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4 Days Cusco Machu Picchu and Rainbow Mountain

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Overview

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4 days

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Explore the rich history and stunning landscapes of Cusco on this 4-day, 3-night tour. Experience a guided City Tour featuring ancient sites like Sacsayhuamán and Tambomachay, then venture into the Sacred Valley to discover Inca ruins, artisan markets, and local culinary delights. Cap off your adventure with a visit to the iconic Machu Picchu, and choose between the vibrant Rainbow Mountain or the serene Humantay Lake for a breathtaking natural experience in the Andes.

Additional Info

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

What To Expect

Day 1

Pick up from airport / City tour Cusco

Accommodations

Hotel 3 stars

1

Discover Cusco’s archaeological treasures on a guided tour through the main Inca sites surrounding the city. Visit Saqsayhuamán, a majestic fortress built with massive stones offering panoramic views of Cusco. Explore Qenqo, an ancient ceremonial center with stone carvings and mysterious underground chambers. Continue to Puka Pukara, the “Red Fortress,” strategically located with stunning views of the Sacred Valley. End the tour at Tambomachay, known as the “Inca Bath,” famous for its sacred water fountains that still flow today.

5 hours • Admission Included
Day 2

Sacred Valley - Aguas Calientes

Accommodations

Hotel 3 Stars in Aguas Calientes

Food and Drinks

LUNCH

Lunch

1

Sacred Valley

We begin with pickup from your hotel in Cusco to visit Chinchero, a charming Andean village known for its Inca architecture and traditional textile center, where you’ll learn the ancestral art of weaving. The journey continues to Moray, the impressive Inca agricultural laboratory, and then to the ancient Maras Salt Mines, where salt has been extracted by hand since pre-Inca times. In Urubamba, enjoy a delicious buffet lunch featuring traditional Peruvian dishes before visiting the majestic Ollantaytambo Fortress, an outstanding example of Inca engineering and strategic design. From there, we’ll board the tourist train to Machu Picchu Town (Aguas Calientes) for a scenic ride through the valley. Upon arrival, you’ll spend the night in this charming town at the foot of the Inca citadel, ready for your next day’s visit to the iconic Machu Picchu.

10 hours • Admission Included
Day 3

Machu Picchu - Cusco

Accommodations

Hotel 3 stars in Cusco

1

Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu

We begin this unforgettable adventure to Machu Picchu by heading to the station to board the bus to the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu, traveling approximately 9 km in a 30-minute journey filled with unique landscapes. Once we arrive at the entrance to Machu Picchu, we begin the guided tour, an experience steeped in history, spirituality, and amazing architecture. For approximately 2 hours, our expert Machu Picchu guide will accompany you through the most emblematic areas of the citadel.

4 hours • Admission Included
2

Cusco

After the tour, we return by bus to Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu Pueblo). There you will have free time to have lunch, explore local shops, visit the artisan market, or relax in the surrounding area. (according to the train schedule) Depending on the train schedule, we will head to the station to board the tourist train to Ollantaytambo, where private transportation (Inca Rail or Peru Rail) will be waiting to take us back to Cusco.

4 hours • Admission Not Applicable
Day 4

Rainbow Mountain or Humantay Lake

Food and Drinks

BREAKFAST

Breakfast

LUNCH

Lunch

1

Rainbow Mountain

We begin early with pickup from your hotel in Cusco and travel to the district of Cusipata, where you’ll enjoy a delicious traditional Andean breakfast. The journey continues to Pampachiri, the starting point for a 3-hour round-trip hike through breathtaking Andean landscapes filled with llamas, alpacas, and native flora. Upon reaching the Vinicunca viewpoint (5,036 m / 16,522 ft), you’ll witness the stunning Rainbow Mountain, along with panoramic views of the Ausangate Glacier and the Red Valley—perfect spots for incredible photos. After descending, we’ll return to Cusipata for a buffet lunch before heading back to Cusco, arriving in the afternoon with unforgettable memories of one of Peru’s most spectacular natural wonders. ✨You may also choose the alternative tour to Humantay Lagoon.

12 hours • Admission Included
2

Humantay Lake

We’ll pick you up from your hotel in Cusco at 4:30 a.m. to begin one of Peru’s most stunning natural experiences. The journey takes us to Mollepata, where you’ll enjoy a traditional Andean breakfast before continuing to Soraypampa (3,900 m / 12,795 ft) — the starting point of the hike. From there, we’ll begin a moderate 1.5-hour hike surrounded by breathtaking Andean landscapes until we reach the beautiful Humantay Lagoon (4,200 m / 13,780 ft). You’ll have time to explore, take photos, and admire the turquoise waters framed by the snow-capped Humantay Mountain, part of the Salkantay range. ️ After enjoying the scenery, we’ll hike back to Soraypampa and return to Mollepata for a buffet lunch before heading back to Cusco, arriving around 6:00 p.m. A truly unforgettable adventure to one of Peru’s most beautiful lagoons! ✨ You may also choose the alternative tour to Rainbow Mountain.

12 hours • Admission Included

What‘s Included

Transportation to all the indicated tourist sites.

Buss consettur Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu - Aguas Calientes

Transfert to Airport

Buffet Lunch Rainbow Mountain / Humantay Lake

Breakfast

Entrance fee Sacred Valley

Hotel 3 stars in Cusco

Breakfast Rainbow Mountain / Humantay Lake

Entrance fee to City tour

Buffet Lunch

Tourist transport Ollantaytambo - Cusco

Pick up time from your hotel

Train tickets Ollantaytambo - Aguas Calientes

Hotel in Cusco

Train tickets Aguas Calientes - Ollantaytambo

Hotel 3 stars in Aguas Calientes

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Meals not mentioned

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    karlhM4366BC,Apr 4, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Excellent experience. Mandala was monitoring the tour the whole time. All on time and as programmed. Good price and full compliance.

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  • amazing 🤩

    605luisaz,Apr 2, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Excellent service!! I recommend them 100%, super organized, attentive, the programming of each activity was excellent and Giovanny always attentive to every detail! They helped us with transportation and tours in Cusco and Lima and every day in Peru was perfect 🤩

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    Jimmy R,Mar 11, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    A wonderful, safe and reliable experience, warm and welcoming service make you feel at home.

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