Top Cusco Nature Parks

Even though Rainbow Mountain isn't close to Cusco, it's still possible to visit in just one day on this guided tour. The day trip takes you to the spectacular summit of Rainbow Mountain with a guide leading the way so you don't get lost. Enhance the challenging trek with commentary and insights from your guide.

Enjoy the best combination of Peruvian Novo-andenean dinner. An experience that will round off your stay at the Imperial City for sure!. Three-course experience, which will include 5 gourmet options to choose from

See attractions from a new perspective and spend some time in the saddle on this horseback riding tour on the outskirts of Cusco. Get paired with your horse and then ride out to the Temple of the Moon to see this archaeological site with Inca ruins. Then head out into the countryside and ride up into the mountains towards the Balcon del Diablo to admire its views.

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.

Ideal for those who don't have the time to hike the Inca Trail or navigate public transport, this small-group tour from Cusco to Machu Picchu lets you see the lost city of the Incas in just one day. You'll get picked up from your Cusco accommodations then ride your choice of train to Aguas Calientes before a short bus ride to Machu Picchu, which you will explore with a guide.

Go where cars can't and explore local Andean communities and ancient Inca ruins during this horseback riding adventure. Learn about the daily rhythms of local life, observing farming techniques along with alpaca and sheep herding, for a cultural experience you wouldn't get anywhere else. You also discover Inca temples and visit a natural cave once used as an Inca shrine.

If you’ve only got one day to experience the ancient wonders of the Sacred Valley in Cusco, opt for a tour that helps you cover more sights in less time. You’ll travel between four archeological sites and two traditional Inca markets in air-conditioned comfort, with hotel pickup included, leaving you free to soak up the spectacular mountain scenery along the way.

Discover one of Peru’s most stunning bodies of water on a day trip to Humantay Lake from Cusco. Opt for either a private or small-group excursion limited to only six people, so you can explore the area and hike at a pace suited to you. Plus, round-trip transfers mean you don’t have to worry about hiring a car.

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.

Discover the shorter version of the famous Inca Trail during this 2-day excursion. Visit the archeological sites of Chachabamba, Winay Huayna, the Sungate, and Machu Picchu both in the afternoon and the early morning to see the citadel in two different lights. Learn about the history of the Incas on a comprehensive tour and explore the site on your own before heading back to Cusco.

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.