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Machu Picchu, Rainbow Mountain and Humantay Lake 6-day Tour

Duración:
6 days
Tours:
Private and group
Accommodation:
Included
Departures:
All year round

Our Machu Picchu, Rainbow Mountain and Humantay Lake 6-day Tour combines the main highlights of Cusco: archaeological sites, high mountain landscapes, and Andean lakes.

The journey begins with a City Tour of Cusco and its Inca temples, followed by a visit to the Sacred Valley before taking the train to Aguas Calientes. On the third day, you will explore Machu Picchu with a professional guide, visiting its main sectors and terraces.

The following days include hikes to two of the most photographed natural landscapes in the region: Rainbow Mountain with its multicolored geological formations, and Humantay Lake surrounded by glaciers. The tour concludes with your return to Lima.

Itinerary Machu Picchu, Rainbow Mountain and Humantay Lake 6-day Tour

  • Day 1: Arrival in Cusco and City Tour
  • Day 2: Sacred Valley and transfer to Aguas Calientes
  • Day 3: Machu Picchu Citadel and return to Cusco
  • Day 4: Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca) excursion
  • Day 5: Humantay Lake excursion
  • Day 6: Transfer to the airport and return to Lima

Detailed Itinerary

Day 01: Reception in Cusco and City Tour

Upon arrival in Cusco, our staff will welcome you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel, where you can enjoy a coca tea to help with acclimatization. In the afternoon, you will take the City Tour, visiting the Temple of the Sun or Koricancha and the main ruins on the outskirts of the city: Sacsayhuamán, Qenqo, Puca Pucara, and Tambomachay. Return to your hotel in Cusco.

Day 02: Cusco - Sacred Valley - Aguas Calientes

We will depart to the Sacred Valley of the Incas heading to Pisac, where you will visit the artisan market and the archaeological complex with its terraces and panoramic views of the valley. You will continue to Urubamba for a buffet lunch. Afterwards, you will visit the fortress of Ollantaytambo, a living Inca town and the boarding point for the panoramic train to Aguas Calientes. Upon arrival in Machu Picchu Pueblo, our staff will accompany you to your hotel. In the evening, you will receive an informative briefing from the guide about the visit for the following day.

Day 03: Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu - Cusco

After breakfast, you will take the bus with your guide up to the Machu Picchu citadel, where you will have a guided tour of approximately 3 hours according to the circuit assigned on your ticket, visiting the main sectors and having time for panoramic photographs. At the end of the guided tour, you will have free time to continue exploring on your own or take short hikes such as the Sun Gate or the Inca Bridge, subject to availability. Then you will descend to Aguas Calientes for lunch, and in the afternoon, you will take the train back to Ollantaytambo, where our transportation will be waiting to take you to your hotel in Cusco. Optional: If you wish to include the hike to Huayna Picchu Mountain, you must reserve at least 4 months in advance and consider an additional cost of 75 USD per person, subject to availability.

Day 04: Cusco - Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca) - Cusco

Early departure from your hotel in Cusco toward the Pitumarca area, crossing Andean landscapes and local communities. Light breakfast along the way before continuing by vehicle to the Phullawasipata sector, the starting point of the hike. From there, we will begin the ascent to Rainbow Mountain, enjoying views of the mountain range, snow-capped peaks, and Andean wildlife such as alpacas and llamas. Once at the top, you will have time to appreciate the multicolored geological formations, take photographs, and observe the Red Valley landscape. After the descent, our transportation will take you to a local restaurant for lunch. Return to Cusco and transfer to your hotel. Optional: During the hike, you may hire horse service for the ascent (20 USD).

Day 05: Cusco - Humantay Lake - Cusco

Early departure from Cusco toward Mollepata, where we will have breakfast. We will continue by vehicle to Soraypampa, the starting point of the hike to Humantay Lake. The ascent hike takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes to reach the turquoise lake surrounded by glaciers and the impressive Humantay snow-capped mountain. You will have time to enjoy the scenery, take photographs, and rest before beginning the descent back to Soraypampa. Lunch in Mollepata before returning to Cusco. Transfer to your hotel. Optional: During the hike, you may hire horse service for the ascent (20 USD).

Day 06: Cusco - Transfer to the Airport

At the coordinated time, we will transfer you from your hotel to Cusco Airport to board your return flight to Lima. End of our services.

What does the tour include?

Includes

Cusco

  • Welcome and transfers airport – hotel – airport.
  • City Tour excursion (tourist transportation and professional guide).
  • 03 hotel nights in Cusco.

Sacred Valley of the Incas

  • Sacred Valley excursion (tourist transportation, buffet lunch, and professional guide).

Machu Picchu & Aguas Calientes

  • Machu Picchu excursion.
  • Round-trip train ticket: Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes – Ollantaytambo.
  • Round-trip bus to Machu Picchu.
  • Official tourism guide in Spanish or English.
  • Entrance ticket to Machu Picchu.
  • Return transportation Ollantaytambo – Cusco.
  • 01 hotel night in Aguas Calientes.

Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca)

  • Rainbow Mountain Tour (tourist transportation and professional guide).
  • Breakfast and lunch along the route.

Humantay Lake

  • Humantay Lake Tour (tourist transportation and professional guide).
  • Breakfast and lunch.

Not included

  • Entrance tickets (City Tour, Sacred Valley, Rainbow Mountain, and Humantay Lake)
  • Machu Picchu Mountain entrance ticket (75 USD).
  • Huayna Picchu Mountain entrance ticket (75 USD).
  • Meals not mentioned in the program.
  • Horse (20 USD)
  • Travel insurance

Recommendations

  • Valid original passport or ID card.
  • Wear comfortable sneakers or shoes.
  • Rain poncho during the months of October to April.
  • Insect repellent.
  • Sunscreen and hat for sunny days.
  • Sunglasses.
  • Medications and/or personal items.
  • A light backpack
  • Have cash in Peruvian soles.

Important program information

  • Machu Picchu tickets sell out 2–3 months in advance and are subject to official circuits based on availability.
  • The City Tour, Sacred Valley, Rainbow Mountain, and Humantay Lake are operated in shared service.
  • The order of visits may vary due to weather, train schedules, or operational reasons.
  • Punctuality is mandatory for all services.

Prices Machu Picchu, Rainbow Mountain and Humantay Lake 6-day Tour

ECONOMY

$520

PER PERSON
  • 2⭐ HOTEL
  • Group services
  • Expedition or Voyager Train
  • Book with 30%
  • Does not include entrance tickets

TOURIST

$540

PER PERSON
  • 3⭐ HOTEL
  • Entrance tickets included
  • Group services
  • Expedition or Voyager Train
  • Book with 30%

SUPERIOR

$820

PER PERSON
  • 4⭐ HOTEL
  • Entrance tickets included
  • Transfers and guided tours in a small group
  • Private Guided Tour in Machu Picchu
  • Vistadome or 360° Train
  • Book with 50%
CHILDREN
FREE
FROM 0 to 24 months
MINORS
7% discount
FROM 3 to 09 years old
STUDENTS
$50 discount
FROM 10 to 17 years old
Payment methods
WeTravel
4.5%
PayPal
7.5%
Izipay
5.2%
Western Union
No fee

To begin the reservation process, please send us the following information:

Full name:
Passport number:
Nationality:
Date of birth:
Gender:
Phone number:

It is very important that you also provide us with your hotel information in the city of Cusco, so we can pick you up at the start of the tour.


PAYMENT METHODS

We offer the following options to complete your reservation payment:

1. WeTravel

You can make your payment through WeTravel, with a 4.5% service fee.
Important: to book with WeTravel, prior coordination with the agency is required in order to send you your 30% payment link, which includes the mentioned fee.

2. PayPal

You can make your payment via PayPal, with a 7.5% service fee.
The payment request will be sent by the agency.

PayPal account:
peru-sites@hotmail.com
PERU SITES TRAVEL AGENCY

3. Izipay

You can make your payment through Izipay, with a 5.2% service fee.
Important: to book with Izipay, prior coordination with the agency is required in order to send you your 30% payment link, which includes the mentioned fee.

4. Western Union

You can make your payment via Western Union, with no fee.
In this case, the sending information and beneficiary details will be provided by the agency. After sending the payment, you must share the MTCN code of the transfer to confirm your reservation.

Important
  • Book your Machu Picchu entrance ticket 3 to 4 months in advance, as well as your hotel.
  • Ask about discounts for groups starting from 5 passengers
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