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2,725 reviewsDay tours from Cusco to colorful mountains, turquoise lakes, Inca sites and Andean villages, with hotel pickup and local guides.
Tours in Cusco for every traveler: high-altitude hikes to Rainbow Mountain and Humantay Lake, classic visits to the Sacred Valley and Moray, and relaxed city and food tours. Compare the options and choose the day trips that fit your plans.
Book the best day tours in the Cusco region: Rainbow Mountain, Humantay Lake, the Sacred Valley, Palcoyo, Ausangate and many more. As a direct local operator, we run our own vehicles, guides and logistics, which is why we can offer all-inclusive day tours from just $13 USD.
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Read recent experiences from travelers who booked with our local team and shared how the service, organization, and on-trip support felt in real situations. These reviews help future passengers understand what to expect before choosing their tour.
Just finished 4 days with Yuri & Jose, they were both amazing, super helpful and attentive. Thank you to the kitchen staff as well! Definitely a challenge, but in the end it all worth it!
Une superbe expérience ! L’équipe est au top, une superbe ambiance un tracé magnifique avec des paysages très variés. Tout est bien rôdé, transport, repas, couchage. On mange très bien et en quantité ! Par contre prévoyez de quoi manger pendant la randonnée ce n’est pas inclus. Pour moi c’est la meilleure façon pour se rendre au Machu Picchu en passant par le col du Salkantay et en montant le dernier jour par les marches du chemin de l’Inca. Un petit bémol sur la transparence du prix annoncé , ce trip se veut all inclusive, en réalité ce n’est pas le cas. Certains frais imprévus viennent s’ajouter tout au long des 5 jours ( frais supplémentaires pour les activités, taxe pour certains passages de pont ou col, Tips un peu forcé ). Ce ne sont pas des gros frais mais au cumulé ça représente aux alentours de 300 soles. Je trouve personnellement que l’organisme ferai mieux d’intégrer ces frais dans le prix de leur expérience car on a vraiment la sensation d’être mis sur le fait accompli. Prévoyez des gourdes filtrantes car les bouteilles d’eau sur place sont vendus à prix d’or !
Not sure which tours in Cusco fit you best? Compare them by altitude, walking effort, departure time and what you want to see, and plan your days in minutes.
All our tours in Cusco include transport and a local guide. Use these six points to choose the right day trips and the best order to do them.
Easy: Sacred Valley, Moray and Maras and the City Tour. Challenging: Rainbow Mountain, Humantay Lake and Ausangate 7 Lakes.
Rainbow Mountain reaches about 5,000 m and Humantay Lake about 4,200 m. Spend 2 days in Cusco (3,400 m) before these hikes.
Mountain and lake tours leave very early, around 4 AM. Cultural tours start later in the morning or afternoon.
Prefer quieter places? Choose Palcoyo instead of Rainbow Mountain, or the South Valley instead of the Sacred Valley.
Add adrenaline with the Rainbow Mountain ATV or Moray and Maras ATV tours.
Taste local flavors on the Cusco Food Tour or meet weaving communities on the Pallay Punchu Tour.
Our three most popular tours in Cusco, all with hotel pickup, transport and a professional guide. Hike to the turquoise Humantay Lake, walk among the colors of Rainbow Mountain, or explore Inca towns and markets on the Sacred Valley Full Day.
Already planned the classics? Discover more of the Andes in one day: the Inca terraces of Moray, the salt pans of Maras, the quiet colors of Palcoyo, the seven lakes of Ausangate or the history of Cusco city.
Combine your main hikes with these day tours: the City Tour in Cusco for your first afternoon, Moray and Maras for an easy half day, Palcoyo as a quieter Rainbow Mountain, and Ausangate 7 Lakes for the most impressive mountain scenery near Cusco.
Want your own guide and vehicle, an ATV ride or a food experience? We organize private tours in Cusco with flexible schedules for families and small groups. Tell us your dates on WhatsApp or at info@machupicchuteam.com.
Travel at your own pace with private hikes, ATV adventures and cultural experiences in Cusco, ideal for families, couples and travelers with special interests.
Private hikes: enjoy the Ausangate 7 Lakes Tour or the Palcoyo Day Hike with your own guide and vehicle, entrance fees included.
Adventure and culture: ride an ATV to Rainbow Mountain or Moray and Maras, taste local dishes on the Cusco Food Tour or discover colonial art on the Cusco Churches Tour. Tell us your dates on WhatsApp.
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See what awaits you on our tours in Cusco: the colors of Rainbow Mountain, the turquoise water of Humantay Lake, Inca terraces in the Sacred Valley, the salt pans of Maras and the markets and flavors of Cusco.
Everything you need to plan your tours in Cusco: altitude, best order, departure times, what to pack and how to book.
Our Cusco tour prices start at USD 13 per person. These are our most popular Cusco day tours, with prices from:
Day tours are paid 100% when you book. Each tour page shows what is included and the entrance fees.
Start with easy tours such as the City Tour, the Sacred Valley or Moray and Maras. Leave Rainbow Mountain, Humantay Lake and Ausangate for the end of your stay, when you are acclimatized.
For mountains and lakes: Rainbow Mountain, Humantay Lake, Ausangate 7 Lakes and Palcoyo. For Inca history: the Sacred Valley, Moray and Maras, the South Valley and the Cusco City Tour. All these day trips from Cusco return to the city the same day.
Both are short but demanding hikes at high altitude (about 5,000 m and 4,200 m). You can rent a horse for part of the way on both routes.
Mountain and lake tours pick you up very early, around 4 AM. The Sacred Valley starts in the morning. The Cusco City Tour runs in the morning (9:00 AM to 2:00 PM) or in the afternoon (1:00 PM to 6:00 PM).
On most Cusco day tours, yes: we pick you up from hotels in the historic center of Cusco. If your hotel is outside the center, we will tell you the nearest meeting point. The City Tours start from our office at Portal Nuevo 270, Plaza Regocijo.
It depends on the tour. Some fees are paid on site, for example Rainbow Mountain S/ 30, Humantay Lake S/ 20 and the Maras salt mines S/ 20. Check the Included and Not Included section of each tour page before booking.
Yes. Most tours in Cusco are also available as private tours, with your own guide, vehicle and flexible schedule.
Plan your tours in Cusco in the right order to enjoy every day.
Cusco is the best base for day trips in Peru. Hike to the colors of Rainbow Mountain or the turquoise water of Humantay Lake, explore Inca towns and markets on the Sacred Valley Full Day, or discover the circular terraces and salt pans of Moray and Maras. For a quieter day, the City Tour in Cusco visits Qoricancha and Sacsayhuamán in one afternoon.
Start with easy cultural tours while you acclimatize, and leave the high-altitude hikes for the end of your stay. Most tours run daily all year, and private service is available on request.
Warm layers, gloves and a hat for early mornings at high altitude.
Rain jacket or poncho.
Sunscreen, sunglasses and a sun hat.
Comfortable hiking shoes with good grip.
Water and snacks for the hikes.
Passport or ID and cash in soles.
Small daypack.
Spend at least 2 days in Cusco before high-altitude hikes.
Drink plenty of water and avoid heavy meals and alcohol the night before.
Confirm your pickup time and hotel address the day before the tour.
Tell us about any medical condition, especially heart or breathing problems.
Our tours in Cusco run daily all year. In the rainy season, from December to March, weather and roads can affect mountain routes, and snow may appear at Rainbow Mountain and Humantay Lake.
Book ahead for private tours or specific dates on WhatsApp or at info@machupicchuteam.com.
