ANDEAN ADVENTURE 07 DAYS – 06 NIGHTS
ANDEAN ADVENTURE 07 DAYS – 06 NIGHTS
WITH OVERNIGHT IN MACHU PICCHU TOWN
SACRED VALLEY + MACHU PICCHU BY TRAIN + ATV MORAY AND MARAS + RAINBOW MOUNTAIN + LAGUNA HUMANTAY
Andean Adventure 7 Days / 6 Nights is the perfect journey for travelers seeking a combination of culture, nature, and adventure. Explore the treasures of the Sacred Valley, spend a night in Machu Picchu Town, and discover the world wonder of Machu Picchu aboard a scenic tourist train. Continue your adventure with an exciting ATV tour through Moray and Maras, and visit two of Peru’s most breathtaking natural attractions: Rainbow Mountain and Humantay Lake. This complete program offers the perfect blend of history, spectacular landscapes, and unforgettable experiences in the heart of the Andes.
DAY 01: ARRIVAL IN CUSCO
Upon landing at Alejandro Velasco Astete Airport in the city of Cusco, our driver, with a sign bearing your name, will be waiting to transfer you to your accommodation.
Overnight in Cusco.
INCLUDES:
- Airport pick-up and transfer to the hotel.
- Overnight in Cusco.
DOES NOT INCLUDE:
- Meals.
DAY 02: SACRED VALLEY OF THE INCAS / CONNECTION TO MACHU PICCHU TOWN
This day is dedicated to discovering some of the most important archaeological sites of the Inca Empire, surrounded by breathtaking landscapes. Our vehicle will pick you up between 7:20 and 7:50 in the morning to begin the journey toward the majestic Sacred Valley of the Incas.
Our first stop will be at the archaeological complex of Písac, where we will visit the largest known Inca cemetery, with more than 2,000 tombs. We will admire the imposing agricultural terraces carved into the mountainside, walk through an original Inca tunnel, and explore the religious area of this ancient citadel. We will spend approximately 2 hours exploring this fascinating archaeological site.
We will then head to the Písac artisan market, famous for its color and authenticity. We will continue the journey to Urubamba, where we will enjoy an included buffet lunch.
In the afternoon, we will visit Ollantaytambo, an ancient Inca town still inhabited today, known for its colossal stone constructions. We will explore the impressive ruins of the Temple of the Sun, located at the top of the formidable terraces, while learning about the strategic importance of this site during the early years of the Spanish conquest.
At the end of the visit, we will say goodbye to our guide and board the train bound for Machu Picchu town. Upon arrival, a member of our team will be waiting to take you to your accommodation. Later, our guide will stop by your lodging to provide you with the necessary instructions for the visit to Machu Picchu the following day.
Overnight in Machu Picchu Town.
INCLUDES:
- Pick-up from your hotel.
- Professional guide.
- Tourist transport.
- Buffet lunch.
- Entrance fees to all attractions.
- One-way tourist train on the Expedition Peru Rail or Voyager Inca Rail service, subject to availability.
- 01 night in Machu Picchu Town.
DOES NOT INCLUDE:
- Beverages.
DAY 03: MACHU PICCHU – WONDER OF THE WORLD – RETURN TO CUSCO
Visit to Machu Picchu – Wonder of the World
In accordance with the prior coordination with our guide, at the indicated time we will make our way to the bus station, from where we will begin the ascent to the majestic citadel. We will climb approximately 400 meters in altitude along a zigzag road for about 30 minutes, until we reach the impressive Machu Picchu Historical Sanctuary, also known as “The Lost City of the Incas.”
Once inside the citadel, we will enjoy an unforgettable landscape. Our guide will begin the tour by explaining the history, architecture, and symbolism of the main sectors, such as the Main Plaza, the Circular Tower, the Sacred Solar Zone, the Royal Quarters, the Temple of the Three Windows, and the ancient funerary areas. The circuit to be followed will depend on the schedule and the type of assigned ticket. On average, the guided tour lasts more than two hours.
Once the visit is complete, we will board the return buses back to Machu Picchu Town, where we will have free time to have lunch and explore the charming town, known for its welcoming atmosphere and artisan shops. It is important to keep track of the time, as we must arrive at the train station at least 25 minutes before departure to board the return train to Ollantaytambo.
Upon arriving at the station, our driver will be waiting to take you back to the city of Cusco.
Overnight in Cusco.
INCLUDES:
- Bus ticket Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu, ride up and down.
- Entrance to the Machu Picchu Sanctuary.
- Group guided tour service with a professional guide in English and Spanish.
- Return train tickets Aguas Calientes – Ollantaytambo on the Expedition Peru Rail or Voyager Inca Rail service, subject to availability.
- Transfer from Ollantaytambo train station to Cusco.
- Overnight accommodation in Cusco.
DOES NOT INCLUDE:
- Beverages.
DAY 04: ATV TOUR – MARAS AND MORAY
We begin the adventure with the pick-up at the hotel. From there, we will head by tourist transport to the base located in the Maras area, on a journey of approximately 1 hour.
Once at the base, our guides will provide an informative briefing with all the necessary safety instructions for riding ATVs. We will then carry out a brief 15-minute practice session to familiarize ourselves with the vehicles.
We will begin our ATV ride toward the archaeological site of Moray, where we will make a stop of approximately 20 minutes to explore this fascinating Inca agricultural center. The total ATV route takes approximately 2 hours, although this may vary depending on the group’s pace.
Once the ATV ride is complete, we will return to the base and then board our vehicle to head to the impressive Maras Salt Mines, where we will enjoy a guided visit of about 20 minutes.
After the experience concludes, we will return to the city of Cusco.
Overnight in Cusco.
INCLUDES:
- Round-trip tourist transport.
- Professional ATV guide and assistant.
- ATVs with safety equipment.
- Entrance to the salt mines.
- Overnight in Cusco.
DOES NOT INCLUDE:
- Accident insurance.
DAY 05: RAINBOW MOUNTAIN
Our adventure toward the impressive Rainbow Mountain begins early, at 04:00, when we depart heading south until we reach the town of Quiquijana. Here we will enjoy a delicious buffet breakfast, ideal for recharging our energy before continuing our journey.
We will then board our transport again to travel approximately 2 hours to the starting point of the hike. Before we begin, our guide will provide important instructions to ensure a safe and enjoyable trek. In addition, those who prefer to make the journey on horseback may arrange this in advance with the guide.
The hike to Vinicunca takes approximately 1 hour, during which we will admire the majestic Hatun Ritti Glacier (4,925 m a.s.l.) and the incredible diversity of Andean flora and fauna. Upon reaching the famous Mountain of Seven Colors, we will have enough time to explore, take photographs, and capture videos of this spectacular landscape.
After enjoying the panoramic view, we will begin our return along the same path to the starting point, where our transport will take us back to Quiquijana to enjoy a buffet lunch.
Once lunch is finished, we will make our way back to Cusco, arriving approximately between 16:30 and 17:00.
Overnight in Cusco.
INCLUDES:
- Pick-up from your hotel.
- Tourist transport.
- Professional guide.
- Buffet breakfast.
- Buffet lunch.
- Trekking poles.
- First aid kit.
- Oxygen.
DOES NOT INCLUDE:
- Beverages.
- Horse rental.
DAY 06: LAGUNA HUMANTAY
The adventure begins very early, with the pick-up from your hotel between 04:00 and 04:30 in the morning. We will travel approximately two and a half hours by tourist transport until we reach the picturesque town of Mollepata, where we will enjoy a delicious buffet breakfast to recharge our energy.
We will continue the journey by vehicle for one more hour to Soraypampa (3,870 m a.s.l.), the starting point of our hike. From here, we will embark on a hike of approximately two hours toward the impressive Laguna Humantay, located at an altitude of 4,200 meters.
Upon arrival, you will be amazed by the intense turquoise color of the lagoon, framed by the majestic Humantay and Salkantay snow-capped peaks, mountains considered sacred by the Incas. Although the ascent may be demanding, the visual and spiritual reward will be unforgettable.
After enjoying the serenity and beauty of the place, we will begin our descent to Soraypampa, on a hike of approximately one and a half hours. We will then return to Mollepata to enjoy a comforting buffet lunch. Finally, we will make our way back to Cusco, where we will arrive at around 18:00.
INCLUDES:
- Bilingual professional guide.
- Pick-up from your hotel.
- Round-trip tourist transport.
- Buffet breakfast in Mollepata.
- Buffet lunch in Mollepata.
- Trekking poles.
- First aid kit and emergency oxygen.
- Overnight accommodation in Cusco.
DOES NOT INCLUDE:
- Beverages.
DAY 07: CUSCO – DEPARTURE
Breakfast.
According to your flight schedule, we will pick you up at your hotel two hours before your flight for the transfer to the airport.
END OF OUR SERVICES.
¿WHAT IS INCLUDED?
THIS PROGRAM INCLUDES:
- Airport – hotel transfers.
- 05 nights of accommodation in Cusco.
- 01 night of accommodation in Machu Picchu Town.
- Breakfasts.
- Sacred Valley.
- Buffet lunch in the Sacred Valley.
- Machu Picchu with round-trip tourist train.
- Bus ticket for the ride up and down to the Sanctuary.
- Buffet lunch in Machu Picchu Town.
- Entrance to Machu Picchu.
- ATV tour Moray and Maras.
- Entrance to Maras.
- Rainbow Mountain tour.
- Breakfast and lunch included in the Rainbow Mountain tour.
- Entrance to Rainbow Mountain.
- Laguna Humantay tour.
- Breakfast and lunch included in the Laguna Humantay tour.
- Tourist ticket.
- Official tour guide on a group service basis for all activities.
- Pick-up from your hotel for all tours.
- Hotel – airport transfer.
- Permanent assistance.
- Shared service in small groups.
IMPORTANT:
IMPORTANT:
- The Machu Picchu circuit will be confirmed based on the availability of spaces for the requested date.
- Train schedules are subject to the sanctuary entry timetable and space availability; book your trip in advance.
- Pick-up times are reconfirmed at the destination.
- Breakfasts are served within each hotel’s schedule.
- Approximate check-in times are from 12:00 to 13:00 h and check-out from 09:00 to 10:00 h (these vary depending on the selected hotel).
- Hotels are subject to availability; they may be changed for others of the same category, or availability at another hotel will be reported with rate reconfirmation.
- During high season — June, July, and August — depending on the selected category, the rate must be reconfirmed, as rates increase once the hotel reaches 70% occupancy, in accordance with booking policies.
- The hotel in Machu Picchu Pueblo is more basic despite belonging to the same category as the hotels in Cusco.
- Pick-up for all tours is from the hotel; returns, only for the Montaña de Colores, Laguna Humantay, Puente Qeswachaka, and Waqra Pukara tours, are at Plaza San Francisco or Plaza Regocijo, two blocks from the Plaza de Armas.
Foreign Tourists
National Tourists
Trains included
TREN EXPEDITION – PERURAIL
The traveler on the Expedition will be comfortable and relaxed, and will also be informed about the most important points of this ancient route that every adventurer should know. The Expedition has wagons fully covered by large windows so that the traveler is immersed in the beauty of the natural landscape, and make your experience to Machu Picchu begins on the train.
TREN VOYAGER- INCA RAIL
Start your journey enjoying comfortable seats and our excellent service. Enjoy the incredible scenery that surrounds the road to Machu Picchu between snow-capped peaks, towering mountains, meandering river and the change of vegetation until you enter the magical rainforest that houses the Inca Citadel. Large windows, background music, snacks and beverages for sale.
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TREN VISTADOME OBSERVATORY
VISTADOME TRAIN SERVICE – PERU RAIL (PER SEGMENT): + USD 45.00 per person.
Surrounded entirely by glass, with carriages featuring large panoramic windows that offer unparalleled scenic views and countless opportunities to take spectacular photographs, travelers aboard the Vistadome connect with and feel part of Peru’s breathtaking landscape.
Peru Rail provides personalized, first-class service, allowing passengers to enjoy an unforgettable onboard experience. The Vistadome also features air conditioning and heating systems, leather seats that adapt to the body, offering comfort and relaxation throughout the journey. Snacks and beverages are also served.
TREN VISTADOME OBSERVATORY
VISTADOME OBSERVATORY TRAIN SERVICE PER SECTION: USD 75.00 per person.
The PeruRail Vistadome Observatory train travels the route between Cusco and Machu Picchu giving you a unique travel experience. An exclusive atmosphere that surrounds you with the magical landscape thanks to its panoramic windows and the observatory car, living an unforgettable journey and enjoying our culture up close through the music and the typical dance of the Saqra. Along the route, passengers will be able to move between the panoramic car and the elegant observatory car.
07 DAYS – 06 NIGHTS
From:
$695.00
per person
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