About this experience
Experience the Best of the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu
Discover the heart of the Inca world on this unforgettable 2-day small-group tour from Cusco. Travel through the breathtaking Sacred Valley, visiting traditional Andean villages and stunning archaeological sites including Chinchero, Moray, Maras Salt Mines, Urubamba, and Ollantaytambo before continuing by train to Machu Picchu.
Spend the night in Aguas Calientes, the town at the base of the citadel, and wake up early to watch the sunrise over Machu Picchu, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.
Enjoy door-to-door service, comfortable transport, and the guidance of local experts who share stories and traditions that bring each site to life. With meals and hotel included, everything is arranged for a seamless, stress-free adventure.
Book now to experience Peru’s most iconic journey — a perfect blend of history, culture, and natural beauty.
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
Machu Picchu Train From Cusco Guide
Plan the Machu Picchu train from Cusco with clear advice on bimodal routes, entry tickets, train classes, timings, baggage, and booking order.
Choosing the Right Train to Machu Picchu
PeruRail or IncaRail, Vistadome or Expedition, Ollantaytambo or Poroy. The trade-offs nobody explains until you're already at the station.
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.
What is included
- Guided visits to Chinchero, Moray, Maras, and Ollantaytambo
- Round-trip hotel pickup and drop-off in Cusco (within 7 km of main square)
- Lunch
- Breakfast
- Machu Picchu official entrance ticket and round-trip Aguas Calientes bus ticket
- Round-trip train ticket Ollantaytambo - Aguas Calientes (Expedition/Voyager)
- Professional multilingual speaking guide for Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu
- 1-night 3-star hotel stay in Aguas Calientes with breakfast included
Not included
- Salinas de Maras entry fee (cash only)
- Wayna Picchu mountain hike ticket (Optional, upon request)
- Sacred Valley Tourist Ticket / Boleto Turístico
- Day 1 dinner and Day 2 lunch in Aguas Calientes
- Gratuities for guides and drivers (optional)
Itinerary and highlights
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Meeting and pickup information
- Plaza Regocijo is one block from Cusco’s main square (Plaza de Armas). We meet travelers here near the fountain. This location is central, easy to find, and close to most hotels.
- We provide hotel pick-up and drop-off for travelers staying within 7 km of Cusco’s main square. Guests in Airbnbs or private apartments can send their address after booking — we’ll arrange the nearest safe meeting location.
Languages and tickets
- German — Guide
- Portuguese — Guide
- English — Guide
- Italian — Guide
- French — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Cosmo Expeditions
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- 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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