Machu Picchu And Sacred Valley 2 Days Tour

Discover the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu in 2 days. On the first day, you will visit Pisac with its Inca terraces and its world-famous artisan market, then Ollantaytambo with its impressive Inca fortress. In the afternoon, you will travel by train to Aguas Calientes. On the second day, you will explore the majestic citadel of Machu Picchu with our professional local guide. The tour includes transportation, train tickets, a buffet lunch in Urubamba on the first day, and one night at a hotel in Aguas Calientes.

INCLUDES:

• Pre-tour information.
• Entrance tickets to the archaeological sites of Pisac and Ollantaytambo.
• Tourist bus transportation in the Sacred Valley.
• Professional bilingual guide (Spanish and English).
• Buffet lunch in Urubamba.
• One night hotel stay in Aguas Calientes.
• Transfers from Cusco to the train station in Ollantaytambo (round trip).
• Train tickets Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes (round trip).
• Bus tickets Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu (round trip).
• Entrance ticket to Machu Picchu.

DOES NOT INCLUDE:

• Hotel in Cusco.
• Lunch and dinner in Aguas Calientes.
• Breakfast (unless included at the hotel in Aguas Calientes).
• Tips.
• Personal expenses.

RECOMMENDATIONS:

• Bring your original passport or ID (mandatory to enter Machu Picchu).
• Arrive 30 minutes early at the train station and present your ticket and ID.
• Carry cash in Peruvian soles and US dollars, as many places in Aguas Calientes do not accept credit cards. ATMs are available in Cusco, Ollantaytambo, and Aguas Calientes.
• Bring a small backpack with: camera, hat, sunscreen, insect repellent, and a water bottle.
• Wear comfortable, non-slip footwear, as you will climb many stairs at Machu Picchu.
• Bring snacks and water.
• Take advantage of the opportunity to visit the hot springs in Aguas Calientes.
• The luggage limit on the train is 5 kg per person in a small backpack or bag.
• During high season, there may be waiting lines to board the bus to Machu Picchu.

DAY 1: CUSCO – SACRED VALLEY – AGUAS CALIENTES

The 2-day Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu tour begins at approximately 7:30 a.m. with hotel pickup in Cusco. Our first destination is the Pisac archaeological site, located about 45 minutes from the city.

Pisac stands out for its extensive agricultural terraces and Inca architecture, which demonstrate the advanced knowledge of this civilization. The site was part of the Qhapaq Ñan, the ancient Inca road system that connected different regions of the empire. At midday, we will head to Urubamba to enjoy a buffet lunch, where you will savor Peruvian cuisine.

In the afternoon, we will visit Ollantaytambo, an impressive Inca fortress that functioned as a military, religious, and agricultural storage center. Here, you will observe massive stone walls, agricultural terraces, and watchtowers that highlight the strategic importance of this site. Ollantaytambo preserves its original Inca urban layout, making it one of the few places where these features can still be seen. It was the Inca Pachacútec who developed Ollantaytambo as an administrative center of the Sacred Valley.

At the end of the visit, we will board the train at the Ollantaytambo station bound for Aguas Calientes, where we will spend the night.

Overnight in Aguas Calientes

INCLUDES:

• Entrance tickets to the Pisac and Ollantaytambo archaeological sites.
• Tourist bus transportation.
• Professional guided service in English and Spanish.
• Buffet lunch in Urubamba.
• One night hotel stay in Aguas Calientes.
• Train ticket Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes.

DOES NOT INCLUDE:

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

DAY 2: MACHU PICCHU – CUSCO

Early in the morning, we will head to the bus station to ascend to Machu Picchu. The journey takes approximately 25 minutes along a zigzag road to reach the entrance of the sanctuary.

The guide will accompany you for approximately 2 hours, explaining the history and architecture of Machu Picchu. During the tour, you will visit the agricultural and urban areas of the citadel, including plazas, temples, pathways, stairways, terraces, and aqueducts. The agricultural terraces (also known as andenes) are supported by stone walls, and the hydraulic system includes channels that carried water to different sectors of the city. Machu Picchu stands out for its extraordinary engineering and architecture integrated into the natural landscape.

After the tour, we will return by bus to Aguas Calientes, where you will have time for lunch before boarding the train back to Ollantaytambo. At the Ollantaytambo station, our driver will be waiting to transfer you to your hotel in Cusco.

INCLUDES:

• Pre-tour information.
• Transfer from the Ollantaytambo train station to your hotel in Cusco.
• Train tickets Aguas Calientes – Ollantaytambo.
• Bus ticket Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu (round trip).
• Entrance ticket to Machu Picchu.
• Professional guide service in English and Spanish.

DOES NOT INCLUDE:

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

RECOMMENDATIONS:

• Bring your original passport or ID (mandatory to enter Machu Picchu).
• Arrive 30 minutes early at the train station and present your train tickets and ID.
• Carry cash in soles or US dollars, as many places in Aguas Calientes do not accept credit cards. ATMs are available in Cusco, Ollantaytambo, and Aguas Calientes.
• Bring a small backpack with: camera, hat, sunscreen, insect repellent, and a water bottle.
• Wear comfortable, non-slip shoes, as you will climb many stairs at Machu Picchu.
• Bring snacks and water.
• Take advantage of the opportunity to visit the hot springs in Aguas Calientes.
• The luggage limit on the train is 5 kg per person in a small backpack or bag.
• During high season, there may be waiting lines to board the bus to Machu Picchu.

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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