Top Activities on the Ground in Cusco - page 6

Ideal for travelers hoping to conquer the Inca Trail in a shorter amount of time, this tour takes you on a convenient 2-day trip. Visit stunning ruins like Chachabamba and Winay Wayna, walk through the Sun Gate, just as the Incas did, and enjoy a guided tour of the iconic Machu Picchu. This short yet comprehensive journey lets you dive into history and view the landscapes in a concise but immersive way.

Vinicunca may be the most famous Rainbow Mountain in Peru, but it’s not the only one. Escape the crowds of Vinicunca with a private guided tour to Palccoyo Rainbow Mountain. Enjoy a short hike along a stream, with a stone forest and plenty of alpacas and llamas on the way to a scenic vista point over the rainbow-colored range. Includes breakfast and lunch.

Maximize your vacation time in Cusco on a half-day group tour. The adventure starts in the Sacred Valley city of Maras, followed by the nearby Maras Salt Mines. Next, have your camera ready for the experimental agricultural terraces in Moray. In Chinchero, check out the royal hacienda of an Inca ruler and explore the artisan market. Round-trip transportation enables you to complete this full itinerary and still get back to Cusco by lunchtime.

Discover the top landmarks of the ancient Incas on this 2-day, private excursion from Cusco. Day 1 is spent exploring the Sacred Valley including Chinchero, Maras, Moray, and Ollantaytambo. Then, board the panoramic Vistadome train to reach Aguas Calientes. Day 2 involves an early wake-up call to watch the sunrise over Machu Picchu and a guided tour of the ancient citadel.

The Rainbow Mountain of Peru is a geological phenomenon created over thousands of years. On this small-group tour from Cusco, see the colorful strata after a moderately difficult hike. Your guide takes you to the summit, where the reward is uninterrupted panoramic views of the Andes. A hearty breakfast and lunch are included to recharge your batteries before and after your trip.

Trek through the Andes to the azure waters of Humantay Lake on this full-day trek from Cusco. Learn about the importance of the lagoon to the Inca people who originally inhabited the area through a guide's commentary. See local flora and fauna on a hike through the valleys around the lake and enjoy lunch before returning to Cusco.

Learn more about Peru’s Inca Empire as you explore the Sacred Valley on this day trip from Cusco. Join a small group and visit local communities in Chinchero to learn about their traditional textiles. Then, visit the salt mines of Maras and the agricultural terraces of Moray to see how the Incas grew their crops. Finally, visit the large stone fortress in Ollantaytambo before heading back to Cusco.

Discover the ancient landmarks of the Inca Empire on a 5-day tour from Cusco. Explore the old Incan capital on a city tour, visit the alpine Humantay Lake, take a guided tour around the citadel of Machu Picchu, and hike the colorful strata of Rainbow Mountain all in less than a week. Leave the booking to the professionals and relax on this all-inclusive experience.

Dig deep into Inca culture and history on a private sightseeing tour from Cusco. The adventure begins with free time at the artisan's market, where you can find handmade wool products. Next, visit the often overlooked Chinchero Archeological Site to see Andean trading and the ruins of a palace of a 15th-century Inca ruler. Continue to the agricultural terraces of Moray and then the salt mines of Maras.

The Inca Jungle Trek is such an awesome way to get to Macchu Picchu! If you’ve been following this travel site, then you know there are two things we often look for in a travel experience: awesome adventure, and great travel values. So when considering the many different ways to get to Machu Picchu, we were excited to find the Jungle Trek perfectly combines those two elements. The Machu Picchu Jungle Trek is high on adventure and low on cost!

Discover the Sacred Valley and hike a portion of the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu in just 3 days with this small-group tour from Cusco. Explore Pisac, Urubamba, and Ollantaytambo on your first day. Hike the Inca Trail through Chachabamba, Wiñay Wayna, and the Sun Gate on your second day. Enjoy hotel pickup, round-trip train and bus transfers, and a guided tour of Machu Picchu on your third day before returning to Cusco.

5 Day Salkantay Mountain, Humantay Lake and Llacatapata incan trail to Machupicchu in Sky Lodge domes SALKANTAY TREK & HUMANTAY LAKE GLAMPING IN DOMES • Explore the Humantay Lake • Climb up to Salkantay Pass 4600 meters high and see the Sacred Salkantay Snow capped mountain • Walk on an Ancient Inca Salkantay Trail • Explore the Machupicchu Sacred city Departure Point: Cusco - We pick you up from your hotel. Departure Time: Between 4:00am - 05:00am Briefing Point: Our guide will visit your hotel 2 or 1 day before the trek between 6:00 to 6:30pm Return Point: Cusco - Our driver will drop-off in your hotel or Airbnb apartment Physical Rating: 3 - Demanding -  Some high-altitude hikes or more strenuous activities, but accessible to most healthy travellers

Bring your hiking shoes for this tour, because you have a decent hike to get to Machu Picchu. But your effort will be worth it. This group tour from Cusco takes care of all of your transport, and your guide will accompany you on your hike. You stop at a few more places, like Chachabamba, Winay Wayna, and much more, with your guide explaining their significance during your visit.

Enjoy one of the most scenic trekking tours around Cusco without the crowds. This small-group tour takes you to the Humantay Lake earlier in the morning than most of the large tour groups, ensuring a more intimate experience of the serene lake and the snow-capped mountain behind it .

Experience a shorter version of the famous Inca Trail walking to Machu Picchu over two days on this private tour from Cusco. Travel early in the morning to the kilometer 104 marker of the trail, where you’ll start your hike to reach the Sun Gate and see Machu Picchu. The next day, return to the site for a guided tour of its ruins. Overnight accommodation in Aguas Calientes not included.

Maximize your time in Peru by booking a 4-day tour that includes a multitude of outdoor adventures and is topped off with a visit to Machu Picchu. This action-packed tour crams in biking, hiking, rafting, ziplining, and more, making it ideal for adventurous travelers who want to see and do as much as possible—all without the hassle of planning and organizing each individual outing.

Make the most of your limited vacation time on an all-inclusive 5-day small-group tour of Cusco, Machu Picchu, and Humantay Lake. Starting and ending at the Cusco airport, every step of your adventure is carefully planned to ensure maximum comfort and sightseeing experiences. Transportation, hotels, private guided tours, and some meals are all provided. Highlights include the Pisaq Archeological Site, traditional Andean food, as well as ample free time to explore independently.

Be the first to arrive at the top of Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca) on a private hiking tour that helps you enjoy a less-crowded experience of the brightly-colored natural wonder. Rather than arriving at the same time as everyone else, you’ll get there early and also hike at a pace suited to you and your private party.

Set out on a hiking and biking adventure to Machu Picchu with this four-day, three-night tour along the Inca Trail. Explore archeological ruins, bike downhill for 60 kilometers, and admire mountain landscapes during the tour. On the final morning, see Machu Picchu at sunrise and set out on a guided tour of the site. Hotels and meals are included.

Visit several top natural and historical sites in Peru on this 5-day private tour. See the city and archeological sites around Cusco; visit Pisac, Urubamba, and Ollantaytambo in the Sacred Valley; explore Machu Picchu; and hike to the top of Rainbow Mountain. Enjoy a hassle-free experience, with entrance fees, guides, accommodation, some meals, and all transfers, including to and from the airport, included.

Follow the beautiful Salkantay route to serene Humantay Lake on this adventurous trek from Cusco. With round-trip transport from downtown Cusco—and key logistics like accommodation, meals, and porters covered—follow your guide through the Peruvian wilderness. Along the way, trace the ancient footsteps of the Incas and admire uninterrupted views over natural features including Mount Salkantay—one of the highest peaks in the Peruvian Andes.

Tick off some of Peru’s most impressive natural wonders without having to spend hours planning on a 3-day tour from Cusco. Cover Humantay Lake, Mt. Vinicunca (Rainbow Mountain), and Machu Picchu, one of the New 7 Wonders of the World, with included hotel pickup, so you don’t have to worry about overcoming the language barrier or booking transport and admission tickets separately.

Opt for the most adventurous of the hiking routes that lead you to Machu Picchu on the 4-day Inca Jungle trail, which gives you the chance to do high-octane activities such as mountain biking, ziplining, white-water rafting, and hiking. Plus, your admission ticket to Machu Picchu, all meals, train tickets, and hotel pickup are included.

Head to the ancient citadel of Machu Picchu on the 5-day Salkantay Trek. Traverse various climates including the impressive snow-capped mountains of Salkantay and Humantay Mountains as well as the lush jungle of the cloud forest. Explore the ruins of Machu Picchu with your tour guide and learn about the Inca Empire before returning to Cusco. The Salkantay Trek is a great alternative to the crowded Inca Trail. Hotel pickup is included for your convenience.