Machu picchu Cusco 3D/2N

 

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Day 1 – Cusco Private guide and driver will be waiting at Cusco airport, holding sign with your name to then Enjoy a private guided trip to Chinchero village, Maras salt mines and the circular terraces of Moray. On the way you will see some of the most scenic spots in the Sacred Valley. First, visit a traditional Andean village called Chinchero located in the highlands of Anta. The visit combines Inca archeological sites, typical Andean community, a colonial church, and a colorful market which to date, on its “market day” practice the tradition of “barter” goods.

After Chinchero Inca Textiles Weaving Center visit the ancient salt mines near the village of Maras, where salty springs emerge from the hillside and the Incas built terraces to capture the flows and harvest salt. Continue the excursion to Moray, where huge circular agricultural terraces were built by the Incas on limestone sinks served to plant various crops. It is said to have a cosmological significance, however, the Incas used the terraces as an agricultural laboratory to determine the optimum conditions for each species in varying altitudes. OVERNIGHT OLLANTAYTAMBO in the Sacred Valley.

Day 2 – Machu picchu full day Private Guide.
Breakfast at the hotel; Take train from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes, the train ride to Machu Picchu is one of the most beautiful journeys that visitors can experience in our country. The trip offers a great natural, so many staggering views of the Andes and a jungle atmosphere after descending to the (2000 m / 6560 ft). After around 2 hours, we will have arrived in Aguas Calientes.

Private Guide Transfer to the Bus Stop for the short ride (25 minutes) up to the citadel of Machu Picchu. Upon arrival, you will participate in a guided tour of the Citadel, visiting the Main Plaza, the Circular Tower, the Sacred Sun Dial (the most important preserved Intihuatana), the Royal Quarters, the Temple of the Three Windows, houses, warehouses, a large central square; and all connected by narrow roads and steps that are surrounded by terraces cut into the mountain side. After the tour you’ll have time to stroll around the Archaeological Site at your leisure. with a magnificent visit of the whole Sanctuary.

Back to Ollantaytanbo – Private Van with the driver take you back to Cusco. Overnight Cusco.

Day 3 – Cusco Outskirts Tour

Guide, driver, & private vehicle arrive at your hotel to take you to the outskirts of the city to visit the mysterious caves of Qenco, and the magnificent Sacsayhuaman ruins, overlooking the city.

THE OTHER OPTION FOR THIS DAY IS THE FOLLOWING:
Guided, walking Cusco city tour includes the Main Plaza & Qoricancha Temple and San Pedro Local Market .

Airport transfer  from Cusco.

includes:

  • Transfers airport / hotel / airport.
  • Transfer hotel / train station / hotel.
  • Official Private guide. (Spanish and English)
  • The following excursions:
  • City Tour and nearby ruins Machupicchu
  • All entrance tickets

Not Included:

  • Air tickets.
  • Food (lunch and dinner).

 

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