Shared Group

Incredible Machu Picchu 2D/1N

Duration
Duration
2 Days / 1 Night
Tour type
Tour type
Shared Group
Best season
Best season
Apr – Oct (dry season best)
Language
Language
English / Spanish

This Machu Picchu tour from Cusco 2 days will gives you the opportunity to meet the main touristic sites of the Inca’s lost city of “Machu Picchu”, designed for those willing to quick travel and eager to meet this wonder of the world.

During the trip, we shall appreciate a rich and diversified landscape, going through tunnels, enjoying the beautiful nature provided by the road route. Once in Aguas Calientes, you may rest, stroll by the Village, or visit the hot springs at just 10 minutes from the city, to relax or enjoy the medicinal baths. The very next day, we’ll enjoy the dream ride, visit the historic citadel of Machu Picchu, just 30 minutes away from Aguas Calientes by bus. In this day, we’ll enjoy the Machu Picchu guided tour, exploring the most valuable and rich points of this archaeological heritage, surrounded by explendid nature, majestic mountains, characteristic of its tropical vegetation. At the end of the day, we shall return to Cusco, having as a souvenir panoramic photos and pics of an unforgettable experience in this charming place.

Overview

This Machu Picchu tour from Cusco 2 days will gives you the opportunity to meet the main touristic sites of the Inca’s lost city of “Machu Picchu”, designed for those willing to quick travel and eager to meet this wonder of the world.

During the trip, we shall appreciate a rich and diversified landscape, going through tunnels, enjoying the beautiful nature provided by the road route. Once in Aguas Calientes, you may rest, stroll by the Village, or visit the hot springs at just 10 minutes from the city, to relax or enjoy the medicinal baths. The very next day, we’ll enjoy the dream ride, visit the historic citadel of Machu Picchu, just 30 minutes away from Aguas Calientes by bus. In this day, we’ll enjoy the Machu Picchu guided tour, exploring the most valuable and rich points of this archaeological heritage, surrounded by explendid nature, majestic mountains, characteristic of its tropical vegetation. At the end of the day, we shall return to Cusco, having as a souvenir panoramic photos and pics of an unforgettable experience in this charming place.

  • Duration: 2 Days / 1 Night
  • Tour type: Shared Group
  • Best season: Apr – Oct (dry season best)
  • Language: English / Spanish

Cusco, Peru — Incredible Machu Picchu 2D/1N. For travelers searching machu picchu tour from cusco 2 days from Cusco, Peru.

Tour Highlights

  • Professional guide in English
  • Bus ticket from Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu
  • Entrance ticket to Machu Picchu
  • Guided tour of Machu Picchu (private)
  • Bus ticket from Machu Picchu – Aguas Calientes
  • Transfer from Hotel –Ollantaytambo Train Station
  • Train ticket from Ollantaytambo - Águas Calientes (EXPEDI…
  • train ticket from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo Calien…

Peru Grand Travel · Cusco, Peru · Region PE-CUS

Itinerary

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Cusco - Aguas Calientes 04h Trip

This day, on a previously scheduled time, we’ll pick up on your hotel, take you to Ollantaytambo station, where a train we’ll take us to Aguas Calientes. 04 hours later, we’ll arrive to Aguas Calientes station, where our team we’ll be waiting for you with a sign with your name. Then, we’ll take you to your hotel.

You’ll have the whole afternoon free in order to get to know the town of Aguas Calientes and its famous hot springs.

Important Tips

It will be a quiet, chilling day. Relax, so that the next morning we make the most of the visit to Machu Picchu. After 04 hours of travel from Cusco, you can rest the whole afternoon in Aguas Calientes. Did we mentioned the hot springs? It’s quite relaxing. At the end of the afternoon, grab something to eat, take a rest and mostly, enjoy this great day in the Inca Citadel.

Overnight: Hotel in Aguas CalientesMeals: none
Day 2: Machu Picchu - Cusco 02:30h Tour

Early in the morning at the agreed time, your guide will collect you from your hotel to head to the bus station for the 30 minute journey up to Machu Picchu. We will zigzag up 400m of road to arrive at the “Historical Sanctuary of Machu Picchu” also known as “The lost city of The Incas”.

On arrival at the citadel with your guide, we will queue at the entrance to Machu Picchu and we will begin our tour of this mind-blowing, archaeological site. For 2 and ½ hours, we will visit the principal sites inside the citadel of Machu Picchu. After the guided tour, we return to the town of Aguas Calientes.

You will be able to have lunch in one of the many restaurants (lunch is not included), after which we will board the train on our return journey to Ollantaytambo (Depending on the departure time of the train) and we will return along the same road as we arrived.

In Ollantaytambo, the representative of the train will take you to the bus to head you on the final leg of the journey back to Cusco.

Overnight: Hotel in CuscoMeals: Breakfast

Peru Grand Travel · Cusco, Peru · Region PE-CUS

Included

What's Included

  • Transfer from Hotel –Ollantaytambo Train Station
  • Train ticket from Ollantaytambo - Águas Calientes (EXPEDITION or INCARAIL)
  • Assistance
  • Bus ticket from Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu
  • Entrance ticket to Machu Picchu
  • Professional guide in English
  • Guided tour of Machu Picchu (private)
  • Bus ticket from Machu Picchu – Aguas Calientes
  • train ticket from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo Calientes (EXPEDITION or INCARAIL)
  • Ollantaytambo Train Station - Hotel Cusco
  • Agency service
  • 01 night in Aguas Calientes with breakfast

Not Included

  • Drinks except those mentioned in the itinerary
  • Meals except those mentioned in the itinerary
  • Snacks
  • Phone calls
  • Extra spending money
  • Tips/gratuities
  • Travel insurance
Pricing

Pricing

All prices in USD. Land package (hotels per category). Rates confirmed at booking — no hidden fees from Peru Grand Travel.

FromUS$ 439per person (double)
ServiceTravelersPrice
TURISTICODoubleUS$ 331
ECONOMICODoubleUS$ 331
ECONOMICODoubleUS$ 331
PRIMERADoubleUS$ 331

Tip: Book early in dry season (Apr–Oct) for best availability.

Peru Grand Travel · Cusco, Peru · Region PE-CUS

What to Bring

What to Bring

Pack layers — Andean days can be warm and nights cool.

  • Passport with at least 6 months validity
  • Light daypack
  • Refillable water bottle
  • Toilet paper
  • Sunscreen
  • Repellent
  • Sunglasses
  • Clothing for hot and cold weather conditions
  • Sunhat
  • Rain gear or poncho
  • Long — sleeved shirts, (due to there being mosquitos in Machu Picchu)
  • Walking shoes/boots
  • Camera
  • Extra memory stick and additional batteries
  • Personal medications (for headaches, anti — inflammatory´s etc).
  • Extra Cash in soles and small denominations if possible

Peru Grand Travel · Cusco, Peru · Region PE-CUS

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