PERU
The trips worth crossing Peru for.
The 15 most popular 2-day experiences in Peru. The ones travellers rate highest, with prices, how long they take and who runs them.
See Uros floating islands, hike Amantaní to 4,130m for sunset, and stay with a local family on Lake Titicaca.
Most Popular“Our guide Bruno was very insightful and the island tours were once in a lifetime experiences. The family we stayed with were absolutely lovely and welcoming. The hike to sunset on the first day was quite hard but completely worth it. Definitely recommend.”
Two days from Cusco to the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu with small-group guides, train views, and guided ruins. Price from $370.
“This trip was outstanding! As a non Spanish speaking tourist I was immediately put at ease when a representative came the day before the trip and explained the process. Being escorted from my hotel to the tour bus by the tour guide was fantastic. Having someone meeting and my party at the train station to…”
2-day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu with Sun Gate sunset, sunrise tour, Aguas Calientes stay, and Vistadome panoramic train. Small group.
“We had the most amazing guides (Jason and Alejandro) who were always fun and helpful. They made sure, everyone could enjoy the hike as much as possible.”
Two days from Arequipa to Colca Canyon and on to Puno. Vicuñas, hot springs in Chivay, condors at Cruz del Cóndor.
“Cecilia was a great and attentive guide. The format of the tour was paced optimally, I would recommend going for the 2 day trip. The transport to Puno was a bit painful and long after the whole program.”
A 2-day Inca-style hike from Cusco to Aguas Calientes, plus early Machu Picchu entry and guided history—value-packed at $290.
“Amazing two-day adventure! The trail offered beautiful scenery and a sense of accomplishment, and arriving at Machu Picchu early the next morning was truly magical. Our guide was knowledgeable and helpful throughout — highly recommend for active travelers.”
A tough two-day Colca Canyon trek from Arequipa with a Sangalle night, early condor viewing, hot springs, and camelid sightings.
“very friendly guide, helped with buying groceries for the best prices, no annoying tourist traps, a very beautiful hotel with a room alone for sleeping and hot springs at the end of the tour :)”
Sunrise at Machu Picchu, a classic Wiñay Wayna hike, and a guided circuit—sleeping in Aguas Calientes with train scenery included.
“Victor was the best guide. The hike was exhausting but beautoful. The Hotel was really nice and the included dinner huge and tasty. It was the perfect experience :) Thank you :)”
2 days on Lake Titicaca: Uros floating reeds, an Amantani homestay with a local family, and Taquile weaving by boat.
“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”
Short 2-day Inca Trail from Cusco to Machu Picchu, hitting Wiñay Wayna and the Sun Gate, then a guided Machu Picchu tour and free time.
“Well, this is one of the best places to visit in the world on the Inca Trail, a route that leads from Cusco to Machu Pichu. The walking route lasts approximately 5 days. The place is simply MAJESTIC, it is very well organized for tourists.”
2-day Colca Canyon trek from Arequipa with condors, Sangalle bungalows, warm pool, meals, and hotel transfers—early mornings included.
“We really enjoyed this 2-day trip to the Canon de Colca. The landscape was incredible and our tour guide, Eveline, was really competent and kind. She gave us some info and then let us free to enjoy this experience at our best supporting us in the hardes part of the treck. The tour was realised…”
A 2-day, all-in train trip from Cusco to Machu Picchu with guided time in the ruins, hotel in Aguas Calientes, and hot-springs downtime.
“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 days from Puno to Arequipa with Colca Canyon, condors at Cruz del Condor, vicuñas, Chivay hot springs, and 1-night lodging.
“The trip can be divided into 2: 1)the first day was well organized, the transportation was good and also the guide was well prepared and kind 2)the second day was a mess, completely disorganised with a completely non suitable mini van (full of people and baggages blocked by a broom, ugly smell and without space…”
2-day Cusco tour to Machu Picchu and Sacred Valley: small group, Aguas Calientes hotel, guide, tickets, train and bus included.
“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…”
Two days from Cusco to Machu Picchu with a small-group Sacred Valley circuit, optional Vistadome train, and guided sights plus hotel.
“Best Tour we had so far!! It was an amazing experience! Not just because it is machu picchu, but it was perfectly organized throughout the whole two days. At all stages there are people caring about you, small groups, good hotel, always quick in response and really great guides. Would definitely recommend this to 100%!”
Overnight in Aguas Calientes, then an early guided sunrise climb to Machu Picchu with tickets, meals, and a calmer 2-day pace.
“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”
From the Inca heartland to the coast and the cloud forest, and every way to reach it.
