Cusco, Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu Tour
This 8-day trip links Cusco, the Sacred Valley, Humantay Lagoon, Maras, Machu Picchu and Rainbow Mountain in one guided itinerary. It combines city sightseeing, highland landscapes and time in key Inca sites, with stays split between Cusco and the Sacred Valley. You start in Cusco with time to acclimatize, then continue with a city tour that covers the main colonial and Inca landmarks. From there, the route moves into the Andes for Humantay Lagoon, the Sacred Valley, the Maras salt pans, Machu Picchu by train, and a final visit to Rainbow Mountain before returning to Cusco.
Key details
8 days
7 nights
Route
Peru
Tour type
Small groups
Available departures
Dates available
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Cusco, Humantay Lagoon, Sacred Valley, Maras, Machu Picchu, Rainbow Mountain
Travel style
Small groups
Tour type
Fully guided group departures
Highlights
- Multi-day tour
- Ancient Wonders
- Family
- Group
Itinerary
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Cusco
Arrival in Cusco
Arrive in Cusco and transfer to your hotel. Coca tea is offered on arrival. The rest of the day is free for rest or an easy walk nearby. Overnight in Cusco.-/-/- - 2
Cusco
Cusco city and nearby ruins
After breakfast, visit Cusco’s main square, cathedral and Qoricancha, then continue to Sacsayhuamán, Qenqo, Puca Pucara and Tambomachay. Return to your hotel in Cusco in the evening.B/-/- - 3
Cusco
Humantay Lagoon
Leave early for Humantay Lagoon. Travel to Soraypampa, then hike to the lake at high altitude with views of the surrounding mountains. Return to Cusco in the afternoon.B/L/-
The itinerary is for reference and may vary by selected departure.
What's included
- Standard category hotels
- Guided tours with English-speaking guide
- Meals as shown in the itinerary
- Vegetarian and vegan meals available on request
- Private transfers between airport and hotel
- Train ticket in Expedition class between Ollantaytambo, Aguas Calientes and Poroy
- Shared transportation for group activities
What's not included
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Optional excursions and activities not mentioned in the program
- Meals not mentioned in the program
- Personal expenses and tips
- Alcoholic beverages
- Airport fees if applicable
Dates & availability
Select departure month and travellers.
Upcoming departures
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Flexibility
Flights, extra nights and private experiences can be added before confirmation.
Before you go
Your final itinerary, documents and local contacts will be available in My Kata.