Machu Picchu & Sacred Valley 2-Day Tour

4.9 (83 reviews) Cusco, Peru
Duration2 days
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesPortuguese, English, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 16 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Make your way to Machu Picchu more exciting with a stopover in the Sacred Valley of the Incas! We want you to experience our history and culture to their fullest, which is why we have prepared this itinerary so you can:

• Enjoy the beautiful natural setting of the Sacred Valley.
• Learn about our traditional textiles at the Awanakancha Museum.
• Discover the outstanding Pisac Archeological Site.
• Sample the best of our gastronomy along the Urubamba River.
• Visit the beautiful Ollantaytambo town and discover the secrets behind its ruins.
• Travel across the Andes and the cloud forest on a magical train ride.
• Stay in the heart of the high jungle, surrounded by a flourishing nature.
• Explore the Machu Picchu citadel and rediscover its history.

Travel in comfort and in style but most importantly unwind your mind as you immerse yourself in the everlasting energy of the Andes.

Options

Private tour +Expedition train

Private Machu Picchu Tour
Private Sacred Valley Tour
Expedition train tickets
Pickup included

Private tour +Vistadome train

Private Machu Picchu Tour
Private Sacred Valley Tour
Vistadome return train tickets: Vistadome tickets between Aguas Calientes - Cusco and Expedition tickets between Ollantaytambo - Aguas Calientes are included
Pickup included

Group tour +Expedition train

Group tour: Machu Picchu & Sacred Valley Tours (Group Services)
Expedition train tickets
Pickup included

What's included

  • Round trip bus ticket to Machu Picchu
  • Round trip train tickets Ollantaytambo - Aguas Calientes (Tourist class)
  • Sacred Valley of the Incas guided tour - 16 passengers max.
  • Lunch
  • Pisac & Ollantaytambo entrance ticket.
  • Breakfast
  • Machu Picchu guided tour
  • 1 night at a 3-star hotel in Aguas Calientes
  • 24 hours assistance in English, Spanish or Portuguese
  • Transport to and from Ollantaytambo and Poroy train stations
  • Pick up and Drop off at Cusco hotel
  • Professional tour guide in Spanish, English or Portuguese (not a bilingual tour)
  • Personalized concierge
  • Machu Picchu entrance ticket
  • Admission tickets to Huayna Picchu mountain (optional hike, must be booked in advance)
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips
  • Travel insurance
  • International or national flights
  • Meals and drinks not mentioned
  • Hotel upgrades or extra nights
  • Early check-in / Late check-out

What to expect

Day 1: Sacred Valley Tour
  1. Awana Kancha
    20m
    Our adventure will start in the morning, heading towards the Awanakancha Museum, an animal shelter with an exhibition of traditional Peruvian textiles.
  2. Parque Arqueologico Pisac
    1h · Admission ticket included
    The Archeological Site of Pisac is located at 3,300 meters above sea level, offering incredible views of its surroundings and the Sacred Valley.
  3. Pisac Market
    40m
    It is one of the largests local markets in the whole region. The Pisac Artisan Market comprehends a cultural expression full of diversity, where the most talented artisans sell their handmade pieces, as well as food, vegetables, fruits, and more.
  4. Urubamba
    1h
    After a whole morning full of history and adventure, now it’s time to take a break and enjoy the famous peruvian gastronomy in a buffet restaurant. At Tunupa Restaurant, you will be surrounded by the soothing sound of the Urubamba River.
  5. Archaeological Park Ollantaytambo
    1h · Admission ticket included
    The small town of Ollantaytambo is one of the perfect examples of Inca urbanism. Its cobbled streets will leave you breathless as well as the Inca open draining system. You will also visit the archeological site, recognized as the only place that defeated the Spanish army during colonization for almost 50 years.
  6. 15m
    You will continue your experience to Aguas Calientes with a train ride from the Ollantaytambo Train Station. At your arrival in Aguas Calientes, one of our guides will take you to your hotel.
Day 2: Machu Picchu & Return to Cusco
  1. Machupicchu
    2h · Admission ticket included
    Early in the morning, our team will pick you up from the hotel to board the bus up to Machu Picchu. The bus ride takes about 30 minutes from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu’s main entrance.

    Our professional guide will provide details and information about this wonder of the world, including the mysteries and fascinating facts of the Inca culture. After our time in Machu Picchu, we’ll go back to Aguas Calientes to return to the city of Cusco.
  2. 15m
    On this occasion, the train will take you to Poroy Train Station, which is located 30 minutes away from Cusco. Our team will be waiting for you to transfer you back to the hotel in Cusco.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

• We offer pick up services from several locations within the center of Cusco.
• If your accommodation isn’t listed, we’ll find a meeting point near you.
• You will receive a confirmed pick up time upon booking.

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Children under 5 years of age are free of charge as long as they do not occupy a seat.
  • We will require your passport details in order to book your train and Machu Picchu entrance ticket. Please enter this information upon booking.
  • Tours depart between 7:30 am and 8:00 am. Your exact pickup time will be confirmed once we receive your hotel or pick up address.
  • It is worth noting that PeruRail does not allow passengers to choose seats on any of their different types of train, as the distribution is done automatically by the company’s system.

Cancellation policy

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

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