Explore the northwest of Cusco, visiting the Moray Inca greenhouse, where the Incas adapted plants from different microclimates and genetically experimented with a wide range of seeds. Continue the visit with the salt flats; Maras has a spectacular view from the primary and secondary viewpoints. Finish with a visit to Chinchero.

In Chinchero, we observe the Inca imperial architecture. Before returning to Cusco, the explorers attend an educational textile spinning show, where the area’s families demonstrate the natural dyeing, spinning, and final work techniques used in preserving each Inca textile.

Synthesis of the excursion

Pick-up time and the start of the tour: 8:00 (Hotel Cusco)

The sites to visit:

1. Chinchero ruins, + Chinchero textiles
2. Raqchi viewpoint
3. The salt mines of Maras
4. Moray

Once the tour is over, we will leave you at your hotel or, if travelers require it, in the center of Cusco.

Food

None

Physical Level

Moderate

Walking Distance

Stroll

Hiking Time

:-)

Min Altitude

3,385m/11,105 ft.

Max Altitude

3,800m/12,467 ft.

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The Inca Valley presents several Inca constructions on top of the mountains or in the middle of them; the ones that are known at the moment are Pisac and Ollantaytambo Ruins, but apart from them, others do not have vehicular access, and we only reach them on foot or horseback. Today, we visit the beautiful Inca citadels of Pisac and Ollantaytambo, featuring unique architectural construction and incredible panoramic views at every step on the guided tour. In the afternoon, board your train service to Aguas Calientes.

DATA

Pick-up time and the start of the trip: 07:00 (Hotel Cusco)

The sites to visit:

• Taray viewpoint
• Archaeological Center of Pisac
• Colonial and Indigenous Market of Pisac
• Inca archaeological zone of Ollantaytambo
• Lunch: Box Lunch

Information about the train service from OLLANTAYTAMBO TO MACHU PICCHU

• Railway company: INCA RAIL
• Service route: OLLANTAYTAMBO to MACHU PICCHU
• Train class: THE VOYAGER 45
• Train departure time from Ollantaytambo train station: 16:36
• Visitors must be inside the railway premises at 16:06 – Otherwise, you will not be allowed to board the train.
• Arrival time at the Aguas Calientes train station: 18:09

Food

Box Lunch

Physical Level

Easy

Walking Distance

Stroll

Hiking Time

:-)

Min Altitude

2,065m/6,774 ft.

Max Altitude

3,650m/11,482 ft.

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During the morning, according to the entrance ticket, visit Machu Picchu on a 2-hour guided tour, visiting the Intiwatana, the Temple of the Condor, the residential area, the house of the chosen ones of the sun, the industrial area, etc. After exploring Machu Picchu, we recommend going to the hot springs in the afternoon to relax your muscles. Today, we have the second night in Aguas Calientes “overnight.”

Compendium of the excursion

• Bus service to Machu Picchu (up and down)
• Two-hour guided tour inside Machu Picchu. NOTE: NO FREE TIME according to the new regulations of the Machu Picchu Sanctuary since 2015. If you require more time, book a new entrance ticket

AFTERNOON, THE HOT SPRING is just an 18-minute walk from the Aguas Calientes square to enjoy the natural waters and take a dip. “Tickets not included.”

Food

Hotel breakfast

Physical Level

Easy

Walking Distance

Stroll

Hiking Time

2-hour guided tour

Min Altitude

2,065m/6,774ft.

Max Altitude

2,430m/7,972 ft.

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Huayna Picchu is one of the mountains that offers unforgettable vacation experiences. The Machu Picchu area has beautiful 360-degree panoramic views from the Huayna Picchu mountain. In the afternoon, board the train service to Ollantaytambo, and from there, we will transfer you to your hotel in Cusco.

Brief excursion information

• Bus service to Machu Picchu (up and down)
• Visit Machu Picchu for the second time at dawn and then go to Huayna Picchu mountain.
• PM, board your train service to OLLANTAYTAMBO and return to Cusco City.

Information about the train service from MACHU PICCHU TO OLLANTAYTAMBO

• Railway company: INCA RAIL
• Train Travel Route: MACHU PICCHU TO OLLANTAYTAMBO
• Class: THE VOYAGER 44
• Train departure time from Aguas Calientes train station: 14:30
• Travelers must be inside the train facilities at 14:00; otherwise, you will not be allowed to board the train.
• Arrival time at OLLANTAYTAMBO train station: 16:04

When you arrive at the OLLANTAYTAMBO train station, go to the waiting area where our staff will wait. Look for a sign with your name on it.” Group Name: 6 Day Machu Picchu Tour

Private transfer service from Ollantaytambo train station to the Cusco “Hotel.”

Food

Hotel Breakfast

Physical Level

Intense

Walking Distance

Short Hike

Hiking Time

90 minutes

Min Altitude

2,430m/7,972 ft.

Max Altitude

2,693m/8,835 ft.

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We leave early in the morning in our private vehicle at the start of the colorful tour. It takes about 55 minutes by horse to reach the top of the mountain and observe the colorful mountain and its entire mountain chain, giving the impression of an oasis in the middle of the Andes.

Excursion Data

• Pick-up and start of land trip: 5:00 a.m.
• Travel distance: 3 hours from Cusco to Llaqtoc “start of the trek”
• Hike start elevation: Llaqtoc 4,900 meters / 16,076 feet.
• Total walking time: 18 minutes one way and 13 minutes back.
• By horse, the distance is 7 km/ 4.3 miles.
• Pass Elevation: 5,100 meters / 16,732 feet.
• Hike Difficulty: Challenging “one-way walk (18 minutes)”
• Return time to Cusco: 15:30 hrs. and 16:30 hrs.

Upon return from Rainbow Mountain, or at the time indicated for travelers, we have a direct transfer service to the Cusco Hotel or the Cusco airport facilities.

Physical Level

Easy

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