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2-Day Machu Picchu Tour by Minivan from Cusco: Budget Adventure

4.7 · 155 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 92% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Cusco Operated by Mega Expeditions
Duration
2 days
Group
Shared tour
Guide languages
English, Spanish
Start & pickup
07:00 · Hotel pickup included
Booking
Confirmation within 48 hours · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

The minivan route from Cusco via Hidroelectrica includes a jungle walk to Aguas Calientes, a hotel night and selected meals.

Entry is included for bookings made at least two months ahead; you also walk up to Machu Picchu and back down. 4.69 from 155 reviews at €185 per person for 2 days.

In our comparison: #87 of 87 in Multi-Day Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

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Price and inclusions

One price for every traveller: €185 per adult.

Included and not 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
  • 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

Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 8 November 2026.

Reviews

4.7
155 ratings
Tripadvisor 132 · Viator 23

92% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 142 of 155

Star breakdown of all 155 ratings

5 stars
136 · 88%
4 stars
6 · 4%
3 stars
3 · 2%
2 stars
4 · 3%
1 star
6 · 4%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the site guides and frequent updates; some report confusing handovers and gaps in support during travel

Praised

  • Knowledgeable site guides who explain Inca history clearly
  • Frequent WhatsApp updates and helpful answers to questions
  • Comfortable accommodation in Aguas Calientes
  • Enjoyable meals with a choice of dishes at dinner
  • Good value for the minivan and walking route

Complaints

  • Some receive clear plans, while others report missing itineraries and confusing handovers
  • Bumpy or uncomfortable minivan rides
  • Some find the walking sections physically demanding

Written by Guidekin from the 50 most recent English reviews on Tripadvisor & Viator (22 March 2024 to 27 March 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 8 November 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Departure
07:00 daily; scheduled through December 2030 (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Pickup
Hotel pickup included
Operator
Mega Expeditions; booking and payment are completed on Viator

About this tour, from the operator

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Accessibility

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Good to know

  • Food included Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast
  • Non-refundable no free cancellation

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

  • 0+ days: No refund

Compared with other Multi-Day Tours

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #87 of 87€1852 days4.69 (155)shared
2-Day Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu Guided Tour from Cusco€5012 days4.99 (1022)shared
06 Day Andean Jewels of Cusco - Small Groups€6736 days4.99 (580)shared
Andean Getaway 5 Days to Machu Picchu€11185 days4.99 (200)shared

Ranked #87 of 87 in Multi-Day Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €172 to €2277, median €619; typical length 3 days. 25 of 87 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 87 Multi-Day Tours

From €185 per adult