Want to see Rainbow Mountain and Machu Picchu but only have 5 days? This itinerary is designed for you. Unlike other express tours, we INCLUDE the Sacred Valley to help you acclimatize before the mountain hike. You will explore Inca ruins and markets, sleep in Aguas Calientes for a sunrise Machu Picchu tour, and finish your trip with the epic hike to Vinicunca. The perfect balance of culture and adventure.
On this day we will make a tour of the city of Cusco and its most important attractions, we will visit the Temple of the Sun Qoricancha, Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Tambomachay and Puka Pukara. Finally you will return to your hotel.
This day we will visit the Sacred Valley of the Incas, starting with the visit of Chinchero where we will be shown the elaboration of textiles and colors in a natural way, then we will visit Moray, an agricultural and particular center in addition to knowing the salt mines of Maras and Ollantaytambo. finally we will travel by train to Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu Town).
This day we will visit one of the 7 wonders of the world Machu Picchu, a grandiose place that will surprise us with its majesty and Inca constructions with religious and / or ceremonial purposes, a must on your visit to Peru.
On this day we will make a tour of the city of Cusco and its most important attractions, we will visit the Temple of the Sun Qoricancha, Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Tambomachay and Puka Pukara. Finally you will return to your hotel.
On this day we will make a tour of the city of Cusco and its most important attractions, we will visit the Temple of the Sun Qoricancha, Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Tambomachay and Puka Pukara. Finally you will return to your hotel.
DAY 1
Welcome to Cusco. We will meet you at the Cusco Airport and transfer you to your hotel in the historical center of the city. In the afternoon we will start the City Tour walking through the narrow streets made of stone and visit the Qoricancha known as the temple of the sun, the main temple of the Incas, then board the tourist bus that will take us to Sacsayhuaman, this place was built with huge blocks of stone that make up its monumental walls that leave our visitors amazed, then we go to Qenqo, Puka Pukara and finally Tambomachay, archaeological centers of important character of the Andean culture.
Our tour ends in Cusco's Main Square at 18:30 pm
DAY 2
Full day excursion. We will pick you up at 7:30 am from your hotel to head to the Sacred Valley of the Incas. We will start visiting the archaeological center of Pisac at 45 minutes that will give you an idea of the advanced knowledge that the Incas achieved in architecture, from one of its many natural viewpoints, we will observe the impressive landscapes and natural snowy Sacred Valley, we will have the opportunity to appreciate its famous and picturesque craft market and its various forms of trade.
At noon, through the banks of the Vilcanota River, we will continue our journey to Urubamba to enjoy a delicious Novo-Andean buffet lunch of exquisite Peruvian cuisine.
In the afternoon we will visit the fortress of Ollantaytambo which was a strategic military center. It is in Ollantaytambo that we will board the train to Aguas Calientes to visit Machu Picchu the following day.
DAY 3
Very early we will go to the bus station, to ascend to 400 m high for 30 minutes, finally we arrive to the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu and enjoy the sunrise, the view is breathtaking, we will enjoy the guided tour for approximately 02 hours for you to know better the history and architecture of the Inca City of Machu Picchu. You will be amazed with the Inca constructions and temples, as well as the natural environment that surrounds it.
After the tour you will have free time to continue exploring and take pictures to remember your visit. In the afternoon we will take the bus back to Aguas Calientes where you will have time to have lunch, rest and visit the town of Aguas Calientes. At the appointed time we will board the train back to Ollantaytambo where a staff will be waiting to transfer you to your hotel in Cusco.
DAY 4
Very early, at approximately 4:30 am we will pick you up from the hotel to go to the town of Cusipata - Paucarpata, (3310 masl.) a journey of 2 hours south east of the city of Cusco, located on the road to the snowy Ausangate where we can enjoy a delicious breakfast, then continue our journey for 1 hour to reach the checkpoint and start the hike, (people who do not want to walk can rent a horse at the entrance control).
We will start our hike for 1 hour and 30 minutes up the mountain until we reach the top, we will walk along a path that will gradually change the panorama between mountains of intense colors and small streams of icy water, we will reach the top of the wonderful rainbow mountain (Vinicunca), our guide will start with the explanation to learn more about the origin, orography, ecosystem and color of the colorful mountain.
Finally, you will have time to take pictures, contemplate the fascinating landscape and observe the typical flora and fauna of the Andes, among which highlights the presence of Llamas and Alpacas. At the appropriate time we return to the starting point where we will have lunch and then board the bus back to Cusco, arriving at approximately 18:00 hrs.
DAY 5
Breakfast at the hotel and take the opportunity to walk the main streets, visit the churches and museums that surround the historic center of Cusco, and taste the famous Peruvian cuisine. At an appropriate time, transfer to the Alejandro Velasco International Airport in Cusco to board your departure flight to Lima.
We have several options to suit your budget. The price of your package will depend on whether you come in a group or want a private tour (minimum 2 people). Also, it will depend on the type of train and guide you select. The price we will offer you will be PER PERSON.
THE VOYAGER Train IncaRail or EXPEDITION Train PeruRail
Basic Hotel
Train THE VOYAGER IncaRail or Train EXPEDITION PeruRail
2-Star Hotel
Train THE VOYAGER IncaRail or Train EXPEDITION PeruRail
3-Star Hotel
If you prefer to upgrade to the VISTADOME Train service, the additional cost is US$ 95.00 per person, per way (outbound or return).
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