SACRED VALLEY & MACHU PICCHU LIVING HERITAGE & IMPERIAL TRAILS 2 DAYS
PRIVATE COLLECTION JOURNEYS
SACRED VALLEY & MACHU PICCHU LIVING HERITAGE & IMPERIAL TRAILS 2 DAYS
PRIVATE COLLECTION JOURNEYS
Unveil the essence of the Andes on a masterfully curated 2-day private excursion from Cusco. Designed for discerning travelers seeking an authentic connection with high-altitude communities, ancestral gastronomy, sacred architecture, and the majestic citadel of Machu Picchu.
This private experience seamlessly blends living culture in the native village of Ccorccor, an ancestral Pachamanca feast, the subterranean salt pools of Maras, the agricultural amphitheaters of Moray, and the living Inca fortress of Ollantaytambo, concluding with a luxury panoramic return aboard the Vistadome Observatory Train.
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🗓️ITINERARY
DAY 1 – CUSCO ➔ CCORCCOR VILLAGE ➔ MARAS ➔ MORAY ➔ OLLANTAYTAMBO ➔ MACHU PICCHU PUEBLO
(Private Departure at 8:00 AM)
Your private executive driver and professional guide will greet you at your Cusco hotel to begin your journey across the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Leave the city behind as you traverse scenic highland landscapes toward Chinchero.
Ccorccor Village – Authentic Cultural Immersion: Arrive at the rural community of Ccorccor for an exclusive living heritage experience. Share meaningful moments with local community members, participate in traditional high-altitude games (Trompo, Aro, Plic Plac), and gain direct insight into centuries-old daily traditions.
Ancestral Pachamanca Feast: Indulge in an authentic Andean culinary experience. Savor the Pachamanca, an ancestral subterranean feast cooked underground over heated stones in reverence to Pachamama (Mother Earth).
Maras Salt Pans: Explore over 3,000 terraced evaporation pools harvested by local families since pre-Inca times, forming a dramatic subterranean salt landscape.
Moray Agricultural Terraces: Discover the circular stone amphitheaters utilized by Inca engineers as a sophisticated microclimate agricultural laboratory.
Ollantaytambo (The Living Inca Town): Walk the cobblestone pathways and monolithic stone structures of this ancient fortress town.
Following your tour in Ollantaytambo, board the evening Expedition Train through the Urubamba River Canyon to Machu Picchu Pueblo (Aguas Calientes). Upon arrival, a private representative will assist with your hotel check-in.
Overnight in Machu Picchu Pueblo (4-Star Accommodation).
DAY 2 – MACHU PICCHU SANCTUARY ➔ VISTADOME OBSERVATORY TRAIN ➔ CUSCO
After breakfast, board the official Consettur bus for the winding scenic climb up to the Machu Picchu Sanctuary.
Private Guided Citadel Tour: Enjoy a 2.5-hour private guided exploration across agricultural terraces, ceremonial plazas, temples, and primary viewpoints. Your expert guide will reveal the deep astronomical, architectural, and spiritual history of the Tahuantinsuyo empire.
Refined Lunch at El Mapi: Descend by bus to Aguas Calientes and savor an included gourmet lunch at El Mapi Restaurant by Inkaterra.
Vistadome Observatory Panoramic Train: Board the Vistadome Observatory Train featuring panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows, outdoor observatory cars, and live cultural performances on board back to Ollantaytambo.
Upon arrival at Ollantaytambo station, your private executive vehicle will carry you comfortably back to your hotel in Cusco.
🎒PROGRAM INCLUSIONS
✈️ PRIVATE TRANSFERS & LOGISTICS
Private hotel pick-up and executive tourist transport in Cusco and the Sacred Valley.
Round-trip Consettur bus tickets (Aguas Calientes ↔ Machu Picchu Citadel).
Dedicated station assistance in Ollantaytambo and Machu Picchu Pueblo.
Private station-to-hotel return transfer from Ollantaytambo to Cusco.
🏨 ACCOMMODATION
01 Night accommodation in Machu Picchu Pueblo (4-Star Hotel).
Breakfast included at the hotel.
🏛️ EXCURSIONS & EXPERIENCES
Cultural immersion & living heritage experience in Ccorccor Village.
Guided visits to Maras Salt Pans, Moray Terraces, and Ollantaytambo.
Official Citadel Admission & Private Guided Tour of Machu Picchu.
🎟️ OFFICIAL TICKETS & PERMITS
Official admission ticket to Machu Picchu Sanctuary (confirmed circuit).
Full/Partial Tourist Ticket (BTG) for Sacred Valley archaeological sites.
Admission fee to Maras Salt Pans.
🚆 TRAIN TICKETS
Expedition Train: Ollantaytambo ➔ Machu Picchu Pueblo.
Vistadome Observatory Train: Machu Picchu Pueblo ➔ Ollantaytambo.
🍽️ INCLUDED MEALS
Traditional Pachamanca Feast in Ccorccor.
Dinner in Ollantaytambo village.
Daily breakfast at the hotel.
Full Lunch at El Mapi Restaurant (Aguas Calientes).
👨🏫 EXPERT GUIDING & ASSISTANCE
Professional English/Spanish speaking private expert guide for all excursions.
24/7 Ground Assistance & Concierge Service by Andean Bear Journeys.
PROGRAM EXCLUSIONS
Domestic or international flights.
Beverages during meals.
Unspecified meals.
Gratuities for drivers and guides.
Travel and medical insurance.
Personal expenses.
WHY BOOK WITH ANDEAN BEAR JOURNEYS?
«We don’t just create tours; we design unforgettable journeys through Cusco.»
Experience the perfect balance of living culture, high-altitude gastronomy, and seamless private logistics. Travel with absolute comfort and the peace of mind that comes from being hosted by dedicated local experts.
«Please note: All published prices are for reference only and are subject to change based on seasonality, availability, and customization. We kindly request that you consult with our travel specialists for a final quote prior to booking to ensure a seamless experience.»