On a clear day, the snow-capped peak of Ausangate can be seen from the city of Cusco. It is one of the most sacred mountains in all of Peru and is home to one of the country’s most picturesque landscapes. The most visited of which are the crystal-clear waters of its famous seven alpine lagoons.
The Ausangate full day tour, begins with a 3-hour drive from Cusco to the small mountain community of Pacchanta, located at an altitude of 4,200 meters. The hike thereafter is a 3-hour adventure around the breathtaking seven lagoons.
Another highlight of the seven lagoons tour is a chance to warm your bones during a relaxing dip in the hot springs of Pacchanta. Situated at the foot of the sacred peak of Ausangate, amidst the backdrop of the Cordillera del Vilcanota, the temperature of the natural waters of the baths range between 38ºC and 44ºC.
Lugares que visitarás
Pacchanta
Ausangate Mountain
Seven Lagoons
Hot Springs Ausangate
The Ausangate 7 Lagoons Tour begins with pick up at 5am from your hotel in Cusco.
Your private transportation will then take you on a 3-hour drive through the picturesque towns and valleys of the Peruvian Andes, until you reach the community of Pacchanta that sits at an altitude of 4,200 meters at the foot of the Ausangate Mountain.
Upon arrival in Pacchanta, you will eat a delicious breakfast amidst the stunning backdrop of the Ausangate Mountain range, before preparing to start the hike. After breakfast, you will follow the mountain trail up to the 7 lagoons, which will take approximately 90 minutes by hiking or 1 hour by horse (not included).
Once you reach the turquoise shores of the lakes, your guide will grant you free time to explore and take photos. The Ausangate 7 Lagoons are named Pucacocha Lagoon, Patacocha Lagoon, Alqacocha Lagoon, Qomercocha Lagoon, Orco Otorongo Lagoon, China Otorongo Lagoon and Azul Cocha Lagoon.
With a camera full of souvenir photos, you will say goodbye to the waters of the majestic lakes and follow your guide back to the community of Pacchanta. The afternoon will then gift you with an opportunity to warm your bones and sore muscles during a relaxing dip in the hot springs.
After revitalising yourself in the thermal baths, you will enjoy a freshly prepared lunch whilst learning about the culture and history of Pacchanta and Ausangate.
The return journey to Cusco thereafter will be a 3-hour drive through stunning Andean Valleys, until you are transferred to your hotel in the city for approximately 5:30 pm.
Included
Pick up from your hotel in Cusco
Professional English/Spanish speaking tour guide
Private transport to and from Pacchanta
Food : 1 Breakfast and 1 Lunch
Entrance ticket to Seven Lagoons
Trekking poles – 2 per person
First aid kit and oxygen bottle
Not Included
Optional entrance to Pacchanta hot springs (S / .10 soles)
Tips for the tour guide and driver (optional)
Snacks and extra drinks.
Recommendations to bring
Original passport – expiration date no less than 7 months
Walking shoes or light shoes or tennis shoes
Bathing suit for optional swim in the hot springs
Canteen water bottle as you should drink plenty of fluid on the tour
Raincoat or long poncho during the rainy season
Long sleeve shirts
Long pants
Sunscreen
Wide-brimmed hat – Sun’s rays are strong at altitude
Sunglasses
Medicines and / or personal effects
A small light backpack
Camera or phone camera
Cash/coins – small denominations – soles & dollars
Immigration card (delivered on the airport upon entering Peru)
Good quality backpack (medium sized)
Water storage bottle or canteen: Camelbak bottles are recommended, but all need to be sufficient to hold 1-2 litres
Comfortable shoes, preferably light with good soles (waterproof goretex for rainy seasons)
BAGGAGE
TOILET ARTICLES
IN YOUR BACKPACK
Información adicional
For the reservation of this tour a minimum of 02 people is required.
We in the package include emergency horse to ride (01 horse per person).
WHY BOOK WITH US?
We are one of the only companies that organize tours of the Mountain of Colors descending through the Red Valley many offer the red valley but only carry a viewpoint and then return to the same place, we go down the Red Valley, where the views and Where is one of the only groups.
We do a direct job for passengers (contract between Operator and Passenger), we do not use intermediaries, we do not give commissi
eople (from Cusco), tourism professionals who have constant training courses and good customer service (Client = Friend), which guarantees the service we provide.
We are really a Tour Operator wi
ons to Agencies or third parties that inflate costs.
Our entire team is 100% local pth all the permits and certificates granted by the Provincial municipality of Cusco and the Ministry of Foreign Trade and Tourism (DIRCETUR and MINCETUR).
We have 09 years of experience in the market, we know our region and work area perfectly, in addition to the failures of other companies, so we have the necessary knowledge to quickly and efficiently solve any unforeseen or mishap that could arise accidentally (those small details are our difference).
Our Clients are our best test, see what people say about MACHU PICCHU VIAJES PERU (Tripadvisor).
Where does the tour start and end?
All ours tours begins with the pick up to the tourists at the door of their hotels “We pick up to our clients from any hotel located in the city of Cusco”, We recommend to stay close to the historical center of the city of Cusco, it will make it easier to find your hotel.
All our tours ends at the door of the hotels, it means the tours will finish with transfer to your respective hotel located in Cusco.
How to prevent altitude sickness?
The altitude sickness or soroche can cause you some discomfort during your visit such as dizziness, fatigue or nausea. Try to avoid alcoholic beverages and fatty foods before the visit.
To reduce symptoms, try to acclimatize yourself one day before to the altitude of the city of Cusco. We recommend to drink infusions of coca leaf (natural plant used by the Incas) is an excellent option to avoid the actitude sickness.
How is the accommodation?
For all the tours which include hotels. We offer hotels of 3* and 4* category, it has spacious and comfortable rooms, bathrooms, hot showers and bueffet breakfast. If the tourist like, you can change the accommodation to a better service. You just have to request it via email for an additional cost.
Which season is the best time to visit Cusco and Machu Picchu?
The dry season months between April to December are the best time to come and visit Cusco. During those days the possibility of rain is very little, so the roads are not swampy and the landscapes can be better to enjoy and takes the best pictures. On the other hand, the months with the most rain are January, February and March.
What are the coldest months in Cusco Peru?
The coldest season in Cusco are in the months from May to July. During this time the sun is strong in the day, but once it goes down or you spend much time in the shade, it can get very cold. It can go below zero at night, so warm clothes and Jackets are necessary to bring during these months.
How long in advance can I request the tour?
We recommend to purchase the tours weeks or months in advance, this because the train and Machu Picchu tickets has a limit of spaces, dont wait until the lust minute to book your tour, other ways you will not be able to find spaces.
During the trip to Machu Picchu, where the big luggages will stay?
The train company that operates to Machu Picchu does not allow the traveler to carry a suitcase that weighs more than 7 kilograms. To go up and visit the city of Machu Picchu, it is recommended to carry a light and small backpack for your convenience; the rest of the luggages you can leave them without any problem at the storage of your hotel in Cusco, or you can also leave at our office in Cusco city, we have an storage too.
Very Important in case you want to book the Inca trail to Machu Picchu:
CLASSIC INCA TRAIL 4 DAYS: If you want to book the Classic Inca Trail 4 days, you must to book early to get your desired date. Depending on the month you prefer to do the hike, you may need to book 6 months or more in advance, the limit of spaces for the inca trail 4 days is 400 people per each day.
SHORT INCA TRAIL: If you are booking the 1 or 2 day Inca Trail, it is preferred that you also book in advance, however 2 to 4 month in advance would be good, the limit of spaces for the short inca trail is 200 people per each day.
When is the best season to hike the Inca Trail?
The best time of year to do the inca trail is between May to October, with August and September being the best months of all. The trail is dry and the weather is lovely. During the rainy season between November to April the trail will be wet and can make it more difficult.
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Our guide and driver could not have been more helpful. The bus was just for us but was modern, clean and tidy. The visits to the archaeological sites and the weavers were fascinating and breaks were timed around our needs. I can't recommend this outing too highly.
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5.0
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We spent 3 full days with Domingo combining the 2-day Sacred Valley/Machu Pichu tour
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Domingo provided insight we couldn't have achieved on our own,
while giving us our space to explore and enjoy the surrounding at our own pace. Domingo
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Domingo help make this trip a marvelous and memorable adventure..
Agos B|Jan 2026
5.0
An unforgettable tour
Excellent planning and accompaniment of the whole team. A lot of professionalism on the part of agents and guides.
The only thing we didn't like was the little lunch option. While the buffet was optional, there were no other options either or told us in any previous village if we wanted to buy our lunch beforehand. We were practically forced to buy that lunch which by the way we found expensive.
Meena G|Dec 2025
5.0
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Our 14-day trip to Peru with Machu Picchu Valjes was absolutely seamless from start to finish. Traveling to a new continent with children where there is a language barrier can be daunting, but this team made us feel completely at home. From the moment we landed until the moment we departed, we had professional, prompt guides and drivers by our side.
Mitzi A|Dec 2025
5.0
Positive experience for private tour
Very pleasant, clear and close experience from the point of view of doubts for quotation, simple and totally secure contract and international payment process, very personalized treatment and quick responses after payment and contract for the logistics of the activity, I highly recommend it, all the team very prepared and extremely friendly.
Excelente experiencia!!! Realmente es un lugar maravilloso donde se conjuga la naturaleza con el ingenio del inca. Ademas nuestro guia Yorgan nos acompaño a traves de estos dos dias brindando sus excelentes conocimientos academicos como asi tambien su respeto, compromiso y calidez en su trabajo!!!! Excelente!!!! La proxima pensamos recorrer el camino del inca de 65 km!!!! La empresa Machu Pichu Viajes es muy recomendable, horarios, los guias en gral. diempre muy atentos como asi tambien los hoteles muy buenos!!!
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5.0
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5.0
Excelente empresa donde su gran cualidad es la comunicación antes durante y después del programa de viajes. Hicimos Cusco y Machu Picchu con yorgan el guía que con su humildad y robustez estos 4 días hizo una muy buena experiencia..las unidades de traslado los choferes, la ayuda en la gestión de entradas fueron de gran valor agregado..gracias seguro que volveremos
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5.0
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