Top Cusco Day Trips

I'm so happy we did this tour! Rainbow Mountain was definitely worth it and riding the ATVs on the scenic route up to get there was a once in a lifetime experience. The ATVs were definitely a good idea because the elevation sickness hit us hard. This was mostly our fault though: We landed at 11:30pm in Cusco and we were on the tour bus at 4am without acclimatizing at all. Our tour guide R. Cutipa was amazing though and kept encouraging us to go further. When my friend felt really bad he had oxygen on deck to help out. He showed me the best spot for pictures and took amazing photos when I finally reached the viewpoint. My friends could not make it to the top on foot but he did not let them give up after they had come all this way and instead got them motorbikes so they too could make it to the top and see Rainbow Mountain. We also forgot to bring cash for the entrance fee and bathrooms but he let us borrow cash for everything we needed and pay him back at the drop off location right outside the atm. Thank you for looking after us throughout this tour and encouraging us to make it to the end!

We had a fantastic trip with Miguel as our guide. Everything was seamless, from the organized pick up time, the train station, time to wander and eat in Aguas Calientes, then the ride up the moutain. Despite it being incredibly rainy, we still got lots of wonderful photos. Miguel as also our photographer along with a wealth of information about the people who lived at Machu Picchu. This trip was worth every single dollar spent. It was fantastic and certainly something everyone should do. Thank you again Miguel!

The ride on the way to the train station was very rough so if you get car sick be aware. That said, the rest of the day made up for it! The train ride was roughly 3 hours and was relatively smooth. Attendants were nice and you could buy snacks and drinks. Our guide at the park, Albert, was so kind and knowledgeable. He often stopped for breaks so that we could catch our breath (the altitude is no joke!) He took awesome pictures for us as well. Sunscreen and bug spray are definitely recommend.

We were picked up at hotel right on time, with driver and guide meeting us. The guide, John was very prepared for us, brought snacks, water and made sure we were comfortable throughout our car trip out to Rainbow Mountain. He went over important things to remember while heading up towards higher elevation, and stopped frequently (whenever we needed to) to breathe so we could make it to the top. Along the way he pointed out things, and took several pictures for us at the best spots. After coming back down from mountain, we went to a buffet lunch, which was a wide variety of food. This was a great way to see Rainbow Mountain- would highly recommend doing it this way for sure, as he knew what time to head up there to avoid crowds- which was so nice- and hopefully you’ll get John for your guide! Excellent!!!

A must visit if you are in Cusco, the tour was pretty well organized and the guide "Mr.Wayra" bought the energy needed for the group pushing the energy levels of us to make the summit hike look easily. He explained all the history of the mountains and the needed photo spots. The good and the cab service was also Up To the mark!

Be ready to wake up early. It's actually worth it so you avoid the larger crowds. Also, make sure you've had time to acclimate to the altitude before you go on this tour. We returned to Cusco from Machu Picchu the day before, and while in Cusco still got a slight annoying headache. I saw a few people throwing up. It can be a lot, so just prepare yourself. We had a great experience!

The trip to Machu Picchu was well organized and instructions to get to all of the destinations on the tour were easy to follow. This ancient town is gorgeous and worth visiting. And afterward, there was plenty of time to roam the tourist town at the base of the mountain.

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.