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Tours & Experiences in Cusco-Machu Picchu
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Anthropologist-Led Horseback: Moon Temple & Mysticism (Max 5)
Led by a professional anthropologist, this is a deep immersion into the Andean soul. With a strict limit of 5 guests, we bypass crowds to access the 'Mystical Heart' of Cusco and its sacred Inka temples through ancient cosmovision and my family heritage.
The Journey
Expert Insight: Explore the Temple of the Moon and hidden gems with an anthropologist's depth.
Ancestral Wisdom: Learn authentic Inka cosmovision and the secrets of the 'Llamado del Ánima'.
No Crowds: We time our visits to ensure a quiet, sacred atmosphere at every site.
Comfort & Safety
Max 5 Guests: Guaranteed intimacy and personalized attention.
Horse Connection: Mindful instructions for all levels (Trot/Canter available).
Door-to-Door: Includes stress-free drop-off at your accommodation nearby city center.
Local Support
Insider Tips: Message me for expert advice on altitude and hidden local spots.
Free cancellation
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Food and Culture Full day Tour in the Sacred Valley
The story of food is the story of the people.
Explore the unique and authentic street food and traditional quisine of the Sacred Valley.
Food can tell many stories… cultural, social, economic, and sometimes also emotional and spiritual.
Our tour invites you to take an in-depth look at the relationship between food and the people, through an experiential encounter with the typical street food and traditional quisine of the Sacred Valley of Peru.
The tour begins with a morning of tasting in the charming market area of the town of Urubamba. We will then take a tour to the magical Inca town of Ollantaytambo. Then we drive up the breathtaking mountains of the Andes to visit an indigenous Peruvian family and enjoy a traditional festive lunch. In the evening we will return to Urubamba, to finish the day with a local dessert.
So come with me and dive into an exiting, authentic and delicious experience. Lets go get something to eat!
Free cancellation
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Inca Jungle Trek to Machu Picchu 2026: Bike, Raft, Zipline & Hike
Experience an unforgettable 4-Day Inca Jungle Adventure to Machu Picchu from Cusco! Combine adrenaline, nature, and culture as you bike from Abra Málaga, hike through cloud forest and jungle trails, and explore hidden Inca paths.
Enjoy optional activities like white-water rafting and ziplining, relax in the hot springs of Santa Teresa, and end your journey with a guided tour of the incredible Machu Picchu.
Travel in small groups with expert guides, comfortable accommodations, and return train options included—perfect for adventurous travelers seeking more than a traditional trek!
Highlights:
• Downhill biking from Abra Málaga
• Optional rafting and zipline adventure
• Trek through jungle trails and hidden Inca routes
• Visit the hot springs in Santa Teresa
• Guided tour of Machu Picchu
• Return by train available
• Small-group experience with expert guides
Free cancellation
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The Textile Workshop Experience in Cusco Region
This immersive experience allows you to participate actively in every stage of the creation of Peruvian textiles, world famous. You will examine the texture of the wool, clean the fibers and dye them with natural pigments such as plants, insects and minerals. Then talented craftsmen will teach you a knitting technique so you can create your own vibrantly colored bracelet. Complete the experience with a delicious traditional Andean lunch and a fun encounter with friendly alpacas and llamas. Excellent photo opportunities! You can also buy high quality textiles and fun souvenirs in our spacious boutique. Immerse yourself in Peruvian culture in just half a day at ANDEAN COLORS, an excellent option to complement your itinerary.
Free cancellation
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Sacred Valley Full-Day Tour:Chinchero,Maras,Moray & Ollantaytambo
Your journey begins at the Andean Colors Textile Center, where local weavers demonstrate traditional dyeing and weaving techniques passed down for generations. This cultural stop offers insight into the artistry of Andean textiles and the chance to appreciate (and purchase) beautiful handmade pieces.
Continue to the fascinating circular terraces of Moray, an Inca agricultural laboratory where different microclimates were used to experiment with crops. Nearby, visit the salt mines of Maras, a spectacular patchwork of salt pools cascading down the mountainside, still harvested by local families today.
After lunch in the Sacred Valley, travel to Ollantaytambo, one of the best-preserved Inca towns. Explore its impressive fortress, temples, and terraces while walking through cobblestone streets that have been continuously inhabited since Inca times.
This full-day tour blends history, culture, and breathtaking scenery, offering a rich glimpse into the heart of the Sacred Valley.
Free cancellation
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4-Day Machu Picchu , Sacred Valley and Cusco-Private Guided Tour
This tour highlights some of the best spots in the Sacred Valley before taking the train to Aguas Calientes where we will spend the night and take you on a private sunrise tour of Machu Picchu the next day. There is an option to add additional days to visit a local farm and other amazing sites in the Sacred Valley as well as doing a city tour of Cusco.
No trip to Cusco and the Sacred Valley is complete without a visit to Machu Picchu and we will make sure that your journey is unique, memorable, and perfect. Your guide will stay with your for the entire tour providing you with a wealth of information and history about this incredible site. We will book your hotel in the Sacred Valley because the altitude here is lower than in Cusco and you will have an easier time acclimating and can better enjoy your time at Machu Picchu.
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Machu Picchu Full Day Tour
Our tour is unique because we offer personalized and semi-private tours for a better experience with our photographic and bilingual guides.
Our tourists leave their good reviews on tripadvisor and we have a quick response to reservations
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Half Day Private Tour Machu Picchu Cusco Peru
READ DISCLAIMER BELOW REGARDING SHORT NOTICE (less than 2 months) and HIGH SEASON BOOKINGS BELOW
For bookings of 1 person, you may be in a group of a maximum of 4 people. All bookings of 2 or more will have their own private guide.
DISCLAIMER: Online tickets typically sell out months in advance but the Cultural Office in Aguas Calientes reserves 1000 tickets per day for in-person purchase. If online tickets are sold out, you will need to arrive very early in the morning the day BEFORE your tour to present your passport to reserve your ticket IN-PERSON. It is possible the ministry of culture will require arriving 2 days in advanced depending on how busy it is. Our team is in Aguas Calientes monitoring the situation and we will advise you on when you should arrive. We will keep you informed on your booking in case you need to change any hotel or train tickets. Your guide will meet you in Aguas Calientes and help you with this process.
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Short Inca trail to MachuPicchu || 2days - 1nigth ||
Meals: Breakfast
Considered: Easy
Weather: Warm and humid
Maximum altitude: 2,490 m.a.s.l.
Minimum altitude: 2,040 m.a.s.l.
Get pictures of Machu Picchu without crowds
Bus to Aguas Calientes
Night in a hotel with hot shower included
Meals: packed lunch, Dinner
Walking distance: 15 km / 6 miles, 7-8 hours total
Weather: Hot and humid
Trek starting point: 2000 m.a.s.l.
Highest point is Sun Gate: 2720 m.a.s.l.
Machu Picchu elevation: 2400 m.a.s.l.
Considered: Moderate
Please note that this tour must be booked 2 to 3 months in advance. Availability of Machu Picchu entrance tickets for the desired date must be verified. We will check the availability and confirm whether the tickets can be purchased through the Ministry of Culture. al español
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2 Day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu (Small groups)
Our 2 day Inca Trail tour to Machu Picchu is the shorter and easier way to experience the highlights of the Classic 4-day Inca Trail. On this trail you will be experiencing different microclimates as you will be descending from Andes to the cloud forest.
The route is dotted with several Inca ruins including the iconic Wiñay Wayna. You will be entering the citadel of Incas, Machu Picchu through the Sun Gate as those on the Classical Inca Trail to Machu Picchu.
The trail is ideal for families with small children as you won’t be hiking through any high altitudes or will be camping. The highest point of the 2 day Inca Trail Tour is 2650 metres above sea level.
We will be accommodating you in a comfortable ensuite hotel room in Aguas Calientes town. The following day on your half day trip to Machu Picchu citadel, our guide will be walking you through the prime attractions of the citadel.
Free cancellation
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Sacred Valley Textile Workshop – Dyeing & Weaving in Cusco
You don't watch. You create.
This isn't a demonstration — it's full immersion. Dye your own yarn using ancestral plant-based techniques. Weave your own textile on a traditional backstrap loom. Leave with something you made, not something you bought.
Learn from the best.
Ruth Pimentel is Peru's only Indigenous master weaver awarded by UNESCO. You'll work alongside her and her family — the real guardians of this living tradition.
The only experience of its kind in Cusco.
No other tour offers this level of hands-on access with an UNESCO-honored weaver. This is as authentic as it gets.
Trusted at the highest level.
We were honored to host Jean-Bernard Münch, President of the Swiss Commission for UNESCO, who experienced this workshop firsthand.
Travel with purpose.
Every visit directly supports local artisans and reinforces the value of their ancestral craft. Your participation helps keep this tradition alive.
Free cancellation
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Machupicchu and Cusco Tour 7 days
This 9-day tour of Lima, Ica, Cusco and Puno takes you to explore the best of Peru in one trip.
This adventure is the perfect combination of history, nature and culture, all with impeccable logistics. With expert guides, organized transfers and carefully selected experiences, you will only have to enjoy and be surprised by the magic of Peru. An unforgettable journey from start to finish!
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Full Day Private Tour of Machu Picchu from Cusco
What to expect?
Visit a world wonder such as Machupicchu.
Explore the main enclosures of the citadel: Guardian house, circular tower, sundial, the temple of the condor, the temple of the 3 windows, intihuatana, and others.
Take advantage of the mystical energy of this sanctuary to reach a personal renewal.
Enjoy the beautiful panorama along the train ride.
Find out more about the endless history of this citadel above the Andean clouds.
Our Machu Picchu day trips feature private tours.
Free cancellation
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2-Day Trek to Rainbow Mountain from Cusco with Exclusive Mountain Camps
*Small Group Experience* (max 8 trekkers) This 2-day trek will take you and a small-group to Rainbow Mountain Peru, also known as Vinicunca, which is a undiscovered land full of wildly desert landscapes, snow capped glaciated peaks, herds of alpaca, and pristine beauty. Enjoy freshly prepared meals by our chef on the trail, and views that you can't get anywhere else. Our special route will take you front and center of the massive Ausangate glacier with pristine lakes below. This is a must do!
The mountains of Peru will leave you with an unforgettable experience, as you are lead into the Peruvian Andes by your local guide. During this trip you will enjoy an amazing night amongst some of the brightest stars you will ever see and a milky way so colorful it will leave you stunned. Our new route which includes a part of the Ausangate Circuit will truly take you off the beaten track; an adventure that will take your breath away constantly.
Order of tours can vary based on availability
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Machupicchu Full Day In Private Service
This outdoor activity is a good option for the family, for lovers of history and culture, for any age group and also for those who like to take pictures, since during the development of the activity, you can enjoy the Andean landscapes that the route will offer and the spectacular views that Machupicchu offers, accompanied by a professional guide who will explain the important precincts of the Inca sanctuary.
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Inca Trail to Machu Picchu 1 Day
This is a unique opportunity for those who may not have as much time to hike the full Inca Trail. This trek combines highlights from the original Inca Trail with some of the most beautiful Inca ruins nestled in the dense vegetation of the cloud forest. This is the only tour that allows you to arrive hiking to Machu Picchu to experience the sunset.
Why book with us?
• Travel with an authentic Local Tour Operator
• Hike the last part of the Classic Inca Trail
• Arrive to Machu Picchu through the Sun gate
• Explora Machu Picchu Circuit 1
• Visit Inca Sites at exclusive hours
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Humantay Lake Full Day Hike
Hike to find the great view from Humantay lake which is magical as you can see a lush green andean valley, the Humantay glacier, as well as Salkantay mountain in the distance.
This program invites you to know the Humantay Lake in a full day trip with a short hike accompanied by an impressive landscape of Mountains.
Free cancellation
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Cusco Sacred Valley and Machupicchu 4 Days
Duration : 4 Days and 3 Nights
Departures : Daily departures EXCEPT THURSDAYS
Activities : Guided tours: half day visits to Cuzco, The Cathedral, The Koricancha, nearby ruins, Puca Pucara, Kenko, Tambomachay and Sacsaywaman. A full day visit to the Incas Sacred Valley,pisaq market, Ollantaytambo ruins, lunch included. A full day visit to Machu Picchu, return train ride Vistadome service (the best) to Machu Picchu
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Sacred Valley Zipline: Pickup from Cusco, Urubamba or Ollanta
The Ultimate Adrenaline Complement:
Experience a 100% adrenaline-packed adventure that adds an exciting twist to your Cusco or Machu Picchu trip. It is the ideal half-day activity to easily complement your daily sightseeing or cultural tours without losing time.
100% Direct & Authorized Operator: We are the only direct adventure operator in Racchi / Chinchero fully certified by regional authorities (GERCETUR). We hold official permits for all 3 activities : the 4-line zipline circuit, Tibetan hanging bridge, and extreme drop swing.
Certified Safety Standards: You book directly with the certified equipment owners and local professional guides. We guarantee top-tier international safety standards, full legal compliance, and zero intermediaries.
Free cancellation
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4 Day Inca Trail Trek to Machu Picchu Multi day tour
The Inca Trail 4-day trek is a famous hiking route in Peru that leads to the ancient Inca citadel of Machu Picchu. The trail covers approximately 42 kilometers (26 miles) and takes four days to complete. The trek passes through different terrains, including high-altitude mountains, cloud forests, and subtropical jungles.
The journey begins on km 82 and follows an ancient Inca road, passing through several archaeological sites, including the ruins of Llactapata, Runkurakay, Sayacmarca, Phuyupatamarca, and Wiñaywana. Along the trail, hikers can enjoy breathtaking views of the Andes Mountains and the surrounding valleys.
During the trek, hikers will climb to the highest point of the trail, known as Dead Woman's Pass, which reaches an altitude of 4,215 meters (13,828 feet). On the final day of the trek, hikers walk to the Sun Gate, the entrance to the Machu Picchu Inca citadel, which offers breathtaking panoramic views of the site and surrounding mountains.
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Cooking Class: Lomo Saltado, Papa Huancaina, Pisco Sour in Cusco
Our Cooking experience starts at ou Cooking Studio, a traditional house from 1930.
We start our experience preparing the most delicious cocktails with fresh fruits (bought in the local market we visited) and Pisco.
You will cook: Lomo Saltado.
You will Cook: Papa a la Huancaina
You will make Pisco Sour
You will eat the traditional Peruvian Dessert: PICARONES
Our class is full hands on and you will take part in all the preparation.
After the class we will also send you the recepies, so then you can enjoy it with your family and friends.
Notice:
The cooking experiences in Cusco are in the afternoon.
* In the morning from 12:00 to 14:45 Approx
* In the afternoon from 17:30 to 19:45 Approx
Our dishes are easy to be converted into vegetarian.
To know your food requirements is very important.
Free cancellation
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Huayna Picchu and Machu Picchu from Cusco Full day
Dare to live this adventure! Visit Huayna Picchu and Machu Picchu on a full day where you can enjoy a tour on the tourist train crossing the cloud forest to reach Aguas Calientes and then take the bus that will take us to visit one of the 7 wonders of the modern world.
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Classic Inca Trail 4 Days to Machu Picchu
The Inca Trail is the most popular way to discover Machu Picchu and is often booked months in advance. Guarantee your place by booking in advance a 4-day trek from Cusco, which includes all meals, tickets and transfers. On this tour, you will be one of the first to see the wonder of the ancient world in the morning, before the site is invaded by crowds.
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Machu Picchu Mystical Tour Cusco - Peru
Machu Picchu economy tour 2 days 1 night
The excursion of Machu Picchu by Car 2 days 1 night is an alternate route, also known as the “Amazon Route” that will lead you to the town of Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu to know the Wonder of the World, allowing you to have a more intimate approach with nature, see a beautiful panorama full of landscapes and snow-capped mountains like Chicon, Salkantay and Veronica that are sample of our Peruvian Andean highlands with paved and rustic roads, with natural people of the area.
Enjoy the fantastic experience of a hike surrounded by wild flora and fauna, where we will also appreciate the Mandor Gardens along the way
Free cancellation
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Essential Machu Picchu Full Day Tour
Discover one of the most impressive places in the world: Machu Picchu. With your tour, you will explore this world wonder in one day, surrounded by unique landscapes and ancestral energy. With an expert guide, you will learn the secrets of the Inca citadel and have time to enjoy its beauty and take amazing pictures.
It's not just a destination, it's a life-changing experience.
Book now and live the adventure you always dreamed of.
Free cancellation
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Private Cusco City Tour with Sacsayhuaman & Inca Sites
This private half-day tour is the easiest way to see the best of Cusco in comfort. Explore the historic center with your own local guide, visiting the Plaza de Armas, the 12 Angled Stone, Loreto Street, and Koricancha, where colonial buildings rise over original Inca walls.
Next, travel by modern private vehicle to the main Inca sites above the city: Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Puca Pucara, Tambomachay, plus a stop at Cristo Blanco for stunning views over Cusco.
Highlights of the Private Cusco City Tour
• Private half-day tour with exclusive local guide
• Flexible start: morning or afternoon
• Plaza de Armas, 12 Angled Stone, Loreto Street, Koricancha
• Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Puca Pucara, Tambomachay
• Stop at Cristo Blanco viewpoint for panoramic city views
Free cancellation
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Machupicchu Exclusive Experience
Inca Soul Experiences, organize tours, treks, and packages in private small tours, if you request we can also do only for your family or group of friends.
We customize all our experiences beased on your needs and preferences.
We only need 2 people to go anydate and anywhere you want to go!
We are following all the protocols for the Covid-19.
Support local people and embrace our goals.
Best experience guaranteed!!!
Free cancellation
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2-Day Sacred Valley Machu Picchu by Train with Llama Experience
This experience includes a visit to the South American camelid rescue center, a tour of the sacred valley, a trip to Aguas Calientes, a night of rest and the next day delight in the incredible amount of natural and historical beauty of one of the 7 Wonders of the world. World and its surroundings, this tour allows you a more relaxed excursion compared to a single day excursion. Ideal for first-time visitors, planning ahead is recommended.
Free cancellation
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6-Day Machu Picchu Express Private Tour
To add an extra length of time in Cusco means for us to recommend you joining a Machu Picchu Express 6 Days. An Express 6 days tour in Cusco shows you the best places for your enjoyment. The Machu Picchu Express tour will begin at the moment of your arrival in Cusco city, follow by a train journey to the Sacred Valleys. Having an amazing train journey on carriers fitted with wide windows will add up memorable moments of this trip . The Machu Picchu Express 6 days give you the options to travel Maras & Moray. Maras a natural salt mine on the outside terrain grounds and Moray an ingenious terraces in the form of circles similar of a Roman colosseum in which the Incas seems to experiment on growing different types of seeds.
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Day trip to Machu Picchu from Cusco
Our service meets the highest quality standards to satisfy the needs of our visitors to Machupicchu, we offer quality service with experienced professionals for the total satisfaction of our tourists who wish to visit our World Wonder of Machupicchu where they can be surrounded by quite natural flora. and fauna during the tour.
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When to Visit Cusco-Machu Picchu
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