Traditional Cusco 5D/4N
Traditional Cusco Tour 5D/4N
The Traditional Cusco 5D/4N is a package designed to experience the very best of Cusco through a more complete journey.
Over five days, you will explore its temples, mountains, valleys, living traditions, and the impressive world wonder: Machu Picchu.
You will visit iconic places such as Qorikancha, Sacsayhuaman, Vinicunca or Humantay Lagoon, the Sacred Valley, Ollantaytambo, Aguas Calientes, and finally Machu Picchu.
An ideal program for travelers seeking a broader and more immersive experience in Cusco.
Schedule
Day 1: Pick-up – Transfer + Cusco City Tour
Day 2: Sacred Valley of the Incas
Day 3: Machu Picchu
Day 4: Vinicunca or Humantay Lagoon
Day 5: Airport transfer
📍 Location: Cusco – Sacred Valley – Vinicunca or Humantay Lagoon – Machu Picchu
🕒 Duration: 5 days / 4 nights
🗣 Available languages: Spanish and English
Places you will visit on this tour
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- Qorikancha (optional)
- Sacsayhuaman
- Qenqo
- Puka Pukara
- Tambomachay
- Chinchero
- Moray
- Maras Salt Mines
- Ollantaytambo
- Aguas Calientes
- Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu
- Vinicunca or Humantay Lagoon
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What makes this tour special?
- ⭐ It includes Machu Picchu, the Sacred Valley, a City Tour, and an adventure to a mountain or lagoon.
- ⭐ 5 full days to explore the very best of Cusco.
- ⭐ Perfect for travelers looking for a more complete and diverse experience.
Itinerary of the Traditional Cusco Tour 5D/4N
🕒 Duration: 5 days / 4 nights
🗣 Available languages: Spanish and English
Detailed Itinerary – Traditional Cusco Tour 5D/4N
Day 01
Pick-up + City Tour
Tour start: Afternoon schedule.
Transfer: Airport – hotel.
Hotel transfer: Upon arrival in Cusco, you will be transferred to your hotel to rest and acclimatize.
Cusco City Tour – Route
Qorikancha (optional): In the afternoon, we will begin the tour by visiting the legendary Temple of the Sun, considered the most sacred enclosure of the Inca Empire.
Sacsayhuaman: Visit to this impressive complex with enormous megalithic walls.
Qenqo: Exploration of this ceremonial chamber carved into rock.
Pucapucara: Archaeological site that once served as a military control post.
Tambomachay: Temple of Water and a place of worship dedicated to this vital element. The tour ends at Tambomachay, from where we will return to Cusco’s Historic Center.
Pick-up + hotel transfer + City Tour (optional Qorikancha, Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Pucapucara, and Tambomachay)
Day 02
Sacred Valley + Train to Aguas Calientes
Schedule: 6:45 a.m. – 7:15 a.m. (pick-up).
Pick-up: Pick-up from your hotel accommodation in Cusco.
Chinchero: Visit to the textile center and the archaeological complex.
Moray: Circular terraces used for agricultural experimentation.
Maras Salt Mines: Pre-Inca salt mines with more than 4,000 pools.
Lunch in Urubamba: Andean buffet (approximately 50 minutes).
Ollantaytambo: Inca fortress, water temples, and panoramic mountain views.
Tourist train to Aguas Calientes: Transfer from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes, where you will spend the night to continue the adventure the next day.
Sacred Valley (Chinchero, Moray, Maras, Urubamba, Ollantaytambo) + train to Aguas Calientes
Day 03
Machu Picchu (Guided Tour)
Pick-up: Pick-up from your accommodation in Aguas Calientes for the visit to Machu Picchu.
Guided tour: Approximately 2 h 30 min.
Bus ascent to Machu Picchu: 30-minute uphill ride through the mountains.
Guided tour (approximately 3 hours):
• Temple of the Sun
• Temple of the Condor
• Temple of the Moon
• Sacred Rock
• Intihuatana
• Agricultural sector and viewpoints
Free time: Additional walk or photos.
Return by bus: Aguas Calientes (town), with free time for lunch, strolling around, or resting.
Return by train: To Ollantaytambo and transfer to Cusco.
Bus to Machu Picchu + guided tour + free time + return to Cusco (train + tourist transport)
Day 04
Vinicunca or Humantay Lagoon
Schedule: 4:30 a.m. – 5:00 a.m. (pick-up from the historic center).
Activity: Rainbow Mountain or Humantay Lagoon.
Meals: Breakfast and lunch.
Option 1 – Vinicunca Mountain (Full itinerary)
04:30 a.m. – 05:00 a.m.: Pick-up (Historic Center).
08:45 a.m.: Start of the hike in Cusipata.
02:00 p.m.: Lunch and rest.
03:00 p.m.: Return to Cusco.
05:00 p.m.: Arrival in Cusco.
Option 2 – Humantay Lagoon (Full itinerary)
04:30 a.m. – 05:00 a.m.: Pick-up (Historic Center).
08:30 a.m.: Breakfast in Soraypampa.
10:30 a.m.: Panoramic view of Humantay Lagoon.
01:00 p.m.: Lunch in Soraypampa.
03:30 p.m.: Return to Cusco.
05:30 p.m.: Arrival in Cusco.
Full-day excursion to Vinicunca or Humantay Lagoon (with breakfast and lunch)
Day 05
Airport transfer
Schedule: Flexible according to your flight.
Transfer: Our team will pick you up at your hotel and take you to Cusco Airport with the necessary lead time for your return flight.
This day concludes your Traditional Cusco 5D/4N experience.
Hotel pick-up + airport transfer (according to flight schedule)
Note: Times are for reference only. They are reconfirmed one day in advance.
Included and Not Included – Traditional Cusco and Adventure 5D/4N
What’s Included
Day 1: Pick-up + City Tour
- Transfer: Airport – Hotel.
- Transport: Tourist transport for the tour.
- Professional Guide: Spanish / English.
- Entrance tickets: General Tourist Ticket.
- Safety: First Aid Kit.
Day 2: Sacred Valley – Aguas Calientes
- Transport: Tourist transport for the Sacred Valley.
- Professional Guide: Spanish / English.
- Entrance tickets: Tourist Ticket (Pisac, Ollantaytambo).
- Meals: Buffet lunch in Urubamba.
- Tourist Train (Outbound): Ollantaytambo → Aguas Calientes.
Day 3: Machu Picchu
- Consettur Bus: Up and down (Aguas Calientes ↔ Machu Picchu).
- Professional Guide: Guided visit to the citadel.
- Entrance: Machu Picchu (Classic Circuit 2 – subject to availability).
- Tourist Train (Return): Aguas Calientes → Ollantaytambo.
- Transfer: Ollantaytambo → Cusco.
Day 4: Vinicunca or Humantay Lagoon
- Transport: Tourist round-trip transport.
- Professional Guide: Specialized mountain guide.
- Entrance: Rainbow Mountain or Humantay Lagoon (according to your choice).
- Meals: Breakfast and Andean buffet lunch.
Day 5: Farewell
- Final Transfer: Hotel – Airport.
- Service: Ongoing assistance.
Not Included
- Airfare (domestic or international).
- Accommodation (hotels in Cusco and Aguas Calientes).
- Dinners and beverages not mentioned in the program.
- Tips.
- Travel insurance.
- Personal expenses not specified.
For Day 4, you must choose between Rainbow Mountain and Humantay Lagoon at the time of booking.
Additional Details
Recommendations
- Book at least 48 hours in advance.
- Machu Picchu is subject to availability.
- Check availability before booking.
- Shared group service.
- No changes are allowed once the tickets have been issued.
What to bring
- Warm and light clothing
- Sunscreen
- Hat and gloves
- Water
- Camera
Cancellation policy
- Cancellations made 30 days in advance: 50% refund.
- No changes or refunds are accepted once the entrance tickets have been issued.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Traditional Cusco Tour – 5 Days / 4 Nights
Is this tour recommended for any traveler?
Yes, it is a program designed for all types of travelers. It does not require advanced physical fitness,
but it is recommended to acclimatize for at least 1 day beforehand to avoid altitude sickness.
Does the tour include the entrance ticket to Machu Picchu?
Yes, the package includes official entrance to Machu Picchu.
Additional hikes such as Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain are not included and must be requested in advance.
Can I choose between Vinicunca (Rainbow Mountain) or Humantay Lake?
Yes, on Day 4 of the itinerary you can choose one of the two destinations:
Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca) or Humantay Lake.
The itinerary will be adjusted according to your choice.
What is the transportation like to Machu Picchu?
It includes a tourist train (depending on your selection),
as well as all the corresponding tourist transportation during the journey.
What are the schedules for the 5-day program?
Schedules vary by day, but tours usually start between 04:30 a.m. and 08:30 a.m., depending on the activity.
Machu Picchu has specific times based on train schedules and entrance availability.
Does the program include meals?
It includes 1 buffet lunch in the Sacred Valley and
1 lunch on the Vinicunca or Humantay tour (depending on which one you choose).
What recommendations should I consider before booking?
We recommend checking Machu Picchu availability before booking,
since entrance tickets are limited. For this tour, reservations must be made
at least 48 hours in advance.
Can I cancel or reschedule my booking?
Yes, but the policy is strict: cancellations made 30 days in advance receive a 50% refund.
With less than 5 days’ notice, there is no refund.
Machu Picchu entrance tickets are non-refundable.
What should I bring for this tour?
Warm clothing, hiking shoes, sunscreen, a hat, water, a rain poncho, and an ID document.
For Vinicunca or Humantay, extra warm layers are recommended.
Is the tour group-based or private?
The service is shared group. If you prefer a private service,
it can be arranged for an additional cost.
From: $325.00
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