One-Day Adventure in Cusco

  • 8:00AM: Rainbow Mountain
    3 hours (65 km) from Cusco City

    Rainbow Mountain, also known as Vinicunca, is a stunning natural site with colourful mountains that make for a scenic trek. The hike is challenging but rewarding with breathtaking views from the top.

  • 1:00PM: San Pedro Market
    1.2 km (15-minute walk) from Rainbow Mountain tour end point

    San Pedro Market is a local market known for its fresh food and vibrant atmosphere. It's a great place to try local dishes and haggle with vendors for souvenirs.

  • 3:00PM: Maras
    32 km (41-minute drive) from San Pedro Market

    Maras is a unique archaeological site that features over 3000 salt pools. It's a beautiful location for photos and you can even purchase bags of salt as souvenirs.

  • 6:00PM: ATV Tour
    10.7 km (21-minute drive) from Maras

    An ATV tour through the countryside is an adrenaline-pumping way to see the beautiful scenery surrounding Cusco. The tour includes a stop at Moray, an Incan archaeological site, before returning to Cusco.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Rainbow Mountain Tour (3 hours, £30)
  • Lunch at San Pedro Market (1 hour, £10)
  • Maras Salt Pools (1 hour, £5)
  • ATV Tour (3 hours, £80)
  • Total Estimated Costs: £125

Transportation

It is recommended to hire a private car or take a tour for the Rainbow Mountain and Maras locations as they are a bit far from the city centre. Most tours include transportation services already. The ATV tour includes transportation from Cusco.

Useful tips

If you have more time, consider adding the Sacred Valley Tour or Machu Picchu to your itinerary. If you have less time, you can skip the ATV tour and spend more time exploring Cusco City's attractions.

Airports

The main airport serving Cusco is Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ). It is located 6 km from Cusco City and provides both domestic and international flights.

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