Cusco Machu Picchu 5 Days tour

Upon arrival at Cusco Airport, our staff will be waiting to transfer you to your hotel, where you will have time to acclimatize to the altitude before starting your 8-day Cusco tour.

At 1:30 p.m., we will begin the Cusco City Tour, starting from Cusco’s Main Square. During the tour, we will visit the most important historical and archaeological sites in and around the city.

Our first stop will be the Qoricancha Temple, built on the original Inca foundations where the Sun God (Inti) was worshipped. Here, you will see the impressive Inca stonework that still remains inside the colonial convent of Santo Domingo.

We will then visit the impressive Sacsayhuamán Fortress, a ceremonial site dedicated to the Sun God, famous for its enormous polished stone blocks, some of which reach up to 9 meters (30 feet) in height and weigh more than 300 tons.

Next, we will visit Qenqo, an ancient ceremonial center where the Incas performed religious rituals and sacrifices.

Our tour continues to Puca Pucara, an archaeological site believed to have been a military control center or resting place for Inca travelers.

Finally, we will visit Tambomachay, known as the “Bath of the Inca” or “Bath of the Ñusta,” famous for its aqueducts, canals, and waterfalls that still flow with crystal-clear water year-round.

After the tour, we will return to Cusco. Evening at leisure to rest or explore the city on your own.

Between 4:00 a.m. and 4:30 a.m., we will pick you up from your hotel in Cusco to begin our journey to the famous Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca), one of the most impressive natural attractions in Peru.

We will travel for approximately two hours by road to the town of Cusipata, where you will enjoy a delicious breakfast to start the day with energy and prepare for the adventure ahead.

After breakfast, we will continue our journey for about another hour and a half until we reach the starting point of the hike to Vinicunca Rainbow Mountain. From here, we will begin a scenic hike through the Andes Mountains, surrounded by traditional villages, herds of alpacas, and breathtaking landscapes.

The hike to Rainbow Mountain takes approximately 1.5 hours at a moderate pace, reaching the highest point at 5,000 meters (16,400 feet) above sea level. From the summit, you will be rewarded with spectacular views of the famous Mountain of Seven Colors, known for its vibrant mineral layers and unique natural formations.

After enjoying the views, taking photos, and learning about the geology of the area from your guide, we will hike back to the starting point and return to Cusipata, where a delicious buffet lunch will be waiting for us.

Finally, we will return to Cusco, arriving at approximately 5:00 p.m., where you will have the evening free to relax or explore the city at your own pace.

Between 4:00 a.m. and 4:30 a.m., our transfer will pick you up from your hotel to begin our journey toward the stunning landscapes south of Cusco.

We will start our adventure traveling along the scenic route toward Mollepata. After approximately an hour and a half, we will arrive in Mollepata, where we will enjoy a delicious breakfast to give us the energy needed for the day ahead.

After breakfast, we will continue by vehicle for about another hour until we reach Soraypampa, the starting point of our hike to the beautiful Humantay Lake. The hike to the lagoon takes approximately one hour uphill, passing through breathtaking Andean scenery until we reach Humantay Lake, located at high altitude.

Once at the lake, we will have time to explore the area, enjoy the spectacular views of Humantay Mountain and the Vilcabamba mountain range, and learn from our guide about the natural beauty and cultural significance of this incredible place.

After visiting Humantay Lake, we will return to Soraypampa, where a delicious lunch will be waiting for us, the perfect way to relax after the hike.

We will then return to Cusco, with an estimated arrival time between 6:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m., allowing you to relax and enjoy the evening at your leisure.

Machu Picchu Day – Guided Tour

Early in the morning, at 03:40 a.m., our transportation will pick you up from your hotel in Cusco and transfer you to the train station in Ollantaytambo, where we will board the train to the majestic Inca Citadel of Machu Picchu. During the train journey, which lasts approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes, you will enjoy beautiful Andean landscapes, rivers, mountains, and archaeological remains along the Sacred Valley of the Incas.

Upon arrival in the town of Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu Town), our staff will be waiting to provide instructions before boarding the tourist bus that will take us on a 30-minute ride up to the entrance of the Wonder of the World, Machu Picchu.

After entering Machu Picchu with our professional guide, we will begin a guided tour of approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes, visiting the most important sites such as the Guardian House (classic panoramic view of Machu Picchu), the stone quarry, the Temple of the Sun, the Temple of the Three Windows, the agricultural sector, and the urban sector. During the tour, you will learn about the history, architecture, and importance of Machu Picchu during the Inca Empire.

At the end of the guided tour, we will take the bus back down to Machu Picchu Town (Aguas Calientes), where you will have free time for lunch or to explore the town. Later, you must be at the train station 30 minutes before departure to board the train back to Ollantaytambo, where our transportation will be waiting to transfer you back to Cusco.

Breakfast at the hotel. If your departure from Cusco is later in the evening, you may take the day to explore the Imperial City at your own pace or visit the traditional San Pedro Market, where you can discover local products, handicrafts, and traditional Andean foods. Optional tours can be arranged upon request for an additional cost.

At the appropriate time, we will transfer you to Cusco Airport or the bus terminal, marking the end of our services and your unforgettable journey through Peru.