6-Day Private Cusco & Machu Picchu Tour

First, it is the transfer from the airport to your hotel. Subsequently, the rest of the morning is reserved to rest while we adapt to the height, approximately 3400 meters (11,000 ft).

In the afternoon, we will visit the Inka Museum. Here, we will get acquainted with the origins and beginnings of the Andean civilizations. Then, continuing our tour we will head inside the Qorikancha Temple, the famous Temple of the Sun of ancient Qosqo. It was and remains the pinnacle of the organization, architecture, and religion of the Inca civilization. Also, its construction had already reached the greatest advances of its time. Therefore, this temple may have been a representation of the center or "Navel of the World". Thus, the center of the world, as stated by the pre-Hispanic Andean worldview.

ROUTE DETAILS:

• Min. Elevation: 3,390 m /  11122 ft
• Highest Elevation: 3,390 m /  11122 ft
• Campsite Elevation: --
• Walking Distance: --
• Walking time: 2 horas
• Difficulty: Easy
• Weather: Sunny and Cold
• Meals: --
• Accommodation: Ayni Cusco Hotel*** or similar

Certainly, we will begin our day with the journey to Saqsayhuaman. This Inka architecture, with its magnificent qualities and colossal stones, is considered in humanity's history, one of the most exceptional constructions on the face of the Earth. So, from here, we will continue to the Temple of the Moon, a place for spiritual connection and encounter with the feminine energy of the Moon Goddess.

Places that are visited:

• Sacsayhuaman.
• Tambomachay.
• Temple of the moon.

Subsequently, we will travel by car to Ollantaytambo town to the train station for our transfer to Machu Picchu town (Aguas Calientes).

Also, you will have the option to visit and enjoy the hot springs.

ROUTE DETAILS:

• Min. Elevation: 2400 m / 7874  ft
• Highest Elevation: 3399 m / 11151 ft
• Campsite Elevation: --
• Walking Distance: 3 km / 1.8 m
• Walking time: 3 hours
• Difficulty: Easy
• Weather: Sunny and Humid
• Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
• Accommodation: Golden Sunrise Machupicchu or similar

Today we will rise very early for breakfast and ascend to the citadel Inka of Machu Picchu to appreciate the sunrise in this magical place. Above all, a famous masterpiece of architecture and engineering believed to have been a sanctuary and energetic center. Nowadays, Machu Picchu is recognized by UNESCO as one of the Seven Wonders of the World and a World Heritage site.

OPTIONAL FOR SACRED VALLEY MACHU PICCHU:

• The trek to the peak of Huayna Picchu, a rigorous climb on steep trails with impressive ruins and spectacular views, is a round-trip of 2 hours.
• The trek to Machu Picchu Mountain has the most spectacular view, but in turn, it is one of the most overlooked treks in Machu Picchu. It's located to the southwest of the citadel of Machu Picchu with a height of 3,050 m (10,007 ft.). Truly, this trek offers unparalleled views of the famous Inca sanctuary and panoramic views of the surrounding mountainous landscape. Difficult: Moderate to challenging.

ROUTE DETAILS:

• Min. Elevation: 2400 m / 7874  ft
• Highest Elevation: 2430 m / 7972 ft
• Campsite Elevation: -----
• Walking Distance: 2 km / 1.68m
• Walking time: 2 hours
• Difficulty: Easy
• Weather: Sunny and Humid
• Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
• Accommodation: Golden Sunrise Machupicchu or similar

In the morning we will return to the Sacred Valley. To the Inca village of living traditions: "Ollantaytambo" to visit it before continuing towards Moray. Moray is an old construction designed for agricultural research in different altitudinal ranges. The many concentric "rings" platforms (cultivation terraces) produce a fine micro-climate gradient. Thus, the heat from the lower central ring slowly dissipates as the rings ascend outward. Creating a temperature reduction at ground level standard.

After that, we will descend about 2 miles to the Salt mines of Maras, an important production center that dates back to pre-Inca times. Here we will find more than 3000 salt wells minted along the mountainside. Which, are filled daily by water that seeps into the earth.

ROUTE DETAILS:

• Min. Elevation: 2400 m / 7874  ft
• Highest Elevation: 3762 m / 10941 ft
• Campsite Elevation: -----
• Walking Distance: 10 km /  6.2137
• Walking time: 4 hours
• Difficulty: Easy
• Weather: Sunny and Cold
• Meals: Breakfast
• Accommodation: Ayni Cusco Hotel or similar***

In the sacred valley, we will visit Chinchero, the village of "Rainbow". It is certainly home to the archaeological site of the royal palace of Túpac Inca Yupanqui. Above all, it is located in a picturesque village on a plateau overlooking numerous snowy peaks of the Cusco region.

We will also admire the well-preserved Inca walls of the main square as many altars. Also, we will visit the beautiful colonial church, unique for its works of art and interior imagery. Continuing, we will participate in a wonderful introduction and learning to the art of Andean fabrics. Later in the afternoon, we will get acquainted with the wisdom of the Andean fabrics that have been maintained since long before.

After that, we will return to Cusco, have some time for lunch, and then start with our walking tour. We will go through the most important places in Cusco City, in this tour you will visit the following places:

• Plaza de Armas/Main Square, which is home to the main cathedral and colonial houses
• Plaza Nazarenas
• San Blas neighborhood
• The twelve-angle stone
• San Pedro local market

ROUTE DETAILS:

• Min. Elevation: 3390 m /  11122 ft
• Highest Elevation: 3754 m. / 12316 ft
• Campsite Elevation: --
• Walking Distance: --
• Walking time: 2 hours
• Difficulty: Easy
• Weather: Sunny and Cold
• Meals: Breakfast
• Accommodation: Ayni Cusco Hotel or similar***

Moreover, free morning to relax or do any activity. According to your flight details, you will be transferred by our staff to the airport for your departure to Lima.

So, in this way how we have culminated in this incredible experience of tours to Cusco and Machu Picchu “The Puma City.”

ROUTE DETAILS:

• Min. Elevation: 3399 m / 11151 ft
• Highest Elevation: 3,390 m /  11122 ft
• Campsite Elevation: --
• Walking Distance:  --
• Walking time: --
• Difficulty: --
• Weather: Sunny and Cold
• Meals: Breakfast
• Accommodation: ---