Machu Picchu in Cusco 2 Days 1 Night - Basic
5.0
·195 reviews
·Duration: 2 days - 1 night
Description
Machu Picchu's majestic citadel is the ultimate expression of Inca ingenuity. Built with daring mastery on the most challenging terrain, this architectural gem is renowned worldwide not only for its imposing ruins but also for its dramatic location, perched above a sheer drop where the powerful waters of the Urubamba River roar below.
| Description | Duration | Schedule time |
|---|---|---|
| From Cusco: Pick-Up from Your Hotel or Airbnb | 48 hours | 10:00 am - 22:00 pm |
Max. Altitude
2,490 m.a.s.l.
Group
1 people-15 Max
Activity Level
Easy
Accommodation
Basic Hotel
Note
Last-Minute Reservations (Less Than 6 Weeks Before Tour Date): If you book a tour to Machu Picchu within 4 weeks of your departure, we may need to adjust the itinerary to help secure your entry to the ruins. We strongly recommend booking your Machu Picchu tour well in advance (over 3 months ahead) to avoid these complications. Since tickets to Machu Picchu sell out quickly, authorities are now releasing a limited number of tickets at the Aguas Calientes ticket office for the following day. To obtain one of these last-minute tickets, there is a waiting system in Aguas Calientes. We will assist all last-minute bookings with this process. Typically, the expected circuits are Circuit 1 or 2, but this is not guaranteed. There is a small risk that Circuit 1 and 2 will sell out, in which case the traveler would need to pay an additional 48 soles for a Circuit 3 or 4 ticket. We cannot influence this in advance, as it depends on availability and the queue on the day. When booking, please select your correct tour option. We offer 3 tour services: Budget, Standard, and Premium. Each specializes in different services and inclusions.
Tour Plan
- Hotel Pickup: We will start the tour at 10:00 AM, picking you up from your hotel. Please make sure to be ready on time so you don’t miss out on this exciting adventure.
- Transfer from Cusco to Ollantaytambo: You will enjoy a scenic journey of approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes in a tourist vehicle. During the ride, you’ll have the chance to admire the stunning Sacred Valley of the Incas, known for its natural beauty and rich history. Be sure to have your camera ready, as you’ll have opportunities to capture unforgettable landscapes.
- Train Journey from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes: At 12:58 PM, we will board the train to Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu Pueblo). This 2-hour journey will take you through spectacular Andean scenery, where you can enjoy views of majestic mountains and the Urubamba River. The train experience is comfortable, allowing you to relax as you get closer to one of the wonders of the world.
- Accommodation: Upon arriving in Aguas Calientes, you will be transferred to your reserved hotel, where you will spend the night. Your accommodation has been selected to ensure a comfortable stay, allowing you to rest and prepare for the exciting visit to Machu Picchu the following day.
- Optional Activity: Enjoy a relaxing afternoon at the hot springs in Aguas Calientes, perfect for unwinding before the big visit to Machu Picchu. Soak in the natural thermal waters that provide a tranquil atmosphere, ideal for relieving the fatigue of your journey and rejuvenating your body and mind before the exploration ahead.
- Hike or Bus to Machu Picchu: Early in the morning, you will begin the hike from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu, following the stone steps with your fellow travelers. Depending on your physical condition, you also have the option to take a bus according to your entry schedule.
- Guided Tour of Machu Picchu: Once you have entered the sacred site of Machu Picchu, our guide will conduct a 2-hour tour. You will see the Main Square, the Circular Tower, the Sacred Solar Clock, and the Royal Rooms, among other points of interest. After the tour, you will have free time to explore, take photographs, or simply walk around the Machu Picchu sanctuary.
- Return to Cusco: At the end of the day, in the afternoon, you will take the train from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo and then continue by bus to Cusco.
Note: You must email us a scanned copy or a photograph of your passport immediately after booking your tour. This is to enable the purchase of your entry ticket to Machu Picchu. It must be the passport you will use to enter Machu Picchu. This is a requirement when booking any tour to Machu Picchu with any operator.
Note: If you are staying in a different location than the one you selected as your pickup point, it is explicitly your responsibility to be at the main entrance of the selected hotel or hostel during the pickup time window on the date of your tour. You should be in a visible and easy-to-see location for the operator and be alert to their vehicle/guide when they come to pick you up for the tour.
Per person
Includes taxes, fees, and charges
-7%Please review our policies for changes, cancellations, and information. For further details, please contact us.
What's included?
Include
- Pickup from your hotel in the city of Cusco
- Expedition/Voyager Train Ollantaytambo-Aguas Calientes and vice versa
- Bus Ollantaytambo - Cusco and vice versa
- 1 night in a basic hotel - shared private rooms (double or triple)
- Basic breakfast at the hotel
- Entry ticket to Machu Picchu
- Bilingual tour guide (Spanish - English)
No include
- Bus up and down Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu - Possible to add to your reservation for $24.
- Meals not mentioned
- Entry to Machu Picchu Mountain - Possible to add to your reservation for an additional $60. Subject to availability.
- Entry to Huayna Picchu Mountain - Possible to add to your reservation for an additional $60. Subject to availability.
- Travel insurance
You Need to Bring
- 2-day backpack
- Sunscreen
- Insect repellent
- Sunglasses
- Warm clothing
- Comfortable footwear
- Water bottle
- Raincoat/waterproof poncho
- Swimwear and towel (for the
hot springs in Aguas Calientes) - Medication to prevent
altitude sickness (if you deem it necessary) - Passport
Experiences
- Discover the maximum inca work from Peru
- Enjoy the stormy waters of the Urubamba river run
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Frequently asked questions
At Haku Travel, we understand how important it is to capture memorable moments during your visit. We will do everything possible to confirm your reservation with the best available circuit so that you can take the classic photo with the majestic citadel in the background.
Yes, it is possible. If you have already purchased your ticket, contact us before booking, and we will explain how to arrange the tour without including it. Just make sure your ticket time is compatible with the tour itinerary.
Yes, we offer various discounts depending on the services you have already reserved. If you want to personalize the tour, don’t hesitate to contact us.
It is important to book in advance to secure the best schedules, especially during high season: Easter, June to September, and Christmas. For entry to Huayna Picchu, we suggest booking more than 3 months in advance, as only 400 tickets are available daily, and they sell out quickly.
Machu Picchu can be visited year-round. However, the dry season from June to September reduces the risk of rain, although it coincides with the peak tourist season.
No, the tour has never been canceled due to weather conditions. The section between Ollantaytambo and Aguas Calientes is done by train, so road closures do not affect the journey.
Two companies operate the route: Inca Rail and Peru Rail. Both offer tourist trains that travel at low speeds to enjoy the scenery. The most common categories are:
- Expedition/Voyager:
Standard train with all the necessary comforts. - Vistadome/360: Superior
category with panoramic windows on the roof.
Yes, students under 25 years old with a valid student ID receive a $20
USD discount.
Yes, you can add an additional night in Aguas Calientes and adjust your return transport to Cusco according to your preferences. Just select the additional accommodation when making your reservation.
We offer pickup from your accommodation, as long as it is in the historic center of Cusco. If the street is inaccessible to the minibus, the coordinator will accompany you from your accommodation to the nearest pickup point. If your hotel is outside the center, we will offer you an accessible meeting point.
Due to the high demand for tickets to the Citadel, we cannot guarantee the exact circuit and time of your ticket. We will confirm your reservation with the ticket that is available at that time.
There are two companies that operate the route between Ollantaytambo and Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu town): Inca Rail and Peru Rail. Their trains are touristic, since they run at low speed to be able to appreciate the landscape during the one and a half hour journey. They mainly offer 2 categories. The standard category, called Expedition or Voayager and the higher category called 360 or Vistadome. In case you want a more luxurious category or to personalize your tour
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