Machu Picchu And Sacred Valley 2 Days Tour

Visit the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu with our 2-day tour! You’ll explore the most outstanding archaeological sites in the region, such as Pisac, its sacred Apu Inti Huatana mountain with its system of Inca agricultural terraces, traditional craft markets, Ollantaytambo, and Urubamba.

We’ll walk through the magical, historic streets of the Sacred Valley of the Incas, learn about the culture and history of the region, and visit the Pisac Handicraft Market. Around midday, we’ll head to Urubamba for lunch, and then continue to Ollantaytambo, an archaeological complex built by the Inca Pachacutec with military, agricultural, and religious purposes.

After the guided visit, we’ll head to the Ollantaytambo train station to board the train that will take you to the town of Aguas Calientes. The next day, we’ll take the bus up to the citadel of Machu Picchu, accompanied by a professional guide who will explain Inca history and architecture. You’ll spend one night in Aguas Calientes, with time to explore the town and relax in the hot springs.

INCLUDES:

• Pre-tour information.
• Entrance tickets to the archaeological sites of Pisac and Ollantaytambo.
• Transportation in a tourist bus.
• Guided tour with a professional bilingual guide (English – Spanish).
• Buffet lunch in Urubamba.
• Hotel night in Aguas Calientes.
• Transfers from Cusco to the train station in Ollantaytambo and back.
• Round-trip train tickets Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes.
• Round-trip bus ticket Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu.
• Entrance ticket to Machu Picchu.

NOT INCLUDED:

• Hotel night in Cusco.
• Dinner in Aguas Calientes.
• Meals not mentioned.
• Other services not mentioned.

RECOMMENDATIONS:

• For our Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu Tour, it is important to bring your passport or ID document.
• Arrive at the train station 30 minutes before departure time, and present your ticket and identification document.
• We recommend bringing cash in both Peruvian soles and U.S. dollars, since most places in Aguas Calientes do not accept credit cards. However, there are ATMs available in Cusco, Ollantaytambo, and Aguas Calientes if you need to withdraw money.
• Bring a small backpack with a camera, sun hat, sunscreen, insect repellent, and a bottle of water.
• In Machu Picchu you will climb many stairs, so wear comfortable walking shoes with good grip, preferably non-slip.
• Bring some snacks and bottled water, as prices inside the sanctuary are much higher.
• Visit and enjoy the hot springs in Aguas Calientes.
• Regarding luggage, you may only take up to 7 kg (15 lb) on the train.
• During high season, the number of visitors to Machu Picchu increases, so you may have to wait in line to board the bus up to the Sanctuary.

DAY 1: CUSCO – SACRED VALLEY - AGUAS CALIENTES

The tour starts early with an excursion to the Sacred Valley at 7:30 a.m. We will pick you up from your hotel and begin by visiting the Pisac Archaeological Center, located about 45 minutes from Cusco.

The name Pisac comes from Quechua and translates into Spanish as “partridge,” a bird that characterizes this district. This site offers a clear view of the advanced knowledge reached by the Incas through its wide agricultural terraces, architecture and urban planning. It has a special charm, as it was part of the Qhapaq Ñan roads, the network that connected the jungle and also served as a route to reach Cusco. Around midday, we will head to the town of Urubamba, where we will enjoy a buffet lunch featuring Peruvian cuisine.

In the afternoon, we will visit the Ollantaytambo Archaeological Center, which served as a storage site for agricultural products and was a strategic area as a military and religious center to manage and control the Sacred Valley of the Incas. This is evident from its structures, which are believed to have been agricultural warehouses and military buildings such as walls and watchtowers. Ollantaytambo is considered a town suspended in time due to its Inca–colonial urban layout. It was the Inca Pachacutec who brought Ollantaytambo to its greatest splendor. It is here in Ollantaytambo that we will board our afternoon train to Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu town), a charming place where we will spend the night and conclude our first day.

Overnight in Aguas Calientes

INCLUDES:

• Entrance tickets to the archaeological sites of Pisac and Ollantaytambo.
• Transportation in a tourist bus.
• Guided tour with a professional bilingual guide (English – Spanish).
• Buffet lunch in Urubamba.
• Hotel night in Aguas Calientes.
• Train ticket Ollantaytambo - Aguas Calientes.

NOT INCLUDED:

• Hotel night in Cusco.
• Dinner in Aguas Calientes.
• Other services not mentioned.

DAY 2: MACHU PICCHU - CUSCO

Early in the morning, we head to the bus station, the starting point for the journey to the mystical Archaeological Sanctuary of Machu Picchu. After a short ride of approximately 25 minutes, we will finally arrive at Machu Picchu. We will begin our visit with a guided tour of the Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu. Our expert guide will immerse you in the captivating history and architecture of the citadel. You will witness the astonishing creations of the Incas and be amazed by the natural surroundings that embrace them. Machu Picchu stands as a marvel of engineering, art and architecture, perfectly blended in harmony with nature.

The citadel is made up of an agricultural and an urban area that includes plazas, temples, pathways, stairways, terraces and aqueducts, among other fascinating elements. The agricultural terraces, also known as “andenes,” rest on impressive stone retaining walls, while the hydraulic system features canals and aqueducts for efficient water distribution.

During the guided tour, which lasts approximately 2 hours, you will be transported back in time as you explore every corner of this architectural wonder and uncover the secrets held by this historical treasure.

Once the tour is over, we return by bus to Aguas Calientes, where you will have time for lunch, and then board the train back to Ollantaytambo. There, our team will be waiting to drive you back to your hotel in Cusco, thus concluding our exciting Sacred Valley of the Incas and Machu Picchu 2-day tour.

INCLUDES:

• Pre-tour information.
• Transfer from the train station in Ollantaytambo to your hotel in Cusco.
• Train tickets Aguas Calientes - Ollantaytambo.
• Round-trip bus ticket Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu.
• Entrance ticket to Machu Picchu.
• Service of a professional bilingual guide (English - Spanish).

NOT INCLUDED:

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

RECOMMENDATIONS:

• For our Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu Tour, it is important to bring your passport or ID document.
• Arrive at the train station 30 minutes before departure time and present your ticket and identification document.
• We recommend bringing cash in both soles (the Peruvian currency) and U.S. dollars, since most places in Aguas Calientes do not accept credit cards. However, there are ATMs available in Cusco, Ollantaytambo and Aguas Calientes if you need to withdraw money.
• Bring a small backpack with a camera, sun hat, sunscreen, insect repellent and a bottle of water.
• In Machu Picchu you will climb many steps, so wear comfortable walking shoes with good grip, preferably non-slip.
• Bring some snacks and bottled water, as prices inside the sanctuary are much higher.
• Visit and enjoy the hot springs in Aguas Calientes.
• Regarding luggage, you may only take up to 5 kg (about 11 lb) on the train.
• During high season, the number of visitors to Machu Picchu increases, so you may have to wait in line to board the bus up to the 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 USD 40 per person, only for the return 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.
• If you wish to upgrade to the VISTADOME OBSERVATORY Train, there is a fee of USD 60 per leg/segment.
• 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:
• 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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