Sacred Valley & Machu Picchu 2-Day Tour with Hotel from Cusco

4.5 (23 reviews) Cusco, Peru
Duration2 days
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 10 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Explore the ancient civilization of the Incas on a 2-day guided tour through the Sacred Valley. Visit Pisaq on a 2-hour guided tour, enjoy Urubamba and Ollantaytambo before taking the train to Aguas Calientes, staying overnight there. All transportation from Cusco, Train tickets, buses up down to Machu Picchu, Entrance to the park, guided tour of Machu Picchu, and overnight in a 3-star hotel is included.

What's included

  • Hotel accommodation in Aguas Calientes 3*** Flower House Machupicchu or intipunku el Tambo
  • Tourist class train from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes Round trip
  • Bus Up and down to Machu Picchu
  • Machu Picchu admission fee - *See disclaimer in description regarding short notice bookings.
  • Assistance of the company
  • Transportation from Ollantaytambo to Cusco
  • Lunch
  • Guided tour for 2 hours in Machu Picchu English speaking guide
  • Breakfast at the hotel
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Cusco
  • Tour guide for the Sacred Valley of the Incas and Machu Picchu
  • Comfortable bus for Sacred Sacred Valley tour
  • Tourist ticket only for sacred valley 70 Soles OR
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Gratuities
  • Sacred Valley of the Incas

What to expect

Day 1: Sacred Valley
  1. Sacred Valley
    8h · Admission ticket not included
    We will drive to Pisac to discover our first Inca ruins of the tour. And then we will head back into the town to visit the most colorful and traditional local market in Pisaq. Our sightseeing continues and we will continue our drive through beautiful Sacred Valley. This area was the breadbasket of the Incas and still produces large amounts of corn on the Inca terraces that will be visible along the ride. Our next destination is Urubamba, where we'll enjoy lunch around 1:00 pm in one of the local restaurants. The last Inca ruin site of the day is known as Ollantaytambo (Inca palace). This site was built with pink granite rocks and is another impressive example of Inca craftsmanship. Here you can see the second biggest rock from the Inca’s time (90 tons) which was used as part of the Temple of the Sun.
    You will walk for about 15 minutes to head to the train station in the town. Your train departure time depends on availability) to Aguas Calientes, which will be a 2 hour journey..
Day 2: Machu Picchu
  1. Machu Picchu
    2h
    Today is the most important day, as we will be visiting Machu, so wake up early in the morning to enjoy breakfast at the hotel and then head to the bus station to try to catch one of the first buses, beginning at 5:30 am. Up in Machu Picchu is our job to take you to the best spot to overlook all the ruins and get a panoramic view of the landscape and the mountains. You will then have a 2 hour guided tour in Machu Picchu, with plenty of free time afterwards to explore on your own. If you have tickets to climb the amazing Huaynapicchu or Machupicchu Mountain, your guide will direct you to where this hike begins. Please make sure this is arranged at least a month in advance of your visit, as tickets do sell out. Once you are done exploring all Machu Picchu has to offer, you will take a bus down to Aguas Calientes. Then we will take an afternoon train back to Ollantaytambo and from there we will take you back to Cusco where we will drop you off at your hotel.
  2. Machu Picchu
    Pass by
    LEGAL NOTICE:
    Machu Picchu online tickets often sell out months ahead. The Cultural Office in Aguas Calientes releases a limited number for in-person purchase only.
    August, and most of September 2025 are already sold out for online reservations. If online tickets are sold out, arrive early the day before with your passport to buy in person. In busy times, you may need 2–3 extra nights in Aguas Calientes.

    Our local team, based in Aguas Calientes, is actively monitoring ticket availability and will provide you with timely updates. We’ll guide you on exactly when to arrive and assist with any necessary changes, On arrival, your guide will meet you in Aguas Calientes and help you through the entire process.

    Please note: August, and most of September 2025 are already sold out for advance online reservations.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

We pick up from Hotels in Cusco located in the Historical Center only. Please provide the name of your hotel at the time of booking.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Minimum age is 5 years
  • Passport name, number, expiry, and the country is required at time of booking for all participants
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately (rain poncho is necessary for rain season)
  • (Customer should come to our Office in cusco at least 1 day before to receive the last instructions or call us to this numbers +51 84 200274 )

Cancellation policy

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

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