Sacred Valley Tour & Short Inca Trail (3 Days)
Join a certified tour guide for this unforgettable 3-day Sacred Valley tour and Machu Picchu experience. After visiting various sites in the Sacred Valley, make a short hiking approach to Machu Picchu and then enjoy the sunrise over the stunning city the following morning.
Andes
3 Days
Jan, Mar - Dec
Intermediate
Beginner
Highlights
- Enjoy the stunning scenery of the Sacred Valley.
- Learn about the area's rich history and culture.
- Visit Machu Picchu, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.
Description
Sitting on a mountain ridge 2,430 meters (7,970 feet) above sea level, visiting Machu Picchu should be at the top of everyone's bucket list. Heading on a Sacred Valley tour is the best way in which to do so.
Starting from Cusco, the Sacred Valley tour is eminently sensible. In order to arrive at the 15th century citadel, one must travel through the valley anyways.
Visiting the local market and the ruins at Ollantaytambo not only adds to the context of your Machu Picchu visit, but whets your appetite for more adventure in this stunning part of Peru.
Following our Sacred Valley tour, we will get on the train from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes, the town beneath Machu Picchu, and get off at Kilometer 104.
From here, we will trek on to the Sun Gate, passing the Chachabamba (2,170 m / 7,170 ft) and Wiñay Wayna (2,650 m / 8,700 ft) archaeological sites, en route. As we go, we'll learn more about the Inca and their incredible way of life.
After reaching the Sun Gate, we will proceed to snap some photos and explore Machu Picchu a bit before heading down to Aguas Calientes.
The following morning, we will come back to Machu Picchu in order to see the sunrise and to tour the ancient city before it is overwhelmed with tourists.
After our visit, we will head back to Aguas Calientes once again before catching the train back to Ollantaytambo and returning to Cusco.
So what are you waiting for? Book now for this scenic, fun and exciting 3-day Sacred Valley Tour and hike to Machu Picchu!
If you like the look of this trip then we think you may also enjoy our 2-day Short Inca Trail trek to Machu Picchu!
Price includes
- Guiding fee
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Transport during the trip
- Transportation start and back
- Permit and entrance fees
Price details
- Please note that 2 lunches, 1 dinner and 2 breakfasts are included in the price of the trip.
Itinerary
Day 1: Cusco to Ollantaytambo
After meeting up in Cusco, we will transfer to the Sacred Valley and explore the ancient realm of the Inca. We will visit the Pisac market, to see local goods, before continuing on to visit the ruins in Ollantaytambo.
Day 2: Ollantaytambo to Machu Picchu
We will take the train from Ollantaytambo on to Kilometer 104. Here, in the middle of the jungle, we will get off the train and begin hiking to Machu Picchu. Along the way, we will stop to see some Incan ruins before finally arriving at the Sun Gate and heading down to see the ruins. From here, we will take a bus down to Aguas Calientes.
Day 3: Machu Picchu and return to Cusco
Getting up early in the morning, we will head to Machu Picchu to see the sunrise over the Incan citadel. We will also have the chance to climb one of the two mountains surrounding the city (if you have pre-booked it) before returning to Aguas Calientes and making our way back to Cusco.
Details
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Equipment: Backpack (if not waterproof bring waterproof backpack cover) Original passport ISIC card (if applicable) Sturdy Hiking boots Layers for variable temperatures especially at night Sun protection: sunscreen: sun hat: sunglasses Insect repellent Rain poncho or a good rain jacket Toiletries / small towel Bathing clothes for the hot springs (optional) Water bottle: water purifying tablets optional Camara Toilet paper First aid kit Pawer bank
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About the guide
Andean Path Travel
Tour Operator
Andean Path Travel is a Peruvian Travel Company that caters to world´s travelers that want to step off the beaten track, embrace the unexpected and immerse in the authentic and extraordinary of Peruvian culture, history, and nature.
Our staff have the ideal balance of passion, attitude, intuition, and high-quality expertise to make and deliver truly unique and unforgettable experiences for you.
Preserve the local culture & the minimum impact to nature are strong commitments to Andean Path Travel, under the philosophy work of inclusive business and social responsibility.
Andean Path Travel is proud of the fact that its tour guides are the best Peruvian Ambassadors, very passionate about their heritage and take pride in introducing and immersing our customers to their culture and way of life.
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Languages
English
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