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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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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.

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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.
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Upon arrival a representative of the company will be waiting for you at the Cusco airport to transfer you to your hotel in Cusco.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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:
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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!
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!
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!
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.
Come See Peru has earned TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence for consistently receiving 5-star reviews of our tours in Cusco, Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu tours. This recognition highlights our exceptional service and dedicated attention to our clients.
Posted on Heather RVerified Stunning Sacred Valley 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!Posted on Teri GVerified Sacred Valley Lovely Day 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!Posted on Jaydina BVerified Been on many tours, would have to say this tour was one of best tours that we’ve been on for the last 25 years This company was quick to respond on setting up our tour to sacred valley from Ollantaytambo. The expert guide Carlos who accompanied us was outstanding informative, and entertaining. He knew his history and answered all of our questions on the ruins we visited. He brought us to the perfect spots for taking pictures and making our videos. The itinerary was very well thought out. Their attention to detail is second to none. I would highly recommend this company to anyone wanting an educational and fun tour. they will deliver! I would also like to add that I forgot my camera in the tours car. They found it and returned it back to me at my hotel.Posted on Marcelo CVerified Great Day Tour of Sacred Valley Scheduling the tour on-line was very easy. Communication from tour coordinator was excellent, he helped us plan an extended tour for the day out of Cusco. Our driver and tour guide were great. We had a wonderful day touring around, seeing the sites, learning the history of the area and stopping to get a local drink and purchase some nice souvenirs. I will recommend this tour group to my friends and family.Posted on Ginette PVerified Wonderful half-day tour from Ollantaytambo! Our half-day tour of the Moray Ruins & Salt Flats was amazing. From the time of booking to the completion of our tour, the communication was great. We were picked up at our hotel punctually as discussed (and dropped off afterwards within the timeframe). From there, Carlos our guide provided us with a lot of interesting information and was always willing to take pictures of us or even make extra stops so that we can capture the beautiful landscapes around us. Enough time was allowed at every stop which was much appreciated. Our driver Christobal also assured that we were safe with his great driving skills. But the thing we appreciated the most was that the tour was available from Ollantaytambo (shorter drive than from Cusco) and that we were able to only have our small family group of 4 people for the tour. We would definitely recommend this tour to others.GinettePosted on Sun-Woong KVerified Get Carlos and Rene! Great experience Carlos was an exceptional tour guide with great insight, great English, and very accommodating. Also gave us tips for our other destinations. Tour was informative, not intense walk, and facts were fun. He recommended a great restaurant too which we all enjoyed. Would definitely recommend. Rene was the driver, ride was smooth, efficient, and he was very helpful with luggage.Posted on DubaigatewaysVerified Excellent Pisac guide and tour. A very entertaining and comprehensive tour ( from Cusco to Pisac to Ollantaytambo) excellently delivered by our guide Carlos. A fabulous day, and we cannot recommend him more highly!Posted on Judy HVerified Outstanding tour. Don't miss learning more about Sacred Valley with a pro guide/driver This was our second half-day tour with our guide Carlos and his sidekick (driver) Rene, who was an expert navigator through some very narrow roadways and along mountain trails. On this day we visited the ruins of Olantaytambo, Pisac, and the Pisac market. As we were passing through Calca, the town famous for cuy, Carlos allowed us to detour so that we could taste it in the most local restaurants where it is made traditionally. We were so grateful to have this experience, which for sure you would miss on a group tour. We are staying in Ollantaytambo, and while we could possibly have visited these ruins on our own, we would have missed so many nuances and history that only a seasoned guide like Carlos could give us. We were thrilled for everything we learned and saw here. I almost felt like nothing could have been better, but the Pisac ruins also are outstanding. Carlos taught us about the architecture and is a great storyteller about so many things we would have glossed over. He pointed out so much valuable information to us that we would have lost with a group tour or self-exploration. Also, you have to do a bit of climbing, and it was helpful to have Carlos's steady hand a time or two during the descent. HIGHLY recommend Come See Peru Tours if you really want to understand about these historic places, the culture of the people, and so much more. We are so glad we added these stops in Sacred Valley to our itinerary. We know they will enhance our time when we get to Machu Picchu.Posted on Judy HVerified Do this tour with Come See Peru Tours! Such a worthwhile experience! Our tour was from Ollantaytambo, not Urubamba, but Carlos (guide) and Rene (driver) provided an outstanding experience. We highly recommend you spend a few days acclimating in Sacred Valley and include the Moray ruins and salt flats on your itinerary. Carlos's English was impeccable and his knowledge of the ruins, the salt flats, and all the areas we were driving through—and more—is vast. We had two smaller stops throughout the day including for some local chocolate and vanilla bread, which was very delicious and also a visit to sample chicha and also learn all about how it is made, we tasted some delicious Peruvian chocolates that were enhanced with salt from Maras along with a few other salted seasoning mixes, which was actually a fun and interesting experience. There is so much more to Peru than Machu Picchu (although we certainly are including that in our trip). But understanding Sacred Valley really is enhancing our trip, and visiting from Ollantaytambo also means that we also were the first to arrive at the salt mines before all the visitors arriving from Cusco, which made our picture taking experience much better! We highly recommend Come See Peru if you are looking for an excellent and rich experience.Posted on Jason SVerified Exceeded Expectations The entire team exceeded our expectations from start to finish. Julio, Renee, Rose, and Rebecca are the best. Detail orientedFriendlyAccommodating ProfessionalThere are many controls in place to keep Machu Picchu special. This team navigated us through them with ease. The tour itself was amazing, and we learned a lot about the Inca civilization. It was truly a once in a lifetime experience. Thank you team. -Jason Sheffey-United StatesVerified by TrustindexTrustindex verified badge is the Universal Symbol of Trust. Only the greatest companies can get the verified badge who has a review score above 4.5, based on customer reviews over the past 12 months. Read more
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