Machu Picchu 5 Days Itinerary: Explore the Heart of the Andes With Local Experts

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DURATION:
5 Days
MAX ALTITUDE:
4,250 mts (13,943 ft)
STARTING POINT:
Cusco
LEVEL:
Moderate

Embark on an unforgettable adventure with our exclusive 5-day tour to Machu Picchu. This Machu Picchu travel package is designed to offer you the best of history, culture and nature. From the Sacred Valley, the stunning Humantay Lake, the City of Cusco to the majestic ruins of Machu Picchu, you will enjoy breathtaking landscapes, expert guides and a comfortable itinerary. With quality transportation, comfortable accommodations and a fully personalized experience, this is the ideal tour to experience the magic of Machu Picchu to the fullest. Don’t miss the opportunity to discover the Inca legacy like never before with us.

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Machu Picchu 5 Days – Overview

This 5-day tour to Machu Picchu has been carefully designed for our expert local guides to give you a complete and unforgettable experience, mixing culture, history and natural landscapes on a 5 day itinerary. From the moment you arrive, you will be met at the Cusco airport and comfortably transferred to your hotel in Cusco. During our tours, you will discover the secrets of the Inca civilization and the majestic Machu Picchu, one of the most emblematic destinations in Peru, which will take your breath away for its beauty and historical significance.

In addition, you will have the opportunity to explore the Humantay Lagoon, a natural paradise surrounded by mountains in the Peruvian Andes, where the serenity of its waters will connect you with nature in a unique way.

Adean Culture in Peru

Unique Experiences in Peru

This itinerary has been created to offer you a complete and balanced experience, but if you wish, you can extend your trip or modify it according to your preferences, adapting it to your needs and time. At Come See Peru, flexibility is key for you to live the experience in the way that best suits you. Without a doubt, this tour will allow you to explore the best of Machu Picchu and its surroundings, while enjoying a unique, comfortable and personalized experience.

Check our plan and find out more about our 5 day Machu Picchu package, if you have any questions do not hesitate to contact us, there is a travel consultant available 24 hours a day to answer your questions.

Dia -1) Cusco airport to hotel

Upon arrival a representative of the company will be waiting for you at the Cusco airport to transfer you to your hotel in Cusco.

Dia -2) Sacred Valley tour to Aguas Calientes

Today we embark on an unforgettable journey starting at 8:00 am from Cusco, as we venture through the enchanting Sacred Valley. Get ready to explore stunning ancient ruins and the fascinating Maras and Moray Salt Mines. Our tour concludes at the Ollantaytambo station, where you will board the 4:30 pm train to Machu Picchu pueblo.

Dia -3) Machu Picchu

This day we visit Machu Picchu, capturing the mesmerizing sunrise. Our expert guide will greet you at your hotel in Aguas Calientes, and together, we'll board a bus for a 25 minute ride up to the iconic Machu Picchu.

Dia - 4) Humantay Lake

After the acclimatization process, we embark on a scenic trek to the impressive Humantay Lake. This captivating tour lasts approximately 12 hours, which gives us enough time to immerse ourselves in the breathtaking natural beauty of the Andean landscape.

Dia - 5) Cusco city tour - Cusco airport

Finally at 9 am we start our city tour in Cusco visiting the highlights of the city as well as some ruins outside the city. In the afternoon you will be transferred to the airport in Cusco.

Machu Picchu 5-Day Highlights:

Experience an unforgettable 5-day adventure to Machu Picchu from Cusco, where you’ll explore ancient ruins, beautiful landscapes, and immerse yourself in rich Incan culture. Discover all that this incredible itinerary has to offer below:

Day 1:
Arrival in Cusco, transfer to hotel, acclimatization.

Day 2:
Sacred Valley tour, connection to Machu Picchu.

Day 3:
Machu Picchu visit, see the sunrise at Machu Picchu

Day 4:
Humantay Lake day trip, breathtaking natural views.

Day 5:
Cusco city tour, return to hotel, transfer to airport.

Machu Picchu 5-Day Tour: Why It’s a Must?

If you are looking for the best way to discover Machu Picchu, this 5-day Machu Picchu tour is the perfect option. Here we tell you why this tour is a must-do experience:

  • Complete tour: You will see the best of Machu Picchu, the Sacred Valley, the Humantay Lagoon and Cusco, all in one travel package.
  • Exclusive trip: We don’t join other people to your adventure, providing a completely personalized journey.
  • Total flexibility: Customize your itinerary according to your interests and enjoy the trip at your own pace.
  • Total comfort: Transfers, quality accommodations and private transportation included so you just have to worry about enjoying your trip.
  • Expert guides: Our guides will provide you with fascinating insights, giving you a deeper experience of the culture and history.

Tour Itinerary

Highlight of the day: Welcome at the airport and transfer to the hotel for acclimatization and rest

Upon arrival in Cusco, a representative of our company will meet you at the airport and transfer you directly to your designated hotel. This first day is intended for acclimatization and rest in Cusco, so you can adapt to the altitude and be ready to start your adventure the next day.

Difficulty

Easy / Beginner

Highlight of the day: Tour of the Sacred Valley, with visits to facinating places, and then train to Machu Picchu

The day begins with an exploration of the Sacred Valley from Cusco, we pick you up at 8:00 am. We will visit an alpaca farm and enjoying a demonstration of traditional textiles. Then, you will explore the impressive ruins of Moray and the salt mines of Maras, both located in Maras village in Urubamba province. Afterwards, you will enjoy a delicious buffet lunch. In the afternoon, you will tour the majestic ruins of Ollantaytambo before taking the train to Aguas Calientes, where you will spend the night, before visiting Machu Picchu the following day.

Difficulty

Easy / Beginner

Trip Duration

Full Day

Accomodation

Yes

Tickets Included

No

Highlight of the day: Early visit to Machu Picchu to see the sunrise, exploring the citadel of Machu Picchu

Today, your day starts early, with a 5:10 a.m. pick-up from your hotel in Aguas Calientes. From there, we will take the bus to Machu Picchu, where you will have a 2.5-hour guided tour, exploring the Inca citadel and enjoying the sunrise over this spectacular ancient city. After the visit, you will have time to have lunch and relax. In the afternoon, you will take the train back to Ollantaytambo town, and from there our private transportation will take you back to Cusco. A day full of history, natural beauty and comfort.

Meals

Si

Difficulty

Easy / Beginner

Trip Duration

Full Day

Accomodation

Si

Tickets Included

Si

Highlight of the day: Hike to the impressive Humantay Lagoon, surrounded by snow-capped mountains

Your day starts early with a transfer from Cusco to the spectacular Humantay Lagoon. We will pcik you up at 4:30 am from your hotel in Cusco. Along the way, you will enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the Andes, passing through Quechua villages and landscapes that will take your breath away. After a long drive we will stop for breackfast in a local restaurant. Then we will drive to the start of the hike. Upon arrival, you will begin a moderate hike of approximately 1.5 hours to the lagoon, at an altitude of 4,200 meters (13,780 feet). The view of the turquoise lagoon, surrounded by snow-capped peaks such as Humantay and Salkantay, is simply spectacular. You will have free time to enjoy the scenery and take pictures. Then, we will return and enjoy a traditional lunch on the way back to Cusco.

Difficulty

Easy / Beginner

Included

No Included

Pricing

2 Persons
Price
US $ 689.00
per person
3 Persons
Price
US $ 679.00
per person
4 Persons
Price
US $ 640.00
per person
5 Persons
Price
US $ 600.00
per person
6 Persons
Price
US $ 570.00
per person
7 Persons
Price
US $ 550.00
per person
8 Persons
Price
US $ 520.00
per person

Reviews

5.0
based on 125 reviews
Total reviews and rating from TripAdvisor
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Sacred Valley Lovely Day
Teri G 6
April 2025

Will was our guide and he was wonderful! The tour was everything we hoped for. The day was filled with so much and Will made sure we were having the best time we could. Ask for Will- he was wonderful!

Stunning Sacred Valley
Heather R
April 2025
We had an outstanding time in our private tour with Carlos and Michael. Better than expected. Beautiful county and they took great care of us! Sacred Valley is a must!
Wonderful Sacred Valley Tour!
MmHuston
May 2025

My sister and I were referred to Come See Peru from a friend, and we are so grateful for the referral. We did the Sacred Valley Cultural Experience. Carlos (our guide) and Michael (our driver) were knowledgeable, flexible, and fun!

Here are a few specific aspects that I would like to mention:

1. Flexible. We really appreciated the flexibility that we were afforded. We did our half day Sacred Valley trip in between accommodation switches. So we were picked up in Ollantaytambo and dropped off in Cusco. Additionally, we had to be picked up a bit later than the original start time, and Carlos and Michael were happy to accommodate.

2. Informative. Carlos expertly led us around the three sites we visited (Ollantaytambo ruins, The Salt Mines, The ruins of Moray). He actually took us in an order that allowed for there to be less tourists when we were present, which was really nice. He provided us with historical context and answered all of our questions.

3. Patient. Carlos and Michael gave us time to sit in the beauty that is these amazing locations. Carlos is a wonderful photographer as well and offered to take our picture at some really neat places in each location. When we did the Chicha tasting and salt demonstration, they waited while we shopped. We never felt rushed, which we appreciated.

4. Fun! Overall, we had a really good time with Carlos and Michael. We chatted and laughed about all sorts of things. We appreciated the private tour aspect so we could really go at our own flow and connect and just enjoy.

Thank you Carlos and Michael for a lovely exploration of the Sacred Valley! You will be at the top of our list when we return to see Pisac and Chinchero!

|INCREDIBLE Personalized Sacred Valley Tour
KayLane
May 2025

Wow! I booked a customizable 2-day tour to include all of the main Sacred Valley sights because I wanted to start the first day in Cusco and end in Ollantaytambo and use the tour as transportation as well. Come See Peru was so easy to work with, communicating extremely quickly via WhatsApp to design my perfect itinerary. They also suggested some stops that I did not know about.

Our guide Ruben was positively incredible and really made this tour amazing. He presented the history, culture, geography, & food information in such a compelling way! We learned SO MUCH because he is an incredible storyteller. None of the main sites (moray, maras, ollantaytambo, etc) have much signage and we wouldn’t have been able to appreciate them half as well without Ruben. He was also an amazing photographer, always choosing the best locations to take photos of my husband and I.
The vehicle was a comfortable van, which was private, and we had a driver who dropped off and picked up whenever we needed and also stayed with our luggage the day that it was in the car.

Overall, the price was fair for the value received and I would definitely recommend reaching out to Come See Peru to build a customized tour for your trip to the Sacred Valley!

Excellent service
Journey320022
May 2025

My wife, and I actually took three tours in three dayswith Come See Peru. This were for Machu Picchu, Pisac / Llama farm and the half-day tour on the outskirts of Cusco. The company provided excellent tour guides and took care of every detail, so that our tours were totally stressed free.

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