Machu Picchu and Amazon Tour Package 7 Days 6 Nights
Experience two of Peru's most iconic destinations on this 7-day journey combining the ancient history of Cusco and Machu Picchu with the incredible biodiversity of the Amazon rainforest.
Begin your adventure in Cusco, the former capital of the Inca Empire, where you will explore the city's historic streets, impressive Inca sites, and colonial landmarks. Continue through the Sacred Valley before traveling by train to Aguas Calientes, the gateway to Machu Picchu. The following day, enjoy a guided visit to the legendary Inca citadel before returning to Cusco.
Your journey continues with an adventure to Rainbow Mountain and the Red Valley, combining spectacular Andean landscapes. After exploring the Andes, travel to Puerto Maldonado and enter the Tambopata rainforest for a completely different side of Peru.
Spend your final days surrounded by the Amazon rainforest, exploring jungle trails, observing wildlife, visiting a macaw clay lick, and learning about local Amazonian farming traditions. This itinerary combines history, adventure, nature, and wildlife in one unforgettable Peru tour package.
| Day 1: Arrival in Cusco and City Tour in the Afternoon Hotel in: Maytaq Wasin or similar |
| Day 2: Sacred Valley to Machu Picchu Hotel in: El Mapi by Inkaterra |
| Day 3: Machu Picchu Guided Visit + Return to Cusco Hotel in: Maytaq Wasin or similar |
| Day 4: Rainbow Mountain Hotel in: Maytaq Wasin or similar |
| Day 5: Tambopata Rainforest Hotel in: Posada Amazonas or similar |
| Day 6: Macaw Clay Lick and Amazon Farm Hotel in: Posada Amazonas or similar |
| Day 7: Return to Puerto Maldonado - Flight to Lima Hotel in: No required |
INCLUSIONS OF YOUR PACKAGE
Included: Please find below all the inclusions of your package based in: Private tours
- Private transfers to the airport in a tourist van with wide windows,
- Entrance tickets for all the attractions to visit,
- Professional English-speaking tour guide,
- Transport for the tours in a tourist van or small tourist bus,
- Expedition train
- Roundtrip bus tickets for Machu Picchu,
- Meals mentioned, and
- Hotels mentioned.
HOTELS INCLUDED
| Name | Location | Room | Nights | Check-in/out |
| Maytaq Wasin or similar | Matri & Double | 3 | 12:00 pm / 10 am | |
| Posada Amazonas | Amazonas | Matri & Double | 2 | 1 pm / 10 am |
| Hotel Ferrè | Matri & Double | 1 | 12 pm / 10 am |
The hotels used are subject to availability, and we can provide a similar option if the hotel provided does not have rooms.
Not included: There are some items we prefer to leave out, considering our tour policies.
- Flight tickets,
- Travel insurance,
- Gratuities.
Flight tickets: We only advise on which flights are best for the itinerary. We recommend using Latam Airlines (www.latam.com), Sky Airlines, or Jet Smart.
Day 1 / Arrival Cusco and City tour in the afternoon
Your adventure begins as soon as you land in Cusco. Our friendly representative will be waiting for you at the airport, holding a sign with our logo and your name, then we will take you to your hotel.
We will start the tour from Plaza de Armas, the heart of the city surrounded by historic landmarks like the Cathedral and the Church of the Society of Jesus. After exploring the square, embark on a walking tour through Cusco’s top attractions, including the 12-angled Stone, San Blas, and Loreto Street, immersing yourself in the city’s rich history and culture.
Next, visit Coricancha, the Temple of the Sun, once the Inca Empire’s most important temple, adorned with gold and precious stones. The Spanish later built the Church of Santo Domingo atop its foundations, blending Inca and Colonial architecture. The second half of the tour takes you to the impressive Inca sites surrounding Cusco. Start with Sacsayhuaman, a colossal fortress of precisely fitted stones, followed by Qenqo’s mysterious underground chambers, Puka Pukara’s military fortress, and Tambomachay’s intricate water features. Conclude your journey at Cristo Blanco.
Included: Guide, transportation, entrance tickets
Meals: None
Hotel: Maytaq Wasin or similar
Day 2 / Sacred Valley to Machu Picchu
Today we will explore the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Along the drive, we will see picturesque landscapes with farmlands and snowcapped mountains. Our first stop is at Alpaca Farm, a farm with llamas, alpacas, vicuñas, and guanacos where we can learn the Inca weaving process and you can get fine garments. Then we continue to the archaeological sites of Pisac and Ollantaytambo. In Pisac, there is a hands and crafts market where you can get fine artwork and textiles. Lunch is in Urubamba town. After exploring the Inca site of Ollantaytambo you will take the train to Aguas Calientes, and after 1 hour and a half of travel we will pick you up and take you to your hotel.
Included: Tourist van, guide, entrance ticket, and lunch in a tourist restaurant, expedition tickets train.
Meals: Breakfast and lunch
Hotel: Ferre Machu Picchu or similar
Day 3 / Machu Picchu guided visit and return to Cusco
We will take a bus to the mountaintop where Machu Picchu is located, a scenic 40-minute journey. Upon arrival, enjoy a comprehensive guided tour of the ancient citadel, lasting approximately two and a half hours. During the tour, you’ll explore remarkable Inca temples dedicated to the sun, moon, stars, lightning, rainbow, puma, condor, serpent, and other natural elements, as well as sacred fountains and ceremonial sites.
After the guided tour, return to Aguas Calientes for lunch. Please ensure you are ready at least 30 minutes before your train’s departure time. You’ll disembark at Ollantaytambo station, where our team will be waiting to drive you back to Cusco.
Included: Guided tour with an English-speaking professional guide, roundtrip bus tickets in Machu Picchu, entrance ticket to Machu Picchu, train tickets to Ollantaytambo.
Meals: Breakfast
Hotel: Maytaq Wasin or similar
Day 4 / Rainbow Mountain and Red Valley
We will pick you up from your hotel in Cusco and drive for 3 hours to the trailhead, where your local chef will serve a picnic breakfast with amazing views of the Vilcanota Mountain range. After breakfast, start a 2-hour hike to the top of Rainbow Mountain. The walk is challenging due to its high altitude (5,000m-16,000ft), but it's totally worth it once there. The Red Valley is just meters from Rainbow Mountain; you can reach the iron-rich soil landscapes after enjoying it. Then, you will continue to hike down to the trailhead, where your trekking chef will be waiting with a fresh picnic lunch prepared with local products. After the tour, we take you back to your hotel in Cusco.
Included: Transportation, professional tour guide, entrance tickets to Rainbow Mountain, oxygen tank, and first aid kit.
Meals: Breakfast and lunch in a restaurant
Hotel: Maytaq Wasin or similar
Day 5 / Cusco to Tambopata Rainforest: Welcome!
We will pick you up from your hotel to transfer you to Cusco Airport.
Arriving in Puerto Maldonado, you’ll take a one-hour drive and then a peaceful boat ride along the Tambopata River, enjoying your first taste of Amazonian cuisine en route. Upon reaching the riverbank, a staircase and short rainforest walk will lead you to Refugio Amazonas, a charming ecolodge nestled in a chestnut forest.
This eco-lodge features a bar, massage room, and dining area, and is the hub of the Wired Amazon citizen science program, where guests can join research activities like AmazonCam or Discovering New Species. Your spacious room includes mosquito nets, a private bathroom, and a forest-view window.
In the afternoon, climb the 35-meter Canopy Tower for breathtaking views and birdwatching. Before dinner, enjoy a night talk by researchers, followed by a forest outing to search for new species under the guidance of scientists.
Included: Transportation, guide services
Meals: Dinner
Hotel: Posada Amazonas
Day 6 / Macaw Clay Lick and Amazon Farm
Begin your day early with a visit to the Macaw Clay Lick, one of the Amazon's most impressive wildlife spectacles. On clear mornings, dozens of large macaws and hundreds of parrots gather on the riverbank, creating a vibrant display of color and sound. Observe discreetly as Green-winged, Scarlet, and Blue-and-gold Macaws, along with smaller parrots, descend to ingest clay, most active at dawn.
In the afternoon, you can participate in the AmazonCam activity. Set up camera traps along the trail to the Amazon farm, capturing images of elusive wildlife and contributing to important research on animal populations and behaviors.
Included: Transportation, guide services
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Hotel: Posada Amazonas
Day 7 / Return to Puerto Maldonado - Flight to Lima
Enjoy an early breakfast before departing Posada Amazonas. Return to Puerto Maldonado for your flight, taking with you unforgettable memories of your Amazon adventure and the satisfaction of contributing to the Wired Amazon program's conservation efforts in the Tambopata National Reserve.
Included: Transfer to the airport
Meals: Breakfast
Hotel: Not required
What to Pack for Machu Picchu and the Amazon
This 7-day Peru tour combines the high-altitude Andes with the warm and humid Amazon rainforest. Packing for different climates is essential, so we recommend bringing lightweight clothing for Tambopata and warm layers for Cusco, Machu Picchu, and Rainbow Mountain.
Essential Travel Items
- Original passport
- Travel documents and flight information
- Small daypack
- Reusable water bottle
- Personal medications
- Small amount of cash in Peruvian soles
- Camera or smartphone
- Portable charger or power bank
Clothing for Cusco and Machu Picchu
- Comfortable walking or hiking shoes
- Lightweight shirts
- Comfortable hiking pants
- Warm jacket or fleece
- Waterproof jacket or rain poncho
- Sun hat or cap
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen
For Rainbow Mountain
- Warm layers
- Windproof or waterproof jacket
- Comfortable hiking shoes
- Warm hat or beanie
- Gloves
- Sunscreen
- Water bottle
For the Amazon Rainforest
- Lightweight, breathable clothing
- Long-sleeved shirts
- Lightweight long pants
- Insect repellent
- Waterproof jacket or rain poncho
- Small flashlight or headlamp
- Binoculars for wildlife observation
- Extra socks
- Quick-drying clothing
We recommend packing in layers for the Andes and bringing lightweight, quick-drying clothing for Tambopata. Weather conditions can change quickly, especially in the mountains and rainforest.
Machu Picchu and Amazon Tour Package Price
Starting from US$1,350 per person
The price is based on double occupancy and small group services according to the itinerary.
Your package includes private airport transfers, transportation for the tours, professional English-speaking guides, entrance tickets to the attractions mentioned in the itinerary, Expedition train service to Machu Picchu, Vistadome train service for the return journey, roundtrip Machu Picchu bus tickets, selected meals, and hotel accommodations mentioned in the itinerary.
The package includes private airport transfers, transportation for the tours, professional English-speaking guides, entrance tickets to the attractions mentioned in the itinerary, Expedition and Vistadome train services, roundtrip Machu Picchu bus tickets, selected meals, hotel accommodations, and Amazon rainforest activities mentioned in the itinerary.
No. Domestic and international flights are not included in the package price. We can recommend the best flight schedules for Cusco to Puerto Maldonado and Puerto Maldonado to Lima based on your itinerary.
This 7-day itinerary includes Cusco, the Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Rainbow Mountain, Puerto Maldonado, and the Tambopata Amazon rainforest.
Yes. Your Machu Picchu entrance ticket, roundtrip bus tickets between Aguas Calientes and Machu Picchu, train tickets, and professional guided visit are included.
The package includes the Expedition train to Aguas Calientes and for the return journey. Train schedules and services are subject to availability.
Rainbow Mountain is located at approximately 5,000 meters (16,400 feet) above sea level. The high altitude can make the experience physically challenging. We recommend spending time in Cusco before the tour to acclimatize and following your guide's recommendations during the trip.
Tambopata has a warm, humid tropical climate. Rain can occur throughout the year, so we recommend bringing lightweight, quick-drying clothing, insect repellent, and a waterproof jacket or rain poncho.
The macaw clay lick is one of the best places to observe macaws and parrots in the Amazon rainforest. However, wildlife sightings depend on natural conditions, weather, and animal behavior and cannot be guaranteed.
Depending on natural conditions, you may observe macaws, parrots, monkeys, tropical birds, insects, and other Amazonian wildlife. All animals live freely in their natural habitat, so each visit offers a different experience.
The itinerary includes accommodation at Posada Amazonas or a similar Amazon lodge. The lodge provides comfortable rooms and access to guided rainforest activities according to the itinerary.
Yes. Meals specified in the daily itinerary are included during your stay in the Amazon rainforest. Please inform us in advance about any dietary restrictions or special food requirements.
Travel insurance is not included. We strongly recommend purchasing comprehensive travel insurance before traveling to Peru, especially for a trip that includes high-altitude destinations and rainforest activities.
Yes. We can customize the itinerary, hotel category, train service, and selected activities based on your travel preferences and available time in Peru.
