Sacred valley plus machupicchu
Trip in 2 days and 1 night
Sacred Valley Machupicchu Tour 2 days / 1 night
The sacred valley and Machupicchu is probably the most popular way to combine these two to utilize the interesting facts about the culture and history, visiting PISAQ archeological site, URUBAMBA was known for being one of the main agricultural centers of the Inca empire and OLLANTAYTAMBO archaeological site, Expedition train one of the most incredible train trips in the entire world, the rails follow the path of the Urubamba river towards the cloud forest that surrounds MACHU PICCHU, on the way going to MACHUPICCHU you will enjoy the dreamy and second day we have wonder Machupicchu.
This option is popular as it allows you to enjoy the beautiful city of Aguas Calientes, walking some trails and visiting museums of sites and tourist attractions, besides that you will have enough time for your guided visit to the Sanctuary of Machu Picchu.
Price
From $ 390
Group size
2- 8 people
Lodging
Hotel ***
Difficulty
Mild
Summary
Day 1
Pick up from your hotel in Cusco at about 7:50 am to 8:00 am. We pick you up from your hotel in Cusco at 8:00 am, we will travel from Cusco by bus past over mountains toward the sacred valley for 45 minutes, with calm we will visit places like The Taray viewpoint, the Inca ruins of Pisac and its traditional market, our delicious lunch in Urubamba, then we continue with our guided visit to Ollantaytambo. Finally, we will take to the train station to board the train to AGUAS CALIENTES town.
Day 2
Early breakfast at 5:00 am at the hotel, with our tour guide together you go to the bus to Machupicchu at approx. 5:20 am, arriving at the gate at 6:00 am when the gates of the sanctuary are open. Then we will start the two hours guided. After the visit you will need to take the bus back down to Aguas Calientes you have time free time to stay in town or enjoy the hot spring because the train back to Ollantaytambo is at 4:30 pm (approx.), you will catch our private transportation for another two-hour drive back to Cusco.
Day 1
Cusco - Aguas Calientes
Day 2
Bus from Aguas Calientes to Machu Pichu Citadel, return to Cusco
Details about the trip
Combined trip to the beautiful Sacred Valley of the Incas and the magical citadel of Machupicchu
The tour consists of a trip on the Expedition tourist train, on the tour you will see incredible views of valleys, Inca farmland terraces, snow-covered mountains, and sub-tropical forest near the low jungle. Upon arrival in Aguas Calientes, you will take a tour of the Inca ruins of Machu Picchu with an expert guide, in addition to some free time exploring the ruins on your own.
Includes a full day tour of the sacred valley, accommodation at a beautiful hotel in Machupicchu village, embark on a tour of the emblematic sites of Peru, Machu Picchu and the Sacred Valley. Recharge your energy in the magical city of the Incas and simply enjoy, we will organize the whole trip for you.
Overview of the Trip
Places you will visit
Why book with Apu Ausangate Trek?
Day 1: Cusco - Pisaq - Urubamba - Ollantaytambo and Aguas Calientes
To begin this tour we will pick you up from your hotel at 8:00 am, in our transportation we will travel for 45 minutes out of Cusco enjoying the beautiful views of landscape, the first stop is going to be EL MIRADOR DEL VALLE SAGRADO, sacred valley lookout point, for amazing views and photos, following, we will visit the famous PISAQ MARKET (2970 meters high ) where we have time to visit the typical market to admire artists, take pictures or buy souvenirs from locals, afterward we will drive to the top of the mountain to PISAQ archeological site (3500 meters high) where our tour guide will take to the most impressive spots, them we continue to URUBAMBA the capital of the sacred valley for the LUNCH (included).
Afterward we will continue for another 40 minutes drive to the reach OLLANTAYTAMBO town surrounded by mountains where you will discover the magnificence of the Incan constructions, after visiting OLLANTAYTAMBO Incan site, we will take to the train station to board the train to AGUAS CALIENTES town, this is a 2 hours ride between amazing mountains, next to the Vilcanota River, Arriving at AGUAS CALIENTES train station the staff APU AUSANGATE TREK will meet you and settle you into your accommodation.
You will have some free time to unwind this afternoon. An unbeatable way to relax is to visit the hot spring of Aguas Calientes, in the evening, them you will get to enjoy a delicious dinner in a restaurant (not include) before go to bed.
- Hotel: comfortable hotel ***
- Tour type: historical and cultural
- Meals: Buffet lunch
- Difficulty: Easy
Day 2: Aguas Calientes – Machupicchu and back to Cusco
Early breakfast 5:00 am at the hotel, with our tour guide together you go to the bus to Machupicchu at approx. 5:20 am, arriving to the gate 6:00 am when the gates of the sanctuary is open (please don’t forget your passport). then we will start the two hours guided, walking tour, exploring all famous places of this impressive citadel: the temple of the sun, the royal tomb, the Intiwatana (sun dial rock), main plaza, temple of the 3 windows, the artisan sector, the condor temple and many other, after finish the guiding you will have time to explorer by yourself, if you have booked permits to climb HUAYNA PICHHU MOUNTAIN or MACHU PICCHU MOUNTAIN (Extra ticket required and you should to book in advance)
if you chose not to book a hike you can climb to the SUN GATE (2 hours round trip) or THE INCA BRIDGE (1 hour round trip) for these two options there are not additional fees.
You will need to take the bus back down to Aguas Calientes to have lunch (not included) the you have time free time to stay in town or enjoy the hot spring (15 soles pp extra) because the train back to OLLANTAYTAMBO is at 4:30 pm (approx.), Ollantaytambo where you will catch our private transportation for another two hour drive back to CUSCO.
Please note the details that include and do not include in your tour, each tour is different and we provide you with the details below
Vistadome Train extra $45 per person. This service generally departs at 15:25 pm from Aguas Calientes Station and arrives at 18:40 pm to Poroy (Cusco) Train Station then a 30 minutes private transportation to Cusco. Both ways $80 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.
Extra $30 for a single solo traveler
Our the meeting point is at your hotel between 07:50am to 08:00am.
It is best to leave extra luggage in your hotel in Cusco since you will arrive back around 8:00 pm on the next day.
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.
You will arrive in Aguas Caliente, then 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.
Sacred Valley & Machupicchu 2D/1N
- Pre Payment $200 / per person (Required)
- BALANCE (Cusco): $ 190 (at briefing a day before)
Under 26 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
If you book your own hotel in AGUAS CALIENTES. Please send us your hotel to arrange your transfer to reservas@apuausangateperu.com
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