Enjoy the major examples of Inca architecture on this short tour, as you will visit huge and amazing archaeological places with temples, fountains, and farming terraces. As the Sacred Valley is at a lower elevation, this tour is ideal to ease the symptoms of high altitude. Continuing with the adventure, explore the Inca citadel of Machu and be amazed by the advanced building techniques of Inca times.
Features: Best seller – Dialy departures – 10 people max.
Inclusions:
- Tour guide
- Transport
- Tourist train
- Bus tickets
- Entrance tickets
- Hotel in Machu Picchu
From $392
Itinerary
Day 1: Cusco - Sacred Valley - Machu Picchu
Pick up at 08.00 am from your hotel in Cusco.
Discover the highlights of the Sacred Valley of the Incas. We start the tour visiting a textile learning center to see the weaving techniques the Incas used, and to see llamas, alpacas and vicuñas. Along the drive, we will see picturesque landscapes with farmlands and snowcapped mountains. We will visit the lookout at Taray town from where all the valley is crossed by the Urubamba river, The next stop is the hands & crafts market in Pisac, and then we explore the archeological site of the town. Then, we continue for lunch to Urubamba arriving there around noon. After lunch, we continue to Ollantaytambo, a huge and impressive Inca complex, with temples, sacred fountains, and huge farming terraces. After the tour we continue to the train station close by. We take the tourist train (Expedition or Voyager) for about one and a half hour. One in Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu village) staff of your hotel will pick you up at the station and lead you to their location.
Day 2: Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu - Cusco
06.00 am: We get going early this morning. We pick you up from your hotel and we go to the bus station to make a line to take the bus.
For about 40 minutes, we will ride the bus up the mountain to Machu Picchu. The guided tour, which lasts for approximately two and a half hours, begins when we arrive.You'll have the opportunity to visit Inca temples. In addition to sacred fountains, they constructed a number of temples dedicated to the sun, moon, stars, lightning, rainbow, puma, condor, and other natural phenomena.You will return to Aguas Calientes for lunch following the tour. After lunch you must go to your hotel and pick up your luggage, then go to the train station 30 minutes before the train departure.According to availability we will use the 03.20 pm or the 04.43 pm train.You will travel back to Ollantaytambo station and from there will continue by road, back to Cusco City. We will pick you up from the Cusco station and take you to your hotel. End.
Prices
Prices in a group service:
For 1 pax: $392For 2 pax: $362For 3 to more: $358Single supplement: $21Prices in private service:
For 1 pax: $624For 2 pax: $468For 3 pax: $423For 4 pax: $405For 5 pax: $387Single supplement: $21
Included:
Extra hikes
From January to April the train departure is from Wanchaq station and a bus is taken to Ollantaytambo and from there begins the train journey.There are two train options that depart and arrive at the same time. The Expedition train, called the tourist train, is comfortable and has affordable prices. The Vistadome is a panoramic train with upgraded services and wide windows to enjoy the scenery better. Also includes snacks and hot drinks along the way. The prices are not more expensive though. On the way back the Vistadome includes a fashion show and a folk dance show.
Packing list
Booking terms
Highlights
- Explore The majestic Sacred Valley of the Incas visiting a textile center to find llamas, alpacas and vicuñas. Travel the same day to Machu Picchu and have a guided tour there the next morning.
- Places to visit: Textile center and llama farm, Pisac market, and the archeological sites of Pisac and Ollantaytambo on the first day. We have the second day for Machu Picchu which includes the lookout, temples, houses, and farming terraces.
- Departures: Everyday at 08.00 am
- From: Your hotel in Cusco and back.
- Transport: Tourist van or minibus, and train.
- Overnights: 01 night in Aguas Calientes in a 3-star hotel.
Upgrade to the Panoramic Train
For the way back only. The panoramic trains are perfect to watch the Sacred Valley while traveling to Machu Picchu. There are two services available, the Vistadome from Perurail, and the 360° from Incarail. Both services share similar timetables.
- Price in shared service: $40
- Price in private 1 pax: $120 / 2 pax: $96
- Price in private 3 pax: $76 / 4 pax: $56
- Children discount: $10 / Single supp $30
Upgrade to the Luxury Train:
For the way back only. Those looking for an exclusive and luxurious experience in Peru need look no further. The Hiram Bingham has the best service onboard enjoying a scenic train ride. It has a lounge car, dinner car, observatory car to have fund and enjoy.
- Price in shared service: $40
- Price in private 1 pax: $120 / 2 pax: $96
- Price in private 3 pax: $76 / 4 pax: $56
- Children discount: $10 / Single supp $30
Weaving center and Llama farm:
We will enjoy a charming visit to learn about Inca textiles and four members of the camelid family: llamas, alpacas, vicunas, and guanacos. Alpacas have the thickest wool and are the most commonly used, whereas vicunas are small and delicate, with the finest wool of the Cameloids. See native weavers from several locations demonstrate their unique weaving styles and costumes, as well as learn about the collecting of different wools and natural dying techniques.
Pisac market:
The Pisac Market in Cusco is a must-visit destination where you can see handmade crafts, admire locals dressed in traditional clothing, find traditional music instruments, and purchase unique souvenirs such as alpaca wool sweaters, hats, and scarves. You can also purchase unique jewelry of silver and gold. Venture and try your bargain skill with this expert sellers!
Ollantaytambo archaeological complex:
It was once an important administrative center for the Inca Empire and played a strategic role in the Spanish conquest of Peru. Today, it is a popular tourist destination, and visitors can explore the ruins, visit the local market, and enjoy the scenic beauty of the surrounding Andes mountains. Ollantaytambo is also an important transportation hub for those traveling to Machu Picchu, as the town is a starting point for the famous Inca Trail hike and has a train station with regular service.
Machu Picchu Inca citadel:
It was designated by UNESCO as a Cultural and Natural Heritage of Humanity in 1983, and it is likely the most amazing architectural masterpiece from the Inca Empire. This citadel is made up of temples, palaces, terraces, monuments, complexes, and walls, as well as water channels built with large blocks of stone and no amalgam, demonstrating the Inca civilization’s great wisdom. Nowadays it is one of the famous 7 world wonders, and the main reason for tourism in Peru.
Customer reviews
Juan
01/03/2023
Amazing, we love it so much, highly recommended guys.. our guide has good english and he is very knowledable
Jason
01/03/2023
It was fun, we learned a lot, especially in Sacsayhuaman, omg, I'm still having trouble to pronounce that word, I think it's sexywoman, haha..
Mia
02/03/2023
Our guide was amazing, very knowledgeable, and funny. Cusco's blue sky is just lovely, we also did the sacred valley tour and it's very similar however you ...
Laura
18/04/2023
Great experience. I loved the huge stones in Sacsayhuaman, and the mixed religions and tales the guide shared.