The Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu + Wayna Picchu Tour is a truly unforgettable experience that will allow you to explore some of the most spectacular and iconic places in Peru. This adventure begins with a journey to the ancient Sacred Valley of the Incas, located in the Cusco region, where travelers will have the opportunity to visit renowned archaeological sites such as Pisac and Ollantaytambo, recognized as one of the best places to visit.
After exploring the Sacred Valley of the Incas, we will visit Machu Picchu, one of the wonders of the world and one of the most impressive archaeological treasures of humanity. But the adventure doesn't end there, as you will have the opportunity to climb to the top of Huayna Picchu, with its path known as the "Stairs of Death". This steep ascent will be a challenge, but once you reach the top, you will be rewarded with spectacular views of Machu Picchu and its mountainous surroundings.
Without a doubt, this Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, and Huayna Picchu tour will fill us with unforgettable moments and enrich us on a personal and cultural level, fostering a deep appreciation for the wonderful diversity of our world and the greatness of our PERU.
The tour begins early with an excursion to the Sacred Valley. At approximately 7:00 a.m., we will pick you up from your hotel and start by visiting the Archaeological Center of Pisac, located about 45 minutes from Cusco. Pisac will give you an insight into the advanced knowledge achieved by the Incas in their extensive agricultural terraces, architecture, and urban layout. It holds a special charm for being part of the Qhapaq Ñan (road system) that connected the Manu Biosphere Reserve (southern jungle) and served as a route to reach Cusco, the center or navel of the world. After visiting the archaeological center of Pisac, we will explore its small town, taking you through its streets to its famous craft market, where you will find very original and varied items such as paintings, keychains, crafts, and more.
Around noon, we will head to the town of Urubamba, where you will enjoy a buffet lunch that will allow you to savor delicious Peruvian cuisine.
In the afternoon, we will visit the archaeological center of Ollantaytambo, which served as a strategic military, agricultural, and religious center for the administration and control of the Sacred Valley of the Incas. This is deduced from the constructions believed to be used for agricultural storage and military purposes, such as walls and watchtowers. Here in Ollantaytambo, we will board our train in the late afternoon, headed for Aguas Calientes, a lovely town where we will spend the night to conclude our day.
Night in Aguas Calientes
In the early morning, our guide will pick us up from the hotel to take us to the bus station, where we'll embark on a 25-minute journey to the Machu Picchu Sanctuary. Here, we'll explore this Wonder in detail, an impressive fusion of engineering, art, and architecture in harmony with nature. We'll traverse the agricultural and urban areas, admiring plazas, temples, roads, staircases, and aqueducts.
Each structure, composed of imposing finely crafted stone blocks, tells a story of ancient skill and wisdom. This guided and energy-filled tour has an approximate duration of 03 hours. Once the tour of the Machu Picchu Citadel is completed, we start our ascent to the summit of Huayna Picchu, located at 2,667.58 meters above sea level (8,751.90 feet). This thrilling ascent is known as the "Stairs of Death" due to its steep access and exciting trails.
The hike to the top of Huayna Picchu will take approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes, but every step will be worth it as we will be rewarded with a spectacular view of the Inca Citadel and its magnificent construction. From the summit, we can marvel at the majesty of Machu Picchu and the beauty of its mountainous surroundings. The hike may be challenging, but the effort will be rewarded with a sense of accomplishment and the privilege of gazing upon this wonder of the world from the highest point—a thrilling and unforgettable experience that will be etched in our hearts forever.
After completing the visits, we will return to the town of Aguas Calientes. There, you'll have the opportunity to enjoy a delicious lunch before boarding the return train. Upon reaching Ollantaytambo, we will be waiting to take you back to your hotel in Cusco, marking the end of our exciting tour of the Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, and Huayna Picchu mountain.
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IMPORTANT: Huayna Picchu Mountain is limited to an entrance of 400 visitors per day and is open from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. That's why it is recommended to book the entrance ticket two months in advance.
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We begin our Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu + Huayna Picchu tour at 7:00 a.m. We'll pick you up from your hotel and head to the Sacred Valley of the Incas, characterized by its temperate climate and incredible landscapes. This region is home to numerous archaeological sites and the rich history of the Inca people.
Our first stop is the town of Pisac, located 30 km from Cusco and at an altitude of 2,972 meters above sea level. Upon arrival, we will make our way to the top of the archaeological park of the same name, situated in the Sacred Valley of the Incas. This park is an integral part of the ancient Qhapaq Ñan trails, a network of roads that connected the jungle lands, now recognized as the Manu Biosphere Reserve. Additionally, this route served as the primary way to reach Qosqo (Cusco). It will be an incredible experience not to be missed. Pisac showcases the incredible skills of the Incas in their construction, with perfectly fitted and polished stones that make this place magical. After the tour, we will visit the town of Pisac, where you can stroll through its streets and its famous craft market, where you will find very original and varied items like paintings, artwork, keychains, crafts, dolls, and more, all made by local artisans from Pisac.
At noon, we will have lunch in the town of Urubamba to enjoy a buffet lunch featuring local and national cuisine. In the afternoon, we will visit the fortress of Ollantaytambo, which served as a strategic military, agricultural, and religious center for the administration and control of the Sacred Valley. This is evident from the constructions of walls and watchtowers. The site consists of a series of terraces with impressive finely carved stone blocks.
After the tour in Ollantaytambo, we will head to the train station to board the train to Aguas Calientes. The journey takes approximately 1 hour and 50 minutes and will take you on a scenic route along the Vilcanota River.
Overnight in Aguas Calientes.
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This tour is one of the most recommended, and it includes 2 entrances (1 for Machu Picchu in circuit 1 or 2 and another for Montaña Huayna Picchu).
At dawn, our guide will pick you up at your hotel to accompany you to the bus station where you will board the vehicle that will take you to the Machu Picchu Archaeological Sanctuary. The bus ride is the typical method to reach this Inca citadel and takes approximately 25 minutes.
Once we arrive at Machu Picchu, we will explore the main circuit (Circuit 2) and capture the iconic photo of the citadel. Our guide will begin the tour to provide you with insights into the history and wisdom of the site. We will explore the agricultural and urban area, including plazas, temples, roads, stairways, terraces, aqueducts, and other architectural structures of the Inca Citadel. This journey will last approximately 2 to 3 hours.
After concluding the tour of Machu Picchu, we embark on an exciting adventure to Huayna Picchu (Wayna Picchu). Our ticket (Circuit 4 + Wayna Picchu mountain) allows us to ascend this mountain, promising a unique experience. The ascent takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes. As we ascend, we will enjoy breathtaking views of the mountains surrounding Machu Picchu and the Urubamba River leading into the mountainous jungle. In the final section of the trail, we will find steps leading to the summit. This last part is the most challenging, as the slope is very steep. Finally, we reach the highest part of Huayna Picchu, where the view is spectacular, and you will have a reasonable amount of time to take the best photos. Afterwards, we will take the same path back down (approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes), so please use caution.
After completing the tour, we return to the town of Aguas Calientes for lunch. Finally, we board the train back to the Ollantaytambo station, where our transportation will be waiting to take you comfortably to your hotel in Cusco. This concludes our 2-day Sacred Valley + Machu Picchu + Huayna Picchu Tour.
INCLUDES:
NOT INCLUDED:
IMPORTANT: Huayna Picchu Mountain is limited to an entrance of 400 visitors per day and is open from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. That's why it is recommended to book the entrance ticket two months in advance.
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THE VOYAGER or EXPEDITION Train
2* Hotel
Hotel Wiracocha Inn - Hotel Seven Mapi - Hotel Usgar Machupicchu Boutique, in Aguas Calientes.
Important: Depending on availability, a hotel of similar category will be assigned.
THE VOYAGER or EXPEDITION Train
3* Hotel
Hotel La Retama - Hotel Flower's House - Hotel Golden Sunrise Machu Picchu, in Aguas Calientes.
Important: Depending on availability, a hotel of similar category will be assigned.
THE VOYAGER or EXPEDITION Train
3* Superior Hotel
Hotel Intipunku Machupicchu and Hatun Inti Classic - Hotel Tara Machu Picchu, in Aguas Calientes.
Important: Depending on availability, a hotel of similar category will be assigned.
THE VOYAGER or EXPEDITION Train
4* Hotel
Hotel Taypikala - Hotel Jaya - Hotel Tierra Viva - Hotel Casa Andina, in Aguas Calientes.
Important: Depending on availability, a hotel of similar category will be assigned.
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