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Mystical and Esoteric Machu Picchu with Shaman Guide | 2026

6 days / 5 nights • Pilgrimages in the heart of the Andes with a shaman guide

Duration 6 Days / 5 Nights
Availability All year round
Category Mystical / Spiritual
Group Regular with Shaman Guide

The Mystical Experience

We want you to get to know much more of Peru than you would in a normal travel package. Our team has designed this itinerary so that you can participate in our ancestral traditions while learning about the history and esoteric side of the most important archaeological sites in Cusco, such as Machu Picchu.

This itinerary will allow you to connect with nature and your inner self, following the same rituals and ceremonies that our people have been performing for centuries. The best part is that each excursion is led by a shaman guide, so you can have a deeper experience in the Andes!

Detailed Itinerary

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Day by day

DAY 1 Arrival in Cusco - Transfer to hotel
  • Reception at Cusco airport and transfer to the hotel.
  • Welcome with coca tea to help with altitude sickness symptoms.
  • Hotel check-in and explanation of places of interest with a city map.
  • Recommendations for restaurants, exchange offices, shops and more.
  • Free afternoon to rest and acclimatize (Cusco is located at 3,399 m / 11,152 ft above sea level).

Important Note: We recommend taking a few hours to get used to the altitude before exploring the Historic Center of Cusco.

Accommodation: Cusco

DAY 2 Archaeological City Tour in Cusco with Shaman Guide
  • Breakfast at the hotel.
  • 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM - Walk through the historic center with local guide (exclusive tour for Inka Rainbow passengers).
  • Afternoon - Archaeological City Tour with Shaman Guide: visit to Sacsayhuamán, the Qoricancha Temple and other attractions.
  • Explanation of the mystical and esoteric characteristics of each archaeological site.
  • Meditation in one of the most important fortresses to connect with the wind element.
  • Ritual of connection with Mother Earth and Mother Nature.

Accommodation: Cusco

DAY 3 Moray, Maras Salt Mines and Ollantaytambo | Sacred Fire Ceremony
  • Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Visit to the Moray agricultural center (circular terraces with mystical purpose).
  • Stop at the Maras Salt Mines.
  • Exploration of Ollantaytambo, a town lost in time with beautiful urban and natural settings.
  • Cleansing ceremony to purify the soul and body of bad energies using fire and smoke.
  • Direct connection with the Apus and Allpa Mama.

Accommodation: Sacred Valley of the Incas

DAY 4 Pisac, Inkariy Museum and Aguas Calientes
  • Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Urco Ceremony in a beautiful corner of the Sacred Valley: meditation and learning about the Andean worldview.
  • Visit to the Inkariy Museum: esoteric knowledge of pre-Inca cultures (Caral, Chavín, Paracas, Moche, Nasca, Wari, Lambayeque, Chimú).
  • Lunch to taste Peruvian gastronomy.
  • Train to Aguas Calientes.

Accommodation: Aguas Calientes

DAY 5 Tour to Machu Picchu with Shaman Guide
  • Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Train from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes with landscapes of the Sacred Valley and the Vilcanota River (Wilka Mayu).
  • Bus ascent to the Machu Picchu citadel.
  • Guided tour by Shaman Guide: mysteries, worldview and spiritual traditions of the Inca culture.
  • Symbolic meditation asking permission from the Apus (complete rituals are not allowed inside the site).
  • Free time to explore, rest, meditate and feel the spiritual energy of the sanctuary.
  • Buffet lunch at the Sanctuary Lodge restaurant – Machu Picchu.
  • Bus descent to Aguas Calientes and train back to Ollantaytambo or Poroy.
  • Private transfer to the hotel in Cusco.

Accommodation: Cusco

DAY 6 Transfer to Cusco Airport
  • Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Transfer to the airport 2 hours before flight departure.

Quick Tip: If your flight departs in the afternoon, take the opportunity to visit museums in the historic center: Museum of Contemporary Art, Regional Museum, Qorikancha Museum and Popular Art Museum (entrances included in the Tourist Ticket).

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Tour Information

Includes

  • 3 nights of hotel in Cusco with breakfast
  • 1 night of hotel in Urubamba with breakfast
  • 1 night of hotel in Aguas Calientes with breakfast
  • Cusco city tour (courtesy of Inka Rainbow)
  • Archaeological City Tour in Cusco + water bottle (Regular Service - Shaman Guide)
  • Moray Tour + Box lunch (Regular Service - Shaman Guide)
  • Sacred Valley of the Incas Tour + buffet lunch + water bottle (Regular Service - Shaman Guide)
  • Guided visit to Machu Picchu (Regular Service - Shaman Guide)
  • Entrance to Machu Picchu
  • Tourist Train (Ollantaytambo > Aguas Calientes)
  • Tourist Bus Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu (round trip)
  • Tourist Train (Aguas Calientes > Ollantaytambo)
  • Entrances to all archaeological complexes on the itinerary
  • Private transfers: Airport ↔ Hotel, Station ↔ Hotel
  • 24-hour assistance in Spanish and English
  • Professional shaman guides on all tours

Not Included

  • Travel insurance
  • Domestic or international air tickets
  • Meals and drinks not mentioned above
  • Extra expenses: personal, laundry, phone calls
  • Optional services (Lunch at Sanctuary Lodge already included in this tour)

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes this tour special?

This tour is designed so that you can participate in ancestral traditions while learning about the history and esoteric side of the archaeological sites. Each excursion is led by a shaman guide, allowing you to connect with nature and your inner self following rituals and ceremonies that have been performed for centuries.

What ceremonies are held during the tour?

The tour includes several ceremonies: meditation at Sacsayhuamán to connect with the wind element, ritual of connection with Mother Earth, Sacred Fire Ceremony to cleanse bad energies, Urco Ceremony in the Sacred Valley, and a symbolic meditation at Machu Picchu asking permission from the Apus.

How do I prepare for the altitude in Cusco?

We recommend arriving at least one day in advance to acclimatize. Drink plenty of water, avoid heavy meals, and drink coca tea. Cusco is at 3,399 m / 11,152 ft above sea level, so it is advisable to take a few hours to get used to it before exploring the city.

Can I customize the itinerary?

Of course! This tour is 100% customizable. You can add more days, modify activities, or include additional experiences to deepen your spiritual connection with the Andes.

What happens if it rains during the tour?

The tour operates under any weather conditions. In case of rain, we provide rain ponchos and adapt activities as needed. Rain is considered a blessing in the Andean worldview.

Can I climb Huayna Picchu mountain?

Yes, but it requires advance reservation (minimum 3-4 months in advance) because spaces are limited. It has an additional cost. Consult us at the time of booking to check availability.

What is the cancellation policy?

Cancellations more than 60 days in advance: 90% refund. Between 30-60 days: 70% refund. Between 15-30 days: 50% refund. Less than 15 days: no refund. We recommend purchasing travel insurance that covers cancellations.