2 Day Machu Picchu Adventure from Cusco by Minivan

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2 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

Discover Machu Picchu on a budget-friendly 2-day adventure from Cusco. Travel by minivan to Hidroeléctrica, then hike through the jungle to Aguas Calientes. Spend the night in a local hotel before exploring the iconic Inca citadel.

* Machu Picchu entrance included
* Accommodation and selected meals
* Small-group experience
* Free time to explore Machu Picchu

Important notes: Tickets are limited and regulated by the Peruvian Government. We recommend booking at least 3 months in advance. Last-minute bookings may require extra days in Aguas Calientes to obtain tickets in person.

What's Included

1 night of accommodation
Professional bilingual guide (English & Spanish)*
Hotel pick-up in Cusco
All applicable entrance fees and taxes
1 breakfast, 1 lunch, and 1 dinner
Machu Picchu entrance ticket*
Lunch
Dinner
Breakfast
Private transportation
Breakfast on the first day
Lunch and dinner on the last day
Bus transportation to and from Machu Picchu (the route is done on foot)
Tips and personal expenses

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Dear customer, you can send me the details of your hotel after the booking, once you get here in Cusco we will brief you about the tour at our office, then the pick up will be from your hotel and you can wait for us between 6:30 am to 7:00 am.

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Itinerary

Duration: 2 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Section Title SCENIC MINIVAN JOURNEY THROUGH THE ANDES & TREK TO AGUAS CALIENTES

    5 stops
  • Cusco (Pass by)

    Our transport will pick you up at 7:00 am from your hotel in Cusco.

  • 1
    Ollantaytambo

    Then we will start the trip towards the town of Ollantaytambo. Where we will have a brief stop for a period of 15 minutes, to appreciate the area or buy some crafts, snacks or use the W.C.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Then the trip continues to Abra Malaga, which is at an altitude of 4,316 meters, and where we will have a short stop to take photos of the impressive snowy Veronica.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    After, we will continue our trip to Hidroeléctrica (the last stop), where we will enjoy a delicious lunch. Next of a short break, the hiking starts from the hydroelectric station to the town of Aguas Calientes where our lodge is waiting for us.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Aguas Calientes

    Our lodge is waiting for us. the hiking takes around 2 hours and 30 minutes. In the afternoon around 6 pm we are going to enjoy a delicious dinner with the group. Finally, you will have free time to explore the town of Aguas Calientes or enjoy the Hot Spring in Aguas Calientes.

    8 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 2

    DISCOVER MACHU PICCHU & RETURN TO CUSCO

    3 stops
  • 5
    Aguas Calientes

    On the second day, the group will get up early at 4:00 am, in order to start the hiking to Machu Picchu where the guide will be waiting for you at the entrance, in order to see the beautiful sunrise in the Macchu Picchu ruins. This section of ascent to the citadel will take an approximate of 40 minutes.

    5 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Machu Picchu

    After enjoying this magical moment, the guide will give you a guided tour for an approximate of 2 hours, to illuminate you especially of the rich history of the ancient ruins. Then, after the tour, you will have time to explore the citadel by yourself. It is recommended to start the descent to Aguas Calientes at 11:00 am. so you can have time to enjoy your lunch, and then head to Hidroeléctrica, where we will start our return trip by bus until we reach San Francisco Plaza in the city of Cusco.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
  • Cusco (Pass by)

    We will arrive in the city of Cusco around 9:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Overnight Tours
Multi-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Walking Tours
Nature Walks
Adventure Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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