Cusco, Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu in 3 well-spent days.
A package designed for travelers with few days who don't want to skip the essentials — impeccable logistics meets a deep discovery of Andean history.
In three days you walk the Sacred Valley of the Incas, experience Machu Picchu with a guide and also explore the historic center of Cusco and its archaeological complexes. Every minute is used, without rushing.
Transport, tickets, round-trip train, 2 nights of hotel and a professional guide are all sorted. It's the ideal itinerary for your first trip to Peru.
What makes this itinerary unique.
Sacred Valley: Pisac and the living Inca town of Ollantaytambo.
Machu Picchu with a specialist-led guided visit.
Cusco City Tour: Qoricancha and Sacsayhuamán.
Round-trip panoramic tourist train.
3★ hotels in Cusco and Aguas Calientes.
Light itinerary, perfect for the first trip to Peru.
Day by day.
We start with the Sacred Valley of the Incas: the archaeological center of Pisac and its artisan market, followed by a country lunch with local cuisine.
In the afternoon, we walk through the living Inca town of Ollantaytambo and board the tourist train to Aguas Calientes, where the guide gives a briefing for the next day's visit.
After breakfast, we take the bus up to the citadel of Machu Picchu for a guided 2–3 hour visit through the temples, astronomical sectors and the engineering that defies time.
We return to Aguas Calientes and, in the afternoon, board the return train to Ollantaytambo, with transport to your hotel in Cusco.
Guided tour of the Qoricancha (Temple of the Sun) and the archaeological complexes nearby: Sacsayhuamán, Qenqo, Puka Pukara and Tambomachay.
We close with a full view of the capital of the Inca Empire before the end of our services.
Everything we take care of for you.
Inclusions
- All transfers in private or tourist transport
- Entries to the archaeological parks of the itinerary (Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu and City Tour)
- Round-trip tourist train to Aguas Calientes
- Certified professional guide (English on request)
- 2 nights of 3★ hotel (1 in Cusco, 1 in Aguas Calientes) with breakfast
- Buffet lunch in the Sacred Valley
- Up and down bus at Machu Picchu
- Continuous support and logistical assistance
Not included
- International and domestic flights
- Lunches and dinners not specified in the itinerary
- Archaeological tickets for the City Tour paid on site, when applicable
- Travel insurance (recommended)
- Tips and personal expenses
Essential packing list.
- Original passport (required)
- Small day backpack
- Comfortable layered clothing
- Closed, comfortable walking shoes
- Cap/hat, sunscreen and sunglasses
- Rain poncho (umbrellas are not allowed at Machu Picchu)
- Reusable water bottle
- Camera
- Personal medication
- Cash in soles for tips and extras
Important information
- Machu Picchu tickets and train schedules sell out weeks in advance.
- The Machu Picchu circuit is confirmed based on official availability.
- 1 day of acclimatization in Cusco is recommended before the itinerary.
- Large luggage stays in your Cusco hotel storage (the train only accepts carry-on).
Just a few days in Peru? Book in advance.
Because it combines Machu Picchu, train and hotels into a short itinerary, the Milenario depends on limited availability — especially in high season. Booking early secures better train and entry times.
Our team checks official availability and adjusts the itinerary to your travel date. Reach out to confirm.
Common questions about this itinerary.
Yes — it's one of the most recommended. In 3 days it covers the essentials (Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu and Cusco) with light effort and all logistics sorted.
Yes, the round-trip tourist train to Aguas Calientes is included.
Yes, at the main destinations (Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu and Cusco City Tour). Confirm at booking to guarantee an English-speaking guide.
Yes. The itinerary is designed to make the most of each day without rushing — Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu and the historic center of Cusco, each at its own pace.
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