About this experience
Discover the Sacred Valley & Machu Picchu – 3 Day Adventure
Explore the awe inspiring Sacred Valley and the iconic Machu Picchu on a 3 day journey through the heart of the Andes. This tour combines ancient Inca history with vibrant local culture, taking you to the remarkable archaeological sites of the Sacred Valley. Admire the grand architecture of Ollantaytambo, wander through the Maras Salt Mines, and marvel at the circular terraces of Moray. With an overnight stay in the historic village of Ollantaytambo, the adventure culminates at Machu Picchu, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.
Highlights:
3 day immersive tour of the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu
Visit iconic Inca sites: Ollantaytambo, Maras Salt Mines, and Moray
Overnight stay in the historic village of Ollantaytambo
At a glance
- Duration: 72 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 72 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Local guides to help you plan
A Slow Sacred Valley Itinerary: Pisac, Ollantaytambo, Maras and Moray
Skip the rushed day tour. This three-day route gives the Sacred Valley the time it deserves, with honest notes on transport, food, and where to sleep.
Sacred Valley Travel Guide From Cusco
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Sacred Valley With Kids Guide
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What is included
- Official entrance to the Machu Picchu Historical Sanctuary (subject to availability).
- Buffet lunch in Urubamba, including a hot drink.
- Lunch
- Bus ticket to and from Machu Picchu
- 1 night accommodation in Ollantaytambo.
- Box lunch.
- Tourist train ticket (Voyager or Expedition) returning to Ollantaytambo.
- 1 night accommodation in Aguas Calientes.
- Hotel pick up in Cusco (historic center).
- Professional bilingual guide (English, Spanish, and Portuguese).
- Partial Tourist Ticket, valid for the archaeological sites included in the itinerary.
- Tourist train ticket (Voyager or Expedition) to Aguas Calientes.
- Tourist transportation throughout the tour.
- Official entrance to the Maras Salt Mines.
Not included
- Tips for the driver and guide (optional)
Itinerary and highlights
See the overview, available options and booking details for the experience schedule.
Meeting and pickup information
- The experience begins with transportation from your hotel in the historic center of Cusco. Our guide/driver will pick you up promptly and take you comfortably to the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Please be sure to be ready in your hotel lobby at the agreed-upon time so that the tour can begin without delay.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Machu Picchu Peru Tours
Accessibility and practical details
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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