About this experience
Experience Machu Picchu on an affordable and adventurous 2-day minivan tour from Cusco. Travel with a small group to Hidroelectrica, then hike through the jungle to Aguas Calientes. Spend the night in a local hotel and wake up early to enjoy the sunrise over the iconic Inca citadel.
• Visit a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.
• Enjoy free time to explore Machu Picchu at your own pace.
• Includes hotel, select meals, and Machu Picchu entrance ticket.
• Small groups for a more personalized experience.
Please note that Machu Picchu tickets are regulated by the Peruvian government and have limited availability worldwide. We recommend booking at least 3 months in advance. For last-minute reservations, extra days may be required to request tickets in person in Aguas Calientes. We will always do our best to help you visit Machu Picchu, especially with flexible schedules.
At a glance
- Duration: 48 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 48 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Local guides to help you plan
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What is included
- Private transportation
- Lunch
- All Fees and Taxes
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- Machupicchu entrance for booking with 2 moths in advance, if not contact us, we have more options)
- Pick up from your hotel in Cusco
- BILINGUAL GUIDE(Spanish - English)for booking with 2 moths in advance, otherwise you need it private
- Hostel night and meals
Not included
- Bus down from Machupicchu to Aguas Calientes (every body walk)
- Bus Up from Aguas calientes to Machupicchu (Everybody walk)
- Brekafast first day, Lunch and Dinner the last day
Itinerary and highlights
See the overview, available options and booking details for the experience schedule.
Meeting and pickup information
- 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.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Mega Expeditions
Accessibility and practical details
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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