The Astounding Adventure of World Wonders & Inca Architecture
Explore the Peruvian highlands’ living history and breathtaking scenery in this incredible experience. You’ll begin in the Imperial City and discover what made Cusco the center of the Inca Empire! Then, you’ll head to the Sacred Valley to visit the giant agricultural laboratory of Moray and the Maras Salt Mines.
Once you reach Ollantaytambo, you’ll take the train to the legendary city of Machu Picchu, one of the grandest and most enthralling sites in Latin America and the whole world, for a privately guided tour. Your adventure doesn’t end there. After, you’ll discover the incredible Rainbow Mountain and be in awe of its natural beauty.
If you want to see the best that Cusco offers, learn all about the amazing history of the Incas, and be astounded by sheer natural beauty, our 4-Day Machu Picchu and Rainbow Mountain tour is for you. Whether you’re traveling alone, as a couple, or in a group, we’ll plan your itinerary down to the last detail, so all you have to do is enjoy yourself.
This tour will take you through the most important and surprising tourist attractions in southern Peru. We’ll start with a complete city tour through the ancient city of Cusco – the capital of the Inca empire. You’ll visit the Cathedral, Coricancha, or Temple of the Sun, as well as the archaeological sites of Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Puca Pucara, and Tambomachay.
Then we’ll be on our way to the charming Sacred Valley of the Incas towards Ollantaytambo, the last inhabited Inca city to this day, where you’ll board a train along the most stunning railway. It’ll take you from the Andean mountains to the edge of the jungle, where Machu Picchu is located, one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World. You’ll be astounded by the finely carved stone blocks arranged in complete harmony with nature on top of a quartz mountain. On a guided tour of approximately two hours, you’ll visit its squares, temples, steps, and agricultural platforms.
Finally, you’ll discover the beauty of Vinicunca Mountain – also known as Rainbow Mountain or Mountain of 7 Colors – which attracts thousands of tourists due to its uniqueness and incredible natural beauty. The varied mineral composition of its soil has caused colored ribbons to adorn the body of this gigantic site. This sure is one epic trip you don’t want to miss when visiting Cusco.
Day 01: Welcome to Cusco – Half-Day City Tour of Cusco
Arrive in Cusco and relax in your hotel this morning. After lunch, embark on the Cusco city tour and visit the most important sites in the city.
Day 02: Cusco | Chinchero – Moray – Maras Salt Mines – Urubamba – Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes
Spend the day in the Sacred Valley of the Incas, exploring the most significant sites before making your way to Aguas Calientes by train. You’ll spend the night there in a hotel.
Day 03: Aguas Calientes | Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu – Ollantaytambo – Cusco
Get up early and enjoy a guided tour of the Inca City of Machu Picchu. In the afternoon, travel by train to Ollantaytambo and take our transportation back to Cusco.
Day 04: Cusco | Llacto – Rainbow Mountain – Llacto – Cusco
Head out of Cusco for an epic day hike to Rainbow Mountain or Vinicunca. Enjoy breakfast and lunch before returning to the city in the afternoon.
Day 05: Cusco – Cusco’s Airport (or Bus Station)
Bid farewell to the capital of the Inca Empire as we take you to the bus station or airport for your transport home.
Highlight of the day: Visiting the most monumental sites in Cusco.
Get to Know the Most Important Sites in Cusco.
Start with a friendly welcome at the airport by a representative of Pacha Peru Explorers. We’ll take you directly to your accommodation, so you’ll have enough time to rest this morning as you acclimate to the high altitude of enchanting Cusco.
After lunch, we’ll pick you up from your hotel to explore Cusco on an afternoon City Tour. The tour begins in the fascinating Coricancha, or Temple of the Sun, probably the most important Inca site. While you marvel at the exquisite architecture of the place, our guide will share a bit of Inca history to help you better understand the Inca culture.
We’ll continue to the Plaza de Armas (Main Square) to visit the Cathedral, which holds approximately 300 paintings from the famous “Escuela cusqueña.” The Plaza de Armas is also a wonderful place to sit, immerse yourself in the local atmosphere, and watch the world go by.
Next, you’ll visit the impressive Inca fortress of Sacsayhuaman in northern Cusco, known for having been built with giant heavy rocks. Ancient Inca architects cut and polished these giant rocks to build zig-zag walls spanning hundreds of meters. Despite only a small portion of the original remains, the colossal dimensions of Sacsayhuaman continue to inspire and surprise visitors.
We’ll then head to Qenqo. This temple has man-made tunnels, one of which forms an amphitheater. The original purpose of the amphitheater has been lost over time, but most experts agree that the area was used to worship the sun, moon, and stars.
To round off the trip, you’ll visit Puca Pucara, a site the Incas used as a military fort, and the beautiful Tambomachay, an Inca archaeological site boasting aqueducts and channels with two water fountains.
At the end of the day, we’ll take you to the door of your hotel to enjoy a relaxing night. You’ll have time to get a spot for dinner before heading to bed for another exciting day tomorrow.
Highlight of the day: Visiting more Inca sites and getting to know the unique Maras Salt Mines in the mountains.
Explore the Best of the Sacred Valley of the Incas.
Today, you’ll enjoy a tasty breakfast at your hotel before we take you to the beautiful town of Chinchero on your way to the Sacred Valley of the Incas. You’ll stop for a first visit to a local craft center, famous for its weaving techniques, and at the church that holds an incredible religious history.
Next is the impressive archaeological site of Moray, consisting of a series of giant circular terraces and a complex irrigation system. Moray is known as the world’s largest agricultural laboratory, used to experiment and cultivate food and grains that only grow in tropical climates. It’s also a great place to feel the unique energy of the Andes.
After that, we’ll continue to the salt mines in Maras, a set of more than 3,000 small white pools from which salt is extracted. These small pools are filled with water, which then evaporates, producing the salt that locals collect and package to sell in different regional markets. This salt has a pink hue and is well known for its healing properties and delicious flavor. It’s also a great gift and perfect for cooking.
Then, we’ll continue to Urubamba to enjoy a Peruvian buffet lunch of different traditional dishes, many of which are cultivated in these valley fields. It’ll then be time to drive our transport to Ollantaytambo and board the train that’ll take us to Aguas Calientes, the town before Machu Picchu.
Once you reach Aguas Calientes, you’ll check into a nice hotel to cool off before dinner. You can also take some of your free time to just wander and explore a bit. You’ll need to go to bed early as tomorrow you’ll visit the magical Inca city of Machu Picchu.
Highlight of the day: Feeling the incredible energy that Machu Picchu emits when you first enter.
Discover the Hidden Secrets of the Magical Mystical Machu Picchu.
After a well-deserved night’s rest, you’ll be up early for the most wanted day: Today, you’ll explore the streets of the iconic and renowned Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu.
Our day begins at dawn to ensure we beat the large crowds so you can enjoy the site in peace. We’ll board a bus that’ll take around 25 minutes to get to the entrance of the Inca city, and we’ll enter just before the sun begins to paint this impressive place with a golden hue.
Take some time to soak up the vibes and impressive view of one of the 7 Wonders of the World and feel how its powerful energy vibrates. You’ll spend approximately two hours with our guide exploring the most crucial nooks, houses, and alleys. The observatories will allow you to imagine how this Inca city was hundreds of years ago and when it was discovered after being hidden for centuries.
Depending on your time and if you have an extra entry ticket, you can hike up to Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu mountains to get spectacular panoramic views of the entire complex.
Then, you’ll take a bus back to Aguas Calientes and have the afternoon free to have lunch at a restaurant of your choice and walk around the rest of this pretty town. Your train will leave for Ollantaytambo at sunset, but don’t forget to be at the station 30 minutes earlier than the departure time! From Ollantaytambo, we’ll take you back to your hotel in Cusco.
Highlight of the day: Standing face to face with the huge mountain and observing the rainbow colors.
Hike to the Mountain of Seven Colors: Vinicunca.
Your final adventure begins at 4:00 a.m. We’ll pick you up from your hotel and travel for 3 hours towards the Southern Valley. The starting point of our walk is at 4,630 m / 15,190 ft, but you should be used to the altitude by now. Along the way, we’ll observe picturesque Andean towns, agricultural platforms from the Inca period, fertile valleys, and beautiful rolling mountains. Even at this early hour in the morning, the herds of llamas and alpacas will entertain you while you enjoy breakfast to give you the boost you need to get started.
We’ll continue our journey until we reach the hike’s starting point. From there, we’ll head down a meandering path in the Andean mountains, following a pretty stream. As you ascend, you’ll be rewarded with an impressive view of the Ausangate glacier (6,372 m / 20.905 ft), the tallest in the Cusco region.
Take a few minutes to understand why this mountain is important to the Andean people. This whole region is home to many people and small communities, and you’ll have the opportunity to see them. You’ll be amazed to see the traditional clothing they use that they make themselves, thanks to the practice of textile art inherited from their ancestors.
By keeping these traditions alive, ancient culture is preserved. Your guide will teach you about the meaning of some clothes and, if you want, you can ask him to teach you some words in Quechua—the language of the Incas and local communities. After an hour and a half of walking, we’ll reach Rainbow Mountain (5,100 m / 16.732 ft).
While you’re at the top, take some time to admire the unique beauty of this impressive natural formation and feel the thrill of witnessing a unique natural spectacle that can only be seen in Peru and China. There, we’ll take a break between 30 minutes and 1 hour, and your knowledgeable guide will explain the theories regarding the origin of this mountain that appears as though it’s been taken from a colorful dream.
Take memorable photographs or simply immerse yourself in the landscape that boasts the splendor of the great mountain Ausangate in the distance. If you want to stay longer, inform your guide. You’ll have time to enjoy the surroundings and recover your energy for the hike back down.
It’ll take 45 minutes and an hour to get back where we started. Then, we’ll go to by car to enjoy our well-deserved lunch. Then our transport will take you back to the city of Cusco. We’ll drop you off at the door of your hotel in the late afternoon, where you can enjoy a relaxing evening as you please.
Highlight of the day: Bid Farewell to Cusco.
Say Goodbye to Imperial Cusco.
Today, you’ll wake up, have breakfast, and pack your bags, as it’s time to say goodbye to the imperial city of Cusco for now. We’ll organize a time to collect you and take you to the airport or bus station to continue your vacation or return home.
This isn’t a forever farewell, and we’re sure you’ll be longing to come back to relive all the special moments, learn more about the ancient city and cultures, and try out more of the excellent restaurants and their delicious cuisine. So, it’s not goodbye, but rather see you soon!
At Pacha Peru Explorers, we specify the included and non-included services under all the tour itineraries listed on our website. We take care of all the logistics, but please pay attention to the details to avoid missing anything. Some items may be different for specific programs, so please read carefully before booking with us.
Pre-Departure Briefing.
Experienced Tour Guide:
Trekking Poles (Day 4).
Medical Kit or First AID Kit:
24/7 Customer Service:
Hotel In Cusco:
Hotel In Aguas Calientes:
4 Breakfast, 2 Lunchs
Transport:
Train Tickets
Round-Trip Bus Ticket from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu
Hayna Picchu mountain.
Machu Picchu Mountain.
Meals Not Indicated:
Hiking Gear & Clothes
Travel Insurance.
Tips for Our Staff.
Additional Costs or Delays Beyond Our Control
Most people automatically assume that the weather is hot in South America, but due to the higher altitude of the Andes, the temperature can be quite cold, especially at night. We recommend using a duffel bag or backpack, whichever is easiest for you to carry. A good-sized backpack between 20 and 30 liters is also essential.
List of things you must bring:
Essentials.
Clothing.
“Machu Picchu and Rainbow Mountain 5 Days” can leave any day of the week, from Janueray through December.
2025 Land Cost
Group Price: US$ 820.00 per person
Required Pre-payment: US$ 400.00 per person
Balance (Cusco): US$ 420.00 (Commonly paid in Cusco after the briefing).
This small-group journey is guaranteed to operate with just two guests.
Notice that PayPal, credit cards charge a 6% fee for the use of their secure payment gateway. This tax is just for online and card payments. You can also pay the remaining balance in cash (the briefing day) without charges.
Hotel
All the related tours to Machu Picchu end in or before Aguas Calientes, so you’ll spend the night in the village in a 2 to 3 star hotel (shared room within a double, matrimonial, or triple occupancy room). If you’d like to upgrade your hotel or prefer a single room, please consider that there will be an additional cost.
Extras & UpGrades
There are complementary services and upgrades you can include in this trip.
Price Guarantee
Once your booking has been confirmed, we guarantee the Price won’t increase, whatever the circunstances. So please, before booking, ensure you’ve read all our important tour information.
Student Discount
US$20.00
Student discounts apply to anyone 17 years old or younger. To receive the discount, we require a copy or clear photo of the passport at the time of booking. It must be valid and not expire within the travel dates. Please send it to [email protected]
We want to make your trip to Peru as memorable and as carefree as possible. In this section, you’ll find the answers to all the questions you have about traveling with Pacha Peru Explorers in one place. Please read the following information carefully – it will help you with any questions about our services.
Briefing or Informative Meeting
The evening before your trip, our staff will contact you to provide full instructions on the tour <strong>(between 6 to 8 p.m., by phone call and Whatsapp).
Please make sure you are available at that time. If not, please contact us by email or phone to schedule a different time or visit the Pacha Peru Explorers Office.
Trek Balance Payment (in Cusco)
If you still have a pending balance, you must pay it 2 days before your hike/tour. Otherwise, your trip reservation will not be confirmed.
If possible, it would be greatly appreciated if you could settle the remaining balance for the trek/tour in cash, either in US dollars or the local currency, at our office in Cusco. You can withdraw funds from various ATMs located along Avenida Sol, offering both US dollars and Peruvian Soles. Alternatively, you have the option to pay using a credit/debit card or PAYPAL, either online or in person, but please note that a 6% service charge will be applied by our payment gateway (Niubiz) and PAYPAL. We regret to inform you that we are unable to accept bank checks or traveler’s checks as forms of payment for the balance.
Can I store my luggage at your office?
Of course! During the trip, your main luggage can be stored at our office (you can organize it with us on the briefing day or by email) or at your hotel, both free of charge.
Any equipment that you won’t need on the trek can be stored safely in your hotel. Nearly every hotel will provide this service. Don’t leave items of value with your bags; put them in the hotel safe and obtain an itemized receipt (in the unlikely case of theft, many insurance companies require that you have a copy of the receipt itemizing everything). It’s best to put items such as credit cards inside a sealed, signed envelope for extra peace of mind.
Pick up of guests
Please note:
Return to Cusco
Returning from Machu Picchu requires quite a bit of logistics, but don’t worry. Everything is included in your tour!
Group Tours
Group tours are made up of different types of people, then physical conditions and ages can vary. By agreeing to be part of a group tour, you also accept that some people may be faster or slower than you. Therefore, each person can go at their own pace on the route.
It may be the case that a group wishes to modify the tour; however, the guide will be the one who decides, after consulting with all the participants, if such modifications are possible.
Strikes and demonstrations
Strikes and demonstrations are common in Peru, and this may interrupt some of our tours. Roads can be blocked, and train tracks can be taken over. However, we will try to keep your trip as originally planned, even if it means leaving the night before the scheduled date.
Under these circumstances, tours may also be canceled. In case of changes or cancellations, everything will be coordinated with you by our operations department. Your safety is our highest priority, and our decisions will be made to protect it.
Lost objects
Please pay attention to where you leave your belongings and remember to take everything once you leave a place or a transport. You’re the only one responsible for your objects during the tour.
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