Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
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This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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The Sacred Valley of the Incas is an amazing place full of rich history, culture and tradition. The whole valley has numerous Inca sites and snow-capped mountains surrounding , which offer visitors a unique opportunity to learn more about the local customs and traditions. On the other hand, the Machu Picchu citadel is located between two mountain peaks, near the Amazon jungle. The location of the citadel creates breathtaking views, which are enhanced by the beautiful architecture of the place.
Highlights
2 days
Offered in English & Spanish
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
2 days
Offered in English & Spanish
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Each Inca site fee
Train tickets
Private guide
Hotel **
Breakfast
Private transport
Machu Picchu fee
Last day lunch
2 Day Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu Tour
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The Sacred Valley of the Incas is an amazing place full of rich history, culture and tradition. The whole valley has numerous Inca sites and snow-capped mountains surrounding , which offer visitors a unique opportunity to learn more about the local customs and traditions. On the other hand, the Machu Picchu citadel is located between two mountain peaks, near the Amazon jungle. The location of the citadel creates breathtaking views, which are enhanced by the beautiful architecture of the place.
Highlights
2 days
Offered in English & Spanish
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
2 days
Offered in English & Spanish
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Each Inca site fee
Train tickets
Private guide
Hotel **
Breakfast
Private transport
Machu Picchu fee
Last day lunch
Itinerary
Day 1
Day 2
Cusco - Chinchero - Salt ponds - Moray - Ollantaytambo - Aguas calientes - Hotel
5 Stops
1
Sacred Valley of the Incas
We will pick you up from your hotel in Cusco at 7:00 am. Then we will drive to the Sacred Valley where we will make our first stop at the village of Chinchero. This small town is famous in the region for its multicolored textile works. During our tour we will learn about the traditional techniques used by the artisans to manufacture and dye their textiles. You will also visit the main square of the town, with its beautiful colonial buildings, which were built on top of ancient Inca ruins.
1 hour
2
Salinas de Maras
Our next stop will be at the Salt Mines of Maras. These mines have been used by the local population since the Inca times. According to the legends, the salt comes from the tears of the legendary hero Ayar Cachi, who was encased by his brothers inside a nearby mountain. Maras contains around 3000 salt wells, which come from the Qaqawiñay mountain. This place produces the precious "Pink Salt," which obtains its unique colors due to the minerals present in the soil.
1 hour
3
Moray
Moray comprises of a series of circular agricultural terraces located near Maras. Experts believe that this site was used by the Incas as a research center for growing plants of different regions. Some historians also theorize that Moray constituted a center for performing astronomical observations and for predicting weather.
1 hour
4
Ollantaytambo
After lunch, we will continue our journey through the magnificent Sacred Valley of the Incas. Our next stop will be the Inca fortress of Ollantaytambo. This Inca site stands out for its massive stone buildings, some of which reach a height of 4 meters. Ollantaytambo also has numerous platforms built around the site, which are easily visible from the nearby town. We will explore the astounding Ollantaytambo until the afternoon. Then, we will take the train to Aguas Calientes.
1 hour
5
Aguas Calientes
After arriving to Aguas Calientes, we will take you to your hotel. You will have time to relax and prepare for the next day
