Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu 2-Day Tour
TRIP SUMMARY
Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu 2 Day Tour – Two Iconic Destinations
Discover two of Peru’s most remarkable destinations with our Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu 2 Day Tour, a carefully organized experience combining Inca archaeological sites, Andean landscapes, scenic train travel and an overnight stay in Aguas Calientes. Starting from Cusco, this itinerary is designed for travelers who want to explore both the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu without committing to a longer multi-day package.
Your journey through the Sacred Valley includes visits to Pisac and Ollantaytambo, where you can discover impressive Inca terraces, stone architecture and traditional Andean surroundings. After exploring the valley, you will board the tourist train to Aguas Calientes and spend the night close to Machu Picchu, allowing for a more comfortable visit to the archaeological site the following day.
The Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu 2 Day Tour from Cusco includes the essential travel services required for the experience, including tourist transportation, professional guiding, train tickets, hotel accommodation, Machu Picchu entrance, round-trip bus transportation and selected meals. Travelers looking for a shorter option focused exclusively on the Inca citadel can also explore our Machu Picchu Full Day Tour from Cusco as a recommended alternative.
Why Choose This Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu Tour?
This tour is ideal for travelers with limited time who want to experience more than Machu Picchu alone. By combining Pisac, Ollantaytambo and Machu Picchu in a single 2-day program, you gain a broader understanding of Inca history and the Sacred Valley before visiting Peru’s most iconic archaeological destination.
The overnight stay in Aguas Calientes also provides a more convenient way to visit Machu Picchu than returning to Cusco on the same day. Kantu Peru Tours coordinates transportation, train tickets, accommodation, entrance tickets and professional guiding, with local assistance before and during your trip.
Itinerary
Your Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu 2 Day Tour begins with pickup from your hotel in Cusco. From there, you will travel into the Sacred Valley of the Incas, surrounded by mountains, agricultural terraces and traditional Andean communities.
Your first main visit is Pisac, where you will explore the archaeological complex and learn about Inca agricultural terraces, ceremonial areas and defensive structures. Depending on the final operating program, you may also have time to visit the traditional market before continuing deeper into the valley.
The journey continues to Urubamba, where you will enjoy a buffet lunch at a tourist restaurant. Afterward, you will travel to Ollantaytambo, one of the most important archaeological sites in the Sacred Valley. Its monumental stone terraces, temples and preserved Inca streets provide a fascinating introduction to the engineering and urban planning of the Inca civilization.
After the guided visit, you will continue to the Ollantaytambo train station and board the tourist train to Aguas Calientes. Upon arrival, a member of our team will assist you with hotel check-in and provide the final information for your Machu Picchu visit the following day.
Overnight: Aguas Calientes
After breakfast at your hotel, you will walk to the bus station and take the tourist bus toward the entrance of Machu Picchu.
At your confirmed entrance time, you will enter the archaeological site with your professional guide. During the guided visit, you will learn about Machu Picchu’s history, architecture, religious significance and role within the Inca civilization while following the route assigned to your entrance ticket.
The exact circuit inside Machu Picchu depends on official ticket availability at the time of booking. Because entrance tickets and circuits are controlled by the Peruvian authorities, booking in advance is strongly recommended, especially if you prefer a particular route.
After completing your visit, you will return by bus to Aguas Calientes. Depending on your confirmed train schedule, you may have free time for lunch or to explore the town before boarding the return train to Ollantaytambo. Upon arrival, tourist transportation will be waiting to take you back to your hotel or an agreed location in central Cusco.
Tour ending point: Hotel or 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Price per person in double room – Minimum 2 people | ||
TOURISTHotel⭐⭐⭐ | $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 tourist transportation through the Sacred Valley, professional guiding, train tickets, one hotel night in Aguas Calientes, breakfast, a buffet lunch on the first day, Machu Picchu entrance, round-trip bus transportation and return transportation to Cusco. Exact inclusions depend on the selected package.
The standard itinerary includes Pisac, Urubamba and Ollantaytambo before continuing by train to Aguas Calientes. These destinations combine archaeological sites, Andean landscapes and traditional communities.
Yes. The tour includes one night of accommodation in Aguas Calientes. Different hotel categories are available according to the package selected at the time of booking.
The exact circuit depends on official availability when the entrance ticket is purchased. Circuit 2 may be prioritized when available, but a specific route cannot be guaranteed until the ticket has been confirmed.
The group service includes the Expedition or Voyager train. Panoramic train upgrades may be available for an additional cost. Private service includes different train options according to the selected package.
The tour is considered easy to moderate. There is no long-distance trekking, but travelers should be comfortable walking on uneven stone paths, terraces and steps at archaeological sites.
Early booking is strongly recommended because Machu Picchu entrance tickets, preferred circuits, train services and hotel availability are limited. Booking several months in advance is advisable during periods of higher demand.
Yes, subject to availability and an additional entrance fee. These mountain tickets have limited capacity and should be requested well in advance of your travel date.
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.
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Book Your Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu 2 Day Tour
Explore Pisac, Ollantaytambo and Machu Picchu in one carefully organized 2-day journey from Cusco.
Travel with train tickets, hotel accommodation, entrance tickets, tourist buses, selected meals and professional guiding arranged in advance by our local team.
Book your Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu 2 Day Tour with Kantu Peru Tours today and secure your preferred travel date and Machu Picchu entrance.
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