Explore the Inca ruins and scenic masterpieces in the Sacred Valley
Thrilling adventures and unreal views await on the 8-day Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu Adventure Tour! Discover the highlights of the Sacred Valley via a range of outdoor activities like e-biking, rafting, kayaking, and hiking the KM 104 Inca Trail to the World Heritage Site of Machu Picchu. Each adventure will lead you to new incredible natural wonders and ancient ruins.
One of the best parts of the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu Adventure Tour is that you’ll stay in one hotel the entire time! So not only do you get to marvel and immerse in different outstanding views and scenery flanking Peru's Sacred Valley, but you don’t have to worry about packing your bags and moving for the entire tour. Kick back in the evening and get out there in the daytime, this is a trip you’ll never forget!
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Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu Adventure Tour Itinerary
Day 1 Arrive in Cusco
Meet your guide at the airport in Cusco before a quick drive to your hotel in Sacred Valley.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Sacred Valley
Distance: None
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Day 2 E-biking in Sacred Valley
Before you hop on your e-bike, you’ll stop at Pisac Village to visit some Inca ruins! After the circular walk, you’ll begin your e-bike adventure from Taray, a quaint village. Travel along the unbeaten path as you explore the depths of Sacred Valley. A support vehicle will follow you along, too.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Sacred Valley
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3 E-biking among Andean scenery
En route to your e-biking start point, you may stop at Ollantaytambo to view the imposing Inca ruins. This area has been dubbed “the living museum.” After, you’ll pick up your e-bike and prepare for a more rugged ride along a dirt road. Enjoy the incredible Andean scenery and glimpses of local communities as you ride.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Sacred Valley
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4 Watersports at Lake Huaypo
Admire the snow-frosted Vilcanota mountains from either your paddleboard or kayak on Lake Huaypo. You’ll be soaking up the unreal scenery as you paddle. Enjoy a traditionally prepared picnic lunch before heading to Moray’s ancient ruins. But that’s not all! You’ll also visit Salineras, a collection of salt pans.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Sacred Valley
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5 Royal Inca Trail to Machu Picchu
Begin your day with a train ride to KM 104 on the Inca Trail, where you’ll get off and commence your walking journey. Pass by the ruins Chachabamba, through a tropical forest, and ascend above the Urubamba River. After a challenging climb, you’ll reach Wiñay Wayna, a stunning Inca ruin. Upon arrival in Machu Picchu, your guide will lead you through the remarkable world wonder. Please note, that the Inca Trail is closed in February for repairs, but you can still visit Machu Picchu by taking the train to Aguas Calientes. In the afternoon, you’ll take a bus to Machu Picchu town. Transfer to the train here.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Sacred Valley
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6 Day at your leisure
Enjoy a relaxing day exploring the Sacred Valley on your own.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Sacred Valley
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7 Raft the Rio Apurimac
Bask in spectacular views as you raft the black canyon section of the roaring Rio Apurimac. Raft through a canyon with thrilling rapids, enjoy chilled-out, gentle periods, and stop at a deserted beach for lunch. After, head to Puente Huallpacachaca for cold beverages!
Overnight Location: Hotel in Sacred Valley
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8 Head to Cusco Airport
Get ready to pack your bags and head back to the airport. En route, you’ll stop to admire the Inca fortress of Sacsayhuaman, which also boasts of an impressive viewpoint. The tour ends once you reach the airport.
Overnight Location: None
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu Adventure Tour Price and Dates
This guided multisport tour in Peru is always run as a custom tour for your group only and the price depends on the number of people in your group.
The best time to travel to Peru for this tour is usually June to September when the weather is drier and warmer.
Private Guided Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu Adventure Tour
Have your own private tour with just your group! Prices below are per person:
- Guided Groups of 2: $5,925 USD per person
- Guided Groups of 3: $4,625 USD per person
- Guided Groups of 4: $3,825 USD per person
- Guided Groups of 5: $3,525 USD per person
- Guided Groups of 6: $3,225 USD per person
- Guided Groups of 7: $2,850 USD per person
- Guided Groups of 8 or 9: $2,725 USD per person
- Guided Groups of 10: $2,575 USD per person
Accommodation on Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu Adventure Tour
This adventure tour will have you staying in a cozy hotel for 7 nights. The hotel has modern necessities that will keep you comfy and relaxed. Keep in mind that rooms are double occupancy, but you can often upgrade to single occupancy for an additional fee.
In some cases, the accommodation listed below may be swapped for other similar accommodations.
Single Rooms and Solo Travelers
For this tour, you are booking the entire villa for your group only, therefore the sleeping arrangements are entirely up to you.
Hotels on Standard Tour
Green House Villas in Sacred Valley
Built with traditional materials and flanked by stunning scenery, the Green House Villas offer an unforgettable, authentic Sacred Valley experience.
What’s Included in the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu Adventure Tour?
Meals
7 breakfasts, 8 lunches, and 7 dinners are included on this tour. You will also receive snacks and water on days 1-7.
Accommodations
Accommodations for 7 nights is included in the tour.
Transportation during the Tour
Transportation is included throughout the tour.
Also Included
- Guides
- Trekking porter for Machu Picchu
- Permits and entrance fees
- Equipment for the activities
Not included
- Flights to get to and from Cusco
- Personal expenses
- Tour guide gratuities
Optional Extras
- You can upgrade to single occupancy for a fee
- Extra nights before or after the tour
Frequently Asked Questions about Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu Adventure Tour
Amazonas Explorer has been running high-end adventure travel tours in Peru for over 30 years. They offer both customizable and pre-set tours so your group can choose the perfect adventure.
British owned and Peruvian operated, Amazonas Explorer adheres to the highest European standards using the finest equipment available.
Amazonas Explorer knows you may only visit Peru once, so they aim to make that experience exceptional.
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Andrea has been designing tours with Amazonas Explorer since 2015. She moved to Cusco to take advantage of the fantastic hiking and be immersed in nature. Helping clients explore Peru is her dream job, and seeing new travellers fall in love with the country inspires her to create the best itineraries possible. While she’s an avid hiker and adventurer herself, she also loves sharing the culture and cuisine of Peru through her tours.
- Q: What is your favourite trip that you offer?
- A: The Sacred Valley of the Incas Hiking Adventure is a once in a lifetime experience I encourage all of my clients to have. The combination of day hikes really showcases the best of Cusco, the Sacred Valley, and of course Machu Picchu. Every day you hike to beautiful places, see incredible ruins, and meet lovely locals. You also get to stay in a beautiful private villa with your own private guide, driver, and even chef!
- Q: What is an unforgettable local experience you’ve had?
- A: Part of my job is to test services and visit our suppliers to later be able to sell it to the right clients. One of the tours that I tried recently and I really enjoyed was visiting a local community and working the land with them. It made me really appreciate the food that I have on my table every day. The sacrifices the locals make when working their farms. Without them, we wouldn’t have anything healthy to eat.
- Q: What is one experience anyone visiting Peru should have?
- A: For me, travelling is not only visiting archaeological sites. It is meeting the local people, learning about their customers, and expanding our knowledge of how people live in another part of the world. This will give us another perspective on the world and life.
- Q: What do your guests say they like best about the trips you create?
- A: They say that they felt that the entire trip was exactly what they were looking for and exceeded their expectations. I always go the extra mile to make sure my clients get the right trip and make the most of their precious holiday. I look forward to working with you all to create these unforgettable memories.