Machu Picchu and Sacred Valley 2 Days Tour

Visit the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu with our 2-day tour! This incredible journey includes the opportunity to explore the most prominent archaeological sites in the region, such as Pisac, its Apu Inti Huatana mountain with its system of terraces, craft markets, Ollantaytambo, and Urubamba.

We will walk through the magical and historical streets of the Sacred Valley of the Incas, learn about the culture and history of the region, and visit the Pisac Craft Market. Around noon, we will visit Urubamba for lunch, and then head to Ollantaytambo, an archaeological center commissioned by Inca Pachacutec with military, agricultural, and religious functions.

After the guided tour, we will head to the Ollantaytambo train station to board the train that will take you to the town of Aguas Calientes. The next day, we will take the 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 and uncovering the culture, history, and heritage that surround it on a journey of beautiful views, and a night in Aguas Calientes to explore the town and relax in the hot springs.

INCLUDES:

• Pre-tour information.
• Entrance to the archaeological site of Pisac, Ollantaytambo.
• Tourist Bus Transfer.
• Guided, Professional English - Spanish Guide.
• Buffet lunch in Urubamba.
• Night in Hotel in Aguas Calientes.
• Transfers from Cusco to the train station in Ollantaytambo, round trip.
• Train tickets Ollantaytambo - Aguas Calientes, round trip.
• Bus ticket Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu, round trip - group.
• Entrance to Machu Picchu.

NOT INCLUDED:

• Night in hotel in Cusco
• Dinner in Aguas Calientes
• Unmentioned meals
• Other unmentioned services.

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 early with an excursion to the Sacred Valley at 7:30 a.m. We will pick you up from your hotel and start by visiting the Archaeological Center of Pisac, which is 45 minutes from Cusco.

The name Pisac comes from Quechua and translates to PARTRIDGE, a bird that characterizes this district. This site provides a glimpse into the advanced knowledge achieved by the Incas through their extensive agricultural terraces, architecture, and urban design. It has a special charm as it was part of the Qhapaq Ñan, the road system that connected the jungle, now known as the Manu National Reserve, and also served as a route to reach Qosqo (CUSCO). At noon, we will head to the town of Urubamba where you will enjoy a buffet lunch, allowing you to savor delicious Peruvian cuisine.

In the afternoon, we will visit the Archaeological Center of Ollantaytambo, which served as a storage place for agricultural products and was a strategic area as a military and religious center to administer and control the Sacred Valley of the Incas. This is deduced from the constructions that are presumed to be for agricultural deposits and for military use, such as walls and watchtowers. Ollantaytambo is considered a city suspended in time due to its Inca colonial urban adaptation, and recognized as “Best tourist town in the World” that one cannot miss in life. It was Inca Pachacutec who took Ollantaytambo to its maximum splendor. Here in Ollantaytambo, we will board our train in the afternoon, bound for Aguas Calientes, a beautiful town where we will spend the night, concluding our first day.

Night in Aguas Calientes

INCLUDES:

• Entrance to the archaeological site of Pisac, Ollantaytambo.
• Tourist Bus Transfer.
• Guided, Professional English - Spanish Guide.
• Buffet lunch in Urubamba.
• Night in Hotel in Aguas Calientes.
• Train ticket Ollantaytambo - Aguas Calientes

NOT INCLUDE:

• Night in hotel in Cusco
• Dinner in Aguas Calientes
• Other unmentioned services.

DAY 2: MACHU PICCHU - CUSCO

We will enter very early to head towards the bus station, the starting point to the mystical Archaeological Sanctuary of Machu Picchu. In that short journey of approximately 25 minutes, the excitement will palpitate in the air, as if the surrounding mountains were whispering ancient secrets in every breeze. Finally, we will arrive at Machu Picchu to appreciate the impressive sunrise, where we will start the tour. We begin the tour with our guide through the Historical Sanctuary of Machu Picchu, our expert guide will immerse you in the captivating history and architecture of the citadel. You will witness the amazing creations of the Incas and marvel at the natural surroundings that envelop them. Machu Picchu presents itself as a prodigy of engineering, art, and architecture, fused in perfect harmony with nature.

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

During the guided tour, which lasts approximately 2 hours, you will be transported through time, exploring every corner of this architectural wonder and discovering the secrets that this historical treasure holds.

Once the tour is finished, we return by bus to Aguas Calientes, where you will have time for lunch before boarding the return train to Ollantaytambo, where our team will be waiting to take you back to your hotel in Cusco, thus concluding our exciting tour of the Sacred Valley of the Incas and Machu Picchu in 2 days.

INCLUDES:

• Pre-tour information.
• Transfer from the train station in Ollantaytambo to the hotel in Cusco.
• Train tickets Aguas Calientes - Ollantaytambo
• Bus ticket Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu, round trip
• Entrance to Machu Picchu.
• Professional English - Spanish Guide service.
  

NOT INCLUDED:

• Night in hotel in Cusco.
• Meals
• Other unmentioned services.

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 and can be upgraded to VISTADOME Train category with an additional charge of 50 USD per person return only..
• We can also offer the VISTADOME OBSERVATORY Train, with an additional charge of 90 USD per person for a 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.

To start your reservation process please send us the following information:

• Name and surname:
• Passport No.:
• Nationality:
• Date of birth:
• Sex:
• Phone:
• 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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