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Sacred Valley to Machu Picchu 2 Days– Embark on a tour of Peru’s iconic sites, Machu Picchu and the Sacred Valley of the Incas, or explore the highland culture, the most beautiful and impressive Inca ruins, the Sacred Valley of the Incas on your path to Machu Picchu, and the Inca, along with its stunning landscapes and bohemian life. The Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu Tour offers you a great amount of Inca history over 2 days, and is perfect for those with limited time but looking to explore the Sacred Valley of the Incas as much as possible, either by traveling along the Chinchero site and market or the Chinchero route. Above all, accompanied by a professional local guide of Go Treks Peru who speaks English.
This amazing Tour of Sacred Valley to Machu Picchu 2 days from Cusco is an unforgettable experience for any visitor who wants to dive deep into the ancient essence of the Inca culture, visiting some of the most intriguing places on the earth in the rugged mountains northeast of Cusco before delighting amazing tour to one of the new seven wonders of the world Machu Picchu— one of the finest not only in Peru but also in all of South America
Be ready to explore the Sacred Valley of the Incas on our Machu Picchu experience, and enjoy the world’s greatest travel destination, with the best team of Go Treks Peru, in a small group with a private van. On this tour, you will also get to know the villages of the Sacred Valley of the Incas, such as Chinchero, Salt mines, Urubamba, and Ollantaytambo.
We will pick you up at your hotel (8:00 a.m.) and travel by bus to the Sacred Valley. Upon arrival in Chinchero, we will park in the town center and visit the archaeological site and chapel, as well as the agricultural terraces. You will be able to observe the process of dyeing alpaca and llama wool. Then we will head to the archaeological site of Maras, followed by a visit to the salt mines in the town of Maras.
Afterward, we will travel to the town of Urubamba for lunch.
After lunch, we will continue our journey to Ollantaytambo, the last inhabited Inca city. There you can admire impressive stone buildings, walls, and steep terraces.
Finally, our transportation will drop you off at the train station. Once on board, the journey to Aguas Calientes will take two hours. Our staff will be waiting to accompany you to your hotel for a rest.
This 2-day tour is the main reason you came to Peru. You will need to start off right: breakfast (5:00 a.m.) at the hotel. Then, you will board the bus that goes up to Machu Picchu, which will take approximately 25 minutes to arrive (the gate opens at 6:00 a.m.) Once there, we will have to show our passports, and depending on the circuit, they will give us some necklaces (The best circuit is the 2nd, for this, you have to book 3 months in advance).
We will go to the top, there are 4 platforms where you can take classic photos with the view of Huayna Picchu Mountain, once on the last platform the guide will give an introduction about Machu Picchu and then we will visit the most important places in Machu Picchu such as the Stone Quarry, the Temple of the Sun, the Main Square, the Temple of the Three Windows, the Inca Compass, the Sacred Rock, the Temple of the Condor, the Water Fountains, the Inca Terraces, Food Stores this is the second circuit and the best.
After touring Machu Picchu, you will have to board the bus to Aguas Calientes town and have lunch (not included) in the afternoon, board the train to Ollantaytambo town, and then take the bus to Cusco, where we will drop you off at your hotel.
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**Huayna Picchu Mountain is an optional trek within the Machu Picchu Citadel, which do not include a guide. The climb is usually done on your own after your tour of the Machu Picchu Citadel. If you would like the extra hike to be guided, please request in advance. There is an extra cost for this extra guided tour.
The Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu Tour is available all year round. Tour prices are based on the number of people in a group. Prices are valid from March 2026 through January 2027. All prices quoted are in $USD.
| Without Hotel | 3* Hotel (Included) | 3* Hotel (Others) | 4* Hotel | |
| Price Per Person | $457 USD | $470 USD | By request | $577 USD |
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The Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu 2 Days tour is an excellent way to explore the rich history and breathtaking landscapes of the Inca civilization. This journey covers archaeological sites, traditional villages, and the legendary Machu Picchu, making it an ideal trip for those with limited time but a deep interest in Peruvian culture.
This itinerary includes moderate walking and some stairs, especially at Pisac, Ollantaytambo, and Machu Picchu. If you plan to hike Huayna Picchu, expect a steep climb.
Yes! Machu Picchu entry tickets sell out quickly, especially for Huayna Picchu and Machu Picchu Mountain hikes. Book at least 2-3 months in advance.
For this 2-day tour, the train is the best option. The Inca Trail requires at least 2 days for the Short Inca Trail trek.
Expedition Train (budget-friendly, comfortable seats, panoramic windows).
Vistadome Train (better views, glass-roof windows, cultural entertainment).
Hiram Bingham Train (luxury experience with fine dining).
Most trains allow one small backpack (5kg / 11 lbs max). Larger luggage must be stored at your Cusco hotel.
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