Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu in 2 Days

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Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu in 2 Days

Experience the wonders of the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu in a spectacular two-day journey. Begin with a visit to the Sacred Valley’s highlights, including Pisac’s archaeological treasures and Ollantaytambo’s impressive ruins. Enjoy a delightful Peruvian buffet lunch in Urubamba before spending the night in Aguas Calientes.

On the second day, marvel at the breathtaking sunrise over Machu Picchu. Explore the citadel’s stunning architecture and lush surroundings on a guided tour. Return to Aguas Calientes for lunch and then travel back to Cusco, enriched by the incredible beauty and history of these iconic destinations.

Itinerary

1
CUSCO – SACRED VALLEY – AGUAS CALIENTES

We start early with the excursion to the Sacred Valley at 7:30 a.m. We will pick up passengers at their hotels and head first to the Pisac Archaeological Center, just 45 minutes from Cusco.

Pisac, whose name means "partridge" in Quechua, is a district known for its natural beauty and rich history. Here we will explore its extensive agricultural terraces and impressive Inca architecture. This site was part of the Qhapaq Ñan, the ancient Inca road system that connected important centers such as Cusco with the Amazon jungle and Manu. At noon, we head to Urubamba to enjoy a buffet lunch with the best of Peruvian cuisine.

In the afternoon, we will visit Ollantaytambo, a strategically located archaeological complex that was both a military and religious center during the Inca Empire. Its imposing structures and urban design reflect its historical and cultural importance. Here we will board the train to Aguas Calientes, a picturesque town where we will spend the night.

2
MACHU PICCHU - CUSCO

Early in the morning we headed to the bus station to ascend to the Archaeological Sanctuary of Machu Picchu. During the short 25-minute ride, you'll feel excitement in the air, as if the mountains are whispering ancient secrets.

Upon arriving at Machu Picchu, we will witness an impressive sunrise over the ruins. We begin our guided tour of this architectural and natural wonder, where our expert guide will immerse us in the fascinating history and architecture of the citadel. Machu Picchu, with its perfect combination of engineering and harmony with the environment, offers a spectacle of agricultural terraces, temples, plazas and aqueducts, all surrounded by majestic mountains.

The guided tour lasts approximately 2 hours, during which we will explore every corner and discover the secrets that this historical treasure keeps. After the tour, we return by bus to Aguas Calientes to have lunch and then take the train back to Ollantaytambo, where our team will be waiting to take us back to Cusco, thus culminating our exciting tour of the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu in 2 days.

General data

What includes?
Official tourist guide
Transport
What is not included?
Unspecified meals
Tips
Recommendations
Extra money
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Best Season

All Year

Duration

2D/1N

Recommended Ages

All ages

Difficulty

Easy