Machu Picchu 2 Day Tour and Sacred Valley
TRIP SUMMARY
Overview of the Machu Picchu 2 Day Tour
The Machu Picchu 2 Day Tour and Sacred Valley is an ideal option for travelers who want to experience two of Peru’s most important destinations in a short, well-organized journey. Starting from Cusco, this 2-day adventure combines the archaeological sites and traditional landscapes of the Sacred Valley with an unforgettable guided visit to Machu Picchu.
On the first day, you will travel through the Sacred Valley of the Incas, visiting Pisac and Ollantaytambo while discovering ancient Inca architecture, Andean traditions and spectacular mountain scenery. After the tour, you will board a scenic train to Aguas Calientes and spend the night near Machu Picchu.
The following day, you will take the bus to the Machu Picchu entrance and explore the Inca citadel with a professional guide. Depending on official ticket availability, your visit will follow the assigned Machu Picchu circuit.
This Machu Picchu 2 day tour from Cusco includes the essential transportation, train tickets, hotel accommodation, Machu Picchu entrance, round-trip buses and professional guiding needed for a comfortable experience.
Why Choose This Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu Tour?
This tour combines the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu in just two days, making it ideal for travelers with limited time in Cusco. It includes an overnight stay in Aguas Calientes, allowing for a more comfortable visit to Machu Picchu. Kantu Peru Tours organizes transportation, train tickets, accommodation, entrance tickets and professional guides, with support from our local team before and during the trip.
Itinerary
Your Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu 2 day tour begins with pickup from your hotel in Cusco. You will travel into the Sacred Valley of the Incas, surrounded by mountains, agricultural terraces and traditional Andean communities.
The first main stop is Pisac, where you will explore its archaeological complex and learn about Inca agricultural, ceremonial and defensive architecture. Depending on the final program, you may also have time to visit the traditional market.
The journey continues to Urubamba, where you will enjoy a buffet lunch at a local tourist restaurant.
In the afternoon, you will visit Ollantaytambo, one of the most impressive archaeological sites in the Sacred Valley. Its massive stone terraces, temples and original Inca streets reveal the extraordinary engineering skills of the Inca civilization.
After the guided visit, you will go to the Ollantaytambo train station and board the train to Aguas Calientes. Upon arrival, a member of our team will assist you with your hotel check-in and provide the final instructions for your Machu Picchu visit.
Overnight: Aguas Calientes
Meals included: Buffet lunch
Accommodation: Selected hotel in Aguas Calientes
After breakfast at your hotel, you will walk to the bus station and take the approximately 30-minute ride to the entrance of Machu Picchu.
At the scheduled entrance time, you will enter the archaeological site with your professional guide. During the guided tour, you will learn about Machu Picchu’s history, architecture, religious importance and possible functions within the Inca Empire.
The exact route inside Machu Picchu depends on the entrance circuit confirmed at the time of booking. Since tickets and circuits are controlled by the Peruvian authorities, early booking is strongly recommended.
After your visit, you will return by bus to Aguas Calientes. Depending on your train schedule, you will have free time to enjoy lunch, explore the town or visit the local market.
Later, you will board the return train to Ollantaytambo. Our transportation will meet you at the station and take you back to your hotel in Cusco.
Meals included: Breakfast
Tour ending point: Your hotel or an agreed location in central Cusco
Included
- Sacred Valley Tour: Transportation, professional guide, and entrance fees.
- Train ticket Ollantaytambo - Aguas Calientes - Ollantaytambo.
- CONSETTUR bus ticket Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu - Aguas Calientes.
- Entrance to Machu Picchu. Circuit 2 (Subject to availability).
- Buffet lunch at a tourist restaurant in the Sacred Valley on Day 1.
- Transfer Ollantaytambo train station - Hotel in Cusco.
- 01-night accommodation in Aguas Calientes (based on double room).
- 01 breakfast at the hotel on the second day.
- Personalized and permanent attention.
- IMPORTANT: You can choose the guiding language (Spanish or English). Guided tours in Portuguese are available in private service.
Not Included
- International and national flights.
- Airport transfers.
- Accommodation nights in Cusco.
- Meals not mentioned in the inclusions.
- Water and snacks.
- Phone calls.
- Any other service not mentioned.
- Travel insurance.
- Tips.
OPTIONAL
Entrance ticket for Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain: Extra Cost USD 75.00 per person (Needs to be booked several months in advance).
Recommendations
- Bring your passport or identity document (DNI) (the same with which the reservation was made).
- Wear suitable shoes for walking in Machu Picchu.
- Bring a small backpack, your camera, hat, sunscreen, and mosquito repellent.
- It is only allowed to carry 5 kilos of luggage on the train.
- Book your tickets to Machu Picchu in advance.
- Personal medications.
- Important to know to bring suncream and sunhat.
- Bottle of water and snacks.
- Extra money.
Prices
| Group Tour | Price | Click to Book |
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| Price per person in double room – Minimum 2 people | ||
ESTANDARDHotel⭐⭐ |
$ 411.00 USD | BOOK NOW |
TOURISTHotel⭐⭐⭐ |
$434.00 USD | BOOK NOW |
SUPERIORHotel⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
$447.00 USD | BOOK NOW |
The service includes the Expedition Train or the Voyager Train. If you prefer a panoramic train experience, you can upgrade to the Vistadome Train — one way: Vistadome Observatory / return: regular Vistadome — for an additional US$95.00 per person.
| Private Tour | Price | Click to Book |
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| Price per person in double room – Minimum 2 people | ||
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$580.00 USD | BOOK NOW |
SUPERIORHotel⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
$593.00 USD | BOOK NOW |
The service includes the Vistadome Train. If you prefer the Hiram Bingham Train, add US$750.00 per person.
Frequently Asked Questions
The tour includes transportation through the Sacred Valley, professional guides, train tickets, one hotel night in Aguas Calientes, breakfast, Machu Picchu entrance, round-trip buses and return transportation to Cusco. Exact inclusions depend on the selected package.
Yes. The tour includes one night of accommodation in Aguas Calientes. Available hotel categories may include standard, three-star and four-star options.
The tour starts with pickup from your hotel in Cusco. Pickup conditions may vary for hotels located outside the historic center.
The standard itinerary visits Pisac, Urubamba and Ollantaytambo before taking the train to Aguas Calientes.
The circuit depends on official availability when the entrance ticket is purchased. Early booking provides a better chance of securing a preferred route, but a specific circuit cannot be guaranteed before confirmation.
The tour is considered easy to moderate. There is no long trek, but visitors must walk on uneven paths and stone steps at the archaeological sites.
Yes. The itinerary can be suitable for families with children who are comfortable traveling by road and train and walking through archaeological sites. Children must remain supervised throughout the tour.
Booking several months in advance is recommended, especially for travel from May through September. Machu Picchu tickets, preferred circuits and train schedules have limited availability.
Yes, subject to availability. These mountain tickets have an additional cost and should be requested several months before the travel date.
The train category depends on the selected package. Standard and panoramic train upgrades may be available. The confirmed train company, service and schedule will be shown in your reservation.
Train operators apply luggage limits. Travelers should bring a small overnight bag and leave large suitcases at their hotel in Cusco.
Transportation from Ollantaytambo to Cusco is included. Drop-off is normally provided at your hotel or an agreed central location, depending on access and traffic conditions.
Types of Train
The regular train service to Machu Picchu, called Expedition is a basic tourist train, with all the comfort and view of incredible landscapes to make your trip an unforgettable experience. It has bathrooms and attention on board by a highly trained staff.

Vistadome train service is a good alternative if you are looking to enjoy the incredible landscapes on the way to Machu Picchu to the fullest, with panoramic windows that will make sure you do not miss any detail of the beautiful surrounding ecosystem, along with a mix of snacks, drinks included and a show on board, they make the perfect complement to enjoy an incredible trip.

The Vistadome observatory train is a good alternative if you are looking to fully enjoy the incredible landscapes on the way to Machu Picchu, with panoramic windows that will ensure you don't miss any details of the beautiful surrounding ecosystem, along with a mix of snacks, drinks included and a show on board, are the perfect complement to enjoy an incredible trip.

It is the most luxurious train in Peru, with which you can have a luxury experience, all included. Enjoy the multiple wagons of Hiram Bingham, where you can find a restaurant wagon, bar with open bar, a van with beautiful balconies, musicians on board, and tourist guides that will make you not miss a single detail.

Are you ready for the adventure?
Final
Explore the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu with transportation, train tickets, hotel accommodation, entrance tickets and professional guiding carefully coordinated by our local team in Cusco.
Machu Picchu tickets and preferred circuits have limited availability. Contact Kantu Peru Tours today to check your travel date and receive personalized assistance with your reservation.
