Tour to Cusco and Machu Picchu
9-Day Andean Experience + Inti Raymi Festival
Embark on an unforgettable journey to the heart of the Inca Empire with our Tour to Cusco and Machu Picchu. This all-in-one experience is perfect for travelers seeking history, culture, nature, and breathtaking landscapes in one of South America’s most iconic destinations.
Tour Description
📍 Day 1 – June 17: Arrival in Cusco and Acclimatization
Your journey begins with a warm welcome at the airport and private transfer to your hotel. Use this day to rest, get comfortable, and slowly acclimate to the altitude in the beautiful city of Cusco.
🏙️ Day 2 – June 18: Historical City Tour of Cusco
Discover the legacy of the Inca Empire and Spanish colonial heritage with a guided tour of Cusco. Visit Qoricancha, the majestic Cathedral, Sacsayhuamán, Q’enqo, Tambomachay, and more.
🏞️ Day 3 – June 19: Sacred Valley of the Incas
Explore the fertile and culturally rich Sacred Valley. Shop at the traditional Pisac market, enjoy lunch in Urubamba, and climb the awe-inspiring terraces of the Ollantaytambo fortress.
🚆 Day 4 – June 20: Machu Picchu – Wonder of the World
Board the train to Aguas Calientes and prepare for a life-changing moment. Tour the ancient Inca citadel of Machu Picchu, one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World. With a professional guide, explore its sacred temples, terraces, and breathtaking viewpoints, surrounded by towering mountains and deep spiritual energy. An experience that will stay with you forever.
🧂 Day 5 – June 21: Maras, Moray & Salt Mines
Travel through the heart of the Andes and visit the circular agricultural terraces of Moray—an Inca laboratory of biodiversity—and the impressive salt mines of Maras, still in use today.
🌈 Day 6 – June 22: Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain + Raqchi Community
Embark on a scenic drive and an easy one-hour hike to Palcoyo, a stunning alternative to Vinicunca with multicolored mountain ranges. Enjoy a traditional lunch and cultural exchange in the artisan community of Raqchi, known for its pottery and welcoming spirit.
💧 Day 7 – June 23: Humantay Lagoon Hike
Rise early to hike to the breathtaking Humantay Lagoon, a jewel of turquoise waters nestled between snow-capped peaks. The effort is rewarded with spectacular natural beauty and peaceful serenity.
☀️ Day 8 – June 24: Free Day in Cusco + Optional Inti Raymi Festival
Enjoy a free day to relax, explore Cusco’s vibrant streets, or attend the Inti Raymi Festival, the most important Andean celebration of the year. (Ticket not included – approx. USD 180)
✈️ Day 9 – June 25: Farewell and Transfer to Airport
After breakfast, we’ll transfer you to Cusco airport for your return flight. Leave Peru with unforgettable memories of majestic landscapes, living history, and spiritual energy.
Include
- Airport transfers (arrival & departure)
- 8 nights of accommodation
- Professional bilingual guides
- Entrance fees to all included sites
- Train tickets to/from Machu Picchu
- Breakfast daily, 4 lunches
- Group transport for all excursions
Exclude
- Flights to/from Cusco
- Optional entrance to Huayna Picchu
- Meals not mentioned
- Travel insurance
- Inti Raymi Festival. Ticket not included at the package
Schedule
- Airport pickup.
- Transfer to San Agustin Hotel.
- Free afternoon.
This traditional tour introduces you to Cusco’s history and culture, providing a deeper understanding of the city.
Duration: 8:00 am - 2:30 pm
Places to visit:
- Temple of the Sun (Coricancha)
- Archaeological center of Sacsayhuamán
- Archaeological center of Q’enqo
- Archaeological center of Puka Pukara
- Archaeological center of Tambomachay
Includes:
- Tourist transport
- Private professional tour guide
- Tourist ticket (BTG)
- Entry to Coricancha
- Accommodation at San Agustin Hotel
Explore the traditions and customs of the Sacred Valley, one of the most remarkable experiences in Cusco.
Tour duration: 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Places to visit:
- Awana Kancha Textile Center
- Pisac Archaeological Site and Market
- Province of Urubamba (Buffet lunch)
- Ollantaytambo Archaeological Site
Includes:
- Buffet lunch
- Tourist transport
- Private professional tour guide
- Tourist ticket (BTG)
- Accommodation in Aguas Calientes at Santuario Machu Picchu Hotel
Train to Aguas Calientes: 3:37 pm on the Vistadome Observatory Train
Experience the tranquility and mysticism of Machu Picchu, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy exclusive moments when fewer visitors remain in the citadel.
Includes:
- Bus tickets (roundtrip)
- Train tickets (Vistadome roundtrip)
- Entry to Machu Picchu
- Private professional tour guide
- Transfers
- Accommodation at Sol Natura or Tika Wasi 2 in Ollantaytambo
Does not include lunch
Duration: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Places to visit:
- Maras Moray Archaeological Site
- Salineras Archaeological Site
- Chinchero Archaeological Site
Includes:
- Transport service
- Private professional tour guide
- Entry to Salineras
- Tourist ticket (BTG)
- Buffet lunch
- Accommodation at San Agustin Hotel
Duration: All day
- 4:00 am: hotel pick up
6:00 am: breakfast
8:00 am: Palcoyo Mountain (1 hour hike each way)
13:30: Lunch at Raqchi
16:30 return to Cusco
Places to visit:
- Rainbow Mountain
Includes:
- Tourist transport
- Private professional tour guide
- Entry to Rainbow Mountain
- Breakfast and buffet lunch
- Accommodation at San Agustin Hotel in Cusco
Does not include services not mentioned
Itinerary:
The day before, our team will visit you at your hotel at 7:00 pm to provide necessary instructions for the tour.
Day of the tour:
- 4:30 am - 5:00 am: Hotel pickup to begin the journey to Mollepata, in the lush Apurímac Valley, where you’ll enjoy breakfast and prepare for the hike.
- Continue to Challacancha, marveling at the Humantay Glacier en route.
- Proceed to Soraypampa (2,900 m.a.s.l.) for a short rest and energy boost.
- Begin the 7 km hike to Humantay Lake (4,200 m.a.s.l.), offering stunning views of the lake and the Salkantay Glacier.
- After taking photos and enjoying the breathtaking scenery, return to camp for lunch before heading back to Cusco, arriving at approximately 6:30 pm.
Includes:
- Transport to and from the hike starting point
- Breakfast and lunch
- Private professional guide
- Tourist transport
- Entry to Humantay Lake
- Accommodation at San Agustin Hotel
Does not include services not mentioned
Enjoy a free day exploring Cusco at your own pace.
- Accommodation at San Agustin Hotel
- Optional: Inti Raymi Festival
(USD180 - ticket not included at the package)
Transfer to the airport for your return flight.
Tour Detail
$1415 / Person
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