Lima – Paracas – Huacachina – Cusco – Sacred Valley – Machu Picchu – Rainbow Mountain Package – 7 days

7 Days |

6 Nigths

General description

Exploring Lima, Paracas, Huacachina, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Cusco City, and Rainbow Mountain – 7 Days

On this 7-day tour, you will explore the essential places of Lima, the City of Kings, the beautiful areas of Paracas and Huacachina, and Cusco, the marvelous Inca capital with its mysterious and magical buildings. You will experience magical sites such as Sacsayhuamán, Chinchero, Pisac ruins, and Ollantaytambo.

The tour continues through the Sacred Valley and then connects to the lost city of the Incas, Machu Picchu, which you will explore on a guided tour. Finally, to complete your trip in Cusco, you will hike to the popular Rainbow Mountain.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 01: International Arrival in Lima

Upon arrival in Lima, our representative will be waiting for you with a sign with your name clearly marked. You will be greeted and transferred to your hotel in our private transport. The journey from the airport to the hotel will take approximately 1 hour. Then, you will do the City Tour: Lima Colonial & Contemporary.

At the appropriate time, the guide will pick you up at your hotel and lead you on a guided tour called The Essential Lima. You will visit “The City of Kings,” including the outstanding architectural sites of the main square, where the Government Palace, City Hall, the Cathedral, and the Archbishop’s Palace are located.

The tour will continue with a visit to the San Francisco Convent, an architectonic jewel dating back to the 16th century. On our way to the modern area of the city, we will cross the exclusive district of San Isidro, the new financial center of the city. Our tour will finish in Miraflores, where you will visit the “Parque del Amor” (Love Park), an excellent place to take in the beautiful scenery and fresh air of the sea. At the end of the tour, we will drive back to your hotel.

• Hotel in Lima: Tierra Viva Hotel or similar category

Day 02: Lima city Paracas National reserve Huacachina (shared service)

We will pick you up from your hotel in Lima at 6:00 am, and we will drive to Paracas in private transportation. We will arrive at the Chaco Wharf, where we will take a boat to visit the Paracas National Reserve. During the excursion, we will stop to see the amazing Candelabra figure drawn on the hillside of Paracas. Nobody knows for sure who created this figure; some theories suggest that pirates may have drawn it as an orientation point. Our guide will share more information about this mystery.

Afterwards, we will reach the Ballestas Islands, where you will enjoy the local sea fauna. We will go around the islands, passing through big caves and natural rock formations that are home to pelicans, Humboldt penguins, seals, and dolphins.

Then, you will continue the tour in our private transportation, which will take you to the Huacachina Lagoon, a natural oasis in the middle of the desert surrounded by beautiful palm trees. Here, you can enjoy the landscape, go sandboarding, or ride a dune buggy through the desert. At the end of the tour, you will return to Lima City.

• Meals provided: Breakfast
• Hotel in Lima: Tierra Viva Hotel or Similar Category

Day 03: Arrival to Cusco

We will pick you up at the Cusco airport and take you to your hotel. You will have some time to settle in, and then we will return at 1:00 pm to start the Cusco City Tour.

We will begin the tour at the most important temple of the Inca Empire, the Sun Temple (Qoricancha). Here, you can observe detailed and intact architecture, and within the temple, you will see smaller temples dedicated to the moon, rainbow, stars, lightning, and thunder. Today, the Santo Domingo Church stands on top of the temple.

From there, we will go to an important religious site called Sacsayhuamán, which features immense stones. Although the site was religious, the Spanish considered it a military fortress because of its location and the way it was built.

Next, we will visit Qenqo, a site built in a natural rock formation representing the Andean constellations and the concept of the three worlds, each symbolized by sacred animals: the condor, puma, and snake.

After that, we will travel to Puka Pukara, which was a shelter for travelers coming to Cusco from the Amazon. It was also a military center used to protect the nearby temple located at Tambomachay.

Our last stop is Tambomachay, known as the Temple of Water, where the Incas practiced religious traditions tied to water to rejuvenate the land. This tradition is famously known as the Fountain of Eternal Youth.

From there, we will return to the city and drop you off at your hotel at around 6:00 pm.

Meals provided: None
Hotel in Cusco: Siete Ventanas or similar category

Day 04: Sacred Valley Tour to Aguas Calientes

We will pick you up at your hotel at 8:00 am for the Sacred Valley tour. Our first stop is one of the most important archaeological sites in the region, Pisaq, where you will see Inca burial grounds, ancient irrigation systems, and astronomical centers. We will visit the ruins and terraces for about an hour.

After exploring the ruins, we will descend to the town of Pisaq. Here, we will first stop at a local silver factory to see a demonstration of how they process and create beautiful jewelry. Next, we will walk through the cobblestone streets to the plaza, where locals sell produce and souvenirs. You will have some free time to browse and shop.

After finishing our visit in Pisaq, we will drive to the town of Urubamba for a buffet lunch featuring both delicious Peruvian and Western cuisine. From there, we will head to Ollantaytambo, where we will visit the ruins built on terraces with massive stones at the top. This site was an important religious and astronomical center and was also used as a military fortress during one of the largest battles the Incas fought against the Spanish.

After a short evening snack in Ollantaytambo, we will take the train to Aguas Calientes. Upon arrival, we will transfer you to your hotel around 9:00 pm, giving you the rest of the night to relax or explore the town.

Hotel in Aguas Calientes: Terrazas del Inca or similar category

Day 05: Machu Picchu

After an early breakfast at your hotel, you will meet your guide and take a 25-minute bus ride up to Machu Picchu. You will enjoy a 3-hour guided tour, exploring important sites including temples, plazas, terraces, and canals. Please note that some temples are open only at specific times.

After the tour, you will take the bus back down to Aguas Calientes, and in the afternoon, return by train to Ollantaytambo and then by bus to Cusco, where you will be dropped off at your hotel.

Hotel in Cusco: Siete Ventanas or similar category

Day 06: Rainbow Mountain

We will pick you up from your hotel in Cusco at around 4:30 am and drive approximately 3 hours south of Cusco. Along the way, we will stop at a local restaurant for breakfast, then continue along a mountain road passing through traditional villages and fertile valleys. On clear days, you will have spectacular views of Ausangate Mountain, the tallest peak in the Cusco Province at 6,384 meters (20,945 feet).

The hike begins at 4,350 meters (14,271 feet) and takes about 1.5 hours to reach the top of Rainbow Mountain. Although the trail is short and gradual, we will hike slowly due to the altitude, enjoying the scenery and spotting herds of llamas and alpacas along the way.

At the summit, at 4,980 meters (16,338 feet), you will witness the incredible red, orange, yellow, green, and purple colors of the mountain, caused by the minerals in the soil. You will have the option to hike an additional 50 meters (164 feet) for perfect photo opportunities.

After enjoying the views, we will begin the descent, reaching our vehicle in about 1 hour. On the way back, we will stop for a buffet lunch at a local restaurant. We will return to Cusco and drop you off at your hotel at approximately 4:00 pm.

Day 07: Departure

We will pick you up from your hotel in Cusco and take you to the airport for your departure flight.

Included

Transfer from Lima airport to the hotel and city tour in Lima, including entrance tickets (food not included).
Tour from Lima to Paracas and Huacachina in a private vehicle. The Ballestas Islands tour will be in a shared group, including ATV rides, sandboarding, and entrance tickets (food not included).
Food: Lunch included in the Sacred Valley and Rainbow Mountain (other meals not included).
Guide: Local guide in Lima; guides will accompany you in Cusco, the Sacred Valley, and Machu Picchu. All guides are licensed and speak fluent English and Spanish.
Transportation: Private transportation to and from the airport and tour destinations. Round-trip train tickets on the Expedition service from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes and back to Cusco. Round-trip bus tickets to Machu Picchu and back to Aguas Calientes are included.
Entrance Fees: Entrance to Machu Picchu, full tourist passes to all major archaeological and historic sites in Cusco, the Sacred Valley, and Rainbow Mountain.
Accommodations: 2 nights in Lima, 1 night in Aguas Calientes (Waynapata B&B), 3 nights in Cusco. All hotels subject to availability.

Not Included

Breakfast (provided by your hotels).
Any other meals not specified above.
Hotel upgrades (optional; see options separately).

Recommendations

Original passport
Backpack to carry your things
Good sneakers or light hiking boots
Bathing suit (if you would like to enjoy the hot springs in Aguas Calientes)
Camera
Rain gear (especially if traveling in the wet season, from October to March)
Comfortable clothes
Bug repellent
Money to buy souvenirs
Sunscreen and sunglasses
Tip for your guide (optional)

Prices

Price

2 persons: 1350 USD per person
3 persons: 1320 USD per person
4 persons: 1290 USD per person
5 persons: 1260 USD per person

Additional Options

Huayna Picchu: If you are interested in climbing Huayna Picchu, the mountain overlooking Machu Picchu, there is an additional fee of $65 USD per person for us to buy your entrance ticket. Spaces are limited, so please let us know when booking if you would like to hike Huayna Picchu, and we will reserve it for you.
Hotel Upgrade: Included in this package are accommodations in comfortable B&B Hotels in Cusco and Aguas Calientes. However, if you would like to upgrade to 3, 4, or 5 star hotels, we offer the following prices:
3 Stars: $140 USD total for double rooms and $120 USD total for single rooms (Rumi Punku in Cusco and Tierra Viva Machu Picchu in Aguas Calientes)
4 Stars: $500 USD total for double rooms and $400 USD total for single rooms (Costa del Sol in Cusco and Casa del Sol in Aguas Calientes)
5 Stars: $970 USD total for double rooms and $870 USD total for single rooms (Palacio del Inka in Cusco and Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo in Aguas Calientes)

Please note that all hotels and room types are subject to availability, and we will confirm them once your reservation is made. Prices may change during holidays or peak season. We work with many hotels in Cusco and Aguas Calientes, so if there is a specific hotel not listed that you prefer, let us know and we can provide a price, or you can reserve directly.

Vistadome Train: Our price includes train tickets on the Expedition train. If you would like to upgrade your return train from Aguas Calientes to Cusco to the Vistadome train, the price is an additional $40 USD per person. Please note that this option is subject to the train schedule.

Extra information:

Vistadome Train: This upgrade is only available for your return train from Aguas Calientes to Cusco, and not for the train from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes.
Customized Itinerary: Although this is our suggested itinerary for this 5-Day Package, we can personalize it to better fit your preferences. For example, let us know if you will be spending more or less than 5 days in Cusco, if there are additional tours you are interested in, or any other services we can help organize for you.

Starting from

US$1350 USD

Duration

7 Days

Destination

Cusco, Lima, Ica

Type of activity

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We had an absolutely wonderful experience with David from the very beginning of planning our trip. As three ladies traveling together we couldn’t have had any smoother and safer experience. He was there for us throughout the entire process, spending countless hours helping us plan full 5 days, answering all our questions, and responding to our WhatsApp messages within minutes. His communication was truly amazing, and we always felt that we were in great hands. We visited Pisac, Chinchero ruins, Maras and Moray, Ollantaytambo ruins, Machu Picchu, and Rainbow Mountain. When we arrived, David was waiting for us at the airport. He even arranged for someone to help us with our luggage at the Cusco airport, drove us around, and gave us invaluable tips on how to adjust to the high altitude. He was always attentive, alert to our needs, and making sure we were comfortable. David also took us to authentic local places where we could experience things like traditional alpaca weaving, which made the trip feel much more genuine and special. Everything went exactly as planned. He also brought a driver along, which made getting around much smoother and easier. Our Machu Picchu experience, including Circuits 3D and 1B, was unforgettable. There were three of us, and one of us was having difficulty with the mountain climbs. David stayed right behind her throughout the journey, making sure she was safe and supported every step of the way. His care and patience really stood out. And as if being our guide and driver wasn't enough, David also became our personal cameraman! 😊 He was constantly directing us and helping us get the best photos and memories from our trip. On our last day, he took us to Rainbow Mountain and was once again incredibly patient and accommodating to our needs. Throughout the entire trip, David went above and beyond to make sure we had a wonderful experience. We are so grateful for everything he did for us and would highly recommend David to anyone planning a trip to Peru. If you want someone who is knowledgeable, caring, responsive, organized, and genuinely invested in making your trip special, David is your person! Thank you, David, for helping make our trip so memorable!
  
 
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Frank was a fantastic guide, we are so happy we had him with us! He understood the pace that was best for our fitness level, and he would take breaks at good moments to teach us about local people, plants, animals, history, and culture, which we felt was all really interesting. We learned so much about Machu Picchu, the Incas, and each archaeological site, and we genuinely enjoyed listening to him. It felt like traveling with a friend, he was so nice and had a great attitude, we were always laughing together. He also had great English, we were able to laugh together at our joke that a sitting chinchilla we saw was "chinchilling." We were also really happy to support Cachi Life which is a Peruvian owned company. We did the 2-day trek, and we appreciated the amount of care put into each step. The hotel that was included in our tour package was very quiet, the bed comfortable, the shower hot, with good breakfast choices as well. Frank also took great photos of us, with good framing and angles, and he never rushed us. He was so knowledgeable and friendly that we would love to return someday and trek with him and Cachi Life again!
  
 
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We had an absolutely wonderful experience with Cachi Life during our time in Peru, and we cannot recommend them highly enough! We had created our own bespoke itinerary for our trip but we wanted a knowledgeable guide to bring the history to life when visiting the incredible ruins around Cusco and during our two days in Machu Picchu. After reading so many wonderful reviews from other travellers, we decided to use Cachi Life and we are so glad we did. We also used them for transportation throughout the Sacred Valley including journeys from Cusco to Pisac and Ollantaytambo as well as visits to Maras and Moray. From the very beginning, everything was handled with such warmth, professionalism and care. David came to meet us at our Airbnb the day before our tour to personally brief us on the schedule for the coming days. This was such a thoughtful touch and gave us a great sense of confidence that everything was organised and that we were in very good hands. Over the following days, we had the pleasure of spending time with David exploring the remarkable archaeological sites around Cusco, including Sacsayhuamán, Q’enko, Tambomachay and Puka Pukara, as well as experiencing the incredible Machu Picchu. David was an exceptional guide. His knowledge of Peruvian and Inca history was impressive, but what really stood out was his passion and enthusiasm. It was very clear that this was far more than just a job for him. He genuinely loves the history, culture and heritage of Peru and that passion came through in every story and explanation. He had a wonderful ability to bring the ancient sites to life, helping us understand not just what we were looking at, but the people, culture and history behind them. We learnt so much from David and having him with us made the experience of visiting these extraordinary places even more meaningful and memorable. We also had the pleasure of having Frank (David’s brother) drive us from Cusco through the Sacred Valley to Pisac and Ollantaytambo. Although we had not booked a guide for this particular day, Frank was incredibly generous with his knowledge and shared lots of interesting information about the places we passed along the way. It was very much appreciated and added another wonderful dimension to our journey. Both David and Frank were friendly, reliable, thoughtful and genuinely lovely people to spend time with. Their warmth and hospitality really captured what we had hoped to experience in Peru. We never felt like just another tourist booking. They took a genuine interest in making sure we had a fantastic experience and were always happy to help. Thank you so much, David and Frank, for making our time in Cusco, the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu so special. Your knowledge, enthusiasm, kindness and hospitality made a lasting impression on us, and we would wholeheartedly recommend Cachi Life to anyone planning a trip to Peru.
  
 
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We had an amazing experience with Cachi Life travel agency in Peru! 🇵🇪 From the very beginning, David, our guide helped us create a fantastic and personalised plan for Rainbow Mountain. They took the time to understand what we wanted and made sure everything was well organised and suited to our needs. The communication was excellent throughout the whole process. They were always helpful, responsive and happy to answer our questions or make adjustments whenever needed. We really appreciated the personal approach and attention to detail. The whole experience was very well organised, and thanks to their support, we could simply enjoy the incredible views and the experience without having to worry about the logistics. 🌈⛰️ I would definitely recommend this agency to anyone planning a trip to Peru. They genuinely care about their customers and go the extra mile to make the experience special. Thank you for helping us create such an unforgettable experience! ❤️🇵🇪
  
 
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Spending two days in the Sacred Valley with David of Cachi Life has incredibly turned into positive our vacation in Peru. In this country you are pretty much jumping from one operator to another and we didn’t have good experience until we find Cachi. David has a natural passion and a great knowledge of the story of this country and his people, plus is also very friendly and curious by nature. If we ever come back to Peru I would avoid passing through internet and I will get in touch directly with Cachi to organize all my trip. Thank you David for guiding us and sharing your passion and Thank you Oscar for demonstrating that driving is an important part of the trip. Unforgettable.
  
 
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We did full day tour to Pallay Punchu with David from Cachi Life. David was professional, knowledgeable, and caring. My wife has fear of heights, and he made sure we felt safe the whole time. Highly recommended this tour for anyone looking for a less crowded hike with stunning views and also Cachi Life. We would definitely lgo with them again.
  
 
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We had an excellent experience with Cachi Life. David was Extremely helpful and professional. We did the 5 day Salkantay Trek and it was fantastic, Taking us from the high Andes to the cloud forest and coffee growing region and on to Machu Picchu, it was amazing. The food prepared by Juan, our guide was exceptional. I highly recommend Cachi Life when trekking to any of the Cusco treks.
  
 
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David is such a great tour guide and owner. He was always very communicative, accommodating, helpful, and a pleasure to work with. He treated my family and me with the utmost respect and kindness. His knowledge of Machu Picchu is excellent and we learned so much from him. He took care of us the minute we set foot in the Cusco region, including having a driver pick us up and take us to and from the train station in Ollantaytambo. He met us with us at our vacation rental the evening prior to go over everything with us. He even stopped at the store to buy us tea and sugar. He took care of everything for us and all we had to do was pay and show up. You will not find better service to see Machu Picchu than Cachi Life Perú.
  
 
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I thank David Aragon Villagra for organizing a fantastic three-day tour for us in the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu. We were accompanied by the guide Frank, who skillfully and enthusiastically immersed us in the Inca world. Thanks to the super driver Oscar, who was cautious and attentive. Unbeatable value for money. I highly recommend Cachi Life Peru — with Cachi Life Peru.
  
 
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David (Cachi Life) was recommended by friends when I decided to take a solo trip to Peru. I'm a woman in my mid-60's, fairly physically fit, who wanted to experience Peru's scenery, history, culture, and people. David helped to customize my 11-day trip to include exactly what I wanted (Manu/Amazon rainforest, Inca Trail hike to Machu Piccu, various day tours out of Cusco, etc.) Lodging and transportation arrangements everywhere were clearly arranged and communicated efficiently. Upon arrival he met me at the airport and drove me back at the end of the trip. The entire time David was always quickly responsive and communication was outstanding. This trip was utterly incredible (also exhausting!) in every way. Truly stellar. I will carry the experience with me always. I highly recommend David/Cachi Life to anyone considering a trip to this magnificent country. You will be in very good hands.