PACKAGE MACHU PICCHU & HUMANTAY LAKE 5 DAYS
Explore Cusco and discover Machu Picchu: an unforgettable adventure in the heart of the Inca Empire.
4,200 m / 13779 Feet
Daily Departures
Difficult
3 Star Hotels
Small Group
Culture, Historic and Adventure
TRAVEL DESCRIPTION
Package Machu Picchu & Humantay Lake 5D/4N, with this great experience of 5 days in Cusco, we will visit the best of the best, such as the Sacred Valley of the Incas, the Humantay Lake and of course Machu Picchu . the world wonder of the modern world.
This tourist package starts from your arrival in the city of Cusco, transfer to your Hotel, detailed information of your activities to be carried out in the 5 days with our specialized travel agent, this tourist package includes the income to each of the attractions to visit and of course the transfer to the airport. in the last day.
We take care of all the logistics before your arrival in the city of Cusco so that you can only enjoy your vacation to the fullest, whether alone, as a couple, with family or friends.
Do not 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 / TARAY VIEWPOINT / PISAC / OLLANTAYTAMBO / AGUAS CALIENTES
This day we will visit Pisac and its traditioanl market 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 / MOLLEPATA / SORAYPAMPA / LAKE HUMANTAY / SORAYPAMPA / MOLLEPATA / CUSCO
This day we will get up early to visit one of the most visited attractions in Peru “The beautiful Humantay Lake”.
DAY 05: CUSCO / TRANSFER TO THE AIRPORT
We will have the day off to then transfer them to the airport finishing our services.
TRAVEL ITINERARY
Day 01: Arrival Airport / City Tour In Cusco
- Our adventure begins with pickup from the airport or bus station in Cusco, then transfer to the hotel in Cusco and have the day free to acclimatize to the city’s altitude (3,400 m / 11,154 Feet).
- (We recommend that your flight to Cusco be in the morning or a day before).
CITY TOUR IN CUSCO
- In the afternoon we will take the city tour in Cusco as acclimatization, we will pick you up at your hotel at 12:50 p.m. and then head to the Plaza Mayor of Cusco, where we will begin the tour. The first place to visit will be the Qoricancha, known as “The Solar Temple”, the most important in Tawantinsuyo, then we will go in our mobility to the upper part of the city to visit Sacsayhuaman, the great Inca fortress where we will be surprised by the gigantic cyclopean-shaped walls. . of boluartes, then we will take the opportunity to visit the beautiful eucalyptus forest in Qenqo and we will also take the opportunity to visit the Cristo Blanco viewpoint, a place where we will have spectacular views of the city of Cusco, then we will go to Pukapukara. and the last point of visit will be Tambomachay known as the “Temple dedicated to Water”.
- Finally we will return to Cusco around 6:00 p.m, where we will leave you near the Plaza Mayor of Cusco, where you can take advantage of dinner and then go to rest for the next day’s tour.
- DIFFICULTY: Easy.
- ACCOMMODATION: Hotel in Cusco.
Day 02: Cusco / Tour Sacred Valley With Conexion To Machu Picchu
- This second day, we will have a delicious breakfast at the Hotel, then we will pick you up in our transportation at 7:20 a.m. to start this great adventure through the Sacred Valley of the Incas, since the first destination we will visit will be Pisac, but first we will make a stop at the viewpoint of Taray, a place where we will have the delight of appreciating the beautiful landscapes of the Sacred Valley and the great Wilkamayu River, then we will arrive at the architectural site where we will have a guided tour within the place where we will learn about the curiosities that these Inca constructions keep.
- After the visit to Pisac we will descend to the town, and we will have time to visit its famous artisan market.
- Continuing we will head towards Urubamba, where we will have a delicious buffet lunch at a recommended restaurant (If you have another restaurant option, please inform the guide).
- Immediately after tasting our lunch we will continue until we reach Ollantaytambo, a magical place where it seems that time has not passed, because the local people still preserve their traditional winds. In Ollantaytambo we will have a guided tour visiting the main sectors within this impressive Inca legacy. Then we will go to the train station and at the indicated time we will be able to board our tourist train that will take us to the town of Aguas Calientes, on a trip of 1 hour and 40 m. Upon arrival in Aguas Calientes, the Hotel staff will be waiting to take you to the Hotel so you can check in. Later, the guide will contact you to coordinate the visit to Machu Picchu the next day.
- Afterwards, we recommend resting early to be recharged for the visit to Machu Picchu the next day.
- MEALS: Breakfast and buffet lunch in Urubamba.
- DIFFICULTY: Easy.
- ACCOMMODATION: Hotel in Aguas Calientes.
Day 03: Visit To Machu Picchu and Retorn to Cusco
- The big day has arrived!
- We will visit the Llaqta of Machu Picchu and we will begin to get up early, have breakfast and then go with our guide to the bus station that will take us to the entrance of Machu Picchu in a 30-minute trip, up the mountain to the entrance of Machu Picchu.
- Upon arrival we will triumphantly enter the citadel of Machu Picchu and we will have a private tour that will make you live a better unique experience for 2 to 3 hours, visiting the most important sectors such as the House of the Guardian, The Temple of the 3 Windows, The Sacred Plaza . , Intiwatana and more…
- Every corner in Machu Picchu is special and magical so enjoy the moment to the fullest!
- Optional Activity: After the tour in Machu Picchu it is possible to hike to the top of the Huayna Picchu mountain, a rigorous and steep climb with impressive Inca constructions, it also has spectacular views, the trip is approximately 2 hours, this optional activity It has an extra charge and it is recommended to book well in advance.
- After the visit to Machu Picchu we will return to the town of Aguas Calientes to have lunch and in the afternoon we will return by train to Ollantaytambo and finally to the city of Cusco, where we will leave you at the door of your accommodation.
- MEALS: Breakfast.
- DIFFICULTY: Easy
- ACCOMMODATION: Hotel in Cuzco.
Day 04: Cusco / Trek To The Humantay Lake
- We begin this great adventure with pickup from the hotel in Cusco around 4:30 a.m. We will begin by driving until we reach the town of Mollepata, where we will stop to have a delicious breakfast and enjoy the mountains in the morning light (Dependent of the season). Once full, we will continue our transportation to Soraypampa, where we will begin the walk and begin to feel the powerful presence of the glaciers. After listening to brief instructions from your guide, we will begin our approximately 2-hour ascent towards the beautiful Humantay Lagoon.
(There is the option of hiring horses to go up to Humantay Lagoon). - Remember that you will be walking on very rocky terrain, so we ask that you go at your own pace without rushing, and we will give you a lot of encouragement so that you can do so.
- When you arrive at the lagoon you will realize that all the effort given to reach this magical place was worth it. You will enjoy a good time to delight in so much beauty and you will be able to take as many photos as possible and it is a good time to connect with nature.
- Afterwards we will return to Soraypampa in a descent of about 45 minutes.
Upon reaching the bus we will head towards Mollepata to have a well-deserved semi-buffet lunch. Finally we will return to Cusco on a trip of approximately 3 hours. - We will be arriving in Cusco around 6:00 p.m. where we will leave you near the Plaza de Aramas in Cusco.
- MEALS: Breakfast and semibuffet Lunch.
- DIFFICULTY: Dificult.
- ACCOMMODATION: Hotel in Cuzco.
Day 05: Cusco / Transfer To The Airport
- On 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 choose the walking tour, you can visit the following places:
- Plaza de Armas / Main Plaza
- Nazarenes Square
- San Blas neighborhood
- Twelve angle stone
- Local market of san pedro
- This tour ends with transfer to the airport either in the morning or afternoon depending on the details of your flight to Lima or elsewhere.
(End of tour: Magical Cusco 5 days Machu Picchu, Sacred Valley and Humantay Lagoon).
- MEALS: Breakfast in the hotel of Cusco.
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 Humantay Lake 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 Humantay Lake.
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 Humantay Lake.
- 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 Humantay Lake 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.
- Any service not clearly mentioned in the itinerary.
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
Acclimatization: Upon arriving in Cusco, take a day to rest and acclimatize to the altitude (3,400 meters) before taking intense tours.
Appropriate Clothing: Wear layered clothing as the weather can vary from cold in the morning and evening to warm during the day. Don’t forget a raincoat or rain poncho.
Comfortable footwear: Use trekking shoes to walk on uneven terrain, especially for the Montaña de Colores and Machu Picchu.
Sun protection: The sun in the mountains is strong, so bring sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat.
Hydration: Stay well hydrated, and consider carrying coca leaves or coca candies to prevent altitude sickness.
Documentation: Don’t forget to bring your passport and your entrance tickets to Machu Picchu and other archaeological sites. Bring digital and physical copies.
Cash: Many places, especially artisan markets, do not accept cards. Carry enough cash in Peruvian soles.
Travel insurance: Consider having travel insurance that covers medical emergencies and cancellations.
Respect for the environment: Do not leave trash and respect local regulations in tourist sites, especially in natural areas such as the Montaña de Colores.
Professional Guide: Be sure to hire a certified professional guide for the best experience on all tours, as they will provide you with valuable historical and cultural information.
TRAVEL PRICES
The “Package Machu Picchu & Humantay Lake 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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