty: MODERATE, you don’t need to be super-fit, although there is quite a lot of walking on trails with altitudes above 3700 meters above sea level (12100 feet) as well as there will be many stone-made steps up and down.
- Customizable: YES! Feel free to contact us to customize this tour, add-ons are all available. We are happy to adjust this tour to fit your interests and travel timeframe.
ITINERARY
Day 1. Best of Cusco city tour (4 Hours)
Morning:
- Upon your arrival, we will meet you at Cusco Airport and will transport you to your comfortable Hotel in the Cusco city’s historical center. Spend the rest of the morning relaxing at your Hotel to acclimate to the altitude. We recommend resting at your hotel for a couple of hours and having a light lunch before joining our guided tour that will introduce you to the local history, culture, and food.
Afternoon: Guided Tour
- We will start off with a walking tour, visiting the Plaza the Armas – Cusco’s town square. There are a variety of times during the tour when we find ourselves focusing on the Inca walls of Cusco, searching for the seven snakes of Siete Culebras, admiring the famous 12-angled stone of Hatunrumiyoc, or for the shape of the puma at Inca Roca.
- Next, to the vibrant San Pedro Market. It’s always a popular stop with guests to Cusco not just because of its vibrant colors and activity but also for the insight it provides into local life.
- Then, visit one of the most impressive Inca temples, the Qorikancha – the Incan Temple of the Sun. This was once the most sacred Temple in Cusco, dedicated to the supreme Inca deity – The Sun God.
- Lastly and surely one of the most impressive, explore Sacsayhuaman, the Royal House of the Sun, and one of the greatest stone monuments in Incan architecture.
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Day 2. Best of Sacred Valley Tour
- Pick up from your Hotel will be later@7.30 AM.
- We will first visit Chinchero, A small town famous for its spectacular mountain views, the traditional textile weaving cooperatives, and the well-preserved Inkan ruins. At the end of the tour, we will drive to your Hotel
- By midmorning, We will explore the amazing Agriculture Terraces of Moray, believed to be an elaborate agricultural laboratory, and the famous Salt Mines of Maras, where locals obtain Salt from a local subterranean water stream.
- By midday, we will make a stop at a local restaurant for a deserved lunch (Lunch is NOT included in the price)
- Finally, after lunch, visit the Inca town of Ollantaytambo and explore the fascinating megalithic Ruins, learn about Inca culture and explore the local handcraft market along the way.
- At the end of the tour, we will end this tour at the Train Station in Ollantaytambo so we take the early evening Train to Machu Picchu Town (A.K.A. Aguas Calientes) at 7 PM
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Day 3. Machu Picchu Guided Tour
- Get ready for your private guided tour of Machu Picchu!
- Early in the morning, you will meet your Guide at your Hotel lobby, he will show you the way to the bus station and hop on the shuttle bus up to Machu Picchu Park. Your private guide will accompany you to the Guard House at Machu Picchu where you’ll get the best view of this World Wonder, as well as an extended tour and explanation of the history, surrounding areas, and the sacred legend of Machu Picchu.
- Following your private tour (optional and subject to availability at extra cost) you can join us on the Hike to Huaynapicchu Mountain. Then, return to Aguas Calientes and have time for lunch
- Finally, you’ll begin your journey back to Ollantaytambo or Cusco.
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Day 4. Departure Day.
- You can depart Cusco City at any time during the day and connect to your international flight or cruise ship. We will provide a transfer to the Airport.
- You can extend your trip by one extra day and choose from additional activities such as making a day trip to the Rainbow Mountains, immersing yourself in local culture, taking a cooking class to learn about traditional Peruvian cuisine, or embarking on a day hike to Humantay Lake for a breathtaking natural experience. This allows you to further customize your itinerary and make the most out of your trip to the Cusco region.
Note on the Itinerary
While we strive to adhere to the schedule outlined above, please note that this itinerary is subject to change due to factors beyond our control. These factors may include incidents at the trip location, strikes, political disputes, severe weather, flight cancellations, and other unforeseeable circumstances. Cusco Local Friend cannot be held responsible for such changes.
In such situations, we may need to adjust our original schedule and provide alternative options to ensure you have a great experience. Please be aware that any additional expenses incurred as a result of these changes will be the sole responsibility of the client and not be covered by Cusco Local Friend.
Included
- Airport transfers (Arrival and Departure)
- Transportation for all tours + pickups and drop-offs
- English-speaking licensed local guide
- Cusco Tour, Sacred Valley, and Machu Picchu Tours are on a private basis
- For the Cusco city Tour: Transportation, Entrance Tickets, and Tour Guide
- For the Sacred Valley Tour: Transportation, Entrance Tickets and Tour Guide
- For the Machu Picchu tour: round trip train tickets, entrance ticket, Shuttle Bus ticket, private Guide
- 3-Night Accommodation in a 3-Star Hotel in Cusco and Aguas Calientes (If you book the Hotel on your own, we will deduct this cost from the tour price)
Not Included
- Meals
- Upgrade to VISTADOME glass-roof train: $70 USD per person for a round-trip ticket
- Entrance ticket to Machu Picchu Mountain/Huayna Picchu (optional and subject to availability) – $70 USD per person
- Gratuities
- Travel Insurance
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What to Expect
Breathtaking views, mild to hot temperatures although kind of windy at some places in the afternoons; mostly sunny days during the months of May, June, July, and August, although some mornings would be a little foggy in Machu Picchu (some days very foggy in the rainy season); Mosquito area (Machu Picchu); Lots of history about the Inca Empire; Friendly English speaking tour guide; Your journey your way!Why Travel with us
Local Knowledge & Expertise
It's great to travel with professional experts from the same destination you are going, that's how you get first-hand information. With deep in-country knowledge, We know the ins and outs of all the logistics, we will ensure you can make the most of your time away.
Personalized Experiences
Your time is precious - we know that. Your experience is our top priority. No big bus groups, No flags to follow! Traveling with a private guide and driver you’ll do what you want, when you want with the freedom to change your plans on the fly.
Friendly Local Guides
Great sights don’t make an amazing tour. Great guides do! Our guides don’t read from a script, we give them the freedom to make each tour their own, and your experience unique. We love what we do and it shows. From the moment you arrive, you'll feel the buzz and excitement that Cusco Local Friend to offer.
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