The wonder of Cusco 5D/4N

Exploring the Sacred Valley of Cusco is indeed a fantastic way to immerse yourself in the rich history and agriculture of the Incas. Here’s a revised version of your description with some minor improvements for clarity:

Your journey through the Sacred Valley offers a unique opportunity to discover the heart of Inca agriculture, showcasing their expertise in cultivating crops like potatoes, corn, and quinoa.

Our tour begins with a hotel pick-up at 8 am. From there, we’ll depart Cusco in our private transportation, heading towards Chinchero, our first official stop. Chinchero was once the capital of potato farming, and depending on the season, you’ll have the chance to witness the active farming areas. We’ll also visit a weaving center, where you’ll gain insight into the intricate process of creating various textiles. This is an excellent opportunity for souvenir shopping at reasonable prices.

Continuing our journey, we’ll reach Moray, where we’ll embark on a walking tour to explore the famous circular terraces. Moray served as a farming laboratory where the Incas experimented with crops from different elevations. It’s a place that allows you to connect with Pachamama, the Earth Mother, in a profound way.

Next, we’ll head to Urubamba for a well-deserved lunch. After enjoying this delicious meal, our adventure continues with a 30-minute drive to Ollantaytambo, often referred to as the last living Inca city. This picturesque location boasts a remarkable Inca archaeological site. You’ll have a guided tour that lasts approximately an hour, during which you’ll learn about the significance of this Inca stronghold. Following the tour, you’ll have some free time to explore the charming local village.

In the evening, you’ll board a train to Aguas Calientes, located at 2,000 meters above sea level. This is where you’ll spend the night. Upon arrival in Aguas Calientes, our guide will accompany you to the hotel.

Enjoy your journey through the Sacred Valley and your anticipation for the adventure that awaits at Machu Picchu!

Acomodation: Tierra Viva Hotels.
Ticket: Included
Meals: NA.

Today is set to be the most significant day of your journey. After an early breakfast, your guide will pick you up from your hotel and accompany you to catch one of the early buses heading up to Machu Picchu. Once you arrive at the site, your guide will lead you to the upper part of the Inca site, where you’ll have the chance to witness and savor the sunrise (depending on the season of your visit). This moment promises the most breathtaking views and the perfect opportunity to capture stunning Machu Picchu photos.

You’ll have ample time to explore and appreciate the majestic wonder that the new world wonder offers to its visitors. Following this, we’ll continue with a guided walking tour, during which your tour guide will take you through the most important sectors and palaces that Machu Picchu has to offer. This tour typically lasts around 2.5 hours.

Once you’ve completed the tour, if you’ve secured a Huayna Picchu ticket, you can embark on the famous mountain hike. This adventure will take approximately 2 hours for the round trip and costs $75 per ticket. Please note that you need to book your Huayna Picchu ticket in advance. If you don’t have this ticket, it’s time to bid farewell to the Lost City of the Incas until next time.

You’ll then take a bus down to the town of Aguas Calientes. Lunch is not included but can be enjoyed on your own. In the afternoon, you’ll board a train back to Ollantaytambo, where our driver will be ready to pick you up and return you to your hotel in Cusco. You can expect to arrive back in Cusco at around 8 pm.

Acomodation: Tierra Viva Hotels.
Ticket: Included
Meals: NA.

It promises to be an extraordinary day! Your guide will pick you up from your hotel at 4 am to kick off your adventure. You’ll embark on a roughly 3-hour drive to the trailhead. Around halfway to your destination, you’ll have a chance to enjoy a hearty breakfast. As you approach the trailhead at an elevation of 4,350 meters, make sure you’re dressed warmly and prepared for the cold and dry conditions.

The hike itself covers approximately 4 kilometers and takes about 2.5 hours to ascend. It’s a challenging but rewarding journey, culminating in the breathtaking summit of Rainbow Mountain, also known as Winikunqa, which stands at an impressive 5,150 meters above sea level. Take your time to relish the experience, capture stunning photographs, and soak in the remarkable surroundings.

Following your time at Rainbow Mountain, your adventure continues with a hike to the Red Valley, located on the backside of Rainbow Mountain. From this elevated vantage point, you’ll be treated to panoramic views of the entire valley, drenched in vibrant shades of red – a truly unique sight.

After fully appreciating both Rainbow Mountain and the Red Valley, you’ll retrace your steps, hiking back along the same route to the point where our driver will be waiting for you. A short 50-minute drive will bring you to a restaurant where you can savor a delicious lunch. After indulging in the meal, we’ll begin our journey back to Cusco, and you’ll be dropped off at your hotel. You can expect to return to Cusco at around 5:50 pm.

Enjoy this remarkable experience exploring Rainbow Mountain and the Red Valley!

Acomodation: Tierra Viva Hotels.
Ticket: Included
Meals: NA.

Its time to say godbye, we suggest you may book your flight in the afternoon, so it gives you chance to explore the Cusco city in the morning, buy some souveniers, etc, 2h before of your flight we will pick you up from the hotel and take you back to thw airport and say you until next time.

Thank you for visiting and traveling with us!!

Acomodation: NA
Ticket: NA
Meals: Only Breakfast at Hotel.