Machu Picchu 2-Day Tour in Cusco
Why we love it?
The Machu Picchu 2-Day Tour in Cusco offers travelers an immersive experience exploring one of the most iconic archaeological sites in the world. The tour begins with a scenic train journey from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes, followed by a guided visit to Machu Picchu on the second day. This tour is ideal for history enthusiasts, nature lovers, and those seeking a quick yet enriching escape into the heart of the Andes. Its distinctive features include the combination of train travel and a guided exploration of Machu Picchu, ensuring participants gain both transportation convenience and in-depth insights into the cultural significance of this UNESCO World Heritage site.
Inclusions
- Round trip ticket Train Expedition
- Bus Up / Down to the entrance of Machu Picchu
- Transfer from Ollantaytambo Train Station to Cusco hotel
Exclusions
- Entrance to Huayna Picchu
- Transfer from your hotel to the train station in Ollantaytambo on day 1
Itinerary
Day 1 DAY 1 Ollantaytambo - Aguas Calientes
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At the arrange time, you will depart from the train station of Ollantaytambo, towards the town of Aguas Calientes, where our staff will assist you until the hotel. Later, you will have a short briefing with the guide, in order to prepare your visit to the one of the Seven Wonders of the World.
Located in the province of Urubamba in the Sacred Valley of the Incas, Machu Picchu is within an intangible zone of the National System of Protected Areas of the State. The Machu Picchu altitude is 2438 M.A.S.L., and the weather is warm and humid during the day, and cool during the night. This magic place has forests with native trees such as cedar, and has more than 400 species of Orchids, and other flowers as begonias. Amazing wildlife like The Gallito de las Rocas, the national bird of Peru, lives in this area.
Accommodation in Aguas Calientes on your own.
Day 2 DAY 2 Machu Picchu - Cusco
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Early in the morning, you will board the bus to go up the winding road to Machu Picchu, amid a spectacular view of the Urubamba River and its canyon. The Lost City of the Incas, Machu Picchu, which means “Old Mountain”, will astonish us with its terraces, ceremonial shrines, steps and urban areas. Energy is all around us.
This archaeological complex is divided by two areas: the first one is the agriculture zone with terraces and platforms, and the other one is the urban zone where the main civil and religious activities were developed. The Inca Empire emerged from the Peruvian highlands in the early thirteenth century, and culminates with the death of Inca Atahualpa in 1533.
The Citadel of Machu Picchu was built in 1450 A.D. under the dominion of Inca Pachacutec, and it was an important urban and religious center for the Incan Empire, the biggest civilization during pre-Columbian era. The population was mainly dedicated to agriculture, and they built platforms in order to cultivate their food.
After a guided visit, you will have time enough to stay for more time or take the bus to back to Aguas Calientes Town, and have lunch (Optional).
At the arranged time, we will return to Cusco from Ollantaytambo train station by tourist bus, and drop you off at your hotel located in the city of Cusco.
Please Note
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not stroller accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- No public transportation nearby
- Infant seats unavailable
- Not recommended for people with heart conditions
- Trains time varies depending on their availability and season
- The guided tour lasts around 2.5 hrs
- If you have any question, do not hesitate to contact us.
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- EMERGENCY MOBILE: ([ ] (After office hours)
Know Before You Go
- Infants must sit on laps
- Passport required
