3 Day Cusco Adventure with Capsule & Rainbow Mountain

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Maras Salt Mines – Moray – Chinchero – Abra Malaga – Santa Teresa
4 stops
1
Cusco
Your adventure begins with hotel pickup in Cusco at 8:30 AM. From there we travel through the Sacred Valley region to the picturesque village of Maras, home to the famous Maras Salt Mines. Here you will observe more than 4,000 small salt pools where local families continue the traditional process of salt extraction that dates back to pre Inca times.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
2
Zona Arqueologica Moray
The journey continues to Moray, an impressive Inca agricultural research center made up of circular terraces. Each level creates a different microclimate, which the Incas used to experiment with crops and adapt plants to different ecological conditions in the Andes.
45 minutes • Admission ticket not included
3
Chinchero
Next we visit Chinchero, a traditional Andean village known for its Inca textile traditions. Here you will witness the complete weaving process, including washing, spinning, natural dyeing, and weaving of alpaca and other Andean fibers.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free
4
After the cultural visits, we continue by vehicle to Abra Malaga Pass (4,600 m / 15,091 ft), surrounded by sacred mountains and glacier landscapes. From here we descend toward Santa Teresa, where you will relax in the Santa Teresa Hot Springs, natural thermal waters emerging from underground mountain sources. In the evening we arrive at the Capsule Hotel Domes, unique transparent glass capsules suspended high above the river valley, offering spectacular views of the surrounding mountains. This extraordinary accommodation provides a memorable overnight experience in the Peruvian Andes.
6 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 2
Biking + Zipline + Rafting + Return to Cusco
2 stops
5
The day begins early at 5:30 AM with a nutritious breakfast before starting an exciting mountain biking adventure. The route descends through lush Andean cloud forest and jungle landscapes, offering spectacular scenery and fresh mountain air. After the biking experience, the adventure continues with an exhilarating zipline (canopy tour) where you will glide above the valley and enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding mountains.
5 hours • Admission ticket free
6
Cusco
Next, we experience the thrill of rafting on the Santa Teresa River, navigating exciting rapids for approximately one hour under the supervision of professional guides. Following the adventure activities, we enjoy lunch before returning by private transportation to the city of Cusco, arriving in the evening.
6 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 3
Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca) Tour
2 stops
7
Cusco
The final day begins with early hotel pickup in Cusco between 4:30 AM and 5:00 AM. We travel by vehicle through the highlands of the Andes Mountains toward the trailhead of the famous Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca). This natural wonder is located at 5,200 meters (17,060 ft) above sea level in the Vilcanota Mountain Range, near the majestic Ausangate Mountain, the fifth highest peak in Peru (6,385 m / 20,948 ft). During the hike you will cross beautiful Andean landscapes, see traditional villages, llamas and alpacas, and interact with local communities who have lived in this remote region for generations.
6 hours • Admission ticket free
8
Vinicunca
Upon reaching the Rainbow Mountain viewpoint, you will enjoy a breathtaking 360-degree panoramic view of the colorful mineral layers that make this destination one of the most spectacular natural attractions in Peru. This unforgettable experience allows travelers to connect with the beauty of the Peruvian Andes, nature, and local culture before returning to Cusco.
7 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

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

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