2 Day Tour Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu by Train

Day 1: Cusco | Andean Weavers and Alpacas | Salt Mines | Moray and Ollantaytambo Inca sites | Train to Aguas Calientes

1. Cusco
   15m
   After breakfast at your hotel in Cusco, the guide will pick you up from your accommodation to begin your trip to the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Enjoy its Andean landscapes, its welcoming people, and the incredible archaeological sites that make this tour an unforgettable experience.
2. Complejo Arqueologico Chinchero
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   After an hour's journey from Cusco, we arrived in the charming town of Chinchero. We will visit a local family that keeps the traditions of Andean weaving alive. You can meet their alpacas and llamas, feed them, take photos, and discover the ancient natural dyeing techniques with which they create their colorful handmade textiles.
3. Maras Moray Tours
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   Admire the impressive circular terraces of Moray, surrounded by the majestic Andes. Your guide will reveal how the Incas experimented with different microclimates to grow their food. A fascinating place that combines engineering, history, and natural beauty.
4. Salinas de Maras
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   We will observe the thousands of salt ponds of Maras, which have been in use since the Inca era. This place offers one of the most representative views of the Sacred Valley, the guide will be delighted to capture this moment for you. Afterward, we will continue the tour to enjoy a traditional lunch.
5. Urubamba
   1h
   Enjoy a buffet lunch at one of the best restaurants in the Sacred Valley, with over 50 options of Peruvian gastronomy, including salads, soups, main courses, and typical desserts. Vegetarian options are also offered.
6. Archaeological Park Ollantaytambo
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   We will visit the terraces and ruins of Ollantaytambo, an important military, religious, and agricultural center that protected the entrance to the road to Machu Picchu. This place was the scene of significant events during the Spanish invasion. At the end of the visit, we will head to the train station to board the selected service (regular train, panoramic train, or observatory train, according to your reservation). During the journey of approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes, you can enjoy spectacular Andean landscapes and the Urubamba River, heading to Aguas Calientes.
7. Aguas Calientes
   1h
   Upon arrival in Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu town), staff will be waiting for you at the train station exit to take you to your hotel. After check-in, you will have the afternoon free to rest or explore the town on your own.

Day 2: Guided tour of Machu Picchu and in the afternoon return to Cuzco

1. Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu
   3h · Admission ticket included
   After breakfast at the hotel, we will go with the guide to the bus station, which will take us to the main gate of the Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu. We will begin a guided tour of the main areas of the Inca citadel, touring its squares, temples, and finely carved stone stairways. During the tour, your guide will share the historical and spiritual aspects that make Machu Picchu one of the seven wonders of the modern world. At the end of the guided tour, you will have free time to explore the site on your own and enjoy the surroundings. Later, we will take the return bus to Aguas Calientes, where you will have time to have lunch (lunch not included). 2:00 PM At the indicated time, we will board the train back to Ollantaytambo station, enjoying the impressive landscapes of the valley again.
2. Ollantaytambo
   15m
   Upon arrival at the Ollantaytambo train station, transportation will be waiting to take you back to your hotel in Cusco. Estimated time of arrival: 6:00 p.m.

Pickup details

We will meet directly at your hotel reception. Please make sure to be ready about 10 to 15 minutes before the scheduled time. Our guide/driver will ask for you at the reception.

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness