Machu Picchu Archaeological Tours 5 Days Overview
Explore the ancient wonders of Peru with our expertly guided archaeology tours. Our tours deeply dive into this incredible country’s rich history and culture, from the iconic Machu Picchu to lesser-known but equally fascinating sites like the Moon Temple and Huchuy Qosqo.
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Day 1: The South Valley of Inca Wonders
Day 2: Tour the Temple of the Moon and the four ruins of Cusco.
Day 3: In-depth tour of Chinchero, Moray, and Ollantaytambo
Day 4: Machu Picchu Tour for 2 circuits with 4 hours of a guided tour
Day 5: 50-minute archaeological walk to Huchuy Qosqo
5 Days Peru Archaeology Tours HIGHLIGHTS
- See Peru as you’ve never seen it before! On this fantastic archaeological tour, you’ll uncover ancient Incan ruins and other historical sites in Peru.
- Step back in history on this incredible five-day Machu Picchu archaeology tour and explore the ancient ruins that make up the unique landscape of Peru’s breathtaking Machu Picchu mountains.
Machu Picchu Archaeological Tours 5 Days Itinerary
Gain incredible insight into the past by embarking on an archaeology tour of Machu Picchu in Peru! Expert guides are available to explore ancient wonders in the Andes and beyond.
Visit the enigmatic archaeological ruins of the South Valley towards the south of Cusco.
At 9 a.m., the journey to the south of Cusco begins to explore the ancient Inca ruins of the primary source of Tipón and its system of Inca canals, through which the crystalline waters of the Andes continue to flow even today. Next, he explores the pre-Inca citadel of Piquillacta with its impressive architectural constructions of ancient streets and fortifications. Finally, we have the ruins of Rumicolca and the chapel of Andahuaylillas.
Explore:
- Tipon
- Piquillacta
- Rumicolca
- Andahuaylillas
Walking Distance
A light walks
Hiking Time
10 to 30 min. per ruins
Starting Altitude
Tipon 3,316m (10,879 ft)
Minimun Altitude
Andahuaylillas: 3,122m (10,242 ft)
Highest Altitude
Pikillacta: 3,125m (10,252 ft)
Archaeological exploration of the Temple of the Moon in Cusco, plus the four Inca ruins all-day
At 08:00, we begin archaeologically exploring not-so-well-known and reasonably-known Inca sites. We visit in detail the Inca constructions, such as the symbolism of the three carved pumas of Cusilluchayoc, the Inca trilogy of the temple of the moon, and the two Inca serpents representing infinity in the Andean ideology.
In Qenqo, we have the representative monolith of the Inca fauna, the underground passage with the Andean ritual altar, and the Inca fountain of Tambomachay with its Inca cell-style walls close to Tambomachay. We have the ruins of Puca Pucara with the architecture of a wall-style rosette.
Finally, in Sacsayhuaman, we archaeologically explore the details of the underground passages, the artificial lagoons, the Inca stone slide, the bastions, the esplanade, the ceremonial tables, the megalithic walls, etc.
Explore:
- Temple of the Moon of Cusco
- Archaeological Cusilluchayoc Temple
- Visita arqueológica de Sacsayhuaman
- Qenqo
- Puca Pucara
- Tambomachay
Physical Level
2, Moderate
Walking Distance
A light walks
Hiking Time
15 to 35 minutes
Starting Altitude
Cusco: 3,350m (10,990 ft)
Minimun Altitude
Sacsayhuaman: 3,500m (11,482 ft)
Highest Altitude
Tambomachay: 3,765m (12,352 ft)
Deep archaeological investigation of the ruins of Chinchero, Moray, and Ollantaytambo; evening trip to Machu Picchu Pueblo by train
At 07:00, we start the trip to the northwest of Cusco in search of the archaeological ruins of Chinchero. In Chinchero, explore the Inca plazas with their four ancestral entrance gates, the residential area of the Inca priests, the esplanade, the puma temples and altars, the condor’s half-wing, the Inca brain represented on a large rock, etc.
We continue the exploration of the ruins of Moray, which represent the southern cross within the Andean constellation of the Milky Way. Moray has four curricular agricultural platforms for developing the Inca culture.
The Ñaupa Inglesia cave has an Inca fountain representing the Andean square cross. We also observe closed windows for capturing positive energy for meditations of mother nature. Finally, in Ollantaytambo, we have the temples of the sun, the moon, the Inca balcony, the ritual water sources, the temple of the condor, the square millimeter cuts of an Inca wall with a laser or another ancestral machine, etc.
Tour over/in/through
- Chinchero
- Moray
- Ñaupa Iglesia
- Ollantaytambo
Train schedule: Outbound Journey
- Train Company: INCA RAIL
- Travel route: Ollantaytambo to Machu Picchu Pueblo
- Class: The Voyager 45
- Departure from Ollantaytambo: 16:36
- Arrival in Machu Picchu Pueblo: 18:09
Walking Distance
A light walks
Hiking Time
15 to 35 minutes
Starting Altitude
Chinchero Ruins: 3,800m (12,467 ft)
Minimun Altitude
Machu Picchu Pueblo: 2,065m (6,774 ft)
Highest Altitude
Chinchero Ruins: 3,800m (12,467 ft)
Machu Picchu Archaeological Tour for two tourist circuits for a 4-hour guided tour locally. In the afternoon, return to Cusco.
At 5:10, start the activities in search of Machu Picchu. We begin with the incredible, classic panoramic views of Machu Picchu from the Inca watchman’s house. Then we investigate little by little different archaeological sites of Machu Picchu, such as the beautiful agriculture system, the temple of the sun, the sundial, the Inca compass, etc.
In the second circuit, we re-enter Machu Picchu through the central part of the entire Inca citadel to complement the visit and have more time inside the Inca citadel.
NOTE: Machu Picchu has five new tourist circuits; circuits 1 and 3 have the best archaeological visits. There is no free time in Machu Picchu, and you must follow the sequence of tour circuits not to create crowds among other visitors, “new regulations of the historic sanctuary of Machu Picchu.
Train information: Inbound Journey
Train company: INCA RAIL
Service: MACHU PICCHU-OLLANTAYTAMBO (1 hour and 40 minutes of train ride).
Class: The Voyager 44
Departure: 14:30
At Station: 14:30; otherwise, you may not be allowed to board.
Ollantaytambo arrival: 16:04
Cusco arrival by transport: 17:50
When you arrive at the Ollantaytambo train station, look for the KONDOR PATH TOURS palette with the Cusco 5 Days Peru Archaeology Tours inscribed name.
Physical Level
2, Moderate
Walking Distance
A light walks
Hiking Time
2-hour guided tour
Starting Altitude
Machu Picchu Pueblo: 2,065m (6,774 ft)
Minimun Altitude
Machu Picchu Ruins: 2,400m (7,874 ft)
Highest Altitude
Cusco: 3,350m (10,990 ft)
Huchuy Qosqo: a 40-minute archaeological walk to the residence and temple of the eighth Inca ruler (Wiracocha).
Enjoy a short walk from Lamay to the archaeological ruins of Huchuy Qosqo. Huchuy Qosqo was the residence of the eighth Inca ruler of the Inca empire. It has notable peculiarities of architectural construction, with impressive views toward the Sacred Valley mountain range and the Urubamba River. Explore the triumphal wall, the sundial, the three-story royal house, the Inca fountains, the Inca Trail that goes to the ruins of Pucamarca, Cupper Alto, etc.
- At 7:00 a.m., transfer from Cusco to Lamay: 2920 meters (9,580 feet).
- Walk distance: 3.9 km / 24 miles of round hike
- Walking time: One way is approximately 45 minutes, and the return is about 30 minutes.
- The highest point is Huchuy Qosqo Ruins, 3,660 meters (12,007 feet).
- Difficulty: Challenging, moderate, or easy
Physical Level
4, Intense
Walking Distance
3.9km (2.4)
Starting Altitude
Lamay: 3,320m (10,829 ft)
Minimun Altitude
Lamay: 3,320m (10,829 ft)
Highest Altitude
Huchuy Qosqo Ruins: 3,660m (12,003 ft)
Machu Picchu Archaeological Tours 5 Days
INCLUSION
- Active itinerary with unique landscape and cultural experiences
Local guide (s) with command of the English language
Private transport service for excursions and transfers
- 1st Day: Tour Cusco South Valley (Tipon, Pikillacta and Andahuaylillas)
- 2nd Day: The Temple of the Moon and Cusco Ruins
- Cusco general ticket for the tour of Cusco and the Sacred Valley
- 3rd Day: Chinchero, Moray and Ollantaytambo
- Meals: Box Lunch
- Outbound Train Journey by Inca Rail: From Machu Picchu to Ollantaytambo—Class: The Voyager 45 departure at 16:36
- 4th Day: Machu Picchu
- Bus tickets to Machu Picchu “up and down.”
- Machu Picchu Entrance Ticket at 06:00 and 09:00: Official Regulation of the National Institute of Culture, Machu Picchu Tickets are valid exclusively for the printed date, circuit, and time—personal and non-transferable tickets.
- Guided tour in Machu Picchu (2 hours)
- NOTE: THERE IS NO FREE TIME; according to the new regulations of the Machu Picchu Sanctuary, since 2015, if travelers require more hours, they must buy a new ticket.
- Inbound Train Journey by Inca Rail: From OLLANTAYTAMBO to Macchu Picchu, Class: The Voyager 44, Departure at 14:30
- Transfer service from Ollantaytambo to Cusco
- 5th DAY: Huchuy Qosqo Hike
- Entrance ticket to Huchuy Qosqo ruins
- Lunch: Box lunch
- First aid kit
- All local Peruvian taxes
5 Days Peru Archaeology Tours, NO INCLUSION
- Hotel: Shape your Peruvian adventure with accommodations that cater to your unique preferences, ensuring a memorable stay in Cusco, Ollantaytambo, and Aguas Calientes.
- Transfers to and from Cusco airport
- International air tickets and associated taxes
- Domestic flights are priced separately
- Meals not specified in the itinerary
- Personal expenses.
- Insurance.
- Baggage porterage and other extras not specified
Discover Peru’s ancient ruins and rich cultural heritage on an adventure-filled archaeology tour! From Machu Picchu to Cusco, explore it all.
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TRAIN SERVICES
PERU TRAINS By PeruRail (Train upgrades)
Experience enhanced comfort with our three different Vistadome options on Peru Rail, each with an added price: per person
- $80.
- Ollantaytambo to Machu Picchu: VISTADOME
- Machu Picchu to Ollantaytambo: VISTADOME
- $95.
- Ollantaytambo to Machu Picchu: VISTADOME
- Machu Picchu to Ollantaytambo: VISTADOME Observatory
- $105.
- Ollantaytambo to Machu Picchu: VISTADOME Observatory
- Machu Picchu to Ollantaytambo: VISTADOME Observatory
+$498.00 Hiram Bingham train (Inbound Journey: Train MACHUPICCHU-POROY)
EXTRA TICKETS
+$75 Huayna Picchu
+$75 Montaña
+$60 RE-ENTRY TO MACHU PICCHU
DISCOUNTS Machu Picchu Archaeological Tours 5 Days
For Machu Picchu Fee
College students: $40 off
Bring for the 5 Days Cusco Archaeology Tours
- Original passport.
- Comfortable day backpack.
- Lighter trekking boots or any other comfortable shoe for the visitor
- Waterproof jacket, depending on weather conditions. The Andes can drizzle from May to December, but the rainy season is from January to mid-April.
- A warm jacket is recommended due to the low temperatures between May and December at 5 in the afternoon.
- Windbreaker.
- T-shirts, Comfortable trousers
- Sun protection cream (SPF 45 or higher recommended), Sun hat, sunglasses
- Personal medication.
- A small travel camera or an excellent cell phone can take spectacular photos and videos of the Machu Picchu Archaeological Tours 5 Days.
Faq’s About 5 Days Peru Archaeology Tours
Machu Picchu Archaeological Tours 5 Days—On our tour, we will discover the archaeological wonders of Machu Picchu in just five days! Marvel at its architectural prowess and uncover centuries-old secrets.
Peru was home to several ancient civilizations, including the Inca, Moche, Nazca, Chimu, and Chavin.
The Inca, for example, built an extensive network of roads and bridges throughout their empire, while the Moche were known for their advanced metallurgy techniques.
Peru has several famous archaeological sites, including Machu Picchu, the Nazca Lines, and the Chan Chan complex.
The capital of the Inca Empire was Cusco, which was considered the center of the world by the Inca people.
The Inca believed in a pantheon of gods, including the sun god Inti, while the Moche worshipped various deities associated with nature and fertility.
Machu Picchu was an important religious and political center for the Inca people and is considered one of the most impressive archaeological sites in the world.
The Nazca Lines are a series of geoglyphs etched into the desert floor and are believed to have had religious and astronomical significance for the Nazca people.
The Chavin de Huantar complex was an important religious and cultural center for the Chavin people and is considered one of Peru’s earliest and most sophisticated civilizations.
These ancient civilizations were skilled at stonemasonry and engineering and could construct impressive buildings and monuments using simple tools and manual labor.
The Moche were known for their highly detailed pottery and metalwork, while the Nazca were known for their intricate textiles and ceramics.
The decline of these ancient civilizations is often attributed to a combination of factors, including natural disasters, climate change, and conflict with neighboring tribes.
These ancient civilizations have impacted Peruvian culture, from the Quechua language spoken by the Inca people to the continued practice of traditional weaving techniques.
Lesser-known ancient civilizations in Peru include the Wari, Sican, and Paracas cultures.
The Inca road system was an impressive feat of engineering and construction and helped to connect the far-flung corners of the Inca Empire.
There are many museums and archaeological sites throughout Peru where you can learn more about these ancient civilizations, as well as books and documentaries available online.
5 Days Peru Archaeology Tours Features:
Discover the breathtaking scenery and fascinating archaeology on this tour of Machu Picchu in Peru! Our experts will guide you every step of the way.
5 Days Cusco Archaeology Tours Advantages:
Take a step back in time on this thrilling Machu Picchu Archaeology Tour by visiting some of the most important archaeological sites of the Inca Empire! Journey through time and space over five days.
Inca World
The Incan Machu Picchu is the most well-known archaeological site in Peru. Several important civilizations existed in Peru. On these tours, you’ll visit the country’s best ruins, many of which have been conserved through careful restoration projects. Explore the temples, tombs, and pyramids to learn about the ancient people of Peru.
What’s it like?
- Take a five-day journey to uncover the secrets of Machu Picchu! Immerse yourself in centuries-old mysteries and explore its mysterious ruins with KONDOR PATH TOURS.
- Uncover the wonders of Machu Picchu with a five-day archaeological excursion! Our knowledgeable guide will take you through this fascinating region to uncover its hidden gems and the mysterious past.
Machu Picchu 5 Days Peru Archaeology Tours COST
TOUR SERVICE: Season 2025
Unlock the secrets of Machu Picchu with a 5-day archaeology tour! Follow our professional guide and explore ancient ruins to gain insight into Peru’s rich history and culture.
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