Machu Picchu and Rainbow Mountain Tour – 6 Days

After breakfast, embark on a 3-hour shared panoramic and colonial City Tour of Lima’s most iconic landmarks.

Explore the Historic Center, a UNESCO World Heritage site, featuring the Plaza Mayor, the Government Palace, the Cathedral, the Municipal Palace, and the Archbishop’s Palace.

Continue to the Convent of Santo Domingo, one of the city’s best-preserved colonial gems.

Here, you can admire its traditional galleries and valuable art collection, and ascend the historic tower for breathtaking panoramic views of Lima’s old town.

At the conclusion of the tour, you will be returned to your hotel for a free afternoon, allowing you to explore the capital at your own pace.

This excursion provides a comprehensive and engaging overview of the city, perfectly blending history, architecture, and tradition.

Night in Lima.

Following breakfast, you will be transferred from your hotel to Lima airport for your flight to Cusco (flight not included).

Upon arrival, you will receive airport assistance and a private transfer to your hotel to begin your journey in the historic capital of the Inca Empire.

In the afternoon, enjoy a shared guided tour of Cusco and its four surrounding archaeological sites.

The tour begins at the Cusco Cathedral, renowned for its exceptional craftsmanship and its priceless collection of paintings from the Cusco School.

Continue to the Temple of the Sun (Qoricancha), the most sacred Inca site dedicated to the Sun God, which today serves as the foundation for the Convent of Santo Domingo.

Next, explore four remarkable archaeological complexes on the city’s outskirts:

Sacsayhuaman: Famous for its massive stone blocks, some reaching 9 meters in height and weighing 120 tons, meticulously fitted together with incredible precision.

Qenqo: A significant Inca ceremonial and ritual center carved into rock.

Puka Pukara: An ancient fortress believed to have served vital administrative and military functions.

Tambomachay: Known for its sophisticated fountains and water channels, a stunning example of the Incas’ advanced hydraulic mastery.

Return to Cusco and transfer to your hotel for a relaxing evening.

Night in Cusco.

After breakfast, you will be picked up early for a private transfer to the train station.

Following a scenic 3.5-hour journey, you will arrive at Aguas Calientes, the charming town nestled at the base of Machu Picchu.

Upon arrival, meet your local guide and board the shuttle bus for a 30-minute ascent to the Machu Picchu citadel.

Enjoy a private guided tour of approximately 2.5 hours, where you will explore and admire the extraordinary details of this enigmatic World Wonder.

Following the tour, return by bus to Aguas Calientes for lunch at a local restaurant (included).

Once finished, board the return train to Cusco.

Upon arrival, a representative will meet you for the transfer to your hotel for a well-deserved rest.

Night in Cusco.

Note: To hike Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain, it is highly recommended to spend an additional night in Aguas Calientes due to entry time constraints.

Between 4:30 and 5:30 AM, you will be picked up from your hotel to begin the shared tour.

After approximately 2 hours of travel, we will arrive in Cusipata for a continental breakfast.

We then continue for another 1.5 hours to the final village, the starting point of our trek.

The hike takes approximately 3 hours round-trip, including ample time to take in the scenery.

If you prefer not to trek the entire distance, you may rent a horse from local villagers; please note that horses can only reach a point 100 meters from the summit, so the final stretch must be completed on foot.

Along the way, enjoy spectacular views of the multicolored mountains, grazing camelids, and the imposing Ausangate mountain range, the highest peak in the Cusco region at 6,385 meters (20,950 ft).

After the descent, we return to the restaurant for a traditional lunch before heading back to Cusco, with an estimated arrival between 5:00 and 6:00 PM.

Important Notes:

The Rainbow Mountain tour can be replaced by the Palccoyo Mountain excursion, which is at a lower altitude and offers a gentler walk.

To enhance your experience, ATV (Quad Bike) tours are available (please inquire for costs and availability).

Night in Cusco.

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel.

At the scheduled time, you will be provided with a private transfer to the airport for your flight to Lima and your connecting flight home.