Things to do in Machu Picchu, Cusco Region: The Best Archaeology Tours

May 20, 2022 Venice Greaves

It's no wonder Machu Picchu is Peru's most-visited site. Dating to the mid-1400s, it's a marvel of mortar-free limestone architecture perched on a high plateau deep in the Amazonian jungle. Get there via train from Cusco or, if you're not faint-hearted, make the trip on foot via a multi-day hiking trail—you'll travel through deep Andean gullies and enjoy stunning views.
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1. 6-Day -All Included-Cusco-MachuPichu-Rainbow Mountain&Humantay Lake ||Private||

Chullos Travel Peru
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These days you will visit the most important places of Cusco such as: City tour Cusco, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu that is a wonder of the world, Rainbow Mountain and Humantay Lake

Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Private transportation, Private Guide, pick up from airport to hotel, hotel 3 stars, train tickets, transport hotel yo airport, All entrances

Exclusions: meals not mentioned

Reviewed By 318mar_aguadalupej

I loved the Rainbow Mountain tour. Good food, beautiful places, easy than we expected, I loved it, I would do it again !.

2. 8 Days Best of The Inca Empire from Lima

Jorge Chavez International Airport, Av. Elmer Faucett s/n, Callao 07031, Peru Viajes Pacifico
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The Inca Empire right at our feet. Visit the most representative and astonishing sites of each place we visit. A memorable selection of the main attractions offered by Cusco and Lima.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, All transfers from/to airports, hotels, railway and bus station., All tours & excursions included in the itinerary, 7 nights accommodation according with the itinerary and hotel class options., All entrance fees in each tour & excursion included

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities, Airfare: Lima - Cusco - Lima

Reviewed By LuizDutraNeto

Visiting Lima is always a rewarding experience! We booked an early evening visit to the awesome "Huaca Pucllana" inca ruins, rather impressive with the scenic lights on. Right after the visit, reservations were made at "Huaca Pucllana Dining Experience", a restaurant by the acclaimed Chef Marilú Madueño! No need to say we got a table almost in front of the main pyramid! What a feeling! We had a fantastic dinner, with courteous and kind service, a nice wine and Chef Marilú Madueño outstanding cuisine - Italian flavors and Peruvian touches. We loved the experience! Bon Appétit!

3. 1-day Machu Picchu Tour

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The citadel of Machu picchu a masterpiece of Civil Engineering and Architecture of the Inca Empire, built in the heart of the Andes of the center and Amazon rainforest under the protection of the sacred mountains Huayna Picchu and Machu Picchu.

Inclusions: Lunch, Guided tour of Machu Picchu, Local guide who speaks English or Spanish, Pick-up and pick-up at the hotel, Private transfer to Ollantaytambo train station., Viaje de ida y vuelta en autobús a Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu - Aguas Calientes, Round trip on the Expedition Train to Ollantaytambo - Aguas Calientes - Ollantaytambo, Impuestos municipales

Exclusions: Optional hike to Huayna Picchu: 15 USD (per person)

Reviewed By jessicacH8240VA

We had a great day, without rain !! We did the short trail, it was a tough climb but it was worth the effort, the Laguna is very beautiful and the view you have from the highest point is spectacular, it is very cold and the height of the place if you feel when you walk The best thing is to drink a coca tea to avoid altitude sickness. If you don't want to walk, you can rent a horse, although you have to do the last section on foot anyway. The tour with South America Exploor is highly recommended !!

4. Huaynapicchu And Machupicchu 2 Days 1 Night

Incas Advisor Travel Peru
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the huaynapicchu mountain offers one of the best views of the place a completely extreme adventure only for the most adventurous travelers who like the extreme walk history culture and the best views of machupicchu

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, ENTRANCE TO HUAYNAPICCHU, TRAIN TICKETS , TOUR GUIDE IN MACHUPICCHU PLACE

Exclusions: TIPS AND LUNCH AND DINNER

Reviewed By yersinf2020

Beautiful landscapes between the Cusco's mountains and jungle in the way to Machu Picchu. If you like to trek I really recommended this tour and this agency, all was excellent!! Thank you Incas Advisor! ????

5. 4-Day: Machupicchu & Rainbow Mountain ||Private Service||

Chullos Travel Peru
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These days you will visit the most important places of Cusco such as: City tour Cusco, Rainbow Mountain and Machu Picchu that is a wonder of the world.

Inclusions: all entrances, lunch x2, breakfast x1, Air-conditioned vehicle, private tour guide, Private transportation, pick up from airport, train tickets

Exclusions: hotel, meals not mentioned

Reviewed By 318mar_aguadalupej

I loved the Rainbow Mountain tour. Good food, beautiful places, easy than we expected, I loved it, I would do it again !.

6. 2-Day Inca Trail To Machu Picchu

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The Short Inca Trail Trek to Machu Picchu is a spectacular hike with beautiful scenery, a wide variety of flora and fauna with fantastic panoramas of the Andes mountains on the way to the lost citadel of the Incas. See our short Inca path reviews on TripAdvisor, ask for Inka tours permits and check the best inca trail tours → Let’s take a great adventure before arriving Machu Picchu; with our group service and enjoying at the same time a light hike through many archaeological sites. Arrive to Sun’s Gate (Inti Punku), prepare yourself to be amazed with the best panoramic view of the wonder of the world - Machu Picchu-

Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Return transportation by train and bus to Cusco, Inca Trail and Machu Picchu tickets

Exclusions: Entrance to Huayna Picchu Mountain and Machu Picchu Montaña, Breakfast on Day 1, lunch and dinner on Day 2, Tips for your Inca Trail Guide, Travel Insurance, you are strongly recommended to take out travel insurance for the hike.

Reviewed By ajccardona6190

I made a serious error when booking this tour. I had my days mixed up and was not able to do my full day tour as I arrived in cusco at noon. Happy Gringro could have just kept my payment and not honored my trip as it was my error in booking. They actually called me and made arrangements to Make a modified personal tour for me and my wife later the same day. That is customer service at its best. I had the error they had no obligation to help and they did. I strongly recommend this group. Marco was very knowledgeable .

7. Tour Machu Picchu Including Huaynapicchu Mountain in 2 Days From Cusco

Huayna Picchu
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Depart from Cusco to visit the ancient Inca citadel of Machu Picchu and Huaynapicchu Mountain, on this two day excursion with overnight accommodation. Choose whether to stay in a hostel or a 3-Star hotel. Travel by train through the rain forest and by bus up into the mountains.

Inclusions: Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Round trip transportation, with hotel pick-up and drop off in Cusco, Entrance fee to Machu Picchu and Huaynapicchu Mountain, Professional, English-speaking guide, Accommodation in Aguas Calientes (see the accommodation options)

Exclusions: Guide in the Mountain of Huaynapicchu

Reviewed By 969juanluisr

as previously described the en cusco experience was phenomenal, a special thanks to the yupitravelcusco representative who is michael flores, excellent tour guide, we will definitely return

8. Inca Trail To Machu Picchu - Small Group - 2 Days Tour

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DAY 01: 5:00 A.M. Pick up from the hotel 5:15 A.M. Departure by car from Cusco - Train station (Ollantaytambo) 7:20 A.M. Travel by train to Km 104 8:20 A.M. Walk of Km 104 - Wiñayhuayna 11:45 A.M. Rest, Visit and Lunch 2:00 P.M. Walk to Machu Picchu 4:30 P.M. Descent by bus to Aguas Calientes 25 min. 6:30 P.M. Dinner and overnight. DAY 02: 5:00 A.M. Breakfast 5:30 A.M. Go up by bus to Machu Picchu 25 minutes approx. 6:00 Sunrise at Machu Picchu. 7:00 A.M. Guided tour in Machu Picchu 2 hrs. approx. Free time to visit on your own. 1:30 P.M. Return to Aguas Calientes. 4:12 P.M. Return by train to Ollantaytambo 5:50 P.M. Transfer by car, Ollantaytambo - Cusco 8:00 P.M. Arrival in Cusco and transfer to the hotel

Inclusions: 1 night hotel in Aguas Calientes (hab. Double)., Pick up from hotel in Cusco., First aid kit, oxygen bottle, Entrance to the Inca Trail and Machu Picchu., Food (1 breakfast, 1 lunch, 1 dinner)., Transfer to the hotel., Transfers from hotel to the train station., Professional bilingual tour guide (English-Spanish), Train ticket Ollanta to Km. 104, Train ticket from Aguas Calientes - Ollantaytambo., Transportation Ollantaytambo - Cusco.

Exclusions: Visit the thermal baths in the village of "Aguas Calientes". , Bus ticket Machu Picchu - Aguas Calientes (outward / return).

Reviewed By jessicacH8240VA

We had a great day, without rain !! We did the short trail, it was a tough climb but it was worth the effort, the Laguna is very beautiful and the view you have from the highest point is spectacular, it is very cold and the height of the place if you feel when you walk The best thing is to drink a coca tea to avoid altitude sickness. If you don't want to walk, you can rent a horse, although you have to do the last section on foot anyway. The tour with South America Exploor is highly recommended !!

9. Private Full-Day Tour To Machu Picchu with Lunch

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Visit one of the seven wonders of the world with a unique service and a local Tour guide 100 % expert and with very good English domain, Enjoy the magic, the landscape, food, people and the great history of this place. This experience is private and personalized with lunch included, so you can make a dream come true.

Inclusions: Private guided tour in Machu Picchu (from 2 to 2:30 hrs), Local English- or Spanish-speaking guide, Lunch (appetizer and main course)., Private transfer to Ollantaytambo Train Station (Round Trip), Hotel pickup and drop-off. Note: Some hotels are in areas where the access by vehicle is not permitted. Send hotel details in order to arrange your pickup and drop-off in a nearby place if necessary., Conssetur Bus for go up and down to Machu Picchu

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified

Reviewed By gaving1234

This was a fantastic tour led by a guide named Eddie. Eddie was incredible! He was very knowledgeable, his English was fantastic, and he really made sure everyone could go at a pace they wanted to. We took our time, took many photos, and really enjoyed the experience.

10. Machu Picchu Day Trip from Cusco

Happy Gringo Tours
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Our Day trip to Machu Picchu from Cusco is a wonderful way to see one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Happy Gringo offers you your best opportunity to see this marvel of South America and of the whole world. Machu Picchu Day Trip enables you to experience the spectacular Citadel of Machu Picchu in just one day with a local tour guide. On our comfort service Machu Picchu Day Trip from Cusco you’ll see the breathtaking Cloud City of MachuPicchu with roundtrip train tickets from Cusco. Also, you will have a guided tour of the citadel and enjoy a delicious complementary lunch on your own at Machu Picchu Pueblo. This Machu Picchu Inca Sanctuary Day Trip lasts for 14 hours; everyday our Machu Picchu one day tour leaves at 7:45 am. When we take you to catch the Expedition train. Return to the city of Cusco is at 19:00 pm on the Number 504 Expedition train.

Inclusions: Transport Cusco - Ollantaytambo - Cusco, Round-trip train tickets, Local English- or Spanish-speaking guide, Guided tour of Machu Picchu, Bus ticket from Aguas Calientes to the citadel of Machu Picchu, Machu Picchu Entrance fee

Exclusions: Gratitudes, Meals

Reviewed By ajccardona6190

I made a serious error when booking this tour. I had my days mixed up and was not able to do my full day tour as I arrived in cusco at noon. Happy Gringro could have just kept my payment and not honored my trip as it was my error in booking. They actually called me and made arrangements to Make a modified personal tour for me and my wife later the same day. That is customer service at its best. I had the error they had no obligation to help and they did. I strongly recommend this group. Marco was very knowledgeable .

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