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2-Day Sacred Valley & Machu Picchu Tour from Cusco by Train

4.8 · 1,299 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 96% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Cusco Operated by Machupicchu Latin America
Duration
2 days
Group
Private tour, your party only
Guide languages
English, Spanish
Start & pickup
07:30 · Hotel pickup included
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

Link the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu on a private tour for your party, with an overnight stay in Aguas Calientes.

Trains, citadel buses, hotel transfers and Machu Picchu entry are included; Sacred Valley tickets are paid in cash at the ruins. 4.85 from 1,299 reviews at €409 per person for 2 days.

In our comparison: #71 of 72 in Sacred Valley Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

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Options and prices

3 options from the operator, described in its own words. Prices are the operator's from-prices per adult for a party of two. Click an option to book it on Viator. Guide languages on every option: English, Spanish.

OptionWhat the operator saysFrom, per adult
Essential Comfort Package (Economy Train) The page priceStandard Handpicked Hotel: 1 night in a comfortable, highly-rated 2★ boutique hotel in Aguas Calientes with an included breakfast. Standard Comfort Scenic Train: Intimate small group. Skip crowded 30+ tourist buses. Includes reliable round-trip travel on standard comfort scenic trains. Duration: 2 days: A perfectly paced 2-day historical circuit designed for optimal altitude acclimation and complete cultural immersion. Traditional Peruvian Lunch : Features an authentic, high-quality traditional local lunch on Day 1. Hotel breakfast buffet on Day 2 is also fully included. Sacred Valley & Machu Picchu : Day 1 explores the majestic archeological sites of the Sacred Valley (Pisac & Ollantaytambo). Day 2 is fully Machu Picchu. Modern, Air-Conditioned Van: Relax on a scenic route through the Sacred Valley in a clean, climate-controlled van with separate luggage space. Official Machu Picchu Ticket: Circuit 2 is our top priority. Our team instantly audits live availability to secure the best route for your travel date. Pickup included€409 for 2+ people
Panoramic Explorer Upgrade (Vistadome Train)3-Star Handpicked Hotel: 1 night in a comfortable, highly-rated 3★ boutique hotel in Aguas Calientes with an included breakfast. Upgraded Vistadome Return: Intimate small group. Outbound via classic economy train. Upgraded return via premium Vistadome panoramic train. Duration: 2 days: perfectly paced 2-day historical circuit designed for smart altitude acclimation and deep immersion. Traditional Peruvian Lunch : Features an authentic traditional local lunch on Day 1. Your hotel breakfast buffet on Day 2 is also included. Sacred Valley & Machu Picchu: Day 1 explores majestic archeological sites in the Sacred Valley. Day 2 is completely dedicated to Machu Picchu. Modern, Air-Conditioned Van: Relax on a scenic route through the Sacred Valley in a clean, climate-controlled van with separate luggage space. Official Machu Picchu Ticket: Circuit 2 is our top priority. Our team instantly audits live availability to secure the best route for your travel date. Pickup included€455 for 2+ people
VIP Vistadome Observatory Package (Premium Train Upgrade)Premium 3-Star Boutique Hotel: 1 night in a comfortable, highly-rated 3★ boutique hotel in Aguas Calientes with an included breakfast. Vistadome Observatory Train: Outbound: Premium Vistadome Observatory with lounge & music. Return: Classic panoramic Vistadome train. Duration: 2 days: A perfectly paced 2-day historical circuit designed for smart altitude acclimation and deep immersion. Traditional Peruvian Lunch: Features an authentic, high-quality traditional local lunch on Day 1. Your hotel breakfast buffet on Day 2 is included. Sacred Valley & Machu Picchu: Day 1 explores majestic archeological sites in the Sacred Valley. Day 2 is completely dedicated to Machu Picchu. Modern Climate-Control Van: Relax on a scenic route through the Sacred Valley in a clean, climate-controlled van with separate luggage space.7. Other Official Machu Picchu Ticket: Circuit 2 is our top priority. Our team instantly audits live availability to secure the best route for your travel date. Pickup included€518 for 2+ people

Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 8 November 2026.

Included and not included

  • Official Machu Picchu Entry Ticket | Priority allocation for Circuit 2 (Classic), subject to Ministry availability. Early booking is highly recommended to secure your preferred route!
  • Lunch
  • 1 Night Lodging in Aguas Calientes | Private room in your selected standard or premium hotel tier.
  • Breakfast
  • All Round-Trip Transportation | Includes convenient Cusco hotel pickup/drop-off, scenic tourist train tickets, and the shuttle buses to the Machu Picchu Inca citadel.
  • Expert Guided Experience | Fluent, English-speaking local guide for Sacred Valley & Machu Picchu
  • Sacred Valley Ticket (Boleto Turístico) paid at the ruins entrance with Peruvian sol cash.
  • Other meals | Day 1: Breakfast & Dinner - Day 2: Lunch & Dinner). Enjoy local dining at leisure!
  • Optional | Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain (US$ 70 cash paid in Cusco) and Guide/Driver Tips

Reviews

4.8
1,299 ratings
Tripadvisor 894 · Viator 405

96% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 1,247 of 1,299

Star breakdown of all 1,299 ratings

5 stars
1,189 · 92%
4 stars
58 · 4%
3 stars
27 · 2%
2 stars
11 · 1%
1 star
14 · 1%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the guides' knowledge and patience; some report shopping stops taking priority over archaeological visits.

Praised

  • Detailed explanations of Inca history and patient answers to questions
  • Pacing adapted to travellers with mobility difficulties
  • Comfortable transport and convenient hotel pickups
  • Help with photography at the archaeological sites
  • Variety of historical and cultural stops along the route

Complaints

  • Long waits in Aguas Calientes before the return train
  • Shopping stops took priority over expected archaeological visits
  • Lunch stops drew complaints about food quality
  • Some liked the hotel, while others found it basic or disappointing

Written by Guidekin from the 50 most recent English reviews on Tripadvisor & Viator (25 March 2026 to 6 November 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 8 November 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
We meet steps from your hotel (at a nearby corner or landmark). For distant lodgings, we meet at Plaza Regocijo by the central fountain. Our operations team will contact you via WhatsApp at least 72 hours before departure to finalize your personalized time and location!
Departure
07:30 daily; scheduled through November 2027 (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
This activity ends back at the meeting point
Pickup
Hotel pickup included
Operator
Machupicchu Latin America; booking and payment are completed on Viator

About this tour, from the operator

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • A physical, valid passport matching your booking details is strictly required by government authorities on the day of travel to enter Machu Picchu.
  • Great news for altitude adjustment: Our Day 1 route immediately descends from Cusco into the lower elevations of the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu, making this the most comfortable and natural way to acclimate!
  • A moderate physical fitness level is recommended for walking along uneven Inca stone paths. Don't worry—our expert guides maintain a relaxed, casual pace throughout the tour!

Children

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Good to know

  • Min. 2 to book not for solo travellers
  • Food included Lunch, Breakfast
  • Fitness notes apply see additional information
  • Non-refundable no free cancellation

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

  • 0+ days: No refund

Compared with other Sacred Valley Tours

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #71 of 72€4092 days4.85 (1299)private
2-Day Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu Guided Tour from Cusco€5012 days4.99 (1022)shared
Food and Culture Full day Tour in the Sacred Valley€25110h5.0 (184)shared
Sacred Valley Full-Day Private Tour from Urubamba & Ollantaytambo€1279h4.99 (212)private

Ranked #71 of 72 in Sacred Valley Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €90 to €1348, median €428; typical length 2 days. 31 of 72 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 72 Sacred Valley Tours

From €409 per adult · Essential Comfort Package (Economy Train)