Tour Cusco Sacred Valley Machu Picchu and 7 colored mountain
In the morning, we’ll experience the most anticipated moment: the visit to Machu Picchu, one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World. We’ll explore its temples, terraces, and sacred enclosures while marveling at the grandeur of the Inca civilization.
On day 4, we will visit Maras and Moray two must-see Inca marvels. You’ll be amazed by the Maras Salt Mines, with their thousands of dazzling white salt pools where salt is still harvested using traditional methods. In Moray, you’ll be fascinated by the perfectly concentric circles that served as an Inca agricultural laboratory to experiment with different microclimates. Both sites let you appreciate the ingenuity and ancestral wisdom of the Andean people in a stunning natural setting.
“On day 5, we’ll embark on a fascinating expedition to the Rainbow Mountain, also known as Vinicunca. This extraordinary natural phenomenon will astonish you with its impressive multicolored stripes that adorn its slopes an effect of the area’s unique mineral composition. The hike will take us through dreamy Andean landscapes until we reach a privileged viewpoint at over 5,000 meters above sea level, where we’ll admire this geological wonder surrounded by the majestic peaks of the Vilcanota mountain range.”
Finally, on day 6, we will transfer you to the airport with Machu Picchu Wayna.
Highlights
DAY 1: Cusco – City and Surroundings
Reception at the airport and transfer to the hotel.
City tour from 1:30 p.m.: Cusco Cathedral, Coricancha (Temple of the Sun), Sacsayhuamán, Qenqo, Puka Pukara, and Tambomachay.
Return to Cusco and free evening.
DAY 2: Cusco – Sacred Valley – Aguas Calientes
Visit to Pisac: archaeological site and artisan market.
Buffet lunch in Urubamba.
Tour of Ollantaytambo.
Train to Aguas Calientes, hotel check-in, and free evening.
DAY 3: Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Cusco
Sunrise at Machu Picchu.
Guided tour: agricultural area, temples, plazas, and hydraulic systems.
Optional hike to Huayna Picchu.
Return by train to Ollantaytambo and transfer to Cusco.
DAY 4: Moray and Maras Salt Mines
Visit to Moray (Inca agricultural laboratory).
Tour of the Maras Salt Mines.
Stop in Chinchero to learn about the textile process.
Alternative option: Rainbow Mountain Tour (additional cost).
DAY 5: Rainbow Mountain
Early departure to Cusipata (breakfast included).
1h20min hike to Vinicunca (16,660 ft / 5,080 m a.s.l.).
Panoramic view and cultural explanation.
Return with lunch in Cusipata and drive back to Cusco.
DAY 6: Transfer to the Airport
Transfer from the hotel to the airport for your return flight.
🌍 Travel Itinerary
- Day 1:Cusco - City and surroundings
- Day 2: Cusco - Sacred Valley - Aguas Calientes
- Day 3: Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu - Cusco
- Day 4:Moray and salt mines of Maras
- Day 5: Seven Colors Mountain.
- Day 6: Transfer to the airport.
📅DAY 1: CUSCO – CITY AND SURROUNDINGS
Upon your arrival in Cusco, you will be greeted at the airport and transferred to your hotel to rest and acclimate to the altitude. In the afternoon, at 1:30 p.m., we’ll begin a tour of the Imperial City and its surroundings.
The first stop will be at the Cusco Cathedral, a colonial architectural gem with impressive wood-carved altars and paintings from the Cusco School. Next, we’ll head to the Coricancha, also known as the Temple of the Sun, where we’ll admire the Incas’ astonishing stonework.
We’ll then board our transport to visit Sacsayhuamán, an impressive fortress built with enormous stone blocks. We’ll continue to Qenqo, an ancient Inca ceremonial center, and then visit Puka Pukara, known as the “Red Fortress,” which served as a control post. Finally, we’ll explore Tambomachay, an archaeological site with aqueducts and water fountains known as the “Baths of the Inca.”
After the tour, we’ll return to Cusco, where you’ll have a free evening to explore the city.
📅DAY 2: CUSCO – SACRED VALLEY – AGUAS CALIENTES
In the morning, we’ll depart for the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Our first stop will be in Pisac, where we’ll visit its archaeological site and artisan market a perfect place to buy souvenirs handmade by local residents.
At midday, we’ll enjoy a buffet lunch in Urubamba, surrounded by beautiful Andean scenery.
In the afternoon, we’ll explore the fortress of Ollantaytambo, an archaeological site with impressive terraces and Inca structures. After the tour, we’ll head to the train station to board our train to Aguas Calientes, the base town for Machu Picchu. Upon arrival, we’ll check into the hotel and have free time to stroll through its streets, visit the hot springs, or dine in one of its restaurants.
📅DAY 3: AGUAS CALIENTES – MACHU PICCHU – CUSCO
Early in the morning, we’ll take the bus to Machu Picchu, where we can enjoy the sunrise over the Inca citadel.
We’ll take a guided tour through the most important sectors, including the agricultural area, sacred temples, ceremonial plazas, and the Inca hydraulic systems. For those seeking a more adventurous experience, there is the option to hike up Huayna Picchu Mountain, offering a breathtaking panoramic view of the citadel and surrounding valley.
After the visit, we’ll return to Aguas Calientes for lunch and then take the train back to Ollantaytambo. Upon arrival, we’ll board our transport back to Cusco for the night.
📅DAY 4: MORAY AND MARAS SALT MINES
At 7:30 a.m., we’ll depart from Cusco to visit the incredible archaeological complex of Moray, considered an ancient Inca agricultural laboratory. Its circular terraces were used to experiment with crops and adapt products to different microclimates.
Next, we’ll continue to the Maras Salt Mines, a complex of over 3,000 salt pools fed by an underground spring. This salt, famous for its mineral properties, has been harvested since Inca times and is still used today.
On our way back to Cusco, we’ll make a brief stop in Chinchero to learn about the process of weaving alpaca and sheep wool a traditional craft passed down by local communities.
Note: On this day, if you wish, you can choose to replace the visit to Maras and Moray with a tour to the Rainbow Mountain for an additional cost.
📅DAY 5: EXCURSION TO THE RAINBOW MOUNTAIN
Early in the morning, we’ll head by transport to the district of Cusipata, where we’ll have breakfast before continuing to the starting point of the hike.
The hike to the Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca) takes approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes through stunning Andean landscapes with snow-capped peaks and local wildlife, including llamas and alpacas.
Upon reaching the Vinicunca viewpoint (16,660 ft / 5,080 m a.s.l.), we’ll enjoy a spectacular view and learn about the mountain’s geological formation and its significance to Andean culture.
After taking photos and exploring the site, we’ll descend and return to Cusipata, where we’ll have lunch before heading back to Cusco.
📅DAY 6: TRANSFER TO THE AIRPORT
At the scheduled time, you’ll be transferred from your hotel to the Cusco airport for your return flight.
Includes
- Transfers to and from the airport.
- Accommodation in Cusco and Aguas Calientes.
- Entrance tickets to all mentioned tourist sites.
- Transportation by tourist buses and trains.
- Professional bilingual guide (Spanish and English).
- Buffet lunch in the Sacred Valley.
- Breakfast and buffet lunch during the Rainbow Mountain tour.
Not Included
- Meals not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Tips and personal expenses.
- Services not specified in the program.
Recommendations
- In Pisac, don’t forget to try the empanadas and buy unique handicrafts.
- In Urubamba, enjoy the buffet lunch and taste the giant corn from the Sacred Valley.
- Arrive at least 30 minutes early to the train station to avoid any inconvenience.
- Wear comfortable, non-slip shoes to explore Machu Picchu and the Rainbow Mountain.
- Bring a small backpack with water, sunscreen, hat, insect repellent, and camera.
- On the train, you may only carry up to 7 kg of luggage pack only the essentials.
- Enjoy the hot springs in Aguas Calientes after your visit to Machu Picchu.
- Bring a rain poncho for the hike to the Rainbow Mountain.
- Stay hydrated and bring light snacks for the journey.
Frequently Asked Questions
The itinerary begins with the city of Cusco and surroundings (Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Puka Pukara, Tambomachay), continues with the Sacred Valley (Pisac, Urubamba, Ollantaytambo) and Machu Picchu. Then we visit Moray and Maras, and finish with the excursion to the 7 Colors Mountain.
Yes, the 7 Colors Mountain is included in day 5 of the program. However, day 4 is also offered as an alternative instead of Maras and Moray, with an additional cost if you wish to advance the visit.
The night before the visit to Machu Picchu is spent in the town of Aguas Calientes, where passengers settle into a hotel and have free time before climbing the Inca citadel the next day.
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