Cusco City Tour, Machu Picchu & Humantay Lake 3 Days 2 Nights
Tour de 3 Days | Price from $ 308 USD per person
3 Days / 2 Nights
12 pax
moderate
4,200m
Overview
3-day package: Day 1 full Cusco City Tour + Day 2 Machu Picchu Magic + Day 3 Humantay Lake (4,200m). Inca culture, world wonder and Andean nature.
Explore Cusco, Machu Picchu and Humantay Lake in 3 Days
A tour package that takes you to one of the main and most important tourist circuits in the city of Cusco (3,399 m.a.s.l.)
Discover the essence of Cusco with our 3-day tour combining culture, history and nature in a unique experience.
Day 1: Cusco City Tour
Explore archaeological sites and Inca temples in Cusco, including the Main Square, Sacsayhuamán and Q'enqo.
Day 2: Machu Picchu – Wonder of the World
Admire Inca architecture and natural beauty at Machu Picchu, visiting iconic sites like the Temple of the Sun and Three Windows.
Day 3: Humantay Lake – Natural Beauty in the Andes
End your trip with a visit to the impressive Humantay Lake in the Peruvian Andes, enjoying its turquoise waters and spectacular views.
Join Ready to Travel Peru. Explore the best of Cusco with our 3-day package. From Inca culture to Andean natural beauty, we guarantee an unforgettable experience.
Experience Highlights
Itinerary at a Glance
Airport / hotel pickup
Upon arrival
First day in Cusco for acclimatizing and a short tour.
Cusco City Tour
08:00 AM or 12:00 PM
City Tour at your chosen time. Guided visit to Cusco's main attractions: Cathedral, Qoricancha, Sacsayhuamán, Q'enqo, Pukapukara and Tambomachay.
Hotel pickup for Machu Picchu
Per train schedule
The most important day — one of the 7 Modern Wonders.
Transfer to train station
Early
Pickup from hotel and transfer to train station.
Train → Aguas Calientes
Per reservation
Train to Machu Picchu (Aguas Calientes) through scenic landscapes.
Bus Aguas Calientes → Machu Picchu
Upon arrival
Bus to the citadel entrance.
Guided tour of Machu Picchu
2 hours
2-hour guided tour: Intihuatana, Temple of the Sun, Temple of the Condor, Three Windows, Sacred Rock.
Free time + Return to Cusco
Afternoon
Bus and train back to Aguas Calientes then Cusco.
Hotel pickup
04:30 AM
Early start for Humantay Lake — a stunning natural attraction.
Breakfast in Mollepata
06:30 AM approx.
2-hour drive to Mollepata for breakfast and guide instructions.
Soraypampa – Trailhead
07:30 AM approx.
Continue 1 hour to Soraypampa, the starting point for the hike.
Ascent hike to Humantay Lake
08:30 AM approx.
1.5-hour ascent hike through beautiful wildlife to Humantay Lake.
Humantay Lake (4,200m)
10:00 AM approx.
At Humantay Lake (4,200 m.a.s.l.) in the Vilcabamba range at the foot of Salkantay glacier (6,270 m.a.s.l.). Turquoise waters formed by glacial melt. Build the famous "Apachetas" stone towers and feel the mystical energy.
Descent and lunch in Mollepata
10:40 AM approx.
Return along the same route, transport to Mollepata for a delicious lunch.
Return to Cusco
6:00 PM approx.
Return to Cusco arriving approximately 6:00 PM.
What Is Included?
Included
- Pre-tour briefing for City Tour + Machu Picchu + Humantay Lake
- Airport – hotel – airport transfer
- Pickup from hotel for all tours
- Entrance tickets (City Tour, Machu Picchu and Humantay Lake)
- Round-trip train tickets Expedition or Vistadome (client choice)
- Bus tickets Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Aguas Calientes
- Certified bilingual tour guide (English and Spanish)
- Tourist transport to all described sites
- Lunch and breakfast in Mollepata
- Permanent assistance before and during the tour
Not Included
- Lunch in Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu)
- Accommodation
- Meals not mentioned in the program
- Personal expenses
- Tips
Before You Go
Recommendations
Pricing
2026 Tour Price
Shared Service
National
Best valueNational tourist
per person
Foreign
Foreign tourist
per person
Private Service
Private Service
Minimum 2 people
Todo Incluido
for 2 people
Prices are in US dollars (USD). Prices may vary by season and availability.
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