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 in a more complete journey.
Over five days, you will explore temples, mountains, valleys, living traditions, and the impressive world wonder: Machu Picchu.
You will visit iconic sites such as Qorikancha, Sacsayhuamán, Vinicunca or Humantay, the Sacred Valley, Ollantaytambo, Aguas Calientes, and finally Machu Picchu.
This program is ideal for travelers seeking a deeper and more immersive experience in Cusco.
Tour 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
- Qorikancha (optional)
- Sacsayhuamán
- Qenqo
- Puka Pukara
- Tambomachay
- Chinchero
- Moray
- Maras Salt Mines
- Ollantaytambo
- Aguas Calientes
- Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu
- Vinicunca or Humantay Lagoon
What makes this tour special?
- ⭐ Includes Machu Picchu, Sacred Valley, City Tour, and a mountain or lagoon adventure.
- ⭐ Five full days to explore the best of Cusco.
- ⭐ Perfect for travelers seeking a complete and diverse experience.
Itinerary – Traditional Cusco Tour 5D/4N
🕒 Duration: 5 days / 4 nights
🗣 Available languages: Spanish and English
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: City Tour
Day Summary
🕒 Tour start: Afternoon
📍 Transfer: Airport – Hotel
Detailed Itinerary
Hotel transfer: Upon arrival in Cusco, you will be transferred to your hotel to rest and acclimatize.
Qorikancha (optional): Afternoon visit to the legendary Temple of the Sun, the most sacred site of the Inca Empire.
Sacsayhuamán: Visit this impressive complex of massive megalithic walls.
Qenqo: Explore this ceremonial site carved in rock.
Puka Pukara: Archaeological site that served as a military checkpoint.
Tambomachay: Temple of Water and place of worship. Return to Cusco’s Historic Center.
Day 1 Facts
🚐 Transportation: Tourist bus
🌤 Weather: Mild
🏨 Accommodation: Not included
🍽 Meals: Not included
Day 2: Sacred Valley – Aguas Calientes
Day Summary
🕒 Pick-up: 6:45 a.m. – 7:15 a.m.
📍 Pick-up from your hotel in Cusco
Detailed Itinerary
Chinchero: Visit the textile center and archaeological site.
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 (approx. 50 minutes).
Ollantaytambo: Inca fortress, water temples, and panoramic mountain views.
Tourist train to Aguas Calientes: Overnight stay in Aguas Calientes.
Day 2 Facts
🚐 Transportation: Tourist bus + train
🌤 Weather: Mild
🏨 Accommodation: Not included
🍽 Meals: Buffet lunch (Urubamba)
Day 3: Machu Picchu
Day Summary
📍 Pick-up from hotel in Aguas Calientes
⏳ Guided tour: Approx. 3 hours
Detailed Itinerary
Bus ascent to Machu Picchu: 30-minute ride through mountain roads.
3-hour guided tour:
• 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: Back to Aguas Calientes for lunch or rest.
Return train to Ollantaytambo and transfer to Cusco.
Day 3 Facts
🚐 Transportation: Train + bus
🌤 Weather: Mild – humid
🏨 Accommodation: Not included
🍽 Meals: Not included
Day 4: Vinicunca or Humantay Lagoon
Day Summary
🕒 Pick-up: 4:30 a.m. – 5:00 a.m. (Historic Center)
📍 Activity: Rainbow Mountain or Humantay Lagoon
🍽 Meals: Breakfast and lunch
Detailed Itinerary
Option 1 – Vinicunca Rainbow Mountain
08:45 a.m.: Start hike in Cusipata
02:00 p.m.: Lunch and rest
05:00 p.m.: Return to Cusco
Option 2 – Humantay Lagoon
08:30 a.m.: Breakfast in Soraypampa
10:30 a.m.: Visit Humantay Lagoon
05:30 p.m.: Return to Cusco
Day 4 Facts
🚐 Transportation: Tourist bus
🌤 Weather: Mountain cold
🍽 Meals: Breakfast and lunch
🏨 Accommodation: Not included
Day 5: Airport Transfer
Day Summary
🕒 Flexible schedule depending on your flight
📍 Hotel – Airport transfer
Detailed Itinerary
Transfer to Cusco Airport. End of the Traditional Cusco 5D/4N tour.
Day 5 Facts
🚐 Transportation: Tourist service
🌤 Weather: Mild
🍽 Meals: Not included
Includes and Excludes – Traditional Cusco & Adventure 5D/4N
Includes
- Airport–hotel transfers
- Tourist transportation
- Professional guide (Spanish / English)
- Tourist entrance tickets
- Machu Picchu entrance ticket (Classic Circuit 2 – subject to availability)
- Consettur bus (round trip)
- Tourist train (round trip)
- Buffet lunch (Sacred Valley)
- Breakfast and lunch (Vinicunca or Humantay)
- Permanent assistance
Not Included
❌ Flights
❌ Accommodation
❌ Meals not mentioned
❌ Tips
❌ Travel insurance
❌ Services not specified
Additional Details
Recommendations
- Book at least 48 hours in advance.
- Machu Picchu subject to availability.
- Check availability before booking.
- Shared group service.
- No changes allowed once tickets are 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 once entrance tickets are 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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