Summary Itinerary
- Day 1: City Tour in Cusco
- Day 2: Sacred Valley Tour – Aguas Calientes
- Day 3: Machu Picchu – Return to Cusco
- Day 4: Humantay Lake Full Day Tour
- Day 5: End of the Trip
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: City Tour in Cusco
- Pickup at Cusco airport and transfer to your hotel
- Free time to acclimate to the altitude
- Afternoon guided city tour including the Cathedral, Qoricancha, Sacsayhuamán, Qenqo, Puca Pucara, and Tambomachay
- Return to hotel
Day 2: Sacred Valley Tour – Aguas Calientes
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Departure to the Sacred Valley
- Scenic stop at the Taray viewpoint
- Visit to Pisac archaeological site and artisan market
- Buffet lunch in Urubamba
- Visit to Ollantaytambo archaeological site
- Train to Aguas Calientes and hotel check-in
- Overnight in Aguas Calientes
Day 3: Machu Picchu – Return to Cusco
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Bus ride up to Machu Picchu Sanctuary
- Guided tour of approximately 2 hours
- 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: 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 explanation from the guide
- Descent and lunch in Soraypampa
- Return to Cusco and transfer to your hotel
- Overnight in Cusco
Day 5: 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 transport for all excursions
- Professional bilingual guide
- Entrance tickets to archaeological sites
- Round-trip train tickets to Machu Picchu
- Ongoing support and assistance 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 bottled water
- Follow the guide’s instructions at all times
- Bring a camera and extra batteries
- Carry some cash for souvenirs or small purchases
- Rest upon arrival in Cusco and drink coca tea to better adapt to the altitude