Summary Itinerary
- Day 1: City Tour in Cusco
- Day 2: Sacred Valley Tour – Aguas Calientes
- Day 3: Machu Picchu – Return to Cusco
- Day 4: South Valley Tour
- Day 5: Humantay Lake Full Day Tour
- Day 6: Rainbow Mountain Full Day Tour
- Day 7: End of the Trip
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: City Tour in Cusco
- Arrival and transfer from the airport to your hotel
- Free time to acclimatize to the altitude
- Afternoon city tour visiting the Cathedral, Qoricancha, Sacsayhuamán, Qenqo, Puca Pucara, and Tambomachay
- Return to the hotel
Day 2: Sacred Valley Tour – Aguas Calientes
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Pickup and departure to the Sacred Valley
- Photo stop at Taray viewpoint
- Visit to Pisac archaeological site and artisan market
- Buffet lunch in Urubamba
- Visit to Ollantaytambo archaeological site
- Train ride to Aguas Calientes and hotel check-in
- Overnight in Aguas Calientes
Day 3: Machu Picchu – Return to Cusco
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Bus ride to Machu Picchu Sanctuary
- 2-hour guided tour of the citadel
- Return to Aguas Calientes and lunch at a local restaurant
- Free time to explore the artisan market
- Train back to Ollantaytambo and transfer to Cusco
- Overnight in Cusco
Day 4: South Valley Tour
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Visit to Tipón, a site known for its impressive irrigation system
- Explore Pikillaqta, a pre-Inca Wari city
- Visit to Andahuaylillas Church, known as the “Sistine Chapel of the Andes”
- Return to Cusco and transfer to your hotel
- Overnight in Cusco
Day 5: Humantay Lake Full Day Tour
- Early morning departure to Mollepata
- Breakfast in Mollepata
- Continue to Soraypampa and begin the hike to Humantay Lake (approx. 1 hour)
- Time for photos and guide’s explanation
- Return to Soraypampa and lunch
- Drive back to Cusco and hotel drop-off
- Overnight in Cusco
Day 6: Rainbow Mountain Full Day Tour
- Early departure to Cusipata
- Breakfast stop in Cusipata
- Drive to the trailhead and begin the hike to Rainbow Mountain (approx. 1.5 hours)
- Time for photos and guided explanation
- Return hike and lunch in Cusipata
- Drive back to Cusco and hotel drop-off
- Overnight in Cusco
Day 7: End of the Trip
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Free time for personal activities
- Transfer to the airport at the scheduled time
Included
- Airport–hotel–airport transfers
- Tourist transportation for all excursions
- Professional bilingual guide
- Entrance tickets to all archaeological sites
- Round-trip train tickets to Machu Picchu
- Ongoing support and coordination from Travel Ruinas
Not Included
- Domestic and international flights
- Meals not specified in the itinerary
- Tips and personal expenses
Recommendations
- Bring a small backpack for daily excursions
- Carry snacks and water
- Follow the guide’s instructions at all times
- Bring a camera and extra batteries
- Carry some local cash for small purchases or souvenirs
- Rest upon arrival and drink coca tea to help acclimate to the altitude