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This service is not refundable. If the tour is canceled by the operator due to unforeseen circumstances, a full refund will be provided.
Traverse the picturesque Urubamba Valley, uncover hidden archaeological gems, and relish the grandeur of Machu Picchu. This immersive journey offers ample time to savor the mystique and marvels of this ancient wonder.
Machu Picchu by bus is one of the most popular and economical solutions to visit the sacred site of Machu Picchu.
ITINERARY
First Day: CUSCO - AGUAS CALIENTES
From 6:00 to 7:00 am we will start with the pick up of our passengers from their hotels, NEXT we will leave in direction to Hidroeléctrica for approximatively 6 hours.
On the way, we will stop in Santa Teresa to have a delicious lunch in the local restaurants. From here we will descend to the valley of Santa Teresa, and arrive at Hydroelectric station.
At Hidroeléctrica, we begin a walk of 2h30mn (mostly flat) to get to Aguas Calientes. You also have the option to take a train if you don’t want to walk (Not included).
Upon your arrival in Aguas Calientes, meet our guide in the Plaza of Armas. The guide will provide you with additional details of the tour and direct you to your accommodation. We recommend using the remainder of your day to unwind in the local hot springs.
In the evening, enjoy a group dinner where you'll have the opportunity to socialize and relax. During this time, the guide will also provide you with all the necessary information for the following day's activities.
(Self-guided exploration during your walking segments)
Second Day: AGUAS CALIENTES - MACHU PICCHU - CUSCO
Early wake up to have breakfast at the hotel to reach into Machu Picchu on time to see the most iconic Inca constructions almost without people.
From Aguas Caliente, there are two ways to reach to the main entrance of Machu Picchu : By walk or By bus (not included). Any options you may take, the idea is to reach Machu Picchu in the morning when they open it.
Option 1: By Walk. Walking up to Machu Picchu takes 1:20 hours at a regular pace. Start walking at 4:00 am in the morning from Aguas Calientes to the first checkpoint located right at the base of Machu Picchu which open at 5:00. This checkpoint is only for the hikers where you must show your entrance to Machu Picchu and your passport after that you have to walk upstairs to Machu Picchu which takes a 45-minute walk you have to make almost 1700 Inca steps. The idea to walk up to Machu Picchu is to beat the buses to be the first ones into Machu Picchu. Once at the main checkpoint, you go into Machu Picchu.
Option 2: By Bus. If you would like to go up to Machu Picchu by bus you must buy a bus ticket in Aguas Calientes a night before. Early in the morning around 4:30 am we go to the bus stations to line up to catch the first buses to Machu Picchu. The buses start leaving at 5:30 am from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu, 25 minutes bus ride to the main entrance of Machu Picchu. Then we go into Machu Picchu when they open at 6:00 o’clock in the morning. (Bus not included).
Once inside, you have time to enjoy the amazing views and photographing NEXT we provide you with 2 hours of Machu Picchu guided tour.
Then you will have free time to explore Machu Picchu on your own.
After few hours in Machu Picchu, you must walk back to Hidroelectrica to catch the bus back to Cusco. (the train is also possible, but not included).
Upon arriving at Hidroeléctrica, please meet our bus driver and provide your name. You will be on their list for the return journey.
Return to Cusco.
Reservations can be made up to 5 days before departure.
The purchase of the train ticket to Machu Picchu is done with the help of our guide in Aguas Calientes.
Specific Policies
- The availability of tickets to Machu Picchu may affect the availability of this tour.
- The entrance time to Machu Picchu will depend on availability.
- The number of circuits depends on availability.
- Please note that a guide is included only for Circuit No. 2 in Machu Picchu. If Circuit #2 is not available on the desired dates, you have the option of hiring a private guide directly in Machu Picchu.
- Depending on progress or weather, the order of activities may change to optimize the smooth running of the day.
- When booking an activity to visit Machu Picchu, we strongly recommend you to book your tour in advance to make sure you purchase your tickets online and avoid any inconvenience. The availability of tickets to enter Machu Picchu may affect the availability of this tour.
Machu Picchu Booking conditions:
For reservations made less than 3 months in advance, there is a high probability that the entrance tickets to Machu Picchu are no longer available in pre-sale online.
In these cases, the ticket is included in the price, but must be purchased by the passenger in person in Aguas Calientes the day before the entrance by presenting the physical passport of the passenger.
Please note that these tickets are limited in quantity and entrance times are randomly assigned.
Associated risks:
- Sold out: There is a possibility that all tickets may be sold out before your arrival. In this case, you may have to consider staying an additional night in Aguas Calientes (not included) since the passenger must go in person to the ticket office in Aguas Calientes one day before the date selected for the activity, to try to buy a ticket (the provider will give you a sealed envelope with the exact amount of money) early the next morning, you must bring your physical passport.
- Visit and return time: If the scheduled visit time does not allow you to return by bus the same day, you have two options:
or Return by train: You can choose to return to Cusco by train the same day (Not included)
or Additional night: You can choose to stay an additional night in Aguas Calientes and take the bus the next day (Not included).
We recommend planning your visit to Machu Picchu well in advance to minimize these risks and ensure a pleasant and stress-free experience.
What do you need to bring?
- Original passport
- Hat
- Bathing suit and towel
- Hiking shoes
- Shorts
- Sunglasses
- Water bottle
- Sunscreen
- Insect repellent
- Snacks
- Money in soles
We have two hotel options for the tour based on availability:
- Machupicchu Inn
- Wiracocha Inn
This service is not refundable. If the tour is canceled by the operator due to unforeseen circumstances, a full refund will be provided.
2 Days to Explore a Wonder of the World - Machu Picchu in Cusco
