Sacred Valley And Machu Picchu 2 Day Tour
From US$375 per person
Chinchero | Moray | Maras Salt Mines | Urubamba | Ollantaytambo | Aguas Calientes | Machu Picchu
Trip Summary
Total time
2 days / 1 night
Meals included
2 Lunches
Group size
Up to 10 people
Transportation
Bus and Train
Why Pick This Tour
This experience combines the archaeological richness of the Sacred Valley with the majesty of Machu Picchu in just two days. It is the ideal option for travelers seeking maximum cultural immersion, visiting key sites such as Moray, Maras, and Ollantaytambo, while ensuring a restful night in Aguas Calientes to arrive at the Inca citadel feeling refreshed and unhurried.
The best part of the tour: Guided tour of Sacred Valley And Machu Picchu 2 Day Tour
Over View – Machu Picchu + Sacred Valley Tour from Cusco
This tour offers the most efficient and seamless way to connect the Inca historical heritage. Day 1 begins with pickup at your hotel in Cusco for a full day in the Sacred Valley. Accompanied by your Guide, you will explore the textile traditions of Chinchero, the unique circular agricultural laboratories of Moray, the impressive Maras Salt Mines (entrance ticket separate), and the fortress of Ollantaytambo. The day ends at the Ollantaytambo station where you board the panoramic train to Aguas Calientes, where a transfer will take you to your Hostel. Day 2 is dedicated to Machu Picchu. After breakfast, you will take the CONSETTUR BUS for the guided tour through the most iconic temples and plazas. Upon finishing, you will return to Aguas Calientes for a Buffet Lunch (included) before starting the comfortable return trip to Cusco in the afternoon.
Itinerary – Machu Picchu + Sacred Valley Tour from Cusco
Day 1 : Cusco - Chinchero - Moray - Maras Salt Mines - Urubamba - Ollantaytambo - Aguas Calientes
A tour representative will pick you up at your hotel (in the historic center of Cusco) in tourist transportation and the Sacred Valley tour will begin. The first stop is the Textile Center and Archaeological Site of Chinchero. Once there, you will enter a Textile Center where local artisans will explain the dyeing and weaving process of camelid wool, inherited from their ancestors. After the explanation, you will access the Chinchero Archaeological Center by showing your Tourist Ticket for a guided tour. Continuing, you will visit the Moray Archaeological Site (requires Tourist Ticket), where the guide will show you the different Inca agricultural laboratories. The next stop will be the Maras Salt Mines, where the Guide will inform you that a separate entrance fee must be paid, charged by the local community, and you will have time to take photos at key points. Arriving in Urubamba, you will head to the Restaurant to enjoy a 40-minute buffet lunch. The last visit of the Sacred Valley is the Ollantaytambo Archaeological Site, where you can appreciate the imposing fortress from above.
After the tour, the Guide will direct you on how to get to the Ollantaytambo train station so you can get your belongings ready for the train. The Sacred Valley Guide will say goodbye at the station, and you will continue alone aboard the train to the town of Aguas Calientes (approximately 1 hr 45 min). Upon getting off the train, a transfer will be waiting at the station with a sign and calling you by name to take you to your Hostel.
Once comfortable, in the evening the Machu Picchu Guide will contact you to coordinate the next day’s meeting and provide information on how to take the CONSETTUR BUS.
Day 2 : Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu - Return to Cusco
After a delicious breakfast at your hotel, you will head to the station to board the CONSETTUR BUS (the ride up takes approximately 30 min). When you arrive at the Machu Picchu entrance, the Guide will be waiting and calling you by name. We recommend having your Passport ready and most importantly your Machu Picchu Entrance Ticket. You will enter the archaeological park by showing your ticket and passport at the checkpoint. Your professional guide (accredited) will take you on a 1 to 1.5-hour tour through the most important points of the citadel (according to the type of Entrance Ticket).
When the visit ends, the CONSETTUR BUS will take you back to the Aguas Calientes bus terminal. Once in town, the Guide will give you the Restaurant address so you can have your included buffet lunch. When you finish lunch, you will have free time to walk around the town of Aguas Calientes or visit the Artisan Market.
Then, you will return to the train station to board the return train to Ollantaytambo (approximately 2 hrs 45 min). Some trains have onboard entertainment. You will arrive at the Ollantaytambo train station, where tourist transportation will be waiting to return to the city of Cusco and will drop you off near the Plaza de Armas or at your hotel (if within the center).
What’s Included
- Tourist Transportation: Transfer from Cusco to the Sacred Valley of the Incas through Ollantaytambo (Day 1) and return to Cusco the following day. Comfortable and safe service.
- Tourist Train: Round-trip ticket Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes – Ollantaytambo.
- Accommodation: 1 night at tourist hostel in Aguas Calientes, private room with bathroom, hot water, and continental breakfast.
- Machu Picchu Entrance: Official entrance to Machu Picchu (Circuit 1, 2, or 3 based on availability).
- Buffet Lunches: Day 1 in Urubamba. Day 2 in Aguas Calientes.
- Professional Guide: Bilingual guide (Spanish – English) for the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu (1 to 1.5 hours).
- Consettur Bus: Round-trip official bus ticket to the sanctuary entrance.
- Permanent Assistance: Accompaniment and coordination throughout the entire service.
What’s Not Included
- Dinner (Day 1): Dinner in Aguas Calientes (free time for the passenger to choose).
- General Tourist Ticket (BTG) or Partial (BTP): Required for entry to the Sacred Valley Archaeological Sites (Chinchero, Moray, Ollantaytambo). Must be purchased by the passenger.
- Maras Salt Mines Entrance Ticket: Entrance fee charged by the local community.
- Huayna Picchu Mountain Entrance Ticket: This is an additional ticket with extra cost and subject to availability.
- Travel Insurance: Not included. We recommend purchasing it personally to cover unforeseen events.
Essential Recommendations
I. Planning and Documentation
- Archaeological Tickets: It is mandatory to purchase the General Tourist Ticket (BTG) or Partial (BTP) for the Sacred Valley sites. You can buy it in Cusco or at the first point of visit (Chinchero).
- Planning and Booking: Make your reservation early. The agency will organize the purchase of train, bus, and Machu Picchu tickets, but spots are limited.
- Official Identification: Always carry your original passport or ID. It is an essential requirement for entry to the sites and boarding trains.
- Medical Coverage: It is highly recommended to purchase a travel insurance policy covering medical assistance in case of altitude sickness, accidents, and cancellations.
II. Travel Kit
- Small Backpack: Use a daypack, maximum 25 liters (6.6 gallons).
- Layered Clothing: Wear comfortable clothing in layers. This is essential due to the temperature variation between Cusco (maximum altitude) and Aguas Calientes (minimum altitude).
- Sun and Rain Protection: Bring sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat or cap, and a waterproof jacket or rain poncho.
- Provisions: Reusable water bottle and some cash (soles) for expenses not covered (dinner, Salt Mines, etc.).
III. Conduct During the Tour
- Punctuality: Be punctual for pickup and return times so as not to affect the group’s logistics.
- Archaeological Respect: Follow the guide’s instructions. Do not touch the stones or leave the paths.
- One-Way Flow: Remember that the flow of the tour inside Machu Picchu is one-way and retracing your steps is not permitted.
- Prohibited Items: Do not bring drones, large tripods, or bulky backpacks. Eating inside the citadel is prohibited.
2026 Rates – Machu Picchu 2 Days + Sacred Valley
We invite you to discover the World Wonder: Machu Picchu alongside the impressive Sacred Valley of the Incas.
We offer a comfortable, safe, and well-organized service, always focused on providing an unforgettable experience for our passengers. Our Premium Package includes panoramic tourist trains, designed to offer greater comfort and spectacular views of the Andean landscape.
I. 2026 Rates:
- Student: $375 USD per person
- Child (3 to 17 years): $375 USD per person
- Adult: $395 USD per person
Student Rate Conditions: The student rate applies in accordance with current regulations of the Ministry of Culture of Peru for entry to Machu Picchu. To access the discount, the passenger must present their physical, original, valid student ID with a visible expiration date, both at the time of booking and during entry to the sanctuary.
Important: If the student ID does not meet these requirements, access with the student rate may be denied at the Machu Picchu entrance gate. Make sure you meet all criteria before making your reservation.
Cancellation Policies – Machu Picchu 2 Days + Sacred Valley Tour
These cancellation policies for the Machu Picchu 2 Days + Sacred Valley Tour apply to all reservations made with Viajes Peru, an agency specializing in Machu Picchu tours, Cusco tours, and Sacred Valley packages.
- Machu Picchu Tour Cancellations by the Passenger
- If the passenger decides to cancel their Machu Picchu 2 Days + Sacred Valley Tour after having made full payment, a refund will be issued for the amount paid minus the non-refundable deposit of $180 USD per person.
- If the passenger has only made the initial deposit, no refund will be issued, as this amount covers the advance booking of train tickets to Machu Picchu and official Machu Picchu entrance, which are non-refundable per the policies of the Ministry of Culture of Peru.
- Cancellations Due to Force Majeure or External Causes
- In case of cancellation of the Machu Picchu tour from Cusco due to situations beyond the company’s control, such as:
- Strikes
- Natural disasters
- Road blockages
- Suspension of trains
- Extreme weather conditions
- Government decisions
- Train tickets and Machu Picchu entrance (approximately $65 USD in value) are non-refundable, in accordance with the policies of the Ministry of Culture of Peru and the railway companies operating the service to Machu Picchu.
- Cancellation and Refund Requests
- All cancellation requests for Cusco tours or Machu Picchu tours must be sent to the email:
- 📧 viajesperureservas@gmail.com
- At least 2 weeks before the tour start date.
- The request must include:
- Full name of the passenger
- Machu Picchu tour date
- Reservation number
- Proof of payment
- Requests will only be processed during business hours.
- ⚠️ The Machu Picchu entrance ticket cannot be canceled or refunded, per the official policies of the Ministry of Culture of Peru.
- Initial Deposit – Non-refundable
- The initial deposit of $180 USD per person for the Machu Picchu 2 Days + Sacred Valley Tour is:
- Non-refundable
- Non-transferable
- Not valid for another date or another passenger
- This deposit guarantees:
- Reservation of train tickets to Machu Picchu
- Purchase of Machu Picchu entrance ticket
- Logistical organization of the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu tour
- Tour Date Changes
- It is possible to reschedule the Machu Picchu 2-Day Tour, subject to availability of train tickets and Machu Picchu entrances.
- A penalty of $65 USD per person will apply, which covers:
- Issuance of a new Machu Picchu entrance ticket
- Date change for the Machu Picchu train ticket
- This cost is applied directly by the railway companies and the Ministry of Culture of Peru.
- No Show
- If the passenger does not show up on the day of the Machu Picchu tour and has not given prior notice, it will be considered a No Show and no refund will be issued.
Frequently Asked Questions – Machu Picchu + Sacred Valley Tour from Cusco
What is the best time to visit Machu Picchu and the Sacred Valley?
Machu Picchu and the Sacred Valley of the Incas can be visited year-round. The dry season (April to October) is considered the best time to visit Machu Picchu from Cusco, as there is less rain and better mountain views. The rainy season (November to March) is also a good option because there are fewer tourists and the landscape is greener.
How far in advance should I book the Machu Picchu tour?
We recommend booking the Machu Picchu + Sacred Valley Tour at least 1 to 2 months in advance, especially if you wish to include Huayna Picchu, as tickets are limited and sell out quickly.
Is the Machu Picchu entrance included in the tour?
Yes. Our Machu Picchu tour from Cusco includes the official entrance ticket to Machu Picchu, issued by the Ministry of Culture of Peru. Access allows you to tour the Inca citadel through the authorized circuits.
Is the train to Machu Picchu included?
Yes. The tour includes a round-trip tourist train ticket Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes – Ollantaytambo, one of the most impressive railway routes to Machu Picchu.
Where is the Sacred Valley?
The Sacred Valley of the Incas is located between Cusco and Machu Picchu and is one of Peru’s most important destinations. In this valley, you’ll find famous archaeological sites such as Pisac, Ollantaytambo, and Moray.
How long is the guided visit at Machu Picchu?
The guided visit inside Machu Picchu lasts approximately 1 to 1.5 hours with a certified professional guide, who will explain the history, architecture, and culture of the Inca civilization.
Is climbing Huayna Picchu difficult?
The Huayna Picchu hike is considered moderate to challenging. The ascent takes approximately 45 to 60 minutes and offers one of the best panoramic views of Machu Picchu.
What should I bring for the Machu Picchu tour?
We recommend bringing:
- Original passport
- Comfortable hiking clothes
- Trekking shoes or sneakers
- Sunscreen
- Insect repellent
- Waterproof or lightweight jacket
- Water bottle
- Camera or phone for photos
What altitude are Cusco and Machu Picchu at?
The city of Cusco is at 11,152 feet (3,399 meters) above sea level, while Machu Picchu is at 7,972 feet (2,430 meters). Many travelers visit the Sacred Valley first, which has a lower altitude and helps with acclimatization before visiting Machu Picchu.
Do I need to acclimatize before the tour?
Yes. We recommend spending at least 1 day in Cusco or the Sacred Valley to adapt to the altitude before taking the Machu Picchu tour.
Is it safe to travel to Machu Picchu?
Yes. Machu Picchu and the Sacred Valley are very safe tourist destinations visited by millions of travelers each year. Organized tours from Cusco include tourist transportation, professional guides, and ongoing coordination.
How do I get to Machu Picchu from Cusco?
The most common way to get there is:
- Transportation from Cusco to Ollantaytambo
- Tourist train to Aguas Calientes
- Bus to the Machu Picchu entrance
