--- title: Andean Explorer with Sacred Valley and Rainbow Mountain – 9 Days lang: en type: tour city: Cusco country: Peru price: 1289 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 5 reviews: 36 duration_minutes: 12960 languages: [en, es] rank_in_category: 23 of 72 (Sacred Valley Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-11-08 data_updated: 2026-11-08 canonical: https://guidekin.com/peru/cusco/tours/andean-explorer-with-sacred-valley-and-rainbow-mountain-9-days/ --- # Andean Explorer with Sacred Valley and Rainbow Mountain – 9 Days **Guidekin's take:** Combine Cusco and the Sacred Valley with the Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu and Rainbow Mountain. Tourist tickets for Cusco and the Sacred Valley, basic hiking gear and hotel transfers are included; a high level of fitness is required. 5 from 36 reviews at €1289 per person for 9 days. In our comparison: #23 of 72 in Sacred Valley Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Experience Cusco to the fullest with our 9-day, 8-night Andean Explorer Trek, the most comprehensive tour for those who want to see the essential sites of the Inca world in a single experience. Explore the imperial city, discover the Sacred Valley, conquer the Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu, and marvel at the Mountain of Colors. Adventure, culture, and unforgettable landscapes come together to create the perfect itinerary. - Explore Cusco with an exclusive City Tour of its most emblematic temples, fortresses, and viewpoints. - Tour the Sacred Valley visiting Pisac, Ollantaytambo, and Chinchero with authentic cultural experiences. - Experience the famous Salkantay Trek while resting in exclusive camps. - Discover Machu Picchu with a guided tour without the crowds. - Marvel at the impressive Rainbow Mountain after a hike through unforgettable high Andean landscapes. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk - Starts 13:00: one departure a day - Food included: Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast - Non-refundable: no free cancellation **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €1289 per person for the Andean Explorer 9 days with Sacred Valley and Rainbow Mountain option; other options up to €1375 - Duration: 9 days - Rating: 5.0/5 from 36 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Operator: Salkantay Trekking - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English, Spanish - Tickets: Admission included - Start times: 13:00 - Booking: Confirmation within 48 hours, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-08 ## Reviews 5.0 from 36 ratings on Guidekin & Tripadvisor. 100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 36 of 36. - 5 stars: 36 (100%) - 4 stars: 0 (0%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise the guides, meals and organization; some found the trek difficult despite allowing time to acclimatize. **Praised:** - Guides share detailed knowledge of Inca history and local culture - Encouraging guides adapt the walking pace to the group - Meals on the trek repeatedly exceed expectations - Comfortable accommodation along the trekking route - Well coordinated transport and itinerary arrangements **Complaints:** - Hiking at altitude is demanding, and some wish they had allowed more time to acclimatize Written by Guidekin from the 35 most recent English reviews on Tripadvisor (2024-06-18 to 2026-09-30); last checked 2026-11-08. ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Andean Explorer 9 days with Sacred Valley and Rainbow Mountain | €1289 / person | English, Spanish | Pickup included | | With Huchuy Picchu Mountain | €1357 / person | English, Spanish | Huchuy Picchu Mountain Ticket Pickup included | | With Huayna Picchu Mountain | €1375 / person | English, Spanish | Huayna Picchu Mountain Ticket Pickup included | | With Machu Picchu Mountain | €1375 / person | English, Spanish | Machu Picchu Mountain Ticket Pickup included | ## What's included - Pre-departure briefing - Hotel pickup and drop-off - Basic hiking equipment: Sleeping bag, trekking poles, rain poncho, backpack cover, and hand towel. - Experienced Mountain Guide - Safety: First aid kit, Walkie-talkies, oxygen, and emergency satellite pones - Tourist ticket for the Sacred Valley visit and city tour in Cusco. - Lunch - 3 nights camping accommodation (Sky Camp, Mountain Sky View, Super Jungle Domes) - Dinner - Breakfast ## Not included - Clothing and personal hiking equipment - Travel Insurance (Recommended) - Gratuities for the staff (Optional) ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 13:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-11-08 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations. ## Good to know - Service animals allowed - Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries - Not recommended for pregnant travelers - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness - It's recommended to arrive in Cusco at least 2 days before the trek to adjust to the altitude. - Spots at Machu Picchu sell out quickly. Book this trip at least five months in advance to secure spaces. - Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants - Please ensure your passport is up to date and ready for use on your travel day - Children aged 12 and over may participate and must be accompanied by a responsible adult at all times. - Keep in mind this hike is a challenging trek. travellers have to be in good health and physical shape to fully enjoy every moment of this adventure. - Vegetarian or, vegan options are available, please advise at time of booking if required ## Compared with other Sacred Valley Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #23 of 72** | €1289 | 9 days | 5.0 (36) | shared | | [2-Day Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu Guided Tour from Cusco](/peru/cusco/tours/2-day-sacred-valley-and-machu-picchu-guided-tour-from-cusco/?format=md) | €501 | 2 days | 4.99 (1022) | shared | | [Food and Culture Full day Tour in the Sacred Valley](/peru/cusco/tours/food-and-culture-full-day-tour-in-the-sacred-valley/?format=md) | €251 | 10h | 5.0 (184) | shared | | [Sacred Valley Full-Day Private Tour from Urubamba & Ollantaytambo](/peru/cusco/tours/sacred-valley-full-day-private-tour-from-urubamba-ollantaytambo/?format=md) | €127 | 9h | 4.99 (212) | private | Ranked #23 of 72 in Sacred Valley Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €90 to €1348, median €428; typical length 2 days. 31 of 72 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/peru/cusco/sacred-valley-tours/?format=md ## More in Cusco - All Cusco tours: https://guidekin.com/peru/cusco/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/peru/cusco/tours/andean-explorer-with-sacred-valley-and-rainbow-mountain-9-days/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/peru/cusco/?format=md