Machu Picchu 2 Day Tour

Our Machu Picchu 2 Day Tour gives you the opportunity to visit Machu Picchu twice and spend the most amount of time to explore the ruins. The Machu Picchu 2 Day Tour begins by being picked up from your hotel at 5:30 am by our guides to make the early train to Aguas Calientes from the new train terminal in Poroy, about 20 minutes from Cusco.

There are three different rates for the Machu Picchu 2 Day Tour depending on the 3 different trains that take you to and from Machu Picchu Town (round trip), the Expedition, Vistadome and Hiram Bingham Trains. You can view the pricing by clicking the pricing tab above. Expedition Trains are basic. Vistadome Trains are more comfortable, they have on board snacks and entertainment. Hiram Bingham includes full meals as well as entertainment in the best train cabins as well as on board bar.

Regardless of train class the route to Machu Picchu is one of the most beautiful in the world. You begin in the Sacred Valley of the Incas and make your way through to the high jungle passes of the Andes, you are surrounded by beautiful flora and incredible scenery.

The train ride lasts approximately 4 hours, arriving at Aguas Calientes around 10:30am. After disembarking you accompany your guide to the bus terminal where you wind your way up to the entrance of Machu Picchu, along the way you will catch incredible views of the surrounding mountains including Putucusi. Arriving at the entrance your guide will begin his detailed tour of the site which will last approximately 2 hours, here you will appreciate the ruins as the story of its abandonment and rediscovery help bring the citadel to life. 

After the two hour tour of the ruins you have free time to take pictures and explore the ruins further before descending to Aguas Calientes to check in at your hotel, afterwards you have time for Lunch (not included) and shopping or you could take a dip in the hot springs to rest your body from the days hike.

You have the evening free in Aguas Calientes where you can enjoy the cuisine and night life. ​

In the morning you awake to have breakfast at your hotel before taking the bus up to the ruins of Machu Picchu to visit for a 2nd day. Today you have your Huayna Picchu admission included (subject to availability) where you will have the opportunity to hike up to get a birds eye view of Machu Picchu. Should Huayna Picchu be sold out (needs to be booked 2 months or more in advance) then Machu Picchu Mountain hike will be hiked in its place for similar overhead views.

You have the late morning and afternoon free to explore Machu Picchu before descending back to Aguas Calientes. Here you will pick up your belongings from your hotel and await your return train back to Cusco.

This tour includes the Expedition train back to Cusco, which departs at 4:43 PM and arrives at 8:43 PM at Poroy Station, where our driver will be waiting to transfer you to your hotel or to Cusco’s main square. You can also upgrade to the Vistadome train, which departs at the same time (4:43 PM) and includes panoramic windows and onboard snacks. For a luxury experience, the Hiram Bingham train is also available, departing at 5:50 PM and arriving around 9:50 PM at Poroy, with gourmet dinner, live music, and exclusive service. Please let us know your preference on our reservation form. You can choose your train type for either leg of your journey to suit your schedule. Your Machu Picchu 2 Day Tour concludes as you arrive back in Cusco.

Important: You must book at least 90 days before your travel date to find tickets for Machu Picchu during the hours offered by Hiram Bingham.

Note: During the rainy season (January to April), round-trip travel between Cusco and Machu Picchu operates via a Bimodal Service: Bus + Train. From Cusco, you travel by bus to Ollantaytambo, then take the train to Aguas Calientes, and the same for the return. This ensures a safe and comfortable journey while enjoying the breathtaking Andean landscapes.