Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu Tour

Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu Tour 

Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu tour 2 day, is an incredible trip that takes you through some of the most stunning scenery in Cusco. The Sacred Valley is a beautiful setting, with mountains, rivers and valleys all around. The tour takes you through the Sacred Valley, stopping at key sites along the way. These include the Inca sites of Pisaq, the picturesque town of Ollantaytambo and amazing day in Salineras Maras in Urubamba.

You then move on to Machu Picchu, one of the Seven Wonders world. The tour includes a guided visit to the site, as well as time to explore on your own. This is an amazing trip that is sure to leave you with lasting memories of the Peru.

Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu Tour Day-by-day

Day 1: Sacred Valley Tour – Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes 

Meals: Included 
Hotel: Selected 3 star hotels
Entrance Tickets: Included

Day 2: Explore Machu Picchu – Return to Cusco

Meals: Breakfast
Entrance Tickets: Included

Why should you join us for the  Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu tour?

• Visit the amazing Pisaq agricultural terraces and Ollantaytambo.
• Visit the ruins and the local market in the quaint Andean hamlet of Pisaq.
• Join a typical Peruvian family in Ollantaytambo for a delicious home-cooked meal and an educational cultural experience.
• Train experience
• Guiding tour of the Secred Valley and Machu Picchu
• Explore the last y mystical ancient citadel of Machu Picchu peru, one of “New Seven Wonders of the World” in Private Tour.
• You will have a sunrise on the last day in Machu Picchu Inca Ruins.

Full Itinerary of the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu Tour 

Day 1: Sacred Valley Tour

We offer two options that start at 7:15 am at your hotel in Cusco. With these tours, you will get the chance to explore all of the incredible attractions offered in Sacred Valley Tour. One simply cannot explore it all properly in just one day, which is why we have split it up into two different packages. Make sure to choose the option that best suits your preferences so you won’t miss anything during your Sacred Valley adventure!

• Option 01: Via Pisac( Awanacancha market – Pisac Ruins and Ollantaytambo)

We pick you up from your hotel at 07:00 am and head for the sacred valley. Explore the amazing sites, including Awana Cancha with its incredible array of alpacas, llamas, vicuña, and huanacos. Next is Pisac Archeological site. Catch a glimpse at adventure in history and culture as we explore its unique scenes. Afterwards, take a visit to Pisac Market–your opportunity to experience the traditional Andean indigenous cultures through the vibrant local market showcase their customs and products. Take a break for lunch in Urubamba before continuing on to visit Ollantaytambo Archeological site where tales of Andean magic linger into eternity! Don’t forget to add some extra fun with an optional Brewery tour during the halfway! When it’s time to go back, catch either a 03:37 pm or 07:30 pm train to Aguas Calientes before checking yourselves into your luxurious hotel and capping off the night with dinner and a restful sleep. Give yourself this once-in-a-lifetime experience by joining our sacred valley & machu picchu tour!

• Option 2: Via Chincheros (Chincheros ruins, Moray ruins, Maras Salineras and Ollantaytambo)

The sacred valley & Machu Picchu Tour provides an incredible opportunity to explore Peruvian culture and history in just one day. Beginning with a pickup at 07:00 am from your hotel, our tour takes you to the textile center of Chinchero, the colonial town of Maras, and the enigmatic Inca site of Moray. Marvel at vibrant salt mines that have been used since Pre-Inca times before experiencing the majestic ruins of Ollantaytambo for yourself. All this is bookended with a train ride to Aguas Calientes from where you can witness Machu Picchu in all its glory. Don’t miss out on this amazing chance to discover the hidden treasures of Peru.

Meals: Included (at a local house in Ollantaytambo)
Hotel: Selected 3 star hotels ( Tierra Viva Hotel, Aguas Calientes)
Entrance Tickets: Included

Day 2:Explore Machu Picchu Tour –  Return Cusco 

Day two of your trip is the most magical day – a day to explore the legendary ruins of Machu Picchu! You’ll start your day early and take the first bus up to Machu Picchu, where you will be able to witness the picturesque sunrise over the ruins. Followed by a 2-hour-long guided tour from an expert guide, you will have ample opportunity to absorb everything there is to know about machu picchu in one day. Afterwards, you can even trek up Huayna Picchu Mountain if you have the extra ticket, but note that it costs $65 per person. Come dusk and you’ll be taking a breathtaking train ride back to Ollantaytambo before being driven back to Cusco and your hotel. So don’t miss out on this incredible chance and make sure to get an exclusive machu picchu experience for yourself!

Meals: Included
Entrance Tickets: Included

What is included of the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu tour?

Included

Pick up: From the airport (send fly details)

Local Guide: Professional English Speaking Tour Guide

Transportation: Private comfortable bus.

Expeditions Train tickets: Round Trip Ollantaytambo- Aguas Calientes Town.

 Entrance tickets: One day tourist ticket for Sacred Valley and entrance to Machu Picchu is all included on this tour.

 Bus tickets: round trip from Aguas Calientes town- Machu picchu.

 Hotel: This tour includes a one-night 3-star hotel in Aguas calientes. We have a selection of hotels, great service and accommodation (if you have any suggestions let us know). Our price is based on rooming two people per room.

Food: 1 Lunch / 1 dinner / 1 breakfast in your hotel. (All three of these meals are included in your tour.)

Snacks: For 1st day.

First aid: Our team is trained in first aid. In case of emergency we follow an emergency plan to provide the fastest possible attention

Extras: We believe that personalized attention is a plus for us, so small details are very important. We are committed to creating the most authentic experience towards Machu Picchu.

Transfers: Free roundtrip airport transportation.

Sacred valley and Machu Picchu Tour Day-by-Day Inclusions

Day 1: Sacred Valley Tour – Pisaq Ruins – Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes

Pick up from your hotel
Admission to archaeological sites
Lunch with a local family in the village of Ollantaytambo.
Snacks
Train from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes town.
Hotel in Aguas Calientes town
Personalized attention

Day 2: Machu picchu the sacred City of the Inkas

Breakfast at your hotel
Entrance fees to Machu Picchu
Guided visit to the legendary citadel of Machu Picchu
Bus ticket from Machu Picchu citadel to Agaus Calientes
Expedition class train with panoramic views
Transfer by Altitude Experience bus back to your hotel in Cusco

Not Included

Tasting Guinea Pig Meat: (Optional) the guinea pig meat tasting is optional for people who want to try it made by the same locals in a local house.

• Guinea Pig Meat: USD$ 20 per person

Huayna Picchu: The mountain that is next to Machu Picchu. This trek has a duration of about 50 minutes and is quite the walk. It has a cost of 75 USD, and for us to be able to get permission for this mountain, you must let us know  a month in advance due to its popularity.

• Huayna Picchu Mountain: USD$ 75 per person

 Tips: Tips are always welcome, and should be based on your travel satisfaction (not mandatory).

Travel insurance: Travel insurance is recommended, but not mandatory. Normally many people get sick with altitude sickness, so we recommend adapting 1 day or 2 days before starting a trek.

 Day Backpacks: the agency does not provide backpacks, so you must bring your own. Note; Machu Picchu does not allow backpacks over 25 lb.

Price for the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu Tour 

The Sacred Valley & Machu Picchu Tour can be done on any date that works best for you as long as we have a minimum of two people!

Price for sacred Valley and Machu Picchu Tour

• Price per person for 2 people: USD $ 489.00
• Price per person for 3 people: USD $ 459.00
• Price per person for 4 people: USD $ 449.00 or more..

Discounts Sacred Valley & Machu Picchu Tour

• Student discount: The student discount applies only to people who present their valid UNIVERSITY CARD. Children under 17 years of age or younger. To grant the discount we need you to send us a copy of the university card. For children 17 and under, we need a passport copy for booking. Discount: $ 30 off per person

Additional Items

• Huayna Picchu: $ 75 per person
• Vistadome Train (one way): $ 75 per person
• Vistadome Train (round trip): $ 115 per person

Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu Tour FAQs

Briefing Sacred Valley & Machu Picchu Tour

The briefing for the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu tour will take one night before the trek at 5: 40pm in your Hotel, which you must provide us with the hotel address.

Where do I leave my luggage while doing the Sacred Valley & Machu Picchu Tour?

Altitude Experience has a luggage storage and and during the Sacred valley and Machu Picchu tour your main luggage can be stored at our office or at your hotel, whichever is more convenient for you.

Where can i book the Inca Quarry Trek 4 day?

FIRST, to book your Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu tour, please contact with Us, to see our departures and available spaces, clicking on CONTACT US on our homepage or by clicking here.

Please have the following information on hand (FROM EACH PARTICIPANT in your group). We will be unable to purchase an Inca Trail permit unless we have the following information:

Personal data (your full name, exactly as it appears on your passport):

Gender
Number on a passport
Date of Birth (dd / mm / yyyy)
Nationality

*** We need copies of each participant’s passport to book Inca Trail permits!

SECOND, in order to purchase a permit for the Classic Inca Trail, we require a deposit of $211.00 USD per person. You can deposit by clicking on the VISA or PAYPAL symbols at the top of our home page, or on the VISA or PAYPAL symbols on our booking page.

Where is the Balance?

If you want to avoid the high credit card fees in Peru, you can pay in cash at our Cusco office (in US dollars or Peruvian soles). To withdraw money, there are numerous ATMs located throughout the historical district. You can also pay online with Paypal }, but there is a 5.5% service fee charged by VISA and PAYPAL. To pay your balance via PAYPAL.

Can I change the date after buying the permits?

Regrettably, the answer is no. The Peruvian government does not allow changes once permits have been purchased, so we cannot change any dates after the permit has been purchased. If you need to change the date of your trek, there is a $100 fee because we must purchase a new permit for you. Permits are also not transferable nor refundable. If you cancel your Machu Picchu Trek, your deposit will not be refunded!

Do I need my original passport for the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu tour?

Yes! You must bring your original passport, with the same passport number that you used to book your Machu Picchu permit with us. When you enter Machu Picchu and board the train, your passport will be checked. If you are renewing your passport, send us a copy of your old passport to secure your permit, and we will change it once you receive your new passport. If this is the case, please send us a copy of your newly issued passport as soon as possible.

What is the weather like in the sacred valley and Machu Picchu Tour?

Peru is one of the most enchanting places in the world. It is home to the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu Tour, a two-day journey to discover Peru’s spectacular culture, geography and wildlife. Every traveler should make sure to pack everything they need given that weather conditions can be quite diverse throughout this tour. During the Sacred Valley portion of the tour temperatures range from mild at lower altitudes to cooling in mountain locations, such as Machu Picchu. On day one you may experience a combination of sun, rain and clouds but keep in mind that on day two you will likely explore under clear blue skies with plenty of opportunities for awe inspiring panoramic photos. The views are spectacular whether it’s raining or sunshine but by preparing for any type of weather you’re sure to have an enjoyable Sacred Valley & Machu Picchu Tour!

Are tips mandatory in the Sacred Valley & Machu Picchu tour?

If you are satisfied with the services provided, a tip is appreciated, though it is not required. While it may not be customary in your country, it is extremely important for the people who will be looking after you during your journey. It inspires excellent service and is ingrained in the tourism industry in many Altitude Experience Peru destinations. Of course, you are free to tip however much you want, based on your perception of the quality and duration of your trip. Remember that tipping is optional and should only be given when you receive exceptional service.