English and Spanish-speaking guide
Small-group tour (up to 15 participants)
This tour is non-refundable
Pickup included
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Explore the Sacred Valley of the Incas and Machu Picchu on this popular two-day journey led by a certified guide. You will explore impressive terraces and monoliths at Ollantaytambo, shop at the Pisac craft market, and marvel at the incredible ceremonial structures of Machu Picchu. The tour handles all complex logistics, including round-trip train and bus tickets, accommodation, and professional guiding.
Highlights:
- Enjoy a fully organized Machu Picchu 2-day tour from Cusco that includes all required transport, tickets, and accommodation.
- Travel between Cusco and Aguas Calientes via scenic train (Tourist or Panoramic Class, based on your choice).
- Explore the major sites of the Sacred Valley: Pisac ruins, Pisac market, Urubamba, and Ollantaytambo.
- Receive a full guided tour of Machu Picchu by a certified professional, exploring terraces and ceremonial structures.
- Accommodation in Aguas Calientes (standard or superior) and a full lunch on Day 2 are included in the package.
About this tour:
Maximize your adventure and minimize your stress with this all-inclusive Machu Picchu tour from Cusco for 2 days, which perfectly combines the stunning Sacred Valley of the Incas with an unforgettable guided visit to the Lost City. This popular 2-day Machu Picchu tour from Cusco handles all ground and rail transport, accommodation, and entrance tickets, allowing you to immerse yourself in the majesty of the Inca legacy.
Day 1: Sacred Valley Wonders and Train to Aguas Calientes. Your journey begins with an early morning hotel pickup in Cusco, immediately heading into the beautiful Sacred Valley. The first stop is the archaeological site of Pisac, where you will discover impressive stone walls, agricultural terraces, and complex irrigation systems. Afterward, you will explore the nearby Craft Market of Pisac for artisan ceramics, textiles, and alpaca products.
Continuing through the Sacred Valley, you will reach Urubamba, where you have time to purchase lunch featuring traditional Peruvian dishes. The afternoon is dedicated to exploring the magnificent Inca Citadel at Ollantaytambo, where you will learn about ancient stonecarving techniques and admire its temples, terraces, and monoliths. The day concludes with a scenic train ride (Tourist or Panoramic, based on your choice) from Ollantaytambo station to Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu Pueblo), followed by check-in at your selected standard or superior accommodation.
Day 2: Machu Picchu Exploration and Return to Cusco. Start your second day early by taking the Consettur bus up the mountain, admiring the view of the Urubamba River canyon as you ascend to the Machu Picchu Sanctuary. Your certified guide will lead you on an unprecedented guided tour, where you will explore incredible terraces, stairways, and ceremonial structures while learning the fascinating history of the Lost City of the Incas.
After the exploration, you will take the bus back down to Aguas Calientes, where a full lunch is included. In the afternoon, you will begin your return journey, hopping back on the train to Ollantaytambo, where pre-arranged transportation will be waiting to drive you back to Cusco. Your comprehensive Machu Picchu 2-day tour from Cusco concludes with hotel drop-off in the evening. Please note that the entrance tickets for Pisac and Ollantaytambo are not included in the tour price.
Included:
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- The tour of the Sacred Valley in Spanish and English
- The tour of Machu Picchu in Spanish and English
- Entrance ticket to Machu Picchu
- Round-trip train tickets (Tourist/Panoramic, based on your choice)
- Round-trip bus ticket from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu
- Certified Guide
- Accommodation (if selected) according to the chosen category
- Lunch in Aguas Calientes
- 24-hour support
Essential Information:
- Cancellation Policy: This activity is non-refundable. (Note: If cancellation occurs, the entrance ticket amount cannot be refunded).
- Exclusions: Entrance to Sacred Valley sites (Pisac and Ollantaytambo), which is approximately $22 USD. Lunch on Day 1 in the Sacred Valley, drinks, and tips.
- Logistics: Pickup is from your accommodation in the historic center of Cusco. Pickup times depend on the confirmed train schedule and will be communicated a couple of days before departure.
- What to Bring: Passport or ID card.
- Not Allowed: Luggage or large bags.
Activity provider: Peru Andes Top
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this Machu Picchu tour from Cusco for 2 days includes?
The package is all-inclusive of logistics, covering hotel pickup and drop-off, all ground and rail transport (including round-trip train tickets according to your chosen category and round-trip bus tickets to the citadel). It includes the entrance ticket to Machu Picchu, guiding for both the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu in Spanish/English, 24-hour support, and lunch in Aguas Calientes on Day 2. Accommodation for one night is also included if a package with a hotel is selected.
What is not covered by the tour price?
The price excludes entrance tickets to the Sacred Valley sites (Pisac and Ollantaytambo), which are approximately $22 USD. Lunch on Day 1 (in Urubamba), drinks, and tips are also not included.
What types of packages are available?
The tour offers six packages based on your choice of train service and accommodation category, all of which include Machu Picchu entrance, guiding, and round-trip transport:
- Tourist Train without Hotel: Includes round-trip Tourist Train tickets and lunch on Day 2.
- Panoramic Train without Hotel: Includes round-trip Panoramic Train tickets and lunch on Day 2.
- Tourist Train with Standard Hotel: Includes round-trip Tourist Train tickets, a standard category hotel, and lunch on Day 2.
- Panoramic Train with Standard Hotel: Includes round-trip Panoramic Train tickets, a standard category hotel, and lunch on Day 2.
- Tourist Train with Superior Hotel: Includes round-trip Tourist Train tickets, a superior category hotel, and lunch on Day 2.
- Panoramic Train with Superior Hotel: Includes round-trip Panoramic Train tickets, a superior category hotel, and lunch on Day 2.
What should I bring for this tour?
You must bring your Passport or ID card, as it is required for all tickets and site entry. You should also bring cash for excluded expenses (like the Sacred Valley site tickets and lunch on Day 1). Note that luggage or large bags are not allowed on the train portion of the journey.
What should I know before I go on this 2-day Machu Picchu tour from Cusco?
This activity is non-refundable. If you must cancel, the portion corresponding to the Machu Picchu entrance ticket cannot be refunded. Pickup times depend on the confirmed train schedule and will be communicated a couple of days before departure.
What is not allowed on this tour?
You are strictly prohibited from bringing luggage or large bags on the train. You must limit yourself to a daypack or a small carry-on bag for the overnight stay.
What will I experience during this Machu Picchu 2-day tour from Cusco?
Day 1 is dedicated to the Sacred Valley, starting with the archaeological site and craft market of Pisac. You will then travel to Urubamba for lunch before exploring the magnificent Inca Citadel at Ollantaytambo, admiring its massive terraces and monoliths. The day concludes with a scenic train ride to Aguas Calientes and check-in to your accommodation.
Day 2 begins early with a bus ascent to the Machu Picchu Sanctuary. Your certified guide will lead an unforgettable guided tour, exploring the terraces, stairways, and ceremonial structures while revealing the fascinating history of the Lost City. After a full included lunch in Aguas Calientes, you will begin your return journey via train and pre-arranged transfer back to Cusco.