2-Day Trip to Machu Picchu without Tickets

Go on an unforgettable journey to one of the Seven Wonders of the World on this 2-day trip to Machu Picchu with a guide and transfers from Cusco to Aguas Calientes!

Description

Day 1: Cusco - Aguas Calientes

At the indicated time, we'll pick you up from your hotel in Cusco, followed by a short 2-hour drive to the Ollantaytambo train station. We'll board the train for a 1.5-hour journey to Aguas Calientes, enjoying scenic views along the way. Upon arrival at our hotel in Aguas Calientes, you can drop off your luggage and explore the surrounding area.

Day 2: Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu - Cusco

After breakfast, we'll take a bus to Machu Picchu for a 2.5-hour tour of key Incan sites, including the Sacred Plaza and the Temple of the Sun. You will have 30 minutes of free time to explore or hike Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu mountains. Finally, we’ll return to Aguas Calientes for lunch before the train back to Ollantaytambo, followed by a bus ride back to your hotel in Cusco.

Pickup

Pickup will be between 6 am and 9 am in hotels in the historic centre of Cusco. If not centrally located, meet outside the Cathedral in the Plaza de Armas. The exact pickup time will be confirmed prior to the activity.

Accommodation

Select from two categories that include breakfast:

Standard: 2-star hostel like Rock Rivers or similar.Superior: 3-star hotel like Hotel Hatún Inti Classic or similar.

Types of Train

The tour includes travel on panoramic trains. Options include economy class (Expedition or Voyager train) and first class (Vistadome or The 360º train).

Departure Stations & Duration

Outbound and return trains can depart from Poroy station (30 minutes from Cusco) or Ollantaytambo station (1.5 hours from Cusco) based on availability. During the rainy season (December to March), Poroy is closed, and travel will be by bus to Ollantaytambo. The duration of transfers varies by station.

Tickets to Huayna Picchu

Huayna Picchu mountain entrance is not included. If desired, indicate at the time of booking for a fee of 65USD per person.

Ticket to Machu Picchu Mountain

Entrance to Machu Picchu mountain is also not included. If interested, you can indicate this at booking for a fee of 65USD per person.

Important

In case of activity cancellation due to strikes or weather conditions, we will provide an alternative date. If rescheduling is not possible, a full refund will be issued.

2-Day Trip

This activity does not include tickets to the archaeological site, which must be purchased separately. Please adhere to the following schedules:

Regular Routes

Schedule: 6 am, 7 am, 8 am, 9 am, 10 am, 11 am.

Alternative Routes

Schedule: 6 am, 7 am, 8 am, 9 am, 10 am, 11 am.

Please check schedules closely; any discrepancies may incur additional costs. If alternative routes are sold out, remaining options will be provided at an additional guide fee.