Cusco and Machu Picchu 7 Day Tour – Discover the Best of Peru

After breakfast, begin your journey through the Sacred Valley of the Incas, surrounded by agricultural terraces, traditional Andean villages, and beautiful mountain scenery.

Your first major visit is Pisac, where you will explore impressive Inca archaeological remains and learn about the agricultural and architectural achievements of the civilization. Continue through the valley and enjoy a buffet lunch before traveling to Ollantaytambo.

In Ollantaytambo, discover an important Inca archaeological complex and one of the best-preserved traditional towns in the region. Your guide will introduce you to the site's history and its remarkable stone constructions.

After the excursion, board your tourist train to Aguas Calientes, the town located below Machu Picchu. Upon arrival, receive assistance with your hotel arrangements and information about the following day's visit.

Overnight: Aguas Calientes.

After breakfast, meet your guide and board the shuttle bus that takes you from Aguas Calientes to the entrance of Machu Picchu, one of the world's most extraordinary archaeological destinations.

During your guided tour, explore the areas permitted by your confirmed entrance circuit while learning about the history, architecture, religious traditions, and engineering achievements of the Inca civilization.

Your guide will explain the importance of Machu Picchu and help you appreciate its unique location among the mountains of the Andes. The exact route and viewpoints depend on the entrance ticket available at the time of booking.

Following your visit, return to Aguas Calientes by bus and enjoy free time for lunch before boarding your return train. Upon arrival at the train station, tourist transportation will take you back to your hotel in Cusco.

Overnight: Cusco.

After breakfast, travel into the countryside near Cusco to discover two distinctive attractions of the Sacred Valley region.

Visit Moray, an extraordinary archaeological site featuring circular agricultural terraces built at different levels. Your guide will explain how these structures may have helped the Incas study agricultural conditions and cultivate crops in different microclimates.

Continue to the Maras Salt Mines, where thousands of salt ponds cover the mountainside. Learn about the traditional salt-harvesting techniques maintained by local families over generations and enjoy the striking scenery of this historic production area.

After completing the guided excursion, return to Cusco, where you will have the rest of the day free to relax or explore independently.

Overnight: Cusco.

Begin your adventure early in the morning with transportation from Cusco toward the southern Andes. Stop for breakfast along the way before continuing to the starting point of the Rainbow Mountain hike.

Accompanied by your professional guide, follow the mountain trail through spectacular high-altitude landscapes. As you ascend, enjoy views of the surrounding Andean peaks and the distinctive natural environment.

Upon reaching the Vinicunca viewpoint, admire the mountain's colorful mineral formations and take time to capture photographs of one of Peru's most recognizable natural attractions.

After enjoying the scenery, descend along the trail and continue to your lunch stop before returning to Cusco.

Overnight: Cusco.

Your excursion begins early with transportation from Cusco toward Mollepata, where you will enjoy breakfast before continuing to Soraypampa, the starting point of the Humantay Lake hike.

Follow the ascending trail through beautiful Andean scenery, surrounded by mountain peaks and impressive views of the Salkantay range. The hike requires physical effort due to the elevation, but the surrounding landscape makes it a memorable outdoor experience.

Upon reaching Humantay Lake, admire its turquoise waters beneath the surrounding mountains. Enjoy time to appreciate the scenery, rest, and take photographs before beginning the descent.

Return to Soraypampa and continue to Mollepata for lunch. Afterward, travel back to Cusco for your final overnight stay.

Overnight: Cusco.

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel and free time according to your departure schedule.

At the arranged time, a Kantu Peru Tours representative will pick you up from your hotel and provide transportation to Cusco Airport, concluding your 7-day journey through Cusco, the Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Rainbow Mountain, and Humantay Lake.

Yes. Machu Picchu admission is included in the package. Circuit 2 is prioritized when available, but the exact entrance circuit and visiting time depend on ticket availability when your reservation is confirmed. Early booking is strongly recommended.

Yes. This package is particularly suitable for first-time visitors who want to experience Cusco's archaeological heritage, Machu Picchu, the Sacred Valley, Rainbow Mountain, and Humantay Lake in a single organized vacation. Travelers should be prepared for the physical demands of the high-altitude excursions.

Both excursions involve uphill hiking at high elevation. Rainbow Mountain reaches approximately 5,040 meters (16,535 feet) above sea level, while Humantay Lake is located at approximately 4,200 meters (13,780 feet). Moderate physical fitness, appropriate clothing, and time to acclimatize are recommended.

The standard group package includes the Expedition or Voyager tourist train. Panoramic Vistadome train options are available for an additional cost, subject to availability. Private packages have different train inclusions depending on the selected service.

Yes. The package includes six hotel nights: five in Cusco and one in Aguas Calientes. Different hotel categories are available, with rates based on the selected accommodation and service type.

Yes. Kantu Peru Tours offers both group and private options. Private service prices depend on the number of travelers, accommodation category, and selected arrangements. Contact our reservations team for a personalized quotation.

We recommend booking as early as possible, especially during Peru's peak travel season. Machu Picchu entrance tickets are limited, and popular circuits can sell out in advance. Confirming your reservation early improves your chances of obtaining your preferred travel dates and entrance circuit.

Yes. Depending on availability, the Cusco and Machu Picchu 7 Day Tour can be customized with different hotel categories, train options, private services, and selected itinerary adjustments. Contact Kantu Peru Tours before booking to confirm which modifications are available for your travel dates.

Yes. Both Rainbow Mountain and Humantay Lake are high-altitude destinations, so proper acclimatization is important. This 7-day itinerary allows travelers to spend several days in the Cusco region before completing these more demanding excursions, helping make the experience more comfortable.