Cusco, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu and Rainbow Mountain 6 Days
Spend six days based in Cusco and visit the main highland highlights of the region. The trip combines time in the city with the Sacred Valley, an overnight stay in Aguas Calientes for Machu Picchu, and two full-day hikes to Rainbow Mountain and Humantay Lake. The programme suits active travellers who want guided visits, organised transport and a practical pace for altitude adjustment. You stay in Cusco for most of the tour, with one night in Aguas Calientes to make the Machu Picchu visit easier. Airport transfers, rail tickets, guided excursions and scheduled full-day outings are arranged in advance. What to expect A base in Cusco for five nights, with one night in Aguas Calientes Guided visits to Chinchero, Moray and the Maras salt mines A train journey to Machu Picchu with a guided visit of the citadel Hikes to Rainbow Mountain and Humantay Lake at high altitude Included breakfasts, selected lunches and ground transport through the itinerary
Key details
6 days
5 nights
Route
Peru
Tour type
Small groups
Available departures
Dates available
Duration
6 days
Travel style
Small groups
Destination
Cusco, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Rainbow Mountain, Humantay Lake, Peru
Highlights
- Multi-day tour
- Ancient Wonders
- Family
- Group
Itinerary
- 1
Cusco
Arrival in Cusco and hotel check-in
Arrive in Cusco, meet your transfer at the airport and head to your hotel. The rest of the day is free for rest and a gentle start at altitude.Breakfast not included - 2
Aguas Calientes
Sacred Valley visit and train to Aguas Calientes
Travel from Cusco to Chinchero, Moray and the Maras salt mines before continuing to the train station. After the journey by rail, spend the night in Aguas Calientes near Machu Picchu.Breakfast included - 3
Cusco
Guided visit to Machu Picchu and return to Cusco
Take the shuttle up to Machu Picchu for a guided visit of the citadel. Later, return by bus and train to Ollantaytambo, then continue overland to Cusco.Breakfast included
The itinerary is for reference and may vary by selected departure.
What's included
- Accommodation for 5 nights, based on the hotel category selected, including 4 nights in Cusco and 1 night in Aguas Calientes
- Professional guides for all scheduled tours and excursions
- Five breakfasts at the hotels and two lunches on the full-day excursions
- Guided tours and admissions for Chinchero, Moray, Maras, Rainbow Mountain, Humantay Lake and Machu Picchu
- Ground transportation throughout the itinerary, including airport transfers, train tickets, and round-trip bus service to Machu Picchu
What's not included
- International and domestic flights
- Travel insurance
- Optional train upgrades
- Meals not listed in the itinerary
- Tips
Dates & availability
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Upcoming departures
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Flexibility
Flights, extra nights and private experiences can be added before confirmation.
Before you go
Your final itinerary, documents and local contacts will be available in My Kata.