Top Cusco Eco Tours - page 2

Discover the natural beauty of Manu National Park on this 4-day adventure tour from Cusco. Explore lush rainforest, swim in the rivers, and spot wildlife such as monkeys, crocodiles, capybaras, and many types of bird. This all-inclusive tour takes care of your lodge accommodations, three meals a day, snacks, and transportation so that you can go off the beaten path without sacrificing comfort.

Surround yourself with Peruvian flora and fauna on an all-inclusive 5-day small-group tour in Manu National Park. Wildlife enthusiasts need look no further than this nonstop nature adventure. You’ll explore a cloud forest, hot springs, untouched rainforest, and the Amazon. Along the way, keep your eyes peeled for parrots, monkeys, caimans, tapirs, and more. Accommodation includes a private lodge, tree house, and comfortable tents on the Madre de Dios River banks.

The Sacred Valley in Peru is home to ancient monuments and ruins dating back to the days of the Incas—but reaching them by public transport is a challenge. On this tour, spin through the Sacred Valley in comfort from your Cusco accommodation—with your guide to lead the way. Take in top sites of interest including Chincheros, Moray, and Ollantaytambo, and gain insight into a civilization lost in time.

Skip crowded taxi lines and avoid navigating confusing public transport systems with this shared transfer from Alejandro Velasco Astete Airport (CUZ) to your hotel. Available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, your transfer is synced to your flight's arrival time, so there's no time wasted waiting around for a ride.

this unique tour where you can enjoy 2 day full adventure and nature. if you are walking lover, this is a Good experience for you. • AVAILABILITY: Every day • TOUR DURATION: 10 hours • FREQUENCY: All year

An early start is essential to beat the crowds to Vinicunca, or Rainbow Mountain, as it’s better known. Head off early from your Cusco hotel for the town of Cusipata, where your guide will give you a safety briefing. You’ll then begin your 6-hour hike to the 7-color mountain viewpoint. During the trek, you’ll pass through a variety of ecosystems including the Ausangate Valley, home to a number of South American camelids, such as alpacas and vicunas. Take in the stunning views of the valley, dotted with small lakes, and the Ausangate Glacier, before reaching the colorful mountain. Admire the views from the 7-color mountain viewpoint, and take plenty of photographs, before returning to the starting point for a buffet lunch. You’ll then return to your Cusco hotel, arriving back in the early evening.

Visit one of Peru's most iconic attractions stress-free on a group tour to Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca) from Cusco. Starting and ending at your accommodation, private transportation enables you to relax en route to the trail and unwind on the way back. Both breakfast and lunch are provided to ensure you have more than enough energy for your invigorating adventure. Along the way, your guide will enhance the experience with engaging narration.

Qelqanqa is an indigenous community of the Andes, located in the valley of the Patacancha River, belonging to the district of Ollantaytambo, province of Urubamba, in Cusco. It is rich in flora and fauna, where you can find 60 species of birds and more than 700 species of plants. In Qelqanqa there is still a direct descent from the last Incas, which can be corroborated with the current surnames of the locals, such as Sinchi, Huamán, Yupanqui, Quespe, among others. Why book this tour? Disconnect from the city and take a break by immersing yourself in the nature of Qelqanqa. Live with local people from the community. Learn about the traditions and more about the culture of the Inca heritage and the Quechua language. Try local cuisine with natural ingredients.

Avoid the crowds and visit the beautiful Palcoyo Mountain, an excellent alternative to Vinicunca Mountain. The tour takes you through spectacular Andean landscapes and crosses a traditional suspension bridge in the village of Checacupe. The walk is simple and takes place in short stretches, calmly walking three colorful mountains that offer breathtaking views. In addition, the tour takes place in small groups and can operate from only 2 people, allowing you to move forward at a comfortable pace and enjoy the experience even more. In the end, the amazing Stone Forest makes the adventure even more special.

This tour offers a great deal for visitors who want to see the Sacred Valley in just one day. Not only does the tour provide transportation and guided visits of top Sacred Valley sites such as the Pisac market, Ollantaytambo ruins, and village of Chinchero, but it also includes a lunch buffet at Urubamba to help you get through a full day.

Discover the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu on this 2-day tour. Visit key sites such as Pisac, Urubamba, and Ollantaytambo and discover their individual archaeological sites with your guide. Spend the night at Aguas Calientes, the village at the base of Machu Picchu, and rest up before exploring the famous Inca citadel the next day.

We will visit and witness the splendor of the Nevado Salkantay and Humantay whose turquoise waters amaze our visitors.

The Maras Moray Tour from Cusco stands out as a mesmerizing journey that plunges visitors into the very heart of the Sacred Valley's ancient wonders. Maras is famed for its salt ponds, which have been harvested since pre-Incan times. These intricate terraced ponds, carved into the mountainside, present a dazzling patchwork of colors, from crystalline whites to rich browns, depending on the stage of evaporation. Today, as centuries ago, the naturally saline water is channeled into these ponds, gradually evaporating to yield precious salt. A short distance away, Moray beckons with its mysterious concentric terraces. Unlike anything else in the region, these circular terraces descend deep into the earth, creating a series of microclimates. It is widely believed that the Incas used this ingenious design as an agricultural laboratory, testing and acclimatizing crops to different conditions.

Discover one of the jewels of Peru when you hike to the turquoise Humantay Lake, ringed by Andes peaks—and make your sightseeing experience completely seamless—with this small-group, full-day trip from Cusco. With early-morning pickup directly from your hotel, you’ll head to Soraypampa for a traditional local breakfast. After a 1.5-hour hike, arrive at the lake and have free time to soak up the scenery before returning for lunch and transit back to Cusco.

For many visitors to Peru and even South America, a visit to the Inca city of Machu Picchu is the long-anticipated highpoint of their trip. In a spectacular location, it’s the best-known archaeological site on the continent. This awe-inspiring ancient city was never revealed to the conquering Spaniards and was virtually forgotten until the early part of the 20th century.

The Manu National Park is a protected natural area. It is divided into the core zone, the reserved zone and the cultural zone. The latter is the one we visited in the four days. The Manu is one of the most biodiverse regions in the world and that is why it is one of the most appreciated regions. Here 223 species of mammals and 1005 of birds have been registered. It also holds the world record for diversity of amphibian (155) and reptile (132) species for a protected area.

Get a taste for Peru’s high-alpine scenery and ancient Inca customs during this full-day hike to Lake Humantay from Cusco. Ascend to this scenic body of water located at 13,779 feet (4,200 meters), learning about its sacred place in Inca mythology during your climb. An included buffet lunch back at base camp is an added bonus.

Discover the Rainbow Mountain in Cusco, Peru, a sacred journey through nature, culture, and spirit. Embark on a guided trek through untouched highland desert landscapes, snow capped peaks, and herds of alpacas, leading you to the mystical final destination: Rainbow Mountain, hidden deep in the heart of the Andes. As you hike, you'll pass through a vibrant green valley with breathtaking views of the Ausangate Glacier, revered by local communities as a sacred mountain. Connect with Andean culture by meeting locals who live in harmony with nature and share their ancestral wisdom. As you approach Rainbow Mountain, the first signs of colorful mineral layers begin to emerge, painting the hills with natural magic. Your expert guide will explain the geological formation, spiritual significance, and cultural stories behind this unique site. At the summit, a panoramic 360° viewpoint reveals the majestic beauty of this sacred land in Cusco, a place where nature and spirit meet.

Journey back in time and discover the history of Cusco, the former capital of the Incan Empire. This small-group tour takes you from the Plaza, which the Incas believed to be the center of the world, to four archaeological sites on the outskirts of Cusco: Sacsayhuamán, Q'enqo, Puka Pukara, and Tambomachay.

Add some adventure to your journey to Machu Picchu on a 4-Day Inca Jungle Trail tour. This alternative route takes you through Santa Maria, Santa Teresa, Aguas Calientes, and the UNESCO-listed ruins. Every day, you’ll enjoy rewarding hikes, including a segment on the Inca Trail. Special activities include a downhill biking adventure, jungle zip lining, and an immersive private tour of Machu Picchu.

The stunning Humantay Lagoon awaits you with its vibrant turquoise waters, nestled beneath the snow-capped peaks of the Andes. This full-day hike offers a moderate challenge, ideal for nature lovers and trekkers. Starting early from Cusco, enjoy stunning scenery en route to Mollepata, where you will savor a delicious breakfast buffet before continuing to Soraypampa, starting point of the hike. When you reach the lagoon, take in the views and participate in a traditional offering to the Pachamama. Then enjoy a local buffet lunch in Mollepata before returning to Cusco, enriched by a day full of nature and culture. Full day hike to the charming Humantay Lagoon Includes transportation, breakfast and lunch Groups, maximum 18 participants Professional bilingual guide to improve your experience

Get a comprehensive tour of the main Incan sites around Cusco on this half-day excursion. Visit all the highlights and landmarks, including Tambomachay, Puccpucara, Quenqo, Sacsayuaman, and Koricancha. Hotel pickup in the historic center of Cusco available; travel via air-conditioned coach.

The Manu National Park is situated in Southeastern Peru where it covers 1.9 Million hectares. Around 6500 Quechua and 2000 Amazonian peoples are living inside the Reserve. The Manu National Park is concerned by 3 major biogeographically provinces (the Puna, the Yungas and the Amazonian provinces). It ranges from 200 to 4020 m a.s.1. Combined with topographic, soil and climate conditions; The Manu National Park is characterised by a very high level of diversity (Natural World Heritage Site). Some of the wildlife species are endangered.

An early start for this wonderful excursion, the guide will pick you up at the hotel reception, to take you to Vinicunca, the city of Cusipata, where he will give you a safety briefing. Then you will begin your 6-hour walk to the viewpoint of the 7-color mountain. During the hike, you will pass through a variety of ecosystems, including the Ausangate Valley, home to several South American camelids, such as alpacas and vicuñas. Take in stunning views of the valley, dotted with small lakes, and the Ausangate Glacier, before reaching the colorful mountain.