Multi-day trip

From Cusco: Machu Picchu and Sacred Valley 2-Day Tour

4.4 / 5

27 reviews

Activity provider: Willka Travel
Multi-day trip

From Cusco: Machu Picchu and Sacred Valley 2-Day Tour

Activity provider: Willka Travel

From US$ 465 per person

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Enjoy the magic of the Sacred Valley of the Incas and the mysteries of Machu Picchu. See the traditional market, pink granite palace at Ollantaytambo, ruins of Incas, and more on a guided tour.

About this activity

Cancellation policy
This activity is non-refundable
Covid-19 precautions
Special health and safety measures are in place. Check your activity voucher once you book for full details.
Duration 3 days
Check availability to see starting times.
Live tour guide
Spanish, English
Pickup included
Please provide your hotel’s name and address in Cusco center. Please indicate if you are staying at a private accommodation (with address), you will then be provided with a meeting point close by.
Small group
Limited to 16 participants

Experience

Highlights
  • Explore the Sacred Valley of the Incas visiting Pisac and Ollantaytambo
  • Learn about the history and culture of the Inca civilization from local guides
  • Travel by train to Machu Picchu to see the ruins of the Lost City of the Incas
  • Soak in the best panoramic views while exploring the legendary site
Full description

Explore the ancient civilization of the Incas on a 2-day guided tour of the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu.

Day 1:

Start the day with a breathtaking ride through the mountains between Cusco and Pisac, and see the Inca temples on an in-depth tour on arrival. Bargain for colorful textiles in the traditional market, and then experience the “Breadbasket of the Incas” on a scenic drive to Urubamba. Arrive in time for lunch at a local restaurant. Then, explore the pink granite palace at Ollantaytambo, and climb the great stairs of the Temple of the Sun. Feast on local produce at a nearby venue, before ending the day with a train ride to Aguas Calientes, where you can bathe in the hot spring baths and enjoy the beauty of the surroundings.

Day 2:

You will take a morning bus up to Machu Picchu to experience the first rays of the sun as they pass through the ruins of the "Lost City of the Incas." Go to a panoramic lookout for the best views and take a 2-hour tour of the legendary site. Get lost in the maze-like constructions, or follow in the footsteps of the ancients and climb Huayna Picchu. Then, enjoy lunch in Aguas Calientes before a lazy ride back to Cusco.

Includes
  • Hotel pick-up and drop off
  • Guided tours of the Sacred Valley, Pisac and Machu Picchu
  • Transportation by comfortable bus through the Sacred Valley
  • Tourist train to and from Aguas Calientes
  • Bus to and from Machu Picchu
  • 3-star hotel accommodation in Aguas Calientes (including breakfast)
  • Entrance to Machu Picchu
  • Bus transportation back to Cusco
  • Climb to Huayna Picchu Mountain or Machu Picchu mountain ($75)
  • Sacred Valley tourist ticket ($22)
  • Meals
  • Tips
Not suitable for
  • Wheelchair users

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What to bring

  • Passport or ID card
  • Sun hat
  • Water
  • Rain gear

Not allowed

  • Luggage or large bags
  • Selfie sticks
  • Umbrellas
  • Alcohol and drugs

Know before you go

  • The entrance to all Inca archeological sites is free until further notice due to COVID-19 regulations
  • Enjoy an intimate group setting and plenty of personal attention
Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.4 /5

based on 27 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.7/5
  • Transportation
    3.8/5
  • Service
    4.4/5
  • Organization
    4.4/5

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Both guides were very informative and attentive. The pick-up taxi driver was 20 minutes early, rushing us, and then we had to wait another 20 minutes for some unknown reason, which was altogether an unpleasant beginning. Accommodations were good, food was good, site visits were great. Final driver was prompt and efficient. In general, I would recommend this trip and will certainly consider booking with GYG again.

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March 28, 2023

We didn’t have to worry about anything. Everything was planned out for us which is great. Upon their pickup (the first day) we received train tickets to Aguas Calientes, bus ticket to go up to Machu Picchu and entrance ticket. For each step there was someone waiting for us to help us get to the next place.

March 28, 2023

Overall, the trip was really great. One day before departing for Aguas Calientes we went to the office of the travel agency in Cusco (right in the main tourist area) and we took all travel documents and vouchers. They could have brought them to our hotel but we were in the area anyway so we stopped by. We also got detailed explanations on what to do and and what to expect and iit was really helpful. Hotel pickup was right on time. The guides were great, both for the sacred valley (1st day) and for MachuPicchu (2nd day) and we had a great time in all 3 Inca sites. The hotel in Aguas Calientes was also nice. Don`t expect luxury but I have no complaints whatsoever over it. Expect to pay extra 70 soles for entry in the 2 Inca sites in the Sacred Valley (ollantaytambo and pisac) and around 60-70 soles extra for lunch in the first day. Overall it was really good value for money.

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March 28, 2023

Product ID: 114985