Machu Picchu 2 Days
About this tour
Explore Machu Picchu on an exciting 2-day tour that combines the magic of the Sacred Valley with the majesty of the Inca citadel.
This unique tour begins with an enriching experience through the Sacred Valley, an emblematic region full of history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes. On the first day, you will enjoy a guided visit to the most remarkable sites of the Sacred Valley, where the Incas left an invaluable legacy.
Be amazed by the impressive agricultural terraces, picturesque villages, and outstanding archaeological sites such as Pisac and Ollantaytambo. Every corner tells a fascinating story about the Inca civilization and its deep connection with nature. Your expert guide will provide insights into the historical, cultural, and spiritual significance of each place, helping you connect with the greatness of the past.
After this cultural and scenic immersion in the Sacred Valley, your journey continues toward Machu Picchu, one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World. On the second day, you will enjoy a guided tour of the iconic citadel, where you can explore its temples, plazas, and perfectly designed structures that reflect the architectural wisdom of the Incas.
This 2-day tour is ideal for those who want to combine history, culture, and adventure while immersing themselves in the rich legacy of the Incas in the heart of the Andes.
Included / Not Included
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Pick up from your hotel.
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Private transportation from Cusco / Ollantaytambo / Cusco.
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Train round trip from Ollantaytambo / Aguas Calientes / Ollantaytambo.
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Transfer from the train station (Aguas Calientes) - hostel.
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01 night lodging (Aguas Calientes).
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Bus from Aguas Calientes - Machupicchu (uphill).
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Professional bilingual guide in Machupicchu (02 hours).
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Entrance to Machupicchu.
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Meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner).
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Bus Machupicchu - Aguas Calientes (descent).
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Beverages.
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Tips
Itinerary
Day 1: Ollantaytambo - Aguas Calientes
Discover the majesty of Machu Picchu and the Sacred Valley on a tour designed to make the most of your time and enjoy each destination with comfort and security.
Itinerary:
- Sacred Valley Visit (6:30 am)
- Hotel pick-up and tour start.
- Admire the breathtaking view of the Sacred Valley of the Incas, formed by various rivers and fertile lands.
- Visit to Chincheros, where we will explore its impressive Inca terraces and visit a local textile workshop. Artisans will teach us about wool production and ancestral weaving techniques.
- Continue to the Moray terraces, an Inca archaeological site considered an agricultural laboratory due to its concentric terrace system.
- After approximately 20 minutes in Moray, we head to Maras, our base point to visit the famous Maras Salt Mines.
- On the way, we will pass through the colonial town of Maras. Upon arrival at the Salt Mines, we will see over 3,000 salt ponds, used since Inca times and still operated by the local community.
- Guided tour of the Salt Mines with time for photos.
- Ollantaytambo & Train to Aguas Calientes
- We head to Urubamba for a buffet lunch featuring a variety of Peruvian dishes, salads, soups, and desserts.
- Then, we visit Ollantaytambo, an Inca city with impressive urban planning, stone canals, and military, religious, and cultural structures.
- After the tour, we transfer to the Ollantaytambo train station to board the Expedition or Voyager service (2:30 pm).
- During the train journey, enjoy spectacular landscapes until we arrive in Aguas Calientes.
- Our staff will meet you at the station and accompany you to your hotel (a short 5-minute walk, as there are no vehicles in Aguas Calientes).
- In the evening, meet with your guide at the hotel for a detailed briefing on the next day’s Machu Picchu visit.
Day 2: Aguas Calientes - Machupicchu - Cusco
- Machu Picchu Visit
- Early in the morning, we take the ecological bus to Machu Picchu.
- A guided tour of approximately 2.5 hours will cover the Inca citadel’s history and architecture.
- Explore iconic sites such as the Main Plaza, the Temple of the Sun, the Intihuatana, ceremonial enclosures, and urban areas.
- Free time for photos and personal exploration.
- Bus ride back to Aguas Calientes, with time for shopping and lunch.
- Return to Cusco
- Board the return train to Ollantaytambo.
- Upon arrival, our private transportation will take you back to Cusco, concluding the tour.
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Recommendations
- Book in advance
- Hat
- Sun block
- Water
- Trekking shoes
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