2-Day Tour from Cusco: Sacred Valley & Machu Picchu by Train

Cusco, Peru
Duration2 days
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, French, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

The Incredible Train Journey to the Inca Citadel
Machu Picchu is a tourist destination that thousands
of people dream of visiting. It’s considered one of the
architectural and engineering wonders that the Incas
built and indescribable energy that renews the spirit.
Andean culture, history, and tradition await you in this
magical, mystical place.
Many visitors to Peru opt to hike to the UNESCO World
Heritage Site. Let us plan every detail of this exciting
adventure so all you have to do is sit back and enjoy the
experience.

Options

Comfort Class Accommodation

Tierra Viva or similar
Pickup included

Tourist Superior Accommodation

Pickup included

What's included

  • 1-night accommodation in Aguas Calientes
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Train ticket Poroy - Ollantaytambo - Aguas Calientes - Ollantaytambo - Cusco
  • Lunch
  • Round-Trip bus Ticket Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu
  • Breakfast
  • Transport by private vehicle
  • Entrance Ticket to Machu Picchu Archaeological Site
  • Certified English / Spanish speaking guide
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips
  • Meals and drinks not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Travel insurance

What to expect

Day 1: Chinchero - Maras - Moray - Ollantaytambo - Aguas Calientes
  1. Sacred Valley
    7h · Admission ticket included
    Our Sacred Valley of the Incas tour begins at approximately 6:30 AM. After a 30-minute drive, we'll arrive at Chinchero, where we'll visit a local community to explore a textile interpretation center. Enjoying colorful landscapes along the way, we'll reach Maras, a traditional town famous for the Maras Salt Mines, also known as "salt pans," consisting of about 3,000 small pools owned by local people. Next, we'll visit Moray, considered an Inca agricultural research center where experiments were conducted on crops at different altitudes. We'll continue our journey to Urubamba for a buffet lunch at a local restaurant. Afterward, we'll visit Ollantaytambo, the only city that still maintains the urban layout created by the great Inca architects. After this experience, you'll board your selected train to Aguas Calientes. Upon arrival, you'll be met and transferred to your hotel
Day 2: Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu - Ollantaytambo - Cusco
  1. Machu Picchu
    3h
    Get up early to take the bus to Machu
    Picchu and avoid the large crowds of tourists
    in this place. You’ll have an approximately two-hour guided tour to all the important
    sectors. In addition, you can enjoy one of the
    additional hikes on the mountain if you booked
    your tickets in advance. Then, you’ll descend to
    Aguas Calientes.
    Lunch time and explore a little more
    before heading to the train station. You’ll
    board the train back to Cusco. Once there,
    our private transport will take you back to your
    accommodation in the city.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Plaza de Armas Cusco (main square)

End point

Plaza de Armas Cusco (main square)

Pickup details

Pick up from hotels in the center of Cusco. The hotel's pick up/drop off outside has an extra charge.

Additional information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
  • Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
  • It is recommended that you wear comfortable shoes and bring a jacket
  • Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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