Machu Picchu Tour 2 days 1 night

Itinerary

The following itinerary details the progression of the journey. Exact train and ticket times depend on availability at the time of booking.

Day 1: Journey through the Sacred Valley and arrival in Aguas Calientes

• Transfer by vehicle from your hotel in Cusco to your selected train station (usually Ollantaytambo or Poroy).
• Travel on a scenic train through breathtaking landscapes that mark the transition between the Andes Mountains and the dense cloud forest.
• Arrival at Aguas Calientes station (Machu Picchu Pueblo), where our representative will assist you in transferring to your hotel.
• Free afternoon to explore the picturesque town, visit the artisan market, sample the local cuisine, or relax in the hot springs.
• In the evening, your guide will visit you at your hotel for a brief orientation and to finalize the details of the following day’s tour.

Día 2: Exploración de la ciudadela y retorno a Cusco

• Enjoy an early breakfast at the hotel to make the most of the morning.
• Transfer to the bus station for the thirty-minute ascent along the winding road to the entrance of the archaeological complex.
• Enter the citadel and embark on a comprehensive guided tour lasting approximately two and a half hours. You will explore strategic sectors, royal enclosures, agricultural areas, and key ceremonial sites.
• After the tour, descend by bus to the town of Aguas Calientes.
• Free time to enjoy a leisurely lunch.
• Meet at the train station to board the train back to Ollantaytambo or Poroy.
• Reception at the destination station and private or shared transfer back to your hotel in Cusco.

Includes

• Round-trip ground transportation from the hotel to the train station.
• Round-trip train tickets in tourist class.
• One night’s accommodation at a selected hotel in Aguas Calientes.
• Breakfast at the hotel on the morning of the second day.
• Round-trip tickets for the eco-friendly bus between Aguas Calientes and the Inca citadel.
• Official entrance ticket to the Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu.
• Professional bilingual tour guide (Spanish and English) for the archaeological tour.
• Pre-visit briefing the evening before the tour.

Not Include

• Lunch and dinner during the tour.
• Entrance to the hot springs in Aguas Calientes.
• Access tickets for additional hikes (Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain), which must be booked months in advance.
• Personal expenses, bottled beverages, or souvenir purchases.
• Tips for services rendered.
• Travel insurance.

Recommendations

• Carry your original passport or valid ID at all times; it is a strict and essential requirement for boarding trains, checking into your hotel, and entering the archaeological site.
• Pack light. Railway company regulations only allow one backpack or carry-on bag weighing no more than 5 kg (11 lbs). The rest of your luggage can be stored at your hotel in Cusco.
• Pack a swimsuit and sandals in your small backpack if you plan to visit the hot springs during your free afternoon.
• Dress in layers for your visit to the citadel. The morning weather is usually cool or humid, but the temperature rises as the day progresses.
• Wear trekking shoes or closed, non-slip footwear, as well as adequate sun protection (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen) and insect repellent.

Additional Information

• Difficulty: Moderate. The archaeological exploration involves walking on uneven surfaces, stone steps, and dirt paths. The pace is relaxed thanks to the overnight stay.
• Climate: Subtropical highland climate. It alternates between bright sunshine and sporadic rain, with a distinct dry season from May to October and a rainy season from November to April.
• Altitude: Aguas Calientes is located at 2,040 meters above sea level (m.a.s.l.), and the citadel at 2,430 m.a.s.l. Since these altitudes are lower than the city of Cusco (3,399 m.a.s.l.), the risk of altitude sickness is minimal.
• Recommended Age: Suitable for the whole family. The two-day schedule makes it especially convenient for seniors and families with children.
• Reference times: Exact travel itineraries are defined at the time of confirming train reservations and entry times stipulated by the Ministry of Culture.