About this experience
This 2 Day Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu Tour from Cusco is ideal for travelers who want to experience the highlights of the Cusco region in a short time. Discover the most important Inca sites of the Sacred Valley, including Chinchero, Moray, and the Maras Salt Mines, while enjoying breathtaking Andean landscapes and local culture.
After exploring the Sacred Valley, travel by scenic train to Aguas Calientes for an overnight stay near Machu Picchu.
On the second day, visit the legendary Machu Picchu citadel with a professional guided tour and learn about the fascinating history of the Inca civilization.
This carefully designed itinerary combines history, culture, and spectacular scenery, offering an unforgettable journey through two of Peru’s most iconic destinations.
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
Sacred Valley Travel Guide From Cusco
Plan a Sacred Valley trip from Cusco with practical route choices, transport tradeoffs, overnight options, rail connections, budgeting advice, accessibility questions, and current 2026 travel cautions.
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What is included
- Round-trip PeruRail Expedition train tickets (Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes)
- Official entrance ticket to Machu Picchu citadel
- Entrance ticket to Maras Salt Mines (Salineras de Maras)
- Lunch
- Breakfast at the hotel in Aguas Calientes
- Pick-up from your hotel in Cusco to the Sacred Valley and Ollantaytambo train station
- Shared guided tour of Machu Picchu with a certified English-speaking guide
- Shared transportation from Ollantaytambo train station to Cusco
- 1-night 3-star hotel accommodation in Aguas Calientes
- Round-trip bus tickets (Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu citadel)
Not included
- Dinners on Day 1 and Day 2, plus Lunch on Day 2
- Optional entrance fee to Aguas Calientes Hot Springs
- Drinks, snacks, and personal expenses during the tour
- Travel insurance and personal expenses
- Gratuities for driver, guides, and hotel staff
Itinerary and highlights
See the overview, available options and booking details for the experience schedule.
Meeting and pickup information
- Our guide will confirm your exact pickup time and location the day before the tour. Please be ready at the hotel lobby 10 minutes before the scheduled pickup to avoid any delays. If you are staying outside the main city area, pickup may occur slightly earlier.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Go Xplore Peru
Accessibility and practical details
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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