City tour + VIP Valley + Machupicchu + Humantay Lagoon + Mountain 6D 5N

DAY 1: AIRPORT PICKUP – CITY TOUR
We will pick you up from the airport with a sign displaying your name and take you to your hotel. Once settled, we will begin the city tour.

The first place we will visit is the Cusco Cathedral to appreciate all the colonial art it houses. After that, we will head to the Inca temple of Qoricancha, known as the “Temple of the Sun,” where the impressive engineering used in its construction is truly remarkable. Then we will visit the Sacsayhuaman archaeological complex, located 3 km from the city of Cusco. This impressive Inca fortress boasts monumental stones and excellent architecture. It is famous for its enormous carved stones, some of which are 9 meters (30 feet) high and weigh more than 350 tons. This is where Inti Raymi, or the Festival of the Sun, takes place.

Next, we will visit Qenqo, a ceremonial and ritual center, an amphitheater where sacrifices were performed. Following that, we will visit Puca-Pucara, an ancient tambo, or place where the Incas stored their agricultural products and served as a lookout post along the Inca roads. Finally, we will visit Tambomachay, 7 km from the city of Cusco, a ceremonial center dedicated to water worship, and then return to Cusco.

Overnight at the Amaru Cusco Hotel (may vary).

DAY 2: VIP VALLEY

Our tour will begin with hotel pick-up between 6:00 am and 7:00 am. This excursion combines the cultural experiences of the Sacred Valley villages, the adaptation of food plants and community-run salt mines, with archaeological sites and natural landscapes, including snow-capped mountains such as Verónica and Chicón, among others. The tour will begin at 7:00 am. Our first stop will be the archaeological zone and textile center located in Chinchero.

Next, we will visit the Moray archaeological park, and we will also pass through the town of Maras where we will visit the salt mines before heading to the town of Urubamba where we will enjoy a buffet lunch at a tourist restaurant. After lunch, we will visit the archaeological sites of Ollantaytambo; Afterwards, we’ll visit the Pisaq Archaeological Park, and to conclude the tour, we’ll head to the town of Pisaq. There, we’ll make a 30-minute stop so passengers can visit the artisan market. We’ll finish our tour at approximately 7:00 pm in downtown Cusco, near the Plaza de Armas.

Overnight at the Amaru Cusco Hotel (prices may vary).

DAY 3: MACHU PICCHU FULL DAY

Very early in the morning, we will pick you up from your hotel in Cusco and take you to the Ollantaytambo train station to board the train that will take you through the Sacred Valley of the Incas to the town of Aguas Calientes. We will arrive in Aguas Calientes at approximately 9:00 AM, and from there, we will take a bus to the Machu Picchu Archaeological Park, located high in the mountains. Once at Machu Picchu, after checking in your tickets, our guide will begin the guided tour, providing you with a deeper understanding of the history and architecture of the Inca city of Machu Picchu. You will be amazed by the Inca constructions and temples, as well as the surrounding natural environment. In the afternoon, we will board our train to either the Ollantaytambo or Cusco station, depending on availability. The tour ends in Cusco.

Overnight at the Amaru Cusco Hotel (may vary).

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THE TOURIST TRAIN
The determining factor for reaching Machu Picchu is the tourist train, and there are two options when using the train; the route is the same, only the carriages and schedules vary: Expedition Train Peru Rail and Voyager Train Inca Rail.

DAY 4: HUMANTAY LAGOON

We will pick you up from your hotel between 3:30 and 4:30 AM and head north from Cusco to the town of Mollepata, a place with a pleasant climate located at 2,900 meters above sea level. There, we will arrive at the Casa Salkantay Museum Restaurant, a beautiful spot where, in addition to enjoying a buffet breakfast, you can admire the stunning natural scenery of the Apurímac Valley.

We will then continue our journey for another hour along a dirt road to Soraypampa, a tourist camp located at 3,800 meters above sea level. From there, we will begin our hike to Humantay Lagoon, which will take approximately one and a half hours, reaching an altitude of 4,300 meters above sea level. (Remember that you can rent horses in Soraypampa).

At Humantay Lagoon, you will have free time to take photos of the beautiful scenery before returning to Soraypampa to catch the bus back. We will stop again at the Salkantay House Museum Restaurant for a buffet lunch, after which our guide will explain the archaeological pieces found in the area.

Finally, we will return to the city of Cusco between 5:00 pm and 6:00 pm.

Overnight at the Amaru Cusco Hotel (may vary).

DAY 5: RAINBOW MOUNTAIN

This tour begins with an early morning pick-up from your hotel between 3:30 and 4:30 a.m. in our vehicle. We then travel through the southern valley of Cusco on the paved Cusco-Sicuani highway to a place called Checacupe. Here, we turn east, arriving at the town of Pitumarca where we will have a buffet breakfast at approximately 7:40 a.m. Afterward, we continue by vehicle to the Pampachiri Peasant Community, a 45-minute drive.

We will then pass through the entrance gate, where we will need to pay the entrance fees. The peasant community will then offer horses for those who prefer not to walk, and our guide will assist us in negotiating the price with the horseman if needed.

At approximately 9:00 a.m., we begin the hike, which will last approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes until we reach Vinicunca, or Rainbow Mountain. Upon arrival, you will have free time to take photos and explore the area up to the highest point (5200 meters above sea level). Please be mindful not to exceed the time indicated by the guide for remaining on the mountain, as this could lead to altitude sickness or oxygen deprivation. Afterward, we will return to Pampachiri along the same route, board our transport, and return to the town of Pitumarca for a buffet lunch at 1:30 p.m.

After lunch, we will return to the city of Cusco. We will arrive in Cusco between 5:00 and 6:00 p.m., dropping our travelers off near the Plaza de Armas.

Overnight at the Amaru Cusco Hotel (dates may vary).

DAY 6: TRANSFER TO THE AIRPORT

To complete your package, we offer a punctual and private airport transfer service. We’ll pick you up from your hotel and take you there with plenty of time to spare, ensuring a smooth journey. It’s the perfect way to end your experience in comfort, safety, and complete peace of mind.

DAY 1: AIRPORT PICKUP – CITY TOUR

MORNING 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM

AFTERNOON 12:50 PM – 6:30 PM

• 12:50 PM Meeting at a designated location near the Plaza de Armas.
• 1:00 PM Tour begins with a visit to the Cusco Cathedral.
• 2:00 PM Guided tour of the Inca temple of Qoricancha.
• 2:50 PM Guided tour of the Sacsayhuaman archaeological complex.
• 4:30 PM Visit to the archaeological complexes of Qenqo, Puka Pukara, and Tambomachay.
• 6:30 PM Arrival in the city of Cusco.

DAY 2: SACRED VALLEY VIP

• 6:00-7:00 AM, Pick-up from your hotel for the tour.
• 7:30 AM, Start of the full-day tour.
• 9:30 AM, Visit to the archaeological site and textile center located in Chinchero.
• 11:30 AM, Visit to the Moray Archaeological Park and the Salt Mines.
• 1:30 PM, Buffet lunch at a tourist restaurant in the city of Urubamba.
• 2:45 PM, Guided tour of the Ollantaytambo Archaeological Complex.
• 5:00 PM, Visit to the Pisaq Archaeological Park and artisan market.
• 7:00 PM, Arrival in the city of Cusco, end of the tour.

DAY 3: MACHU PICCHU FULL DAY

(SCHEDULES MAY VARY)

• 4:00 AM Pick-up by transport to travel to the train station.
• 7:00 AM Arrival in Ollantaytambo to board the tourist train.
• 8:40 AM Arrival in Aguas Calientes to board the Consetur bus to the archaeological site of Machu Picchu.
• 9:30 AM Check-in at the entrance gate and start of the guided tour of Machu Picchu.
• 11:30 AM End of the guided tour and free time for taking photos.
• 1:00 PM Return to Aguas Calientes on the Consetur tourist bus.
• 2:00 PM Free time for lunch.
• 4:00 PM Return by tourist train to Ollantaytambo.
• 4:00 PM Return by tourist transport from Ollantaytambo to the city of Cusco.
• 8:00 PM Arrival in the city of Cusco. End of Tour

DAY 4: HUMANTAY LAGOON

• 3:30-4:30 AM We pick you up at your hotel in Cusco.
• 4:40 AM We travel to Mollepata town for 2 hours.
• 7:00 AM Buffet breakfast in Mollepata at the Casa Salkantay Museum Restaurant.
• 7:30 AM We continue for another hour to Soraypampa (3800 m.a.s.l.).
• 9:00 AM Start of the hike (Hike duration: 1 hour and 30 minutes).
• 10:30 AM Free time to enjoy the lagoon and a guided explanation.
• 12:00 PM We return to Soraypampa to catch our transport.
• 2:00 PM We stop in Mollepata for a buffet lunch.
• We return to the city of Cusco, arriving between 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm.

DAY 5: RAINBOW MOUNTAIN

• 3:30 – 4:30 AM Pick-up for the tour at your hotel, then travel to the south of the city.
• 7:30 AM Buffet breakfast at a tourist restaurant located in the town of Pitumarca.
• 9:00 AM Start of the hike.
• 11:30 AM Arrival at Rainbow Mountain.
• 12:00 PM Return to the tourist transport.
• 2:00 PM Buffet lunch at a tourist restaurant in the town of Pitumarca.
• 5:30 PM Arrival in the city of Cusco, end of the tour.

DAY 5: TRANSFER TO THE AIRPORT

INCLUYE:

DAY 1: CITY TOUR

• Airport pickup and transfer to the hotel.
• Tourist transportation.
• Guided group tour with a professional English-Spanish speaking guide.
• Pre-tour assistance.
• 1 night at the Amaru Cusco Hotel.

DAY 2: SACRED VALLEY VIP

• Hotel pick-up
• Tourist transportation
• Guided group tour with a professional English-Spanish speaking guide
• Buffet lunch at a tourist restaurant
• 1 night at the Amaru Cusco Hotel

DAY 3: MACHU PICCHU FULL DAY

• Pre-tour information one day before your trip in Cusco.
• Transfers from Cusco to the train station in Ollantaytambo.
• Round-trip train ticket from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes.
• Round-trip bus ticket from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu.
• Entrance to Machu Picchu Circuit 2, subject to availability.
• Professional English-Spanish speaking guide. (Ask about other languages; additional fees apply for private tours only.)
• 1 night at Hotel Amaru Cusco.

DAY 4: HUMANTAY LAGOON

• Pick-up from your hotel.
• Tourist transportation.
• Buffet breakfast.
• Buffet lunch.
• Professional tour guide (Spanish – English).
• First aid kit and oxygen tank.
• 1 night at the Amaru Cusco Hotel.

DAY 5: RAINBOW MOUNTAIN

• Pick-up from your hotel.
• Tourist transportation.
• Buffet breakfast.
• Buffet lunch.
• Professional tour guide (Spanish – English).
• First aid kit and oxygen tank.
• 1 night at the Amaru Cusco Hotel.

DAY 6: TRANSFER TO THE AIRPORT

• At the scheduled time we will pick you up from your hotel for transfer to the airport in private transportation.

DOES NOT INCLUDE:

DAY 1: CITY TOUR

• Entrance to the Cathedral (25 soles for Peruvian tourists and 40 soles for foreign tourists).
• Entrance to Qoricancha (20 soles for both Peruvian and foreign tourists).
• Entrance to Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Puka-Pukara, and Tambomachay (entrance fee: 40 soles for Peruvian tourists and 70 soles for foreign tourists).
• Meals.
• Other services not mentioned.

DAY 1: SACRED VALLEY VIP

• Breakfast and dinner.
• Entrance fees to Pisac Ruins, Ollantaytambo, Chinchero, and Moray (Entrance fee: 40 soles for Peruvian tourists and 70 soles for foreign tourists).
• Entrance fees to Maras Salt Mines (Entrance fee: 15 soles for Peruvian tourists and 25 soles for foreign tourists).
• Other services not mentioned.

DAY 3: MACHU PICCHU FULL DAY

• Meals.
• Entrance to Huayna Picchu.
• Other services not mentioned.

DAY 4: HUMANTAY LAGOON

• Horse rental (approximate cost 70 soles per person).
• Entrance fees to the town of Mollepata (10 soles for Peruvian tourists and 20 soles for foreign tourists).
• Tips.

DAY 5: RAINBOW MOUNTAIN

• Entrance fees for the hike (25 soles for foreign tourists and 15 soles for Peruvian tourists)
• Horse rental (approximately 90 soles)
• Tips.
• Other services not mentioned.

DAY 6: TRANSFER TO THE AIRPORT

• Food.
• Services not mentioned.

• Bring your ID or passport.
• Arrive at the train station half an hour early.
• Don’t bring too much luggage; only 7 kg is allowed on the train.
• We suggest bringing a small backpack with your camera, a hat, sunscreen, mosquito repellent, and a water bottle.
• At Machu Picchu, you will climb many steps, so wear appropriate walking shoes.
• After the guided tour of Machu Picchu, enjoy the magical moment, open your arms, and recharge your energy.
• Visit the hot springs if you have time after visiting Machu Picchu.
• The route to Humantay Lagoon and Rainbow Mountain involves a lot of walking, so wear appropriate hiking boots.
• Consider your physical condition and altitude acclimatization when undertaking this trek. We recommend acclimatizing to the altitude for several days beforehand. Our tour guides carry a first-aid kit and an oxygen tank for your use should you need them.
• We recommend wearing appropriate hiking shoes, as this is a high-altitude route.
• Bring a backpack (25 liters maximum) containing your camera, hat, sunscreen, and a water bottle.
• It sometimes rains in the mountains, so we recommend bringing a jacket to protect yourself from the rain and cold, as well as a t-shirt that you can leave on the transport to change into if it gets wet at the end of the hike.
• You can also bring coca leaves and coca candies, which provide extra energy during your mountain hike.