Luxury Cusco, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu & Rainbow Mountain 5 Days Full Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Cusco – Private City Tour

We will meet you at Cusco Airport and take you directly to your 4-star hotel in Cusco. Since Cusco sits at high altitude, the first part of the day is kept easy and comfortable, giving you time to rest, settle in, and begin the trip at a calm pace.

In the afternoon, your private guide will lead your Cusco City Tour. You will explore the historic center, Plaza de Armas, the Cathedral, the 12-Angled Stone area, Loreto Street, and Koricancha, the Temple of the Sun.

Then continue by private vehicle to the impressive Inca sites above the city: Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Puca Pucara, and Tambomachay. On the way back, stop at Cristo Blanco for a beautiful sunset view over Cusco.

• Tour duration: Half-day.
• Guide: Private professional guide.
• Transportation: Private airport transfer and private tour vehicle.
• Meals: Not included.
• Accommodation: 4-star hotel in Cusco.
• Difficulty: Easy, with light walking and some stairs.

Day 2: Sacred Valley – Chinchero, Moray, Maras – Ollantaytambo – Train to Aguas Calientes

After breakfast at your 4-star hotel in Cusco, your private guide and driver will pick you up around 7:00 a.m. and take you into the Sacred Valley, one of the most beautiful and culturally rich regions in the Andes.

Your first stop is Chinchero, where you will visit the Inca site, the colonial church, and a local women’s weaving cooperative. Here, you will learn about natural dyes, alpaca wool, traditional patterns, and ancient weaving techniques still practiced by local families.

Next, visit Moray, famous for its circular terraces, then continue to the Maras Salt Mines, where thousands of salt ponds create one of the most unique landscapes in the Sacred Valley.

At midday, enjoy a chef-prepared lunch with fresh local ingredients. This is a beautiful moment to slow down, enjoy good food, and take in the views before continuing the journey.

Later, explore Ollantaytambo, one of the most important Inca towns in the valley. After the visit, board the train to Aguas Calientes. On arrival, check in to your 4-star hotel in Aguas Calientes and enjoy dinner before your Machu Picchu visit.

• Tour duration: Full day.
• Guide: Private professional guide.
• Transportation: Private vehicle and train to Aguas Calientes.
• Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.
• Accommodation: 4-star hotel in Aguas Calientes.
• Difficulty: Easy to moderate, with walking at archaeological sites.

Day 3: Private Machu Picchu Tour – Vistadome Observatory Train – Cusco

Today is the highlight of the journey. After breakfast at your 4-star hotel in Aguas Calientes, your guide will take you to the bus station for the ride up to Machu Picchu. At the entrance, you will show your original passport and entry ticket.

Your private guide will lead a 2 to 3-hour visit through the most important areas allowed by your official circuit. You will learn about the terraces, temples, sacred spaces, viewpoints, royal areas, water channels, stonework, and the powerful history behind the Inca citadel.

We request Circuit 2 when available because it offers one of the most complete classic visits. If it is sold out, we secure the best official alternative for your date and entry time, usually Circuit 1 or Circuit 3.

After the guided tour, you may have time for photos or an optional mountain hike if booked in advance. Then enjoy lunch near Machu Picchu before returning to Aguas Calientes and boarding the Vistadome Observatory Train back to Ollantaytambo.

On board, enjoy panoramic windows, the open-air observatory carriage, live cultural moments, snacks, drinks, and beautiful views. In Ollantaytambo, your private transfer will be waiting to take you back to your 4-star hotel in Cusco.

• Tour duration: Full day.
• Machu Picchu guided tour: Approximately 2 to 3 hours.
• Meals: Breakfast and lunch included.
• Return train: Vistadome Observatory Train.
• Accommodation: 4-star hotel in Cusco.
• Difficulty: Easy to moderate, with stairs and uneven stone paths.

Day 4: Private Rainbow Mountain Tour

We begin early with private pickup from your 4-star hotel in Cusco and drive toward the Rainbow Mountain area. The route takes you through quiet Andean landscapes, small communities, and views of the Ausangate mountain range.

Before the hike, enjoy a hearty breakfast with your guide. Then begin the steady ascent toward Rainbow Mountain, also known as Vinicunca. This is a high-altitude hike, so the best approach is to walk slowly, breathe steadily, and enjoy the scenery at your own pace.

At the viewpoint, you will see the colorful mineral layers of Rainbow Mountain and the wide-open beauty of the Andes. After time for photos and rest, hike back down, enjoy lunch, and return to Cusco in the evening for your final night at your 4-star hotel in Cusco.

• Distance: Approximately 10 km / 6.2 mi.
• Highest altitude: Approximately 5,200 m / 17,060 ft.
• Meals: Breakfast and lunch included.
• Accommodation: 4-star hotel in Cusco.
• Difficulty: Moderate to challenging, mainly because of altitude.

Day 5: Private Transfer Out

After breakfast at your 4-star hotel in Cusco, we will transfer you to the airport or bus station according to your schedule. This ends your private luxury journey through Cusco, the Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, and Rainbow Mountain.

• Meals: Breakfast included.
• Transportation: Private transfer out.
• Difficulty: Easy.

Cusco to Machu Picchu Luxury Tour 5 Days - Price

This is a private luxury tour designed for travelers who want more comfort, better service, and a more exclusive experience in Cusco, the Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, and Rainbow Mountain. Prices are per person in USD and depend on group size, hotel availability, train schedules, room type, and selected upgrades.

Booking and Payment

• Deposit: US$ 400 per person to confirm your reservation. The remaining balance can be paid online or at our office in Cusco by credit card, PayPal, or wire transfer.
• Contact us if you need another payment option or a personalized payment plan for your group.
• For each traveler, we require the full name exactly as shown on the passport, passport number, date of birth, passport expiration date, and nationality.
• Please inform us in advance of any vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, allergies, or other dietary needs.

Student and Child Discount

• US$ 30 off per person

This discount applies to travelers under 17 years old and students under 25 with a valid university ID. To qualify, the ID must include:

• Student name, photo, and university name.
• A valid expiration date. Expired IDs will not be accepted.
• ISIC cards are not accepted.

The discount is applied automatically for children. Students must submit a copy of their ID at the time of booking. If the document is not accepted, the adult rate will apply.

Before You Book

• Spaces for trains, hotels, and Machu Picchu entrance tickets are limited, especially during high-demand travel dates. We recommend booking in advance to secure the best availability.
• Your passport details must match your tickets and reservations. Please check this information carefully before making your payment.
• This is a private tour and can start on any available date, subject to availability, even for a single traveler.
• If you want Huayna Picchu, Machu Picchu Mountain, a special circuit, Hiram Bingham train, hotel upgrades, or special room requests, let us know as early as possible.
• Rainbow Mountain is a high-altitude hike. If you have health concerns, please consult your doctor before traveling and inform our team when booking.

How to Book

1. Click the BOOK NOW button and choose your preferred travel date.
2. Enter all traveler details exactly as shown on each passport.
3. Select any upgrades or special requests, if available.
4. Complete the deposit payment.
5. Our team will contact you shortly to confirm final details, ticket availability, train schedules, hotel arrangements, and your private itinerary.

Cusco, Sacred Valley & Machu Picchu 5-Day Luxury Tour - Packing List

You can travel with your regular luggage throughout Peru, but for the train to Aguas Calientes on Days 2 and 3, it is best to pack light and bring only a small overnight bag or carry-on. Your main suitcase can stay safely at your hotel in Cusco or with TreXperience luggage storage.

This luxury tour includes city visits, archaeological sites, train travel, Machu Picchu, and Rainbow Mountain. Dress in layers, keep your essentials organized, and bring proper clothing for both warm valleys and cold high-altitude conditions.

Essentials

Keep these important items with you throughout the trip, especially for sightseeing days, train travel, Machu Picchu, and the Rainbow Mountain excursion.

Original passport

Plastic Rain Coat

Toiletries

Warm down jacket

Peruvian soles cash

Good-quality daypack

Water bottle

Power bank

Lip balm

Sunscreen

Hand sanitizer

Wet wipes and tissues

What to Wear?

This itinerary takes place entirely in the Cusco region, where the weather can change quickly depending on altitude and location. Cusco can be cool in the morning and evening, Machu Picchu is usually warmer and more humid, and Rainbow Mountain can be cold, windy, and exposed.

High-top hiking boots

Sport pants

Hiking crew sock

Comfortable underwear

Thermal base layers

Moisture-wicking shirts

Quick-dry hiking pants/trousers

Fleece

What to Put in the Daypack?

A daypack is useful every day, especially for the Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, and Rainbow Mountain. Bring only what you need for the day and leave your main luggage at your hotel in Cusco or with TreXperience storage.

• Original passport.
• Machu Picchu ticket and train ticket.
• Water bottle.
• Rain jacket or light poncho.
• Sun protection: hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen.
• Comfortable walking shoes.
• Warm layer for Cusco mornings and Rainbow Mountain.
• Personal medication.
• Camera or phone with enough battery.
• Extra cash in Peruvian soles for personal purchases or tips.

Waterproof and windproof jacket

Sun hat or cap with neck cover

Sunglasses

Beanie or chullo

Gloves

Insect repellent

Camera + extra batteries

Personal Medication

What to Pack for Aguas Calientes

For the train to Machu Picchu, bring only a small overnight bag. Your main suitcase should stay in Cusco. In Aguas Calientes, leave your overnight bag at the hotel and visit Machu Picchu with only your daypack.

• Change of clothes.
• Sleepwear.
• Toiletries in small travel sizes.
• Phone charger and power bank.
• Light jacket or sweater.
• Personal medication.
• Optional swimsuit if you plan to visit the hot springs in your free time.

What to Bring for Rainbow Mountain

Rainbow Mountain is the coldest and highest part of this itinerary. Bring warm layers, gloves, a beanie, sunglasses, sunscreen, water, snacks, and comfortable hiking shoes with good grip.

Optional Rentals

If you need trekking poles or extra hiking gear for Rainbow Mountain, contact us before departure and we will help you prepare properly.

You can also review our complete Machu Picchu packing list.

Luxury Cusco, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu & Rainbow Mountain 5 Days - Travel Information

Here you will find practical details to prepare for your private luxury tour: booking early, Machu Picchu tickets, circuits, passport rules, train luggage, altitude, Rainbow Mountain, weather, walking level, optional hikes, and responsible travel.

Luxury Cusco, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu & Rainbow Mountain 5 Days - FAQs