Tour Machu Picchu and Rainbow Mountain 6 days

In this tour Machu Picchu + Rainbow Mountain for 6 days you will enjoy of the most beautiful tourist places in the city of Cusco: the Sacred Valley of the Incas, Machu Picchu, Maras, Moray and the Rainbow Mountain, you will have an unforgettable experience that you can share along with friends or family. Enjoy an unique and extraordinary adventure with CuscoPeru.com.

DAY 1: Cusco – City And Surroundings

Arrival and pick-up at the airport or bus station to be transferred to your hotel in Cusco. In the afternoon, around 1:00 p.m., we will pick you up at the hotel and start the city tour; you will begin by visiting the Cathedral of Cusco, then the Temple of Qorikancha or Temple of the Sun. You will continue your guided tour to the archaeological centers around the city of Cusco, starting with Sacsayhuamán, Qenqo, Puka Pukara, and Tambomachay. The tour ends in the main square of Cusco, around 6:00 p.m. Night at the hotel in Cusco.

INCLUDES:

• Pick-up at the airport and transfer to the hotel in private transportation.
• Night at a hotel in Cusco.
• Entrance to the Cathedral, Qoricancha, Sacsayhuamán, Qenqo, Puka - Pukara, and Tambomachay.
• Transfers by tourist bus.
• Group guide, professional guide in English and Spanish.
• Pre-tour informative talk.

NOT INCLUDED:

• Lunch.
• Other services not mentioned in the program.

DAY 2: Sacred Valley Of The Incas – Aguas Calientes

Full-day excursion to the Sacred Valley of the Incas starting early at 8:00 a.m. We will pick you up at your hotel. Our vehicle will take you to the town of Pisac, where you will begin our tour by visiting the Pisac Archaeological Center, which is 45 minutes from Cusco. Another good reason to visit Pisac is its craft market, where you will find a variety of clothing made of alpaca and crafts that may interest you. At noon, we will head to the town of Urubamba, where you will enjoy a buffet lunch, a perfect opportunity to try Peruvian cuisine.

In the afternoon, we will visit the Fortress of Ollantaytambo. The afternoon is perfect for taking photos since the light is less intense compared to noon. Ollantaytambo is an archaeological center with a lot of history and legends; we will take a walk with our guide. After visiting and touring these spectacular places, our guide will help you board the train that will take you to the town of Aguas Calientes. Upon arrival, after a journey of approximately 2 hours, our assistant will be waiting for you and will take you to your hotel.

INCLUDES:

• Entrance to the archaeological sites of Pisac and Ollantaytambo.
• Transfer to all mentioned places.
• Professional guide in English and Spanish.
• Buffet lunch in Urubamba.
• Train ticket Ollantaytambo - Aguas Calientes.
• Night at a hotel in Aguas Calientes.

NOT INCLUDED:

• Tips.
• Other services not mentioned in the program.

DAY 3: Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu

Very early, you will head to the bus station to go to the Machu Picchu Archaeological Sanctuary by car. The journey takes 25 minutes; finally, you will arrive at the Machu Picchu citadel to appreciate the impressive sunrise and enjoy the amazing view of the Inca citadel. Once in Machu Picchu, our guide will start the guided tour so that you can better understand the history and architecture of Machu Picchu. You will be amazed by the Inca buildings and temples, as well as the natural environment that surrounds them. In the afternoon, you will board the train back to the Ollantaytambo station, where we will pick you up to transfer you to your hotel in Cusco. Night at the hotel in Cusco.

INCLUDES:

• Night at a hotel in Cusco.
• Bus ticket Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu, round trip.
• Entrance ticket to Machu Picchu.
• Group guide service. Professional guide in English and Spanish.
• Train ticket Aguas Calientes - Ollantaytambo.
• Return transfers from Ollantaytambo train station to Cusco.

NOT INCLUDED:

• Food.
• Other services not mentioned.

DAY 4: Maras And Moray

Our tour of Maras, Moray, and the salt mines begins with pick-up at around 7:30 in the morning, and then we will drive to the archaeological site of Moray. As we drive, you will observe vast fields surrounded by mountains and glaciers.

Upon arriving in Moray (38 km from Cusco), we will have a guided tour where we will learn more about its history and function during the Inca period. Moray has endless theories about its function, but the most accepted one is that it was an agricultural laboratory. Moray has a structure of terraces built in a circular and staggered manner. The deepest circle has a diameter of 80 meters.

Within the terraces, temperature variations range from 0.5 to 1.5 °C per terrace, which can reproduce up to 20 different microclimates. It is said that the purpose of this archaeological center was to plant products that did not grow in this area.

Culminating our visit to Moray, we will continue our journey to the Salt mines of Maras, formed by around 3000 pools that produce between 50 and 80 kilos of salt per season. It is said that in Inca times, they were used to dehydrate their products and thus preserve them for a longer time, avoiding deterioration. These pools are supplied by a spring of water that comes from the depths of a mountain. The water is distributed through channels and moves the salt, which will then be extracted by the locals after the sun evaporates the water in the pools.

Maras salt is currently in high demand because it comes from the mountains and not the sea, in addition to its medicinal properties. We recommend buying some pink salt, as it contains the highest amount of minerals beneficial to health. Upon finishing, we will return to the city of Cusco. On the way back, we will make a stop in Chinchero to visit an alpaca factory where the locals will show you the entire alpaca production process.

INCLUDES:

• Entrance to Maras, Moray, and Salineras.
• Professional bilingual guide in English and Spanish.
• Round-trip transfers.
• Night in Cusco.

NOT INCLUDED:

• Tips.
• Other services not mentioned in the program.

DAY 5: Hike To Rainbow Mountain

The tour starts very early in the morning; we will pick you up at the hotel and start your journey by car to the district of Cusipata - Paucarpata, where you will have breakfast. Then, you will continue for 1 more hour by car to the control point to start your challenging hike. The adventure lasts approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes; during the hike, you will see the beautiful landscapes of the Andes, snowy peaks, and representative fauna characterized by the presence of llamas and alpacas. When you reach the viewpoint of Vinincunca or Rainbow Mountain (5080 m.a.s.l.), our guide will give you an explanation about the geography, ecosystem, and colors of the mountain. You will return to the control point, where we will be waiting to take you to Cusipata and enjoy lunch. Then, we will take you back to your hotel in Cusco.

INCLUDES:

• Night at a hotel in Cusco.
• Assistance throughout the tour.
• Transfers from Cusco to the starting point of the trip round trip.
• Group guide service. Professional guide in English and Spanish.
• Breakfast in Cusipata.
• Lunch in Cusipata.
• Entrance to the community.

NOT INCLUDED:

• Other services not mentioned.

DAY 6: Hotel - Airport

Breakfast at the hotel. At the agreed-upon time, we will transfer you from your hotel to the airport in private transportation.

INCLUDES:

• Transfer from your hotel to the airport in private transportation.

NOT INCLUDED:

• Food.
• Other services not mentioned.

RECOMMENDATIONS:

• In Pisac, do not forget to try the empanadas and buy some artisanal souvenirs.
• In Urubamba, you will enjoy a delicious buffet lunch where we invite you to try the corn from the Sacred Valley.
• Arrive at least half an hour early at the train station.
• In Machu Picchu and on the Machu Picchu Mountain, you will climb many stairs, so wear suitable non-slip walking shoes.
• We suggest bringing a small backpack along with your camera, wearing a hat, sunscreen, mosquito repellent, and a water bottle.
• In the train, you can only carry 7 kilos of luggage.
• Visit the hot springs in Aguas Calientes.
• Be very careful when climbing the mountain; it will take a great effort to climb, but it is worth it.
• After the guided tour, you will have free time in Machu Picchu, so enjoy the magical moment by appreciating this wonder, open your arms, and recharge your energy.
• For the trip to the Rainbow Mountain, bring a plastic rain poncho to avoid getting wet during the journey.
• Keep in mind that you might get hungry during the trip, so bring snacks and light meals.

IMPORTANT:

• TRAINS: Our service includes the EXPEDITION or VOYAGER Train for the round trip; you can upgrade to the VISTADOME Train category for an additional 30 USD per person, only for the return trip.
• We can also offer you the VISTADOME OBSERVATORY TRAIN, with an additional 90 USD per person round trip.
• HOTELS: You can choose packages based on the type of Hotel, you can also opt for Hotels that are not listed in our offer, before confirming you must inform us of the hotel you prefer and we will add it to the package.
• PRIVATE: Consult with one of our advisors if you want any of the services in private.

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• It is very important your information about your hotel in the city of Cusco, so we can pick you up there at the beginning of the tour..

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