Machu Picchu is an ancient Inca citadel located in the Peruvian Andes, at 2,430 m / 7,972 ft Built in the 15th century, it stands out for its impressive stone architecture, mountain landscapes and great historical and cultural value. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World.

This 3-day, 2-night program combines the best of the Sacred Valley of the Incas, the citadel of Machu Picchu and Rainbow Mountain by ATV — three experiences that on their own already justify a trip to Cusco, brought together here in a single itinerary for those who don't want to choose between history, Inca architecture and natural scenery.

Places you will visit:

Circular terraces of Moray
Maras Salt Pans
Ollantaytambo Archaeological Complex
Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu Pueblo)
Machu Picchu Citadel
Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca)

Day-by-day itinerary:

Day 1: Sacred Valley – Maras, Moray and Ollantaytambo

08:00 – Hotel pick-up, departure to Maras.
09:30 – Visit to the circular terraces of Moray.
11:00 – Visit to the Maras Salt Mines.
13:00 – Lunch in Urubamba (included).
15:00 – Visit to the Ollantaytambo archaeological complex.
17:30 – Transfer to the Ollantaytambo train station.
18:30 – Check-in at a hotel in Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu Pueblo).

Day 2: Machu Picchu

05:00 – Breakfast at the hotel (included).
05:30 – Bus transfer to the Machu Picchu citadel.
06:30 – Guided visit to Machu Picchu (approx. 2.5 hours).
09:30 – Free time for photos and exploring.
12:00 – Return to Aguas Calientes, lunch on your own (not included).
15:32 – Train back to Ollantaytambo.
17:00 – Van transfer to the city of Cusco.
19:00 – Arrival and hotel check-in in Cusco.

Day 3: Rainbow Mountain by ATV (quad bike)

04:30 – Hotel pick-up, departure to Cusipata.
07:00 – Breakfast on the way (included).
07:45 – Riding briefing and handover of ATV equipment.
08:15 – ATV ride to the base of Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca).
09:30 – Hike up to the Rainbow Mountain viewpoint (approx. 1 hour).
11:30 – Descent and box lunch (included).
12:30 – ATV ride back and van transfer to Cusco.
16:00 – Arrival in Cusco, end of services.

Included

Hotel pickup in Cusco.
Tourist transport Cusco – Maras – Moray – Ollantaytambo (day 1).
Professional bilingual guide (Spanish/English) during the Sacred Valley tour.
Lunch at a local restaurant in Urubamba (included).
Integral Tourist Ticket (covers Moray, Ollantaytambo and other Sacred Valley and Cusco sites).
Tourist train ticket (Expedition or similar) Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes – Ollantaytambo.
1 night of accommodation in Aguas Calientes.
Breakfast at the hotel in Aguas Calientes.
Entrance ticket to Machu Picchu (subject to availability).
Consettur bus Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Aguas Calientes.
Guided tour of Machu Picchu (2 to 2.5 hours) with a professional bilingual guide (Spanish/English).
Tourist transportation Ollantaytambo – Cusco.
Hotel pick-up and transport to Cusipata for Rainbow Mountain (day 3).
Breakfast on the way (included).
ATV (quad bike) and safety equipment.
Guide/instructor during the ATV ride.
Box lunch (included).
Return transfer to Cusco after Rainbow Mountain.
Ongoing assistance throughout the entire trip.

Not Included

Meals not mentioned (lunches and dinners not listed as included).
Drinks and snacks.
Entrance to Huayna Picchu, Machu Picchu Mountain, or Huchuy Picchu (optional and subject to availability).
Tips for the guide, driver, or service staff.
Personal expenses.
Travel insurance.
Services not specified in the itinerary.

Important: this program includes a single Integral Tourist Ticket (Boleto Turístico Integral) per passenger for the entire route. To issue the train ticket to Machu Picchu, we need each passenger's passport details at the time of booking.