Early in the morning, our pickup service will collect you from your hotel in the historic center of Cusco at 6:00 A.M. This day we will begin our journey to the Valley of the Incas. The first stop point is Chinchero to explore Inca terraces and a colonial church. Next, we will visit Moray, an ancient Inca agricultural laboratory with circular terraces. The tour will continue to the Maras salt mines, a stunning landscape of thousands of salt pools.

We will then drive to Urubamba, where we will enjoy a delicious buffet lunch. After lunch, we will explore the impressive Ollantaytambo archaeological site, home to massive Inca stone structures. Finally, we will visit the Pisac ruins, featuring well-preserved Andean terraces and an ancient Inca cemetery. Return to Cusco at approximately 7:00 P.M., near the city center.

• Route: Cusco – Chinchero – Moray – Maras – Urubamba – Ollantaytambo – Pisac – Cusco
• Highest Altitude: 3,762 meters (12,343 above sea level) (Chinchero)
• Lowest Altitude: 2,792 meters (9,160 above sea level) (Urubamba)
• Distance Traveled: 150 km

Difficulty Level: Moderate

At 2:50 A.M., after our representative picks you up from your hotel. We will embark on an early morning drive to Ollantaytambo. There we will board a tourist train to the town of Aguas Calientes. 

The scenic ride along the Urubamba River offers breathtaking panoramic views of the cloud forest. Upon arrival, we will take a short bus ride to the entrance of Machu Picchu, one of the most famous ancient Inca cities.

A guided tour will take us through key sectors, including the Temple of the Sun and Main Plaza. After the tour, we will return to Aguas Calientes. There we will have free time to explore before taking the train back to Ollantaytambo. Transportation will bring us back to Cusco around 9:30 P.M.

• Route: Cusco – Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Cusco
• Highest Altitude: 3,400 meters (11,155 above sea level) (Cusco)
• Lowest Altitude: 2,040 meters (6,692 above sea level) (Aguas Calientes)
• Distance Traveled: 230 km
• Difficulty Level: Moderate

Our pickup service departs from your hotel in the city center of Cusco. Then we will head south to Cusipata around 4:00 A.M., where we will pause to enjoy a delicious breakfast. Afterward, we will continue to the ATV parking area, where the guide will provide a safety briefing. We will then ride ATVs through stunning Andean landscapes, reaching an altitude of 5,200 meters (17,060 above sea level).

A short hike will take us to the top of Rainbow Mountain, where we will admire its vibrant mineral layers. After taking pictures, we will descend and return to Cusipata for a traditional lunch. We will then return to Cusco around 4:00 P.M.

• Route: Cusco – Cusipata – Rainbow Mountain – Cusco
• Highest Altitude: 5,200 meters (17,060 above sea level)
• Lowest Altitude: 3,400 meters (11,155 above sea level) (Cusco)
• Distance Traveled: 190 km

Difficulty Level: Moderate

After picking you up from your hotel in the center of Cusco early in the morning at 5:00 A.M. We will drive to Mollepata, where we will stop for a semi-buffet breakfast. The journey will continue to Soraypampa, the starting point of our Humantay Lake hike. The ascent will take about 1.5 hours. The road leads us to the breathtaking turquoise waters of Humantay Lake, surrounded by towering snow-capped peaks.

After exploring and taking photos, we will hike back to Soraypampa. We will then return to Mollepata for a semi-buffet lunch before heading back to Cusco. Estimated arrival time is approximately 4:50 P.M. drop off point at the historic center.

• Route: Cusco – Mollepata – Soraypampa – Humantay Lake – Cusco
• Highest Altitude: 4,200 meters (13,779 above sea level)
• Lowest Altitude: 3,400 meters (11,155 above sea level) (Cusco)
• Distance Traveled: 160 km

Difficulty Level: Moderate to Challenging

This activity offers two time slots to choose from: the first one starts at 8:40 A.M., and the second one at 12:40 P.M. We will begin the city tour with pick up service from your hotel. 

We will visit the Qoricancha Temple, also known as the Temple of the Sun. This site showcases Inca and colonial architecture. Next, we will explore Sacsayhuamán, an impressive fortress with massive stone walls.

The tour will continue to Qenqo, an Inca ceremonial site with carved stone altars. We will then visit Puka Pukara, a military complex known for its panoramic views. 

Our final stop will be Tambomachay, an Inca water temple featuring intricate aqueducts and waterfalls. Finally, we return to the city of Cusco. Our transportation service will drop us off near the historic center (Plateros Street).

• Route: Cusco – Qoricancha – Sacsayhuaman – Qenqo – Puka Pukara – Tambomachay – Cusco
• Highest Altitude: 3,700 meters (12,139 above sea level) (Sacsayhuamán)
• Lowest Altitude: 3,400 meters (11,155 above sea level) (Cusco)
• Distance Traveled: 20 km
• Difficulty Level: Easy

Our journey will end with a smooth hotel-to-airport transfer in Cusco. Depending on our flight time, we may have a final opportunity to explore the historic center. This incredible adventure will leave us with memories of Machu Picchu, the Sacred Valley, and the breathtaking Andes Mountains.

• Route: Hotel in Cusco – Cusco Airport
• Lowest Altitude: 3,400 meters (11,155 above sea level)
• Difficulty Level: Easy

This 7-day Cusco tour offers a perfect mix of culture, history, and adventure. We will explore archaeological sites, witness stunning panoramic views, and experience the magic of Machu Picchu. This journey through the Valley of the Incas will be an unforgettable experience. Highly recommended for adventure lovers!