5-Day Cusco and Machu Picchu Tour with Sacred Valley and Rainbow Mountain
About This Tour
Discover Cusco through its historic center, important Inca and colonial landmarks, the Sacred Valley, and the unforgettable citadel of Machu Picchu. This 5-day...
Duration: 5 Days · Tour type: Shared · Activity level: Moderate · Accommodation: Included · Standard · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: Not applicable · Cities: Cusco, Machu Picchu, Ollantaytambo, Chinchero, Moray · Languages: English, French, German
Know before you go: You must arrive one day before, or early in the morning, to start the city tour.; Please make sure to pay for the tour one week before you arrive.; Let us know if you have any food restrictions.
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Chinchero
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What's Included
- Entrance tickets
- Four nights of hotels
- Professional guides: our guides studied English and tourism at Cusco National University. They all grew up in this region and are passionate about teaching others about their heritage. They are fun yet professional and will ensure you are safe and happy.
- Transportation
- All your transportation is included on this tour. We will pick you up from your hotel on the first morning and ensure you are escorted until you are returned to your hotel.
- Train tickets: train tickets are from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes in the Expeditions tourist class.
- Transfers: no matter which train you take from Machu Picchu to Cusco, the transfer back from the train station to your hotel is included.
Not Included
- Meals
- Drinks
- Personal stuff
Itinerary
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1Day 01
Cusco City Tour and Four Archaeological Sites
We will pick you up from the airport and transfer you to your hotel. Afterwards, we will explore downtown Cusco, starting with a visit to the main square, Plaza de Armas. Next, we will see the Twelve Angles Stone and Qoricancha Church, offering insight into the Inca royal houses and the Spanish constructions built upon Inca walls. We will then continue to four archaeological sites: Sacsayhuamán, Quenqo, Pucapucara, and Tambomachay. Included: Round-trip transportation from the airport to your hotel, guide, entrance fees, and hostel in the center of the city.
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2Day 02
Sacred Valley Tour and Overnight in Aguas Calientes
Our day will begin with a visit to Chinchero, where we will learn about the traditional methods used by native people to extract natural dyes from llamas and alpacas. Then, we will explore the circular terraces of Moray and visit the nearby Ollantaytambo archaeological site. From there, we will head to the train station to board a train to Aguas Calientes, also known as Machu Picchu Town, where we will spend the night. Included: Transportation, English-speaking guide, entrance fees to the Sacred Valley, train ticket from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes, and hostel accommodation.
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3Day 03
Machu Picchu Guided Visit and Return to Cusco
After breakfast, we will take a 30-minute bus ride to Machu Picchu. Our knowledgeable guide will provide a detailed explanation of the history and significance of this incredible wonder. We will then take the train back to Ollantaytambo, where a van will be waiting to transport you back to Cusco. Included: Round-trip bus transportation from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu, entrance fee to Machu Picchu, English-speaking guide, train ticket to Ollantaytambo, van transportation to Cusco, and hostel accommodation in the center of the city.
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4Day 04
Rainbow Mountain Hike
We will depart at 4:30 am for Cusipata town to have breakfast. From there, we will embark on a 2-hour hike to Rainbow Mountain, capturing stunning photographs. Afterwards, we will descend to our van and head to a restaurant for lunch. Finally, we will return to Cusco. Included: Breakfast, lunch, entrance fee, transportation, and guide.
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5Day 05
Departure Transfer
We will arrange your transfer to the airport for your departure.
Meeting Point
Meeting point: Airport or hotel · Tour start: Cusco, Perú — Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
