2 Day Train Tour to Machu Picchu | Machu Picchu 2 day tours from Cusco

2 Day Train Tour to Machu Picchu Highlights:

2 Day Machu Picchu tour from Cusco is one of our signature tours. Accompanied by a local English speaking tour guide, you will get a deeper insight to the life and culture of Incas. 

We offer train tickets on the expedition train. If you wish to travel by vistadome train which offers a panoramic view, do let us know as it requires booking months in advance.

2 Day Machu Picchu tour Information:

• Tour Type: Sightseeing and History
• Good For: Families and those looking for a comfortable option
• Tour Difficulty: Easy

DAY 1: Cusco – Aguas Calientes

We will be picking you up early in the morning from your hotel in Cusco. Then in our private transport, we will be driving you through the Sacred Valley of Incas to Ollantaytambo. Here you will be boarding the train to Aguas Calientes.

The train journey is picturesque. You will be travelling along the course of the Urubamba river. On this three hours train ride, you will be witnessing the dramatic change in landscape as you will be reaching the Cloud forest from the Andes.

On reaching Aguas Calientes, we will escort you to your three star hotel. In the evening, you can visit the hot springs here. 

Later that evening, our local guide will be visiting you at the hotel and will be briefing you on the following day’s itinerary. 

Day 2: Machu Picchu – Cusco

Quite early in the morning, you will be boarding the bus from Aguas Calientes to the Inca citadel. It is a 25 minutes journey up the hill. On reaching the entrance of Machu Picchu, our guide will be meeting you and will assist you in clearing the control and entering the citadel. 

Machu Picchu Tour:

Here we will give you a two hours guided tour of Machu Picchu citadel. After the tour, you will have some free time to walk around the citadel. If you have booked in advance to hike to Huayna Picchu Mountain or Machu Picchu mountain, our guide will be directing you to the respective entrance. 

Alternatively, you can hike to the Sungate. It is free and takes 2 hours to hike back and forth from the citadel. Those on the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu enter the citadel through the Sungate. It offers a spectacular view of the citadel. 

After exploring Machu Picchu, you will be taking a bus back down to Aguas Calientes. Here you will be boarding the train back to Ollantaytambo. 

Once in Ollantaytambo, our representative will be meeting you and will be driving you back to your hotel in Cusco. 

What is Included:

• Trip briefing.
• Bilingual guide (English-Spanish).
• Transport from Cusco to Ollantaytambo and back
• Train from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes and back
• Bus from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu and back
• 01 Night’s accommodation in Aguas Calientes
• 01 Breakfast (second day)
• Entrance to Machu Picchu
• 02 Hours guided tour of Machu Picchu
• First-aid kit and oxygen.
• Samex tours Peru uses walkie talkies.

Service not Included:

• Domestic flights. (we can book for you)
• Meals
• Entrance to hot springs
• Travel Insurance.
• Entrance fee: Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain $70. per person
• Walking Pole set: $20.

We recommend that you bring:

• Original passport and (University, College valid student card if applicable).
• Trekking poles with rubber tips. (metal tips are not allowed on the trail).
• 2 litre water bottle, (disposable plastic bottles are forbidden).
• Extra money for drinks en route, Machu Picchu and Aguas Calientes.
• Tips for (porters, cooks and guides. ($50-60) It is a tradition. Not mandatory.
• Emergency money at least 300 soles. Total per person ($150 -$180) Approximately.

RECOMMENDED ACCOMMODATIONS

Our staff hand picks the best hotels in the country to ensure you experience utmost comfort and character.

Feel free to browse our recommendations and let us know if you’d like to incorporate a specific property in your customized journey!

PRICE IN REFERENCE

This example tour has costs beginning at US $  per person, based on two sharing accommodations. If more will travel in your private party, it will benefit you as the cost “per person” will reduce.
Prices are based on final accommodation choices, travel dates and other details within your tour, which are flexible to your individual interests and desires.
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