Small-Group 3-day Cusco Tour to Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu & Rainbow Mountain
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3 days
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This 3-day tour to Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu and Rainbow Mountain shows you Cusco's must-visit highlights in 3 days. You'll get to the sites before the crowds arrive and you'll get the most scenic photos as our guides show you the best spots. We also include a free airport pickup & drop-off for you!
Our Sacred Valley tour includes a visit of Chinchero/Pisac, Moray, Salt mines of Maras and Ollantaytambo; 4 incredible sites in a day!
On the second day during the private Machu Picchu tour, our expert guide will explain you everything you have ever wanted to know about Peru's New Wonder of the World.
On the last day, you'll see the incredible Rainbow Mountain Palccoyo before the crowds arrive and hike with an alpaca/llama.
Get ready for 3 unforgettable days!
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
What To Expect
Sacred Valley Day Tour
Food and Drinks
LUNCH
Lunch
Delicious lunch buffet in restaurant for small groups in Urubamba (vegan & vegetarian options available)
Cusco
6:45 am: Pickup from your hotel in Cusco
Chinchero
8:00 am: Local Textile Center in Chinchero For about 1 hour we have the pleasure to explore the traditional weaving methods and the production process of alpaca and llama clothes. We also get to feed alpacas and llamas in the center.
Maras Moray Tours
9:30 am: Visit of Moray Explore with your certified guide the scientific area of the Incas in Moray, where agricultural test were made by creating different climatic areas. Enter this place many others don't do and enjoy spectacular views over to the mountains of Urubamba.
Maras
11:00 pm: Visit of the Salt Mines of Maras It's time for some incredible stories and pictures with the hundreds of salt pools in the background.
Urubamba
1:00 pm: Lunch in Urubamba Enjoy a delicious buffet (vegetarian and vegan options available) in an excellent colonial hacienda style restaurant for small groups. After lunch, you can take a short walk in its beautiful garden with alpacas and llamas.
Archaeological Park Ollantaytambo
2:40 pm: Ollantaytambo The last impressive site you'll get to discover today. The terraces and ruins of Ollantaytambo, where heavy fights have been experienced between the last Inca and the Spaniards. Hike up the stairs to have a spectacular view over the ruins and Ollantaytambo village.
Ollantaytambo
4:00 pm: Drop-off at main square or train station in Ollantaytambo You have the possibility to stay in Ollantaytambo and/or take the train in the evening (7:00 pm) to head to Aguas Calientes and stay the night in Machu Picchu. Or head back to Cusco.
Cusco
5:35 pm: Arrival at your hotel in Cusco Note: All times are approximations.
Private Machu Picchu Day Tour
Cusco
2:45 am: Hotel Pickup in Cusco and transfer to train station
Ollantaytambo
5:05 am: Train from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes
Aguas Calientes
6:35 am: Welcome by team member at train station and taking bus to Machu Picchu entrance
Machu Picchu
8:00 am: Guided Machu Picchu tour
Machu Picchu
10:30 am: Leaving Machu Picchu, heading back to Aguas Calientes by bus (without guide)
Aguas Calientes
11:30 am: Arrival in Aguas Calientes and free time for lunch and afterwards return train to Ollantaytambo in the afternoon/evening
Ollantaytambo
Private pickup after arrival at the train station in Ollantaytambo and transfer to your hotel in Cusco
Cusco
Drop-off at your hotel in Cusco.
Rainbow Mountain Palccoyo
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Breakfast buffet (vegan & vegetarian options available)
LUNCH
Lunch
Lunch buffet (vegan & vegetarian options available)
Cusco
3:30 am: We'll pick you up at your hotel earlier than everyone else due to one reason - we want to be one of the first ones at Rainbow Mountain. 5:30 am: Energetic breakfast in one of the best restaurants in this area
7:30 am: Briefing at the parking lot and first views of this amazing place. 7:45 am: 'Walk the alpaca' while we're on our way to the viewpoint. Once there, you'll see all three rainbow mountains. The hike to the stone forest with a spectacular panoramic view of the entire valley is optional. 11:45 pm: Delicious lunch buffet in restaurant
Cusco
3:30 pm: Arrival in Cusco and drop-off at your accommodation (optional drop-off at airport possible - only for flights after 5 pm)
What‘s Included
Machu Picchu entrance, Expedition train & shuttle bus ticket
Hiking poles, first-aid kit & oxygen
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Licensed guide & professional driver
Breakfast
Hike with alpaca or llama (depends on availability)
Pickup from hotels outside of Cusco
Sacred Valley and Maras
Rainbow Mountain
Pickup points
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Small-Group 3-day Cusco Tour to Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu & Rainbow Mountain
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Reviews
39 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Our trip to Peru was absolutely magical ! I would highly suggest using this company to book your door to Peru.
Taryn M,Mar 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I have nothing but nice things to say! As someone who usually plans all of our own trips and all the logistics, this was so nice to have Exploor Peru do it for us. Everyone on the entire team was extremely professional kind and treated us like family. They were on time they provided daily updates with clear direction on the activities for the next day. Each of the staff that we interacted with were amazing and so friendly and genuine. I think that’s truly what made our trip that much more special was how they treated us like family. They provided us insight that you wouldn’t necessarily get in doing a large group tour. I have nothing but kind words to say for every single person on their team and highly suggest this company if you were thinking of coming to Peru.
Amazing tour in Cusco and Sacred Valley from start to finish!
A6645WDjoanne,Nov 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an unforgettable experience exploring the Sacred Valley, hiking the one-day Inca Trail from KM 104, and visiting Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca) with our guide Junior and driver Edwin. They did an amazing job taking care of our group of nine, and we loved every moment—these are truly priceless memories we’ll take home with us. Junior impressed us with his incredible knowledge; there wasn’t a single question he couldn’t answer. We really appreciated his thoughtful, detailed explanations throughout the trip. Junior was also incredibly organized and made sure we got the most out of each experience. We have to give a special shout-out to Edwin and Jesus for making sure we made it to our 5 a.m. train in time to start the Inca Trail! Exploor is an incredibly organized and communicative company. Throughout our 11 months of planning Erik provided timely, helpful responses, and every schedule was thoughtfully designed and very efficient. While we were in Cusco, Karen sent daily messages to prep for the next day. The early mornings were absolutely worth it for the quiet sites and amazing photo opportunities! We highly recommend working with their team! Overall, an exceptional week in Cusco and the Sacred Valley —highly recommend!
100% recommended
marianapA1150LH,Nov 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00With them we did the tour of the Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu and the mountain of 7 colors. We have been spared words of praise because realemte was an incredible exoerience, very orgabized and cared for. They were on the lookout the entire time and responded to our concerns quickly and effectively. The guides were excellent and the attention to detail left us extremely happy.
Best travel experience ever!
andreeagranieri,Oct 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The best travels I had in a very long time and all thanks to Exploor. The professionalism of the team, every detail of organizing this trio was perfect!
Exceptional Guides/Drivers and Perfect Planning for our 8 Days in Peru with Exploor
Pathfinder530955,Sep 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our experience with Exploor in Peru was excellent! From start to finish, they made our 8-day journey through Peru seamless and absolutely unforgettable. My wife and I, along with another couple, felt completely taken care of every step of the way. The communication with Exploor was exceptional. There never was a time where we felt like, what now? Communications during the entire trip were always clear and timely. Every question we had before and during the trip was answered quickly, and their team went above and beyond to ensure all the details were perfectly arranged. The guides and drivers were outstanding. Not only were they knowledgeable, but they were also warm, personable, and passionate about sharing the beauty and culture of Peru. They made each destination from Vinicunca (Rainbow Mountain) to Machu Picchu, Cusco, the Sacred Valley, Huacachina and more a great experience. Their expertise and kindness made our group feel at ease, whether navigating busy sites or simply soaking in the incredible landscapes. One of the members of our group had a bit of altitude sickness after getting to Cusco and the guide for the day was great, checking on her and making sure she did not overexert herself and then coming up with alternate plans to ensure things did not escalate while still being able to take part in the majority of activities. Exploor representatives were also thoughtful and checked in with us after the day's activities to ensure everyone was ok and that type of thoughtfulness was appreciated. We never felt like we were just "the next tour group." We always felt like they were trying to give us the best experience in their country which was awesome. I can’t say it enough, Exploor is super professional, and I am so glad I ran across them as they help plan and make this trip an unforgettable adventure. Their advice and planning allowed us to really enjoy Peru’s treasures without worrying about logistics. If you are thinking visiting Peru, I highly recommend them for your adventure! Just a great overall experience!
Excellent experience
claudianoemiv2025,Sep 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did a tour to Peru with 4 friends and it was a wonderful experience from start to finish. The whole tour was totally personalized, allowing us to enjoy each place at our own pace. The guides were super friendly, attentive at all times and always watching that we were well and comfortable. The lodging places were amazing, very comfortable and well located, and the meals were delicious, always according to the itinerary we had prepared. It was definitely a trip that exceeded our expectations and I rate it excellent. Thank you for making this tour an unforgettable experience!
Explore Peru with Exploor!
Paul Adrian P,Sep 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Exploor made our Peru trip unforgettable! From start to finish, everything was so well-organized, making it easy for us to simply enjoy and soak in all the beauty Peru has to offer. What I loved most was that the itinerary wasn’t just about ticking off tourist spots—it gave us the chance to truly experience Peru’s culture. We visited local families, learned about their way of life, and connected with the people in a meaningful way. A huge shoutout to our amazing guide in Cusco, Makki! Not only did he share fascinating insights about each site, but his photography skills are incredible—thanks to him, we have some of our favorite travel photos ever. I also want to thank Grimwaldo, our guide from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu, for his patience, encouragement, and great energy while leading us through the challenging Machu Picchu trails. If you’re planning a trip to Cusco or anywhere in Peru, I can’t recommend Exploor enough—they’ll make your adventure truly special.
Amazing Peru - 10/10
jamesgL8841DT,Aug 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The Exploor team ensured we had an amazing family trip to Peru. Our 2-week itinerary was put together by Exploor and included the Amazon (amazing), the Andes / Cusco region (amazing) and Paracas (not quite so amazing but the Ballestas Islands boat trip was fun). The Exploor team were great, with a special mention to our awesome trekking guide Maiki, and the trip planning and communications with us each day were outstanding. I would highly recommend Exploor to anyone wishing to see some of the highlights of Peru in a well-organised and time-efficient manner with the help of friendly local experts.
Amazing experience !!!
Wanderer11961311838,Aug 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Exploor Peru is amazing! They had so much knowledge to share about each location. They helped with photos and were just amazing! I highly recommend, and would book with them again.
The entire trip was a smashing success!
383wein,Jul 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Not only did we see amazing places, we also got paired with tour guides that gave us all the necessary information to learn about Peru. Additionally, they made sure we were safe and having fun throughout each site making sure we got to see and do everything we wanted to achieve. There really are no words to describe how incredibly well it went for us during our whole trip!
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