Rainbow Mountain tour and Machu Picchu tour by train

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ID: GYG544945-941254
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Country: Peru

Duration: 2 days


Description

Visit the most emblematic monuments of Cusco, the famous Rainbow Mountain and the majestic Inca citadel of Machu Picchu, built with perfectly embedded stones, located in the Peruvian Andes.
Taking the tour to the Rainbow Mountain and visiting the Citadel of Machu Picchu by train are undoubtedly unmissable destinations on your travel route to Peru. On your tour of the Rainbow Mountain you will be able to observe the spectacular variety of colors that adorn its slopes generated by the combination of minerals.
On the other hand, the tour to Machu Picchu by train is an opportunity to learn more about Inca history and culture.

Itinerary:

Day 1: Rainbow Mountain tour:
Pick up will be at 04:00 am from the hotel in Cusco, then you will head towards the southern valley of Cusco. The trip by car is around 2 hours to reach the town of Cusipata, where after having a refreshing breakfast, you will continue 1 more hour to the starting point of the walk.
After a walk of 1 and a half to 2 hours, you will arrive at your destination: Vinincunca “the Mountain of Seven Colors” (5,020 m / 16,466 feet). At the top we can appreciate the beauty and magic of the rainbow mountain and its surroundings. Here you will have time to explore the area and take photographs.
Later you will return the walk downhill from the mountain to the starting point of the walk, then you will continue the route by car to the town of Cusipata, where you will recharge your batteries with a delicious lunch. Finally you will return in our transportation to the city of Cusco. Approximate arrival time 05:00 PM.


Day 2: Tour to Machu Picchu by train:
In the morning we will pick you up from the hotel in Cusco at 04:00 AM and you will be transported to the Ollantaytambo train station (approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes of travel by car).
Once at the Ollantaytambo station, you will board the train to Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu town), a 2-hour trip.
Upon arriving in Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu town), you will be waiting for the agency staff to give you all the instructions and then you will go to the bus station, where you will board the bus to the mountain where the citadel of Machu Picchu is located (trip 30 minutes by bus).
When you get off the bus, you will go to the entrance of Machu Picchu, where you must present your entry ticket and respective identification documents. From this place the guided tour of the citadel of Machu Picchu will begin, visiting the main sites of the city with our guide. who will provide us with all the tourist information and history of Machu Picchu for approximately 2 hours.
At the appropriate time you must take the bus back to Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu Pueblo) where we can enjoy lunch in one of the restaurants (not included) and optionally we can visit the hot springs that are located north of the town (entrance not included). .
At the agreed time we will take the return train from Aguas Calientes, a 2-hour trip to Ollantaytambo, where the transportation will take us back to the city of Cusco.
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Highlights

  • Get ready for a tour of pure history through the world wonder, Machu Picchu.
  • Admire the variety of colors that adorn the famous rainbow mountain.
  • Feel the flavor of Cusco cuisine prepared with Andean products.
  • Surround yourself with stunning landscapes that will take your breath away.
  • Without a doubt, here you will take the best photographs and unique experiences.

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Please wait in the hotel lobby 10 minutes before your scheduled pickup time.
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NOT INCLUDED

When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.