MACHU PICCHU AND CUSCO TOUR IN 7 DAYS
DESCRIPTION OF THE TRIP
Embark on an unforgettable experience exploring the treasures of Cusco and its surroundings. Start with a warm welcome and acclimatization in the imperial city. Then, immerse yourself in the history and culture of the Sacred Valley of the Incas, with its breathtaking landscapes and archaeological sites.
The highlight of the trip is a visit to the majestic citadel of Machu Picchu, with the option to ascend the challenging Huayna Picchu for a unique view. The adventure continues with a hike to the impressive 7 Colors Mountain (Vinicunca), a unique natural spectacle in the world.
Discover the rich history of Cusco on a City Tour, touring its temples, colonial streets and Inca vestiges. Finally, enjoy the natural beauty of the Humantay Lagoon, surrounded by imposing snow-capped mountains, before culminating this magical experience with your return to Lima.
This trip combines history, adventure and dreamlike landscapes, ensuring unforgettable memories in the heart of the Inca Empire.
Program details
- Day 1: Arrival in Cusco and Transfer to Hotel
- Day 2: Visit to the Sacred Valley of the Incas
- Day 3: Visit to the Inca City of Machupicchu (Optional Visit to Huaynapicchu)
- Day 4: Visit to the 7 Colors Mountain (Vinicunca)
- Day 5: City Tour Cusco
- Day 6: Visit to the Humantay Lagoon
- Day 7: Departure from Cusco-Lima
TRAVEL ITINERARY
Arrival in Cusco and transfer to hotel
Upon arrival at the Alejandro Velasco Astete airport in Cusco, we pick you up and take you to your hotel. Afterwards you will be offered an easily digestible breakfast and/or lunch (as appropriate) after which we offer you a break for acclimatization followed by a short walk around the main square of Cusco and its surroundings.
- Cusco 3400 msnm
- Transfer airport - hotel
- Hotel night
- Flight Lima - Cusco
Visit to the Sacred Valley of the Incas
We begin our tour to the Sacred Valley. Departing from Chinchero, where we will visit its traditional market, then we will visit the salt mines of Maras (Andean salt mines) and the circular agricultural terraces of Moray (ancient Inca agricultural experimentation center). We will have lunch in Urubamba (heart of the Sacred Valley of the Incas). Then we will go to the fortress of Ollantaytambo and in the afternoon we will take the tourist train to the town of Machupicchu where we will spend the night.
- Transfer to the places to visit
- Breakfast and lunch
- Admission ticket
- Tourist train to Machupicchu
- Official tourist guide
- Hotel night
Visit to the Inca City of Machupicchu
In the early hours of the morning we will enjoy breakfast. Then we go to the station to board our bus to Machupicchu and we will see how spectacular the Inca city is. You have the guided tour for 3 hours, there is also the option of Huaynapicchu mountain; You will have time to meditate inside Machu Picchu, charge your energy and take the impressive photos, which will be an unforgettable memory, then we return to Aguas Calientes and then we go to the train station to go to Ollantaytambo and then we will transfer you to your hotel in Cusco.
- Bus for transfer station - hotel
- Breakfast
- Tren tourist
- Admission ticket
- Official tourist guide
- Hotel night in Cusco
Visit to the 7 Colors Mountain (Vinicunca)
We will make a first stop in Cusipata, where we will enjoy a buffet breakfast, and then continue with the route of approximately 5 kilometers to the 7 Colors Mountain. The hike is approximately 2 hours, throughout the journey we will appreciate the breathtaking scenery.
Upon reaching the top we will observe the wonderful colors of the mountain, we will have some time to enjoy the natural wonder of the mountain of 7 colors whose multicolored shades are due to different minerals, where we can take a photo session. Finally, we will enjoy lunch in Cusipata and return to Cusco at 17:30 approximately.
- Transfer to the places to visit
- Breakfast and lunch on the tour
- Admission ticket
- Official tourist guide
- Hotel night
Cusco City Tour
09:00 or 13:00 (according to choice)
The tour will be done on foot in Cusco: Plaza de Armas, “Cathedral of Cusco” and the Temple of Santo Domingo, Q’oricancha (Temple of the Sun), then we will go to the fortress of the temple of Sacsayhuaman to continue to the archaeological complex of Q’enqo, and continue our journey to the fortress of Puca Pucara continue to the water temple of Tambomachay then we will move to the hotel ending the day.
- Transfer to the places to visit
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Admission ticket
- Official tourist guide
- Hotel night
Visit to the Humantay Lagoon
The tour begins between 4:00 and 4:30 am with the transfer from Cusco to Mollepata, where you will enjoy breakfast. Then, you will hike for 1.5 to 2 hours from Soraypampa (3850 m.a.s.l.), with a terrain of ups and downs. If you prefer not to walk, you can rent horses that will accompany you along the way. During the ride, you will be able to enjoy the views of the snow-capped mountains of Humantay, as well as the local flora and fauna. At the end, you will return to Cusco. It is recommended to bring warm clothes due to the cold climate of the area.
- Laguna Humantay 3200 msnm
- Transfer to the places to visit
- Breakfast and lunch on the tour
- Admission ticket
- Official tourist guide
- Hotel night
Departure from Cusco - Lima
This last day in the city of Cusco, we will pick you up at your hotel and take you to the airport where we will board your flight to the city of Lima.
We hope you enjoyed your incredible trip to Cusco, this day is the end of our services. See you soon and thank you very much for choosing us!
- Hotel - airport transportation
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Cusco to Lima - departure
WHAT DOES THE TRIP INCLUDE?
Hotel:
- 05 nights hotel in Cusco
- 01 night hotel in Machu Picchu town
Transportation and transfers:
- Private transportation from airport to hotel (round trip)
- Train and tourist bus to Machu Picchu (round trip) – Expedition Train
- Transfer to all places to visit
Tour/excursions and entrance fees:
- Private guide in Machu Picchu
- Shared service in the other tours
- Tour guide in all tours
- Sacred Valley Tour (Chinchero, Maras,
- Moray and Ollantaytambo).
- Mountain of colors
- Laguna humantay
- City tour in Cusco
Meals:
- 06 Breakfasts
- 03 Lunches
Flights:
- Optional local flights (Lima-Cusco round-trip)
- Included with 8kg bag+carryon 10KG
- International flights optional
- Meals not mentioned in the program
International flights, price varies according to travel date.
TRAVEL PRICES
Category: ⭐ Tours only
Hotels: No hotels – Breakfast not included
Price:
- With flights (Lima-Cusco-Lima): $ 835
Category:
⭐⭐ Hostel + Tours
Hotels:
- Cusco:
- Hosteria Anita
- Antawasi
- Machupicchu:
- Sayacmarca Classic Inn
- Machupicchu Inn
Price:
Twin or Matrimonial Room
- With flights (Lima-Cusco-Lima)
- $ 999
Category:
⭐⭐⭐ Hostel + Tours – Standard
Hotels:
- Cusco:
- Hacienda Regocijo
- Hotel Raymi
- Casona Plaza
- Machupicchu:
- Retama
- Pucara
- Terras del Inca
Price:
Twin or Matrimonial Room
- With flights (Lima-Cusco-Lima)
- $ 1070
Category:
⭐⭐⭐ Hostel + Tours – Superior
Hotels:
- Cusco:
- Ruinas
- Maytaq
- San Agustin Internacional
- Machupicchu:
- Santuario Machupicchu
- Tara
Price:
Twin or Matrimonial Room
- With flights (Lima-Cusco-Lima)
- $ 1155
Category:
⭐⭐⭐⭐ Hostel + Tours
Hotels:
- Cusco:
- Sonesta
- Xima
- Terra Andina
- Machupicchu:
- Taypikala
- Tierra viva
Price:
Twin or Matrimonial Room
- With flights (Lima-Cusco-Lima)
- $ 1320
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