Overview
Tucked under the tawny skirts of formidable foothills about 15kms/9.3 miles north of Cusco as the condor flies, via a narrow road and hairpin turns, the Sacred Valley holds its head high. The valley has long been the home of attractive colonial towns, handicraft markets and lofty 10th and 11th century Inca Citadels of Pisac, Ollyantaytambo and Urubumba.
Visiting the Salt Mines and Moray terraces which were made by building containment walls filled with fertile earth. They were watered through a complex irrigation system. At the base of the terraces, there is a rain water storage system.
Explore amazing ruins and the fabled Lost City of the Incas, Machu Picchu. The Inca City of the Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu is the articulating center of its surroundings, a masterpiece of art, urbanism, architecture and engineering of the Inca Civilization.
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- Free cancellation up to 6 days before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Professional guide
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Lunch
Dinner
Hotel pickup
Breakfast
Local taxes
Overnight accommodation
Drinks
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Food and drinks, unless specified
Gratuities
Huayna Picchu mt US$75 (extra Hike at Machu Picchu)
Upgrade to Vistadome Train US$67
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
Good to know
Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.
What to expect
Day 1 Cusco - Km 104 - Sun Gate - Machu Picchu
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Inca Trail
6 hours Admission ticket included
We will pick you up at 4:00am & drive you to the train station. You will have an hour and 20-minute ride by Expedition train to KM 104. Afterwards, we initiate a moderate climb for three hours to the chiseled remnants & remote archaeological site of Wiñay Wayna (2,650m/8747ft). Your guide will go at your pace answer all of your questions! Remember, the more time you take for this hike, the more time you have on the Inca Trail! Admire the fountains that have been flowing for hundreds of years and gaze down the spectacular, sheer mountainside, plunging down to the Urubamba River. Have lunch at the Wiñay Wayna campground, then continue onward towards the Sun Gate (2,730m/9,007ft). Following the ancient remote footpath, we finally get our first spectacular view of Machu Picchu in all its brilliance and majestic monumentality. As we move closer to the Citadel of Machu Picchu, you will enjoy views of the enigmatic ruins the whole length of the trail. Then we take our bus to Aguas Calientes
Day 2 Machu Picchu - Cusco
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Machu Picchu
4 hours
This is the day you’ve been waiting for! We take the early bus to Machu Picchu archeological site, making sure we tour every nook and cranny of this New 7 Wonder of the World and UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site. The Citadel of the Incas, Machu Picchu, what an unforgettable experience! On your 2.5 hours private tour, your guide will expertly direct you through the enigmatic ruins and its most important sites. You will see the Temple of the Sun, Temple of the Condor, Temple of Three Windows, Sun Dial, Quarry, the House of the Inka, the urban areas, agricultural terraces and many different types of architecture. .
You may wish to indulge in a few of the following activities on your own (not included in the price):
When you are ready, you will descend to Aguas Calientes, have a leisurely lunch on your own, and later on board the train at 14:55 for the return trip with the Expedition train to the Ollantaytambo where you will catch our private van back to Cusco and your hotel.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel at least 6 full days before the start time: 100% refund.
Cancel between 2 and 6 days before the start time: 50% refund.
Cancel within 2 days of the start time: 0% refund.
Times are local to the experience (America/Lima).
Additional Information
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu 2-Day Tour
How long does Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu 2-Day Tour take?
It takes about 2 days.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What's included?
- Professional guide
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Hotel pickup
- Breakfast
- Local taxes
- Overnight accommodation
What's not included?
- Drinks
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
- Huayna Picchu mt US$75 (extra Hike at Machu Picchu)
- Upgrade to Vistadome Train US$67
Which places does it visit?
It visits Inca Trail, Machu Picchu.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by SAM Travel Peru
