Machu Picchu And Sacred Valley 2 Days Tour

Explore the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu with our 2-day tour! This incredible journey offers the opportunity to visit the region's most prominent archaeological sites, including Pisac and its Apu Inti Huatana mountain with terraced systems, as well as the craft markets, Ollantaytambo, and Urubamba.

We will stroll through the enchanting, historic streets of the Sacred Valley of the Incas, learn about the region’s culture and history, and visit the Pisac Craft Market. Around noon, we will stop in Urubamba for lunch and then head to Ollantaytambo, an archaeological site built by Inca Pachacutec with military, agricultural, and religious functions.

After the guided tour, we will head to the Ollantaytambo train station to board a train bound for the town of Aguas Calientes. The next day, we will take a bus to the Machu Picchu Citadel, accompanied by a professional guide. You will immerse yourself in Inca culture and discover the archaeological treasures of this majestic region, enjoying the beauty of nature while uncovering the culture, history, and heritage that surround it. This journey also includes a night in Aguas Calientes to explore the town and relax in its hot springs.

INCLUDES:

• Pre-tour assistance.
• Assistance during the whole tour.
• All transfers in tourist transportation.
• Professional guided tour, English — Spanish.
• All entrance tickets to archaeological sites and tourist attractions mentioned in the tour.
• Entrance to Machu Picchu circuit 2 (according to availability).
• Train ticket, Ollantaytambo — Aguas Calientes, round trip.
• Bus ticket Aguas Calientes — Machu Picchu, round trip.
• Buffet lunch in Urubamba.
• 01 night in Aguas Calientes.

NOT INCLUDED:

• Tips.
• Meals not mentioned.
• Other services not mentioned.

RECOMMENDATIONS:

• For our Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu Tour, it is important to bring your passport or identification document.
• Arrive half an hour before the train station, before the departure time, and present your ticket and identification document.
• It is advisable to carry cash, both in soles (Peruvian currency) and in dollars, as most places in Aguas Calientes do not accept credit cards. Although in the city of Cusco, Ollantaytambo, and Aguas Calientes there are ATMs available to withdraw money if necessary.
• Carry in a small backpack, a camera, a sun-protective hat, sunscreen, repellent, and a bottle of water.
• In Machu Picchu, you will climb many stairs, so wear suitable non-slip or non-slip shoes.
• Bring some snacks and a water bottle, as they will cost you double in the sanctuary.
• Visit and enjoy the thermal baths in Aguas Calientes.
• Regarding your luggage, you can take up to 7 kilos only on the train.
• In high season, the number of visitors to Machu Picchu increases, so in some cases, you may have to wait in line to board the bus to the Machu Picchu Sanctuary.

DAY 1: Cusco – Sacred Valley - Aguas Calientes

The tour begins with a 7:30 AM pickup from your hotel for an excursion to the Sacred Valley. Our first stop is the Pisac Archaeological Site, located 45 minutes from Cusco. Pisac, named after the Quechua word for 'partridge,' offers insight into Inca expertise through its terraces, architecture, and urban planning. As part of the Qhapaq Ñan road system, it connected the jungle—now the Manu National Reserve—with Cusco.

Around noon, we’ll stop in Urubamba for a buffet lunch featuring delicious Peruvian cuisine. In the afternoon, we explore the Ollantaytambo Archaeological Site, which once stored agricultural products and served as a military and religious center for the Incas. Its walls and watchtowers hint at its strategic use. Known as a city frozen in time for its Inca-colonial adaptation, Ollantaytambo is recognized as the “Best Tourist Town in the World”. Inca Pachacutec elevated the town to its peak splendor.

We conclude the day by boarding a train to Aguas Calientes, a charming town where we will spend the night, preparing for our visit to Machu Picchu the next day.

Overnight stay in Aguas Calientes.

INCLUDES:

• Transfers in tourist transportation.
• Assistance during the whole tour.
• Professional guided tour, English — Spanish.
• All entrance tickets to archaeological sites and tourist attractions mentioned in the tour.
• Train ticket, Ollantaytambo — Aguas Calientes.
• Buffet lunch.
• Hotel in Aguas Calientes.

NOT INCLUDED:

• Tips.
• Meals not mentioned.
• Other services not mentioned.

DAY 2: Machu Picchu — Cusco

We will depart early for the bus station, the starting point for our journey to the mystical Archaeological Sanctuary of Machu Picchu. During the 25-minute journey, excitement will fill the air, as if the surrounding mountains whisper ancient secrets with every breeze. Finally, we will arrive at Machu Picchu to witness the breathtaking sunrise and begin our tour.

Our expert guide will lead you through the Historical Sanctuary of Machu Picchu, immersing you in the captivating history and architecture of the citadel. You will witness the incredible achievements of the Incas and marvel at the natural surroundings that embrace them. Machu Picchu presents itself as a prodigy of engineering, art, and architecture, fused in perfect harmony with nature.

The citadel consists of both agricultural and urban areas, featuring squares, temples, roads, staircases, terraces, and aqueducts, among other fascinating elements. The agricultural terraces, known as andenes, are supported by imposing stone walls, while the hydraulic system uses channels and aqueducts for efficient water transport. Machu Picchu is considered a paradigm of agricultural engineering, where ancient wisdom meets technical perfection.

During the approximately 2-hour guided tour, you will travel through time, exploring every corner of this architectural wonder and uncovering the secrets of this historical treasure.

After the tour, we will take the bus back to Aguas Calientes, where you’ll have time for lunch before boarding the return train to Ollantaytambo. There, our team will be waiting to transfer you to your hotel in Cusco, concluding our exciting 2-day tour of the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu.

INCLUDES:

• Transfers in tourist transportation.
• Assistance during the whole tour.
• Professional guided tour, English — Spanish.
• All entrance tickets to tourist attractions mentioned in the tour.
• Entrance to Machu Picchu circuit 2 (according to availability).
• Train ticket, Aguas Calientes — Ollantaytambo.
• Bus ticket Aguas Calientes — Machu Picchu, round trip.

NOT INCLUDED:

• Hotel in Cusco.
• Tips.
• Meals not mentioned.
• Other services not mentioned.

RECOMMENDATIONS:

• For our Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu Tour, it is important to bring your passport or identification document.
• Arrive half an hour before the train station, before the departure time, and present your ticket and identification document.
• It is advisable to carry cash, both in soles (Peruvian currency) and in dollars, as most places in Aguas Calientes do not accept credit cards. Although in the city of Cusco, Ollantaytambo, and Aguas Calientes there are ATMs available to withdraw money if necessary.
• Carry in a small backpack, a camera, a sun-protective hat, sunscreen, repellent, and a bottle of water.
• In Machu Picchu, you will climb many stairs, so wear suitable non-slip or non-slip shoes.
• Bring some snacks and a water bottle, as they will cost you double in the sanctuary.
• Visit and enjoy the thermal baths in Aguas Calientes.
• Regarding your luggage, you can take up to 7 kilos only on the train.
• In high season, the number of visitors to Machu Picchu increases, so in some cases, you may have to wait in line to board the bus to the Machu Picchu Sanctuary.

IMPORTANT:

• TRAINS: Our service includes the EXPEDITION or VOYAGER Train for the round trip; you can upgrade to the VISTADOME Train category for an additional 30 USD per person, only for the return trip.
• We can also offer you the VISTADOME OBSERVATORY TRAIN, with an additional 90 USD per person round trip.
• HOTELS: You can choose packages based on the type of Hotel, you can also opt for Hotels that are not listed in our offer, before confirming you must inform us of the hotel you prefer and we will add it to the package.
• PRIVATE: Consult with one of our advisors if you want any of the services in private.

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• Passport No.:
• Nationality:
• Date of birth:
• Sex:
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• It is very important your information about your hotel in the city of Cusco, so we can pick you up there at the beginning of the tour..

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