Small-group package
Killa Qawarinampac (5 Days)
Five days that combine Cusco's cultural circuit with two days in the high mountains: city tour with dinner and show, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Humantay Lake and Salkantay Pass with a night in an igloo.
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Pickup from your hotel in Cusco's historic center or at Plazoleta Regocijo
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The Cusco City Tour with dinner and show, the Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, and Humantay Lake with Salkantay Pass
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Five days of culture and high mountains, with a night in an igloo at Sky Camp
Killa Qawarinampac is a 5-day package that combines Cusco’s classic cultural circuit with a two-day mountain trip, with nothing to book separately and in small groups of up to 8 people.
The first three days cover the Cusco City Tour with dinner and show, the Sacred Valley (Chinchero, Ollantaytambo and Pisac) and the Machu Picchu Historic Sanctuary, by panoramic train. Days four and five are spent at Sky Camp: a hike from Challacancha to Soraypampa, the climb to Humantay Lake, a night in an igloo and, the next day, the 7 Snakes trail up to Salkantay Pass, a round-trip hike of about 6 hours.
It costs US$ 947 per person and includes the general Cusco Tourist Ticket (Boleto Turístico General), the Maras salt mines (Salineras de Maras), train, Consettur bus, Machu Picchu ticket, Salkantay and Humantay Lake entrance fees, the night at Sky Camp, private camping equipment and 14 meals. If you prefer the cultural circuit without the mountains, see the 3-day package; and if you also want to add Vinicunca, the 6-day Urcu Llimpicuna. Machu Picchu circuits and schedules are published on the official website of Peru’s Ministry of Culture, and Cusco Tourist Ticket rates on the official COSITUC rate list.
Culture and mountains in one program
Three days of archaeological sites and two in the high mountains, with no separate tours to book and no repeated transfers.
A night at Sky Camp
Igloo lodging right in the mountains, with private camping facilities and equipment (dining tent, kitchen, tables and chairs).
Humantay Lake and Salkantay Pass
The glacial lake on day four and, on day five, the climb along the 7 Snakes trail to the pass, with explanations of Salkantay's importance in the Andean worldview.
Almost everything included
General Cusco Tourist Ticket, Maras salt mines, panoramic train, Consettur bus, Machu Picchu ticket, Salkantay and Humantay Lake entrance fees, a night at Sky Camp and 14 meals.
Itinerary
Your 5-day program, day by day
Day 1 · Cusco City Tour and dinner show (from 8:30 a.m.)
- Pickup from your hotelDeparture for the historic center to start the tour.
- Koricancha TempleVisit to the temple known for its blend of Inca and Spanish architecture.
- Sacsayhuamán, Qenqo, Puca Pucara and TambomachayMinibus tour of the four archaeological sites, including the Inca's Bath and its water worship ceremonies.
- Cusco CathedralThe tour ends at the Plaza de Armas after about four and a half hours.
- Dinner showReturn to your hotel to get ready, then head to the dinner show in the heart of Cusco.
Day 2 · Sacred Valley of the Incas (8:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.)
- 7:30 a.m. · Pickup from your hotelDeparture from downtown Cusco to the Sacred Valley.
- ChincheroVisit to the town and its ancestral farming and weaving traditions with Inca iconography.
- Urubamba · Buffet lunchLunch included before continuing.
- OllantaytamboVisit to the fortress town, with its astronomical, urban, farming and herding structures and its hydraulic engineering.
- PisacVisit to the archaeological complex and the craft market before returning to Cusco.
Day 3 · Machu Picchu Historic Sanctuary (approx. 3:40 a.m. – 8:30 p.m.)
- Pickup from your hotelTransfer by road to the Ollantaytambo train station.
- Panoramic train to Aguas CalientesA ride with valley views to the town of Machu Picchu.
- Consettur bus to the sanctuaryBus ride up from Aguas Calientes to the entrance of the citadel.
- Guided tour of Machu PicchuTour of the archaeological complex with expert guides, plus free time to explore on your own.
- Return to CuscoReturn by bus and train, arriving around 8:30 p.m.
Day 4 · Cusco – Challacancha – Soraypampa – Sky Camp – Humantay Lake (from 4:40 a.m.)
- 2-hour drive from CuscoEarly-morning departure toward the mountains.
- Mollepata · BreakfastFirst stop in town for breakfast.
- Challacancha · Start of the hikeA scenic trail that follows the canyon valley, with your first views of Humantay peak.
- Sky Camp · Lunch and check-inArrival at camp, lunch and settling into your igloo.
- Humantay LakeHike to the glacial lake, with time for photos, and return to Soraypampa for dinner and the night.
Day 5 · Sky Camp – Salkantay Pass – Soraypampa – Cusco (until 6 p.m.)
- Early breakfastWe start the day with plenty of energy before the main hike.
- 7 Snakes trailClimb toward Salkantay Pass along this iconic stretch of the route.
- Salkantay PassTime at the top to rest and take in the snow-capped peaks, with your guide's explanation of Salkantay's importance in the Andean worldview. The round trip takes about 6 hours.
- Sky Camp · LunchDescent to camp for lunch before heading back.
- Return to CuscoTransfer in comfortable transportation to your hotel, arriving around 6 p.m.
What does your 5-day Killa Qawarinampac package include?
No surprises and no fine print: here’s exactly what the service covers and what you’ll pay separately on the day of the tour.
5 days
4,600 m (15,090 ft) above sea level
Day 1: 8:30 a.m. Day 2: 8:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. Day 3: approx. 3:40 a.m. – 8:30 p.m. Days 4 and 5: from 4:40 a.m. on day four to 6 p.m. on day five
English or Spanish
Included
- Pickup from your hotel in Cusco's historic center or at Plazoleta Regocijo, plus round-trip transportation on every tour
- Bilingual tour guide (English or Spanish) and a personalized tour in small groups of up to 8 people
- Round-trip panoramic train ticket (Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes), Consettur bus ticket, Machu Picchu Historic Sanctuary ticket, general Cusco Tourist Ticket (Boleto Turístico General, BTG) and Maras salt mines entrance
- Salkantay and Humantay Lake entrance fees, with private camping facilities and equipment (dining tent, kitchen, tables and chairs)
- A night in an igloo at Sky Camp. Meals: 5 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 3 dinners and 1 dinner show
Not included
- Hot springs and Wayna Picchu tickets
- Trekking poles and sleeping bag
- Horse support on the trail (optional)
- Meals and drinks not mentioned, personal expenses and tips
Note: the tour cost is US$ 731 per person. Sleeping bags and trekking poles are not included but can be rented; ask us when you book. Horse support on the trail is an optional service at extra cost, and Wayna Picchu has limited spots. Please contact us before you buy.
Frequently asked questions
Here are answers to the most common questions, so you can book with confidence.
Do I need to acclimatize before the Killa Qawarinampac package?
The program is designed with that in mind: the first three days are easy to moderate and help you acclimatize before the two mountain days, which reach 4,600 m at Salkantay Pass. Even so, it’s a good idea to take it easy when you arrive in Cusco and stay well hydrated from day one.
How difficult is the package?
Mixed. Days 1 to 3 are cultural, with walks over stone terraces and stairways. Days 4 and 5 are in the high mountains: the climb to Humantay Lake and a round-trip hike of about 6 hours to Salkantay Pass. For this second part, you need to be in good physical shape.
Which tickets do I need to buy separately?
The package already includes the general Cusco Tourist Ticket, the Maras salt mines, the Machu Picchu ticket and the Salkantay and Humantay Lake entrance fees. You pay separately for Wayna Picchu, if you decide to add it, and for the hot springs.
What time does each day start?
Day 1: the city tour starts at 8:30 a.m. Day 2: the Sacred Valley runs from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Day 3: Machu Picchu, from about 3:40 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Days 4 and 5: the mountain trip starts at 4:40 a.m. on day four and ends at 6 p.m. on day five.
What should I bring?
Comfortable shoes for the cultural days and hiking boots for the mountains, a sleeping bag and poles (not included, available to rent), layers and a windbreaker, a rain jacket, gloves and a warm hat, a headlamp, sunglasses, sunscreen, cash for tips and, without fail, your original passport for Machu Picchu.
How do booking and payment work?
Before you buy, please contact us to confirm availability, since train tickets and Machu Picchu tickets are issued in each traveler’s name and Sky Camp spots are limited. Then we’ll go over each traveler’s details, equipment rental and all the logistics. We have English-speaking guides.
What happens if the weather affects one of the days?
Each day runs on its own. The cultural days operate year-round; in the mountains the weather can change quickly and, if conditions don’t allow a safe crossing to the pass, the guide adjusts the route or we agree with you on the best alternative.
How much does the 5-day Killa Qawarinampac package cost?
The price is US$ 947 per person. It includes round-trip transportation on every tour, a bilingual guide, round-trip panoramic train, Consettur bus, Machu Picchu ticket, general Cusco Tourist Ticket, Maras salt mines entrance, Salkantay and Humantay Lake entrance fees, a night at Sky Camp, private camping equipment, and 5 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 3 dinners and 1 dinner show.
What exactly do you visit on days 4 and 5?
The mountain trip goes from Cusco to Challacancha and Soraypampa, with the climb to Humantay Lake and a night in the Sky Camp igloos; on day five you hike the 7 Snakes trail to Salkantay Pass, a round trip of about 6 hours, and then return to Cusco. The product sheet also mentions «Ausangate» in the title of these days, but the actual itinerary covers Humantay and Salkantay: if you’re specifically interested in the Ausangate area, talk to us before you book.
Do I need to be in good shape for this package?
The first three days are cultural and moderately demanding. Days 4 and 5, however, are in the high mountains: you reach 4,600 m at Salkantay Pass and sleep at altitude. You don’t need technical experience, but you do need good physical fitness; the order of the program helps, because you reach the mountains after three days of acclimatization.
Ready to book or have a question?
Talk to one of our travel advisors in English. We reply Monday to Saturday, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. (Peru time, GMT-5).