About this experience
One of the most preferred tours in Cusco are the Sacred Valley of Incas with an onward connection to the iconic Incan citadel, Machu Picchu. The valley around the imperial city of Cusco offers an endless landscape that are primely located on the banks of the sacred river, Vilcanota. Vilcanota river snakes through the valley of Cusco. It is the prime source of water for the villages located on its shores.
The inhabitants of these villages have preserved the traditions, customs and lifestyle that they have been practising since the Incan reign. Just at the end of this sacred river nestles a town called Urubamba which forms a major part of the Sacred Valley. On this tour you will be stopping here for lunch before boarding a tourist train to Aguas Calientes. Aguas Calientes is a the gateway to one of the seven wonders of the world – Machu Picchu.
At a glance
- Duration: 48 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 48 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Local guides to help you plan
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What is included
- Official entrance ticket to Machu Picchu citadel
- Round-trip transport between Cusco and Ollantaytambo station
- Professional bilingual tour guide (English / Spanish)
- Lunch
- 1-night hotel/hostel accommodation in Aguas Calientes
- Breakfast at accommodation (Day 2)
- Round-trip tourist train tickets (Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes)
Not included
- Entrance ticket to Sacred Valley
- Dinner on Day 1 and Lunch/Dinner on Day 2
- Gratuities for drivers and tour guides
Itinerary and highlights
See the overview, available options and booking details for the experience schedule.
Meeting and pickup information
- We will be picking you up from your hotel in Cusco. If you are staying in AirBnb or are doing a homestay, we will communicate the meeting place from where we will be picking you up.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Machu Picchu Amazon Peru
Accessibility and practical details
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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