Best of Cusco in 5 Days: Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu & Rainbow Mountain

Our driver will be waiting for you at the airport to welcome you and transfer you comfortably to your hotel in Cusco.

At 1:00 pm, your city tour begins at Plaza de Armas, the heart of Cusco, surrounded by iconic landmarks such as the Cathedral and the Church of the Society of Jesus. Continue on a walking tour through the city's most important attractions, including the famous 12-Angled Stone, the artistic neighborhood of San Blas, and Loreto Street, where you'll experience Cusco's rich history and culture.

Next, visit Qoricancha, the Temple of the Sun, once the most important temple of the Inca Empire, renowned for its walls once covered in gold. The tour then continues to the impressive archaeological sites surrounding Cusco, including Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Puka Pukara, and Tambomachay. Finally, stop at Cristo Blanco to enjoy panoramic views of Cusco and the Andes before returning to your hotel.

Included: Tourist transportation, professional English-speaking guide, entrance tickets to the Cathedral, Qoricancha (Temple of the Sun), and the Cusco Tourist Ticket (including Sacsayhuaman and the archaeological sites).
Meals: Breakfast
Hotel: San Agustin International or similar

Explore the highlights of the Sacred Valley on this full-day tour, beginning with the ancient Inca citadel of Pisac, renowned for its impressive terraces, panoramic mountain views, and vibrant artisan market. Continue to Ollantaytambo, one of the best-preserved living Inca towns, where you'll admire its remarkable stone architecture and ceremonial temples.

Next, visit Moray, a fascinating complex of circular terraces believed to have served as an Inca agricultural laboratory, before exploring the spectacular Maras Salt Mines, where thousands of salt ponds have been harvested since pre-Inca times. Enjoy lunch in the village of Urubamba before boarding your evening train to Aguas Calientes.

Included: Tourist transportation, professional English-speaking guide, Cusco Tourist Ticket, and train ticket to Aguas Calientes.
Meals: Breakfast and lunch
Hotel: Hotel Ferre or similar

Take a scenic 40-minute bus ride from Aguas Calientes to the entrance of Machu Picchu. Upon arrival, enjoy a guided tour of the ancient Inca citadel lasting approximately two and a half hours. Explore the site's most important temples, ceremonial areas, sacred fountains, agricultural terraces, and remarkable stone architecture while learning about the history, engineering, and spiritual significance of the Inca civilization.

After the guided tour, return by bus to Aguas Calientes, where you'll have free time for lunch before boarding the Vistadome train to Ollantaytambo. Upon arrival, our private transportation will be waiting to transfer you comfortably back to your hotel in Cusco.

Included: Professional English-speaking guide, entrance ticket to Machu Picchu, round-trip bus tickets between Aguas Calientes and Machu Picchu, Vistadome train ticket to Ollantaytambo, and private transportation from Ollantaytambo to your hotel in Cusco.
Meals: Breakfast
Hotel: San Agustin International or similar

Your adventure begins early in the morning with pickup from your hotel in Cusco. From there, you'll travel approximately three hours through the scenic South Valley to the trailhead near Rainbow Mountain. Before starting the hike, enjoy a freshly prepared breakfast while taking in spectacular views of the Vilcanota Mountain Range.

After breakfast, begin the hike to Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca), one of Peru's most breathtaking natural attractions. The ascent takes about two hours and is considered moderately challenging due to the high altitude of approximately 5,036 m (16,522 ft). Once at the summit, you'll have plenty of time to admire the colorful mineral-striped landscape, take photographs, and enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding Andes.

After soaking in the scenery, descend back to the trailhead, where a delicious lunch awaits. Finally, relax on the return drive to Cusco, where you'll be dropped off at your hotel.

Included: Tourist transportation, professional English-speaking guide, entrance ticket to Rainbow Mountain, breakfast, and lunch.
Meals: Breakfast and lunch
Hotel: San Agustin International or similar

At the scheduled time, our representative will pick you up from your hotel and provide a comfortable transfer to Cusco Airport for your departing flight.

Included: Private transfer from your hotel to Cusco Airport.
Meals: Breakfast