Cusco Essentials 2 Days
Tour de 2 Days | Price from $ 370 USD per person
2 Days / 1 Night
18 pax
easy
4,200m
Overview
Complete package: Day 1 Cusco City Tour (Main Square, Cathedral, Qorikancha, Sacsayhuamán, Q'enqo, Puka Pukara, Tambomachay) + Day 2 Machu Picchu Magic with train and guide.
Discover Cusco and Machu Picchu: A 2-Day Adventure
Embark on an exceptional journey with our Exclusive Tour of Cusco and Machu Picchu, a two-day experience that immerses you in the history and architectural wonders of the Inca Empire. From the vibrant city of Cusco to the majestic Machu Picchu.
Day 1: Heart of Cusco
Explore the Main Square and Cathedral, jewels of the colonial and Inca fusion. Marvel at Qorikancha, the iconic Temple of the Sun. Discover Sacsayhuamán and other archaeological sites, witnesses of an advanced civilization.
Day 2: Magic of Machu Picchu
Admire Inca engineering at the Temple of the Sun and Temple of the Condor. Connect with ancestral energy at sacred places like the Sacred Rock. Be amazed by the natural beauty and recharge your energy in this unique setting.
With Ready to Travel Peru enjoy personalized attention in our 2-day, 1-night package, designed to immerse you in the charm of these ancestral lands.
Experience Highlights
Itinerary at a Glance
Airport / Hotel Pick-Up
According to your arrival time
Welcome to Cusco! Upon arrival, you will be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel. The day is planned to allow time to adjust to the altitude and enjoy the Cusco City Tour according to your selected departure time.
Cusco City Tour
Departure: 8:00 AM or 12:00 PM
We will pick you up from your hotel to explore Cusco’s most important historical and archaeological sites.
Plaza de Armas of Cusco (Huacaypata)
Discover the historic heart of Cusco and learn about its importance from the Inca era to the present day.
Cusco Cathedral
Visit one of the city’s most important religious landmarks and admire its colonial architecture and impressive collection of artwork.
Qorikancha – Temple of the Sun
xplore one of the most important religious centers of the Inca Empire and discover the fascinating blend of Inca and Spanish architecture.
Sacsayhuamán
Admire the impressive stone walls of this remarkable archaeological complex and learn about its ceremonial significance.
Q'enqo
Explore this ancient ceremonial site and its fascinating rock-carved structures.
Puka Pukara – Red Fortress
Visit this strategically located archaeological site, which once played an important role along the route to the Antisuyo.
Tambomachay – Inca Baths
End the tour at this ceremonial site dedicated to the worship of water, known for its impressive fountains and Inca water channels.
Hotel Pick-Up for Machu Picchu
According to train and Machu Picchu entry times
Early in the morning, we will pick you up from your hotel and begin our journey to Machu Picchu, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.
Cusco – Ollantaytambo Train Station
Approx. 2 hours
Travel by tourist transportation from Cusco to the train station in Ollantaytambo.
Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes
According to your train schedule
Board the Expedition or Vistadome train, according to your selected service. Enjoy the beautiful landscapes of the Sacred Valley and the Andes along the way.
Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu
Upon arrival in Aguas Calientes, take the tourist bus to the entrance of Machu Picchu, where your guide will be waiting for you.
Guided Tour of Machu Picchu
Approx. 2 hours
Explore the Inca citadel with a professional guide and discover its most important areas and ceremonial sites, according to your assigned entry circuit.
Free Time for Photos
After the guided tour, enjoy some free time to take photos and appreciate the incredible scenery, according to the rules and conditions of your assigned circuit.
Machu Picchu – Aguas Calientes
Take the bus back to Aguas Calientes, where you will have free time to have lunch and explore the town.
Aguas Calientes – Ollantaytambo – Cusco
In the afternoon, board your return train to Ollantaytambo. Upon arrival, our tourist transportation will take you back to Cusco and drop you off at your hotel.
What Is Included?
Included
- Pre-trip consultation: Personalized information and assistance about your Cusco City Tour + Machu Picchu 2 Days / 1 Night program, including answers to any questions you may have.
- Airport – hotel – airport transfers.
- Hotel pick-up: Transportation for all tours included in the itinerary.
- Entrance tickets: Admission to the attractions included in the Cusco City Tour and Machu Picchu, according to the itinerary and selected circuit.
- Round-trip train to Machu Picchu: Expedition or Vistadome service, according to your preference and availability.
- Bus tickets: Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Aguas Calientes.
- Professional bilingual tour guide: Spanish and English.
- Tourist transportation: Transportation for all visits and activities included in the itinerary.
- Travel assistance: Personalized assistance before and throughout your trip.
Not Included
- Lunch in Aguas Calientes.
- Accommodation.
- Meals not specified in the itinerary.
- Personal expenses and tips.
- Additional services not specified in the itinerary.
Before You Go
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Pricing
2026 Tour Price
Shared Service
National
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Private Service
Private Service
Minimum 2 people
Todo Incluido
for 2 people
Prices are in US dollars (USD). Prices may vary by season and availability.
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