Overview
Duration
Type tour
Difficulty
Altitude
Acomodation
Group size
Machu Picchu Tour
Discover Machu Picchu, the enigmatic Inca city, South America’s top tourist attraction, and one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.
Overnight stay in Cusco.
Rainbow Mountain Tour – Cusco
Experience the heart of the Andean highlands of Cusco and be amazed by the stunning landscape of Rainbow Mountain and the surrounding snow-capped peaks.
Itinerary Machu Picchu & Montaña de Colores – 2 Days
Day 1:
Today, enjoy a full-day excursion to Machu Picchu — a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.
Our staff will pick you up from your hotel in Cusco at 3:45 a.m., and you’ll be transferred by tourist minibus to the Ollantaytambo train station. There, you’ll board the 6:10 a.m. train, embarking on a breathtaking journey through the Urubamba River Valley, surrounded by towering mountains, until you reach Machu Picchu Town (Aguas Calientes).
Upon arrival in Aguas Calientes, one of our hosts and your professional tour guide will greet you and accompany you on your Machu Picchu tour, the legendary Lost City of the Incas. After passing the checkpoint, you’ll ascend to the Guardian’s House viewpoint, where you can take in the stunning panoramic view of Machu Picchu in perfect harmony with its natural surroundings. Capture memorable photos of this magical place before exploring the most iconic areas of the citadel.
After the guided tour of Machu Picchu, you’ll return by bus to Aguas Calientes and enjoy lunch on your own. Later in the day (2:55 p.m., 3:20 p.m., or 6:20 p.m. depending on your ticket), you will board your train back to Ollantaytambo station. Upon arrival, our staff will be waiting to transfer you by tourist minibus back to your hotel in Cusco.
Da 2:
Today, your Rainbow Mountain tour begins at 4:30 a.m.
Board a tourist vehicle and leave your hotel and the bustling city of Cusco behind as you embark on a scenic 3-hour journey to Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca). Before reaching the trailhead, enjoy a homemade breakfast in the town of Cusipata.
Continue by bus to the Rainbow Mountain parking area. Around 8:40 a.m., begin a 2-hour uphill hike at a relaxed pace, accompanied by an expert local trekking guide.
From the Rainbow Mountain viewpoint (5,200 meters / 17,060 ft), marvel at and photograph the incredible striped colors formed by natural mineral oxides over millions of years. You’ll also enjoy panoramic views of the majestic Ausangate Mountain (6,385 meters / 20,948 ft), and walk among wild Andean camelids in their natural habitat.
Afterward, descend and board your tourist transport back to Cusipata, where you’ll enjoy a delicious buffet lunch made with local Andean ingredients. After a short, refreshing break, return to Cusco by tourist transport. Estimated arrival: 5:00 – 5:30 p.m.
Includes
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Tourist transportation for all tours
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Professional bilingual tour guide
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Tourist train tickets from Ollantaytambo to Machu Picchu and back
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All entrance tickets to sites mentioned in the itinerary (Machu Picchu and Rainbow Mountain)
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Consettur bus tickets from Machu Picchu Town (Aguas Calientes) to the Machu Picchu citadel and return
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Tourist transportation Cusco – Ollantaytambo train station – Cusco
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Meals: 1 breakfast and 1 homemade lunch at Rainbow Mountain (buffet style)
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First aid kit and oxygen supply
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Group/shared tour service
-
Permanent assistance throughout the tour
No Incluye
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Dinner in Aguas Calientes
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Trekking poles (optional rental available)
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Entrance to Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain (optional, advance booking required)
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Travel insurance
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Tips
Packing list Machu Picchu & Montaña de Colores – 2 Days
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A small personal backpack for excursions (max. 25 liters)
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All tickets provided in Cusco (entrance tickets to sites, train and Consettur bus tickets)
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Personal ID used for booking the tour (passport, national ID, student card, etc.)
-
Rain jacket or poncho (for the rainy season – November to April)
-
Hat and cap for both cold and sunny weather
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Sunscreen (recommended from April to October)
-
Mosquito repellent (especially for Machu Picchu)
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Bottled water
-
Personal medications and altitude sickness pills (soroche)
-
Extra cash (in Peruvian soles – PEN)
-
Camera and accessories
Recomendaciones:
- Reserve el tour montaña arcoíris y Machu Picchu 2 días con meses de anticipación, especialmente si planea viajar entre mayo y septiembre que es temporada alta, por lo tanto, los boletos para Machu Picchu y el Tren tienden a agotarse.
- Asegúrese de estar en Cusco un día antes.
- Antes y al llegar a Cusco, tome pastillas para el mal de altura (soroche). En su hotel en Cusco tome también la infusión de hojas de coca, le ayudará a aclimatarse mejor y a no sentir mucho el molesto dolor de cabeza, mareos y vómitos.
- En Cusco, por la madrugada y por la noche, use ropa de abrigo. Especialmente para la montaña de 7 colores.
- Para viajar en tren a Machu Picchu, deje sus pesadas maletas en el hotel en Cusco. La compañía de trenes solo le permite viajar con equipaje personal. Si desea viajar con su equipaje pesado, tendrá que pagar un suplemento a la compañía ferroviaria y pasar por un largo proceso para enviarlo en tren de carga.
PRECIO POR PERSONA: $350.00 SIN HOTEL
Prices Machu Picchu & Montaña de Colores – 2 Days
PRECIO POR PERSONA:
$350.00 SIN HOTEL
Overview
Duration
Type tour
Difficulty
Altitude
Acomodation
Group size
Machu Picchu Tour
Discover Machu Picchu, the enigmatic Inca city, South America’s top tourist attraction, and one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.
Overnight stay in Cusco.
Rainbow Mountain Tour – Cusco
Experience the heart of the Andean highlands of Cusco and be amazed by the stunning landscape of Rainbow Mountain and the surrounding snow-capped peaks.
Day 1:
Today, enjoy a full-day excursion to Machu Picchu — a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.
Our staff will pick you up from your hotel in Cusco at 3:45 a.m., and you’ll be transferred by tourist minibus to the Ollantaytambo train station. There, you’ll board the 6:10 a.m. train, embarking on a breathtaking journey through the Urubamba River Valley, surrounded by towering mountains, until you reach Machu Picchu Town (Aguas Calientes).
Upon arrival in Aguas Calientes, one of our hosts and your professional tour guide will greet you and accompany you on your Machu Picchu tour, the legendary Lost City of the Incas. After passing the checkpoint, you’ll ascend to the Guardian’s House viewpoint, where you can take in the stunning panoramic view of Machu Picchu in perfect harmony with its natural surroundings. Capture memorable photos of this magical place before exploring the most iconic areas of the citadel.
After the guided tour of Machu Picchu, you’ll return by bus to Aguas Calientes and enjoy lunch on your own. Later in the day (2:55 p.m., 3:20 p.m., or 6:20 p.m. depending on your ticket), you will board your train back to Ollantaytambo station. Upon arrival, our staff will be waiting to transfer you by tourist minibus back to your hotel in Cusco.
Da 2:
Today, your Rainbow Mountain tour begins at 4:30 a.m.
Board a tourist vehicle and leave your hotel and the bustling city of Cusco behind as you embark on a scenic 3-hour journey to Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca). Before reaching the trailhead, enjoy a homemade breakfast in the town of Cusipata.
Continue by bus to the Rainbow Mountain parking area. Around 8:40 a.m., begin a 2-hour uphill hike at a relaxed pace, accompanied by an expert local trekking guide.
From the Rainbow Mountain viewpoint (5,200 meters / 17,060 ft), marvel at and photograph the incredible striped colors formed by natural mineral oxides over millions of years. You’ll also enjoy panoramic views of the majestic Ausangate Mountain (6,385 meters / 20,948 ft), and walk among wild Andean camelids in their natural habitat.
Afterward, descend and board your tourist transport back to Cusipata, where you’ll enjoy a delicious buffet lunch made with local Andean ingredients. After a short, refreshing break, return to Cusco by tourist transport. Estimated arrival: 5:00 – 5:30 p.m.
Includes
-
Tourist transportation for all tours
-
Professional bilingual tour guide
-
Tourist train tickets from Ollantaytambo to Machu Picchu and back
-
All entrance tickets to sites mentioned in the itinerary (Machu Picchu and Rainbow Mountain)
-
Consettur bus tickets from Machu Picchu Town (Aguas Calientes) to the Machu Picchu citadel and return
-
Tourist transportation Cusco – Ollantaytambo train station – Cusco
-
Meals: 1 breakfast and 1 homemade lunch at Rainbow Mountain (buffet style)
-
First aid kit and oxygen supply
-
Group/shared tour service
-
Permanent assistance throughout the tour
-
Dinner in Aguas Calientes
-
Trekking poles (optional rental available)
-
Entrance to Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain (optional, advance booking required)
-
Travel insurance
-
Tips
-
A small personal backpack for excursions (max. 25 liters)
-
All tickets provided in Cusco (entrance tickets to sites, train and Consettur bus tickets)
-
Personal ID used for booking the tour (passport, national ID, student card, etc.)
-
Rain jacket or poncho (for the rainy season – November to April)
-
Hat and cap for both cold and sunny weather
-
Sunscreen (recommended from April to October)
-
Mosquito repellent (especially for Machu Picchu)
-
Bottled water
-
Personal medications and altitude sickness pills (soroche)
-
Extra cash (in Peruvian soles – PEN)
-
Camera and accessories
Recomendaciones:
- Reserve el tour montaña arcoíris y Machu Picchu 2 días con meses de anticipación, especialmente si planea viajar entre mayo y septiembre que es temporada alta, por lo tanto, los boletos para Machu Picchu y el Tren tienden a agotarse.
- Asegúrese de estar en Cusco un día antes.
- Antes y al llegar a Cusco, tome pastillas para el mal de altura (soroche). En su hotel en Cusco tome también la infusión de hojas de coca, le ayudará a aclimatarse mejor y a no sentir mucho el molesto dolor de cabeza, mareos y vómitos.
- En Cusco, por la madrugada y por la noche, use ropa de abrigo. Especialmente para la montaña de 7 colores.
- Para viajar en tren a Machu Picchu, deje sus pesadas maletas en el hotel en Cusco. La compañía de trenes solo le permite viajar con equipaje personal. Si desea viajar con su equipaje pesado, tendrá que pagar un suplemento a la compañía ferroviaria y pasar por un largo proceso para enviarlo en tren de carga.
PRECIO POR PERSONA: $350.00 SIN HOTEL
