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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Machu Picchu Train From Cusco Guide
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What is included
- Transport Cusco - Ollantaytambo - Cusco
- Bus from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu and back
- Guided tour of Machu Picchu
- Lunch
- Train Ollantaytambo - Aguas Calientes - Ollantaytambo
- Entrance to Machu Picchu
- Accommodation in Aguas Calientes
Not included
- Entrance ticket to Sacred Valley
- Meals other than what is mentioned in the list of inclusions
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 within the historic centre of Cusco
Languages and tickets
- no — Guide
- German — Guide
- ru — Guide
- Portuguese — Guide
- Japanese — Guide
- English — Guide
- Italian — Guide
- French — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Happy Gringo Tours
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- 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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