Maras Moray Machu picchu by train
Trip in 2 days and 1 night
Maras Moray and Salt Mines plus Machupicchu 2 days / 1 night
If you are looking for one unique experience join part of the sacred valley and our wonder Machupicchu this could be a perfect option
This tour will take you to the most important sites in southern Peru while learning about the history of the Incas. you will have the opportunity to visit Chinchero, where you will admire its Inca constructions and learn about their famous textile art. Next, you will arrive at the impressive archeological site of Moray (the circular terraces) used for agriculture since Incas time.
Your next destination will be Maras and the salt mines with more than 3,000 ponds that have been used since pre-Hispanic times to extract salt them you will have a stop in Urubamba to enjoy a traditional buffet lunch before head to Ollantaytambo to board the train going to Aguas Calientes.
The second day you enjoy the majestic Inca citadel of Machupicchu where you will recharge your energy and take your amazing pictures.
Came with us and feel the Andean history with small group, the tour will be 100% operated by our company and experienced tour guides, private transportation and guaranteed departures.
Price
From $ 340
Group size
2- 8 people
Lodging
Hotel ***
Difficulty
Mild
Details about the trip
Visit Moray site Inca, Salt mines in Maras and Machu Picchu in a 2-day Tour
Early on day 2 we will board a bus and travel for 30 minutes to get to this wonderful place. We will be surprised to meet Machu Picchu for the first time as the sun rises over the high mountains that surround it. The invaluable archaeological heritage of the Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu is magnificently combined with the splendid natural environment that is the habitat of unique species of flora and fauna.
Overview of the Trip
Places you will visit
Chinchero
Moray
Maras
Urubamba
Ollantaytambo
Machu Picchu
Why book with Apu Ausangate Trek?
Day 1: Cusco – Chinchero- Moray – Maras Salt Mines -Urubamba -Ollantaytambo – Machupicchu.
We will pick you up from your hotel at 7:30 AM. We head around 1 hour to arrive at our first point of visit the Inca city of Chicheros, a beautiful Andean city that combines Inca history with archaeological sites and colonial with a church built in the XVII century and enjoy their amazing textile art. We continue our journey toward the archaeological site of Moray, an Inca laboratory for agriculture, and circular terraces, The Incas used it as a center of agricultural research.
Then we return to the small Andean village of Maras and then head towards the Salt Mines or Salineras, old mines where local families process salt with traditional techniques on the way we will enjoy the traditional buffet lunch (Urubamba). Then we will depart toward the village of Ollantaytambo; from this, we will board our train for 2 hours toward Aguas Calientes. Upon arrival at the train station in Aguas Calientes, our staff will pick you up to take you to your hotel in a 5 to 8-minute walk. Then your guide will meet with you to provide details of your excursion for the following day, the big day to visit the Sanctuary of Machupicchu.
Day 2: Aguas Calientes – Machupicchu Guided Tour – Ollantaytambo- Cusco
Early in the morning, our tour guide will pick you up from your hotel and take you to the bus station, and we will travel by bus to the citadel of Machu Picchu, which takes about 30 minutes approximately. Before entering Machupicchu you must show your documents to enter the citadel of Machu Picchu and start your tour by visiting the most attractive places in the Sanctuary. Machupicchu is one of the most famous examples of engineering, architecture, and assembly, and carved in different streets, plazas, ceremonial fountains, and temples, surrounded by lush vegetation. The citadel sits on top of the mountain at an altitude of 2,430 meters/7,972 feet above sea level.
A guided tour of Machu Picchu Citadel takes approx. 2 – 2.5 Hrs. and leads you through to all important areas, beautiful landscapes, temples, dwellings, best sights, and all archaeological sites with a capable guide. After our exciting tour, you have time for more exploration on your own, time to get the best photos and take the bus to Aguas Calientes to have lunch. Train return in the afternoon to Ollantaytambo (generally 15:20 depending on availability) and transport to Cusco. Transfer from the Train Station to your Hotel in Cusco.
Please note the details that include and do not include in your tour, each tour is difirente and we provide you with the details below
VISTADOME TRAIN: One way is $45.00 per person and both ways are $80.00 per person.
Huayna Picchu is the mountain that stands next to Machu Picchu. It is a 45-minute hike to the top (On day 4th at 11.00 am). Ticket for Huaynapicchu costs $ 25 per person, discount $5 with University student card. If it is booked Machu Picchu Mountain walk Optional.
Machu Picchu Mountain is the other mountain that stands above the Machu Picchu ruins. This ticket is $25 per person.
if you are wanting a hotel in Aguas Calientes town, then please request one of the recommended hotel Up-grades below
- Hotel Inka Town *** $35 per person
- Hotel Andina Luxury *** $46 per person
- Mapi by Inkaterra **** $90 per person
- Sumaq Hotel ***** $240 per person.
- Machu Picchu Pueblo Inkaterra **** $260 per person.
Our the meeting point is at your hotel between 07:20am to 07:30am.
We recommend that you bring your original passport and (Univ student card if applicable). If you have booked with an old passport number please you must bring both of your passport. Inform previously to our office staff in Cusco.
- Day temperatures vary from 12 -22 degrees Celsius
- you must always use layering to manage the temperatures well. Night temperatures, (in the coldest season May to Sept) average -2 to -5 degrees Celsius.
On Day 2 at 10:00 am. If you have reserved and paid for a permit in advance, please reconfirm with our office staff and your trek guide at the briefing time. The tickets for Huayna Picchu Mt are limited only 400 spots per day (you must please book in advance 7-6 months before . (When Huayna Picchu permits are sold out a walk to Machu Picchu Mountain is an option -3 hrs. walk). Otherwise, a free walk to the Inca Bridge is highly recommended.
Early in the morning, you will board the first bus to the Sanctuary of Machu Picchu. After your visit in Machu Picchu you are given your bus ticket for the ride down to Aguas Calientes which you can use at any time if you would like to further explore the site independently..
If you would like any train tickets changes after the start of the trek must be made in person at Perurail in Aguas Calientes Station with proof of identity (ie your original passport.) They may charge fees for change of date and coach options will be according to space availability.
We strongly recommend that full Travel Insurance is taken, which includes cover, under certain circumstances, against the loss of deposit or cancellation charges. Please note that no reimbursements are given when cancellations occur or for any unused services.
Maras Moray and Salt Mines plus Machupicchu 2 days / 1 night
- 2 people US$395.00 per person
- 3 to 4 people US$360.00 per person
- 5 to 6 people US$340.00 per person
Under 25 with University, College student card or who is 17-years-old or younger. we need to see a copy of their card or passport at the time of booking to receive the discount. Please send all to reservas@apuausangateperu.com
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