Machu Picchu and Sacred Valley 2 Day Combo Tour

4.9
(201 reviews)
Cusco, Peru

2 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

The 2-day train tour is one of the most accessible ways to visit Machu Picchu. We book the hard parts for you, so you can just show up and enjoy it.

On day one you explore the Sacred Valley (Ollantaytambo, Maras salt mines and Moray terraces), then take a scenic train to Aguas Calientes, the small town at the foot of Machu Picchu. You sleep there, so on day two you are among the first to enter the citadel with your guide before the crowds build.

What's Included

Hotel/hostel pick-up & Cusco Central drop-off for a smooth start and end to your trip
Pre-tour briefing the night before departure (Yapa will contact you in the morning to arrange)
Lunch
Breakfast
1 night basic hotel accommodation in Aguas Calientes
Transportation by train and mini-van from Aguas Calientes to Cusco
24/7 expert support team available via WhatsApp and email anytime
Roundtrip bus transport from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu
All transport & logistics handled
Sacred Valley guided tour
2-hour guided tour of Machu Picchu
Local and professional bilingual tour guide
Machu Picchu entry ticket
Transportation by train and mini-van to Sacred Valley and Aguas Calientes
Lunch in the Sacred Valley
Cusco tourist ticket
Lunch in Aguas Calientes
Drinks
Gratuities for tour drivers and local guides

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Passengers must be ready at the reception of their accommodation at the indicated time.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Cusco – Pisac – Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes

    6 stops
  • 1
    Cusco

    Typically 6:30 AM (your exact time depends on your entry): Hotel/hostel pick-ups: We’ll pick you up directly from your accommodation in Cusco for comfort and safety and head into the Sacred Valley. Pickup times vary depending on where you’re staying. Scenic drive to one of the Inca’s most important region.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Chinchero

    Discover a traditional Andean village and visit its colonial church built atop Inca foundations.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Archaeological Site of Moray

    Explore the mysterious circular Inca terraces, believed to have been an ancient agricultural laboratory where different microclimates were used to experiment with farming techniques.

    1 hour • Admission ticket not included
  • 4
    Salinas de Maras

    Marvel at thousands of gleaming white salt pools carved into the mountainside. Still harvested by local families today, these ancient salt pans offer a truly spectacular sight.

    1 hour • Admission ticket not included
  • 5
    Ollantaytambo

    Recharge with a delicious, locally prepared meal in a picturesque setting. After lunch, discover the imposing Temple of the Sun, towering terraces, and massive stone formations. Don’t miss the naturally carved face of Tunupa in the mountainside!

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Aguas Calientes

    Catch the train to Machu Picchu Town (Aguas Calientes), the gateway to Machu Picchu. Comfortable train ride with views of valleys, rivers, and Inca terraces.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • Day 2

    Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu - Cusco

    5 stops
  • 7
    Machu Picchu

    At 6 am, take bus to Machu Picchu. Be among the first to enter the site. Start the guided tour of Machu Picchu with an expert guide. Explore key temples, terraces, and viewpoints for those iconic mountain panoramas. You will have free time after the tour to take stunning photos, or simply soak in the mystical energy.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 8
    Cusco

    Finally, you need to walk back to Aguas Calientes town by taking the train back at around 06:20 pm from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo and then by bus to Cusco.

    3 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 9
    Aguas Calientes

    Have lunch in Aguas Calientes, before catching the train back to Ollantaytambo

    3 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 10
    Ollantaytambo

    Once in Ollantaytambo, you'll catch the private transfer to Cusco. Our driver will meet you at the train station for a smooth ride back.

    2 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 11
    Plaza Regocijo (Kusipata)

    Arrival back in Cusco is usually around 9 PM, but it can be up to 11 PM with a later entry. Your exact time will be your personal itinerary. Evening drop-off at Plaza Regocijo, one block from the Main Square, the easiest meeting point in the historic center, where vehicle access is limited at night.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Yapa Explorers

Tags

Overnight Tours
Multi-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Rail Tours
Archaeology Tours
Small Group
Additional fees
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Show more

Rating

4.9 Based on 201 201 reviews
5 stars
187
4 stars
13
3 stars
1
2 stars
0
1 star
0
from per person
Was {{formatPrice(summaryFromPriceBeforeDiscount, currency, 2)}}