Sacred Valley to Machu Picchu + Rainbow Mountains 3D/2N
From $570 Price per person
Road
Duration
3D/2N
Elevation
2.400 msnm
Level
Challenging
Type
Group/Private
Trip Details
Visiting the Salt Mines and Moray terraces, which were made by building containment walls filled with fertile earth. They were watered through a complex irrigation system. At the base of the terraces, there is a rainwater storage system. The entire system allowed for the cultivation of the Incas to grow over 250 types of vegetables.
Explore amazing ruins and the fabled Lost City of the Incas, Machu Picchu. The Inca City of the Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu is the articulating center of its surroundings, a masterpiece of art, urbanism, architecture and engineering of the Inca Civilization. The working of the mountain, at the foot of the Huayna Picchu, is the exceptional result of integration with its environment, the result of a gigantic effort as if it were an extension of nature.
Itinerary: Sacred Valley to Machu Picchu + Rainbow Mountains 3D/2N
COMPLETE SACRED VALLEY & MACHU PICCHU TOUR + RAINBOW MOUTAIN 3 DAYS.
Day 1: Pisac – Moray – Salt Mines – Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes.
We will pick you up at your hotel at 7am, with our private van and head towards the Sacred Valley of the
Incas, taking the direct route to Pisac. We drive first to the Ccochahuasi Animal Sanctuary, which has a variety of
Peruvian animals including a Peruvian Puma, and the great Condor, the national bird of Peru. Then you are off to
the mirador of Taray to enjoy a classic view of the Urubamba valley with crops dressing the mountains like a
carpet. Onward, we drive to the archaeological site of Pisac, where you can see the biggest Inca cemetery with
more than 2000 tombs. There we admire the incredible farming terraces carved into the mountain, explore the Inca
tunnel and the religious area of this important citadel. Here we will spend more than 2 hours, exploring the Inca
city. Then we head back to the colourful market of Pisac, spend some time visiting it with all of its handicrafts and
treasures to discover and then drive to Urumbamba for lunch.
With its timeless charm, we visit the archeological site of Moray, also known as “The Greenhouses of the
Incas” an evolutionary bowl of ecological terraces. The terraces are carved into a huge bowl, which were
excavated by the Incas for agricultural purposes. The terraces have varied microclimates, depending on how deep
into the bowl they are placed. It is believed they were used by the Incas to discover the optimal growing
conditions for their different crops.
Expanding on our journey to the colonial town of Maras, you ascend downhill to the pre-Inca salt mines. A hot
spring at the top of the valley discharges a small stream of heavily salt laden water, which is diverted into saltpans
and evaporated to produce a salt that is used for both human and animal consumption. Finally, we drive
to Ollantaytambo, having time to explore the age old and bustling Inca village and the massive Inca Ruins, with a
tour provided by our guide. Then at 7pm, we will take the train to Aguas Calientes where we will spend the night in
a hotel.
- Hotel Accommodation: Wiracocha Inn Hotel or Andean Terra Hotel.
Day 2: Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Cusco.
Bursting out with excitement on your final surreal day, we take the bus to Machu Picchu archeological
site, making sure we tour every nook and cranny of this New 7 Wonder of the World and UNESCO World Cultural
Heritage site. On your 2.5 hours private tour, your guide will expertly direct you through the energetic ruins and its
diverse main streets. Then on your own, you can wander around the town squares of the world’s spiritual center
of esoteric wisdom as well as climb the intricately carved stairways made of stone until the end of your session time.
If you wish to indulge in a few of the following activities on your own, you can (not included in the price)
- Climb up Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain and appreciate the beauty and magnificence of Machu Picchu (An additional fee)
- You can also take time to walk to the Sun Gate, 2 hours round trip or the Inca Bridge, 1 hour round trip. (No additional fee)
- Other optional activities in Aguas Calientes include a visit to the new local museum or to the hot springs. (Entrance fee to enter)
After your time to enjoy Machu Picchu, you will descend to Aguas Calientes at 12pm. You can take in a leisurely lunch or explore Aguas Calienteshandicraft market and board the Expedition train by 4:22pm for the return trip to Cusco stopping at the Ollantaytambo Train Station and then you will be driven back to your hotel in our private van, arriving around 8:30pm.
- Accommodation: Best Western Hotel or Mataq Wasin Hotel 3*.
- Meals: Breakfast.
DAY 3: CUSCO – RAINBOW MOUNTAIN – CUSCO.
We will pick you up from your hotel at 4am, and begin with our amazing Rainbow Mountain Trek Adventure.
We set out on our drive through the South Valley; ending up at the trailhead at Quesiuno, (4,326 m / 14,189 ft) is 3
hours. Along the way, there are amazing views of farming Inca terraces, valleys and rocky mountains.
Once we reach the train-head, we start on our hike following a lovely stream. The herds of alpacas and llamas
all around you will immediately surprise you. Continually you will have views of the Ausangate Mountain as we hike
through different villages and interact with the local people, who are still keeping the culture alive, After a total hike of 3 to 3.5 hours, we finally reach our destination….the Rainbow Mountains (5,020m/16,466ft). After being awed by their beauty, you will have time to explore the area. You can take pictures or just soak up the environment. We will spend approximately 30 minutes at the top. At this point, we hike back down the way we came. The hike takes 2-3 hours. Our private van will be waiting for us when we return. We will embark on the 3-hour drive back to Cusco and drop you off at your Cusco hotel, arriving around 6:30 pm.
- Meals: hot breakfast & lunch.
What’s included Sacred Valley to Machu Picchu + Rainbow Mountains 3D/2N ?
What is included?
- Pick up at your hotel.
- Tours of Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu
- Rainbow Mountain trek
- Entrances to the Inca Cities and all Archeological Sites
- Private transportation for all tours
- Round Trip Expedition Train Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes
- Hotel accommodation with breakfast in Ollantaytambo, Aguas Calientes, Cusco
- Meals as indicated on itinerary
- Roundtrip bus ticket Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu
- Entrance fees to Machu Picchu
- Professional English & Spanish speaking guide
- 2 hot meals – breakfast and lunch at Rainbow Mountain.
What is not included?
- Meals not indicated on the itinerary
- Entrance fee to the hot springs of Aguas Calientes (optional)
- Entrance of Wayna Picchu – US $35
- Entrance to Machu Picchu Mountain – US$30
- Upgrades train/hotel – For Vistadome train add US$57 per person
- Tips for your guide.
The Sacred Valley & Machu Picchu tour can be done on any date that is best for you as long as we have a
minimum of 2 people!
Discount
- 18 to 25 years old: US$30 Information required on student card: name of university, student name, photo of student, expiration date etc. A copy of the card at booking is required & government approval for discount.
- Under 18 years old: US$30 Please send us a copy of your passport at the time of booking.
- Under 11 years old: US$40 Please send us a copy of your passport at the time of booking.
Additional
- Huayna Picchu Climb: US$35. This will need to be booked in advance, let us know about it at the time of booking.
- Machu Picchu Mountain: US$30. This will need to be booked in advance, let us know about it at the time of booking.
- Upgrade to Vista Dome Train: US$57. (Aguas Calientes to Poroy (Cusco) at 4:43pm)
- Upgrade Hotel – 3 star US$45. (Can upgrade to 4 or 5 star also)
- Single Supplement: US$30 2* and US$45 3* for single travelers