Premium Andean Picnic – Machu Picchu

About the tour

A journey to experience Peru with all five senses, exploring Moray and the Maras Salt Mines—Andean landscapes that seem frozen in time.
The tour includes a gourmet Andean picnic at a viewpoint surrounded by mountains and llamas, and culminates with a visit to the majestic Machu Picchu, in an experience to be walked, savored, and remembered.

2-DAY, 1-NIGHT ITINERARY

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TICKETS

INCLUDES ALL TRANSPORTATION

Itinerary

  • The tour begins with a pickup from your hotel in Cusco and a drive to the Sacred Valley.
  • Today's itinerary.

📍 Chinchero – Andean Textile Center: Visit an authentic Andean textile center, where you’ll learn about traditional wool spinning, natural dyeing using plants, roots, and minerals, and the ancestral significance of Andean designs.
📍 Moray – Inca Agricultural Laboratory: A complex of circular terraces where the Incas experimented with microclimates and agricultural production.
📍 Maras Salt Mines: over 3,000 salt pools, traditionally mined by local families, with time for photos and an explanation of the traditional process.
📍 Andean Picnic at Mountain View: a dining experience featuring an appetizer, main course, and dessert, with drinks included, in a natural setting surrounded by mountains and llamas.
📍 Trip to Aguas Calientes: transfer to Ollantaytambo to board the tourist train to Aguas Calientes, enjoying the scenery of the Urubamba River and the Andes.

  • Upon arrival, our staff will assist you and escort you to your hotel.
  • Breakfast at the hotel.
    We begin the most anticipated day of the trip: the ascent to the legendary Machu Picchu, one of the wonders of the modern world.
  • Depart by bus for the Inca citadel (tour subject to availability), enjoying the views that open up among mist-covered mountains and wild orchids.
  • Once you arrive, you’ll enjoy a private guided tour (available exclusively for groups of two or more; if you’re traveling alone, you’ll join a small group of up to four people), during which you’ll visit the most iconic temples, agricultural terraces, and natural viewpoints from which the Incas used to watch the sunrise.
  • You'll have free time to explore, meditate, or simply let yourself be enveloped by the energy of the place.
  • Afterward, you’ll take a bus down to Aguas Calientes to enjoy a local lunch before boarding the train back to Ollantaytambo.
  • From there, you’ll be transferred by private vehicle to Cusco, where this unforgettable day will come to an end.
  • Accommodations in Cusco.

INCLUDES

  • I'll pick you up at your hotel
  • Transportation throughout the tour
  • Certified private guides (Day 1 and Day 2)
  • Tickets to Chinchero, Moray, and Maras
  • Three-course gourmet Andean picnic
  • Drinks included (Day 1)
  • Round-trip tourist train to Machu Picchu (economy class)
  • Assistance in Aguas Calientes
  • CONSETTUR bus ticket (round trip)
  • Official entrance to Machu Picchu
  • Lunch in Aguas Calientes
  • Accommodation at a 3-star hotel (1 night)
  • Final transfer to your hotel in Cusco

NOT INCLUDED

Flights

  • International airline tickets (country of origin – Peru – country of return).
  • Domestic flights (Lima–Cusco–Lima).

Additional food

  • Dinners and lunches not specifically mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Alcoholic beverages or personal snacks during the tours.

Insurance and personal expenses

  • Travel insurance or international medical assistance.
  • Tips for guides, drivers, and local staff.
  • Personal expenses (souvenirs, laundry, phone calls, etc.).

 Optional activities

  • Vistadome Train (USD 40 one-way / USD 70 round-trip).
  • Hike up Waynapicchu Mountain (USD 60).
    Not recommended for people who suffer from vertigo or have breathing difficulties.

Other positions

  • Bank fees or transfer fees for international payments.
  • Expenses not listed as included in the itinerary.
  • Hotels
  • Original passport valid for at least 7 months. This is required for entry; without this document, you will not be able to take the tour.
  • Full sun protection: a cap or hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen. The Andean sun is intense even on cloudy days.
  • Comfortable sneakers or hiking shoes. Ideal for walking safely on uneven terrain.
  • A small backpack with the essentials: water, snacks like candy, cookies, chocolate, or nuts to keep your energy up during the hike.
  • A camera or cell phone with enough battery life. You don't want to miss the best views or the most special moments of your trip.

Andean Picnic and Private Machu Picchu Tour: 2 Days / 1 Night – Sacred Valley & Machu Picchu

This tour is available every day of the year, with guaranteed departures.

Experience the essence of Peru on a tour that combines history, culture, and nature.Explore the heart of the Inca Empire, from Cusco to Machu Picchu, with the comfort and security of an all-inclusive service.This tour is available every day of the year, with guaranteed departures in group or private tours.

  • Price

Group rate:US$399.00 per person

  • Easy booking:

Secure your spot with a deposit of 20% of the total amount.

  • Payment of the balance:

You can pay the remaining 80% upon arrival by:

  • Credit or debit card
  • PayPal
  • Cash (soles or dollars)
  • Pix

Note – Andean Picnic in Mountain View (private tour).

This quote is based on a group of two or more people.

If the reservation is for a single person, an additional fee of $80 USD will be charged for the picnic experience and a single room in Aguas Calientes.
This amount must be paid upon arrival in Cusco.

Access to Machu Picchu is organized through three official routes:

  • Tour 1: Panoramic View (Classic Photo)
  • Tour 2: The most comprehensive tour (panoramic views + temples)
  • Tour 3: Temple Tour (no panoramic views)

Availability is limited and subject to demand, so we recommend booking in advance.

If we are unable to find availability for your travel dates, Andean Peru Exploor will assist you in purchasing your ticket in person in Aguas Calientes. This process involves waiting in line at the official ticket office, always accompanied by our team.

Important: This option is subject to daily availability and does not guarantee admission.

Price:
$399.00

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