Highlights
Machu Picchu and Tambopata Tour 8 Days – Amazon Rainforest
- Visit Machu Picchu: Explore the wonder of the ancient world and enjoy the breathtaking views of this iconic Inca city.
- Amazon Rainforest Adventure: Immerse yourself in the biodiversity of the Amazon, with guided jungle excursions and unique wildlife sightings.
- Local Culture: Interact with local communities, learning about their traditions, gastronomy and lifestyles.
- Outdoor Activities: Enjoy hiking, boating and other exciting activities in the jungle and around Machu Picchu.
- Spectacular Scenery: From the Andes to the jungle, experience a variety of breathtaking landscapes and photo opportunities.
- Expert Guides: Travel with local guides who share their knowledge and passion for Peru’s history and nature.
- Gastronomic Experience: Taste delicious Peruvian food, including typical dishes from both the Andean region and the jungle.
Trip Details
- Duration: 8 days
- Destinations: Cusco, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Rainbow Mountain, Tambopata Amazon (Puerto Maldonado)
- Highlights:
- Cusco city tour (Qoricancha, Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Puka Pukara, Tambomachay)
- Sacred Valley (Pisac, Ollantaytambo)
- Machu Picchu guided tour + optional Huayna Picchu
- Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca) full-day hike
- Amazon: lodge stay, El Chuncho macaw clay lick, lakes (Condenado & Sachavacayoc), jungle walks, night walks, wildlife spotting
- Max altitude: 5,200 m (17,060 ft) at Rainbow Mountain
- Transport: Airport transfers, private vans, scenic train, Tambopata River boat rides
- Accommodation: Cusco hotels, Aguas Calientes, Amazon jungle lodge
- Meals: Breakfast daily, lunches (incl. box lunch & buffet), dinners at lodge
- Group size (Amazon): Max 8 per guide
Trip Summary
Day 1: Arrival in Cusco & City Tour
Arrival in Cusco, transfer to your hotel, time to acclimatize and have lunch. In the afternoon, guided city tour visiting the most important Inca sites: Qoricancha (Temple of the Sun), Sacsayhuaman Fortress, Qenqo, Puka Pukara, and Tambomachay. Evening free in Cusco.
Day 2: Sacred Valley Tour & Train to Aguas Calientes
Full-day tour of the Sacred Valley: visit the archaeological site of Pisac, enjoy valley views from Taray viewpoint, and explore the impressive Inca fortress and town of Ollantaytambo. In the afternoon, board the scenic train from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes. Overnight in Aguas Calientes.
Day 3: Machu Picchu Exploration & Return to Cusco
Early bus up to Machu Picchu. Guided tour of the citadel, including highlights such as the Temple of the Three Windows and the Intihuatana (Solar Clock). Optional climb to Huayna Picchu (if reserved in advance). In the afternoon, return by bus to Aguas Calientes, take the train back to Ollantaytambo, and transfer to Cusco for overnight.
Day 4: Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca) Full-Day Tour
Early departure from Cusco for the full-day excursion to Rainbow Mountain. Drive to the trailhead, hike to the summit of Vinicunca (max altitude 5,200 m / 17,060 ft), enjoy the colorful striped mountain, surrounding snow-capped peaks, and Andean landscapes with llamas and alpacas. Return to Cusco in the late afternoon.
Day 5: Cusco to Puerto Maldonado & Amazon Arrival
Morning transfer to Cusco airport and flight to Puerto Maldonado. Upon arrival, transfer to the lodge office, pack essentials, and take a 2–3 hour private boat ride along the Tambopata River to Sachavacayoc Lodge/Farm. Afternoon jungle walk introduction and night walk to observe nocturnal wildlife. Overnight at the Amazon lodge.
Day 6: El Chuncho Macaw Clay Lick & Lago Condenado
Very early start to reach the world-famous El Chuncho macaw clay lick, the largest in the world, to observe hundreds of macaws and parrots eating clay. Return to the lodge for lunch. In the afternoon, visit pristine Lago Condenado by canoe, looking for monkeys, caimans, hoatzins, macaws, and possibly anacondas. Night walk at the lodge.
Day 7: Sachavacayoc Lake Exploration
After breakfast, hike or boat to magnificent Sachavacayoc Lake inside Tambopata Reserve. Explore by rowboat, with chances to see spider monkeys, giant otters, anacondas, tapirs, and many bird species. Full day of nature observation with box lunch. Return to the lodge in the afternoon/evening. Optional evening river wildlife spotting.
Day 8: Return to Puerto Maldonado & Departure
Morning boat ride back to Puerto Maldonado (approx. 2 hours), with final wildlife viewing along the river. Arrive at the office, assistance with luggage and onward travel arrangements (flight or bus to Lima or next destination). End of services.
This 8-day journey offers a perfect balance of Inca archaeology, high-Andes adventure, and immersive Amazon wildlife experience.
Itinerary
Arrival and Cusco City Tour
Upon arriving at the airport, you’ll be transported to your hotel in Cusco, where you can unwind and enjoy a light lunch. In the afternoon, embark on a city tour that includes stops at Qoricancha (Temple of the Sun), the Sacsayhuaman Fortress, Qenqo, Puka Pukara, and Tambomachay. The tour will conclude in the evening.
Sacred Valley Tour and Journey to Aguas Calientes
After breakfast, you will be collected from your hotel for a comprehensive tour of the Sacred Valley. Discover the archaeological sites of Pisaq and Ollantaytambo, and take in the magnificent valley views from Taray. In the afternoon, travel to Ollantaytambo train station to board the train to Aguas Calientes, where you will stay overnight.
Machu Picchu Exploration and Return to Cusco
In the morning, after breakfast, meet your guide and take a bus to Machu Picchu. Enjoy a guided tour of this historic site, including the Temple of the Three Windows and the Solar Clock. You may also opt to climb Huayna Picchu mountain (subject to availability and prior reservation). In the afternoon, return by bus to Aguas Calientes and catch the train back to Ollantaytambo. From there, you’ll be transferred to Cusco.
Rainbow Mountain Tour
4:00 AM we will start to pick you up from your hotel in Cusco with our transportation,
5:00 AM we will travel on the route to the south part of the city, once we arrive to Cusipata (2 hours ride).
7:00 AM we will take a delicious breakfast at the restaurant
8:00 AM We will it continue for approximately 45 minutes more by car until the control point where we will begin to hike.
Once you reach this point, our guide will give you directions and recommendations of the route and the latest scopes to finally get started.
The hike will last us a long of 1 hour and 40 minutes until we reach Vinicunca O Rainbow Mountain 5020 meters about sea level. Along the way we observe a great multitude of llamas and alpacas that we have never seen, who are at the mercy of shepherds dressed in beautiful colorful costumes.
Then passing through beautiful ravines heading to the highest parts, surrounded by snow-capped peaks (Ausangate), almost upon reaching the top we observe the change of the landscape, the Vinicunca colored mountain range located around 5,100 meters (19,900 feet), Arriving at this point between 10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Our guide will explain a detail about the orography, ecosystem and color of the mountain, and then take another horizon the most beautiful photos of the 7-color mountain, see the beautiful landscape of the highest point 5200 meters, after that we will take the Return route to village, Where Our Vehicle Will Be Waiting.
Then we will have our delicious buffet lunch Variety of Novo Andina Food at the same restaurant. then return to the city of Cusco.
Arriving at approximately 4:30 pm to Cusco
Arrival and Transfer Cusco – Puerto Maldonado
After breakfast, check out from your hotel and transfer to the airport for your departure.
Flight Cusco – Puerto Maldonado
Upon arrival, our guide will meet you at the airport or bus station. All our guides are skilled professionals with extensive knowledge of the Amazon rainforest and its flora and fauna. Each guide is assigned to a maximum of 8 people.
You will be transferred from the airport to our central office in Puerto Maldonado. At the office, you will need to pack only essentials for the next few days, while your main luggage will be securely stored. This helps ease transportation and keeps our boats and cargo light. We can provide a carry-on bag for your essentials.
We have our private port on the Tambopata River. Our journey will involve a 2 to 3-hour boat ride to the Sachavacayoc Farm. We can make wildlife observation stops along the way, although this might extend the travel time. Our private tours offer flexibility.
During the tour, you may see birds, alligators, capybaras, and monkeys if luck permits. We will enjoy a box lunch on the boat, with vegetarian or vegan options available upon request. You can also bring water to refill on the boat.
Upon arrival at Sachavacayoc Farm, you can rest and spend the night surrounded by the sounds of the Amazon. After a break, we’ll take a jungle walk to introduce you to the forest, and later, a night walk to seek out nocturnal creatures and insects like the large Tarantula.
Dinner will be served at Sachavacayoc Lodge.
Visit to the Macaw Clay Lick "El Chuncho"
We will visit the Macaw Clay Lick “El Chuncho,” the largest clay lick in the world, where the three primary macaw species and various parrots congregate. Hundreds of parrots gather to consume clay, a distinctive behavior of this area.
The tour will start early at 4 a.m., with a two-hour boat ride upriver on the Tambopata River. To fully appreciate the bird spectacle, it’s crucial to arrive before they do. During the tour, you’ll have a buffet breakfast while observing their natural activities.
On the way to the clay lick, we might see capybaras, caimans, and, if fortunate, jaguars or tapirs. We’ll spend time at the clay lick observing the macaws eating clay, depending on the season. Afterward, we’ll return to the lodge for lunch and some rest.
In the afternoon, we’ll visit the pristine Lago Condenado, about an hour from the lodge. At the lake, we might spot monkeys, caimans, hoatzins, and macaws, with a chance of seeing the elusive anaconda. We will explore the jungle by canoe and return to the lodge for a night walk to find wildlife or simply to enjoy the jungle’s varied ambiance.
Visit to Sachavacayoc Lake
After breakfast, we will visit the magnificent Sachavacayoc Lake located in the heart of the Tambopata Reserve. The lake is about a two-hour leisurely walk away, providing ample opportunity to observe nature.
At Sachavacayoc Lake, you may see spider monkeys, anacondas, giant otters, and, with a bit of luck, tapirs. This tour is a unique and memorable experience for many travelers.
Upon arrival mid-morning, we’ll take a rowboat to explore the surrounding wildlife. To maximize your enjoyment, a box lunch will be provided for a full day of exploration. If preferred, you may return to the lodge for lunch and additional time at the beautiful farm to relax and enjoy the amenities.
While navigating the river, you might also have the chance to see the impressive Amazon alligator in the evening before dinner.
Return to Puerto Maldonado and Departure to LIMA
After breakfast at Sachavacayoc Lodge, we will make our way back to Puerto Maldonado. The return trip will take approximately 2 hours, offering one last opportunity to view the flora and fauna along the riverbanks.
Upon arrival at our office in Puerto Maldonado, we will assist you with your flight, bus, or hotel transfer arrangements.
This concludes our services.
Note: For those interested in piranha fishing, please coordinate with your guide to arrange this activity at the locations where piranhas can be found.
Inclusions
Included in Cusco and Machu Picchu Tour:
- Pickup from the airport and transfer to the hotel: Servicio de recogida en el Aeropuerto Internacional de Cusco con transporte directo y cómodo hacia tu hotel, evitando inconvenientes al llegar
- Flight Cusco – Puerto Maldonado – Lima (incluye 10 kg de equipaje): Vuelos nacionales para explorar diferentes regiones del Perú con una asignación básica de equipaje permitido
- General Tourist Ticket (BTG): Boleto integrado que proporciona acceso a todos los sitios arqueológicos principales en Cusco y el Valle Sagrado (como Pisac, Ollantaytambo), evitando comprar entradas individuales
- Additional entry fee for Qoricancha: Acceso específico al Templo del Qoricancha (el templo más importante del Imperio Inca), un sitio que no está incluido en el boleto BTG general
- City tour including transportation and professional guide: Tour guiado completo por la ciudad de Cusco con transporte incluido, cubriendo la Plaza de Armas, catedral, convento Santo Domingo y otros sitios coloniales e incas importantes
- Sacred Valley tour including transportation, buffet lunch, professional guide: Excursión de día completo al Valle Sagrado con visitas a mercados tradicionales, terrazas incas y pueblos auténticos, con comida típica peruana incluida
- Machu Picchu tour: Experiencia completa en la Maravilla del Mundo con guía especializado que explica la historia y arquitectura inca
- Transportation between Cusco and Ollantaytambo: Traslado terrestre (aproximadamente 2 horas) desde la ciudad hacia la estación de tren, donde comienza el viaje a Machu Picchu
- Train tickets from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes and back (Expedition Class): Pasajes de tren de clase económica que recorren el famoso Ferrocarril Central Andino con vistas panorámicas del Valle del Sagrado Urubamba
- Bus transportation to and from Machu Picchu: Servicio de autobús que sube y baja desde Aguas Calientes hasta la entrada de Machu Picchu (aproximadamente 30 minutos de recorrido)
- Entrance fee to Machu Picchu: Acceso de entrada al sitio arqueológico de Machu Picchu, uno de los patrimonios culturales más importantes del mundo
- Professional guide for the Machu Picchu tour: Guía experto bilingüe que proporciona información histórica detallada sobre la construcción y propósito de Machu Picchu
- Transfer back to your hotel: Retorno seguro hacia tu alojamiento al finalizar la excursión
- Rainbow Mountain Tour: Excursión adicional a la Montaña de los 7 Colores con comidas (desayuno y almuerzo) y guía profesional que acompaña todo el trayecto de senderismo de altura
- 3 nights’ accommodation in Cusco at a 3-star hotel: Estadía de 3 noches en hotel de 3 estrellas con servicios básicos de confort, desayuno incluido y ubicación céntrica en la ciudad
- 1 night’s accommodation in Aguas Calientes at a 3-star hotel: Alojamiento en el pueblo base de Machu Picchu con servicios de 3 estrellas, preparándote para la visita temprana al sitio arqueológico
- Transfer from hotel to airport: Transporte de retorno desde tu hotel al Aeropuerto Internacional de Cusco para tu vuelo de salida
Included in Tambopata Rainforest Tour:
- Transfers between the airport or bus terminal and the lodge: Transporte de recogida desde el Aeropuerto de Puerto Maldonado o la estación de autobuses hacia el alojamiento en la selva, incluyendo viajes en bote por los ríos
- Professional guide: Naturalista experto bilingüe especializado en la biodiversidad amazónica, identificación de fauna y flora, y seguridad en la selva
- Transportation: Acceso a botes motorizados, canoas y transporte terrestre necesarios para explorar la Reserva Nacional Tambopata
- Meals as per the itinerary: Comidas preparadas en el lodge basadas en ingredientes frescos y recetas locales (desayunos, almuerzos y cenas), adaptadas a necesidades dietéticas especiales
- Entrance to the Tambopata National Reserve: Permiso obligatorio de acceso a la Reserva Nacional Tambopata, protegida por el estado peruano
- Accommodation: Hospedaje en lodge amazónico con habitaciones con baño privado, camas cómodas y servicios básicos de confort en la selva
- Activities detailed in the program: Excursiones programadas como avistamiento de aves, visita a claypoles (salados), observación de vida silvestre nocturna, caminatas por senderos guiadas y exploración de canales fluviales
- Snacks including fresh fruits, cookies, and juices: Refrigerios complementarios entre comidas principales: frutas tropicales frescas, galletas artesanales y bebidas naturales como jugos de frutas amazónicas
- Transfers within the city, from the airport, and bus station: Servicios completos de transporte terrestre en Puerto Maldonado antes de llegar a la selva
- English-speaking guide: Disponibilidad de guías que hablan inglés para una mejor comunicación e interpretación de la experiencia amazónica
- Tambopata National Reserve ticket: Entrada oficial a la reserva con documentación necesaria para registro y acceso a áreas permitidas para turismo
Not Included:
- Meals not mentioned on the itinerary
- Tips for the team
- Alcoholic beverages
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