Cusco-Valle Sagrado-Aguas Calientes-Machu Picchu-Cusco (EA16)

After breakfast, we begin our excursion to the Sacred Valley, known for its beautiful landscapes and mild climate. We descend to Pisaq (2,800 m) to visit its archaeological site and traditional market, where local people still wear elegant traditional dress and maintain ancient trading customs.

After lunch in Urubamba, we continue to Ollantaytambo, a former agricultural, military, and religious center with some of the finest Inca architecture and one of the best-preserved living Inca towns.

In the late afternoon, we take the train to Aguas Calientes for the night. (L)

Early in the morning, we take a 25-minute bus ride to the Machu Picchu citadel, perched 500 meters above the Urubamba River. Our guide will explain the history and myths of this archaeological wonder, set beside the granite peak of Huayna Picchu, with the option to climb it independently. The landscape features steep forested hills often wrapped in mist and views of the roaring Urubamba River below.

Later, we return by bus to Aguas Calientes, where lunch is on your own, then continue by train to Ollantaytambo and by car to Cusco.

Transfer to the airport or bus station.