Cusco Tours 2027: Prices, What Each One Includes and Which to Choose
Cusco Tours 2027: Prices, What Each One Includes and Which to Choose
If you're planning your trip to Cusco, the first thing you want to know is how much each tour costs and what's really included. Here are our 2027 prices, with no fine print: what's included, what you pay separately and how to combine tours depending on how many days you have.
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Cusco tour prices 2027
| Tour | Duration | Price per person |
|---|---|---|
| Cusco City Tour | Half day | US$15 |
| Rainbow Mountain | 1 day | US$30 |
| Sacred Valley VIP | 1 day | US$32 |
| Humantay Lake | 1 day | US$35 |
| Machu Picchu 2 days / 1 night | 2 days | US$380 |
| Machu Picchu Full Day | 1 day | US$320 |
| Inca Trail 4 days | 4 days | Ask us |
All prices are in US dollars, per person, with pickup from your hotel in Cusco's historic center and a professional guide.
What each tour includes (and what you pay separately)
Cusco City Tour: US$15
A tour of the city and 4 nearby archaeological sites, including Sacsayhuamán. Ideal for your first day while you adjust to the altitude.
- Includes: hotel pickup, tourist transport and guide.
- Not included: Cusco Tourist Ticket (Boleto Turístico) and Qoricancha entrance.
Sacred Valley VIP: US$32
A full day through Chinchero, Moray, the Maras Salt Mines and Ollantaytambo.
- Includes: pickup, transport, guide and buffet lunch.
- Not included: Cusco Tourist Ticket and Maras Salt Mines entrance.
Rainbow Mountain: US$30
Cusco's most famous high-altitude hike, above 5,000 meters. Very early departure.
- Includes: pickup, transport, breakfast, buffet lunch and guide.
- Not included: Vinicunca entrance (S/25 for foreigners) and optional horse.
Humantay Lake: US$35
A turquoise lake at the foot of Salkantay mountain. A demanding but short hike.
- Includes: pickup, transport, breakfast, buffet lunch and guide.
- Not included: lake entrance (S/20 for foreigners) and trekking poles.
Machu Picchu 2 days / 1 night: US$380
The most comfortable way to see Machu Picchu: you sleep in Aguas Calientes and visit the citadel early, without rushing.
- Includes: round-trip tourist train, bus up and down, Machu Picchu entrance ticket, guide and 1 hotel night with breakfast.
- Not included: lunches, dinners and Huayna Picchu.
Machu Picchu Full Day: US$320
There and back from Cusco on the same day. For travelers short on time.
- Includes: transport to Ollantaytambo, round-trip train, bus, Machu Picchu entrance ticket and guide.
- Not included: meals and Huayna Picchu.
See the full schedule in Machu Picchu Full Day from Cusco.
How much Cusco costs by number of days
These are the combinations our travelers book most. Prices are the sum of the tours, per person.
3 days: the essentials
- Day 1: Cusco City Tour.
- Days 2 and 3: Machu Picchu 2 days / 1 night.
- Total: US$395 per person.
4 days: Cusco, Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu
- Day 1: Cusco City Tour.
- Day 2: Sacred Valley VIP.
- Days 3 and 4: Machu Picchu 2 days / 1 night.
- Total: US$427 per person.
It's our most recommended itinerary. We explain it day by day in Cusco and Machu Picchu 4-day package.
5 days: add a mountain
- The 4 days above, plus Rainbow Mountain (US$30) or Humantay Lake (US$35).
- Total: from US$457 per person.
We recommend leaving the mountain for the end of your trip, once you're acclimatized. If you can't decide, read Rainbow Mountain vs Humantay Lake.
For every combination, add the entrance fees that aren't included: the Cusco Tourist Ticket, Maras and the mountain you choose. We help you work it out in how much a trip to Machu Picchu costs.
How to book
- Message us on WhatsApp with your dates, how many people are traveling and the tours you want.
- We send you a quote with the total price and what's included.
- Confirm with a deposit. For Machu Picchu, the deposit lets us buy your entrance ticket and train before they sell out.
- Pay the balance when you arrive in Cusco.
Important: Machu Picchu tickets and train tickets can't be changed to another date once purchased. That's why we confirm everything with you before buying.
Why book with a local agency
- Direct prices, with no middlemen or international platform fees.
- We answer you ourselves, from Cusco, before and during your trip.
- We buy your Machu Picchu tickets as soon as you confirm, and send you the confirmation.
- 5.0 on TripAdvisor with more than 1,500 reviews.
To see what to check before booking with any agency, read how to choose a tour agency in Cusco.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Machu Picchu tour from Cusco cost?
The 2 days / 1 night tour costs US$380 per person and includes train, bus, entrance ticket, guide and hotel. The Full Day, in a single day, costs US$320.
What's the cheapest tour in Cusco?
The Cusco City Tour, at US$15 per person. It's ideal for your first day while you acclimatize.
Do the prices include entrance fees?
The Machu Picchu tours include the citadel entrance ticket. For the other tours, entrance fees are paid separately: Cusco Tourist Ticket, Maras Salt Mines, Vinicunca or Humantay.
How many days do I need for Cusco and Machu Picchu?
With 4 days you see the highlights: Cusco, the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu, for US$427 per person in tours. With 5 days you can add a mountain.
How do I pay?
With a deposit to confirm your booking and the balance when you arrive in Cusco. Message us on WhatsApp and we'll explain the payment options.
