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

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

Live a unique experience with our 5-day tour to Machu Picchu, exploring the Inca wonder, the Sacred Valley, Humantay Lake and more - book your adventure today!

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Duration

5 Days Days

Max. altitude

4,250 mts (13,943 ft)

Starting point

Cusco

Difficulty

Difficult

Machu Picchu & Humantay Lake

Cusco Sacred Valley Machu Picchu Humantay lake

The Machu Picchu 5 Days Itinerary is designed to offer travelers a complete experience exploring some of the most iconic destinations in the Cusco region.

This multi-day journey combines cultural exploration, breathtaking Andean landscapes, and unforgettable historical sites in a well-balanced travel plan. Throughout the itinerary, visitors can discover the Sacred Valley, admire the turquoise waters of Humantay Lake, and explore the legendary Inca citadel of Machu Picchu.

Each day provides a different perspective of the Andes, blending archaeological discoveries with scenic natural attractions. Guided by knowledgeable local experts, travelers gain deeper insight into the history and traditions of the Inca civilization.

For those seeking a comprehensive travel experience in Peru, this five-day itinerary offers an ideal way to explore the highlights of Cusco and Machu Picchu.

Overview

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.

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.
Starting point Cusco
Pick up time Cusco
Duration 5 Days

Quick Itinerary

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.

  • STOP 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.

  • STOP 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.

  • STOP 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.

  • STOP 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.

  • STOP 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.

Itinerary

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.

Meals Not included (Hotel breakfast / Local recommendations)
Walking Distance 1 km - 2 km (Gentle hotel walk & rest)
Difficulty Easy / Beginner
Trip Duration Transfer & Briefing (approx. 2 - 3 hours)
Minimum Elevation 3,399 m (11,151 ft)
Highest Elevation 3,399 m (11,151 ft)

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.

Meals Lunch in Aguas Calientes included (or recommended)
Walking Distance 4 km - 5 km / 2.5 - 3.1 miles (Citadel guided circuit)
Difficulty Easy / Beginner
Trip Duration Full Day
Minimum Elevation 2,040 m (6,692 ft)
Highest Elevation 2,430 m (7,972 ft)
Accomodation Yes
Tickets Included No

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
Walking Distance 4 km - 5 km / 2.5 - 3.1 miles (Citadel guided circuit)
Difficulty Easy / Beginner
Trip Duration Full Day
Minimum Elevation 2,040 m (6,692 ft)
Highest Elevation 2,430 m (7,972 ft)
Accomodation Si
Tickets Included Si

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.

Meals Buffet Breakfast & Buffet Lunch in Mollepata included
Walking Distance 7 km / 4.3 miles roundtrip (3 hours hiking)
Difficulty Challenging / Advanced
Trip Duration Full Day (approx. 12 - 13 hours)
Minimum Elevation 2,850 m (9,350 ft)
Highest Elevation 4,200 m (13,779 ft)

Inclusions

Places you will visit

Follow the key stops of the journey through Cusco, Urubamba and the Sacred Valley before reviewing the detailed route.

Travelers love our tours

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Tripadvisor

Great value and great service

The tour was great and the organisation was immaculate. The driver and guide were very polite, punctual and informative, the process was easy and the tour operator had a briefing call with us to give us all the timings. They also printed out all tickets for us which made every step go smoothly. The only tiny feedback point would be to send the itinerary via WhatsApp or email ahead of time, but it is such a minor thing. I would absolutely recommend it and use again!

Amazing experience and great staff!

I can not say enough positive things to encapsulate how amazing this company is. They were so communicative and helpful for our trip. We started out in Cusco and they did a private pickup to/from the train station. Coordinated our entry tickets and a private guide for Machu Picchu. Carlos was our planner and walked us through every step and answered every question. Alex our driver was punctual and very great with pickup and drop off. And our guide, Anibal, was fantastic. He took the tour to our pace and was SO knowledgeable. He gave us some fun stories and great memories! If you are ever looking for a tour company in Peru, choose Come See Peru!

Amazing, well planned trip to Machu Picchu

Our group of 5 did a one day trip to Machu Picchu with pickup from Sacred Valley and drop off in Cusco. Carlos helped us tremendously in organizing the schedule and all needed tickets, and he checked up on us throughout the day to ensure we didn't have any problems. Carlos was extremely responsive and quick to answer any questions, and made us feel comfortable that the trip would go as planned. Our driver Alex and Machu Picchu tour guide Anibal were also excellent. Alex was flexible and navigated different pick up and drop off points and also a pit stop to grab our luggage. Anibal was very knowledgeable and answered all our questions throughout the tour, we did circuits 1 and 3, which was a perfect combination to not only get the views up top but also be in the ruins down below. If we were to come back to Peru, would definitely use them again for tours.

Excellent experience, highly recommend!

Had a great experience with this trip! Everything was set up perfectly from start to finish. The team that helped us was very communicative and very clear on what we needed to bring and what was going to happen throughout the day. They were always available to answer questions. The tour itself was incredible our guide was super knowledgeable and very friendly. Would highly recommend using them for any tour!

Cusco!

Incredible, everything super organized and very friendly staff!

A 10: friendly, effective, and professional

Very happy from all points of view. Super well organized, a support at all times for any necessary organizational detail (we were a large group coming from many countries, which made it not easy), the explanations and the tour itself were very complete, and the guides were extremely friendly. I would definitely recommend them.

Well organized tour & very friendly staff!

Everything went according to plan; it was well organized and the staff was friendly. I highly recommend it.

Machu Picchu with Family

Very good communication for coordinating the tour, competitive price, the guides were very good and fun.

Amazing experience – Highly recommended!

Julio from Come See Peru helped us organize an incredible and truly unforgettable trip. I am German and got married in Peru, so I wanted to bring my friends and family to discover how wonderful this country is. Thanks to Julio and his team, everything was perfectly organized from beginning to end. They took care of every detail and made sure everyone felt welcome, comfortable, and well looked after. Even today, my family and friends still talk about the amazing memories they made during this trip. Visiting Machu Picchu is always a unique and magical experience, but being welcomed with such warmth and genuine care made it even more special. The team was always attentive, making sure everyone was happy and felt at home. Thank you, Julio and the entire Come See Peru team, for making this journey so memorable. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for a professional, reliable, and caring travel agency in Peru.

Excellent service!

The guide was punctual, very attentive, friendly, and provided us with all the information.

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Liyana S Tripadvisor
5.0 | Excellent

Great value and great service

The tour was great and the organisation was immaculate. The driver and guide were very polite, punctual and informative, the process was easy and the tour operator had a briefing call with us to give us all the timings. They also printed out all tickets for us which made every step go smoothly. The only tiny feedback point would be to send the itinerary via WhatsApp or email ahead of time, but it is such a minor thing. I would absolutely recommend it and use again!

Whitney H Tripadvisor
5.0 | Excellent

Amazing experience and great staff!

I can not say enough positive things to encapsulate how amazing this company is. They were so communicative and helpful for our trip. We started out in Cusco and they did a private pickup to/from the train station. Coordinated our entry tickets and a private guide for Machu Picchu. Carlos was our planner and walked us through every step and answered every question. Alex our driver was punctual and very great with pickup and drop off. And our guide, Anibal, was fantastic. He took the tour to our pace and was SO knowledgeable. He gave us some fun stories and great memories! If you are ever looking for a tour company in Peru, choose Come See Peru!

Jenn W Tripadvisor
5.0 | Excellent

Amazing, well planned trip to Machu Picchu

Our group of 5 did a one day trip to Machu Picchu with pickup from Sacred Valley and drop off in Cusco. Carlos helped us tremendously in organizing the schedule and all needed tickets, and he checked up on us throughout the day to ensure we didn't have any problems. Carlos was extremely responsive and quick to answer any questions, and made us feel comfortable that the trip would go as planned. Our driver Alex and Machu Picchu tour guide Anibal were also excellent. Alex was flexible and navigated different pick up and drop off points and also a pit stop to grab our luggage. Anibal was very knowledgeable and answered all our questions throughout the tour, we did circuits 1 and 3, which was a perfect combination to not only get the views up top but also be in the ruins down below. If we were to come back to Peru, would definitely use them again for tours.

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  • Email: info@comeseeperutours.com
  • Phone: +51-969760991 / +51-992372063
  • Legal name: COMESEEPERUTOURS E.I.R.L | RUC: 20608161156

Day Tours:

All day tours may be cancelled up to 72 hours prior to departure. Cancellations made within this period will incur a 60% fee, in recognition of the time and resources our team has reserved for your visit.

Terms and Conditions – Machu Picchu Tours

By booking with us, you agree to our terms, conditions, and policies.

Machu Picchu Entrance Tickets
All tickets are strictly non-refundable, non-modifiable, and non-transferable once purchased. This policy is regulated by the Ministry of Culture and applies without exception.

Train Tickets
Train tickets may be changed or canceled up to 48 hours prior to departure. After this period, no changes or cancellations are allowed.

Please note that last-minute cancellations are not permitted, including those due to health or personal reasons.

Travel Insurance Recommendation:

To protect your travel investment, we strongly recommend securing travel insurance. This coverage can help in case of unforeseen events such as flight delays, medical emergencies, or other unexpected situations during your trip.

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