The Machu Picchu Tour 2 Days by Train is one of the best options for travelers who want to visit the legendary Inca citadel with more time, comfort, and flexibility than a one-day tour. This experience combines scenic train travel, beautiful Andean landscapes, one night in Aguas Calientes, and a guided visit to Machu Picchu the next day.
On the first day, you will travel from Cusco or the Sacred Valley to Aguas Calientes, also known as Machu Picchu Pueblo, the gateway town to Machu Picchu. Along the route, you will enjoy stunning views of the Andes, the Urubamba River, and the cloud forest as you approach one of the most iconic destinations in the world.
After spending the night in a comfortable hotel in Aguas Calientes, you will visit Machu Picchu on the second day. This allows you to enjoy the experience with more calm, especially if you want to enter early in the morning, take beautiful photos, or add an optional hike such as Huayna Picchu Mountain or Machu Picchu Mountain, subject to availability.
In the afternoon, you will return by train to Ollantaytambo and continue by private transport back to Cusco, with drop-off at your hotel. This tour is ideal for travelers who want a well-organized, stress-free, and more complete Machu Picchu experience in just two days.
Availability and Booking
Booking the Machu Picchu 2 Days by Train Tour is simple. Click the “BOOK ONLINE” button to access our real-time availability calendar.
If your preferred start date is available, it means there is also availability for the Machu Picchu visit date included in your itinerary. Once your booking is confirmed, our team will purchase your Machu Picchu entrance ticket according to the best available circuit at the time of booking.
Machu Picchu has several official circuits and routes. Availability changes constantly and depends entirely on the official Peruvian government ticket system. All agencies and independent travelers purchase tickets through the same official platform, and no company has access to extra or private ticket quotas.
You can check real-time Machu Picchu ticket availability here:
https://tuboleto.cultura.pe/llaqta_machupicchu
Machu Picchu Circuit Priority
When we purchase your Machu Picchu entrance ticket, we always choose the best available option based on the following priority order:
Option 1: Circuit 2-A – Classic Designed Route
Llaqta Machupicchu / Circuit 2 – Classic Circuit / Route 2-A: Classic Designed
This is the most complete and requested route. It includes access to the classic viewpoint for the famous Machu Picchu photo and a full guided visit through the main areas of the Inca citadel.
This is our first priority whenever available.
Option 2: Circuit 2-B – Lower Terrace Route
Llaqta Machupicchu / Circuit 2 – Classic Circuit / Route 2-B: Lower Terrace
This route offers a very similar experience to Circuit 2-A. It includes important areas of the citadel and follows a slightly different path through the urban sector of Machu Picchu.
This is also one of the best options for travelers who want a complete Machu Picchu visit.
Option 3: Circuit 1-B – Upper Terrace Route
Llaqta Machupicchu / Circuit 1 – Panoramic Circuit / Route 1-B: Upper Terrace
This route focuses on the upper panoramic area of Machu Picchu and includes access to the classic viewpoint.
It is ideal for travelers who want the iconic photo and wide views of the citadel. Please note that this route does not include a full visit inside the urban area of Machu Picchu.
Option 4: Circuit 3-B – Royalty Designed Route
Llaqta Machupicchu / Circuit 3 – Machu Picchu Royalty / Route 3-B: Royalty Designed
This route visits the lower part of Machu Picchu, including important archaeological areas. It does not include access to the classic upper viewpoint, but it still offers a valuable visit inside the Inca site.
Option 5: Circuit 1-A – Machu Picchu Mountain Route
Llaqta Machupicchu / Circuit 1 – Route 1-A: Machu Picchu Mountain
This ticket includes the hike to Machu Picchu Mountain, which offers spectacular panoramic views of the citadel, the Vilcanota River, and the surrounding mountains.
Please note that this option focuses mainly on the mountain hike and does not include a full visit inside the main citadel.
Option 6: Circuit 3-A – Waynapicchu Mountain Route
Llaqta Machupicchu / Circuit 3 – Route 3-A: Waynapicchu Mountain
This ticket includes the famous Waynapicchu Mountain hike and a short visit through the lower part of Machu Picchu.
This is a great option for travelers looking for a more adventurous experience, but availability is very limited and must be booked in advance.
Important Recommendation
If Circuit 2-A is important to you, we strongly recommend booking at least 4 months in advance, especially during high season. This is the most popular Machu Picchu circuit and usually sells out first.
All Machu Picchu tickets are sold exclusively through the official Peruvian government platform. Availability is the same for agencies and independent travelers. If a circuit is sold out on the official system, no agency can access extra spaces.
What If There Is No Availability or I Already Have a Machu Picchu Ticket?
If there is no availability for your preferred date, or if you already purchased your own Machu Picchu ticket, please contact us before booking.
Our team can help you review the best available options and adjust the itinerary according to your ticket, circuit, and entrance time.
