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The best of Cusco: Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu and Rainbow Mountain 6 Days
Live a fully immersive experience in the Andes with the “The Best 6 Days in Cusco” package. This private and personalized tour is designed to showcase the region’s highlights, including the three most visited wonders: Machu Picchu, the Sacred Valley, and the spectacular Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca), along with the trek to Humantay Lagoon.
From your arrival, enjoy private transfers and expert guides in multiple languages. The balanced 6-day itinerary, rated Easy in difficulty, allows for gradual acclimatization while exploring the Inca capital, fortresses, local markets, and the stunning natural geography, culminating with a visit to the World Wonder.
Why Travel with This 6-Day Package?
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Ultimate Cusco Route: This package combines the four must-see destinations in the region: Machu Picchu, Sacred Valley, Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca), and Humantay Lagoon, in a coherent 6-day program.
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Comfort and Exclusivity: Enjoy 100% private transfers from your airport arrival until the last day, ensuring a stress-free trip at your own pace.
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Expert Multilingual Guides: The experience is led by local expert guides available in up to 6 languages, ensuring a deep and detailed cultural immersion.
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Superior Train Service: The package includes the Vistadome train service to Machu Picchu, offering panoramic windows for a better appreciation of the Andean landscape.
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Complete Exploration: Visit less common sites like the Maras Salt Mines and the Red Valley (optional on day 4), in addition to the main Inca monuments.
DAY 1: ARRIVAL IN CUSCO – CITY TOUR EXCURSION
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The 6-day Machu Picchu tour will begin with a personal greeting at Cusco airport by your guide and driver, who will take you to your hotel in Cusco.
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Once at the hotel, you can relax and enjoy a cup of coca leaf tea and lunch (not included) at one of the local restaurants before the afternoon tour in Cusco.
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At 1:30 pm, you will regroup with your tour guide and private transportation to explore the Inca capital.
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The 4-hour tour will take you to Cusco’s most prominent historical sites, such as the Temple of the Sun or Qoricancha, the Inca fortress of Sacsayhuamán, and the sacred Inca pilgrimage site of Q’enqo.
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Your guide will also accompany you through the famous San Pedro Market and the Main Square before returning you to your hotel at 6:00 pm.
DAY 2: CUSCO – CHINCHERO – MORAY – URUBAMBA – OLLANTAYTAMBO – AGUAS CALIENTES
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The Sacred Valley excursion begins at 7:30 am with pickup from your hotel in Cusco.
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After a 1-hour drive, you will participate in a brief cultural tour with the local community and their alpacas in Chinchero.
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Next, your guide will take you through the local market and the Colonial Temple of Chinchero.
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Then, you will visit the circular agricultural terraces of Moray, an experimental and research center of the Incas.
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Next, you will travel a short distance to the Maras Salt Mines, a unique collection of stepped salt terraces fed by an irrigation channel. Your guide will explain the traditional salt harvesting practices and the historical importance of the salt pans for the region.
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In the afternoon, you will explore the natural beauty of Urubamba, which will be your destination for the day’s lunch.
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Visit the town of Ollantaytambo, where you will explore the local markets and an impressive Inca fortress.
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Afterward, you will take a train to Aguas Calientes, the town near Machu Picchu, where your guide will accompany you to your hotel.
DAY 3: AGUAS CALIENTES – MACHU PICCHU TOUR – CUSCO
Após o pequeno-almoço no hotel, o seu guia estará à sua espera na receção e acompanhá-lo-á até à rodoviária.
You will board the tourist bus for a 30-minute scenic ride along the mountainside to the entrance of the ancient Inca city of Machu Picchu.
Once inside, your personal guide will lead you on a 3-hour exploration of the site’s rich history, taking you through famous monuments such as the Temple of the Sun, the Main Plaza, and the stepped terraces.
Before descending the mountain, your guide will give you time to explore the sanctuary on your own.
After the bus ride back to Aguas Calientes, you will have the option to have lunch at one of the town’s restaurants before taking the train to Ollantaytambo.
A driver will take you back to your hotel in Cusco, and the journey will take about 2 hours, arriving around 6:30 pm.
Additional Option: You can choose to climb Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain after the guided tour of the Inca ruins, but this will have an additional cost of 70 USD per person and add 2 more hours of hiking. In this case, the return to Cusco will be on a later train, and arrival time in Cusco will be around 8:30 pm.
DAY 4: RAINBOW MOUNTAIN - CUSCO
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The Rainbow Mountain and Red Valley tour begins with pickup from your hotel in Cusco at 5:00 a.m.
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You will be taken by private transportation on a 2-hour drive to the town of Cusipata.
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Here, you will stop to enjoy a delicious breakfast at a local restaurant surrounded by the stunning mountain range.
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After breakfast, your driver will take you another 90 minutes through the valley to the start of the hike.
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Your guide will accompany you as you begin the hike at an altitude of 4650 m / 15,255 ft.
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The hike takes 90 minutes to reach the first viewpoint. If you prefer not to walk, you can hire a horse (additional cost).
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To reach the highest viewpoint at 5040 m / 16,535 ft, you will need to walk the final 20 minutes to the summit.
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The mountains surrounding Vinicunca display a spectacular range of colors, including shades of red, orange, yellow, green, and blue.
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Visitors can enjoy an impressive view of the Red Valley by walking to the Red Valley Viewpoint (an additional 30-minute walk).
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After taking in the scenery, you will descend with your guide, who will then transport you back to Cusipata for a well-deserved rest and lunch.
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A 2-hour drive back to your hotel in Cusco, arriving around 4:00 pm.
DAY 5: HUMANTAY LAGOON - CUSCO
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The Humantay Lagoon excursion begins with pickup from your hotel in Cusco at 5:00 a.m.
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Transfer by private vehicle for 2 hours and 30 minutes to the mountain town of Mollepata, at 2,803 meters above sea level. There, you will enjoy a hearty breakfast at a local restaurant.
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After breakfast, the driver will take you another 90 minutes up the valley to Soraypampa, at 3,850 meters (12,631 ft).
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From there, your guide will lead you on a 90-minute hike through the mountain pass to the turquoise waters of Humantay Lagoon at 4,180 meters (13,714 ft).
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You can also rent a horse to take you to the viewpoint (additional cost).
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The Humantay glacial lagoon is located in front of the famous Salkantay Pass.
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After taking photos, your guide will lead you back down the valley to the vehicle in Soraypampa.
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Return to the Mollepata restaurant to enjoy a well-deserved lunch surrounded by stunning panoramic views.
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Return to your hotel in Cusco, arriving around 4:00 pm.
DAY 6: CUSCO - HOTEL TRANSPORT - RETURN TO LIMA.
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You will have breakfast at your hotel in Cusco to begin day six.
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Afterward, your driver will pick you up and take you to Cusco airport with enough time to catch your flight back to Lima.
This 6-day package guarantees a comfortable and guided experience, including:
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Logistics and Private Transfers:
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Private transfers to/from airports, train stations, and hotels.
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Vistadome train ticket to Machu Picchu (round trip: Ollantaytambo/Machu Picchu/Ollantaytambo).
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Guide and Services:
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Visits with a private local expert guide.
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Guide available in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, and Spanish.
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Tickets and Entrances:
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All tour and excursion tickets (City Tour, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Rainbow Mountain, Humantay Lagoon).
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Meals:
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Daily breakfasts (Days 2 to 6).
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Two (2) lunches in the Sacred Valley and Rainbow Mountain (Day 2 and Day 4).
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Lunch in Mollepata (Day 5, after Humantay).
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Essential Tour Information
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Duration: 6 Days / 5 Nights.
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Difficulty: Easy (Despite including 2 high-altitude treks).
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Service: Private and Customizable Tour.
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Train to Machu Picchu: Includes Vistadome service (Ollantaytambo/Machu Picchu/Ollantaytambo).
Key Exclusions (Expenses Not Included)
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Accommodation: This is a key exclusion. The base package price DOES NOT include accommodation for the 5 nights.
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Meals: Does not include all meals (only daily breakfasts, 2 lunches in the Sacred Valley/Rainbow Mountain, and the post-Humantay lunch).
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Flights: National and international air tickets (the tour starts and ends in Cusco).
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Optionals: The ascent to Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain has an additional cost of 70 USD per person.
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Tips for the guide and support staff.
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Personal expenses, snacks, or additional drinks.
Does this 6-day package include all meals and accommodation?
This package does not include accommodation for the 5 nights. Regarding meals, it includes daily breakfasts (Days 2 to 6) and three specific lunches (one in the Sacred Valley, one in Cusipata, and one in Mollepata). Dinners and other lunches are not covered in the base price.
What are the two high-altitude treks included in the itinerary?
The package includes two challenging high-altitude treks: Day 4 to Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca), reaching 5040 meters, and Day 5 to Humantay Lagoon, at 4180 meters. Both are rated Easy in difficulty and have horse rental options (additional cost).
Which important historical sites are visited in Cusco (Day 1)?
The 4-hour City Tour includes the Temple of the Sun (Qoricancha), the Inca fortresses of Sacsayhuamán and Q’enqo, and the Inca baths of Tambomachay, as well as a visit to the famous San Pedro Market and the Cathedral in the Main Square.
What type of train service is used to go to Machu Picchu?
The package includes the Vistadome train service for the Ollantaytambo/Machu Picchu/Ollantaytambo route. This train offers panoramic windows on the roof and sides, enhancing the experience of traveling through the Urubamba River canyon.
Does the itinerary allow visiting Huayna Picchu?
Yes, climbing Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain is optional. It has an additional cost of 70 USD per person and requires an extra 2-hour hike. If you choose this option, your return to Cusco will be delayed, arriving around 8:30 pm.
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