Sacred Valley MachuPicchu Vinicunka 3/2

This tour it is Sacred Valley MachuPicchu Vinicunka 3/2 fantastic tour package covers all of the Sacred Valley with all of its treasures to discover and archeological sites,Sacred Valley MachuPicchu Vinicunka 3/2  followed by the trip to Machu Picchu! expansive mountain views, lush subtropical vegetation and extraordinary ecological varieties. Sacred Valley MachuPicchu Vinicunka 3/2 Then  Machu Picchu! We will pass through cloud forests and finally into subtropical vegetation Sacred Valley MachuPicchu Vinicunka 3/2.
the hike up Rainbow Mountain will be unlike anything you have ever seen and is certainly quite different from the climate of the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu!

DAY 1:SACRED VALLEY OF THE INCAS (chinchero + Moray + Maras + Ollantaytambo)
We start this beautiful day at 7:30am, when your guide picks you up at your Cusco hotel in our private van. Our route to the Sacred Valley of the Incas leads us towards chinchero. You will see how the agriculture in the Sacred Valley has changed little in the past five hundred years. Onward, we drive to the archeological site of chinchero,we will spend about 2 hours, exploring the Inca city. Then, we head down to the colorful market of chinchero, spend about 20 minutes visiting it and then drive to Urubamba for lunch.

Our next stop is the archeological site of Moray also known as “The Greenhouse of the Incas” a deep basin of architectural wonder. Levels of terraces are carved into a huge bowl, which was carefully engineered by the Incas. The terraces have varied microclimates depending on how deep into the bowl they are placed. Archeologists believe that they were used by the Incas to discover the optimal growing conditions for their crops and experiment in hybridization.

Continuing on our journey to the colonial town of Maras, we look down onto the pre-Inca salt “mines,” called salineras in Spanish. Thousands of salt pans have been passed down through countless generations and used for salt extraction since before Inca times. A hot spring at the top of the valley discharges a small stream of heavily salt laden water, which is diverted into salt pans and evaporated to produce salt. This is one of the few places in the world where you can find naturally pink salt!

Finally, we drive to Ollantaytambo, taking the time to explore the Inca village that has remained intact since Inca times and the massive Inca Ruins, with a tour provided by our guide. Visit the massive architecture of the Sun Temple at the top of the formidable terraces and learn about the importance of this site for the Inca during the beginning of the Spanish conquest. Here you spend the night at your hotel in Ollantaytambo, ready to start the Inca Trail the next day.

Accommodations: Sussane inn

Day 2: Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Cusco
This is the day you’ve been waiting for! After an early breakfast at your hotel, you’ll take one of the first busses up to Machu Picchu, so that you can be there to witness the sunrise. It is a truly extraordinary site and not something you’ll want to miss! Your guide will give you a tour, which takes about two hours. You will see most of the important parts of Machu Picchu Citadel. You will also learn about how Machu Picchu is divided into three sectors: agricultural, residential and religious Sacred Valley MachuPicchu Vinicunka 3/2.

After your tour, those who have booked in advance for the extra hikes up Huayna Picchu Mountain will have time to enjoy those views on their own. When you have had your fill of the exceptional views of Machu Picchu, you will take the bus back down to Aguas Calientes for lunch (not included). Depending on your train departure time, you may also have time for some shopping, sightseeing or a visit to the museum or hot springs Sacred Valley MachuPicchu Vinicunka 3/2.

The Expedition train will take you back to Ollantaytambo at 2:55pm or 3:20pm, following the spectacular Urubamba River. Close to Aguas Calientes, the canyon is narrow and the river has many beautiful sections of whitewater. You can also see Wiñay Wayna from the train, if you look up high on the steep canyon wall! Back at Ollantaytambo, your driver will meet you at the exit from the train station to take you back to your hotel in Cusco in our private vehicle. You can expect to arrive at your hotel by 7:00pm.

3* Accommodation:
Meal included: Breakfast

DAY 3: CUSCO – RAINBOW MOUNTAIN – CUSCO
We will pick you up from your hotel at 4am, and begin with our amazing Rainbow Mountain Trek Adventure. We set out on our drive for 3 hours through the South Valley, ending up at the trailhead at Llacto (4,638m / 15,216 ft). Along the way, there are amazing views of farming Inca terraces, traditional villages, valleys and high Andean peaks.

The herds of alpacas and llamas near your breakfast place will entertain you in the early morning. Once we reach the trailhead, we start on our hike following a lovely stream. As you start your hike, you will have views of the Ausangate Mountain and glaciers. You can interact with the local people, who are still keeping traditional Quechua culture alive.Learn about their traditional clothes and the significance of the different hats worn by the men. Ask your guide to teach you a few words of Quechua!

After a total hike of 1.5 hours, we finally reach our destination the Rainbow Mountain. After admiring the unique beauty, you will have time to explore the area. You can take pictures or just soak up the view. We will spend approximately 30 minutes at the top. Afterwards, there is an optional hike across to the top of the Red Valley. This walk takes about 45 minutes longer to get back to the trailhead.

At this point, we hike back down the way we came. The hike takes 1 hour, then we enjoy our lunch which will prepare by our cook.

We will embark on the 3-hour drive back to Cusco and drop you off at your Cusco hotel, arriving around 6:30pm.

Meals included: hot breakfast & lunch

ADDED VALUES FOR FREE
Transfer from the airport to hotel: (Cusco hotel only)
SMALL GROUPS: up to 8 hikers
EARLY TRAIN: for the return to Cusco from Aguas Caliente

Price: Private Inca trail: 2024 Per Person
1 travellers $1100.00
2 travellers $850.00
4 travellers $800.00
6 travellers $750.00
8 travellers $700.00.

WHAT IS INCLUDED
Pick up at your hotel
Tours of Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu
Rainbow Mountain trek
Entrances to the Inca Cities and all Archeological Sites
Private transportation for all tours
Round Trip Expedition Train Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes
Hotel accommodation with breakfast in Ollantaytambo, Aguas Calientes, Cusco
Meals as indicated on itinerary
Roundtrip bus ticket Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu
Entrance fees to Machu Picchu
Professional English & Spanish speaking guide
2 hot meals at Rainbow Mountain – breakfast and lunch,Sacred valley
WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED
Meals not indicated on the itinerary
Entrance fee to the hot springs of Aguas Calientes (optional)
Entrance of Wayna Picchu –$75 USD
Upgrades train/hotel – For Vistadome train add $75 USD per person
Tips for your guide
**Huayna Picchu Mountain is optional trek within Machu Picchu Citadel which do not include a guide. The climb is usually done on your own after your tour of Machu Picchu Citadel. If you would like the extra hike to be guided, please request in advance. There is an extra cost for this extra guided tour.

ZERO PLASTIC BOTTLES ON THE INCA TRAIL AND MACHU PICCHU 

Due to New goverment regulations for the Inca Trail it will be 100% PROHIBITED to TAKE PLASTIC WATER  BOTTLES. We believe that in the first days  the new enforced regulations may NOT be 100% controlled however as the days go it will be more and more strict therefore WE KINDLY suggest you getting your aluminum plastic bottles to avoid any dissapointment at the check points along the Inca Trail and in the Machu Picchu citadel.