Machu Picchu Tour, Sacred Valley 5 days

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Machu Picchu Tour, Sacred Valley 5 days

Machu Picchu Tour, Sacred Valley 5 days

5 days from $ USD 100.00

Cusco| Machu Picchu| Ollantaytam| Peru

This amazing tour will offer you historical monuments that talk about its valuable Inca and colonial past,
diverse art and folklore expressions, and a big connection with the indigenous people, where you will experience one of the world’s true treasures of cultures past and present in the Andes of Peru, and delight in
the impressive views of the Sacred Valley as you travel by bus rail to Machu Picchu. That is an essential part
of our identity at Hello Machu Picchu, we are committed to sustaining the lifestyle and integrity of each place we visit, its culture, history, traditions, environment, and heritage. This is how the company supports
their well-being.

This amazing tour will offer you historical monuments that talk about its valuable Inca and colonial past,
diverse art and folklore expressions, and a big connection with the indigenous people, where you will experience one of the world’s true treasures of cultures past and present in the Andes of Peru, and delight in
the impressive views of the Sacred Valley as you travel by bus rail to Machu Picchu. That is an essential part
of our identity at Hello Machu Picchu, we are committed to sustaining the lifestyle and integrity of each place we visit, its culture, history, traditions, environment, and heritage. This is how the company supports
their well-being.

Itinerary at a Glance

DAY
1

City Tour Cusco

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DAY
2

Cusco, Meet Locals, Pisac, Inca Bar, Ollantaytambo

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DAY
3

Moray, Salt Mines, Chinchero & Train Journey to Aguas Calientes

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DAY
4

Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu & Train Journey Back to Cusco

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DAY
5

Cusco – Trailhead - Rainbow Mountain - Cusco (Small group)

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Trip Details

  • Tour Type: A scenic train journey, History, Culture, and Tradition.
  • Highlights: Machu Picchu, Sacsayhuaman, Meet Locals, Pisac Inca Site, Salt mines, Moray and Ollantaytambo Inca Site.
  • Physical Rating: 2 Light.
  • Start/Finish city: Cusco to Cusco
  • Duration: 4 days
  • Service Level: Upgraded
  • Frequency: Every day
  • Group: Min.2 Max.08
  • Consideration: Comfortable shoes.

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DAY
1

City Tour Cusco

At 1:00p.m. Your expert guide will meet you at your hotel to start the tour. You will head to the main plaza of Cusco city, where you will get the history lesson about famous Cathedral, and then, you will continue walking through an ancient Inca street for 10 minutes to the Temple of the Sun or Qoricancha. At The Temple of the Sun you will experience and compare the spectacular Inca architecture and colonial buildings. This place was the most important spiritual center of the Incas. From The Temple of the Sun, you take the bus transportation for 20 minutes outside of the city, where you start exploring those incredible buildings of the Incas. Sacsayhuaman, with its enigmatic architecture, it is the first place outside of the city you will enjoy and experience from your expert guide for 1 hour. From Sacsayhuaman, you take a five-minute bus drive to Qenqo Inca construction to see its amazing religious altar. And then, you will take another 10-minute drive to Puca Pukara, a small Inca military construction. The last stop will be Tambomachay, a Temple of the Water with impressive water fountains. Incas used as spiritual purification. You will then drive to Cusco where the magical tour ends at your hotel.

Accommodation Hotel Rumipunku https://www.rumipunku.com/?lang=en (Or similar) Meals Included: none Entrance tickets: Included

Physical Level

1, Easy

DAY
2

Cusco, Meet Locals, Pisac, Inca Bar, Ollantaytambo

Your expert guide will pick you up from your hotel at 7:30 a.m. You will start on an amazing viewpoint of Cusco city. On the way, you will visit and experience the indigenous people with a long tradition of weaving textiles using the wool from their llamas and alpacas, colored with natural dyes derived from plants and minerals. The one thing they have in common though is that they are hand woven using very simple and traditional techniques. And then, you will continue by bus and stop for a while at the viewpoint, from there, you will enjoy the beauty of the Sacred Valley of the Incas and one of the main areas the Incas settled. You also see the sacred river of the Incas. You will continue towards the site of Pisac. Here, you will learn about Inca culture, history, architecture and its impressive agriculture terraces. After exploring, you will carry-on by bus to enjoy lunch on the sacred valley. After lunch, we take you to experience the Inca Bar and learn how the Incas and still locals prepare that sacred beverage. And then, you will drive along the Urubamba river to the town of Ollantaytambo. This place is considered as a living museum where you are able to see the locals living in the same houses that Incas lived long time ago. You will visit the Inca site, fascinating area of Inca Constructions, built during the golden period of the Incas. You also see rock formation representing the creator of the Andean World, Wiraccocha. Afterwards, drop off at your hotel in the sacred valley towns.

Accommodation Hotel El Albergue OR SIMILAR

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Entrance tickets: Included

Physical Level

1, Easy

DAY
3

Moray, Salt Mines, Chinchero & Train Journey to Aguas Calientes

We pick you up from your hotel at 8:00 a.m. And head to Moray an agriculture laboratory of the Incas for 1 hour by bus. On the way you will see the spectacular Vilcanota mountain range, Quechua communities and beautiful wildlife. Once, you reach to Moray, your guide will give an awesome history lesson about how our ancestors experimented with their crops. After Moray, you will visit the mysterious Salt Mines, this place has been in use since pre-Inca times with over 5,000 impressive salt evaporation ponds carved into the mountain side, the ponds are filled daily by a stream of salt water, which is unbelievable and different than the Inca constructions. And then, you will drive to Chinchero, where you will explore Inca archeological site and some agriculture terraces which was used to farm potatoes. You also see and learn about Christian church, that was built by the Spaniards, on top of the Inca temple. You will head back to Ollantaytambo to take the train to Aguas Calientes, where you spend a night in a hotel. The train departs Ollantaytambo at 15:37 or 19:04, it depends on how far in advance you are booking and/or the availability of the train

Accommodation

  • Hotel Taypikala, Rumipunku, La Cabaña (or similar)
  • Meals Included: breakfast, lunch and dinner
  • Entrance tickets: Included
Physical Level

1, Easy

DAY
4

Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu & Train Journey Back to Cusco

You will visit one of the greatest places on earth, Machu Picchu!! After an early breakfast, you will board the bus to go up to Machu Picchu, the New Wonder of the World. And then, you will start to explore this fascinating crystal city with your expert guide for 2 hours of a history lesson. After your guided tour, you will have free time to keep exploring on your own or climb Huaynapicchu mountain. (This is a separate entrance ticket and costs $75 per person). Then, you will come down to Aguas Calientes to enjoy your lunch in a local restaurant. this is optional not included. After lunch, you will catch the train at 15:20 or 16:22 pm to Ollantaytambo. PMA private bus will pick you up and drop you off at your hotel.

Start time: 05:30a.m.
Machu Picchu visit: 5 to 6 hours
Physical Rating: Moderate (except Huaynapicchu or Machu Picchu Montaña, they are Demanding)
Train Schedule: It can be at 2:55p.m.- 3:20p.m.- 4:22p.m. Or 4:43p.m. (depending on the availability)

Note:
It is mandatory to use the masks during the visit to the New Wonder of the World
It is not allowed to bring large backpacks inside Machu Picchu, only day packs (25L) are allowed inside.
No trekking poles inside Machu Picchu
Snacks and water are allowed, but they must be inside of your day pack.

Physical Level

1, Easy

DAY
5

Cusco – Trailhead - Rainbow Mountain - Cusco (Small group)

We will pick you up at 4:00 – 4:30 am from any hotel, Airbnb, or hostel in Cusco. It will be a 2½ hour drive to the trailhead – we will arrive at around 7 am. Here at the trailhead, our chef will make a delicious breakfast, including coffee, hot chocolate, teas, bread, fruit salad, eggs, and hot drinks. Cusco’s elevation is 3300m / 11,300ft, and the trailhead called Phulawasipata is at 4200m/ 14,300ft. Cusco’s weather is usually quite cold, and the trailhead is even colder, so early in the morning. Be sure to bring a warm jacket, scarf, hat, and gloves. After breakfast, we’ll hike about 2 hours uphill to the Rainbow Mountain range. At a slower pace, it could be 2¾ hours, or if you are really fit quick and acclimatized well, some people can do in 1½ hours. The hike up includes some short breaks where the guide will explain some important information about the mountains and the geography of the area. Perhaps you’ll have a chance to catch sight of some of the locals, including llamas and alpacas that frequent this area. The trail itself is quite wide and helpful for those with vertigo or fear of heights. The trek is best during the dry season as the trails are not paved. The trail can be a bit dusty, and in the rainy season, it can be slippery since it may be wet. However, with good waterproof hiking shoes and trekking poles, it will be just fine.

Upon your arrival to the top of Rainbow Mountain, around 9-10:00am, you will have about 1 hour to explore the spectacular views of the surrounding areas – valleys, mountains and to view the highest glacial mountain in Cusco – Ausangate, whose summit is at an elevation of 6,384m / 20,944ft, making it one of the tallest mountains in Peru. After giving you a bit of time to take some treasured photos, your guide will tell you some intriguing facts about this fascinating place – like why the colors?! – and he will also share some detail about the Inkan history. A few last photos of this spectacular mountain and we will begin our descent. We do this a little differently than other groups. Instead of hiking the same route as they do, we hike to a lookout point to see the Red Valley and continue with our hike. This valley is the icing on the cake, and many of our hikers say that it is even nicer than Rainbow Mountain! It is about 2½ hours mostly downhill from Rainbow Mountain, to the end of the trail, which is near where we started the hike. Here you will enjoy a fresh meal prepared by your chef, which includes cold drinks, appetizers, soup, and the main course. After lunch, it will be another 2½ hour drive to Cusco, where we will drop you off at your hotel at around 5:30 – 6:00 pm.

Meals: Breakfast and lunch
Entry fees: included
Accommodations: book on your own

Physical Level

1, Easy

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Included

  • Professional Guides: All of our guides studied English and tourism at Cusco National University. They all grew up in this region and have a true passion to teach others about their heritage. They are fun yet professional, and will ensure you are safe and happy.
  • Hotels: Included in this tour is one evening in Cusco, one evening in Ollantaytambo and one evening in Aguas Calientes. We can easily add extra nights before or after the tour, if needed. Let our team know if you are interested in extending and we will give you a quote. Rooms are based on double occupancy. There is a surcharge for a single room. Upgraded hotels are always possible. We can also book the tour without any hotels, if you prefer to book them on your own.
  • Transportation: All your transportation is included on this tour. We will pick you up from your hotel around 1 p.m., on the first morning, and will make sure you are escorted until you are brought back to your hotel, around 8 p.m.the final evening.
  • Tickets: All entrance fees are included (BTG boleto turistico for city tour, sacred valley, Machu picchu fee, bus tickets for round from/to Aguas Calientes )
  • Train Tickets: Train tickets are in Expeditions tourist class, from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes is at 7.00 pm and from Aguas Calientes to Ollanatyatmbo is at 4.20 pm, if you hoping to upgrade to Vistadome train then is $ 75 one way and $100 round trip, 3.37 pm from Ollantaytambo and 4.43 pm from Agaus Calientes to poroy.
  • Transfers: No matter which train you take from Machu Picchu to Cusco, the transfer back from train station to your hotel is included.
  • Entrance Tickets: Your 10-day tourist ticket and entrance to Machu Picchu is all included on this tour.

No Included

  • Huayna Picchu: Huayna Picchu is the mountain that stands next to Machu Picchu. It is a 45-minute hike to the top. Going back down is quite steep, if you are scared of heights. This is done without your tour guide, after your tour of Machu Picchu. The cost is $75 per person. Arrangements need to be made at least one month in advance, due to popularity. Please understand that weather is out of our control.
  • Flights: Flying to Cusco can be tricky. Delays occur often and it is not uncommon for flights to be cancelled. Please be sure to arrive in the city at least two days before your trek start date. LAN Peru is the most reliable of the airlines. Avianca and Peruvian Airlines are acceptable companies, as well. You will not be return from your trek until around 8 p.m. on the last day, so be sure your flight is not until the next day, when leaving Cusco.
  • Gratuities: Tipping is always appreciated and should be based completely on your satisfaction. Although it may not be customary to you, it is of considerable significance to the people who will take care of you during your travels.
  • Travel Insurance: This is not required, but always recommended. For those of you who live at sea-level, landing in Cusco will take an adjustment period. Most people need one or two days to adjust. In case you have a hard time adjusting to the altitude, it is suggested to have protection for missed tours.
  • Meals: Meals are not included but our guides will recommend some good places

What to Bring

  • Original Passport
  • Walking boots
  • Waterproof jacket / rain poncho
  • Warm jacket
  • Hat and gloves
  • T-shirts
  • Comfortable trousers
  • Sun hat
  • Sun cream (factor 35 or higher)
  • Insect repellant
  • Toiletries and hand sanitiser
  • Personal medication
  • Camera and film with extra batteries
  • Torch with spare batteries
  • Daypack

Optional Services

  1. Additional Items: Below is a quick list of prices, but check our Additional Options section for more details.
  2. Huayna Picchu: Huayna Picchu is the mountain that stands next to Machu Picchu. It is a 45-minute hike to the top. While this hike is done on your own, your guide will direct you to where this hike begins. This is an additional entrance ticket that we can secure for you with advance notice.
    $75 Per Person
  3. Machu Picchu Mountain: Machu Picchu mountain is the other mountain that stands above the Machu Picchu ruins. It offers even more stunning views than Huayna Picchu, but takes an hour and a half to reach the top. This is an additional entrance ticket that we can secure for you and must begin between 9-10AM. Because this is during your tour of Machu Picchu, we can secure for you.
    $75 Per Person
  4. Vistadome Train
  5. All our tours include the Expeditions (Tourist) Train. This train is normally booked at 4:22 p.m., leaving Aguas Calientes. The Vistadome train is an upgraded train, that offers slightly larger seats, windows and even some entertainment. Normally the Vistadome train is booked for 4:43 p.m. and travels to Poroy, a train station closer to Cusco. While this is an upgraded fee, we will still include your transportation back to your hotel.
    $75 Per Student

Travel Guide

Machu Picchu is one of the most famous and iconic ancient ruins in the world, located in the Andes Mountains of Peru. Here’s a guide to help you plan your visit to this breathtaking site:

  1. How to get there: There are several ways to get to Machu Picchu, but the most common is to take a train from the city of Cusco to the town of Aguas Calientes, followed by a bus up to the site. Alternatively, you can also hike to Machu Picchu along the famous Inca Trail, but this requires advance planning and permits.
  2. When to visit: The best time to visit Machu Picchu is during the dry season, from May to September. During the rainy season, from October to April, the site can be quite damp and foggy.
  3. Entrance fees: There are entrance fees for Machu Picchu, which vary depending on the type of ticket you purchase. You can choose between a standard ticket, which allows you to visit the site for a day, or a more expensive ticket that allows for a longer visit, as well as access to some of the other nearby ruins.
  4. What to see: Once you arrive at Machu Picchu, there are several key areas to visit. These include the Intihuatana stone, the Temple of the Sun, the Temple of the Three Windows, and the famous agricultural terraces.
  5. What to bring: When visiting Machu Picchu, it’s important to be prepared for the weather and the terrain. Bring a hat, sunscreen, plenty of water, and comfortable shoes. Also, bring a camera to capture the incredible views.
  6. Safety tips: Machu Picchu is a safe site to visit, but it’s always important to take basic safety precautions. Stay on the designated paths, be mindful of the steep drop-offs, and watch your step on the uneven ground.

I hope this travel guide helps you plan your visit to Machu Picchu. This ancient site is truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience and is sure to be a highlight of your trip to Peru.

Faqs Machu Picchu Tour, Sacred Valley 5 days

What is Machu Picchu?

Machu Picchu is an ancient Incan city that is located in the Andes Mountains of Peru. It was built in the 15th century and is considered to be one of the most important archaeological sites in South America.

How do I get to Machu Picchu?

The most common way to get to Machu Picchu is to take a train from the city of Cusco to the town of Aguas Calientes, followed by a bus up to the site. Alternatively, you can also hike to Machu Picchu along the famous Inca Trail, but this requires advance planning and permits.

How much does it cost to visit Machu Picchu?

There is an entrance fee to visit Machu Picchu, which varies depending on the type of ticket you purchase. You can choose between a standard ticket, which allows you to visit the site for a day, or a more expensive ticket that allows for a longer visit, as well as access to some of the other nearby ruins.

What is the best time to visit Machu Picchu?

The best time to visit Machu Picchu is during the dry season, from May to September. During the rainy season, from October to April, the site can be quite damp and foggy.

Can I hike to Machu Picchu?

Yes, you can hike to Machu Picchu along the famous Inca Trail, but this requires advance planning and permits. There are also several other trekking routes that allow you to reach the site, including the Salkantay Trek and the Lares Trek.

Is Machu Picchu safe?

Machu Picchu is generally considered to be a safe site to visit, but it’s always important to take basic safety precautions. Stay on the designated paths, be mindful of the steep drop-offs, and watch your step on the uneven ground.

How long should I spend at Machu Picchu?

Most people spend at least half a day to a full day at Machu Picchu, exploring the site and taking in the views. However, if you have a longer visit ticket, you may choose to spend more time at the site.

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