Great trip with a brilliant guide Wally who was friendly, knowledgable, and made it a wonderful experience!
About Activity
What's Included
Includes
- Airport pickup and drop-off available upon request.
- Lunch
- Small group experience (max. 10 travelers)
- Door-to-door service (hotel pickup and drop-off in Cusco)
- Breakfast
- Machu Picchu guided tour featuring expert local guidance in English, Spanish, or Portuguese
- 1 bottle of water per person
- Train ticket (select your train class) Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes – Ollantaytambo
- Solo traveler private room included
- Comprehensive Sacred Valley guided visit: Chinchero Weaving Center, Maras, Moray, and Ollantaytambo.
- 1-night stay in a 3★ or 4★ hotel in Aguas Calientes (selected at booking)
- Hassle-free transfer from Ollantaytambo station directly back to your hotel door in Cusco (Day 2).
- Round-trip shuttle bus tickets between Aguas Calientes and the Machu Picchu citadel.
- Machu Picchu entrance ticket (Circuit 2 – preferred, subject to availability)
Excludes
- Huayna Picchu ticket (optional, subject to availability, purchased separately)
- Additional meals (dinner)
- Personal expenses
- Tips (optional)
- Entrance ticket to the Sacred Valley
Departure & Return
Departure Point
- Traveler pick up offered
Itinerary
Day 1
1
07:45 AM. After breakfast, your guide and transportation will pick you up directly from your hotel or a previously coordinated meeting point to begin your Sacred Valley journey. Enjoy scenic Andean views, traditional villages, and the rich culture that makes this region so magical
08:30 AM. After a 45-minute drive, we arrive at the traditional village of Chinchero. Visit an authentic textile center for a live demonstration of ancient weaving and natural dyeing techniques passed down through generations. Plus, enjoy a delightful encounter with local llamas and alpacas in a truly magical setting.
10:00 AM. Admire the impressive circular terraces of Moray, the Inca agricultural laboratory, surrounded by the majestic Andes. Your guide will explain how the Incas experimented with different microclimates to cultivate their crops. It’s a fascinating site that perfectly combines ingenious engineering, history, and natural beauty.
11:00 AM. Explore the spectacular Maras Salt Mines, featuring thousands of ancient salt pools still harvested by local families since Inca times. This breathtaking landscape offers one of the most iconic photo opportunities in the Sacred Valley. Your guide will help you capture unforgettable moments here before heading to a traditional lunch.
12:30 PM. Indulge in a premium buffet lunch at the prestigious Tunupa Restaurant (or similar colonial estate) in the Sacred Valley. Savor a feast of over 50 authentic Peruvian dishes, including gourmet salads, traditional soups, hot main courses, and local desserts, with delicious vegetarian options fully available.
02:40 PM. Discover the magnificent archaeological site of Ollantaytambo, an essential military, religious, and agricultural center. After uncovering its fascinating history, head to the train station for your scenic ride to Aguas Calientes. Whether you booked a standard, panoramic, or observatory service, this 1 hour and 45-minute journey offers spectacular views of the Andes and the rushing Urubamba River.
06:10 PM. Upon arrival in Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu town), our representative will be waiting for you right at the train station exit to escort you to your hotel. After a smooth check-in, enjoy the rest of the evening at your leisure—explore the charming town, try a local restaurant, and rest up for your big day at Machu Picchu tomorrow
Day 2
2
07:00 AM. After breakfast at the hotel, we will head with our guide to the bus station to ride up to the main entrance of the Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu. Together, we’ll step into an ancient wonder filled with an indescribable magical energy. We’ll begin a smooth, unhurried guided tour through the main areas of the Inca citadel, exploring its majestic agricultural terraces, sacred plazas, temples, and finely carved stone stairways. Your guide will ensure you have plenty of time to absorb the sacred atmosphere and capture those iconic panoramic photos. After taking in the breathtaking scenery, we’ll take the bus back to Aguas Calientes, where you can enjoy some free time for lunch (not included) and explore the charming town. At the scheduled time, we’ll board the train back to Ollantaytambo, enjoying once again the spectacular landscapes of the valley.
Upon arrival at the Ollantaytambo train station, our private transportation will be waiting to pick you up and take you directly back to your hotel in Cusco. Estimated arrival time in Cusco: 06:30 PM.
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Reviews
We had a wonderful experience in Peru with our tour guide, Sandro! He was professional, knowledgeable, kind, and attentive throughout our excursions. What we appreciated most was how well he took care of us and made sure we felt comfortable and supported along the way. His thoughtful attention and caring attitude made our experience much more enjoyable and memorable. We are very grateful to Sandro for helping us discover the beauty and culture of Peru and for making our trip so special. We highly recommend him to anyone visiting Peru. Thank you, Sandro, for your kindness and for the wonderful memories!
Liz did an excellent job organizing every detail of our trip, making the entire experience seamless from start to finish. Domingo was a wonderful tour guide whose knowledge of the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu truly brought each site to life. He was friendly, professional, and attentive, sharing fascinating historical and cultural insights while ensuring everyone was comfortable and enjoying the journey. Thanks to Liz's planning and Domingo's expert guidance, this was an unforgettable experience. Highly recommended!
Liz did an excellent job organizing every detail of our trip, and Domingo was an outstanding tour guide who made the experience truly unforgettable. Domingo's knowledge of the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu was exceptional, and he shared fascinating history and local insights throughout the tour. He was friendly, professional, and attentive, ensuring everything went smoothly and stress-free. Thanks to both Liz and Domingo, this was an amazing and memorable experience. Highly recommend!
Awesome experience we got a private tour and they got us into Machu Picchu in a short time frame and worked around our trip. We also got to see Sacred Valley
Wally was a wonderful tour guide. Ultimately it ended up being a private tour and it was a great experience. Additionally, given I booked my trip to Peru quite late, the company was able to secure my Machu Picchu ticket despite everything being sold out. Would highly recommend this trip to other travelers
Domingo was an excellent guide from pick up to drop off. I’m still trying to learn Spanish but his English was great so there was no issue with communicating. I felt safe with him everywhere and he is also very informative, I learned alot about each destination and Peruvian history during this experience. The overnight hotel was also an excellent choice. Overall I would definitely recommend this tour to other people and I think it was worth the cost as I had a great time and got excellent pictures that I was hoping for !!
Sandro is outstanding! He is very knowledgable, respectful and professional. Sandro and Denis, the driver, were very punctual.. The vehicle was clean and odor free. They made our trip a memorable experience . Thank you Sandro and Denis!
Sandro our guide is excellent , he is very friendly. He explained the history of Macchu Picchu very well and in an interesting way that did not sound boring . He also took beautiful pictures of me and my husband . A great memory to treasure . I give him 5 stars . I highly recommend this trip for couples . Victoria and Rowell S.
Sandro was an outstanding guide for our Machu Picchu and Sacred Valley 2-day tour. He navigated us through every site with clear, insightful information that brought the history and culture to life, and the whole trip was planned and executed seamlessly. Beyond his knowledge, Sandro was professional, friendly, and attentive throughout, making the experience genuinely enjoyable from start to finish. Highly recommend this package to anyone looking to explore the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu with a guide who truly knows the region.
As a female solo traveler, I was a bit nervous about booking a trip to Machu Picchu with all the logistics involved, but Machupicchu CN Expeditions made me feel completely safe, welcomed, and taken care of from day one. The 2-day tour is absolutely the best way to do it. Right from the start, Liz from operations was incredible, staying in touch throughout the entire journey and making sure everything was running smoothly. The transport through the Sacred Valley was fantastic—we traveled in a super comfortable and modern Hyundai Staria, and the atmosphere with the other passengers was so friendly and pleasant. Our driver, Carlos, was excellent and made the ride very smooth. The absolute highlight was my guide, Mario, at Machu Picchu. He was wonderful, so knowledgeable, and incredibly sweet—he constantly offered to take amazing photos of me since I was traveling alone, and he navigated the circuits perfectly so I could enjoy the views without feeling rushed. Spending the night in Aguas Calientes allowed me to enter the citadel fresh the next morning during the best early shifts. If you are a solo traveler looking for a stress-free, premium, and deeply friendly experience, do not hesitate to book with them. Thank you Liz, Mario, and Carlos for making my trip so unforgettable!
My friends and I booked the 2-day Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu tour, and it was simply phenomenal! From day one, the logistics were perfect thanks to Liz, our coordinator, who kept everything organized and stress-free. Our driver, Miguel, was excellent and made us feel super safe on the roads. The first day through the Sacred Valley was stunning—we loved the textile weaving in Chinchero, the impressive Moray terraces, and the unique views of Maras Salt Mines. Carlos, our tour guide, was outstanding! He is incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, and passionate about Inca history. He also took the most beautiful panoramic photos of us at Machu Picchu on day two! It was a truly beautiful experience that we will cherish forever. Highly recommended agency if you want a premium, worry-free trip to Cusco. Thank you, Cielo and friends!
Inca culture preserved. An adventure that takes us back to the past with its challenges. Tickets and all synchronized programming
The tour guide Domingo was excellent, very kind, knows a lot about the history of the place, and kept the whole journey on schedule. Everything was perfect with Sunday.
Very attentive guide. Completed the entire program with perfection. Nice and very careful, excellent driver. Brought valuable information on all the trips.
The tour was spectacular; Sandro, our guide, is an expert in the area, with great knowledge of the history, customs, culture, and above all, proud of his country! On this solo trip, I felt very safe and cared for; he was always one step ahead, coordinating all the details. As if that were not enough, he is an extraordinary photographer; he knows the best spots to get an unforgettable photo. I 300% recommend this tour! For solo female travelers who want a trip without setbacks and with an extraordinary guide Thank you, Sandro, for making this trip something unforgettable!
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