Cusco · 2-DAY EXPERIENCES
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Here are the 15 best 2-day experiences you can book out of Cusco right now: what each one costs, how long it takes, and how much altitude it throws at you. Start at number one.
A 2-day Lake Titicaca tour from Puno with Uros reed islands, an Amantaní homestay, a 4,130m sunset hike, and Taquile textiles.
“We really enjoyed this tour with our great guide Pablo who explain us everything, communicate all the information and our host family was very warm and make us feel welcome.”
2-day small-group Cusco trip to Pisac and Ollantaytambo, then train and guide-led Machu Picchu with lunch and entry included.
“A lovely, well-rounded trip with our guides. Unfortunately, Mother Nature wasn’t on our side when we reached Machu Picchu. Our 7:00 am tickets in late December meant the views were not as favourable, but the experience was still memorable.”
2-day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu via Sun Gate, sunset and sunrise views, then return on the Vistadome panoramic train.
“This was an amazing trip. Our guides Jason and Warner were great - knowledgeable about the history, helpful with anything we needed, and encouraging when the trail was steep and the going got tough. Breakfast and lunch were delicious. Hotel accommodations comfortable. Everything was organized perfectly. The hike was challenging, which make the whole experience so satisfying. Hope to do this trip again in the future.”
Two days from Arequipa into Colca Canyon to spot condors and vicuñas, then transfer to Puno for Lake Titicaca.
“Good tour overall. A couple of unnecessary stops that could have easily been missed. Underwhelming buffets for lunch”
A 2-day Cusco to Machu Picchu plan with a scenic day-1 walk, a night in Aguas Calientes, and early-site entry for big views.
“Great balance of adventure and comfort. Day one offered jungle paths, stones and nature, day two rewarded us with the classic Machu Picchu views. The guide was great at explaining Inca architecture and culture, and transport was smooth. Highly recommend if you want trekking + ruins in one quick trip.”
2 days on the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu sunrise, Wiñay Wayna terraces, guided circuit 3, and a night in Aguas Calientes.
“Really enjoyed this guided tour. Angel and Rodrigo were the best guides, so professional and informative. The trail was tough, but they set a perfect pace and knew exactly when to take breaks. I can’t thank them enough for the great organizational skills they had to manage a large group.”
Two days on Lake Titicaca from Puno: Uros reed islands, a homestay on Amantani, Taquile weaving, and local meals.
“Exceptional 2-day tour in titicaca lake, great experience with local family of Ivan, Flavia and Casey. Carlos was a very experienced and approachable tour guide who made the experience unforgettable. Grazie! Lorenzo e Bianca”
Walk part of the Inca Trail in 2 days from Cusco, reach Machu Picchu early with a guide, and still have time to explore on your own.
“Great tour for Machu Picchu. Excellent tour guide Baleria. He was knowledgeable, friendly, and very helpful. Highly recommended”
All-inclusive 2-day Machu Picchu tour from Cusco by train: transfers, Aguas Calientes hotel night, guided citadel, hot springs.
“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%”
2-day Puno to Arequipa Colca Canyon tour with condor spotting, Lagunillas wildlife stops, Chivay hot springs, and 1 night in town.
“Très belle excusion, beaux paysages. La baignade dans les bains thermaux était également très bien. Le cout des repas n'ėtait parfois pas inclus et les boissons facturées très chères. La qualité des repas proposés ètait très moyenne. Le minibus utilisé pour l'excursion etait complet, c'était compliqué de ranger les valises et paquetages. Il aurait fallu un bus plus grand. Inconvénients compensés par la beauté du site et la chance de voir quelques condors. Mark.”
Small-group 2-day Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu tour with hotel in Aguas Calientes, guided history, tickets, meals, and transfers.
“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!”
A slower Machu Picchu plan from Cusco with a day-one transfer and hike to Aguas Calientes, overnight stay, then an early guided visit.
“We booked a tour to Machu Picchu through Viator for 350 euros, encountering several challenges from the outset. The tour operator, Jose, informed us the evening before the excursion that there were no tickets available. He suggested we cRead more”
Small group Sacred Valley and guided Machu Picchu by train from Cusco, with door-to-door pickup, quality transport, and Vistadome option.
“The team were amazing, the train back was delayed (not their fault) and they brought food and drinks to the station for us, which goes to show that they go above and beyond. The tour guides were very knowledgeable and passionate, the hotel in Aguas Calientes was lovely and right next to the station. The itinerary for the trip was ideal as well we got lots covered in 2 days without feeling rushed. There was 8 people to one tour guide for the tours on the first day and 4 people to one tour guide on the second day (Machu Picchu) so the group sizes were ideal. (Victor and Carlos…”
2-Day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu in the Sacred Valley, short 16 km hike, sunrise entry, guided tour, train and bus included.
“The 2-Day Inca Trail is stunning and totally beautiful. First we got picked up from our hotel and received a lunch bag for the day on the trail. A drive took us to the train station where the Inca Train starts to Machu Picchu. It was a very nice expRead more”
Private 2-day Machu Picchu tour from Cusco with guide, hotel in Aguas Calientes, train and bus tickets, and a timed visit.
“Phenomenal experience! From pickup at our hotel to the train to Aguas Calientes - loved every minute”
