๐ต๐ช Cusco 5-Day Itinerary: Machu Picchu & Sacred Valley
โ๏ธ Day 1: Lima โ Cusco Half-day city exploration + dinner. Hotel tip: Stay near San Pedro train station. ๐ Day 2: Cusco โ Aguas Calientes Scenic train ride to Machu Picchuโs gateway town. Dinner pick: Chullos Craft Beer Restaurant. Relax: Hot springs (waterโs lukewarm โจ๏ธ). ๐๏ธ Day 3: Machu Picchu โ Return to Cusco Morning: Bus to Machu Picchu (enter 9 AM, exit 1 PM). Evening: Train back to Cusco. ๐๏ธ Day 4: Cusco City Tour Booked via Airbnb (cultural deep-dive!). ๐ Day 5: Sacred Valley Day Trip Airbnb tour highlight: A history-expert guide (epic storytelling!). โ๏ธ Day 6: Fly to Lima โฐ๏ธ Machu Picchu DIY Guide Tickets: Trains: Peru Railๅฎ็ฝ. Machu Picchu + bus bundle: ticketmachupicchu.com. Huayna Picchu hike: Book 2-3 months ahead for iconic views! Guides: Hire at the site (great for photos + context!). Train tip: Daytime rides = jaw-dropping scenery! ๐ Why Small-Group Tours Rock City tour: History + San Pedro Market tastings. Sacred Valley: 3 ruins + cultural stop (cash for tickets/lunch!). Key takeaway: A great guide transforms ruins into magic! ๐ Pro Tips Book hotels with breakfast! Altitude is brutalโeven fit folks crash by 4 PM. Take altitude meds early! Fly LATAM, not SKY! #Cusco #Peru #MachuPicchu #TravelGuide