SACRED VALLEY + SHORT INCA TRAIL 3D/2N

DAY 1: CUSCO-PISAC-URUBAMBA-OLLANTAYTAMBO:

The tour begins with a pickup from your hotel in Cusco at 7:30 am. You'll then embark on a scenic drive through the breathtaking Andean landscapes towards the Sacred Valley.

First, you will visit the archeological site of Pisac. At this place, you will see and learn about different aspects of the Inca culture. Here you can see amazing artwork etched into the stone and the impressive agricultural terraces. After exploring this magnificent place, we will drive back to Pisac small town where you will have free time to walk around and do some shopping.

You will continue your journey towards Urubamba for a delicious buffet lunch of typical Peruvian dishes. After lunch, you will continue with our adventure to Ollantaytambo. You will visit the archeological site. This site highlights the remarkable Inca architecture that was built during the Incas heydays. This is an extraordinary Inca site and in addition to the ruins, you will see an amazing rock formation representing the Inca God Wiracocha. Finally, here you spend the night at your hotel in Ollantaytambo, ready to start the Inca Trail hike the next day.

DAY 2: Cusco – KM 104 – Chachabamba - Wiñaywayna - Sun Gate (Inti Punku) - Machu Picchu - Aguas Calientes (L+D):

Your adventure begins early with hotel pick-up in Cusco (approx. 4:00–4:30 AM) and transfer to Ollantaytambo train station. From there, enjoy a scenic train ride to KM 104, the starting point of your hike.

After passing the Inca Trail control point, you’ll visit Chachabamba, an ancient ceremonial site dedicated to the sun and mountains. The trail then gradually ascends through lush cloud forest, surrounded by orchids, bromeliads, and exotic vegetation.

You’ll reach the impressive archaeological site of Wiñay Wayna, one of the most beautiful Inca ruins on the trail, where your guide will share its history before you enjoy a boxed lunch.

In the afternoon, continue along original Inca stone paths, passing terraces, and jungle landscapes. A final climb up stone steps leads you to the unforgettable Sun Gate (Inti Punku) — your first panoramic view of Machu Picchu from above.

Descend toward the citadel viewpoints for stunning sunset views before taking the bus down to Aguas Calientes, where you’ll check into your hotel and enjoy dinner.

• Meals: Box lunch & dinner
• Distance: 12 km / 8 miles
• Difficulty: Modarate to challenging
• Walking time: 6-7 hours, depending on your pace and stops
• Starting elevation: 2,100 m / 6,890 ft
• Highest elevation: 2,720 m / 8,920 ft
• Accommodation: Standard hotel

DAY 3: Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu - Cusco (B): 

After an early breakfast, we'll take the bus up to Machu Picchu to experience the site in the soft morning light. Enjoy a guided tour of the most important sectors of the Inca citadel, including temples, terraces, and ceremonial areas.

After the tour, return by bus to Aguas Calientes for lunch (not included) and free time.

In the afternoon, board the train back to Ollantaytambo, followed by private transportation to Cusco, arriving approximately 6:30–7:00 PM.

• Meals: Breakfast
• Difficulty: Easy
• Walking time: 2-3 hours, depending on your pace and stops
• Machu Picchu site elevation: 2,430 m / 7,970 ft