DAY 1: Panoramic Bus Cusco And Surroundings

Our incredible tour begins with your pick-up from the airport and transfer to your hotel in Cusco, where you can relax and rest before beginning your exciting adventure in the city. Once settled into your accommodation, we will guide you to the starting point of the panoramic bus tour, an experience that allows you to discover the cultural richness of Cusco in a unique way.

The Mirabus travels through the traditional streets of Cusco, exploring iconic places such as the majestic Plaza de Armas, Limacpampa, Tullumayo, and the lively Avenida El Sol, among many other charming corners of the city. During the journey, you will have the opportunity to see and marvel at the Qoricancha temple, which is the most significant Inca temple honoring the Sun God, known for its magnificent stone walls.

On our route, we pass by the Pachacutec Oval, where you can admire an impressive bronze statue on a stone structure, honoring the illustrious Inca Pachacutec, a symbol of Cusco’s rich historical heritage. We will continue our journey towards the viewpoint of Cristo Blanco, an emblematic place from which you will have a complete panoramic view of the city of Cusco.

This is the perfect moment to capture unforgettable memories and take photos that embody the very essence of this charming city. Also, from the comfort of the Mirabus, you will be able to see the majesty of the Sacsayhuamán Fortress, an imposing testimony to Inca engineering and architecture. We will disembark to explore on foot the picturesque Colcampata neighborhood, now known as the peaceful San Cristóbal neighborhood. Here, we will visit the church of the same name, a site that was initially the home of Inca Tupac Yupanqui, a historical detail that will transport us to past times and immerse us in the richness of Inca culture.

The highlight of our tour takes us to Saphy Street, near the Plaza de Armas, where we conclude this fascinating experience. Get ready to immerse yourself in the magic of this ancient city and discover all its hidden treasures!

DAY 2: Cusco — Aguas Calientes — Machu Picchu

Our journey continues early in the morning, as we arrange your transportation from your hotel in Cusco to the train station in the picturesque district of Ollantaytambo. From there, you will board a train to the town of Aguas Calientes, a journey lasting approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes. Once in Aguas Calientes, you will board a bus to the majestic Machu Picchu Archaeological Park, a journey of about 25 minutes. Prepare for a day filled with awe and discovery at this historic site.

During your visit, our guide will immerse you in the rich history and architecture of Machu Picchu. You will be amazed by the ingenious Inca structures and their stunning natural surroundings. This marvel of engineering, art, and architecture unfolds before you, revealing a citadel with agricultural and urban areas, plazas, temples, roads, stairways, terraces, and aqueducts, among other wonders.

The agricultural terraces, supported by sturdy stone walls, and the hydraulic system with its canals and aqueducts, showcase the agricultural expertise of the Incas, making Machu Picchu a living testament to their mastery.

This spectacular site is part of an extensive area known as the Historical Sanctuary of Machu Picchu, which covers more than 35 thousand hectares. Each year, 1.5 million visitors are captivated by its beauty and grandeur. Our guide will be at your disposal to answer your questions and enrich your experience. In the afternoon, you will board the train back to Ollantaytambo, where we will be waiting to transfer you back to your hotel in Cusco.

DAY 3: Hotel — Airport

Begin your day with a delicious breakfast at your hotel. At the scheduled time, our team will transfer you to the airport, ensuring you arrive with plenty of time for your departure flight. With this, our unforgettable experience—our budget tour of Cusco and Machu Picchu—comes to a close.