Experience two unforgettable days with Quinoa Expeditions, exploring the most stunning highlights of the Cusco region, and culminating your journey with a guided visit to the iconic Machu Picchu.
2-Day Sacred Valley & Machu Picchu Tour
Day 1: Cusco – Pisaq – Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes
Start your journey with a scenic drive through the Sacred Valley, stopping at a panoramic viewpoint for photos. Explore the vibrant Pisaq Market and the impressive Inca ruins at Pisaq Archaeological Site. Continue to Urubamba for a buffet lunch, then visit the ancient Inca town and fortress of Ollantaytambo. Depending on your train schedule, you may have free time in town before boarding the train to Aguas Calientes. Upon arrival, you’ll be taken to your 3-star hotel.
Highlights: Pisaq Market, Pisaq Ruins, Urubamba lunch, Ollantaytambo ruins, train ride to Aguas Calientes.
Day 2: Machu Picchu – Return to Cusco
Start early with a bus ride up to Machu Picchu to witness the sunrise and enjoy a guided 2-hour tour of the main highlights including the Temple of the Sun, Royal Tomb, and more. Afterward, explore on your own or hike Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain (if pre-booked). In the afternoon, return to Aguas Calientes for lunch and catch your train back to Ollantaytambo, followed by private transport to Cusco.
Highlights: Sunrise at Machu Picchu, guided citadel tour, optional hikes, train and private transport back to Cusco.
Tour Type: Cultural & historical
Includes: Transportation, guide, meals, hotel, Machu Picchu entrance, train tickets.
Includes
- Pick up at your hotel by your guide.
- Private transport from your hotel to sacred valley.
- Bus ticket from round trip
- Breakfast in aguas calientes.
- Professional guide.
- Expedition Tourist Train from Ollanataytambo – Aguas Calientes – Ollantaytambo with private van connection to Cusco.
- Admission Ticket to Machu Picchu Archaeological site.
- Private guided tour of Machu picchu
First-aid kit including emergency oxygen tank
Does Not Include
- Huaynapicchu or Machu Picchu Mountain(USD 75)
- Energy snacks will be very useful as chocolate bars, dried fruits
- Lunch, diner in sacred valley & Lunch Aguas Calientes.
- Tips for the staff.
Upgrade to Vistadome Train – US$57 per person – Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo 6:10pm train.
What you need to take
- Original Passport
- ISIC card (if you are a student and want to qualify for the discount)
- Day pack
- Waterproof jacket Warm jacket
- Warm clothes: layers for variable temperatures, especially at night. Thermals:Hat, gloves.
- wool socks and wool hat for cold nights
- T-shirts for the intire trek
- Comfortable Trousers
- Sun hat
- Sunscreen (factor 35 or higher)
- Toiletries : poilet paper, toothbrush, toothpaste, wipes and hand sanitizer
- Personal medical kit
- Camera and film
- Torch with spare batteries
- Camel bag or wáter bottle
- Extra money for drinks,tips and souvinirs. Etc( soles or dollars).
Absolute Must-Haves:
- Original, valid passport (copies not accepted)
- Valid student card (if booked as a student)
- Comfortable, broken-in trekking boots
- Lightweight, quality daypack (max 25L)
- Water storage for at least 2 liters (CamelBak or bottles)
Recommended for Your Daypack:
- Hat, sunglasses
- Rain gear (jacket/poncho)
- Warm layers (fleece, long sleeves)
- Sunscreen, insect repellent
- Hand sanitizer, toilet paper
- Personal medication, band-aids, moleskin
- Headlamp
- Camera with extra batteries
- Snacks (power bars, chocolate)
- Extra cash (small change for tips and local toilets)
Tour Price:
$485 USD per person
Student Discount:
$30 off per student
Applies to:
University students with valid ID (must submit at booking)
Children aged 17 or younger (passport required at booking)
Why Book with Quinoa Expeditions?
Choosing Quinoa Expeditions for your Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu Tour adventure means choosing a truly authentic and high-quality experience. Here's why Quinoa Expeditions stands out from the rest:
Local Experts You Can Trust
Quinoa Expeditions is a 100% locally owned Peruvian company, committed to providing the most authentic, culturally rich, and environmentally responsible tours. Booking with us means you're supporting the local economy while getting the best service at the best price, with no middlemen involved.
Professional and Passionate Tour Guides.
Our tour guides are highly trained professionals, fluent in English and full of knowledge about the history, archaeology, and natural environment of the Maras -Moray & Chinchero Machu Picchu Tour. They’re also trained in First Aid and Mountain Rescue, ensuring your safety and comfort throughout the journey. More than guides, they are storytellers and caretakers of Inca heritage.
