Tour Maras Moray and Machu Picchu 2D/1N
Dificulty
Easy
Duration
2 Days / 1 Night
Group Size
02 - 19 people
Max Altitude
3.399. m.s.n.m
Description
Embark on a captivating two-day journey through the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu, immersing yourself in the wonders of the Inca Empire. This comprehensive tour takes you through the most iconic Inca sites in the Cusco region, starting with a visit to Chinchero, famous for its vibrant textile tradition. Marvel at the unique terraces of Moray, an ancient agricultural site, and admire the historic salt mines of Maras. The day ends in Ollantaytambo, a town with a rich Inca history.
On the second day, the tour culminates with a visit to the mystical Machu Picchu, an impressive citadel nestled high in the Andes. This unique experience offers an unparalleled opportunity to explore the cultural and historical significance of these Inca monuments.
Along the way, you will meet local communities in their traditional clothing, explore colorful markets, and immerse yourself in the living culture of the Andean villages. Your adventure will be even more memorable with a picturesque train ride to Aguas Calientes, passing through the majestic Urubamba Canyon and following the Vilcanota River, one of Peru’s greatest natural wonders.
Day 1: Cusco | Chinchero - Moray - Salineras de Maras - Urubamba - Ollantaytambo - Aguas Calientes.
This morning, we will pick you up early from your hotel and head to the beautiful town of Chinchero (3,762 m / 12,343 ft), where you will find amazing Inca constructions and a textile art demonstration. We will then continue to the impressive archaeological site of Moray (3,385 m / 11,106 ft), which consists of a series of circular terraces believed to have been used for experimental agriculture and to study the growth of different crops at different altitudes.
Next, we will head to the famous Salineras de Maras, a set of over 3,000 pools that have been used since pre-Hispanic times to extract salt from the naturally flowing salty water in the area. This salt has a pink hue and is known for its healing properties and delicious taste. It makes a great gift for someone at home and is perfect for cooking.
We will then go to Urubamba for a buffet lunch featuring various traditional dishes of your choice. After a well-deserved break, we will continue to the “last living Inca city,” Ollantaytambo, known for its imposing architecture, including temples, water fountains, and high terraces surrounded by spectacular Andean landscapes. Here you can walk along its cobblestone streets, capture incredible photos, and learn more about its history with our expert guide.
Later, we will head to the station to board the Expedition train to Aguas Calientes. During the journey, you will see beautiful glaciers and snow-capped peaks, as well as fertile green valleys and Inca agricultural terraces on both sides of the valley. Once in Aguas Calientes, you will go to your hotel to check-in.
In the afternoon, you will have free time to relax, and in the evening, you can enjoy a delicious dinner at the best restaurant before going to bed.
- MEALS: lunch, dinner.
- ACCOMMODATION: hotel.
- DIFFICULTY LEVEL: easy.
- MINIMUM ALTITUDE: 2,792 m / 9,160 ft.
- MAXIMUM ALTITUDE: 3,400 m / 11,154 ft.
- ACCOMMODATION ELEVATION: 2,040 m / 6,693 ft.
Day 2: Aguas Calientes | Machu Picchu - Ollantaytambo - Cusco.
Today is the day of Machu Picchu. You will need to wake up before dawn to make sure you beat the crowds and catch the first bus, which will take you on a 25-minute ride to the entrance gate of Machu Picchu.
Once at Machu Picchu, your guide will take you to a strategic point where you can observe the Inca architecture of Machu Picchu and take the best postcard photos. Then, you will begin your guided tour of the main sectors of the citadel, which will last for 2 hours. Throughout this guided visit, you will learn more about the history and culture of the Inca Empire.
At the end of the tour, you will have some free time to continue taking photos and explore anything you haven’t yet seen. If you wish to hike Huayna Picchu, your guide will show you where to start this hike, which will take no more than 2 hours round trip (must be booked in advance as spots fill up, and there is a cost of $60 USD per person).
Machu Picchu Mountain is also another hiking option instead of Huayna Picchu. This hike is more difficult and takes at least 3 hours round trip (with an additional cost of $60 USD per person).
Once you’ve enjoyed the exceptional views of Machu Picchu, take the bus back to Aguas Calientes for lunch (not included). Depending on your train departure time, you may also have time to shop, do some sightseeing, or visit the museum or the hot springs.
The Expedition train will take you back to Ollantaytambo at either 2:55 p.m. or 3:20 p.m., following the spectacular Urubamba River. Near Aguas Calientes, the canyon is narrow, and the river has many beautiful sections of white-water rapids. Once back in Ollantaytambo, your driver will meet you at the train station to take you back to Cusco in our vehicle. You can expect to arrive at your hotel by 7:30 p.m.
- MEALS: breakfast.
- MACHU PICCHU VISIT DURATION: 2-3 hours.
- DIFFICULTY LEVEL: easy.
- MACHU PICCHU SITE ELEVATION: 2,400 m / 7,874 ft.
- HUAYNA PICCHU MOUNTAIN ELEVATION: 2,700 m / 8,858 ft.
- MACHU PICCHU MOUNTAIN ELEVATION: 3,000 m / 9,842 ft.
Incluye
✓ INFORMATIONAL MEETING OR PRE-DEPATURE PHONE CALL
The night before the tour, you will receive a WhatsApp phone call from your guide, who will provide important information about your trip. To ensure that you receive all necessary information, it is essential that you provide us with accurate and complete personal details.
✓ PERMITS AND ENTRANCES
✓ MACHU PICCHU ARCHEOLOGICAL SITE ENTRY TICKET
The entry ticket to Machu Picchu. There are several circuits to explore the citadel, and we ensure the best available option at the time of your reservation.
- Our first option, if available, is Circuit 2: Llaqta Machu Picchu / Classic Route 2-A, which takes you to the iconic panoramic viewpoint and allows you to explore around 70% of the citadel.
- If this circuit is not available, we will reserve Circuit 2-B: Lower Terrace, which also offers the classic viewpoint and access to 60% of Machu Picchu.
- To ensure you get one of these circuits, we recommend booking your tour 3 or 4 months in advance. If neither of these options is available, we will select an alternative circuit that grants access to specific areas of Machu Picchu. You can find more details about the circuits at the following link: tuboleto.cultura.pe.
✓ FIELD STAFF
- Professional Guides:
Our official tour guides speak both English and Spanish and are professionally trained and certified. We choose them for their experience, responsibility, passionate love for exploration, and pride in sharing our culture and history. In every experience, they will keep you safe and comfortable so you can enjoy your time without worries.
✓ ACCOMMODATION
- Hotel in Aguas Calientes:
You will spend your last night in a comfortable hotel in Aguas Calientes with a private bathroom, hot shower, Wi-Fi, breakfast, and luggage storage while visiting Machu Picchu.
✓ MEALS
- Day 1: Buffet lunch in the Sacred Valley and dinner in Aguas Calientes.
We offer a wide variety of dishes, including vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options to satisfy all tastes at no extra cost.
- Day 2: Breakfast at the hotel.
✓ TRANSPORTATION
- Day 1: We will pick you up from your hotel to explore the Sacred Valley. Then, we will transfer you to the Ollantaytambo train station, where you will take the train to Aguas Calientes.
- Day 2: Round-trip Bus Ticket from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu (Consettur).
- Day 2: Transportation from the Ollantaytambo train station to your hotel in Cusco.
✓ TRAIN
- Day 1: Train ticket. Journey from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes.
- Day 2: Train ticket from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo. Normally, the train ticket departs at 14:30, 14:55, or 15:20, depending on availability. You will have time to explore the charming village of Aguas Calientes, enjoy lunch, and relax.
✓ EMERGENCY EQUIPMENT AND REMOTE MEDICAL ASSISTANCE
- First Aid Kit:
We carry alcohol, hydrogen peroxide, iodine tincture, germicidal soap, cotton, gauze, bandages, medical adhesive tape, surgical gloves, pain relievers for muscle and stomach aches, antipyretics. If you take prescribed medications, you can bring your own medications.
- Portable Oxygen Tank.
✓ IMPORTANT: Please note that only a medical professional can write a prescription. Our guides do NOT have the authority to prescribe treatment for clients. Throughout the hike, all medications will be administered with your consent and under your own responsibility. If you have a prescription, it is recommended that you bring your own medication(s).
No Incluye
× CUSCO TOURIST TICKET:
- This ticket is necessary and allows you to access many of the most popular attractions in Cusco and the Sacred Valley, including archaeological sites and museums.
From 70.00 soles (US$ 20.00) to 130.00 soles (US$ 36.00) per person.
× HUAYNA PICCHU MOUNTAIN:
- The Huayna Picchu Mountain is located behind the citadel and is commonly seen in images as the background of every classic Machu Picchu photo. Each day, only 400 spots are available in 2 available shifts. From 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. (200 spots) and from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. (200 spots). Tickets are required and sell out months in advance. Reaching the summit takes only 45 minutes, and a round trip lasts approximately 2 hours. Perhaps the most stunning aspect of this hike is the 360-degree view from the summit, overlooking the Inca ruins, the winding Wilkamayu (Urubamba) River, and the lush mountainous landscape.
Huayna Picchu Mountain: $60 USD.
× MACHU PICCHU MOUNTAIN:
- Machu Picchu Mountain is located on the opposite side of Huayna Picchu Mountain. It offers a panoramic view of the Machu Picchu archaeological site, Huayna Picchu Mountain, Putucusi Mountain, the winding Wilkamayu (Urubamba) River, the lush mountainous landscape, and the last part of the Classic Inca Trail. The hike is not really dangerous or difficult to do, but it will require all your strength. The time it takes to reach the top of Machu Picchu Mountain depends on the person’s physical condition and can vary from 1 to 1.5 hours to climb or 2 to 3 hours (round trip).
Machu Picchu Mountain: $60 USD.
- Day 1: breakfast.
- Day 2: lunch in Aguas Calientes and dinner in Cusco.
× CLOTHING AND PERSONAL HIKING GEAR.
× TRAVEL INSURANCE:
- This is not a requirement, but we always recommend that our clients acquire it in case any issues arise with their flights or unexpected health problems. Please note if your travel insurance policy has altitude restrictions: some policies are invalid above (4,000 m / 13,123 ft).
× ADDITIONAL COSTS:
- Delays beyond the administration’s control (landscape, bad weather, itinerary changes due to safety concerns, illness, changes in government policy, political instability/strike, etc.)
✓ TIPS FOR YOUR CREW:
- Tipping is a standard practice in tourism or on any excursion to Machu Picchu. While we pay good wages to our entire team, anything extra is always appreciated, especially considering the hard work they do.
✓ Original ID or Passport.
✓ Sun hat and wool hat for varying temperatures.
✓ Short-sleeve t-shirt.
✓ Waterproof boots for greater comfort; thick-soled sneakers or rubber shoes are an excellent option.
✓ Rain gear: A good raincoat, rain pants (Only for the rainy season).
✓ Long pants.
✓ Sunglasses.
✓ Small backpack to carry water, snacks, camera, etc.
✓ 2 liters of water (there are options to purchase along the route).
✓ Snacks like apples, granola bars, candies, and chocolates.
✓ Personal medical kit.
✓ Cash in soles for personal expenses.
✓ Toiletries.
✓ Sunscreen and facial moisturizer to protect your skin.
✓ Wet wipes for quick cleaning.
✓ Toothbrush and toothpaste for oral hygiene.
✓ Toilet paper for personal use.
✓ Swimsuit and towel (if you want to enjoy the hot springs).
✓ Camera or smartphone: capture the memories.
✓ Insect repellent.
✓ Music: An iPhone or similar device for entertainment.
✓ Hand sanitizer: Keep clean.
✓ Price per person:
- $410 USD – Adults.
- $390 USD – Children and students.
To reserve the Machu Picchu tour, a deposit of $205 USD per person is required. The remaining balance can be paid online or at our office in Cusco.
✓ Student Discount:
- All travelers under 17 years old receive a $20 USD discount. If you are 25 years old or younger at the time of travel, you can receive the discount with your student ID. Please email us to receive a discount code.
✓ Valid Student ID for Inca Trail and Machu Picchu:
- To receive the student discount, travelers must have a valid ID with the following:
✓ Note about the ISIC Card:
- Although the International Student Identity Card (ISIC) is recognized in many countries, it is not accepted by the Peruvian government for student discounts at Machu Picchu. Just as a passport cannot be replaced by any other type of ID for international procedures, the student card cannot be replaced by an ISIC or any other document for discounts in Peru.
The Peruvian government’s policy is strict regarding student accreditation. It is essential to present a card that meets these criteria in order to qualify for student-priced tickets, as you will be asked to show your physical student card upon entering Machu Picchu. If you do not meet these requirements upon arrival at Machu Picchu, there is a significant risk that you will be denied entry and will have to pay the full ticket price, based on availability. Therefore, it is crucial to ensure that your student card complies with Peruvian regulations before booking your trip to Machu Picchu as a student.
✓ Add-ons and Upgrades:
Additional services and upgrades you can include in this trip:
- Huayna Picchu Mountain: $60.00 USD.
- Machu Picchu Mountain: $60.00 USD.
- Vistadome Train (Aguas Calientes – Ollantaytambo): $70.00 USD.
✓ Price Guarantee:
- Once your reservation is confirmed, we guarantee that the price will not increase, no matter the circumstances. Therefore, before booking, make sure to read all important information about the tour.
✓ How to Book:
- Booking your spot for Machu Picchu is easy. You can reserve online through our website, where our booking platform will guide you step-by-step. You can pay for the tour with any credit or debit card, and you can also pay in the currency of your home country for added convenience.
✓ Machu Picchu Tour Reservation:
- To reserve the Machu Picchu tour, we need a non-refundable deposit of $205 USD. This deposit secures your spot on the Machu Picchu tour and allows us to purchase your Machu Picchu tickets and train tickets, which must be purchased well in advance.
- Our booking platform gives you the option to pay only the deposit, along with any additional options you select, or you can choose to pay the full amount of the tour in advance.
If you decide to pay only the deposit, the remaining balance can be paid upon your arrival in Cusco, one day before the tour departure.
✓ Payment of the Remaining Balance:
- If you opt to pay only the prepayment, the remaining balance must be paid upon your arrival in Cusco one day before the start of the tour. The balance can be paid in soles or dollars in cash or by card (with an additional 5% charge). You also have the option to pay online through our website with a 5% charge.
✓ Cancellation of Your Reservation:
The Bestreks agency has the following policies regarding reservation cancellations: Due to strict rules set by the Machu Picchu National Park, once a reservation is made, the space and permits purchased cannot be canceled. It is also not possible to transfer the permit to another person with a different name. The date of your permit cannot be modified. Therefore, if you cannot arrive on the scheduled date, no refunds will be made. Permits are non-refundable, and the Bestreks agency will purchase the permits as soon as the confirmation of your reservation is sent.
- If you cancel 30 or more days in advance, you will lose your initial deposit but will still have the right to the tickets we have purchased for you.
- If you cancel between 2 and 3 days before your trip, it will be considered a “no-show” and you will need to pay 100% of the total cost. You will be entitled to the entrance tickets we have purchased for you, a guided tour of Machu Picchu on the day it was scheduled in your original itinerary, a train ticket, and a bus ticket.
✓ Events Beyond Our Control:
- Any events beyond our control that make any part of the trip impossible, such as strikes, protests, flight cancellations, weather conditions, or overbooking of hotels or flights. In any of these cases, we will suggest alternative arrangements (if available) to make the trip possible. Any costs associated with these alternative arrangements will be the responsibility of the traveler.
✓ Recommendations:
We highly recommend that you fully understand all the booking and cancellation policies before making your payment to ensure your investment is protected and that you have a smooth booking experience for your Machu Picchu excursion.
This valley was a sacred area for the Incas as it encompassed a vast territory that was very productive for agriculture. The main products cultivated by the Incas were: corn, potatoes, olluco, quinoa, and coca leaves, which were considered a sacred plant.
Many people arrive in the same way as you; along the route, the only place higher than Cusco is Chinchero, and the other places are at lower altitudes. Nonetheless, the guide will always be attentive to you.
The tour of the Sacred Valley is one of the most comfortable, however, at each visit site, walking is required, as it is the only way to visit the archaeological sites. If someone has difficulty walking, I recommend taking a private tour service, so they can go at their own pace without having to follow a group.
No, it is not necessary to buy tickets in advance for the Sacred Valley of the Incas. All tickets for the tourist sites can be purchased on the same day of the excursion.
The tour is available year-round, always subject to weather conditions.
We recommend booking the tour in advance as we have two seasons (high and low), which differ in the number of tourists we accommodate. For this reason, it is better to book early to avoid any unexpected issues related to tour availability.
The weather in Machu Picchu can vary, with temperatures ranging from 12°C to 24°C. It is recommended to wear layered clothing to adjust to temperature changes throughout the day.
These are the mountains that surround the Inca Citadel. Huayna Picchu is located at 2,720 meters above sea level and offers a spectacular view of the archaeological site, as well as several Inca ruins along the way.
Machu Picchu Mountain is located at 3,082 meters above sea level and serves as another viewpoint towards the famous historical sanctuary. However, the hike to its summit is significantly less challenging than Huayna Picchu Mountain.
To trek to either of these mountains, it is necessary to purchase an additional entrance ticket well in advance. For more information, please contact your travel agent.
Machu Picchu is located at the edge of the Peruvian high jungle and the Andes, at 2,430 meters above sea level. The temperatures in this region range from 12°C to 24°C, with a warm and humid climate during the day and colder temperatures at night. The climatic conditions in Machu Picchu are characterized by two main seasons:
Dry Season: This is considered the coldest time of the year. This period runs from May to September. Sunny and bright days are expected throughout this season.
Rainy Season: Occurs between December and April, with these being the rainiest months of the year. However, the rainy season usually has a transition with light rainfall between October and December.
It is important to note that the climatic conditions in this region can change drastically, so we recommend familiarizing yourself with all the details and preparing the perfect packing list for Machu Picchu before venturing to this wonder.
Yes, it is recommended to book at least 1 month in advance, especially if you wish to include access to Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain, as the tickets are limited.
To get to Cusco, the most common way is to take an international flight to Lima (the capital of Peru) and then take a domestic flight to Cusco. First, take a flight from your country of origin to Jorge Chávez International Airport in Lima. Lima is Peru’s main hub for international air connections.
Once in Lima, you can take a domestic flight to Cusco. The flight from Lima to Cusco takes approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes. Several airlines offer this route, such as LATAM, Sky Airline, and Viva Air.
If you prefer not to fly, you can take a bus from Lima to Cusco. This road trip can take between 20 and 24 hours. However, flying is more recommended due to the comfort and time savings.
If you are coming from nearby countries like Chile, Argentina, Colombia, or Ecuador, you might also find direct flights to Cusco from some of their main cities, although they are not as frequent as flights to Lima.
All luggage that is not necessary should be left in Cusco. All hotels in Cusco are accustomed to and prepared for storing luggage. If you don’t have a place to store your luggage, you can leave it at our office until your adventure is over. We will make sure your luggage is stored safely, so don’t worry!
To enter Machu Picchu, you must arrive at the designated entry time on your ticket and show your passport.
The only restrooms are located at the main entrance of the Machu Picchu citadel. There are no restrooms inside the archaeological complex.
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