Machu Picchu vacations 4 days & Cusco Sacred Valley
TRIP SUMMARY
Cusco and Machu Picchu in 4 Days Tour Summary
Live a complete experience through Cusco and Machu Picchu in 4 days, an ideal package for travelers who want to discover the most representative highlights of the Inca world without organizing every detail separately. This tour combines history, culture, Andean landscapes, the train to Machu Picchu, accommodation, professional guiding, and assistance throughout the entire trip.
During the journey, you will visit the imperial city of Cusco, its main archaeological sites, the Sacred Valley of the Incas, the town of Aguas Calientes, and finally the wonderful citadel of Machu Picchu. It is a perfect option if you are traveling from Latin America and looking for a well-organized, safe itinerary with comfortable times to enjoy each destination.
Why choose this tour?
This Cusco and Machu Picchu in 4 days package is ideal because it brings together the most important places in one single experience: Cusco City Tour, Sacred Valley, train journey, overnight stay in Aguas Calientes, and a guided visit to Machu Picchu. In addition, you will have transfers, hotels, entrance tickets, and assistance coordinated by a local team, allowing you to travel with greater peace of mind from your arrival in Cusco.
If you want a more complete experience, you can also combine this trip with similar packages such as Cusco and Machu Picchu in 3 Days or Magical Machu Picchu 5 Days, depending on the time you have available.
Itinerary
Upon your arrival at the Cusco airport, our team will welcome you and transfer you to your hotel. You will have time to rest and acclimatize before starting the city tour. During the City Tour, you will visit important attractions such as the Cusco Cathedral, Qoricancha, Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Puka Pukara, and Tambomachay. At the end, you will return to Cusco to spend the night.
After breakfast, we will begin the journey to the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Along the way, you will enjoy Andean landscapes, natural viewpoints, and traditional villages. We will visit Pisac, its archaeological site, and artisan market. Then we will continue to Urubamba for lunch and later visit Ollantaytambo, one of the most impressive Inca constructions in the valley. In the afternoon, you will board the train to Aguas Calientes, where you will spend the night.
This will be the most special day of the trip. Very early, our guide will accompany you to the bus station to go up to the entrance of Machu Picchu. Once inside, you will take a guided visit through the most important sectors of the citadel, with explanations about its history, architecture, and spiritual meaning. After the tour, you will return to Aguas Calientes and take the train back to Ollantaytambo, where our transportation will take you back to Cusco.
According to your flight schedule, our team will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to the Cusco airport. With this service, your experience through Cusco, the Sacred Valley, and Machu Picchu comes to an end.
Included
- Permanent telephone assistance.
- Transfers from Airport – Hotel – Airport.
- Cusco City Tour: Transportation, guide, and entrance tickets.
- Sacred Valley: Transportation, guide, entrance tickets, and lunch.
- Transfers Hotel in Cusco – Ollantaytambo train station – Hotel in Cusco.
- Train Tickets Ollantaytambo/Poroy – Aguas Calientes – Ollantaytambo.
- Bus ticket Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Aguas Calientes.
- Entrance ticket to Machu Picchu Circuit 2 (subject to availability).
- Professional Guide (English or Spanish).
- Guided of 2h30m in Machu Picchu (English or Spanish).
- 02 hotel night in Cusco (based on double room).
- 01 hotel night in Aguas Calientes (based on double room).
- 03 Breakfast at the hotel.
Not Included
- Meals not mentioned in the inclusions.
- Water and snack.
- Phone calls.
- Any other service not mentioned.
- Travel insurance.
- Tips.
OPTIONAL
Entrance ticket for Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain: an additional USD 75.00 per person (Needs to be booked several months in advance).
Recommendations
- Passport
- Warm clothes
- Wear suitable shoes for walking in Machu Picchu.
- Small backpack, your camera, hat, sunscreen, and mosquito repellent.
- It is only allowed to carry 7 kilos of luggage on the train to Machu Picchu
- Book your tickets to Machu Picchu in advance.
- Personal medications
- Snack and water
- Extra Money, especially Peruvian SOL
Prices
| Group Service | Price | Click to Book |
|---|---|---|
| Price per person in a double room – minimum 2 people | ||
| Expedition or Voyager Train + 2-Star Hotel ⭐⭐ | $529.00 USD | BOOK NOW |
| Expedition or Voyager Train + 3-Star Hotel ⭐⭐⭐ | $589.00 USD | BOOK NOW |
| Expedition or Voyager Train + 4-Star Hotel ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | $631.00 USD | BOOK NOW |
The service includes the Expedition Train or the Voyager Train. If you prefer a panoramic experience, you can upgrade to the Vistadome Train — outbound: Vistadome Observatory / return: regular Vistadome — for an additional US$95.00 per person.
| Private Service | Price | Click to Book |
|---|---|---|
| Price per person in a double room – minimum 2 people | ||
| Tren Vistadome + 3-Star Hotel ⭐⭐⭐ | $779.00 USD | BOOK NOW |
| Tren Vistadome + 4-Star Hotel ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | $831.00 USD | BOOK NOW |
The service includes the Vistadome Train. If you prefer the Hiram Bingham Train, you can upgrade for an additional US$750.00 per person.
More Private Tour Prices
| N° of People | 3-Star Hotel | 4-Star Hotel |
|---|---|---|
| 1 pax | $1032.00 USD BOOK NOW |
$1117.00 USD BOOK NOW |
| 2 pax | $779.00 USD BOOK NOW |
$831.00 USD BOOK NOW |
| 3 pax | $695.00 USD BOOK NOW |
$799.00 USD BOOK NOW |
| 4 pax | $668.00 USD BOOK NOW |
$707.00 USD BOOK NOW |
| 5 pax | $661.00 USD BOOK NOW |
$685.00 USD BOOK NOW |
| 6 pax | $631.00 USD BOOK NOW |
$670.00 USD BOOK NOW |
Frequently Asked Questions
Because we are a local agency in Cusco with experience organizing trips to Machu Picchu and Peru. We offer personalized attention, assistance during your trip, and well-coordinated services so you can enjoy a safe and hassle-free experience.
In addition, we have positive traveler reviews that highlight our punctuality, organization, friendly service, and quality of service.
The package includes transfers, Cusco City Tour, Sacred Valley, train to Machu Picchu, entrance to Machu Picchu, tourist bus in Aguas Calientes, professional guide, hotels, and breakfasts according to the selected category.
Yes. This tour is ideal for travelers from Mexico and Latin America because it brings together the most important places in Cusco and Machu Picchu in a comfortable, organized itinerary with local assistance.
Yes, the package includes entrance to Machu Picchu according to availability. It is recommended to book in advance, especially during high season.
The itinerary includes 3 nights of accommodation: 2 nights in Cusco and 1 night in Aguas Calientes, according to the selected hotel category.
Yes. The package may include Expedition or Voyager train, and it can also be upgraded to a panoramic train such as Vistadome with an additional cost, according to availability.
Yes, the tour is suitable for children. However, parents should consider the amount of walking and the uneven terrain in Machu Picchu. It is recommended to bring additional food and drinks for children.
The difficulty is easy to moderate. The tour does not require long hikes, but it is important to acclimatize well to Cusco’s altitude and walk calmly during the visits.
We offer the option of private tours, which can be customized according to your preferences. If you have specific requests for our 4-day Machu Picchu tours, contact us in advance to adjust the itinerary.
Types of Train
The regular train service to Macchu Picchu, called Expedition is a basic tourist train, with all the comfort and view of incredible landscapes to make your trip an unforgettable experience. It has bathrooms and attention onboard by a highly trained staff.
Vistadome train service is a good alternative if you are looking to enjoy the incredible landscapes on the way to Machu Picchu to the fullest, with panoramic windows that will make sure you do not miss any detail of the beautiful surrounding ecosystem, along with a mix of snacks, drinks included and a show on board, they make the perfect complement to enjoy an incredible trip.
The Vistadome observatory train is a good alternative if you are looking to fully enjoy the incredible landscapes on the way to Machu Picchu, with panoramic windows that will ensure you don't miss any details of the beautiful surrounding ecosystem, along with a mix of snacks, drinks included and a show on board, are the perfect complement to enjoy an incredible trip.
It is the most luxurious train in Peru, with which you can have a luxury experience, all included. Enjoy the multiple wagons of Hiram Bingham, where you can find a restaurant wagon, bar with an open bar, a van with beautiful balconies, musicians on board, and tourist guides that will make you not miss a single detail.
Are you ready for the 4 day Machu Picchu Tour?
Final
Ready to experience Cusco and Machu Picchu in 4 days without worrying about the organization? At Kantu Peru Tours, we take care of the transfers, hotels, trains, entrance tickets, and guiding so you can simply enjoy the trip.
Book your Machu Picchu package with a trusted local agency and secure your date before the best entrance times sell out.
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