CUSCO · PERU
Cusco’s best days out.
The 5 most popular morning tours out of Cusco. The ones worth waking up at altitude for, with prices, run times and the operators behind them.
Private Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu sunrise-style 2-day trip with guided citadel tour, local stops, and altitude support.
Most Popular“This was a private tour and very well planned. Our guide gave us great information of all sites, very friendly and was great to converse with. He took us for local food which was great. All in all great experience.”
Humantay Lake small-group trek from Cusco with a late-morning departure option, included meals, oxygen, and early arrival for calmer views.
“We had almost two hours of riding the ATVs and it was so much fun! Thankfully they were automatic vehicles so we didn’t have to worry about switching gears when driving up the hill. Be prepared for a dusty ride! Wear a face covering and sunglasses while you ride. The hike itself is VERY DIFFICULT!…”
Late-morning Rainbow Mountain tour from Cusco with a small group, guided walks, warm meal, and an afternoon viewpoint after the crowds.
“Hermoso! Nos nevó!!! Y el guía Alex y el conductor yobert son muy amables, la comida deliciosa”
Cusco’s South Valley in one morning: Tipón, Pikillacta, and Andahuaylillas’ gold-and-Baroque chapel for about $29.
“The trip itself is very interesting. I would without doubt recommend it. I thought the organization could improve. I was told I should be ready at 08:30. So l was, after waiting some time outside the hotel l contacted the organizers and they said the driver is on his way and l should not leave…”
A half-day Cusco circuit hitting Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Puca Pucara and Tambomachay, with a great bilingual guide and easy timing.
“Interesting - guide was great. Could have done without sales pitch at llama farm though.”
Machu Picchu, the Sacred Valley and every high pass in between.
