Sites to visit
- Cusco
- South Valley, Tipon, Pikillacta, Andahuaylillas.
- Humantay Lagoon.
- Maras – Moray – Salineras.
- Mountain of Colors
- Sacred Valley of the Incas:
- Machupicchu
Tour Details
Holidays in Cusco and Machu Picchu 8 days
One of the most incredible attractions of Cusco is the Rainbow Mountain of colors very popular these days and Machu Picchu the seventh wonder that amazes locals and strangers, are at your fingertips in a package of 08 days and 07 nights that will take you to know the enigmatic Inca city and the nature of the mountain of colors, we have everything planned for this trip to be amazing and you can enjoy it.
Highlights
Why take Holidays in Cusco and Machu Picchu 8 days
Visit the imposing Machu Picchu and combine your adventure with a visit to the Rainbow Mountain.
Our adventure consists of seven days and six nights where we will visit the main attractions of Cusco.
We will also visit the mysterious Inca Llaqta of Machu Picchu.
Then we will ascend to see the 7-color mountain, to finally ascend and marvel at the Humantay Lake.
Day 1 Airport Reception - City Tour
Upon arrival, our staff will contact you at the airport to transfer you to the hotel where you will be able to acclimatize.
First at 1:40 p.m. will be our meeting to start the City Tour, in the Plaza de Armas of Cusco, from where we will begin our tour.
Qoricancha Fortress. First we will visit the Qoricancha temple. Built on the base of the Inca foundation where the “sun” god was worshipped, where the Inca walls are still preserved. ThenSacsayhuaman Fortress, famous for its enormous polished and molded stones, some of which are 9m high and weigh 350 tons. Continuing we go to the Temple of Qenqo, the mystical temple of the Incas, where religious sacrifices were made.
We continue to the military center of Puca Pucara, control and military center of the Incas. Finally we will visit the Tambomachay Temple. This monument is known as “El Baño de la Ñusta” due to the existence of two aqueducts that carry crystal clear water throughout the year.
- Hotel: Cusco Hotels Night
- Meals: None
Day 2 South Valley Tours - Tipon, Pikillacta, Andahuaylillas
We will pick you up from your hotel at 08:30 am. Hrs. Then we will take our tourist mobility to travel to the south of Cusco. After about 30 minutes of travel we arrive at our first point Tipon. Today it is famous for its irrigation system that is still serving agriculture. Moreover, it has an impressive large cultivation space containing 12 terraces.
We will continue our trip to Pikillaqta. Famous today for being the first urban center corresponding to the time of development of the Wari empire. It is also famous for its more than a thousand buildings including plazas, Pikillaqta Cusco colcas (food deposits), courts or houses, temples, long and narrow streets with buildings that were up to 4 stories high.
Andahuaylillas: Typical Andean village from colonial times of unique origin and architecture. In Andahuaylillas stands out its Catholic temple of the colonial era with a beautiful decoration and mural painting of the seventeenth and eighteenth century known as the Sistine Chapel of Cusco. We will be returning to the city of Cusco at 15:30 hours approximately.
- Hotel: Cusco Hotels Night
- Meals: Breakfast
Day 3 Humantay Lake Tours
We will pick you up from your hotel from 4.30 am to 5.00 am to take you to the tourist bus that will take you to the town of Mollepata. Duration of the trip 2 hours approximately where we will have our delicious breakfast, then we will continue by bus for another hour to Soraypampa.
Then we will not get ready for our hike at this place. It is usually about an hour and a half to the Humantay Lagoon. Afterwards we visit the lagoon and explore the place and the view of the Humantay mountain in the company of our guide. Who will explain to us about this magnificent place. After everything we will start our way back to Soraypampa to enjoy a delicious lunch and return to the city of Cusco.
- Hotel: Cusco Hotels Night
- Meals: 01 Breakfast, 01 lunch
Day 4 Maras - Moray - Salineras Tours
We start with the pick up from your hotel at 8:30 a.m. to go to Maras Moray Salinera and make a colorful tour, passing through very typical populations and beautiful landscapes that we can enjoy on our journey. We will visit the archaeological complex of Moray located 7 km southwest of Maras. Currently known for a set of huge terraces that overlap concentrically in a gigantic pit. In ancient times, these beautiful terraces served as a laboratory during the Inca period.
Then we will go to the village of Maras. Today, this town has attractions from the pre-Hispanic, colonial and republican periods,
Finally we will visit the “Salt Mines”, known as “Salineras”. Currently exploited from which salt is produced for the grills. They were also exploited in Inca and colonial times. Approx. about 2000 wells each with an average area of about 5m². After our visit we will return to the city of Cusco.
- Hotel: Cusco Hotels Night
- Meals: 01 Breakfast,
Day 5 Rainbow Mountain tour
Pick up from your hotel will be at 04:30 am to 05:00 am. Hrs. Then we will start our trip to the south of Cusco. After an hour and a half of travel we will arrive at the first point of our stop in the district of Cusipata where we will have breakfast.
After breakfast we will continue our trip for another hour by unpaved road. Arriving at the foothills of the Cordillera Vinicunca we will begin the hike of approx. An hour and a half appreciating beautiful landscapes full of streams, mountains, lagoons, snow-capped mountains, flora and fauna. Already in our desired destination on the 5020 m.a.s.l. of the mountain of colors. We will have approximately 30 to 40 minutes on the mountain.
After the visit we will return to the bus to board and return to Cusipata where a delicious menu awaits to comfort us.
Finally we will return to the city of Cusco arriving at 18:30 hours approximately.
- Hotel: Cusco Hotels Night
- Meals: 01 Breakfast, 01 lunch
Day 6 Tour to the Sacred Valley of the Incas
Pick up from hotel at 7:20 a.m. approx. We will leave Cuso at 8:00 a.m. on our way to the Sacred Valley of the Incas.
We start with a visit to Corao, and then travel over the Vilcanota River for a panoramic view of the Sacred Valley of the Incas. After arriving in Pisaq we will visit thearchaeological center of Pisaq, famous for its terraces built on the slopes of the hill.
Afterwards we will head to Urubamba where we will enjoy lunch at a local restaurant in the Sacred Valley of the Incas. (Inka House Menú bufete).
Después del almuerzo continuaremos nuestro viaje hacia el río Vilcanota para visitar la Fortaleza de Ollantaytambo. It was built to guard against jungle invaders.
At the end of the tour we will go to theOllantaytambo station to take the train to Machu Picchu.
After an hour and 40 minutes of train ride and enjoying the beautiful landscapes that surround the entrance to the town of Aguas Calientes, we arrive at the train station of Machu Picchu, where the transfer is waiting to take us to the hotel. At the hotel the guide will not give the necessary indications for the visit to Machu Picchu (overnight at the Aguas Calientes hotel).
- Hotel: Machu PicchuHotels Night
- Meals: 01 Breakfast, 01 lunch
Day 7 Machupicchu Tour
Very early after breakfast at the hotel. We will approach the bus station that will take us to ascend through a zigzagging road for 40 minutes to reach the wonder of the world “The Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu”, known as “The Lost City of the Incas”.
Once in the citadelof Machu Picchu we will begin our guided excursion for approximately two hours. Then you will have free time and then return to town for a walk through the citadel and take your meals in one of the restaurants in the town of Aguas Calientes. Afterwards, we will approach the Machu Picchu train station 30 minutes before the train departs, to board the train to Ollantaytambo.
Upon arrival in Ollantaytambo our transfer will be waiting for us to take you to the city of Cusco (Plaza Regocijo).
- Hotel: Cusco Hotels Night
- Meals: 01 Breakfast,
Day 8 Hotel - Aeropuerto
After breakfast you will be transferred to the airport or bus station.
END OF SERVICES.
How to Get?
Travel to Cusco.
Tour In Cusco 4 days package starts from your pick up from the airport in Cusco, in the city is the Alejandro Velasco Astete Airport for local or domestic flights, to get to Cusco all travelers must disembark in Lima and go through immigration, even if your flight to Cusco is the same day and the same airline.
Which option to take by air or by car.
To get to Cusco and make the tour to Machu Picchu Sacred Valley 4 days, the best option to travel to Cusco is by air, there are currently several airlines that provide air transport service Lima-Cusco, among which we can mention, LATAM, VIVA AIR, SKY AIRLINE, STAR PERU. Of all of them being the most recommended LATAM, for the variety of schedules that handles.
The option of travel by land is also a good option, but you always have to look for the best options and offer adequate comfort for the trip, the journey by bus is 22 hours, now if your journey is from Puno or Arequipa if you can take this option as the trip is usually cheaper and are only 12 hours of travel approx.
FAQs
What does the 8 day Cusco tour that combines Machu Picchu, Humantay Lagoon and Colored Mountain include?
This comprehensive tour includes guided visits to Machu Picchu, where you explore the Inca citadel, followed by a trek to the impressive Humantay Lagoon and the colorful Colored Mountain in Vinicunca. Also included are excursions to the Sacred Valley, visiting sites such as Pisac, Ollantaytambo and the salt mines of Maras.
What is the best time to do the Cusco 8 day tour?
The best time is during the dry season from May to September, when the weather in the Cusco region and the Sacred Valley is more stable and there is less chance of rain, facilitating a more comfortable experience and unobstructed views of the landscapes.
What is the Machu Picchu experience like during the 8 day Cusco tour?
During the visit to Machu Picchu, travelers enjoy a detailed tour of the main sectors of the citadel, guided by experts who reveal its history and cultural significance. Free time is included to explore on your own and capture stunning photographs of this world-renowned archaeological site.
What makes the Humantay Lagoon special in the 8 day Cusco tour?
The Humantay Lagoon, located at high altitude in the Peruvian Andes, offers a spectacular view and an experience of connection with nature. During the hike to the lagoon, travelers can admire unique landscapes and enjoy the tranquility of the environment, surrounded by mountains and glaciers.
How much time is dedicated to each activity on the 8-day Cusco tour?
The itinerary is designed to maximize the experience at each destination. A full day is dedicated to the Machu Picchu tour, where you will have a 3 hour guided tour of the Citadel, with additional time to explore Aguas Calientes. The Humantay Lagoon is visited on a full day excursion, while the Colored Mountain is explored on an intensive guided hike.
What accommodation options are offered during the 8-day Cusco tour?
Accommodation options vary from boutique hotels in Cusco and Aguas Calientes to comfortable lodges in the Sacred Valley. Accommodations are selected to offer comfort and convenient access to the main tourist sites, ensuring a pleasant and relaxing stay after each day of exploration.
Is it advisable to book the Cusco 8 day tour in advance?
Yes, it is recommended to book in advance to ensure availability in tours and accommodations, especially during high season. This guarantees spaces in Machu Picchu and in the trekking groups to the Humantay Lagoon and the Colored Mountain, ensuring a carefree and well-planned experience.
How is the visit to the Sacred Valley combined within the 8 day Cusco tour?
The Sacred Valley is explored in depth, visiting archaeological sites such as Pisac and Ollantaytambo, where you learn about the Inca culture and enjoy the breathtaking views. In addition, you will visit Maras and the salt mines, which stand out for their historical and scenic importance, complementing the cultural experience of the tour.
What kind of guides are included in the Cusco 8 day tour?
Included are local guides who are experts in history and culture, specially trained to offer detailed explanations about Machu Picchu, the Sacred Valley, the Humantay Lagoon and the Colored Mountain. These guides enrich the travel experience with fascinating narratives and in-depth knowledge about each destination visited
What is the level of difficulty of the treks on the Cusco 8 day tour?
The treks vary in difficulty from moderate to demanding, depending on the route and altitude.Participants are recommended to be in good physical condition and take the necessary time to acclimatize properly before the more challenging hikes, such as those leading to the Humantay Lagoon and the Colored Mou
