Resumen
Summary
This incredible Tours Cusco & Machu Picchu 7 days 6 nights is full of adventures, we start the first day with the visit to the temple of the sun Qoricancha, we will continue with the fortress of sacsayhuaman, then we will arrive to the archaeological complex of Qenqo, then Pukapukara and finally we will visit Tambomachay or known as the Inca spa.
Sacred Valley with Connection to Machupicchu
To enter these attractions we will need the general ticket that will serve us the first day and the second day in which we will have the tour to the Sacred Valley, the second day we will leave early to the Sacred Valley where we will visit the archaeological site of Pisac, then we will have a break for lunch in Urubamba and then continue to the archaeological site of Ollantaytambo or comumente called Fortress, at the end of the guided tour awaits the train that will take us to Machu Picchu town where we will spend the night.
Very early in the morning we will board the buses that will leave us at the door of the Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu, we will have a guided tour of 2.5 hours in which we can appreciate the architecture and engineering of the Inca empire as well as a variety of flora and fauna present in the Sanctuary. In the afternoon we will return to the city of Cusco to finish the day.
Salt mines of Maras
On the fourth day we will visit the salt mines of Maras or popularly known as salt mines, the area is made up of about 3 thousand natural salt wells, then we will continue with the visit to the archaeological center of Moray which is known as the agricultural laboratory of the Incas, at the end of the visit we will return to Cusco.
7 Colors Mountain
The next day we will leave early in the morning to make the tour to the Colored Mountain, we will make a first stop in Tintinco for breakfast, then we will continue to the parking lot where we will start the hike up, we will have the guide and free time, then we will return to Tintinco for lunch and finally return to Cusco.
On the fifth day we will visit the Humantay Lagoon, one of the most popular lagoons because of its turquoise waters and also because it is surrounded by imposing snow-capped mountains.
On the last day of our tour we will have transportation to the International Airport Teniente Alejandro Velasco Astete.
ITINERARY-Tours Cusco & Machu Picchu
DAY 1: PICK UP FROM THE AIRPORT – CITY TOUR CUSCO
DAY 2: SACRED VALLEY CONNECTION
DAY 3: MACHU PICCHU
DAY 4: MORAY – MARAS SALT MINES
DAY 5: MOUNTAIN OF COLORS
DAY 6: HUMANTAY LAGOON
DAY 7: TRANSFER TO THE AIRPORT
End of our services Cusco & Machu Picchu Tours.
Itinerario
Pick up from the airport – City tour Cusco
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Day 1
Tours Cusco & Machu Picchu 7 days 6 nights starts with the pick up from the airport and transfer to the hotel, you will have the morning free to rest and above all acclimatize.
2:00 p.m. pick up from the hotel for the City tour, First place to visit koricancha (temple of the sun), guided tour of 45 minutes and then head to the mobility.
After 30 minutes in the mobility we will arrive to Sacsayhuaman (from Quechua saqsay = place of satiation and waman = falcon, that is to say “Place where the falcon is satiated”) where we will have a guided visit of 1 hour.
Then we will visit Qenqo (ritual center in a rocky outcrop) place of much mysticism that you will feel when you enter the rocky outcrop.
After 15 minutes of mobility we will arrive at PucaPucara (red fortress) military construction.
Last visit will be Tambomachay known as Bath of the Inca where water worship was performed. After our tour we will take the bus to return to Cusco, approximate time of arrival 7:00 pm.
Sacred Valley Connection
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Day 2
We will pass by the hotel 8.00 a.m. to start the tour of the Sacred Valley, after traveling 1 hour and a half in the mobility we will arrive at the ruins of Pisaq in which we will have a guided tour of 1 hour Approx.
Traveling in the direction of the river willka mayu or sacred river we will arrive to Urubamba capital of the sacred valley where we will have a buffet lunch (typical Andean food).
After lunch we will travel 30 minutes by car to reach the town of Ollantaytambo to visit the archaeological site where we will have a guided tour of 1 hour, highlighting the Temple of the Sun, the Intihuatana and the Princess Baths and Andean terraces.
After having a guided tour of Ollantaytambo we have to go to the train station to board the train that will take us to Aguas Calientes where we will spend the night to visit Machu Picchu the next day (IN THE EVENING THE GUIDE WILL PASS BY THE HOTEL TO GIVE YOU ALL THE DETAILS FOR YOUR VISIT TO MACHU PICCHU.
Machu Picchu Citadel
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Day 3
Very early we will go to take the bus that will take us to the lost city of the Incas (Machu Picchu) will last 30 minutes and the guide will be waiting for you.
Arriving at the citadel of Machu Picchu to enter we will show entrance ticket, from this place will begin the guided tour of 2 hours and 30 minutes where you will be explained the informative part of Machu Picchu. then you will have some free time.
Then we will return to the town of Aguas Calientes to have lunch.
After our lunch we will have to go to the train station to board the train that will take us to Ollantaytambo.
Already in Ollantaytambo station will be waiting for you a representative of chullos travel Peru with a sign and your names who will take us to your vehicle to return to Cusco and take you to the hotel.
Moray – Salt Maras
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Day 4
We will pass to the hotel at 4.00 am and travel in the mobility for 2 hours and 30 minutes until we arrive to the village of Tintinco, where we will enjoy a buffet breakfast.
Afterwards we will continue our trip to the beginning of the trail, once we arrive to the beginning of the trail our guide will give you a small instruction of the area and the last scopes to finally start a hike of approximately 2.5 hours by a moderate hike.
During the trek you will appreciate a variety of South American camelids, as well as spectacular ecosystems and views of the snow-capped Ausangate.
Moray – Maras.
Mountain of Colors
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Day 5
We will pass to the hotel at 4.00 am and travel in the mobility for 2 hours and 30 minutes until we arrive to the village of Tintinco, where we will enjoy a buffet breakfast.
Afterwards we will continue our trip to the beginning of the trail, once we arrive to the beginning of the trail our guide will give you a small instruction of the area and the last reaches to finally start a hike of approximately 2.5 hours by a moderate hike.
During the journey you will appreciate a variety of South American camelids also spectacular ecosystems of this place and views of the snowy Ausangate.
At 10:30 approximately we will arrive at our destination called Vinicunca or Rainbow Mountain (5,020 m / 16,466 ft.) after a view of the place we will begin the descent by the same path to the mobility and then return to the restaurant.
Then we will enjoy a delicious buffet lunch and after a short rest we will start our return trip to Cusco arriving at approximately 6:30 pm.
Humantay Lagoon
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Day 6
At 4:00 a.m. we will pick you up at your hotel and travel to the town of Mollepata where we will have breakfast.
Then we will continue our journey to Soraypampa where we will begin our 1 hour and 30 minutes walk to the Humantay lagoon which has an altitude of 4 250 m.a.s.l. during the tour we will appreciate the fauna and flora of the place.
Then descend to Soraypampa to take the mobility to Mollepata where we will enjoy a delicious lunch and then return to the city of Cusco arrival Approx 6:00 pm.
Transfer to the airport
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Day 7
Depending on the time of your flight, the transportation will go to your hotel to transfer you to the airport or bus terminal.
End of our services Cusco & Machu Picchu Tours.
Incluye
Includes
Pick up from the airport or bus terminal.
Transportation City Tour
Professional City Tour Guide.
Transportation Sacred Valley.
Professional guide Sacred Valley.
Buffet lunch Sacred Valley.
Entrance to the Sacred Valley.
Transportation Cusco – Ollantaytambo.
Expedition Tourist Train Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes.
Expedition Tourist Train Aguas Calientes – Ollantaytambo.
Bus up to Machu Picchu.
Bus down from Machu Picchu.
Professional guide in Machu Picchu.
Lunch in Machu Picchu village.
Transportation Ollantaytambo – Cusco.
Transportation Maras Moray Salineras.
Professional guide Maras Moray Salineras.
Entrance to Maras -Moray.
Breakfast 7 Colors Mountain Tour.
Lunch 7 Colors Mountain Tour.
Entrance to the 7 Colors Mountain.
Transportation to Humantay Lagoon.
Breakfast tour Humantay Lagoon.
Lunch tour Laguna Humantay.
Professional guide Laguna Humantay.
Entrance to Maras -Moray.
Breakfast 7 Colors Mountain Tour.
Lunch 7 Colors Mountain Tour.
Entrance to the 7 Colors Mountain.
Transportation to Humantay Lagoon.
Breakfast tour Humantay Lagoon.
Lunch tour Laguna Humantay.
Professional guide Laguna Humantay.
Constant personalized advice.
Transfer to Hotel – Airport.
Entrance fees to all archaeological sites detailed in the itinerary.
Does not include
International flights.
Meals not mentioned in the program.
Personal expenses.
Lodging.
Recomendaciones
Recommendations
Hiking shoes.
Comfortable trekking clothes.
Small backpack.
Personal medication.
Hat, sun block, sunglasses, especially water.
Extra money.
Preguntas
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Where is Machu Picchu located?
The citadel of Machu Picchu is located in the south of Peru, it belongs to the department of Cusco and Machu Picchu is located 112.5 kilometers northeast of the city of Cusco.
Should I bring extra water?
Water is provided at meals. However, you should also carry an extra water bottle to avoid dehydration.
How much time do I need to acclimatize before my trek?
We recommend at least 1 day of acclimatization before the tour.
What meals are included?
In our Cusco & Machu Picchu Tours services both breakfast and lunch are included in the trek, however we also have vegetarian and vegan options available.
What is the highest point on this trek?
The highest point is 5000 m.a.s.l. on the colored mountain.
About health and safety?
Participants must inform us before and during the trek about any medical condition or injury. Although our guides carry first aid kits, it is recommended that you bring your own personal medication. We also suggest that you consult your doctor before booking this tour.
Where to store your belongings?
Any belongings (suitcases and backpacks) that you do not wish to take with you during the tour can be safely left at your accommodation, as they have a luggage storage service. However, if you do not feel comfortable leaving your things there, you can also bring them to our office for storage during the tour.
Best dates to go to Machu Picchu?
The best time to visit Machu Picchu is mostly in dry season, to clarify the city of Cusco has 2 types of weather:
First: Rainy season that oscillates between the months of December to March.
Second: Dry season that oscillates between the months of April to November.
