A Journey Through Inca Capitals and Andean WondersCusco City Tour → Koricancha → Sacsayhuaman → Qenqo → Puca Pucará → TambomachayDay 01
Your adventure begins upon arrival at your Cusco hotel, where you will be warmly welcomed and receive a comprehensive briefing about the exciting days ahead. The morning is reserved for you to rest and acclimate to the high altitude, a crucial step for enjoying your Andean journey.
In the afternoon, your exploration of the Imperial City commences. We will delve into history at the Convent of Santo Domingo, a colonial structure built upon the foundations of the legendary Koricancha, the Inca's main temple of the sun. The tour continues to the outskirts of the city to visit the magnificent fortress of Sacsayhuaman, renowned for its massive, perfectly fitted stone walls.
The archaeological circuit is completed with visits to the ceremonial sites of Qenqo, the 'red fortress' of Puca Pucará, and the tranquil water temple of Tambomachay. As dusk settles over the Andes, you will be comfortably transported back to your hotel in Cusco, filled with the first impressions of the Inca's architectural genius.

Cusco → Pisac → Moray → Maras → Ollantaytambo → Aguas CalientesDay 02
Your exploration of the Sacred Valley begins with an early 7:30 a.m. pickup from your hotel. You will travel by private van, making a strategic stop at the Taray Viewpoint for stunning panoramic photos of the valley below. The first major destination is the expansive archaeological site of Pisac, where you will have approximately two hours to explore its impressive terraces and ruins.
After a brief visit to the vibrant Pisac market, the journey continues to Urubamba for a well-deserved lunch (not included). Fully refueled, you will visit the enigmatic circular terraces of Moray, believed to be an Inca agricultural laboratory. Following this, you'll discover the colonial-era Maras Salt Mines, a striking landscape of thousands of salt-evaporation ponds still in use today.
The afternoon's exploration concludes in Ollantaytambo, a living Inca town. You will explore its formidable ruins and the impressive Temple of the Sun. In the evening, you will board the 7:04 p.m. train to Aguas Calientes, arriving at 8:45 p.m. and settling into your hotel for the night in preparation for your visit to Machu Picchu.

Aguas Calientes → Machu Picchu → CuscoDay 03
Today is the highlight of your journey. You will wake early to board one of the first buses ascending the winding road to Machu Picchu, aiming to arrive at the citadel in time to witness the magical sunrise over the mountains. Upon entry, your expert guide will lead a comprehensive two-hour tour.
The guided tour will navigate you through the most significant parts of this wonder of the world, including the agricultural sector with its vast terraces, the residential areas, and the sacred religious sector. You will learn about the history, architecture, and daily life of the Incas who inhabited this cloud city, with plenty of opportunities for iconic photos.
After the tour, you will have free time to explore independently before taking the bus back down to Aguas Calientes for lunch (not included). You will then board the Expedition train (departing at 2:55 p.m. or 3:20 p.m.) back to Ollantaytambo. Upon arrival, our private transport will be waiting to transfer you directly to your hotel in Cusco, concluding your incredible adventure around 7:00 p.m.
