Cusco, Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu 3 Days 2026: City Tour, Full Sacred Valley + Machu Picchu by Train
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Availability Daily departures
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Transport Hotel pickup
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Languages English, Spanish
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Service type Not specified
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Cancellation policy Not specified
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Maximum altitude 3800 msnm m.s.n.m.
About this activity
The Cusco, Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu 3-day tour is the most efficient package for first-time visitors to Peru who want to see Cusco’s Inca and colonial heritage, the Sacred Valley’s key sites, and Machu Picchu — all in a consecutive 3-day sequence without rushing. Three full days: one for Cusco, one for the Sacred Valley, one for Machu Picchu.
Why Choose This Tour?
- Cusco City Tour — Qoricancha, Cathedral, Sacsayhuaman and 3 Inca ruins
- Pisac artisan market + Inca ruins above the town
- Maras Salt Mines (5,000+ pools) + Moray circular terraces
- Ollantaytambo fortress — only living Inca town in Peru
- Tourist train Ollantaytambo ↔ Aguas Calientes through cloud forest
- Machu Picchu (2,430 m) — UNESCO World Heritage + New 7th Wonder
Itinerary
Day 01
Itinerario
Itinerario
Cusco, Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu 3-Day Tour 2026
- Daily departures (flexible dates)
- Shared group service — max 20 people
- MINCETUR-certified bilingual guide on all 3 days
- Minimum 2 participants
- Non-refundable once train and Machu Picchu tickets are confirmed
The Cusco, Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu 3-day tour is the most efficient package for first-time visitors to Peru who want to see Cusco's Inca and colonial heritage, the Sacred Valley's key sites, and Machu Picchu — all in a consecutive 3-day sequence without rushing. Three full days: one for Cusco, one for the Sacred Valley, one for Machu Picchu.
What's included
Inclusions
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Meals
- 1 night accommodation in Cusco (standard double room, breakfast)
- 2 buffet lunches (Day 2 Sacred Valley + Day 3 Aguas Calientes after Machu Picchu)
- 1 night accommodation in Aguas Calientes (standard room, breakfast)
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Tickets & Permits
- Machu Picchu Archaeological Park entrance ticket
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Guide
- MINCETUR bilingual guide on all 3 days
- Visit to Pisac artisan market and Inca ruins (guide included)
- Visit to Maras Salt Mines and Moray (guide included)
- Visit to Ollantaytambo Fortress (guide included)
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Transportation
- Hotel pick-up and return Cusco
- All tourist transport Days 1–3
- Tourist train Ollantaytambo ↔ Aguas Calientes round trip (Expedition class)
- Consettur bus Aguas Calientes ↔ Machu Picchu round trip
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Other
- First aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between this 3-day tour and the 5-day package?
The 5-day package adds: airport transfers, 2 additional hotel nights in Cusco, Chinchero textile village, Maras and Moray as a separate full day, and optionally Rainbow Mountain. The 3-day tour focuses on one activity per day — City Tour, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu — without the extensions. If you have 5+ days, the 5-day package covers more ground. If you have exactly 3 days or want a tighter itinerary, this 3-day structure is the right choice.
Why is the City Tour on Day 1 rather than Day 2 or 3?
The City Tour serves a dual function: it covers Cusco's monuments and also eases you into physical activity at 3,400 m altitude. Day 1 in Cusco is often still affected by soroche (altitude sickness). Placing the City Tour — a moderate walking tour at 3,400–3,700 m — on Day 1 provides acclimatization while doing something valuable, rather than resting in a hotel room. By Day 2 (Sacred Valley) and Day 3 (Machu Picchu at lower altitude), your body has adjusted.
Do I need the Tourist Pass BTP on Day 1 or Day 2?
Both days require the Tourist Pass BTP. On Day 1 (City Tour): Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo and Tambomachay require the BTP. On Day 2 (Sacred Valley): Pisac ruins, Moray and Ollantaytambo require the BTP. The BTP Parcial (~S/. 70 PEN) covers all these sites plus several others. It can be purchased at the first entrance of Day 1. Bring cash in soles — some sites don't accept cards.
Is the Sacred Valley on Day 2 rushed?
Day 2 visits 4 sites (Pisac, Maras, Moray, Ollantaytambo) in one day. The pace is efficient but not rushed — each site has 45–60 minutes, which is sufficient for a guided visit with key explanations. For travelers who want to spend more time at any individual site (particularly the Pisac ruins above the town, which can easily absorb 2–3 hours on their own), consider the dedicated Sacred Valley Full Day tour on a separate day before or after this package.
Can I add Rainbow Mountain to this 3-day package?
Yes — by adding 1–2 days. The recommended sequence for a 4-day version: Day 1 Cusco City Tour, Day 2 Rainbow Mountain, Day 3 Sacred Valley → train → Aguas Calientes, Day 4 Machu Picchu. For a complete 5-day package with Rainbow Mountain, airport transfers and full hotel, see our Cusco + Machu Picchu + Rainbow Mountain 5-Day Package.
How far in advance should I book?
Minimum 48 hours for the logistics. For Machu Picchu tickets: book as far ahead as possible — 30+ days ahead during high season (June–August, Easter, Christmas). The daily quota is strictly enforced and sells out weeks ahead in peak season. We check availability before confirming and accepting payment.
What if it rains on Day 2 or Day 3?
The Sacred Valley tour operates in all weather — Maras, Moray and Ollantaytambo are open year-round. Rain ponchos are recommended. Machu Picchu similarly operates 365 days/year in all conditions. Morning fog at Machu Picchu is common November–March and typically clears by 9:00–10:00 am. The citadel in mist is actually dramatic — many travelers prefer the rainy-season atmosphere.
Why book with Travel Peru Tours?
We are 100% local operators in Cusco. Our MINCETUR guides have specialist expertise at each site, not generic "Peru tour" guides. We handle train tickets, Machu Picchu entrance, hotels and all logistics in a single confirmed booking — no coordination risk. Contact us on WhatsApp to confirm availability for your travel dates.
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