Machu Picchu + Rainbow Mountain + Tambopata 06 days

Tour Type

adventura & Cultural

Difficulty

Average

Duration

06 Days

Languages

Español, English, Portuguese

Best Time

All Year

Group Size

08 people

The Peruvian Amazon jungle and Tambopata Reserve + Machu Picchu + Montaña de Colores in a 06 days tour is the best option to know the Andes mountain range and the lush rainforest, from Cusco and the Montaña de Colores (5200 masl.) we will descend to the tropical forest with its warm climate, we will also enjoy its rich gastronomy and typical dishes.

We recommend booking this tour in advance, especially to get the tickets to the wonder Machu Picchu.

Day 1: Arrival in Cusco – Pick up at the Airport

At the indicated time, we will be at the Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport in Cusco, to transfer you to your hotel. This day has to be exclusive for acclimatization because Cusco is located in the Peruvian Andes at 3400masl.
* Free time to rest or explore the city of Cusco on your own.

Hotel in Cusco

Day 2: Sacred Valley

After breakfast at the hotel, we will start with the excursion to the Sacred Valley of the Incas, visit to emblematic places such as Chincheros with texitleras women who will demonstrate alpaca wool work, then we will have a guided tour in Moras and the salt mines of Maras, lunch is scheduled in Urubamba. (buffet style), in the afternoon exploration of the Inca city Ollantaytambo, after resting we will leave on the Expedition train in the evening from Ollantaytambo > Aguas Calientes.

Hotel Aguas Calientes

Day 3: Machu Picchu

Breakfast at the hotel in Aguas Calientes, we will ascend by bus to the citadel of Machu Picchu, for 2 hours we will have a guided tour of Machu Picchu to explore its temples, squares, and iconic structures along its terraces. People who have booked in advance Huaynapicchu or Machupicchu Mountain can do it after the visit to the Llaqta. Free time to enjoy the place on your own.

* Return by train from Aguas Calientes > Ollantaytambo, bus to Cusco and transfer to the hotel.

Hotel in Cusco

Day 4: Rainbow Mountain

Early departure by transport to Quiquijana, where we will have breakfast and then continue to the starting point of the hike, with an approximate 4 hours round trip, we recommend having good physical condition for this activity, and at the top (5200 meters above sea level) we will have about 20 minutes for photographs. Return to Cusco in the afternoon after lunch en route.

In the evening, we will transfer to the bus terminal in Cusco to take a night bus to Puerto Maldonado.

Day 5: Tambopata Rainforest Tour

Arrive to Puerto Maldonado in the morning, where the Lorenzo Expeditions team will be waiting for us to transfer us to the river port and travel by boat on the Tambopata River to the Lodge in the jungle of the Tambopata Reserve, where we will be welcomed with a delicious typical jungle drink, Practically we will arrive to have lunch and a break will serve to begin our afternoon excursion through the jungle to explore the flora and fauna in a primary forest on the way to the observation tower of more than 50 meters high, at night we will go in search of caimans, returning for dinner.

Lodge in Tambopata

Day 6: Macaw Clay Lick Tour and return to Puerto Maldonado.

The next day we will leave very early (5 am) we will navigate the Tambopata River passing through the Tambopata Reserve in search of the Collpa Chuncho where hundreds of macaws and parrots come to feed on the clay to eliminate the toxins that are in their daily food. This day’s breakfast will be outdoors in front of the parrot’s clay lick, we will return by the Tambopata River to the Lodge, where we will have lunch, and in the afternoon we will return to the city of Puerto Maldonado.
Passengers will be transferred to Padre Aldamiz airport in the city of Puerto Maldonado or to the bus terminal.

  • Transfer from airport > hotel in Cusco
  • 02 Nights Hotel Samay***or similar in Cusco
  • 01 Night Hotel Andino***or similar in Aguas Calientes Machu Picchu
  • 01 Night in Tambopata Lodge.
  • 05 breakfasts, 03 lunches, 02 dinners.
  • Train Ollantaytambo – Machupicchu
  • Train Machupicchu > Ollantaytambo
  • Guided Tour in Machu Picchu | Private Service.
  • Tourist Bus Aguas Calientes > Machu Picchu > Aguas Calientes.
  • Walking tour in Cusco San Pedro Market| Courtesy of Lorenzo Expeditions
  • Entrance fees to Machu Picchu.
  • Entrance to Sacred Valley (Boleto Turistico)
  • Entrance tickets to Montaña de Colores
  • Tickets to Tambopata Reserve
  • Sacred Valley Tour: Chinchero, Salineras Maras, Moray, Ollantaytambo | Private Service.
  • Bus Ollantaytambo > Cusco.
  • Transfer train station > Hotel Cusco
  • Tour Mountain of Colors | Shared Service.
  • Transfer Hotel > Bus Terminal in Cusco.
  • Night bus, Cusco > Pto. Maldonado.
  • Transfer bus terminal in Pto. Maldonado > Office.
  • Tour 2 days in Tambopata | Shared Service.
  • Transfer Tambopata Lodge > Pto. Maldonado Airport.
  • Beverages
  • Food not mentioned
  • Horses in Montaña de Colores
  • Personal insurance (compulsory)

For the second and third day of the tour we recommend carrying only the luggage necessary for the Sacred Valley + Machupicchu tour with an overnight stay in Aguas Calientes. Large backpacks with equipment that is not necessary for the expedition should be left in the city of Cusco, either at your hotel or at our main office.

  • Small backpack.
  • Light clothing for Machu Picchu.
  • Comfortable shoes.
  • Hat.
  • Sun block lotion.
  • Sunglasses.
  • Original passport.
  • Personal hygiene items, such as wet wipes, toothpaste and toothbrush.
  • Cash (preferably local currency).
  • The friendliest and most positive attitude possible.

1. Huayna Picchu

The cost of the ticket is 60 dollars per person.

Huayna Picchu is a mountain within the archaeological complex of Machu Picchu, it is a 45-minute hike to the top.

To purchase this additional must notify us at least 2 months in advance due to high demand, schedules and details of your visit to this site will be confirmed in the previous meeting we will have.

2.Machu Picchu Mountain

The cost of the ticket is 60 dollars per person.

Machu Picchu Mountain is another place that many travelers want to climb to have a spectacular view of Machu Picchu, and of course we help you with all this.

Travel Insurance

We recommend that you purchase travel insurance. If you become ill or injured while away from home, you may be reimbursed for treatment provided as a result of a covered medical emergency during your trip.

Pre-trip meeting

The day before departure on the 6-day tour, a mandatory pre-trip briefing is scheduled at 6:00 pm at your Hotel in Cusco. You will meet with your guide, who will provide you with detailed information about your trek, a list of what you need to bring, rental equipment, or general questions.

How can I access Huaynapicchu or Machupicchu mountain?
To climb one of the two mountains, you must purchase the entrance ticket in advance. Huaynapicchu has an additional cost of 60 USD per person, and it is recommended to book tickets at least 3 months in advance. If you wish to book the entrance ticket for Huaynapicchu, please contact our reservations team, or you can also book on the official website of the Ministry of Culture at: https://www.machupicchu.gob.pe/. Please note that sometimes the website does not work, and sometimes it might be complicated to buy your ticket online.

Will there be lodging or camping?
The 4 nights will be hotels with breakfast included.

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