Cusco Cultural - Machu Picchu and Rainbow Mountain Tour

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Welcome to Cusco
1 stop
1
Cusco
Upon your arrival in Cusco, you will be greeted by our representative and transferred to your hotel, where we will have a short briefing! You will have the rest of the day to explore the dutiful city of Cusco and its restaurants on your own and some time to acclimate. It's included Local English-speaking guide. Hotel 3 star / Included Private vehicle
8 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 2
Cusco City tour
3 stops
2
Sacsayhuaman
Your guide will pick you up from your hotel lobby at 1:00 pm to begin your tour. The first and most important site on this journey is definitely Sacsaywaman. This famous site is generally referred to as a fortress. However, it is not certain what its main function was before the Spanish arrived. Current studies suggest that it was more likely used as a temple, as Inca tombs have been discovered in the area! The name most likely comes from the Quechua language, Waman which means falcon or variable hawk witch lives in this area! The site is at an altitude of (3,701mts/ 2,142ft) and the grounds surrounding Sacsayhuaman are still used today for the colorful festival of Inti Raymi, which is held to celebrate the winter’s solstice on the 24th of June each year.
4 hours • Admission ticket included
3
Cusco Cathedral
Cathedral & Qoricancha We will transport you to Cusco’s Plaza de Armas, where you will visit the famous Cathedral which is home to a grand collection of paintings from the 17th century Cusco School of Fine Arts. Next you will continue (with our transportation) from the Plaza de Armas to the Qoricancha which translates to ‘enclosure of gold’. This was a temple dedicated to the worship of the sun and during Incan times.
2 minutes • Admission ticket included
4
The San Pedro Market in the heart of Cusco is a place where (almost!) everything can be bought. Here you will find a mix of colorful and unknown smells that will catch your attention as soon as you enter this amazing market. Goods from the coast, jungle and surrounding towns are exchanged here every day. The variety of products is endless like for example, quinoa, maca, medicinal herbs, meat, fruit, vegetables, chocolate, grains, cheese, bread, spices, nuts and dried fruits and several varieties of Peruvian potato. You can indulge yourself in a glass of fresh juice in the juice stalls or try out one of the typical dishes like ceviche or fried trout. We advise you to take your time, wander slowly and enjoy the heart of Cusco. The market allows a glimpse into the Cusco or ‘Cusqueña’ culture and is definitely not to be missed. It's included Local English-speaking guide. Tickets for visits Hotel 3 star / Included Breakfast
40 minutes • Admission ticket included
Day 3
Sacred Valley tour Chincheros - Moray - Salt mines –Ollantaytambo
3 stops
5
On day 3 the pickup from your hotel will be at 8:30 am. With our private transportation, we will head towards Chinchero which is home to the famous Peruvian weaving factory. After the visit, we will stop at a viewpoint of to enjoy the Beautiful Andean snowcap mountains and villages in the valley with views of crops dressing the surrounding mountains. After a few scenic photos and a short ride, we arrive at Moray also known as “The Greenhouses of the Incas”
1 hour • Admission ticket free
6
Salinas de Maras
The terraces have varied microclimates depending on how deep you go into this circular depression. These terraces have been used by the Incas to discover the optimal growing conditions for their crops. Continuing our journey to the 3rd site, we will pass through the colonial town of Maras, ascending our way downhill to the pre-Inca salt mine. Thousands of saltpans have been used for salt extraction since Inca times.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
7
Archaeological Park Ollantaytambo
lunch break will be in the town of Urubamba mid-day (1 Hour approx.) Finally, we drive to Ollantaytambo, having time to explore the age-old, massive and beautiful Inca ruins with your tour guide explaining the rich history. Our van will be ready for us for the short ride to drop you off at your Hotel in Ollantaytambo. It's included Local English-speaking guide. Tickets for visits Hotel 3 star / Included Breakfast
1 hour • Admission ticket included
Day 4
Expedition train - Machu Picchu- Cusco
2 stops
8
Machu Picchu
The long-awaited visit to your Machu Picchu adventure will commence with an early wakeup at your hotel. Your train will depart from the Ollantaytambo train station to leave for Aguas Calientes. You will be traveling through alpine meadows, with great views of white glacier peaks, green valleys, and Inca farming terraces. The sacred Vilcanota River will be our companion until your arrival at Aguas Calientes. From the train station in Aguas Calientes, you will be accompanied and transferred by your guide to Machu Picchu with a shuttle bus.
3 hours • Admission ticket free
9
Machu Picchu
After a 25-minute bus ride to Machu Picchu, your tour guide will take you to see the best views of this 7th wonder of the world. On your private 2 hour guided tour, your guide will expertly direct you through the enigmatic ruins and its rich history. After your visit (mid-day approx.) you will need to take the bus back down to Aguas Calientes to enjoy lunch at one of the many restaurants there. The return train will depart to Ollantaytambo where you will catch our private transportation for other two-hours back to Cusco. Be sure to arrive at the train station 30 minutes before your departure. It's included Local English-speaking guide. Tickets for visits Hotel 3 star / Included Trains Breakfast
3 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 5
Rainbow Mountain trek
2 stops
10
Vinicunca Mountain
With an early pick up from your hotel in Cusco at 04:00 am, we begin your amazing Rainbow Mountain Trek with a 3-hour drive through the South Valley ending up at the trailhead at Quesiuno which is located at an altitude of (4,326 mts/14,189 ft) On this trek, you will experience amazing views of Inca terraces, valleys filled with alpacas and vicunas, Rocky Mountains with snowy glacier peaks and the amazing news of the Rainbow Mountain itself!
8 hours • Admission ticket included
11
Vinicunca Mountain
The views of the Ausangate Mountain will follow us through the trail as we hike through different villages and interact with the local people, who are still keeping the culture alive. It will take us around 3 to 3.5 hours, to finally reach our destination to the Rainbow Mountain (5,020mts /16,466ft). At the summit you will have some time to rest, and enjoy the scenery! take photos and soak up the environment. We will spend approximately 30 minutes at the top. Once we regroup, we will hike back down the trail we came on. The hike takes 2.5 hours back to the trailhead. Our van will be waiting for us when we return. On the 3-hour drive back to Cusco you will be able to rest a bit from this great hike and share the experience with your friends and family! You can rent a horse from local people at the starting point of the trek if you wish! It's included Local English-speaking guide. Tickets for visits Hotel 3 star / Included Breakfast and lunch
8 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 6
Cusco - Lima – International Flight
1 stop
12
Lima
Flight to Lima, then transfer to your international flight It's included Airport assistance Private transport Breakfast End of our Service
30 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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