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The 15 Two-Day Trips from Cusco We Would Book First

64 tours  ·  from $80 a head

A shortlist for a trip where every day counts: 15 two-day trips worth booking, with the price, the traveller verdict and the one thing to check before you pay.

From Cusco: 2-Day Trip to the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu - Pisac’s terraces, stonework, and market
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From Cusco: 2-Day Trip to the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu

1.2-Day Trip to the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 265 reviews · 2 days · from $370Our pick

Travel from Cusco through Pisac and Ollantaytambo, then take a scenic train to Aguas Calientes and visit Machu Picchu with a guide the next morning. The small group is capped at 15, and the package includes transport, entrance to Machu Picchu, and lunch in Aguas Calientes. Accommodation is included only with selected options.

“It was INCREDIBLE ! The organisation is very clear and the tour is very complete! Our guide for the sacred valley was Wally, he was so nice and happy to share his culture with us! He is a solar human being, full of joy ! The train ride to Machu Picchu was so beautiful .. Then on the second day we had the chance to be guided by Uriel, he was an history professor (and a photographer, for your photos it’s perfect ☺️). He is passionate and passionating !!! He shared with us many interesting informations about the machu picchu and we couldn’t wished for a better guide than him…”

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Cusco: Machu Picchu 2-Day Inca Trail with Panoramic Train - Train views and the Km 104 trailhead
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Cusco: Machu Picchu 2-Day Inca Trail with Panoramic Train

2.Machu Picchu 2-Day Inca Trail with Panoramic Train

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 260 reviews · 2 days · from $582

This two-day trip pairs the Inca Trail from Km 104 with visits to Chachabamba, Wiñaywayna, and Machu Picchu at sunset and again the next morning. A small group of up to 16 travels with an English- or Spanish-speaking guide, enjoys chef-prepared trail meals, sleeps in Aguas Calientes, and returns by Vistadome train.

“Our guides were literally the best! We couldn’t have asked for better! The only thing we would recommend to improve on. My husband and I train tickets were not seats next to eachother and the whole group was on different trains on the ride back. The bag drop off and transportation back to our hotels process could improve. There was a lot of waiting around and extra steps that seems could be done more streamlined and organized especially when participants are tired and ready to go back to their hotels. Thank you!!”

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From Cusco: 2-Day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu - The Hydroelectric walk to Aguas Calientes
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From Cusco: 2-Day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu

3.2-Day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 244 reviews · 2 days · from $290

Travel from Cusco to the Hydroelectric Station, walk about 2.5 hours to Aguas Calientes, and spend the night in a hostel. On day two, reach Machu Picchu on foot or by bus, then take a guided circuit visit and explore independently. At $290 per person, check carefully which train and guide options your chosen fare includes.

“Comfortable enough for a non-seasoned hiker, but still with enough challenge to feel like an achievement. Waking up in Aguas Calientes and entering the ruins early was one of the most powerful travel moments I’ve had.”

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Machu Picchu: Inca Trail 2-Day Overnight Guided Tour - From Cusco to KM 104 by train
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Machu Picchu: Inca Trail 2-Day Overnight Guided Tour

4.Inca Trail 2-Day Overnight Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 203 reviews · 2 days · from $585

This two-day trip pairs a guided hike from KM 104 with a night in a three-star Aguas Calientes hotel and an early visit to Machu Picchu. You pass Wiñay Wayna, reach the Sun Gate, and return for a two-hour tour on circuit 3. Guides such as Walter, Victor, Isao, and Alex have led departures, but names vary.

“The Inca trail hike was one of the highlights of our Peru trip - such a peaceful foresty hike with a great view on Machu Picchu at the end, and interesting facts shared by our guide Victor. The second day was spent only within Machu Picchu and offered plenty of time for more interesting stories about Incas as well as photos. The communication by Alcapa Expedition was amazing too, and they were always available if you needed something. Only thing I can think of to improve is that on the second day we got 4hrs in Aguas Caliente which is a bit long, would have been great to cut this…”

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Short Inca trail to MachuPicchu || 2days - 1nigth || - Day two: an early bus and a guided citadel visit
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Short Inca trail to MachuPicchu || 2days – 1nigth ||

5.Short Inca trail to MachuPicchu || 2days – 1nigth ||

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 103 reviews · from $670Top rated

This private two-day trip combines a roughly seven-hour hike from Inca Trail km 104 with a guided visit to Machu Picchu the next morning. You pass Wiñay Wayna and the Sun Gate, then travel by train and bus between Cusco, the trail and Aguas Calientes. A guide, transport, trail and site tickets, and some meals are included. You must arrange your own Aguas Calientes hotel.

“Great tour for Machu Picchu. Excellent tour guide Baleria. He was knowledgeable, friendly, and very helpful. Highly recommended”

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2-Day Machu Picchu Tour by train from Cusco ( All included ) - What $485 covers, and where extra costs may arise
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2-Day Machu Picchu Tour by train from Cusco ( All included )

6.2-Day Machu Picchu Tour by train from Cusco ( All included )

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 85 reviews · from $485

Travel from Cusco to Aguas Calientes by private vehicle and train, stay one night, then visit Machu Picchu with an English-speaking local guide. The $485 price includes transport, lodging, entry, and return buses. A recent group praised guide Luis and driver Gonzalo, though their assignment is not guaranteed.

“Excelente experiencia hicieron hasta lo imposible para acomodar nuestras necesidades muy complacidos éramos cuatro y todos estamos muy contentos, nuestro guía Luis super professional, muy amable y con mucho conocimiento. El conductor Gonzalo respetuoso, educado y muy profesional. Lo recomendamos 100%”

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Machu Picchu & Sacred Valley 2-Day Tour - Pisac Market: a quick taste of local trade
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Machu Picchu & Sacred Valley 2-Day Tour

7.Machu Picchu & Sacred Valley 2-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 82 reviews · 2 days (approx.) · from $679

Leave Cusco for a guided Sacred Valley day at Pisac and Ollantaytambo, then ride the train to Aguas Calientes for a hotel night. The next morning, visit Machu Picchu with a guide before returning to Cusco by train and transfer. The tour costs $679 per person, includes key tickets and some meals, and has a maximum group size of 16.

“The Viagen agents were very supportive and punctual. They texted you to update status of the tour and the plan before the trip and standby for inquiries. In Sacred Valley, i was put in a main Spanish speaking group but Franco the guide translated everything in Eng, only to me. Bus is comfortable- small leg rooms but manageable. Instruction are clear where to go next. For MachuPiccu, I got a private tour (as I book only one month in advance). I decided to start at6am and I got MachuPiccu view without other tourists!”

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From Cusco: Sacred Valley & Machu Picchu 2-Day Tour by Train - Ollantaytambo before the train
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From Cusco: Sacred Valley & Machu Picchu 2-Day Tour by Train

8.Sacred Valley & Machu Picchu 2-Day Tour by Train

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 79 reviews · 2 days · from $499

Spend two days crossing the Sacred Valley by minibus and train, with stops at a Chinchero weaving family, Moray’s Inca terraces, the Maras salt ponds and Ollantaytambo. The tour includes an overnight stay in Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu entry and guided visit, and hotel transfers. Guides such as Victor, Carlos and Martin have led recent departures.

“Well organised tour. Both of our tour guides were fully informed and spoke very good English. The driver was very attentive and the mini bus was clean and comfortable . Our hotel in Aguas Calientes was very good and with delicious breakfast. Our buffet lunch in the first day was very good with a huge variety.”

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Epic Machu Picchu 2-Day Adventure by Car with Overnight Stay - Who will enjoy this trip most?
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Epic Machu Picchu 2-Day Adventure by Car with Overnight Stay

9.Epic Machu Picchu 2-Day Adventure by Car with Overnight Stay

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 79 reviews · from $185Best value

Ride from Cusco to Hidroelectrica, hike about 3 to 3.5 hours beside the railway to Aguas Calientes, then spend the night before an early climb to Machu Picchu. The $185 tour includes a guide, entrance ticket, one night’s lodging, breakfast, and lunch. Jose and guide Edgar are names linked to the operator, but your team may differ.

“The tour Operator was extremely tentative throughout the changes in location since my Spanish was next to none. Guide Edgar for Machu Pichu was extremely informative and spoke excellent English. I highly recommend this Operator and thoRead more”

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2 Day - Inca Trail to Machu Picchu - Day 2: Early buses and a guided citadel visit
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2-Day Inca Trail To Machu Picchu

10.2-Day Inca Trail To Machu Picchu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 78 reviews · from $550

This two-day trip pairs a 16 km hike from Km 104 through cloud forest and Inca sites with a guided visit to Machu Picchu. You travel by train and bus from Cusco, with pickup offered. Guides on past departures have included Ruben, Wilbur, Mauro, and Marko, though your guide may differ.

“Amazing 2 day Inca trail experience! Marko was very organized and and clear with instructions before we started our adventure. He was an amazing guide and very knowledgeable about the history of Machu Picchu as well as various flora Read more”

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From Cusco: 2-Day Lake Titicaca Tour - Puno is a useful pause, not a second touring day
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From Cusco: 2-Day Lake Titicaca Tour

11.2-Day Lake Titicaca Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 74 reviews · 2 days · from $259

Ride the Route of the Sun from Cusco to Puno, stopping at Andahuaylillas, Raqchi, Paso la Raya and Pucará. Sleep one night in Puno, then visit the floating Uros islands and Taquile by boat before taking an overnight bus back to Cusco. A guide, meals, entry fees and transport are included.

“Fantastic experience. The whole trip was well organised. All transportation ran smoothly and we were kept informed of all times etc. The Lake Titicaca experience was amazing and the hotel in Puno was spot on. All food during the trip was delicious especially the food at Taquille. The only negative is the overnight bus but it is worth it if you want to visit Lake Titicaca and only have a couple of days.”

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2 Days Machu Picchu Tour from Cusco - Three hours inside the Inca citadel
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2 Days Machu Picchu Tour from Cusco

12.2 Days Machu Picchu Tour from Cusco

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 74 reviews · 2 days (approx.) · from $475

Spend a free afternoon in Aguas Calientes before touring Machu Picchu for three hours with a private English-speaking guide. The two-day trip includes a three-star hotel, train and bus tickets, transport from Cusco, and admission to the citadel. Guide Juan Carlos has been praised for explaining Inca history, plants, and building methods in detail.

“We thoroughly enjoyed this trip of a lifetime with MP Viajes Tours! Practically speaking, the tour team excelled in pre trip communication, met us the day prior to finalize our itinerary, and our guide Juan Carlos demonstrated inexhaustible knowledge of everything from local plants to Inka history to construction methods. Literally could not find a question to ask that didn't produce a deep, thoughtful, and thorough response. We learned so much. Our tour operated seamlessly in English, but our guide patiently helped me build my Spanish skills along the way. Additionally, the entire team at MP Viajes is made up of local cusqueño guides. Our selection of this group supported…”

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Machu Picchu 2-Day Adventure by Train with Overnight Stay - What the $597 price covers
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Machu Picchu 2-Day Adventure by Train with Overnight Stay

13.Machu Picchu 2-Day Adventure by Train with Overnight Stay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 70 reviews · 2 days (approx.) · from $597

Travel from Cusco to Ollantaytambo by minibus, then follow the river valley by train to Aguas Calientes for an overnight stay. The next morning, ride the bus to Machu Picchu for a two-hour guided visit and free time. Entrance, transport, train, hotel, and breakfast are included; meals and optional mountain permits are not.

“Heidi was super helpful organising this trip. After booking this trip, we contacted her to get an upgrade of the train to a vistadome carriage and she was able to sort that for us without any issues. She was also able to meet us in Cuzco and explain our trip, even upgrade us to have a tour of the sacred valley the day before! In addition, she managed to secure a discount for a Moras and Moray trip for us too (highly recommend). The whole trip went smoothly and she was there every step of the way. I encourage anyone who has any questions about the booking, including booking huaynapichu…”

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Private Tour: 2-Day Exploration of the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu - Moray’s circular terraces reveal Inca ingenuity
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Private Tour: 2-Day Exploration of the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu

14.Private Tour: 2-Day Exploration of the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 69 reviews · 2 days (approx.) · from $549

Travel from Cusco through the Sacred Valley with a private guide and vehicle, visiting Chinchero, Moray and the Maras salt pools before taking the train to Aguas Calientes. On day two, tour Machu Picchu, then return to Cusco by train and van. A guide named Yeny has led the trip, but your assigned guide may differ.

“This was a fantastic way to experience both the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu in just two days. Pickup was on time at 8:00 AM, and the entire itinerary ran surprisingly smoothly despite how much ground we covered. Day 1 was filled with highlights: Moray and the Maras Salt Mines were absolutely stunning — scenic, peaceful, and not overly crowded. Chinchero was the only part that felt a bit commercial. The weaving demo was informative, but there was pressure to buy, and unfortunately, my girlfriend was charged significantly more for the same item I was offered at a discount. The train to Aguas Calientes was basic (bare minimum tier), and…”

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2 Days Inca Trail to Machu Picchu with hotel - Day one: Cusco to Km 104 before breakfast
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2 Days Inca Trail to Machu Picchu with hotel

15.2 Days Inca Trail to Machu Picchu with hotel

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 68 reviews · 2 days (approx.) · from $750

Start in Cusco before dawn, take the train to Km 104, and hike the final section of the Inca Trail past Wiñaywayna to the Sun Gate. Spend the night in a three-star Aguas Calientes hotel, then visit Machu Picchu with a private English-speaking guide. Guides named by past participants include Juan Carlos, Domingo, and Dominic.

“I recently traveled to Peru with Macha Picchu Viajes and had an amazing experience! They provided excellent service, and although we encountered a couple of issues, their team was responsive and resolved them promptly. Highly recommend for their professionalism and attention to detail.”

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