Top Cusco Day Trips - page 3

07:00 AM We leave the city of Cusco for Chincheros, a picturesque town known for its impressive colonial church and agricultural terraces, where you can learn the art of traditional fabric. Then, we head to the Salineras de Maras, a unique landscape of thousands of small salt pools used since pre-Inca times. Later, we explored Moray, an archaeological complex of circular terraces that are believed to have functioned as an agricultural research center to experiment with different microclimates. After a delicious lunch in Urubamba (Tunupa Restaurant), the heart of the Sacred Valley, we visited Ollantaytambo, an impressive Inca fortress, famous for its huge terraces and history as one of the last bastions of resistance. Finally, we arrive in Pisac, with its spectacular mountaintop archaeological complex, which includes temples, squares and a canal system. We finish with the return to the city of Cusco

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Sacred Valley & Salt Flats Tour (A Journey to the Heart of the Incas)

Sacred Valley & Salt Flats Tour (A Journey to the Heart of the Incas)

14 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

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Horseback Riding Tour to the Devil's Balcony from Cusco

4 hoursFree Cancellation

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Palccoyo Rainbow Mountain Full Day Tour from Cusco

12 hoursFree Cancellation

4.7

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Humantay Lake Day Trip from Cusco

14 hoursFree Cancellation

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Explore the famous Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu on a full-day tour from Cusco. Take the train to Aguas Calientes, where you have about 30 minutes before a short bus ride to the ruins. Follow your guide on a 2-hour walking tour of the site, visit key landmarks, then explore on your own. Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant before returning to Cusco with included hotel pickup and drop-off.

Machu Picchu Tour by Vistadome Panoramic Train from Cusco

Machu Picchu Tour by Vistadome Panoramic Train from Cusco

12 hours

5.0

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from $399

Traditional Peruvian Cooking Class and Market Tour in Cusco

4 hoursFree Cancellation

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Bean to Bar Chocolate Workshop in ChocoMuseo Cusco

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Immerse in the wonders of the Sacred Valley on a trip from Cusco, featuring a visit to the magnificent Inca ruins of Pisac and Ollantaytambo, both showcasing impressive stonework. The tour also includes stops at the unique Maras Salt Mines and the fascinating archaeological site of Moray. Enjoy seamless transportation to all attractions and savor a delicious buffet lunch in the charming town of Urubamba. Book now for an unforgettable experience filled with history and culture.

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Full-Day Sacred Valley Tour from Cusco

12 to 13 hoursFree Cancellation

1 Day Sacred Valley VIP Tour from Cusco

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9 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation

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Travel with confidence with FLY CUSCO PERU, the #1 Tour Operator in small groups in Peru! Travel from Cuzco to Machu Picchu and enjoy the breathtaking panoramic views of the landscape aboard the panoramic train, Vistadome. Keep delighting in the breathtaking views as you visit Machu Picchu with a guide. • Machu Picchu Day Trip, one of the New7Wonders of the World, from Cusco • Enjoy a panoramic train tour that reveals great views of the landscapes • Learn the history behind the sacred city on a guided tour • Relax with all entrance fees, train and bus tickets, and hotel transportation included

Machu Picchu Day Trip With Panoramic Train from Cusco

Machu Picchu Day Trip With Panoramic Train from Cusco

12 hours

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Experience Machu Picchu at your own pace on a private day tour from Cusco. Round-trip hotel transfers, train tickets, bus fares, and admission to the archeological site are all conveniently included, so you don't have to waste time organizing transportation or standing in long lines. At Machu Picchu, you'll enjoy detailed commentary and the undivided attention of your personal guide. Take free time to explore and take photos before returning to Cusco.

Private Machu Picchu Day Tour by Panoramic Train

Private Machu Picchu Day Tour by Panoramic Train

14 hours

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from $399

Maximize your sightseeing time in Peru with this convenient day trip to Machu Picchu from Cusco. After a hotel pickup, travel through the Sacred Valley and rugged mountain terrain by bus and train before ascending by bus to the iconic Inca citadel. You’ll enjoy a guided tour of the site’s most important landmarks, to learn more about Peru’s ancient cultures. Ideal for travelers short on time in the country.

1 Day Machu Picchu Tour From Cusco

12 to 14 hours

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from $460

Machu Picchu, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is one of the most important destinations to visit in Peru. Experience a full day exploring the stunning Inca citadel on this all-inclusive tour. Surrounded by nature, you’ll immerse yourself in the fascinating mysteries of this magnificent site while accompanied by a professional guide throughout the journey. Enjoy a unique panoramic train ride with spectacular views of the landscape before arriving at Machu Picchu. Once there, you’ll have plenty of time to explore the site with your expert guide. The tour includes all entrance tickets and transportation: seamless round-trip transport from your hotel in Cusco, as well as entry to Machu Picchu. In just one day, you’ll visit one of the Seven Wonders of the World and experience an unforgettable adventure. Leave all the details to us and enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime journey.

Full Day Tour to Machu Picchu From Cusco

14 to 15 hours

The full day experience through the Sacred Valley of the Incas is a full day tour that visits all of the four main historical sites of the Sacred Valley in one day: Pisac, Maras, Moray and Ollantaytambo. The first stop of the day is Pisac where you’ll visit the famous Pisac and get in contact with the local culture, and the Ruins of Pisac famous for the inca terraces and an ancient inca cemetery. Next stop is Moray, the Inca’s Agricultural Lab, famous for the circular terraces, and the amazing Maras Salt Mines with more than 3000 natural salt pools. After stop for lunch in Urubamba before heading to our final destination: Ollantaytambo. Ollantaytambo is known as one of the last “living testaments” of the Incas in Peru because it was built upon Incan fundamentals and groundworks. The Incan irrigation system still works and water runs through stone canals on the sides of streets.

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Combo Sacred valley Pisac Moray Salt mines and Ollantaytambo

11 hoursFree Cancellation

See the sweeping landscape of the Peruvian Andeans, through the Vilcabamba mountain range, and discover this Inca Sacred Lake. On the way, you will be surrounded by towering snow-capped mountains and beautiful valleys. • The trek will take you through the most scenic landscapes of the region. • You’ll get to know the esoteric and mystical aspects of this lagoon. • Take a horseback ride to the top and make the most of your experience (optional). • Find a perfect spot to relax and appreciate the emerald water of Lake Humantay. The trek has a moderate difficulty level, which is why you need to be fully acclimatized before committing to this activity.

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Humantay Lake Full Day Trek from Cusco with Lunch

Humantay Lake Full Day Trek from Cusco with Lunch

14 hoursFree Cancellation

Humantay Lake Tour From Cusco - Group Tour

Humantay Lake Tour From Cusco: Small Groups

12 to 13 hoursFree Cancellation

Machu Picchu Full Day Tour from Cusco

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12 hours

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Half-Day City Tour of Cusco Including Tambomachay

5 hoursFree Cancellation

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High-End Peruvian Cooking Class, Pisco Sour & San Pedro Market

Learn to prepare high-end Peruvian cuisine from market to table alongside a professional chef with this Peruvian cooking class. After shopping at a local market with a food-loving guide, head to a colonial-style home to prepare a 3-course lunch or dinner which could feature classic items such as ceviche, Pisco sours, and quinoa cooked to perfection. Polish off your meal with fresh fruits and local coffee.

High-End Peruvian Cooking Class, Pisco Sour & San Pedro Market

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Embark on a thrilling outdoor adventure that combines white-water rafting with zip-lining and satisfies your need for speed. Depart Cusco for Oropesa, where you can ease your butterflies with a bite of the town's iconic bread before hitting the Vilcanota River. Tackle Class III and IV rapids and battle intense waves as you make your way downstream, enjoying the remarkable scenery of the surrounding Andes as you go. Afterward, soar through the sky on an exhilarating zip ride.

Cusco Rafting and Zipline Adventure

8 hoursFree Cancellation

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Even carpeted in fog, Machu Picchu remains a worthwhile New Wonder of the World.

2-Day Sacred Valley & Machu Picchu Tour from Cusco by Train

2 days

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Excursión to Humantay Lake Full Day from Cusco

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What are people saying about Cusco

YinDickAndy_N, Jun 2026

Incredible value! Amazing guide and unique experience

I was picked up by a nice high top van at 4am outside my hotel. We then travel a couple of hours, have a nice buffet breakfast, and then continue the ride to the trail head. Our guide Heber is amazing. I actually was with him the day prior for Rainbow mountain. Heber explained everything clearly. I chose to ride the horse up, 90 soles. Once I got off the horse, it is a 15 minute hike to the lake. We spent a bit of time alone for pictures, and then the group gathered and Heber gave us some background info of the place, and a nice group picture. We hiked back down, rode to the same restaurant and had a buffet lunch. We had a mechanical issue with our van. But it was quickly sorted out as the company has 3 vans. The group was split and got on the other 2 vans. We rode back to Cusco and got dropped off at the main plaza. The experience is incredible especially when you consider the extremely low price I paid for the tour. Heber forever lol

Full-Day Excursion to Sacred Valley, Pisac and Ollantaytambo from Cusco

Alessandro_P, Jun 2026

Excellent tour all in one day

I had an excellent Sacred Valley tour that was very well organised from start to finish. The guide was extremely knowledgeable, well-prepared, and provided detailed explanations throughout the day, helping us understand the history, culture, and significance of each site we visited. A mention also goes to the driver, who was professional and reliable throughout the journey, allowing us to relax and fully enjoy the day. The itinerary is definitely intense, with a lot to see and do in a single day, but if you are short on time, this is the perfect way to experience the highlights of the Sacred Valley. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a comprehensive and well-run Sacred Valley experience.

Machu Picchu Full Day from Cusco by Panoramic Train

Anna_T, Jun 2026

Once in a Lifetime!

I had an amazing experience through this tour company going to Machu Picchu! Here are some things to note: it’s going to be a very long day pick up probably around 6 AM and you probably won’t get back until 11 PM or so. The train Machu Picchu often has delayed, so it’s not the company’s fault. The instructions were relatively clear, but there are a lot of logistics. As a solo traveler I just kept eyes on people in my tour group and it was totally fine. The tour guides were very knowledgeable and were accommodating to folks of different abilities. I will warn people that get motion sick that the drive to and from the train station was a little rough. But I took a Dramamine and was OK. Every other tour I went on had similar driving, so I’m pretty sure it’s just the windy roads and the culture. But overall, it was an unforgettable experience and I would highly recommend this company!

Excursion to Rainbow Mountain Full Day Optional Red Valley

Louis_P, Jun 2026

Rainbow mountain with Jonathan

My guide was Jonathan. He was great! I was little more experienced then the other hikers. So he let me go ahead of the group. Timing was impeccable! Would go with him again! And would highly recommend. Very knowledgeable and was is good at what he does! Hes the man! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

Sacred Valley Full Day Tour

Ron_D, Jun 2026

Sacred Valley Trip

The trip started at 7:45 with a pickup from our hotel. Went to Pisco to see the Incan site, then went into the town of Pisco to shop. Continued on to Urubomba for a teriffic lunch. Not the standard roadside food, but real kicking great culinary experience. Then went Ollantaytambo to drop off a few of our group at train station and continued to the ruins near train station. Loaded up for return to Cusco, but wait…..one more stop at a really cool textile factory. Got back to hotel around 7:15p. It was a great day. Thank you Clara and our fantastic bus driver.

From Cusco: Moray, Maras Salt Mines & Chinchero Weavers Half-Day

James_C, Jun 2026

Moray, Maras Salt Mines & Chinchero Weavers

Enjoyable tour, seeing the countryside surrounding Cusco, the Saltmines and the process of weaving from start to finish. The driver was good & the guide Hipo was very good. Hipo spoke very good English & explained things very clearly & invited everyone to ask questions.

Rainbow Mountain In Quad Bike

Angel_Z, Jun 2026

Unforgettable Rainbow Mountain ATV Experience

Amazing ATV tour to Rainbow Mountain! The ride itself was an adventure with incredible views the whole way. Our guide, Jose Luis, was fantastic. Everything was very well organized. We felt very safe the entire time. Rainbow Mountain was absolutely stunning in person, and this was one of the highlights of our trip!

The Ultimate Full Day Sacred Valley Tour

Adriana_M, Jun 2026

We had a great time on...

We had a great time on this tour. Jorge was our tour guide and he was very informative. We did a lot and never felt rushed. We were even added bonus stops as chocolate, salt and chicha (inca beer) tasting. Lunch was also delicious with many options to choose from! I highly recommend this tour and Jorge as a guide!

Rainbow Mountain Beat-the-Crowd, Small Group - 8:00 AM Departure

Shalysse_K, May 2026

Best Experience we’ve had in Peru!

Incredible experience! John, Christian & Alex were awesome! We felt every well attended to, and it we were all very comfortable and well taken care of. John was especially awesome and kept checking in on us during the hike. He was very informative and we felt like he treated us like family. From the snacks, to making sure all our questions were answered, to checking our O2 saturation at the top, then having hot towels and tea at the end of the trek-everything was just amazing! One of the best experiences we’ve had during our time in Peru!

Full-Day Rainbow Mountain Adventure with ATV

Matt_M, May 2026

Rainbow Mountain!

The pick up was nice and easy. The ride to the breakfast was smooth and had wonderful views. The breakfast and lunch were awesome and very filling. We got to drive the ATVs, and that was SO COOL. One recommendation is to bring gloves. It is very cold in the mornings. Bring appropriate apparel for weather. Rainbow mountain was BEAUTIFUL! So many beautiful colors and pictures. A bunch of alpaca to take pictures with and vendors at the top. Another recommendation is to bring plenty of Soles. There is a lot to pay for, so be prepared to pay with Soles. Not USD or euro or credit. Other than that I highly recommend this tour for anyone interested.

Machu Picchu Day Trip from Cusco: Full-Day Guided Tour

Harry_G, May 2026

Amazing and Wonderful Tour!!!

I had an amazing time touring Machu Picchu with the Happy Gringo company. First off I want to give a HUGE shout out and thanks to Frank for helping me make this tour happen. My first 3 attempts of scheduling a tour were all canceled for a variety of reasons. Frank was amazing in helping me with a last minute booking to visit the site especially since I only had one day I could do it. Frank you are amazing!!! Secondly I want to thank Ruben my guide for an amazing and informative tour. Ruben gave me the history at each location and even helped take some fantastic photos during the tour. Afterwards, he made a wonderful restaurant recommendation where I got to try some delicious local peruvian food. If you ever plan to visit Machu Picchu, I highly recommend you use these guys. You won't be disappointed and will make some amazing lifetime memories. 🫶🫰❤️😁🇵🇪

ATV Tour to Moray Maras and Salt Mines in the Sacred Valley

Marie_R, Mar 2026

The perfect afternoon

With an outstanding guide leading the way, the breathtaking scenery unfolded majestically, and riding tandem on the ATV, I felt invigorated by the adventure and captivated by the opportunity to document our journey. The archaeological sites stood as a testament to the ingenuity of the Incas' sophisticated agricultural practices, making it an unmissable destination for anyone passionate about history and ancient cultures.