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Cusco 2-Day Excursion by Train Including Sacred Valley Sites and Machu Picchu
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Cusco 2-Day Excursion by Train Including Sacred Valley Sites and Machu Picchu

by FLY CUSCO Perú Travel Agency

2 days
Cusco
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Overview

This two-day bus and train tour from Cusco visits key sites in the Sacred Valley and includes a guided visit to Machu Picchu. The small-group trip allows up to 10 people and includes door-to-door hotel pickup and drop-off. On the first day, the tour visits Chinchero, Moray, the Maras Salt Mines, and Ollantaytambo with an expert guide explaining each archaeological site. A buffet lunch is served at a colonial-style restaurant in the Sacred Valley. Accommodation and breakfast are provided in Aguas Calientes. On the second day, the tour includes a round-trip train journey between Ollantaytambo and Aguas Calientes and a bus shuttle to Machu Picchu. A guided visit to Machu Picchu takes place between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM, depending on ticket availability. The tour includes Machu Picchu entrance ticket Circuit 2 if available, one bottle of water, and transfers from the train station back to the hotel. Airport pickup and drop-off are available on request. Guests must provide full personal details for Machu Picchu ticket issuance. The operator provides a briefing the day before the tour and storage for luggage left in Cusco. The tour lasts about 48 hours in total and offers transportation in modern vehicles.

Highlights

Guided visits to Chinchero, Moray, Maras Salt Mines, Ollantaytambo
Train round trip between Ollantaytambo and Aguas Calientes
Machu Picchu guided tour with entrance ticket Circuit 2 (if available)
Buffet lunch in Sacred Valley and breakfast in Aguas Calientes
Small group size with max 10 participants
Door-to-door hotel pickup and drop-off included

What's included

Machu Picchu entrance ticket Circuit 2 subject to availability
Lunch included
Breakfast included
Prices based on double occupancy (2 people per room)
Transfer from train station to hotel on Day 2
01 bottle of water included
One-night hotel stay in 2, 3, or 4-star hotel chosen at booking
Airport pickup and drop-off available on request
Buffet lunch at colonial-style restaurant in Sacred Valley
Small group tour limited to 1 - 10 people maximum
Hotel pickup and drop-off service included
Train ticket Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes – Ollantaytambo in selected class
Round trip bus tickets between Aguas Calientes and Machu Picchu
Guided Sacred Valley tour covering Chinchero Weaving Center, Maras, Moray, Ollantaytambo
Solo traveler option includes private room
Guided tour of Machu Picchu with local guide in English, Spanish or Portuguese

What's not included

Sacred Valley entrance ticket
Huayna Picchu Mountain ticket (optional, must be requested months ahead)
Additional meals such as lunch or dinner not listed
Extra costs not specified
Optional tips

Itinerary

1

Cusco Hotel Pickup

At 7:45 a.m., after breakfast at the hotel in Cusco, the guide will pick up the group to start the trip to the Sacred Valley of the Incas, passing through Andean landscapes and archaeological sites.

120 min

2

Chinchero Village Visit

By 8:30 a.m., after traveling 45 minutes from Cusco, arrive at the traditional village of Chinchero to visit a family that maintains the ancient Andean weaving craft. Visitors can feed the resident alpacas and guinea pigs and discover traditional weaving methods along with the use of natural materials to dye wool and produce handmade textiles.

60 min

3

Moray Terraces

At 9:30 a.m., observe the circular terraces of Moray, an Inca agricultural laboratory where different microclimates were tested for crop cultivation. The guide will explain the site’s engineering and historical significance.

60 min

4

Maras Salt Ponds

At 11:00 a.m., visit the salt ponds of Maras, still used since Inca times. The guide can take photos before continuing to a traditional lunch location.

60 min

5

Sacred Valley Lunch

At 12:00 p.m., enjoy a buffet lunch at a Sacred Valley restaurant offering over 50 Peruvian dishes, including salads, soups, main courses, and desserts, with vegetarian options available.

60 min

6

Ollantaytambo Ruins and Train

At 2:10 p.m., visit the terraces and ruins of Ollantaytambo, a site that served military, religious, and agricultural purposes and protected the trail to Machu Picchu. This location was significant during the Spanish invasion. After the tour, proceed to the train station to board the chosen train service (regular, panoramic, or observatory) for a 1 hour and 45-minute ride to Aguas Calientes.

60 min

7

Aguas Calientes Arrival

At 6:00 p.m., upon arrival in Aguas Calientes, staff will meet guests at the train station exit to escort them to their hotel. After check-in, the afternoon is free for rest or independent exploration.

120 min

8

Machu Picchu Tour and Return Train

At 7:00 a.m., after breakfast, travel with the guide to the bus station for the ride to Machu Picchu’s main entrance. Conduct a guided tour of plazas, temples, and stone stairways, followed by free time. Later, take the bus back to Aguas Calientes for lunch (not included). At 2:00 p.m., board the train to Ollantaytambo, enjoying valley landscapes.

180 min

9

Return to Cusco

Upon arrival at Ollantaytambo train station, private transport will be ready to take guests back to their hotel in Cusco, with an estimated arrival time of 6:00 p.m.

Languages

Portuguese (guide)English (guide)Spanish (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Additional info

Up to 15 travelers
Mobile ticket
Pushchair and stroller friendly
Infants travel on an adult's lap
Not advised for anyone with back or spinal problems
Not advised during pregnancy
Not advised for anyone with a heart condition
Suitable for all fitness levels
Machu Picchu entrance requires full name, passport number, birth date, and nationality exactly as on passport
Machu Picchu visit is booked in hourly shifts from 6:00 AM to 3:00 PM; tour visits scheduled between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM or next available time
Machu Picchu tickets assigned based on availability; Circuit 2 preferred, alternatives Circuit 1 or 3 if sold out
A representative contacts guests one day before to arrange briefing at hotel or office and provides detailed itinerary and tickets
Guests spending the night in Aguas Calientes should bring a small backpack or carry-on bag with enough clothing for one night. Other belongings can be left at their hotel in Cusco, where most hotels offer free storage. Alternatively, belongings may be stored at the operator's office located at Calle Ayacucho 230, 4th floor, OF 404, Historic Center, Cusco.
Recommended items to bring include sunglasses, comfortable clothing and shoes, hat, sunscreen, mosquito repellent, jacket, small backpack, waterproof clothing in rainy season (December to March)
Wheelchair access is available only as a private tour option with additional cost and limited accessibility
Group size limited to 10 travelers; during low season tours may have as few as 4 participants
Total
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