TOUR SACRED VALLEY AND MACHU PICCHU 2 DAYS / 1 NIGHT

Day 1: Sacred Valley – Aguas Calientes (Machupicchu).

We’ll pick you up from your hotel (7:00 am.) and we’ll leave to visit the Sacred Valley of the Incas, After Machu Picchu, this is another excellent option to visit,

the views, people, local markets, and awesome Inca sites make this tour an unforgettable experience, you’ll visit Chinchero a Colonial village that keeps a nice Church with mural paintings and Inca remains,

This sector is one of the highest places in Cusco, then enjoying the beautiful landscapes, you will arrive in Moray, this place was a kind of greenhouse for Incas, where they acclimatized different products to take those to other regions.

Then we will take you to the Salt Mines (Salineras), where there are more than 4000 fountains of natural salt that are still being worked by local people, after visiting this place we’ll continue to Arrive in Urubamba where you’ll have free time to have lunch,

then following the Wilcamayu River (Sacred River) we will arrive in Ollantaytambo, the other Inca site where you’ll find one of the few places in Cusco and Peru where people continue living on the Inca Construction,

almost all their streets have water channels; the religious site is located at the top where the temple of the sun is standing; In this place, you’ll finish the tour approximately at 15:00 hours,

after you will have short free time to visit the nice town, then we go to the train station of Ollantaytambo,

the train station is located 7 minutes walk from the square of Ollantaytambo, which is the most popular place on this site.

There, you’ll take the train to AGUAS CALIENTES (town of Machu Picchu – 1 and 1/2 hours trip), once you arrive, the hotel’s staff will be waiting for you with the name of the accommodation,

arriving at the hotel, you’ll meet with the guide of Machu Picchu to talk about the visit of the next day.

Day 2: Aguas Calientes – Machupicchu – Cusco.

This is the last day of our tour Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu. Early in the morning, you have the option to go up to Machu Picchu, you’ll take a bus to arrive there in 25 minutes.

Once you arrive, you’ll start the guiding tour, our guide will take you around the most important sides of this beautiful wonder of the world,

and he also will give you special information about this marvelous site you will love, he will be with you approx. 02 and 1/2 hours.

Then, you’ll have a short free time, to take some more pictures, and enjoy Machu Picchu on your own.

Also, you’ll have the option if you want to climb up to Waynapicchu Mountain or Machu Picchu Mountain (optional hikes of 2 or 3 and 1/2 hours) at an extra cost,

after your free time, we have to go down to Aguas Calientes town (by bus) and you’ll have free time to go to have lunch, then you have to be ready to take the train to return.

The train leaves at 14:30 hours (you can ask for other train times at extra cost), you have to be half an hour before, at the train station.

This train will take you to Ollantaytambo (1 and 1/2 hours), and there we’ll pick you up to bring you back by bus to Cusco (01 and 1/2 hours) you’ll be in Cusco again at 18:30 hours.

Included:

• Briefing: One day before the tour we give you detailed information about your itinerary, where we also give you all the tickets you will need on the trip, maps, and all the relevant information you should know, this can be in your hotel or in our office INKA TIME.
  
• Tourist transportation: The transportation to tour the Sacred Valley is done with minibusses of 15 or 20 people (Renault Master or Sprinter Mercedes-Benz).
  
• Tourist Guide in the Sacred Valley: You will be well informed by our guides in each place of visit.
  
• Entrance tickets: We will have ready for you all the tickets you need for all the sites around the Sacred Valley.
  
• Train tickets: We will book your round trip train tickets (Voyager IncaRail Train).
  
• Bus Tickets: We will have your tickets ready to go up and down to Machu Picchu (Day 2).
  
• Entrance ticket to Machu Picchu: We will have your passes ready to enter this beautiful place.
  
• Tourist guide (Machu Picchu): Our guides will make you spend an excellent time in this wonderful place.
• Transportation back to Cusco: Transportation in minibuses of 15 or 19 people.

Not included:

• Meals: There is a great variety of restaurants from US$ 10.
  
• Overnight accommodation in Aguas Calientes: if you wish we can provide accommodation rates from US$ 25 per person, or you can also visit www.booking.com where you have plenty of accommodations; remember that you will arrive in town at 18:10 am and the next day you leave early to visit Machu Picchu, so the accommodation is more for sleeping).
• Tips: This is optional, our staff is well paid, so it is not something indispensable or expectant, any amount will be well received.

Service Improvements (optional):

• Entrance fee to Waynapicchu mountain: US$ 65.00 (this is a 2 and a half hour hike) if you wish to climb this mountain, you must let us know beforehand because there are only 400 spaces per day.
  
• Entrance fee to Machupicchu mountain: US$ 65.00 (this is a 3 and a half hour hike) if you wish to climb this mountain you must let us know in advance because there are only 400 spaces per day.
• Private transportation: From Ollantaytambo to Cusco US$ 18.00 (per person); this gives you a pleasant trip without having to wait or go to pick up more people in the group.
  
• Private Service Guide: Personalized service in the citadel of Machu Picchu, US$ 20.00 (Per person – minimum 2 people), this means that you do not have to be dependent on the group.
• Return at 16:12 hrs. TRAIN 360° – Inca Rail: US$ 58.00 (Per Person); this is another type of train more panoramic that has an excellent schedule where you will arrive in Cusco at 20:20 hrs.
• Return at 16:43 hrs. TRAIN Vistadome – Peru Rail: US$ 58.00 (Per Person); this is other more panoramic type of train that has an excellent schedule where you will arrive in Cusco at 21:00 hrs.
• Return at 16:22 hrs. TRAIN Vistadome Observatory – Peru Rail: US$ 68.00 (Per Person); this panoramic train apart from the dances inside the train, has an observatory car that allows you to see better the scenery of the route, arriving in Cusco at 22:30 hrs.

Important:

• US$ 29.00 Discount for people who belong to the Andean Community group (Perú, Colombia, Ecuador y Bolivia).
  
• US$ 25.00 Off for those students with Under graduated student card, (this ID must be made in PVC material, and it must have the next requirements: university information, personal student information, student picture, and expiration date valid only for one year, it year must coincide with the year that student visits Machu Picchu, the discount until 25 years old.), the ISIC cards are not valid anymore.
  
• US$ 25.00 Discount for under 18 years old.
  
• US$ 40.00 Discount for under 8 years old children; children under 3 years old do not pay if they don’t occupy seats on the train and buses.
  
• According to the new regulation of Sustainable Use and Tourist Visit for the conservation of the Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu 2019, the entrance ticket to Machu Picchu is valid only for a single entry to the park (this means: The passenger enter, walk around, go out and can not re-enter again), usually, all people stay between 3 and 4 hours into Machu Picchu, if you would like to stay a longer time, we advise buying another ticket (US$ 50.00 Extra), the park is open until 17:30 hrs.
• Prices are for tours in shared service (group tour), groups of 12 to 18 people in Sacred valley, and 8 to 12 people in Machu Picchu; inquire for prices for a private tour.
• We have departures every day.
• To start this tour, you have to be at least one day before in Cusco.

What you need to take:

• The tickets are given in the briefing a day before your trip.
  
• Original Passport (This is requested to take the trains, the buses and to get into Machupicchu).
  
• Small rucksack (backpack) smaller than 30 liters.
  
• Repellent for Mosquitos.
  
• Sunscreen.
  
• Water, snacks.
  
• Rain Poncho (The climate is quite changeable, it is better to be forewarned).
• Comfortable clothes (somewhat warm) when you leave early and return late is a bit cold, it’s better to feel comfortable with your temperature.

TOUR IN SHARED SERVICE

This service in a GROUP TOUR means that you will do the tour with other people, This standard service has 12 to 18 participants, that doesn’t mean you have to get that quantity of people to do the tour, we have confirmed departures every day, so, If you are only one or two people do not worry, you can join some of our groups.

BEST PRICE PER PERSON: US$ 395.00 “US$ 375.00”

TOUR IN A PRIVATE SERVICE

This service is an exclusive way to make this trip, where the service is very much where the service is much more personalized, prices vary according to the number of people in your group:

2 PEOPLE: US$ 545 PER PERSON
3 PEOPLE: US$ 495 PER PERSON
4 PEOPLE: US$ 465 PER PERSON
5 PEOPLE: US$ 445 PER PERSON
6 PEOPLE AND MORE: US$ 405 PER PERSON

STEP 1: SEND YOUR INFORMATION“

Complete the booking form DOWN HERE or send data of all the travelers to reservas@inkatimetours.com as full name, passport number, nationality, date of birth, or a copy of passports, indicating the exact date of travel; Our privacy policies are strict, INKA TIME will use this information exclusively to nominate the reservation tickets, we never share this information with third parties.

STEP 2: MAKE A DEPOSIT“

Choose the best way to pay and make a payment, for this tour, the payment (deposit) is 50%; There are 03 ways to pay: Payments via “PayPal”, with any debit or credit card VISA, MASTER CARD, AMEX (these last two options have an 8% fee), also Wire money by Western Union any extra commissions or fees charged must be assumed by the customer; when you send your information you have to specify the payment method you would like to use, then when we mail you back We will send you a request for payment through the platform you chose.

STEP 3: TOUR CONFIRMATION

Upon receipt of all passenger(S) data and once we received information on your payment, we will send you your receipt (VOUCHER OF RESERVATION), at this moment your reservation will be guaranteed 100%. (this will be sent at most in the next 8 hours, considering our business hours GMT – 5).

1. The tour sacred valley and machu picchu seems perfect to me, I know I don’t have much time, but is it enough to visit Machu Picchu?

Certainly, choosing any itinerary you will have between 3 to 4 hours at the citadel, two hours for a guided informational tour, and then free time.

2. I want the tour, but including the ascent to Wayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain, is that possible?

Yes, it is possible. You can climb early in the morning to Machu Picchu, then before or after the guided tour, you can do these extra hikes. This will depend on the schedule you have for accessing the mountains. We take care of making these additional mountain access reservations.

3. I arrive one day earlier in Cusco, do you think I will have problems with the altitude at Machu Picchu?

Many people arrive in the same way as you do. Machu Picchu is much lower in altitude than Cusco, so if you have any problems in Cusco, you will surely feel better in Machu Picchu because the only way to avoid problems or complications with altitude is to descend. Cusco (3350 m / 10990 ft), Machu Picchu (2450 m / 8038 ft), Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu Town (2050 m / 6726 ft).

4. I’m traveling with my family, we have an 8-year-old child and a 65-year-old adult, will there be much difficulty for them?

This Tour Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu is one of the most comfortable. However, in Machu Picchu, there is walking involved; it is the only way to visit the park. If someone has difficulty walking, I recommend taking a private tour, so they can do the tour at their own pace without following a group.

5. I don’t like to give my personal passport information, is there a way to book the tour only with names?

We understand your concern, but the requested data is exclusively to fill in the information on your tickets. These tickets are electronic tickets, it’s like taking a plane, you have to show the ticket and your original passport. Our privacy policies are very strict, your information will be in safe hands, we also hate SPAM.

6. What if I have a delay and cannot do the tour?

Unfortunately, all tickets would be purchased and you would lose the entire tour. Any change or cancellation of the tour has a penalty. This rarely happens, but if it were to happen, we assure you that we would do everything in our power to assist you. We recommend reviewing our refund/cancellation policies.

7. Can I add Waynapicchu to this tour?

Yes, you just need to request it via WhatsApp to add Waynapicchu but keep in mind there is an extra cost and consider your physical condition.

8. What is the best season to do Tour Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu?

The best season to do Tour Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu is during the dry season, which generally runs from May to September. During these months, the weather is more stable and there is less chance of rain, making it easier to explore archaeological sites and outdoor activities.

9. What to bring for Tour Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu?

For Tour Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu in Cusco, it is recommended to bring the following:

• Sunscreen and hat
• Comfortable clothing and suitable footwear
• Water bottle
• Camera or mobile phone
• Cash
• Personal medications
• Tickets for attractions
• Identification documents (ID card, passport)
• Snacks and light food
• A small backpack