PACKAGE MACHU PICCHU & RAINBOW MOUNTAIN 5 DAYS
Discover the best of the best of Cusco!
5,036 m / 16,522 Feet
Daily Departures
Difficult
3 Star Hotels
Small Group
Cultural and Adventure.
TRAVEL DESCRIPTION
With our tour of Machupicchu and rainbow mountain 5D from Illa Kuntur travel, explori the stunning Sacred Valley of the Incas, the colorful Rainbow Mountain and, of course, the modern wonder of the world, Machu Picchu.
This all-inclusive tour package begins with your arrival in Cusco, where we will transfer you to your hotel and give you detailed information about your activities during the 5 days. Includes tickets to all attractions and transfer to the airport on the last day.
We take care of all the logistics before your arrival in Cusco so that you can enjoy your vacation to the fullest, whether alone, as a couple, with family or with friends.
Don’t miss the opportunity to live a unique experience in this ancient destination of the Incas!
Don’t miss the opportunity to live a unique experience in this ancient destination of the Incas!
PROGRAM SUMMARY
DAY 01: ARRIVAL AIRPORT / CUSCO / QORICANCHA / SACSAYHUAMAN / QENQO / PUKAPUKARA / TAMBOMACHAY / CUSCO
On your first day, we will pick you up from the airport and in the afternoon we will do the City Tour where we will visit Qoricancha, Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Pukapukara and Tambomachay.
DAY 02: CUSCO / CHINCHERO / MORAY / SALT MINES MARAS / OLLANTAYTAMBO / AGUAS CALIENTES
This day we will visit Chinchero, the rainbow city, Moray and its circular Andes, the salt mines of Maras and then after lunch we will go to Ollantaytambo to board the train to Aguas Calientes.
DAY 03: AGUAS CALIENTES / MACHU PICCHU / AGUAS CALIENTES / OLLANTAYTAMBO / CUSCO
We will get up early to visit the hidden jewel of the Incas Machu Picchu and in the afternoon return to Cusco.
DAY 04: CUSCO / CUSIPATA / RAINBOW MOUNTAIN / CUSIPATA / CUSCO
This day we get up early to visit the second most visited attraction in Cusco “The Mountain of Colors or the Rainbow Mountain”.
DAY 05: CUSCO / TRANSFER TO THE AIRPORT
We will have the day off to then transfer you to the airport ending our services.
TRAVEL ITINERARY
Day 01: Arrival Airport / Cusco / City Tour / Cusco
- With a warm welcome to Cusco, we are excited to receive you at the airport and be ready to assist you in your transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day will be dedicated to resting and adapting to the altitude. Remember! Cusco is located at 3,350 meters above sea level
- We know that it is important for you to enjoy your trips to the fullest, therefore, we will dedicate this day so that you can acclimatize before starting all your trips in Cusco.
- At approximately 1 pm we will begin this day with energy to start our City tour, for this our staff will pick you up at your hotel.
- Once ready, we will head to the Qoricancha temple where we will delve into part of the history of the region that will prepare us to visit more incredible places.
- Then we will head towards Saqsayhuaman, one of the archaeological sites known for its megalithic constructions where we will receive a short explanation from our guide and you will have time to take those inevitable photographs.
After visiting this place, we will head towards Puka pukara known for its reddish coloration in its buildings, here you will know much more thanks to our tour guide. - Our last point to visit will be to visit Tambomachay where our guide will give you the latest explanations of the place and with this we would conclude this day of travel.
- DIFFICULTY: Easy.
- ACCOMMODATION: Hotel in Cusco.
Day 02: Cusco / Sacred Valley With Conexion To Machu Picchu
- Your adventure with our tour of machupicchu and rainbow mountain 5d begins with a warm greeting and pickup from your hotel at 7:30 a.m. approximately. Together we will head towards the Sacred Valley, where we will make our first stop in Chinchero, one of the most popular towns in the region, famous for its rich textile history. There we will learn about their ancestral techniques and colorful customs up close.
- After this enriching visit, we will continue our trip to Pisac. Along the way, we will stop at the Mirador de Taray to capture stunning photographs of the valley that spreads out below us. Upon arriving in Pisac, we will be amazed by the grandeur of its agricultural terraces, which are still preserved on the slopes of the mountains, a legacy of Inca engineering.
- To recharge our batteries and continue our tour, we will head to Urubamba, where we will have the opportunity to delight in a delicious lunch of typical dishes from the region. We will savor the fresh ingredients and the unique seasoning of Peruvian cuisine.
- With a full stomach and renewed spirit, we will head to Ollantaytambo, an imposing Inca fortress known for its monumental terraces, temples, and ceremonial water fountains. We will walk through its passageways and admire the majesty of this citadel, feeling the connection with the past and the greatness of the Inca Empire.
- From Ollantaytambo, we will take a train that will take us on a picturesque trip of approximately 2 hours to the town of Machu Picchu, also known as Aguas Calientes. During the journey, we will enjoy the beauty of the Andean landscape and we will say goodbye to the Sacred Valley with a heart full of pleasant memories.
- Upon arrival in Aguas Calientes, our attentive staff will be waiting to accompany you to your hotel, where you can settle in and enjoy a well-deserved rest. You can use the remaining time to visit the surroundings of the town or simply relax and prepare for the exciting experience that awaits you the next day: a visit to the citadel of Machu Picchu.
- MEALS: Breackfast,.
- DIFFICULTY: Easy.
- ACCOMMODATION: Hotel in Aguas Claientes.
Day 03: Visit Machu Picchu And Retorn To Cusco
- On this second day of our Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu tour, the sunrise will be our reward in a majestic place. After breakfast, our tour guide will pick you up and give you some instructions before accompanying you to the CONSETTUR bus station. A short 30-minute bus ride will take us to the entrance gate of Machu Picchu, one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World.
- Inside the Inca citadel, we will embark on a guided tour of approximately two hours. During this tour, you will feel the unique energy that this mystical place emanates and you will marvel at the architectural work of the ancient cultures that left us an invaluable legacy. Don’t forget to take as many photos as you want, including selfies, to show off to your friends and family!
- After exploring Machu Picchu, we will return to the Town of Machu Picchu on the CONSETTUR buses. There, you will have free time to enjoy a delicious lunch (own expense). You will receive the final instructions from our guide about your return by train from the town of Machu Picchu and finally the wait of our staff who will be near the Ollantaytambo train station to take you in our mobility to the city of Cusco, where our tour will end. Machu Picchu from Cusco.
- MEALS: Breakfast in the Aguas Calientes Hotel.
- DIFFICULTY: Easy
- ACCOMMODATION: Hotel in Cusco,
Day 04: Cusco / Trek To The Rainbow Mountain
- Very early in the morning we will pick you up from your hotel in Cusco to head south, crossing beautiful valley landscapes and Andean towns.
- After having breakfast near the town of Cusipata, we will resume the trip in our transport to the starting point of the walk in Phuluwasipata. After a walk of approximately 2 hours through high Andean landscapes we will reach our final destination in the colorful mountain or Vinicunca. We will pause for about 30 minutes to contemplate the landscape, have a snack and absorb the energy of the mountains from this considerable altitude.
- Later, we will descend along the same path until we return to the starting point, where we will board our transportation. After a short trip, we will return to the place where we had breakfast, but this time for lunch.
- Finally we will return to the city of Cusco during the afternoon.
- MEALS: Breakfast and Lunch.
- DIFFICULTY: Dificult.
- ACCOMMODATION: Hotel in Cusco
Day 05: Cusco / Transfer To The Airport
- This last day in Cusco, you can take advantage of the morning to rest or choose to take a walk through the city where we will visit the main squares, streets, markets in Cusco. To finally This last day after a delicious breakfast you will have the rest of the morning free to relax or go for a walk. If you opt for the walking tour, you will be able to visit the following places:
- Plaza de Armas / Main Square
- Square of the Nazarenes
- San Blas neighborhood
- Twelve angle stone
- San Pedro local market
- This tour ends with the transfer to the airport either in the morning or in the afternoon depending on the details of your flight to Lima or another place.
- (End of the tour: All Inclusive Package 5 Days – Machu Picchu & Rainbow Mountain).
WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE TRAVEL?
Quality and safety service:
- Pre-departure briefing.
- Guided tour of the City tour (Small Group).
- Guided tour of the Sacred Valley tour (Small Group).
- Guided tour of Machu Picchu (Private Guide in Machu Picchu).
- Guided tour of the Rainbow Mountain tour (Small Group).
- Guided tour of the Walking tour (Small Group).
- 24/7 Costomer Service.
Permissions and tickets:
- Day 1: Entrance Tickets to Qoricancha, Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Pukapukara and Tambomachay (Turist Ticket).
- Day 2: Entrance Tickets to Pisac and Ollantaytambo sites (Turist Ticket).
- Day 3: Entrance Ticket to Machu Picchu (Circuit Classic).
- Day 4: Entrance Tickets to Rainbow Mountain.
Transportation:
- Pick-up and transfers
- Day 1: Turist transportation on the City Tour.
- Day 2: Turist transportation on the Sacred Valley Tour.
- Day 3: Turist transportation from Ollantaytambo train station to your Hotel in Cusco.
- Day 4: Turist transportation on the Rainbow Mountain.
- Day 5: Tour and Transfer to Cusco airport.
- Train Tickets
- Day 2: Voyager or Expedition tourist train from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes.
- Day 3: Voyager or Expedition tourist train from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo.
- Bus tickets up and down from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu.
Accomodation:
- 3 nights hotel accommodation in Cusco (3 stars Hotel).
- One night hotel accommodation in Aguas Calientes (3 stars Hotel).
- Spend all the nights at the Cusco and Aguas Calientes hotel in a triple, double or matrimonial room, private bathroom, hot water, wi-fi, breakfast and luggage storage during your visit to Machu Picchu.
Meals:
- Day 2: 01 Breakfast or box lunch at the Cusco Hotel, 01 Buffet Lunch at the Don Angel or Tunupa Restaurant.
- Day 3: 01 Breakfast at the Aguas Calientes hotel before visiting Machu Picchu.
- Day 4: 01 Breakfast and 01 semibuffet lunch in the Rainbow Mountain Tour.
- Day 5: 01 Breakfast at the Cusco hotel.
Flights:
- National and international flights
Personal expenses:
- Personal expenses such as purchases, tips and additional activities.
Unspecified Meals:
- Lunches and Dinners not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Additional travel insurance that covers cancellations, lost luggage, etc.
Personal Equipment:
- Personal equipment and any other items not specified.
Unspecified Services:
- Any service not clearly mentioned in the itinerary.
Tips: - Tips for guides, drivers and service personnel.
What to Bring
- Original passport
- Valid student ID (if you are a student and want to qualify for a discount price)
- Waterproof jacket / rain poncho
- Warm jacket
- Tshirts
- Comfortable pants
- Sun hat.
- Sun cream (factor 35 or higher)
- Insect repellent.
- Personal medication
- Camera and video recorder
Sturdy shoes, a good raincoat, and warm coats for the night are the only essentials. Also, wear comfortable and modest clothing for the time in Cusco. There is no need to bring a sleeping bag or any equipment as you will be staying in hotels throughout the expedition.
Documents and Logistics:
International flights reserved and confirmed to Cusco.
Flight information sent
Passport valid until the end of the trip (Passport and entry receipt must be carried at all times during the expedition!)
Medical insurance card.
Cash for incidentals, buying souvenirs, incidental costs, etc. (*Note: Please bring undamaged US bills because many places will not accept torn, wrinkled, or worn bills.)
Travel Guide
The rules to be respected within Machu Picchu are:
- The entrance to the Inca city is from 06:00 to 16:00 hrs.
- The entry and consumption of alcoholic beverages is totally prohibited.
- Hydrating drinks must be transported in bottles (but not disposable).
- The consumption of food inside the archaeological park is not authorized.
- The entry of pets is prohibited.
- The dumping of garbage inside the enclosure is prohibited. Outside the archaeological site there are garbage containers.
- Smoking is prohibited, much less lighting campfires.
- Regarding luggage, only small bags and backpacks are accepted. However, if you have a lot of luggage you can leave it before entering the Archaeological Site in the warehouses, the use of the same implies an extra cost of 3 to 5 soles.
- It is not allowed to climb the Inca walls, much less paint or scratch them.
- It is necessary to be responsible for your own, if you are accompanied by children, take care of them so that they do not get into mischief that could cause irreversible damage.
- Inside the Sanctuary of Machu Picchu you will not find hygienic services. It is recommended to visit them before entering.
- The use of canes is allowed only for the elderly or people with disabilities, the canes must have a rubber tip.
- Respect the signage, the Sanctuary has some prohibited accesses that you must respect and only travel through the authorized areas, which are duly established and marked.
Recommendations
- The first thing you need to do is buy your Ticket to Machu Picchu and your train tickets in advance. Especially if the visit is made in high season (May – September).
- Do not forget to carry your identity document in your luggage, either; passport, university student card or DNI.
- To board the train you must be at the station 30 minutes before departure time, and present your ticket and identification document. Otherwise, you will not be able to board the train.
- It is important to have cash in soles (Peruvian currency) and dollars, in small denominations, because most places in Aguas Calientes do not accept cards. However, you will find quite a few ATMs in the city of Cusco, Ollantaytambo and Aguas Calientes.
- The visiting hours to Machu Picchu most frequented by tourists is between 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Therefore, it is recommended to go up to the Inca City in the early morning or in the afternoon so that you can enjoy your tour with peace of mind.
- If you are North American or belong to the European Community, you will not need a visa for stays of less than 90 days. If you come from countries that make up the Andean Community (CAN), you can enter just by presenting your identity document.
TRAVEL PRICES
The “Package Machu Picchu & Rainbow Mountain 5D/4N” can depart any day of the week, all year round.
PRICES:
By Voyager and Expedition train:
- Per Person: USD 820 dollars (Adult).
By Vistadome 360ª Standard Train:
- Per Person: USD 890 dollars (Adult).
By Vistadome Observatory Luxurious Train:
- Per Person: USD 940 dollars (Adult).
(If you have a private service, consult with our Travel Agents).
PRE-PAYMENT: US$ 410 per person
BALANCE: US$ 410 (commonly paid in Cusco after the informative talk)
DEPOSIT CHARGES
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Hotel
The three-star hotel included in our tour is chosen and selected to perfection in terms of quality of service, style, infrastructure and details in the interiors of each room. This will depend a lot on the anticipated date of your reservation according to the availability of the hotels. There are many higher category hotels for which we offer you the option to upgrade to a 4 or 5 star hotel category for a better experience.
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