Overview
For many visitors to Peru and even South America, a visit to the Inca city of Machu Picchu is the long-anticipated highpoint of their trip. In a spectacular location, it’s the best-known archaeological site on the continent. This awe-inspiring ancient city was never revealed to the conquering Spaniards and was virtually forgotten until the early part of the 20th century.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Bus from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu and back
Ticket to enter Machu Picchu
Train ticket Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes Ollantaytambo
Guided tour to Machu Picchu
Transport – Cusco – Ollantaytambo and back
Professional bilingual tour guide
Entrance to the Sacred Valley (general ticket S/. 130.00 soles and S/. 70.00 soles partial ticket)
Food
Bus tickets up and down Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu
Entrance to the Mountain of Machu Picchu
Entrance to the Huayna Picchu Mountain
Travel insurance
Entrance to Aguas Calientes hot springs S/. 20.00 soles
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
Good to know
Ticket to Machu Picchu will be issued upon arrival in Cusco
What to expect
Day 1 Cusco - Sacred Valley - Aguas Calientes
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Sacred Valley of the Incas
The tour starts at 8:00 am with a pick up from your hotel in Cusco to make our trip to the Sacred Valley of the Incas. The first place to visit on our tour will be the archaeological complex of Pisac and its handicraft market, we will then continue with our tour until we reach the town of Urubamba where you will be offered a buffer lunch.
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Ollantaytambo
Continuing with our walk we will arrive at the town of Ollantaytambo where we will visit the archaeological complex and its handicraft market, after finishing our journey we will go to the train station of Ollantaytambo half an hour before the departure of our train and board the transport at 04:36 pm to the town of Aguas Calientes, upon arrival our representative will be waiting for you with a sign and will escort you to the hotel.
Day 2 Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu - Cusco
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Machu Picchu
After having breakfast at your hotel, you may board a bus that would drive you to the Machu Picchu citadel (30 Minutes). Upon reaching the Mach Picchu citadel, you will pass through the control where you will have to display the entrance ticket to Machu Picchu and your passport, you will then have a guided tour for approximately 2 hours, at the end of your tour you can visit Machu Picchu for 2 hours more on your own.
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Aguas Calientes
At a prudent hour you will have to descend in the same way by bus to the town of Aguas Calientes where you will be able to have lunch (not included).
In the afternoon you will board your train at 19:00 pm from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo. Upon your arrival our transfer will be waiting for you at the exit of the train station to bring you back to the city of Cusco, arrival time 10:30 pm.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/Lima).
Additional Information
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 9 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Machu Picchu Sacred Valley Connection
Can I cancel Machu Picchu Sacred Valley Connection for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 2 days.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What's included?
- Bus from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu and back
- Ticket to enter Machu Picchu
- Train ticket Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes Ollantaytambo
- Guided tour to Machu Picchu
- Transport – Cusco – Ollantaytambo and back
- Professional bilingual tour guide
What's not included?
- Entrance to the Sacred Valley (general ticket S/. 130.00 soles and S/. 70.00 soles partial ticket)
- Food
- Bus tickets up and down Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu
- Entrance to the Mountain of Machu Picchu
- Entrance to the Huayna Picchu Mountain
- Travel insurance
Which places does it visit?
It visits Sacred Valley of the Incas, Ollantaytambo, Machu Picchu, Aguas Calientes.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English, Spanish.
What fitness level is needed?
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Andes Peru Tour & Adventure
