TOUR DETAILS
Cusco is a unique and fascinating destination that invites you to discover the history, culture, nature, and heritage of the Andes in an unforgettable five-day experience.
During this journey, you will explore the former capital of the Inca Empire, visit its main archaeological sites, and discover some of the most impressive attractions in the Sacred Valley, including Chinchero, Moray, the Maras Salt Mines, Urubamba, and Ollantaytambo.
The experience continues with a visit to Machu Picchu, one of the world’s most iconic wonders, and concludes with an adventure to Vinicunca, the Rainbow Mountain, where you will enjoy spectacular views of the Andean landscapes.
The entire program is designed as a private service, offering personalized attention, private transportation, professional guides, and accommodation in 4-star hotels.
ITINERARY
DESTINATIONS
MEALS
Breakfast: Days 2, 3, 4, and 5.
Lunch: Days 2, 3, and 4.
SERVICE TYPE
Private Service.
HIGHLIGHTS
CUSCO
Discover the former capital of the Inca Empire, where Inca and colonial architecture come together. Visit the Plaza de Armas, the Cathedral, the Temple of Qorikancha, and the main archaeological complexes located around the city.
CHINCHERO
Discover this traditional Andean town, known for its rich cultural traditions, beautiful textile art, and important archaeological remains.
MORAY
Explore this unique Inca agricultural complex, featuring impressive circular terraces built into a natural depression in the landscape.
MARAS SALT MINES
Admire the impressive landscape formed by hundreds of salt pools built along the mountainside and traditionally used for salt production.
OLLANTAYTAMBO
Explore one of the best-preserved Inca towns in Peru and discover its impressive stone structures, terraces, and ceremonial areas.
MACHU PICCHU
Visit one of the world’s most renowned wonders. Explore the ancient Inca citadel accompanied by a professional guide and discover its temples, terraces, plazas, and ceremonial structures surrounded by an extraordinary natural landscape.
VINICUNCA – RAINBOW MOUNTAIN
Experience an adventure in the Andes and discover one of the most impressive natural landscapes in Peru. The route offers spectacular views of the high-altitude Andes and the majestic surroundings of the Ausangate mountain range.
Arrival at Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport in Cusco, where our staff will be waiting to greet you and transfer you to your hotel.
After check-in, and according to your arrival time, the City Tour will begin.
You will visit the Cusco Cathedral, located in the historic Plaza de Armas, and then the Coricancha Temple, one of the most important religious sites of the ancient Inca Empire.
You will continue to the hills of Cusco to visit Sacsayhuamán, renowned for its impressive stone constructions.
The tour will continue to Qenqo, an ancient ceremonial center; Puca Pucará, a complex associated with the control and surveillance of the roads; and Tambomachay, known for its fountains and water channels.
At the end of the tour, you will return to your hotel.
Overnight in Cusco at your selected hotel.
After breakfast at the hotel, at the agreed-upon time, our private transportation will pick you up to begin a comprehensive experience of some of the most representative sites in the Sacred Valley of the Incas.
Our first stop will be Chinchero, a traditional Andean town renowned for its cultural traditions, textile art, and archaeological remains. Here, you will learn about part of the community’s cultural heritage and appreciate traditional Andean weaving techniques.
We will continue to Moray, an extraordinary Inca agricultural complex composed of large circular terraces built into a natural depression in the terrain. Its unique design is one of the most striking examples of Inca agricultural engineering.
Afterward, we will visit the Maras Salt Mines, an impressive network of salt pans built into the mountainside. The landscape
offers a spectacular contrast between the salt pans, the mountains, and the Andean environment.
We will continue our journey to Urubamba, where we will enjoy lunch at a selected restaurant.
After lunch, we will proceed to Ollantaytambo, one of the most important archaeological sites in the Sacred Valley. During the visit, we will explore its main areas and discover the significance of this ancient city during the Inca period.
After the visit, we will go directly to the Ollantaytambo train station, where we will board our train to Aguas Calientes.
Upon arrival, our staff will be waiting to assist you and accompany you to your hotel.
Overnight in Aguas Calientes at your selected hotel.
After breakfast, you will go to the bus station to begin the ascent to the citadel of Machu Picchu.
Accompanied by your local guide, you will take a guided tour of this extraordinary archaeological site.
During the tour, you will explore its main areas and discover the history, architecture, and significance of this important legacy of the Inca civilization. You will have time to enjoy the scenery and take photographs.
After the visit, you will descend back to Aguas Calientes, where you will enjoy lunch.
At the scheduled time, you will board the train back to Ollantaytambo station.
Upon arrival, our private transportation will be waiting to transfer you back to your hotel in Cusco.
Overnight in Cusco at your selected hotel.
This day will begin early, approximately between 4:00 and 4:30 a.m., with pickup from your hotel.
We will begin our journey to Cusipata, where we will stop for breakfast.
Afterward, we will continue to the starting point of the hike to Vinicunca, the Rainbow Mountain.
Before beginning the hike, our guide will provide the necessary recommendations to ensure a safe trek.
The route traverses breathtaking high Andean landscapes and offers panoramic views of the surrounding mountains.
Upon reaching the Vinicunca viewpoint, you will have time to admire the scenery, rest, and take photographs.
Afterward, we will begin the descent to the meeting point with our transportation.
We will continue to Cusipata, where you will enjoy lunch. After lunch, we will begin our return trip to Cusco. Overnight in Cusco at your selected hotel.
After breakfast at the hotel, you will check out.
At the agreed-upon time, our team will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport in Cusco.
Transfer to board your departure flight.
We hope you enjoyed an unforgettable experience discovering the history, culture, nature, and heritage of Peru.
