Price:$380.00
Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu 2 Days
Code: LMJUYH
Description
The Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu:
The valley has long been the home of attractive colonial towns, isolated weaving villages, handicraft markets and lofty 10th and 11th century Inca Citadels of Pisac, Ollantaytambo and Urubamba. Visiting the Salt Mines and Moray terraces, which were made by building containment walls filled with fertile earth.
They were watered through a complex irrigation system. At the base of the terraces, there is a rainwater storage system. The entire system allowed for the cultivation of the Incas to grow over 250 types of vegetables.
Explore amazing ruins and the fabled Lost City of the Incas, Machu Picchu. The Inca City of the Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu is the articulating centre of its surroundings, a masterpiece of art, urbanism, architecture and engineering of the Inca Civilization. The working of the mountain, at the foot of the Huayna Picchu, is the exceptional result of integration with its environment, the result of a gigantic effort as if it were an extension of nature, highly recommended Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu tour.
Trip Overview
Tour Type: Cultural in Archaeological Sites in Cusco and Machu Picchu
Good For: Everyone, done in small groups or privately
Difficulty: Moderate
Consideration: Please remember comfortable shoes.
Season: From January 1 to December 31.
Duration: 2 Days.
Our 2-day tour of Machu Picchu will take you on one of the most incredible train journeys of the world. Following the route of the Urubamba river, until the Forrest surrounding Machu Picchu, enjoy the remarkable landscape of the Andean mountains during your trip.
| Daily tours: | Everyday |
Itinerary
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Day 1: Sacred Valley Tour
07:00 – 16:00: Pick up from Hotel – Sacred Valley of the Incas – Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes
The adventure begins very early at 7:00 am. We begin the journey to the Sacred Valley of the Incas, where you can appreciate the extraordinary Andean landscape that runs along the Vilcanota River. Then you discover the ruins of Pisac, the ancient center of astronomical studies, an impressive archaeological center, where there are also 10 thousand tombs of pre-Inca and Inca cultures.
You arrive at Urubamba, where you choose a delicious lunch with the best Peruvian food. We continue the journey to the town of Ollantaytambo to contemplate impressive constructions and agricultural terraces erected on the slopes of the mountains and to see the last living Inca village.
Approximately at 19:00 we will board the train to Aguas Calientes, arriving at around 20:30. At the train station our staff will be waiting for you, who will guide you to the hotel to rest and define the details of the next day.
The adventure begins very early at 7:00 am. We begin the journey to the Sacred Valley of the Incas, where you can appreciate the extraordinary Andean landscape that runs along the Vilcanota River. Then you discover the ruins of Pisac, the ancient center of astronomical studies, an impressive archaeological center, where there are also 10 thousand tombs of pre-Inca and Inca cultures.
You arrive at Urubamba, where you choose a delicious lunch with the best Peruvian food. We continue the journey to the town of Ollantaytambo to contemplate impressive constructions and agricultural terraces erected on the slopes of the mountains and to see the last living Inca village.
Approximately at 19:00 we will board the train to Aguas Calientes, arriving at around 20:30. At the train station our staff will be waiting for you, who will guide you to the hotel to rest and define the details of the next day.
2
Day 2: Machu Picchu Tour
7:00 – 13:00: Breakfast – Visit to Machu Picchu
After breakfast, our professional guide accompanies you to the tourist bus to get to Machu Picchu, where you make a unique guided tour to the main temples, staircases, squares, paths, among other amazing spaces of this architectural complex, such as the Intiwatana.
After the guided tour, you have free time to explore on your own this extraordinary World Heritage Site. Our guide will indicate where and at what time you will meet again for the return.
13:00 – 21:00: Lunch – Return to Cusco
In the tourist bus you will return to Aguas Calientes to enjoy lunch and take the train back to Ollantaytambo, where private transportation awaits you to Cusco, arriving at 21:00.
Note:
The itinerary may vary depending on the train schedule you get when booking the tour, as well as the availability of the entrance tickets to Machu Picchu. It is recommended that passengers book as far in advance as possible, especially during high season (June – September) or holidays.
After breakfast, our professional guide accompanies you to the tourist bus to get to Machu Picchu, where you make a unique guided tour to the main temples, staircases, squares, paths, among other amazing spaces of this architectural complex, such as the Intiwatana.
After the guided tour, you have free time to explore on your own this extraordinary World Heritage Site. Our guide will indicate where and at what time you will meet again for the return.
13:00 – 21:00: Lunch – Return to Cusco
In the tourist bus you will return to Aguas Calientes to enjoy lunch and take the train back to Ollantaytambo, where private transportation awaits you to Cusco, arriving at 21:00.
Note:
The itinerary may vary depending on the train schedule you get when booking the tour, as well as the availability of the entrance tickets to Machu Picchu. It is recommended that passengers book as far in advance as possible, especially during high season (June – September) or holidays.
Include
Briefing one day before the tour.
Transfer from accommodation in the historic center of Cusco or Ollantaytambo. Sometimes access is limited by the narrow streets of the city; if this is the case, the guide will suggest a nearby point to look for them.
Return to the lodging (private tours) or Plaza “Regocijo” (One block away from the Plaza de Armas in Cusco).
Buffet lunch in Urubamba Sacred Valley
Professional guided tour in English and / or Spanish in Machu Picchu (For Portuguese or other languages ask for availability).
Transportation (round trip) from Cusco – Ollantaytambo.
Entrance tickets to the Machu Picchu Archaeological Center (add in the purchase process).
Train Ticket (round trip) Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes (Expedition / Voyager Category).
Tourist bus ticket (round trip) Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu.
First aid kit and oxygen.
NOT INCLUDED:
Transfer from hotels outside the city of Cusco, such as Urubamba, Pisac or others available; you should check if there are any extra charges with ATV CUSCO
Boleto Turistico for the sacred valley.
Tip for the guide.
Beverages.
Travel insurance.
Hotel in Aguas Calientes (It can be added in the reservation process).
Breakfast, lunch, dinner or other food not specified in the itinerary.
Entrance ticket to Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain.
Entrance ticket to hot springs in Aguas Calientes.
What to Bring?
ORIGINAL PASSPORT: very important!
Small backpack
Hat to protect yourself from the sun or rain.
Sunglasses.
Sun protection cream.
Light and warm clothing.
Camera.
Water bottle.
Simple bag (soles)
trekking shoes
Snacks: cookies, energy bars, granolas, chocolates, nuts, etc.
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