Cusco 4-Day: Short Inca Trail, Machu Picchu, Humantay & Rainbow

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4 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: Portuguese and 2 more

Unlike standard tours, this 4-day package combines the Short Inca Trail, Machu Picchu, Rainbow Mountain, and Humantay Lake—offering culture, history, and adventure in one journey.

What's Included

Round-trip bus from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu
Entrance tickets to Humantay Lake and Rainbow Mountain
First aid kit, oxygen tank, oximeter, and tensiometer
Guided 3-hour tour in Machu Picchu with extra free time
Lunch (Optional[3])
Lunch
Trekking poles, rain ponchos, and backpack rain covers
Entrance fees and permits for the Short Inca Trail and Machu Picchu
Dinner
Pre-departure briefing with your professional bilingual guide
Breakfast (Optional[3])
Breakfast
Expedition train tickets: Ollantaytambo ↔ Aguas Calientes
Professional, experienced tour guide throughout the trip
1-night accommodation in a 3-star hotel in Aguas Calientes
Travel insurance (highly recommended)
Personal expenses such as souvenirs, snacks, or drinks not included in meals
Lunch on Day 2 in Aguas Calientes
Breakfast on Day 1

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

picking you up at 4:00 AM from your hotel

OR
Meeting point

main square pick-up in Cusco

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu

    1 stop
  • 1

    Start early with hotel pickup and a train ride to KM 104. Visit Chachabamba ruins before hiking the Short Inca Trail with stops at Wiñayhuayna and the Sun Gate. Enjoy your first panoramic view of Machu Picchu before heading down to Aguas Calientes for dinner and an overnight stay.

    7 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 2

    Machu Picchu Guided Tour

    1 stop
  • 2
    Machu Picchu

    Take an early bus to Machu Picchu to enjoy a 3-hour guided tour of the Inca citadel, exploring temples, terraces, and plazas. After free time for photos, return by bus and train to Cusco in the evening.

    3 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 3

    Humantay Lake Hike

    1 stop
  • 3
    Humantay Lake

    Travel to Soraypampa and hike to the turquoise Humantay Lake at 4,200m, surrounded by snow-capped peaks. Learn about its history and enjoy breathtaking scenery before returning to Cusco in the afternoon.

    11 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 4

    Rainbow Mountain Trek

    1 stop
  • 4

    Depart early for the drive to Vinicunca. Hike to the colorful Rainbow Mountain with views of Ausangate Glacier. Capture stunning photos before descending for lunch and returning to Cusco in the afternoon.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Discover Pachamama

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Hiking Tours
Multi-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Rail Tours
Archaeology Tours
Adventure Tours
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Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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