Itinerary Vinicunca Rainbow Mountain ATV Tour with Meals

Hotel Pickup in Cusco
Pick-up from your hotel in the historic center, or nearby areas like San Pedro, San Blas, Wanchaq, or Santa Ana.

Drive to Cusipata (2 hours)
Scenic journey by bus.

Breakfast Stop (40 minutes)
At a local restaurant in Cusipata.

Continue to Qayrahuiri (1 hr 40 min)
Another bus ride to the ATV starting point.

Safety Instructions & Practice Ride
Brief orientation on operating the quad bikes.

ATV Ride (15 minutes)
Ride from Qayrahuiri to a trail near Rainbow Mountain.

Short Hike (5 minutes)
Easy walk to the main viewpoint of Rainbow Mountain.

Free Time at the Summit (Approx. 50 minutes)
Take photos, enjoy the colorful scenery, and relax.

ATV Return Ride (15 minutes)
Back to Qayrahuiri.

Lunch Stop (50 minutes)
Return to Cusipata for a buffet lunch.

Return to Cusco (2 hours)
Drop-off at Plaza Regocijo or Plaza Kusipata.

What is included?

• Hotel pick-up (depending on the option chosen)
• Round trip tourist transportation (SOAT “Compulsory Traffic Accident Insurance”)
• Professional bilingual and first aid trained guide
• Breakfast and lunch
• single machine according to reservation
• Double machine according to reservation
• Head protection helmet
• First aid kit
• Oxygen balloon for energy
• health clinic with professional medical and nursing staff.

NOT INCLUDED

• ATV travel insurance
• Ticket to Rainbow Mountain (25 Soles)
• Transfer to the hotel

Not suitable for::

• Children under 2 years
• Pregnant travelers
• People with heart problems, recent surgeries, or back issues

What to bring:

• Passport or ID
• Warm clothes and gloves
• Comfortable hiking shoes
• Sunglasses & sunscreen
• Hat or cap
• Camera
• Cash in Peruvian soles

 Note: Book at least 24 hours in advance. The 8:30 a.m., tour option does not include hotel pickup or breakfast.

Full Itinerary Tour Pallay Punchu Trek Full 1 Day

Rainbow Mountain (also called Pallay Punchu of Apu Tacllo or Montaña filuda de colores) is one of the new and best attractions in Cusco which was discovered in Quarantine(COVID-19). Located more than 194 kilometers from the city of Cusco, on an elevation summit located at 4,791 masl / 15,7181 fasl, it’s a mountainous formation tinged with various shades as a result of the complex combination of minerals. The slopes and summit are highlighted in various colors including red, purple, green, pink, and others. Since 2020, this place has welcomed visitors.

We have 3 Rainbow Mountains in Cusco Region: Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca), which is close to Ausangate trek, Rainbow Mountain(Palccoyo) and the Rainbow Mountain(Pallay Poncho Apu Tacllo). Below you will find all the information about the Pallay Punchu Mountain of Apu Tacllo.

Day 1 : Cusco – Cusipata – Sicuani – Layo – Pallay Punchu

We will pick you up from your hotel around 03:30 am. We drive nearly 4 hours in a private van to the trailhead where we will provide you box breakfast upon arrival to fuel up for the hike ahead of you. After enjoying our breakfast we start hiking up looking down to the Langui Lake. We are going to hike around 2 hours roughly until the top of the Pallay Punchu Mountain, we will have time to explore the area and take pictures. you will spend approximately 30 minutes to 1 hour (depend on your hiking speed and weather conditions).

After enjoying the Pallay Punchu for about one hour, we get back to the trailhead (1 hour roughly), where we catch our van, then we drive for 2 hours to our Lunch spot Cusipata(3,250m/11,000feet) where you will be given delicious food and them drive back to Cusco arriving at your hotel around 05:00 pm roughly.

What is included?

• English speaking guide.
• First aid kit, including oxygen.
• Breakfast and lunch
• Private tourist transportation
• Entrance fees to Pallay Punchu Mountain.
• pick up and drop off from the hotel.

NOT INCLUDED

• Gratitudes for guides.
• Personal riding horse. Additional horses may be rented according to the needs of the individual and group.

Recommendations to bring :

• 1 Liter and half of the water (per person- at least!).
• Water-resistant trekking shoes.
• Warm clothing (thermal underwear, fleece, hat, gloves, and socks).
• Waterproof clothing (poncho).
• Synthetic or cotton clothing (socks, trousers, shorts, t-shirts).
• Sunhat and sunglasses.
• Sun cream.
• Water bottles such as Nalgene.
• Basic medications.
• Walking sticks.
• Personal items.

Faq’s Pallay Punchu Full 1 Day Tour

What is Pallay Punchu Mountain Tour?

This is the ultimate day tour in Cusco. Pallay Punchu Mountains is the third Rainbow Mountain in Cusco, discovered during the COVID-19 pandemic, and nowadays is adventurers with its awe-inspiring landscapes and one of the top destinations for many visitors. It offers incredible views of the high mountains surrounding imposing lakes and abundant wild fauna.

What is Pallay Poncho by Apu T’akllo Apacheta?

It is the new tourist attraction of Cusco, known as the third mountain of seven colors.

What is Pallay Punchu Trek del Apu T’acllo and where is it located?

Rainbow Mountain or Vinicunca is located in Peru, in the Cusco region, province of Sicuani in the village of Layo. This mountain is a natural formation that shows the whim of nature through kilometers of land that are changing their coloring by the richness in minerals and it is from the viewpoint of Pallay Punchu, from where you will have a spectacular view of the entire Cordillera of the Andes with its whimsical colors that resemble the Rainbow Mountains.

How much height you have Pallay Punchu?

The point of maximum height is 4790 meters above sea level; however the tour part of the city of Cusco, passing through towns like Layo and Sicuani until you get to the start point of the walk called more lakes to 4500 meters above sea level, from where we will ascend to the observation deck at a height of 5000 meters above sea level.

What do distance and travel time from Cusco Pallay Punchu Mountain?

The Mountain Rainbow is located 162 km from the city of Cusco and takes about 10 hours to get to this place between the trip by car and on foot without counting the stops to feed and rest.

Who can be done? Are there horses Pallay Punchu?

The degree of difficulty of this route is intermediate – easy, so it is recommended for people with an optimal physical state, as the advancement could be a little tiring for people who are not accustomed to these walks in height. However you can rent a horse in the same locality of Layo with the Communards who offer this service just for people who cannot walk or not willing to walk for three hours.

You must bear in mind that the horse is guided by a horseman and will leave about 15 minutes from the viewpoint of Pallay Punchu so if you or if you will have to walk this stretch.

What months of the year and time are best for a visit Pallay Punchu Trek?

The tour departs every day of the year, being the dry season the most recommended between the months of April to November however the rest of months even with the presence of rain and hail (sometimes) offers us a view that can only be seen with this climate that you can cope with a rain poncho and good trekking shoes.

Pallay Punchu vs Vinicunca

Pallay Poncho is new, its main attraction is that it is surrounded by impressive mountains and one of the largest lakes in Cusco, however Vinicunca is very popular, it is surrounded by the mountain Ausangate

Day 1: Bus to Trailhead and Start Your Inca Trail Hike

Cusco – Ollantaytambo – KM 82 – Hatunchaca

We will depart for your Machu Picchu Inca Trail Tour from Cusco at 5 a.m. in private transportation and head toward KM 82, the starting point of the Inca Trail. After this beautiful drive, your chef will prepare breakfast before you start your trek. We start our hike walking along the left shore of the Urubamba River, following the trail along a flat terrain, to the community of Miskay (2800 m /9184 ft). The first two hours of the trek are relatively easy as we make our way to our first Inca site and checkpoint, Patallacta. This site will start the approach to Machu Picchu. After we arrive at Patallacta, we will make our way down into the canyon to enjoy lunch and the views of Patallacta. From Patallacta, we will continue on the trail at an easygoing pace, while enjoying the scenery and haring stories from your guide. It’s about a two-hour walk to reach our camping site at the village of Hatunchaka (3,300 meters).

• Total Distance: 12 km (7,800 miles)
• Estimated Walking Time: 4 hours
• Maximum Altitude Point: 2,600 m (8,692 ft)
• Campsite Altitude: 3,000 m (9,842 ft)

 Day 2: Hike Dead Woman’s Pass and Relax in Pacaymayo Valley

Hatunchaca – Dead Woman’s Pass – Pacaymayo

We wake up early to begin our ascent to Dead Woman´s Pass. The views of the snow-capped mountains and the cloud forest are fantastic. This first stretch is the most challenging part of the trek. It consists of a steep ascent that stretches for nine kilometers, which will bring us to the first mountain pass in the Inca Trail, Abra Warmihuañusca (Dead Woman’s pass). We will stop at Llulluchapampa to relax and to buy any last essentials. We may be able to see deer and falcons in this area. We will have the chance to spot domesticated llamas and alpacas, who graze on ichu (one of the few plants that grow at that altitude). After the two-hour walk up to the pass, we can enjoy the beautiful views and a refreshing cup of coca tea. After we have made it to the pass, it´s downhill the rest of the day. After about two hours, we´ll stop for lunch, and have a free afternoon in the Pacaymayo Valley.

• Total Distance: 10 km (7,376 miles)
• Estimated Walking Time: 6 hours
• Maximum Altitude Point: 4,215 m (13,821 ft)
• Campsite Altitude: 3,600 m (11,811 ft)

 Day 3: Trek Across Runcu Raccay Pass and Tour Stunning Ruins

Pacaymayo – Runcu Raccay Pass- Sayacmaraca Ruins – Phuyupatamarca

After breakfast, we will continue our hike up the opposite side of the valley, as we make our way towards the second pass on the trek. Along the way, we will see fantastic views of waterfalls and flora and fauna. Halfway up, we will stop and visit the Inca site of Runcu Raccay (an Inca watchtower), and to catch our breath before we continue our climb to the pass (4,000 meters). From the pass, we will once again begin our descent back into the cloud forest. After about an hour, we arrive at Sayacmarca, one of the most beautiful ruins on the Inca Trail, where we’ll have a one hour, guided tour. From Sayacmarca, we will continue to our lunch spot at Chaquicocha (dry lake). Here you will see some of the fantastic flora and fauna the Inca Trail has to offer. From Chaquicocha onwards, we will walk along Inca flat (gradual inclines), as we make our way towards our final campsite, Phuyupatamarca (3,680 meters). This area of the Inca Trail had stunning views of the Vilcabamba mountain range, as well as abundant flora and fauna. After another two hour walk, we’ll arrive at our campsite, where we’ll get our first view of Machu Picchu mountain and the Urubamba river. We’ll settle into our campsite, and have the chance to explore the Inca site. As the sun goes down, we can enjoy the beautiful sunset over the snow-capped peaks.

• Total Distance: 13 km (8,136 miles)
• Estimated Walking Time: 9 hours
• Maximum Altitude Point: 4,000 (13,123 ft)
• Campsite Altitude: 3,680 m (12,033 ft)

 Day 4: Visit Archeological Sites and Cross The Sun Gate

Phuyupatamarca – Wiñay Wayna – Sun Gate – Machu Picchu – Aguas Calientes

Today, we will have the chance to enjoy one of the most spectacular sunrises on the Inca Trail, weather permitting. After breakfast, you´ll have a guided tour of Phuyupatamarca. We will then start our way down the long descending stone steps to Wiñay Wayna 2,650m/8,692ft, where we will have lunch. As we near the bottom of the staircase, we will visit the site of Intipata (Terraces of the Sun). This site has beautiful views of the Sacred Valley and was an important agricultural site for Machu Picchu. After Intipata, we will continue to Wiñay Wayna, the archaeological site that is the largest on the Inca Trail besides Machu Picchu. It consists of an impressive complex made up of an agricultural center, with numerous terraces, a religious sector, and an urban sector. This site offers spectacular views over the already narrower Urubamba River valley. After our visit, we will have our last lunch with the porters. Following, it is a tradition on the Inca Trail to have a thanking ceremony for all the hard work the porters and cooks have provided. If you wish, you may leave a tip for them at this time. After we´ve said goodbye to our team, we will carry on to the Sun Gate (Inti Punku), where we will get our first views of Machu Picchu. It takes about an hour of hiking along a trail of flat stones in the highland jungle to reach the Sun Gate. From there, it is about another hour down to the site itself. Upon arrival, we´ll have a chance to enjoy the sunset and to see views of Machu Picchu without crowds, before taking the bust to your hotel in Aguas Calientes.

• Hotel: Inti Punku (or similar)way
• Total Distance: 11 km (614 miles)
• Estimated Walking Time: 5 hours
• Maximum Altitude Point: 3,680 m (12,033 ft)

 Day 5: The Most Important Day – Machu Picchu

The Lost City of The Incas – Aguas Calientes – Ollantaytambo – Cusco

We will wake up early and board one of the first buses to Machu Picchu, to enjoy the sunrise at the citadel (if the weather allows). These buses are first come, first serve, starting at 5:30 a.m. You’ll have a two-hour tour of the Inca citadel, and then some free time to explore. If you have purchased permits for Huayna Picchu, your guide will show you where this climb begins. It will take you 45 minutes to the top and another 45 back down. Priced at $75 per person and will need to be booked in advance. After the citadel tour, you will take the bus back down to Aguas Calientes, and meet for our last lunch in town. Having lunch with your group is optional and is not included in the trek cost. Following, you will take the afternoon train back to

Ollantaytambo, where our private bus will be waiting to take you back to Cusco and drop you off at your hotel.

What does it include?

• Pre-departure briefing
• TransportCollection from your hotel in the morning and transportation in a private vehicle to Km 82 (the starting point of the trek).
• Experienced Guides – A group up to 8 participants has 1 Tour Guide, a groups over 8 participants receives 2 Tour Guides : English speaking, professionally educated, and official tour guides. Your guide will explain the culture and surroundings along the entire route
• Responsible Porters: porters  will carry the all camping equipment, food and tents
• Inca Trail Permits and Machu Picchu Ticket :The permits included of the Inca Trail permits and entrance fee to Machu Picchu. As soon as we receive your details and a deposit, we will purchase your permits. These permits are for a specific date and in your name.
• Double Personal tents: 2 people stay in each 4-person tent to allow for higher comfort and luggage security. Our tents are 3-season ready and highly maintained to ensure an excellent performance during our treks.
• Camping Equipment for the hike :Dining and kitchen tents, tables, chairs, all cooking equipment (carried by porters).
• Air Sleeping roll mattress : 01 Therm-a-Rest – Air Mattress
• Trekking Chef : A chef specialized in cooking on the trail, with an assistant, will prepare all of your delicious meals along the journey to replenish your energy. You will never go hungry!
• Meals: 4 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches, 4 dinners and Snacks and afternoon tea : Vegetarian, vegan or special menus are available at no extra cost) Every afternoon before dinner, the cooks will provide popcorn, biscuits, coffee, hot chocolate, teas, hot water, etc.
• Wake up Coca tea: Every morning at the campsite, you will woken up with a cup of coca tea! Our staff will bring the tea to your tent so that you will be warmed from inside out before you start your day.
• Hotel in Aguas Calientes
• Service Train tickets: From Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo If you take the train return at 14:55, you will be in Cusco at 18:00
• A Hot-water bottle: A hot-water bottle is a rubber container that you fill with hot water and put in a sleeping bag to make it warm.
• Medical kit & Oxygent tank: Our crew will bring a first-aid kit, including emergency oxygen bottle

Not included

• Last Day: Lunch and Dinner in Aguas Calientes.
• Personal clothing and gear
• Travel insurance
• Tips for our staff
• Additional costs or delays out of control of the management (landscape, bad weather condition, itinerary modification due to a safety concern, illness, change of government policy, political instability/strike, etc.)
• Entrance fee to  Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain, this mountain is different for the Machu Picchu citadel($60)

What should you bring?

• Original passport and migration card (TAM)
• ISIC card (www.isic.org) if applicable (must be sent at time of booking)
• Hiking boots and sandals (very important)
• Trekking poles (can be rented at the agency)
• Headlamp (very important)
• Camera and spare batteries
• Sunscreen / hat and sunglasses
• Personal medical kit
• Insect repellent
• Rain gear: a good raincoat and rain pants and a plastic rain poncho
• Toilet paper
• Small towel
• Extra money for drinks and tips, souvenirs, etc (soles or dollars)
• Bathing clothes for the hot springs (optional)
• Bottle of water (1 liter recommended)

Frequently Asked Questions INCA TRAIL 5 DAYS TO MACHU PICCHU All-inclusive Door to Door service

When is the best time to do the Inca Trail 5 Days?

It is a difficult question to answer as Peru has a variety of conditions. The best time is the dry season runs from May to November, and this is typically the time that we recommended. But the trail is open for 11 months. March, April, May, June, july, August, September, October, November, December. February closed for maintaining reason.

Do I need to bring my passport for this tour?

For the Inca Trail, you must take the original passport because you need to show it at the main gate of Machu Picchu also to board the train, to pass the Inca trail

What type of transportation do you use?

-All the vehicles that we use for this type of tour are the Sprinter Mercedes Benz modern minibusses that have all the documentation required by the national authorities, all the cars are maintained daily to keep them in good conditions and clean, and each vehicle has a logo of Peru Adventure Trek.

•  Will the altitude affect me? When traveling throughout the Andes in Peru, some people will suffer some effects of it. If you plan to hike the Salkantay trail, we recommend arriving 2 or 3 days before start the trek to acclimate and rest while you can do day tours in Cusco
•  What can I do to prevent the altitude sickness? We recommend to be in Cusco at least two days and drink as much water as you can and drink coca tea you can order at any restaurant, hotel. You can also prepare it yourself with boiled water and dried coca leaves. At least one day before the tour we recommend eating light food, and if you have any medication prescribed from a doctor you can take it, and the best thing that you can do is to keep in mind that you will be fine.

How do I reserve a space for the Inca trail?

Just click on the BOOK THIS TOUR button and fill out all the required information and one of our sales advisors will contact you immediately and if you want to talk by WhatsApp with a specialist, you can contact to this number.  +51 990 272 027

Do you require a deposit?

Yes. We require a non-refundable deposit of 250 dollars per person for The Inca trail. The money of the deposit we use to purchase the Machu Picchu entrance tickets and the train tickets Permission for the Inca trail

What happens after I make my deposit?

Once we confirm the deposit, we are going to confirm your reservation through email sending you all the details about the tour.

4-Day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu Itinerary

If you’re looking for an authentic, adventurous experience on a trek to Machu Picchu, our 4-day tour of the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu is the perfect option for small groups. Come and join like-minded travelers from across the globe on the trip of a lifetime. This package is a superb option whether you’re traveling by yourself, with a partner, or with a small group of friends.

As you set out on your 4-day adventure in the mountains and lush jungle, you’ll feel a thrill knowing that you’re going to witness some incredible sights. Your trek will start in the Sacred Valley of the Incas, in the quaint community of Piscacucho, around two and a half hours from Cusco. You’ll witness some interesting archaeological sites like Llactapata. You’ll head up to the highest part of the trek, Dead Woman’s Pass, before descending into the tropical jungle where the marvel that is Machu Picchu is located.

Along the rest of the route, you’ll be able to observe some truly stunning local flora and fauna, including over 250 types of orchids, 450 species of birds, and perhaps the spectacled bear, who Paddington was based on! You’ll also stop off at other fascinating archaeological sites, which include Runkurakay, Sayaqmarka, Phuyupatamarka, Intipata, Wiñay Wayna, and Inti Punku or Sun Gate.

On the last day, you’ll be entering Machu Picchu through the Sun Gate, something that only those who opt to hike the Inca Trail get the chance to do. Spread your arms as if you were a condor getting ready to take flight across this incredible New Wonder of the World. Explore the ancient Inca citadel with your guide and learn about its history and secrets. Take your time and relax as you soak up the magic of the Incas in this wonderful site before heading back to Cusco.

DAY 01: Cusco – km.82 – Patallacta – wayllabamba – Ayapata

We will start the Inca Trail 4 day hike by picking you up at your hotel at 05:30 AM to drive from Cusco to Ollantaytambo and then to Km 82. Here, we will have to register to enter the Classic Inca Trail path and will meet all the staff members that will do the trek with us. From Km 82 we will take a gentle hike for 2 hours until we arrive to our first Inca site: Willca Raccay and the enormous Patallacta, which is an ancient Inca checkpoint for the approach to Machu Picchu. From Patallacta it’s another 2 hour hike to our lunch stop. After lunch we will hike for another 2½ hours until we reach the first night’s campsite at Ayapata (3,300 meters). On this last stretch we pass through 2 small communities. If you want to buy any energy drinks or snacks you can do so here, you can also buy any essential items such as batteries that you may have forgotten. We’ll arrive to our campsite by 5:00PM and after settling in for a bit you can relax and have a hot drink and snack with your team of porters, chef and guide. By 7:30PM your dinner will be ready, and afterwards you can get some well-deserved rest.

• Walking Distance – 14km / 8.7 miles
• Campsite Elevation – 3,850 meters  / 12,631 feet
• Difficulty Inca Trail Hike Day 1: Moderate
• Max. elevation: Ayapata 3,850 meters / 12,630 feet
• Min. elevation: Starting Point (Km 82) 2,350 meters / 7,709 feet
• Meals: Lunch & Dinner (Plus snack and afternoon tea)
• Accommodation: Camping
• Weather: Warm and windy

Day 02: Ayapata – Chaquicocha

During the morning, we will drink coca tea to help us acclimate further to the high altitude. Soon after, we will have a hearty breakfast prepared by our trail chef. With this energy, we will start our second day’s adventure! We will hike Inca Trail Tour for around 4 hours to the highest pass of the trek, Dead Woman’s Pass (4,215 meters/13,829 feet). On reaching the pass we’ll stop for a short break to enjoy the views before setting off again to descend to the next valley (Pacaymayu Valley – Hidden River). It’s another hour and a half down the side of the valley to our lunch spot. After lunch we begin ascending again to the second pass of the trek. It’s 2 hours to the pass and along the way we’ll stop at a small Inca site (Runcu Raccay) and see two huge waterfalls cascading down the opposite side of the valley. After the second pass, it’s another hour downhill hike to reach the magnificent Inca site, Sayacmarca (an otherwise inaccessible village).

We’ll stop here for a rest and have a quick tour of the site and then watch the sunset over the Vilcabamba mountain range. It’s then just another 20 minutes until we stop for the night at our second campsite Chaquicocha (3,600 meters/11,811 feet). After dinner, if you’re not too exhausted, we can do some star gazing and we’ll point out the fascinating Inca constellations. In the magnificent Southern Hemisphere sky, away from all the artificial lighting, this sky is something to behold!

•  Walking Distance: 16km / 9.94 miles (7-8 hours)
• Campsite Elevation: 3,600 meters / 11,811 feet
• Difficulty Inca Trail Hike Day 2: Moderate to Challenging
• Max. elevation: Dead Woman’s Pass 4,215 meters / 13,829 feet
• Min. elevation: Pacaymayu Valley 3,300 meters / 10,826 feet
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner (Plus snack and afternoon tea)
• Accommodation: Camping
• Weather: Cold and rainy

Day 03: Chaquicocha – Winaywayna

Completing Day 2 and beginning Day 3 certainly deserves a pat on the back! We begin hiking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu early again, waking up at 6:30am to begin what is commonly felt to be the most beautiful day of the whole Inca Trail to Machu Picchu Tour. We hike for 2 hours along and begin to enter the jungle, known as the Cloud Forest. Towards the end of the Inca flats we begin to make our way up to the last peak at Phuyupatamarka (3600 meters) from where we’ll have great views overlooking the Urubamba River. From Phuyupatamarka it´s a 3 hour walk down a flight of steps to our last campsite, close to Wiñay Wayna (Forever Young). Wiñay Wayna is the most spectacular Inca site on the Peru Inca Trail Tour after Machu Picchu and the most popular campsite because of its proximity to Machu Picchu.

• Walking Distance: 10km / 6.2 miles (5 hours)
• Campsite Elevation: 2,600 meters / 8,530 feet
• Difficulty Inca Trail Hike Day 3: Moderate
• Max. elevation: Phuyupatamarka 3,600 meters / 11,811 feet
• Min. elevation: Wiñay Wayna 2,600 meters / 8,530 feet
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner (Plus snack and afternoon tea
• Accommodation: Camping
• Weather: Warm and very humid

Day 04: Winay Wayna – Machu Picchu – Cusco

Wake up time is at 3:30AM. We’ll eat breakfast at 4:00AM and wait at the checkpoint to be one of the first to start trekking when they open the gates at 5:30AM. We’ll wave goodbye to our team of porters and chef and then it’s “Forward On” to the Sun Gate (Inti Punku). We will wake up early after a refreshing night to enjoy the serenity in the soft morning light as hike 2 hours from Wiñay Wayna to the Sun Gate or “Inti Punku.” Here, the Inca Trail 4 day trek officially ends. From here we have spectacular views of the mountains and Machu Picchu in all its glory.

We will walk downhill for 1 hour and enter the hidden Royal Citadel of the Incas! Here we will have a 2-hour guided tour through this incredible ancient city to visit temples, terraces, palaces, priest’s houses, the sundial, the industrial sector, and the farming fields. Be amazed at the engineering ingenuity of the Incas which was so far ahead of their time and still partially a mystery today! Without having modern tools or even steel and iron to work with, the people who built this city were genius in organizing this community in a sustainable and beautiful way on the side of a mountain, even bringing water in canals through its streets for the people to use.

After this tour, you are free to explore by yourself. Another option is walking to see the Incan Bridge. You will be able to stay and enjoy this magical city for as long as you need before taking the bus down to the town of Aguas Calientes. Here if you have left time before the train, you will be able to have lunch, visit the hot springs, and walk around the town and the artisan market. At 16:22 hrs (subject to availability), we will take the train to Ollantaytambo. A private bus will pick up our group and drop you off at your hotel in Cusco at about 20:00 hrs. Rest your feet and your body now, but we can assure you your heart will still be soaring for weeks and years to come!

• Considered: The most exciting and magical day (early wake up 3.30 AM)
• Area: High Cloud and Subtropical Forest
• Meals: Breakfast
• Weather: Hot and very humid (bring lots of water)

What does it include?

• Transportation: Cusco-Km 82 / Aguas Calientes-Ollantaytambo-Cusco.
• Qualified guides: Our guides are fluent in English and Spanish, professionally educated and officially certified.
• Entrance ticket to the archaeological complex of Machu Picchu.
• Entrance ticket to the Inca Trail.
• Personal tents: Looking for the best comfort and safety, every 2 passengers will be accommodated in tents with capacity for 4 people.
• Camping equipment: We have tents for the kitchen and dining room, as well as tables, chairs and complete cooking equipment. All of it transported by the porters.
• We have mattresses under your sleeping bag for more comfort.
• Cooking service: A chef specialized in trekking routes, together with his assistant, will prepare delicious dishes of the local gastronomy.
• Meals: 03 breakfasts, 03 lunches and 03 dinners. Special, vegetarian or vegan menus are available at no additional cost.
• Morning infusion: Every morning you will enjoy a hot cup of coca leaves infusion.
• Tea time (Snack or lunch): Every afternoon we will serve you popcorn, cookies, coffee, chocolate, tea, hot water, etc.
• Daily snacks (days 1, 2 and 3): At the beginning of each day we will offer you delicious snacks in a cloth bag: local fruits, cookies, chocolates, candies, etc.
• We will have a first aid kit and an oxygen cylinder.
• Train tickets: From Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo at approximately 03:20 p.m.
• Transportation: You will have transportation from Ollantaytambo train station to Cusco.

Not included

• Last Day: Lunch and Dinner in Aguas Calientes.
• Personal clothing and gear
• Travel insurance
• Tips for our staff
• Additional costs or delays out of control of the management (landscape, bad weather condition, itinerary modification due to a safety concern, illness, change of government policy, political instability/strike, etc.)
• Entrance fee to  Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain, this mountain is different for the Machu Picchu citadel($80)

What should you bring?

• Original passport and migration card (TAM)
• ISIC card (www.isic.org) if applicable (must be sent at time of booking)
• Hiking boots and sandals (very important)
• Trekking poles (can be rented at the agency)
• Headlamp (very important)
• Camera and spare batteries
• Sunscreen / hat and sunglasses
• Personal medical kit
• Insect repellent
• Rain gear: a good raincoat and rain pants and a plastic rain poncho
• Toilet paper
• Small towel
• Extra money for drinks and tips, souvenirs, etc (soles or dollars)
• Bathing clothes for the hot springs (optional)
• Bottle of water (1 liter recommended)

Frequently Asked Questions INCA TRAIL 4 DAYS TO MACHU PICCHU All-inclusive Door to Door service

When is the best time to do the Inca Trail 4 Days?

It is a difficult question to answer as Peru has a variety of conditions. The best time is the dry season runs from May to November, and this is typically the time that we recommended. But the trail is open for 11 months. March, April, May, June, july, August, September, October, November, December. February closed for maintaining reason.

Do I need to bring my passport for this tour?

For the Inca Trail, you must take the original passport because you need to show it at the main gate of Machu Picchu also to board the train, to pass the Inca trail

What type of transportation do you use?

-All the vehicles that we use for this type of tour are the Sprinter Mercedes Benz modern minibusses that have all the documentation required by the national authorities, all the cars are maintained daily to keep them in good conditions and clean, and each vehicle has a logo of Peru Adventure Trek.

•  Will the altitude affect me? When traveling throughout the Andes in Peru, some people will suffer some effects of it. If you plan to hike the Salkantay trail, we recommend arriving 2 or 3 days before start the trek to acclimate and rest while you can do day tours in Cusco
•  What can I do to prevent the altitude sickness? We recommend to be in Cusco at least two days and drink as much water as you can and drink coca tea you can order at any restaurant, hotel. You can also prepare it yourself with boiled water and dried coca leaves. At least one day before the tour we recommend eating light food, and if you have any medication prescribed from a doctor you can take it, and the best thing that you can do is to keep in mind that you will be fine.

How do I reserve a space for the Inca trail?

Just click on the BOOK THIS TOUR button and fill out all the required information and one of our sales advisors will contact you immediately and if you want to talk by WhatsApp with a specialist, you can contact to this number.  +51 990 272 027

Do you require a deposit?

Yes. We require a non-refundable deposit of 250 dollars per person for The Inca trail. The money of the deposit we use to purchase the Machu Picchu entrance tickets and the train tickets Permission for the Inca trail

What happens after I make my deposit?

Once we confirm the deposit, we are going to confirm your reservation through email sending you all the details about the tour.

DAY 1: WELCOME TO PERU – LIMA.

Pick up from airport – Hotel, overnight in Lima.

DAY 2: Excursion LIMA CITY TOUR.

After breakfast 9am. We will enjoy a tour visiting Lima in its three stages: Ancestral, Colonial and Modern Lima. We will start the tour with a panoramic view of the “Pucllana Pyramid”, ancient ceremonial and archaeological center built in the 4th century A.D. and considered Sacred Town of the Incas. Then we will go to the Historic Center of Lima. Where we will appreciate what was the old square Lima and appreciate more than fifty monuments and colonial buildings among which are the Paseo de la Republica, the Plaza San Martin, the Plaza Mayor, the Government Palace, the Municipal Palace, the Archbishop’s Palace, the Cathedral Basilica, among others. Continuing the tour we will visit the Museum of the Central Reserve Bank where we will appreciate the Collection of Treasures of Peru in which we will find ceramic objects, gold and textiles of various pre-Columbian cultures. We will also find the Monumental Complex of San Francisco which is the largest sample of colonial religious art in America. Its main attraction is the visit to its subway crypts known as the Catacombs. Finally we will go to the Contemporary Zone of Lima where we will appreciate the main buildings and residential areas of Lima, El Olivar de San Isidro, Miraflores, Larcomar and Parque del Amor. Free afternoon

DAY 3: PARACAS – BALLESTAS ISLANDS – HUACACHINA – 5am.

Departure to the Paracas Beach (04 hours approximately) in tourist mobility from the chosen place of concentration. 9:30 A.M. Arrival in Paracas to go to the maritime pier, from this place we will depart to the islands in modern boats where you can enjoy a wonderful excursion to the Ballestas Islands. We will enjoy this marvel of nature and marine wildlife such as: Sea Lions, Humboldt Penguins, Flamingos, Parihuanas and diverse marine birds. We will also observe the Candelabra where the guide will tell us the different hypotheses about its formation. Those who choose to stay can enjoy the sun and the sea breeze in this beautiful resort where you will find good restaurants with delicious dishes. P.M. Lunch Departure to the city of Ica City tour in Ica, we will visit the Campiñas Artesanal Nietto. Here we will be able to learn the whole process of how Pisco is made, guided by an experienced worker of the winery. After visiting the winery facilities, visitors will be invited to taste the different types of wines. We will visit the Huacachina oasis, which is located only 5 Km. from the center of the city of Ica. In this beautiful lagoon visitors can enjoy the tranquility of the place and walk around in search of good pictures. The huge dunes surrounding the lagoon allow visitors to practice one of the most fascinating sports in the area such as tubing and sand boarding, popularly called Sandboarding. P.M. Departure to the city of Lima.

DAY 4: WELCOME TO THE CITY OF CUSCO:

After breakfast Transfer to the airport hotel and travel to Cusco city. Welcome, transfer airport – hotel and coca tea to counteract the altitude sickness and in the afternoon have: CITY TOUR 1pm. -6:00pm: CITY TOUR EXCURSION: which includes a visit to the Plaza de Armas, the Temple of the Sun or Koricancha, also visit the 04 ruins surrounding the city: The Fortress of Sacsayhuaman, Qenko, Puca Pucara, finally “The Baths of the Inca” Tambomachay.

DAY 5: ATV’S, MORAY & SALT PANS

7AM. Departure from the city of Cusco to kilometer 39 of the road (Cusco – Urubamba) in private transport will take about 45 minutes to reach the base of CUATRIMOTOS.

Then you will have a training of about (10 -15) minutes to become familiar with the ATVs, purchase of things necessary for the route such as water, energy bars, snacks, cookies, rehydrating, etc.. Then we will start to drive the ATVs, after about 10 minutes we will have our first stop to have a majestic view of the Huaypo lagoon, have photos and guided, continuing our journey through the Andes Mountains, the route consists of ups and downs incredible landscapes and lots of fun, an hour of travel and all with direction to the archaeological center Moray which is very impressive.
In which we will stop and you can make the guided tour that will be in charge of one of our professional guides (Bilingual) who have a lot of experience for everyone to have a unique and pleasant experience.

Continuing our tour we will pass through the typical village of Maras which is characterized by its colonial era covers and as a final point of visit we will have the salt mines of Maras known as salt mines and return to the base of ATV and have transportation back to Cusco. 2pm.

DAY 6.- SACRED VALLEY OF THE INKAS.

we start at 8:00 AM, we will pick you up from your hotel in Cusco 10 to 15 minutes before the beginning of the excursion, we will start visiting the Archaeological Center of Pisac located 45 minutes from Cusco by private transportation. Pisac will give you an idea of the advanced knowledge that the Incas achieved in architecture. As in other Inca constructions, some studies reveal that it was not a fortress, but a kind of “royal hacienda”, property of the Inca Pachacutec, composed of terraces, domestic and ceremonial structures and aqueducts that provided water for agricultural exploitation. Another good reason to visit Pisac is its silver craft workshops, where you can find some unique and authentic souvenirs. At noon we will head to the town of Urubamba where we will enjoy a buffet lunch that will allow you to enjoy the delicious Peruvian gastronomy. Urubamba was one of the main agricultural centers of the Inca Empire. Nowadays, the best corn in the world is harvested here and during the rainy season, the valley’s own fruits abound, such as peaches, capulí, quince, first quality strawberries, among others. In the afternoon we will visit the Ollantaytambo Fortress which was a strategic military, agricultural and religious center to administer and control the Sacred Valley of the Incas, finishing the visit we will go to the station to board our train at 4:30 pm that will take us to the town of Aguas Calientes.

DAY 7.- FULL DAY MACHUPICCHU. –

After breakfast pick up from the hotel our guide will be waiting for us with a sign and their names, with which will go to the bus station, to ascend to 400 m high, a zigzagging path for 30 minutes to reach “Machupicchu”, known as “The lost city of the Incas”. Once you arrive at the citadel of Machu Picchu, we will pass the check point, from this place will begin the guided tour, we will visit the main places of the city, such as The Main Square, the Circular Tower, the Sacred Solar Clock, the Royal Quarters, the Temple of the Three Windows and the cemeteries, the tour will last more than two hours. At the end, you will be given free time to walk around the citadel and visit Machu Picchu on your own, then we will return to “Aguas Calientes” and take our meals in one of the many restaurants. In the afternoon, 3:00pm we will take the train back to Cusco (you must be at the station 30 minutes before the departure time of your train), the return will follow the same route as the outbound journey, arrival at the train station in Ollantaytambo, we will be waiting for you to take you to Cusco (1 hour drive and 30 minutes).

DAY 8: HUMANTAY LAGOON.

Our staff will come to pick you up at your hotel at 5:00 am, we will board our vehicle to travel northwest of the city of Cusco, to the town of Mollepata this trip shows the lush valley of the Apurimac River. In this small and picturesque town we will have a well-deserved breakfast to fill us with energy, then we will continue our journey to the starting point of the hike to the town of Soraypampa which is at an altitude of 3,900 m.a.s.l. after a short rest, we will begin our journey towards the Humantay Lagoon located at an altitude of 4,180 m.a.s.l., after the ascent of 1,500 m.a.s.l. we will continue our journey to the town of Soraypampa. m, after the ascent of 1 hour 30 min approximately we will be able to appreciate the wonderful lagoon of Humantay and on the other side the Imposing Snowy of Salkantay, after the explanation of our guide and to take the photos of memory we will have a time to enjoy the place and to return to our camp of Soraypampa to have our lunch with beautiful panoramic views of the snowy ones and later we will be transferred to the city of Cusco, arriving at 5:00 pm approx.

DAY 9: TRANSFER HOTEL – AIRPORT .-

Hora indicada traslado y fin de servicios.

What does it include?

• Transfers Airport – Hotel – Airport ( Lima and Cusco )
• Tour Paracas – ballestas islands, huacachina and desert ( dunes, sandbording )
• City Tour Lima : Tourist transport, professional guide and entrance fees.
• Tours in Cusco :
• City Tour : Tourist transport, professional guide
• Cuatrimotos: Tourist transport, professional guide and entrance fees.
• Montaña de colores: Tourist transport, 1 breakfast, 1 lunch, guide
• Laguna Humantay: Tourist transportation, 1 breakfast, 1 lunch, guide.
• Train tickets round trip (expedition class)
• Bus up and down in Machupicchu
• Entrance to Machupicchu
• Guide in Machu Picchu
• Transfer Ollanta Cusco
• 03 nights Lima Hotel Santa Cruz or Lexus Hotel ***
• 05 nights Cusco Hotel TURIWASI*** Hotel
• Personalized Service

Not included

• Meals not detailed in the program
• Air tickets
• Tourist ticket in Cusco
• Tips

WHAT TO BRING

• Bring original passport “With expiration date not less than 7 months”.
• Wear sneakers or light shoes or tennis shoes.
• Water bottle “canteen”.
• Drink plenty of fluids during your excursions.
• Wear a raincoat (long poncho) in rainy season.
• Long sleeve shirts.
• Long pants.
• Insect repellent.
• Sunscreen, wide-brimmed hat for sunny days.
• Binoculars.
• Sunglasses.
• Medicine and/or personal items (liquid for contact lenses).
• Lightweight backpack or briefcase.
• Camera or camcorder and film.
• Have on hand checks and coins in small denominations soles or dollars.
• Bathing clothes for the thermal baths (optional).

DAY 1: WELCOME TO PERU – LIMA.

Pick up from Airport – Hotel, Overnight in Lima.

DAY 2: Excursion LIMA CITY TOUR.

After breakfast 9am. We will enjoy a tour knowing Lima in its three stages: Ancestral, Colonial and Modern Lima. We will start the tour with a panoramic view of the “Pucllana Pyramid”, ancient ceremonial and archaeological centre built in the 4th century A.D. and considered Sacred Town of the Incas. Then we will go to the Historic Centre of Lima. Where we will appreciate what was the old square Lima and we will appreciate more than fifty monuments and colonial buildings among which are the Paseo de la Republica, the Plaza San Martin, the Plaza Mayor, the Government Palace, the Municipal Palace, the Archbishop’s Palace, the Cathedral Basilica, among others. Continuing the tour we will visit the Museum of the Central Reserve Bank where we will appreciate the Collection of Treasures of Peru in which we will find objects of ceramics, gold and textiles of diverse pre-Columbian cultures. We will also find the Monumental Complex of San Francisco that constitutes the biggest sample of colonial religious art of America. Its main attraction is the visit to its underground crypts known as the Catacombs. Finally we will go to the Contemporary Zone of Lima where we will appreciate the main buildings and residential areas of Lima, El Olivar de San Isidro, Miraflores, Larcomar and the Parque del Amor. Free afternoon

DAY 3: PARACAS – BALLESTAS ISLANDS – HUACACHINA – 5am.

Departure to the Paracas beach resort (04 hours approximately) by tourist transport from the chosen meeting point. 9:30 A.M. Arrival in Paracas to go to the pier, from where you will depart to the islands in modern boats where you will enjoy a wonderful excursion to the Ballestas Islands. We will enjoy this marvel of nature and marine wildlife such as: Sea Lions, Humboldt Penguins, Flamingos, Parihuanas and various sea birds. We will also observe the Candelabra where the guide will tell us the different hypotheses about its formation. Those who choose to stay will be able to enjoy the sun and the sea breeze in this beautiful seaside resort where you will find good restaurants with delicious dishes. P.M. Lunch Departure to the city of Ica City tour in Ica, we will visit the Campiñas Artesanal Nietto. Here we will be able to learn the whole process of how Pisco is made, guided by an experienced worker of the winery. After visiting the winery facilities, visitors will be invited to taste the different types of wines. We will visit the oasis of Huacachina, which is located only 5 km from the centre of the city of Ica. In this beautiful lagoon visitors will be able to enjoy the tranquility of the place and walk around in search of good pictures. The huge dunes surrounding the lagoon allow visitors to practice one of the most fascinating sports in the area such as tubing and sand boarding, popularly called Sandboarding. P.M. Departure to the city of Lima.

DAY 4: WELCOME TO THE CITY OF CUSCO:

After breakfast transfer to the airport hotel and travel to Cusco city. Welcome, transfer airport – hotel and coca tea to counteract the altitude sickness and in the afternoon you have: CITY TOUR 1pm. -6:00pm: EXCURSION CITY TOUR: which includes the visit of the Plaza de Armas, the Temple of the Sun or Koricancha, also visit the 04 ruins surrounding the city: The Fortress of Sacsayhuaman, Qenko, Puca Pucara, finally “The Baths of the Inca” Tambomachay.

DAY 5: SACRED VALLEY OF THE INKAS + MORAY SALINERAS:

This tour of the Sacred Valley of the Incas (Vip), Starts at 7:00 AM, we will pick you up from your hotel in Cusco 10 to 15 minutes before the start of the tour, We will start visiting the picturesque little town of Chinchero, known as the city of the rainbow, to know the Church of Our Lady of Monserrat built in 1607 On the palace of Tupac Yupanqui, we will also see andenería and its artisan market. We will continue our tour visiting the village of Maras and the agricultural experimentation terraces of Moray. It is believed that in this fascinating area, the Incas created their own micro-climate to adapt plants, flowers, and many other products from different parts of the Inca empire. After this we will make a visit to the salt mines “salineras” located just below Maras. These mines are still working and the peasants work in them during the day. Upon completion and return to our private transport, we will then head to the town of Urubamba where we will enjoy a buffet lunch that will allow you to enjoy the delicious Peruvian gastronomy, In the afternoon we will visit the Ollantaytambo Fortress which was a strategic military, agricultural and religious centre to administer and control the Sacred Valley of the Incas; This is deduced by the constructions that are presumed to have been for agricultural deposits and for military use as walls and watchtowers (probably to protect against the jungle ethnic groups). This archaeological site comprises a series of superimposed terraces, showing the impressive and large blocks of finely carved stone located on the upper terrace and as a last point we will visit the city of Pisac, this impressive place will give you an idea of the advanced knowledge that the Incas achieved in architecture. As in other Inca constructions, some studies reveal that it was not a fortress, but a kind of “royal hacienda”, property of the Inca Pachacutec, composed of terraces, domestic and ceremonial structures and aqueducts that provided water for agricultural exploitation. Another good reason to visit Pisac is its handicraft market, where you can find some unique and authentic souvenirs, finally we will return to the city of Cusco. 6:30pm.

DAY 6: FULL DAY MACHUPICCHU.

In the morning 4.00 am pick up from the hotel to the train station 3 hours and a half trip arriving at the town of Aguas Calientes our guide will be waiting for us and then we will take the bus to the sanctuary of Machupicchu, then we will have the guided tour of the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu and photos of the wonder at the indicated time to go down to the town of Aguas Calientes where you can have lunch and finally take the train back 2:40 pm (Aguas Calientes-Ollantaytambo where our private mobile awaits us to return to the city of Cusco).

DAY 7: MOUNTAIN OF COLOURS, WINICUNCA:

Our staff will come to pick you up at 5:30 am to your respective hotel, we will board our private transport and then head to the village of Pitumarca, during the trip we will pass through different villages and enjoy the incredible views of the Peruvian Andes, the trip is approximately 2 hours. Upon arrival we will make a stop to enjoy a delicious breakfast and stock up on some things necessary to start the tour. After this short stop, we will continue our trip where we will observe the landscapes, the mysterious mountains and the deep valleys. We will arrive at the village of Chillca at 3700 m.a.s.l. From here we will start hiking uphill for 3 hours until we reach the Rainbow Mountain. Arriving at the top of the mountain at 5100 m.a.s.l., you will be able to enjoy breathtaking views of the Andes and the Andean fauna, all the mountains surrounding this area are red and there are impressive views of the valleys and the mysterious 7 coloured mountain (Rainbow Mountain), where we will have enough time to take pictures and videos. After the great experience we will start the return hike, which will last 2 hours, then we will enjoy a delicious lunch. After lunch you can visit some of the local family houses, where you can see the lifestyle of these people who still practice the ancient traditions of the Incas. Afterwards we will return to Cusco, we will be arriving to the city at approximately 4:00 PM and then we will be dropped off at your respective hotels.

DAY 8: TRANSFER HOTEL – AIRPORT Lima.

What does it include?

• Transfers Airport – Hotel – Airport ( Lima and Cusco )
• Tour Paracas – ballestas islands, huacachina and desert ( dunes, sandbording )
• City Tour Lima : Tourist transport, professional guide and entrance tickets
• Tours in Cusco :
• City Tour : Tourist transport, professional guide
• Sacred Valley: Tourist transport, professional guide + buffet lunch.
• Coloured Mountain: Tourist transport, 1 breakfast, 1 lunch, professional guide + entrance fees.
• Round trip train tickets (expedition or voyager class)
• Bus up and down in Machupicchu
• Entrance to Machupicchu
• Guide in Machu Picchu
• Transfer Ollanta Cusco
• 03 nights Lima Lexus Hotel ***
• 04 nights Cusco Turiwasi Hotel ****.
• Biosecurity protocols
• Personalised Service

Not included

• Meals not detailed in the programme
• Air tickets
• Tourist ticket in Cusco
• Tips

¿WHAT TO BRING ?

• Bring original passport “With expiry date not less than 7 months”.
• Wear trainers or light shoes or tennis shoes.
• Water bottle “canteen”.
• Drink plenty of fluids on your excursions.
• Wear a mackintosh (long poncho) in the rainy season.
• Long sleeved shirts.
• Long trousers.
• Insect repellent.
• Sunscreen, wide-brimmed hat for sunny days.
• Binoculars.
• Sunglasses.
• Medicine and/or personal items (liquid for contact lenses).
• Lightweight backpack or briefcase.
• Camera or camcorder and film.
• Have on hand cheques and coins in small denominations of soles or dollars.
• Bathing clothes for the thermal baths (optional).

DIA 1: BIENVENIDA A PERU – LIMA.- Recepcion:

Recojo de Aeropuerto – Hotel y Tarde libre ,  Noche de alojamiento en Lima

DIA 2: PARACAS – ISLAS BALLESTAS – ICA.- 5am.

Partida rumbo al Balneario de Paracas, (03 horas aproximadamente de viaje) en movilidad turística desde el lugar de Concentración elegido. 9:00 A.M. Arribo en Paracas para dirigiremos al embarcadero marítimo, desde este lugar se partirá hacia las islas en modernos deslizadores donde podrán disfrutar de un maravilloso excursión a las Islas Ballestas. Disfrutaremos de esta maravilla de la naturaleza y de la vida marina salvaje tales como: Leones Marinos, Pingüinos de Humboldt, Flamencos, Parihuanas y diversas aves marinas. También observaremos el Candelabro donde el guía nos narrará las diferentes hipótesis sobre su formación. Los que opten por quedarse podrán disfrutar del Sol y la brisa marina en este bonito balneario donde encontrarán buenos restaurantes con riquísimos platos. P.M. Almuerzo Salida con destino a la ciudad de Ica City tour en Ica, Visitaremos la Campiñas Artesanal Nietto. Aquí podremos aprender todo el proceso de como se hace el Pisco, guiados por un experimentado trabajador de la bodega. Después de visitar las instalaciones de la bodega, los visitantes serán invitados a catar o probar los diferentes tipos de Vinos. Visitaremos el oasis de la Huacachina, la cual está ubicada a solo 5 Km. del centro de la ciudad de Ica. En esta hermosa laguna los visitantes podrán disfrutar de la tranquilidad del lugar y caminar por los alrededores en busca de buenas fotos. Las enormes dunas que rodean la laguna permiten a los visitantes practicar uno de los deportes más fascinantes en la zona como los Tubulares y la tabla sobre arena, popularmente llamado Sandboarding. P.M. Salida con destino a la ciudad de Lima.

DIA 3: VIAJE DE LIMA A CUSCO :

Después del desayuno traslado hotel – aeropuerto, viaje a la ciudad imperial del Cusco. Recepción en Cusco – Excursión (City Tour).… A.m. Recepción en el aeropuerto y traslado al hotel seleccionado en Cusco, lugar donde se servirá un aromático mate de hoja de coca estimulante por la altitud de la ciudad 1:00 Pm: EXCURSION CITY TOUR: Visitaremos la plaza de armas, también visitaremos las 04 ruinas cercanas de la ciudad, la Fortaleza de Sacsayhuaman, Kenko, Puca Pucara, finalmente “Los Baños del Inca”. Tambomachay 6:00 p.m. Traslado al hotel. Noche de hotel en Cusco.

DÍA 4: VALLE SAGRADO DE LOS INKAS + MORAY SALINERAS:

Este tour del Valle Sagrado de los Incas (Vip), Inicia a las 7:00 AM, los recogeremos de su hotel en Cusco 10 a 15 minutos antes del inicio de la excursión, Empezaremos visitando el pintoresco pueblito de Chinchero, conocida como la ciudad del arco iris, para conocer la Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de Monserrat construida en 1607 Sobre el palacio de Túpac Yupanqui, también veremos andenería y su mercado de artesanos. Continuaremos nuestro recorrido visitando el pueblo de Maras y los andenes de experimentación agrícola de Moray. Se cree que, en esta área fascinante, los Incas crearon su propio micro-clima para adaptar plantas, flores, y muchos otros productos de distintas partes del imperio inca. Después de esto vamos a hacer una visita a las minas de sal “salineras” ubicadas justo debajo de Maras. Estas minas siguen funcionando y los campesinos trabajan en ellos durante el día, Al culminar y ya de regreso a nuestro transporte privado, Para luego dirigirnos al poblado de Urubamba donde disfrutaremos el almuerzo buffet que le permitirá disfrutar de la deliciosa gastronomía peruana, Por la tarde visitaremos la Fortaleza de Ollantaytambo que constituyó un estratégico centro militar, agrícola y religioso para administrar y controlar el Valle Sagrado de los Incas; esto se deduce por las construcciones que se presumen eran para depósitos agrícolas y para uso militar como murallas y torreones de vigilancia (probablemente para protegerse de las etnias selváticas). Este sitio arqueológico comprende una serie de terrazas superpuestas, mostrando los impresionantes y grandes bloques de piedra finamente labradas y ubicadas en la terraza superior y ya como último punto de visitaremos la ciudad de Pisac, Este impresionante lugar le dará una idea del avanzado conocimiento que lograron los Incas en la arquitectura. Al igual que en otras construcciones incas, algunos estudios revelan que no se trató de una fortaleza, sino de una especie de “hacienda real”, propiedad del Inca Pachacutec, compuesta de andenes, estructuras domésticas, ceremoniales y acueductos que proporcionaban el agua para la explotación agrícola. Otra buena razón para visitar Pisac es su mercado artesanal, donde se pueden encontrar algunos recuerdos únicos y auténticos, finalmente retornaremos a la ciudad del Cusco. 7:00pm.

DIA 5: FULL DAY MACHUPICCHU.- 4AM.

Por la mañana, recojo del hotel a la estación de tren donde se realizara un viaje de 3horas y media, llegando al pueblo de aguas calientes nos espera nuestro guía y luego tomaremos el bus, hacia el santuario de Machupicchu , Para luego tener el guiado de la ciudadela inka de Machu picchu y fotos de la maravilla a hora indicada bajar a pueblo de aguas Calientes donde tendrán tiempo libre para almorzar y finalmente tomar el tren de retorno 2:55pm (Aguas Calientes–Ollantaytambo donde nos espera nuestra móvil para retornar a la ciudad del Cusco)

DIA 6: MONTAÑA DE COLORES, WINICUNCA:

Nuestro personal vendrá a recogerlo a las 4:30 am a su respectivo hotel, abordaremos nuestro transporte privado para luego dirigirnos al pueblo de Pitumarca, durante el viaje pasaremos por diferentes pueblos y disfrutaremos de las vistas increíbles de los Andes peruanos, el viaje es de 2 horas aproximadamente. Al llegar realizaremos una parada para poder disfrutar de un delicioso desayuno y abastecernos de algunas cosas necesarias para iniciar el tour. Luego de esta corta parada, continuaremos nuestro viaje donde observaremos los paisajes, las misteriosas montañas y los profundos valles. Llegaremos al pueblo de Chillca a 3700 m.s.n.m. A partir de aquí se inicia la caminata cuesta arriba por 3 horas hasta llegar a la Montaña del arco iris. Al llegar a la cima de la montaña 5100 msnm, Ud. va a ser capaz de disfrutar de unas vistas impresionantes de los Andes y la fauna andina.Todas las montañas que rodean esta zona son de color rojo y hay unas vistas impresionantes de los valles y la misteriosa Montaña de 7 colores (Rainbow Mountain), donde tendremos tiempo suficiente para poder realizar la toma de fotos y videos. Luego de la gran experiencia emprenderemos la caminata de retorno, en una duración de 2 horas, a continuación disfrutaremos de un delicioso almuerzo. Después del almuerzo se puede visitar algunas de las casas de la familia local, donde se puede ver el estilo de vida de estas personas que todavía practican las antiguas tradiciones de los Incas. Posteriormente retornaremos a Cusco, estaremos llegando a la ciudad 4:00 PM aproximadamente para luego dejarlos en sus respectivos hoteles, así culminamos el tour a la montaña de 7 colores.

DÍA 7: Traslado Hotel – Aeropuerto:

A hora apropiada, recojo del hotel y traslado al aeropuerto. Retorno a Casa

Fin de los servicios.

¿Que incluye ?

• Traslado Aeropuerto – Hotel – Aeropuerto ( Lima )
• Traslado Aeropuerto – Hotel – Aeropuerto ( Cusco )
• Paracas, Ica, islas Ballestas: Transporte turistico, almuerzo y guia professional + entradas
• City Tour Cusco: Transporte turistico y guía profesional
• Valle Sagrado: Transporte turistico, guía professional + almuerzo buffet
• Montaña de Colores: Transporte turistico, desayuno, almuerzo, guias + entradas
• Tour Machu Picchu.
• Tren de ida y vuelta Ollanta – “Aguas Calientes” – Ollanta.( expedition class )
• Bus de subida y bajada a “Aguas Calientes” – Machu Picchu.
• Guía oficial de turismo.
• Ingreso a Machu Picchu.
• Transporte de regreso a Ollanta – Cusco.
• Hotel 2 noches en Lima Hotel ***
• Hotel 4 noches en Cusco Hotel ***

No está incluido

• Alimentacion no detallado en el programa
• Boleto turistico
• Vuelos internacionales y domesticos.

¿Que debe llevar ?

• Traer pasaporte original “Con fecha de Expiracion no menor de 7 meses”
• Usar zapatillas o zapatos ligeros o tenis.
• Botella de agua “cantimplora”
• Tomar mucho líquido en sus excursiones.
• Llevar impermeable (poncho largo) en epoca de lluvia
• Camisas de manga larga.
• Pantalones largos.
• Repelente de insectos.
• Protector solar, sombrero de ala ancha para los días de sol.
• Binoculares.
• Lentes para sol.
• Medicina y/o artículos de uso personal (líquido para lentes de contacto).
• Una mochila o maletín liviano.
• Cámara fotográfica o filmadora y películas.
• Tener a la mano cheques y monedas en pequeñas denominaciones soles o dólares.
• Ropa de baño para los baños termales (opcional).