Cusco Region

Spring activities

Experience the incredible beauty of Rainbow Mountain on a guided hiking tour. You get a chance to see alpacas, llamas, and vicuñas while soaking in the stunning mountain views during the journey. Savor a local lunch before heading back to your accommodation in Cusco.  Your professional tour guide will pick you up from your accommodation in Cusco between 3:30 AM and 4:00 AM. After a 2-hour drive, you will arrive in Cusipata where you will stop for breakfast and buy water and snacks for the trek. Following breakfast, you'll travel one more hour to the hike starting point, at 4,850 meters. From there you will start your 3.5-kilometer trek to Rainbow Mountain over both flat and uphill terrain. During your hike, you will enjoy amazing views and encounters with wild alpacas, llamas, and vicuñas. Once you reach the top at 5,010 meters, you can make use of some free time to take a break, and if the weather is good, you will be able to enjoy views over Rainbow Mountain. You'll go downhill to the starting spot for another hour. Then, take transportation back to Cusipata where a local lunch will be waiting for you. Once you finish your buffet lunch you will travel back to Cusco, where you will arrive between 4:00 PM and 5:00 PM at Plaza de Armas.

Your professional tour guide will pick you up at your homestay, hostel or hotel in Cusco between 3:30 AM and 4:00 AM. After a 2-hour drive, you will arrive in Mollepata where we will stop for breakfast and pick up water and snacks for the trek. After breakfast, travel 1 more hour to Soraypampa. Once you arrive at this high mountain plateau, admire the beautiful mountains Apu Salkantay (6,230 meters above sea level) and Humantay (5,250 meters above sea level) above sea level. The tour itself reaches an altitude of 4,200 meters. After a short time preparing your day pack you will start the 2-hour trek to Humantay Lake. The way up to Humantay Lake is steep however your group is small and your guide will let you take your time to enjoy the trek.  Enjoy the views of Humantay Lake and enjoy an optional small climb above the lake to the right or left where you can enjoy a panoramic view.  Next, you will have the easy part of your trek. Go downhill to Soraypampa for another hour. Then you will take your private transportation back to Mollepata where a local lunch will be waiting for you. Once you finish your buffet lunch you will go back to Cusco arriving between 5:00 PM and 6:00 PM at the drop-off near Plaza de Armas.

Your professional tour guide will pick you up from your accommodation in the historic center of Cusco, or from a nearby meeting point, between 6:00 AM and 6:30 AM. Travel first to Chinchero, a small rustic town with a long tradition of textile weaving. See various textiles woven using traditional Incan techniques, followed by a visit to the first archaeological site and a beautiful old church. Next, you will visit Moray and see the agricultural terraces built along the hillsides. These terraces were built by the Incas to grow an abundance of crops on less-than-ideal mountain terrain. Right next to this area, at Moras, there are over 5000 salt ponds which were used by the Incas for salt extraction. This helped preserve their foods for long periods. After learning about Incan agricultural techniques, make your way to Urubamba, the capital of the Sacred Valley, for a buffet lunch. After lunch, make your way to two historical towns, Ollantaytambo and Pisaq. In Ollantaytambo, you will climb over 200 steps to reach the top of the ancient terraced fortress overlooking the town. An optional drop-off is available in Ollantaytambo for those who need to stay in town or have other plans. In Pisaq, you will visit an archaeological site followed by some time to shop some souvenirs.

Begin your adventure with a hotel pickup in Cusco between 3:00 AM and 3:30 AM. Enjoy a scenic 1.5-hour drive to Qollasuyo, passing through the Cusipata district, where you'll stop for a 30-minute breakfast. Afterward, continue your journey for another hour until you reach Fulawasipata, where you'll receive a brief introduction to your hike. Set off on your trek at the foot of the Ausangate mountain range, starting a 1-hour and 45-minute ascent to the summit of Rainbow Mountain. Along the way, you may spot various South American camelids, such as llamas and alpacas. Upon reaching the red hill, you'll be greeted by breathtaking views of the vibrant landscape. After taking in the views, begin your 1-hour descent through flatter terrain, returning to the trailhead. From there, head back to Cusipata to indulge in a delicious buffet lunch. Finally, you'll return to Cusco, arriving at Plaza Regocijo/Kusipata around 4:30 PM, conveniently located near many hotels.

Get picked up from your hotel in Cusco and set off for Chinchero, situated at an elevation of 3,762 meters. Take a tour of a weaving workshop, where local artisans continue the Quechua tradition. See how they use natural plants to extract colors for their Andean art. Continue to Moray, situated at an elevation of 3,450 meters (11,318 feet). Marvel at the mesmerizing terraced landscape and irrigation system. Next, visit Maras Village and see the preserved colonial architecture and thin-stoned buildings. Proceed to the remarkable Salineras salt mines, comprising 3,000 small pools. Explore this historic site that dates back to pre-Inca times and continues to produce salt that is processed and distributed in the region. Finally, return to the city in time to enjoy lunch on your own.

2A: Classic Designed Route Explore most of the archaeological site, including the iconic viewpoint for the famous photograph. This is the most comprehensive and popular route, offering an enriching and panoramic experience of this magnificent historical site. → Requires moderate to high physical effort. 2B: Lower Terrace Route A great alternative to Route 2A, this option also includes the iconic viewpoint for the classic photograph, as well as agricultural terraces and residential areas. Enjoy a similar experience with stunning views. → Requires moderate to high physical effort. 1A: Machu Picchu Mountain Access the upper section of Machu Picchu and climb Machu Picchu Mountain, where you'll enjoy spectacular panoramic views. The hike lasts approximately 2 hours and covers 3.8 km (round trip). If you prefer to avoid the hike, you can remain on the upper terrace or choose Route 1B. → Requires high physical effort. 1B: Upper Terrace Explore the upper section of Machu Picchu, including the Guardian’s House, where you can capture stunning panoramic photos. This is a shorter route (approximately 1 hour), but you can stay on site for up to 4 hours. → Requires moderate physical effort. 1C: Inti Punku Discover Inti Punku, the iconic Inca Trail gateway. This 3.4 km (round trip) route offers unique panoramic views of Machu Picchu from a new angle. → Requires moderate physical effort. 1D: Inca Bridge Route Explore the Guardian’s House and take a panoramic photo of Machu Picchu. Then, enjoy a peaceful and fascinating walk to the Inca Bridge. → Requires moderate physical effort. 3A: Waynapicchu Mountain A demanding 2.4 km (round trip) hike to the iconic Waynapicchu summit with breathtaking views. Visit the Temple of the Sun, Inca's House, Ceremonial Fountains, Three Doorways, and the Temple of the Condor. → Does not include access to the classic photo. → Requires high physical effort. 3B: Realeza Route Ideal for those seeking a shorter 1.3 km (round trip) route with moderate effort. Explore the Terraces, Temple of the Sun, Inca's House, Ceremonial Fountains, Three Doorways, and Temple of the Condor. → Does not include access to the classic or panoramic photo. → Requires moderate physical effort. → Wheelchair accessible up to a certain point. 3C: Great Cavern A 3 km (round trip) route for adventure lovers. Starting at the Terraces, it passes the Temple of the Sun, Inca's House, Ceremonial Fountains, and Three Doorways, leading to the Great Cavern. Return via the Temple of the Condor. → Does not include access to the classic or panoramic photo. → Requires high physical effort. 3D: Huchuypicchu Mountain A 1.7 km (round trip) hike with moderate effort. From Huchuypicchu’s summit, enjoy panoramic views of the Inca city and surroundings. Explore the Terraces, Temple of the Sun, Inca's House, Ceremonial Fountains, Three Doorways, and Temple of the Condor. → Does not include access to the classic photo → Requires moderate physical effort

Start the adventure by picking up your accommodation within the historic center of the city of Cusco, traveling by tourist bus to the train station in Ollantaytambo (approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes). Boarding the train to Aguas Calientes (approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes), arrival at the train station in Aguas Calientes (also known as Machu Picchu Pueblo). Assistance from the agency to take the bus to the entrance gate of Machu Picchu (approximately 25 minutes), Guided tour of Machu Picchu (approximately 2 hours), after the guided tour, assistance to take the bus back to the town from Aguas Calientes (approximately 25 minutes), free time to have lunch on your own in one of the typical restaurants in the area, at the previously indicated time, you must be at the Aguas Calientes train station to board the train to destination to Ollantaytambo station (approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes), when you arrive at Ollantaytambo station, the bus will be waiting to take you back to your accommodation in Cusco (approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes).

Route 2-A: Explore the entire Inca city of Machu Picchu, including the Temple of the Sun, Main Temple, Sacred Rock, Temple of the Condor, and more. Includes the opportunity for the classic photo. Explore the entire Inca city of Machu Picchu, including the Temple of the Sun, Main Temple, Sacred Rock, Temple of the Condor, and more. Includes the opportunity for the classic photo. Route 2-B: Lower Terrace: An excellent alternative to Route 2A, this option offers the iconic viewpoint for the classic photograph, along with visits to agricultural terraces and residential areas. Immerse yourself in a comparable experience while enjoying breathtaking views. Route 1-B: The Upper Terrace Route offers a short hike with stunning views. Despite starting with some stairs, it quickly rewards you with sweeping vistas of Machu Picchu, making it perfect for relaxing and taking memorable photos. circuit 1-A: Machu Picchu Mountain Enjoy a 3.8 km round-trip hike to the top of Machu Picchu, where breathtaking views of the Salkantay and Pumasillo snow-capped peaks await. Capture panoramic photos of the Inca landscape. A physically demanding adventure perfect for thrill-seekers. Route 3-A: Waynapicchu Mountain Route: Conquer the iconic Waynapicchu summit with this challenging 2.4 km (round trip) hike. Be rewarded with breathtaking panoramic views and explore ancient Inca sites like the Temple of the Sun, Inca's House, and the Temple of the Condor. 3B: Realeza Route Perfect for those looking for a shorter 1.3 km (round-trip) route with moderate effort. Explore the impressive Terraces, the majestic Temple of the Sun, the Inca's House, the Ceremonial Fountains, the Three Doorways, and the enigmatic Temple of the Condor. 1D: Inca Bridge Route Begin your journey at the Guardian’s House, where you can capture breathtaking panoramic views of Machu Picchu. Then, embark on a serene and captivating walk along a scenic trail leading to the Inca Bridge, an impressive Inca engineering marvel nestled in the cliffs

Get your adrenaline pumping as you ride quad bikes through the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Visit the Incan archeological site of Moray and discover the Maras Salt Mines on a trip from Cusco. Depart Cusco and head to Cruzpata where you'll receive instructions on how to drive your quad bike safely. Start your adventure riding through the Sacred Valley while taking in beautiful views of snow-capped mountains. Drive your quad bikes to the Moray archeological site and enjoy a quick visit with your guide. after drive again your atv from Moray Until the basecamp. Park the quads and take the van to visit the the Salt mines of Maras. Hop back on our Minivan to Cusco.

Start with pickup from your hotel in Cusco between 3:00 AM and 3:30 AM. Travel for approximately 1.5 hours to Qollasuyo. Pass through the district of Cusipata with a stop for a 30-minute breakfast. From there, continue onwards with the journey for 1 hour until reaching Fulawasipata. Here, take a pause for a quick brief on how the journey will be carried out. Begin the walk at the foot of the Ausangate mountain range. This will be followed by an ascent of approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes to the highest point of the Rainbow Mountain. During this journey, you will have the opportunity to see the different types of South American camelids, a relative of the camel. Upon reaching the red hill, take in the beautiful scenery. Finally, continue the journey with a 1-hour descent into the flat terrain and back to the starting point of the hike. Return to Cusipata to enjoy a buffet lunch.  Following lunch, return to Cusco, arriving at approximately 4:30 PM at Plaza Regocijo/Kusipata, centrally located and close to all hotels.