--- title: From Cusco - 2-Day Tour to the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu with Lunch lang: en type: tour city: Cusco country: Peru price: 363 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.79 reviews: 61 duration_minutes: 2880 languages: [pt, en, es] rank_in_category: 65 of 72 (Sacred Valley Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-11-08 data_updated: 2026-11-08 canonical: https://guidekin.com/peru/cusco/tours/from-cusco-2-day-tour-to-the-sacred-valley-and-machu-picchu-with-lunch/ --- # From Cusco - 2-Day Tour to the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu with Lunch **Guidekin's take:** Visit Pisac and Ollantaytambo, then sleep in Aguas Calientes before exploring Machu Picchu the next day. Accommodation, transfers, Machu Picchu admission and shuttle buses are included; entry to Pisac and Ollantaytambo costs extra. 4.79 from 61 reviews at €363 per person for 2 days. In our comparison: #65 of 72 in Sacred Valley Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Discover the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu in a 2-day experience from Cusco. Explore the archaeological sites of Pisac and Ollantaytambo, enjoy the Andean landscapes during the train ride, and spend the night in Aguas Calientes. The next day, visit the impressive citadel of Machu Picchu accompanied by a guide. Enjoy a complete experience with entrance to Machu Picchu, accommodation and organized transfers, plus hotel options to choose from according to your preferences. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - Starts 08:00: one departure a day - Food included: Lunch, Breakfast - Fitness notes apply: see additional information - Non-refundable: no free cancellation **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €363 per person for the Tourist Train & Htl Standard option; other options up to €427 - Duration: 2 days - Rating: 4.79/5 from 61 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Operator: Peru Andes Top - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: Portuguese, English, Spanish - Start times: 08:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-08 ## Reviews 4.79 from 61 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 93% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 57 of 61. - 5 stars: 55 (90%) - 4 stars: 2 (3%) - 3 stars: 2 (3%) - 2 stars: 1 (2%) - 1 star: 1 (2%) ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Tourist Train & Htl Standard | €363 / person | Spanish, English | Hotel Standard Category Lunch in Aguas Calientes Tourist train Pickup included | | Tourist Train & Htl Superior | €386 / person | Spanish, English | Superior Category Hotel Lunch in Aguas Calientes Tourist train Pickup included | | Panoramic Train & Htl Standard | €399 / person | Spanish, English | Hotel Standard Category Lunch in Aguas Calientes panoramic train Pickup included | | Panoramic Train & Superior Htl | €427 / person | Spanish, English | Superior Category Hotel Lunch in Aguas Calientes Train (Panoramic) Pickup included | ## What's included - Accommodation: One night in Aguas Calientes, according to the selected hotel category. - Bus to Machu Picchu: Up and down transport from Aguas Calientes. - Entrance to Machu Picchu: Official ticket included, circuit subject to availability. - Lunch - Breakfast - Tour to the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu: Guided visits to the main Inca attractions. - Tourist transfers: Pickup in Cusco, tour of the Sacred Valley and return to the hotel. - Professional guide: Guided tours of the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu, according to the contracted language. - Train tickets: Round trip to Aguas Calientes, according to the selected category. ## Not included - Lunch in Urubamba: Free time to have lunch on your own the first day. - Tourist Ticket: Tickets to Pisac and Ollantaytambo, paid separately. - Other meals: Dinners, drinks, and food not specified in the program. - Personal expenses: Purchases, crafts, and souvenirs during the tour. - Tips: Optional gratuities for the guide and driver. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 08:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-11-08 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations. ## Meeting point Present yourself in front of the main door of the Cathedral of Cusco, located in the Plaza de Armas. The operator will confirm the exact meeting time in advance. Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness - Most travelers with adequate mobility can participate in this experience. - Moderate physical fitness is recommended, as the route includes walks, stairs, and uneven stone paths. - Required data for the reservation: It is necessary to provide full names and surnames, passport number or valid identification document, date of birth, and nationality. The data must exactly match the document used to issue the entries. - Mandatory documentation: Travelers must present the original and valid passport or official identification document used when booking. The data must match what is registered in the entries to Machu Picchu and the train tickets. - Dietary restrictions: We can accommodate requests for vegetarian, vegan, and other dietary needs, subject to availability. Let us know of any allergies or dietary restrictions at least 48 hours in advance. - Luggage: We recommend bringing only a backpack or small carry-on luggage with what is necessary for one night in Aguas Calientes. Rail transport is subject to weight and dimension restrictions according to the company and the contracted service. - Entrance to Machu Picchu: The official entrance is included. The circuit and visiting hours will be assigned according to the availability of the Ministry of Culture. Circuit 2 or any specific route is not guaranteed. We recommend booking in advance. - Altitude and acclimatization: Cusco is located at approximately 3,400 meters above sea level. During the first day we will descend to the Sacred Valley and Aguas Calientes, located at a lower altitude. We recommend acclimatizing beforehand, staying hydrated, and avoiding intense physical exertion upon arriving in Cusco. - Service modality: This tour is conducted in a shared modality, along with other travelers. - Group size: The tour accommodates a maximum of 15 travelers. ## Compared with other Sacred Valley Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #65 of 72** | €363 | 2 days | 4.79 (61) | shared | | [2-Day Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu Guided Tour from Cusco](/peru/cusco/tours/2-day-sacred-valley-and-machu-picchu-guided-tour-from-cusco/?format=md) | €501 | 2 days | 4.99 (1022) | shared | | [Food and Culture Full day Tour in the Sacred Valley](/peru/cusco/tours/food-and-culture-full-day-tour-in-the-sacred-valley/?format=md) | €251 | 10h | 5.0 (184) | shared | | [Sacred Valley Full-Day Private Tour from Urubamba & Ollantaytambo](/peru/cusco/tours/sacred-valley-full-day-private-tour-from-urubamba-ollantaytambo/?format=md) | €127 | 9h | 4.99 (212) | private | Ranked #65 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. Full list: https://guidekin.com/peru/cusco/sacred-valley-tours/?format=md ## More in Cusco - All Cusco tours: https://guidekin.com/peru/cusco/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/peru/cusco/tours/from-cusco-2-day-tour-to-the-sacred-valley-and-machu-picchu-with-lunch/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/peru/cusco/?format=md