Sacred Valley Vip Machupicchu 2 days
Itinerary Summary – VIP Sacred Valley & Machu Picchu Tour (2 Days)
This tour allows you to explore the highlights of the Sacred Valley in one day before continuing to Machu Picchu. You will visit Chinchero, Moray, and the Maras Salt Mines, enjoy a buffet lunch in the Sacred Valley, and continue to Ollantaytambo to board the train to Machu Picchu Pueblo. You will spend the night in the town and visit Machu Picchu early the next morning, allowing for fewer tourists. This tour is recommended between April and September.
Day 1 – Sacred Valley & Train to Machu Picchu Pueblo
- 6:35 – 6:45 a.m.: Hotel pickup in Cusco
- 8:30 a.m.: Textile demonstration in Chinchero
- 9:00 a.m.: Visit the Chinchero Archaeological Complex
- 10:30 a.m.: Visit Moray
- 11:30 a.m.: Visit the Maras Salt Mines
- 12:20 p.m.: Buffet lunch in the Sacred Valley
- 2:00 p.m.: Visit Ollantaytambo Archaeological Complex
- 4:36 p.m. or 7:00 p.m.: Train to Machu Picchu Pueblo (depending on availability)
Day 2 – Machu Picchu & Return to Cusco
- 5:00 a.m.: Breakfast at the hotel
- 5:30 a.m.: Bus to Machu Picchu
- 6:00 a.m.: Guided tour of Machu Picchu
- 9:00 a.m.: Return to Machu Picchu Pueblo
- 2:30 p.m.: Train back to Ollantaytambo
- 6:00 p.m.: Approximate arrival in Cusco
This schedule maximizes your time at each site while ensuring a comfortable and immersive experience of the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu.
LO MAS DESTACADO:
VIP Sacred Valley & Machu Picchu Tour
The tour begins in Cusco – Ollantaytambo, where you will board the train to Aguas Calientes. Along the journey, you will enjoy stunning natural landscapes featuring expansive farmlands, grazing livestock, mountains, and snow-capped peaks.
Upon arrival at the Aguas Calientes train station, a guide will meet you and accompany you to the Machu Picchu Sanctuary. During a guided tour, you will explore the main attractions, including the Temple of the Sun, Temple of the Moon, Intihuatana, and more. After the tour, you will have free time to take photographs and further explore Machu Picchu.
Back in Aguas Calientes, enjoy a delicious lunch before boarding the train in the afternoon to return to Ollantaytambo – Cusco.
This tour combines culture, history, and breathtaking landscapes, making it a perfect one-day Machu Picchu experience.
VIP Sacred Valley Tour with Machu Picchu Connection (2 Days / 1 Night)
Experience an unforgettable journey exploring the heart of the Inca Empire on this tour that combines the famous Sacred Valley of the Incas with a visit to the world wonder, Machu Picchu.
Over the course of two days, you will discover breathtaking Andean landscapes, archaeological sites, living traditions, and one of the most iconic destinations in South America.
This itinerary allows you to visit must-see locations such as Chinchero, Moray, the famous Maras Salt Mines, the historic town of Ollantaytambo, and finally the sacred citadel of Machu Picchu.
Day 1: VIP Sacred Valley Tour with Machu Picchu Connection
Your adventure begins early in the morning with hotel pickup in Cusco between 6:35 a.m. and 6:45 a.m., starting our journey toward the legendary Sacred Valley of the Incas, located at approximately 2,790 meters (9,153 feet) above sea level.
The Sacred Valley was one of the most important agricultural centers of the Inca Empire due to its favorable climate and fertile lands. Even today, some of Peru’s finest varieties of corn are cultivated here.
Chinchero: Textile Tradition and Andean Culture
Our first stop will be Chinchero, an Andean village known for preserving ancient artisanal traditions. Here we will visit a cultural center where local families will demonstrate the traditional process of making Andean textiles.
- During this experience, you will learn about:
- Natural dyeing using plants and minerals
- Spinning alpaca and sheep wool
- Traditional weaving using Andean looms
We will also visit the colonial church of Chinchero, famous for its mural paintings dating from the 16th and 17th centuries.
Moray: The Inca Agricultural Laboratory
We will then continue to the archaeological site of Moray, one of the most fascinating locations in the Andean world.
This complex features enormous circular terraces believed to have functioned as an Inca agricultural laboratory. It is thought that the Incas experimented here with different microclimates to improve the production of crops such as corn, potatoes, and quinoa.
Maras Salt Mines
Our next stop will be the impressive Maras Salt Mines, a spectacular landscape composed of more than 3,000 salt pools built along the mountainside.
These pools are still managed by local families who have preserved this ancestral activity since pre-Inca times. The salty water from a natural spring evaporates under the sun, producing natural salt that is later sold in local and national markets.
Buffet Lunch in Urubamba
The tour continues to Urubamba, where we will enjoy a delicious buffet lunch featuring a wide variety of traditional Peruvian dishes prepared with fresh ingredients from the Sacred Valley.
Ollantaytambo: The Living Inca City
After lunch, we will visit the impressive archaeological complex of Ollantaytambo, one of the few Inca towns that has remained continuously inhabited since the 15th century.
Here we will explore:
- Monumental agricultural terraces
- Inca temples built with massive stone blocks
- Original streets from the Inca period
This site served as an important military, agricultural, and religious center during the Inca Empire.
Train Journey to Machu Picchu Pueblo
In the afternoon we will head to the Ollantaytambo train station to board the train to Machu Picchu Pueblo.
The train journey lasts approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes and offers spectacular views of the valley, the Urubamba River, and the cloud forests surrounding Machu Picchu.
Upon arrival in Machu Picchu Pueblo, our representative will meet you at the station and accompany you to your hotel.
In the evening, your guide will meet with you to provide detailed information about the next day’s visit.
Day 2: Guided Tour of Machu Picchu and Return to Cusco
The second day begins early with breakfast at your hotel.
At the scheduled time, your guide will pick you up and accompany you to the bus station for the ride up to the entrance of Machu Picchu. The journey takes approximately 25 minutes, ascending a winding road surrounded by lush tropical vegetation.
- At the entrance you must present:
- Your original passport or identification document
- Your Machu Picchu entrance ticket
- Guided Tour of the Inca Citadel
Once inside the historic sanctuary, we will enjoy a guided tour of approximately 2 hours, during which we will explore the most important sectors of the citadel.
During the tour, you will visit key sites such as:
- The Main Plaza
- The Ceremonial Sector
- Agricultural terraces
- Ancient Inca temples
Hydraulic systems and water fountains
You will also see iconic structures such as:
- The Temple of the Sun
- The Temple of the Three Windows
The famous Intihuatana, believed to have functioned as an ancient solar clock used by Inca priests.
After the guided tour, you will have free time to explore, take photos, and enjoy the panoramic views of this incredible Wonder of the World.
Return to Cusco
Later, we will take the bus back to Machu Picchu Pueblo.
At the scheduled time, you will board the train back to Ollantaytambo, where our transportation will be waiting to take you back to the city of Cusco, bringing this unforgettable experience to a close.
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ITINERARIO DETALLADO:
VIP Sacred Valley & Machu Picchu Tour – 2 Days
Sacred Valley Vip Machupicchu: Cultural Experience in Chinchero, Moray, Maras, and Machu Picchu
Our journey begins in Chinchero, a picturesque Andean village known for preserving the living textile traditions of the ancient Inca Empire. Here we will share an authentic cultural experience with a local community that will demonstrate the ancestral process of creating traditional Andean textiles. We will learn about traditional dyeing
techniques using natural pigments, spinning, and backstrap loom weaving used to create iconic garments such as
ponchos, scarves, chullos (Andean hats), and gloves made from alpaca, sheep, and in special cases, vicuña wool.
We will then continue to two of the most fascinating archaeological sites in the Sacred Valley: Moray and the impressive Maras Salt Mines.
At each destination, we will spend approximately 30 to 40 minutes exploring the site, learning about its history and understanding its importance within the Inca civilization. Sacred Valley Vip Machupicchu:
In Moray, we will observe its famous circular terraces, considered an ancient agricultural laboratory where the
Incas experimented with different microclimates to optimize the cultivation of Andean crops. Later, we will visit
the Maras Salt Mines, a unique landscape made up of thousands of salt pools that have been harvested artisanally since pre-Inca times.
During the tour, we will enjoy a delicious buffet lunch in the Sacred Valley of the Incas, prepared with fresh ingredients and local products.
This lunch offers a variety of appetizers, main courses, and desserts that represent the best of Andean and Peruvian gastronomy.
The journey continues with a train transfer to Machu Picchu Pueblo, following the course of the Urubamba River.
During this scenic ride, you will enjoy spectacular views of mountains, cloud forests, and the lush vegetation typical of the high jungle.
Through the train’s large panoramic windows, you can clearly see the ecosystem change from Andean landscapes
to the Peruvian cloud forest.
Along the way, it is also possible to see the starting point of the famous Inca Trail at kilometer 82. Sacred Valley Vip Machupicchu:
Upon arrival in Machu Picchu Pueblo, we will spend the night surrounded by nature while listening to the relaxing sound of the river.
During your stay, you may also visit the well-known Machu Picchu Hot Springs, located about a 15-minute walk
from the town center, ideal for relaxing after the journey.
In the evening, the town offers various dining options where you can enjoy everything from Peruvian cuisine to artisanal pizzas.
You may also try the traditional Pisco Sour while enjoying the lively nighttime atmosphere.
The next day, we will take the bus from Machu Picchu Pueblo to the legendary citadel of Machu Picchu.
The ride takes approximately 25 minutes and ascends along the famous Hiram Bingham Road, offering
spectacular views of the surrounding mountains and the dense vegetation that protects the historic sanctuary.
Once inside the citadel, a guided tour will begin with a professional guide who will help you discover the history,
architecture, and spiritual significance of this UNESCO World Heritage Site.
During the tour, we will explore the most important sectors of the archaeological complex, including the
Guardian’s House, the Temple of the Sun, the Temple of the Three Windows, the Intihuatana, the Acllahuasi, the
Temple of the Condor, and the complex water fountain system that still functions today.
After the guided tour, you will have free time to relax or explore Machu Picchu Pueblo again, where you can enjoy
the lively local atmosphere, browse handicraft markets, or taste regional cuisine.
Finally, we will board the train back to Cusco, concluding an unforgettable experience filled with culture, history,
and spectacular landscapes in the heart of the Peruvian Andes.
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Servicios Incluidos:
Included:
- Hotel pickup starting at 4:00 a.m. (time can be coordinated).
- Tourist transportation Cusco – Ollantaytambo – Cusco.
- Round-trip train tickets Ollantaytambo – Machu Picchu Pueblo (Expedition or The Voyager service).
- 1 night accommodation in Machu Picchu Pueblo.
1 breakfast at the hotel.
- Buffet lunch in Urubamba with a variety of dishes, salads, soup, desserts, and hot beverages.
- Certified professional tour guide (Spanish, English, or Portuguese).
- Bus tickets Machu Picchu Pueblo – Machu Picchu Sanctuary – Pueblo (round trip).
- Entrance ticket to Machu Picchu (Circuit 2 or 3, depending on availability).
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Preparación para el Viaje
Te recomendamos llevar una mochila pequeña (máximo 5kg para el tren), bloqueador solar, repelente de mosquitos y ropa ligera en capas.
- Lleva tu pasaporte original (indispensable para entrar a Machu Picchu).
- Cambia algo de dinero a Soles (moneda local) para compras pequeñas.
- Reserva con al menos 2 meses de anticipación.
