Cusco in 4 Days: City Tour, Machu Picchu and Rainbow Mountain

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
PICK UP FROM THE AIRPORT / CITY TOUR CUSCO IN THE AFTERNOON
6 stops
1
Coricancha
We will visit the Qoricancha, known as the Temple of the Sun, one of the most important religious centers of the Inca Empire. We will admire its impressive finely carved stone walls and learn about its fascinating history, architecture, and the importance it had as a sacred place dedicated to the Sun god. Furthermore, we will discover the combination of Inca and colonial architecture that characterizes this emblematic site in Cusco.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
2
Sacsayhuaman
We will visit Sacsayhuamán, one of the most impressive archaeological complexes in Cusco, recognized for its enormous, perfectly fitted stone blocks and its monumental zigzag walls. Accompanied by our guide, we will learn about its history, architecture, and the extraordinary Inca engineering, while enjoying a spectacular panoramic view of the city of Cusco.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
3
Statue of Christ
We will visit the White Christ, an imposing statue located on top of a hill near Sacsayhuamán, which symbolizes the peace and protection of the city. From this beautiful viewpoint, we will enjoy a spectacular panoramic view of Cusco, its churches, and traditional colonial rooftops, ideal for capturing unforgettable photographs.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
4
Mirador de San Cristobal
We will visit the San Cristóbal Viewpoint, one of the most charming panoramic points in Cusco. From here we will enjoy a stunning view of the Main Square, the colonial churches, and the city's traditional reddish roofs. A perfect place to admire the beauty of the ancient Inca capital and capture unforgettable photographs.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
5
Plaza de Armas Cuzco
We will visit the emblematic Plaza de Armas of Cusco, the historical heart of the ancient capital of the Inca Empire. Surrounded by majestic churches, colonial balconies, and historic buildings, we will learn about its cultural importance and its transformation over time. Furthermore, we will enjoy its charming atmosphere and have time to capture beautiful photographs.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included
6
Mercado Central de San Pedro
We will visit the traditional San Pedro Market, one of the most authentic and colorful places in Cusco. We will tour their stalls full of exotic fruits, Andean products, handicrafts, and typical dishes of Peruvian gastronomy. During the visit, we will get to know the local customs and experience up close the culture and daily life of the people of Cusco.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Day 2
SACRED VALLEY AND HOT SPRINGS TRAIN
1 stop
7
Machu Picchu
We went down to the Sacred Valley of the Incas. In Moray you see the circular terraces that functioned as an agricultural laboratory, and in Maras you walk alongside thousands of salt ponds worked by hand by local families. We end in Ollantaytambo, an Inca town still inhabited at the foot of its fortress. After lunch you take the train to Aguas Calientes, following the Urubamba River among mountains that become greener and greener.
10 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 3
MACHU PICCHU
1 stop
8
Montana de 7 Colores
We will begin our adventure at 6:00 a.m., boarding the tourist bus from Aguas Calientes to the majestic citadel of Machu Picchu, one of the seven wonders of the modern world. Accompanied by our professional guide, we will explore its impressive temples, squares, and agricultural terraces, discovering the fascinating history and architecture of the Inca civilization. We will enjoy spectacular landscapes and have time to capture unforgettable photographs. At the end of the visit, we will return by bus to Aguas Calientes to enjoy a delicious lunch. Later, we will take the tourist train to Ollantaytambo, touring beautiful Andean landscapes along the Urubamba River. Finally, we will continue by tourist transport to Cusco, arriving approximately at 8:30 p.m. and concluding our experience in Machu Picchu.
10 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 4
MOUNTAIN OF COLORS (VINICUNCA)
1 stop
Montana de 7 Colores (Pass by)
We will start our adventure at 3:00 a.m., departing from Cusco to the impressive Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca). During the tour, we will enjoy spectacular Andean landscapes, surrounded by snow-capped mountains, llamas, and alpacas. We will take a hike through the Andean puna to reach the main viewpoint, located at over 5,000 m a.s.l., where we will admire the incredible natural bands of colors that make this destination unique. Our guide will explain its geological formation and we will have time to take photographs. Finally, we will embark on the return to Cusco, arriving around 3:30 p.m.
Admission ticket included
Day 5
HOTEL TRANSFER TO THE AIRPORT
1 stop
9
Cusco
At the indicated time, our team will transfer you to Cusco airport to take your departure flight, concluding this experience in Peru with history, culture, nature, and authentic experiences.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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