Machu Picchu 2 Days

Machu Picchu Tour 2 Day

Code : ZM2C

Machu Picchu is the best known of the Inca ruins, as it is recognized worldwide, yet it is not mentioned in any of the writings of the Spanish Conquistadors. It is believed to have been constructed around the mid-15th century and was “rediscovered” by American historian Hiram Bingham in 1911.

Included

Transfer from your hotel in cusco to the railway staition in Poroy or Ollantaytambo
1 Train ticket Poroy or Ollantaytambo to Aqua calientes ( Expedition train)
1 trainticket aqua calientes – Poroy or (Ollantaytambo)
Bustickets aqua calientes – Machu picchu,1 up and 1 down
1 Entrance fee for 1 day to Machu Picchu archaeological complex. (only 1 entree fee included for 4 h )
In and out transfers to your hotel in cusco
All applicable taxes.
Guided tour 1 time for about 2 h, English speaking guide

No Included

Travel & Accident insurance (obligatory)
Food , take some snacks with you because the food at Machu Picchu is very expensive, you can lunch cheap at Aqua Calientes
night in hotel at aqua Calientes/ we can arrange hotel if you like at all price ranges.
Second entree fee to Machu picchu
Wayna picchu permit, 16 USD iff there are permits left ! only 400 a day
vistadome or hiram bingham train ( its possible for extra charge)
Provided in private upon request!

2 Days / 1 Night

4+ Age

Perú

Excursions

Peru

Destination

Perú
Departure

Ruins, Cuzco | Altitude: 2050 – 4200 m. / 6730 – 13780 f
Dress Code

Casual, comfortable athletic clothing, hat and light jacket.

1

Day 1 :

In the afternoon we take from Ollantaytambo the train to Machu Picchu. Upon we get there, we will drive through the sacred village to Aguas Calientes. The trip takes 1 h 30 min from Ollantaytambo (4 h from Cusco - Poroy). Once in Aguas Calientes, the hotel representative waits for you carrying a sign with your name on it, to bring you to your hotel. It is so warm here, we are at the border of the jungle. Bring sunscreen, mosquito repellent, and a rain poncho with you. If you arrive in the afternoon you can walk to the Mandor waterfall, or enjoy the hot springs, or relax with a cold beer at one of the many terraces.

2

Day 2 :

Early in the morning, we line up for the bus that takes you to the actual site of the “Lost City of the Incas.” Machu Picchu. It Is about 25 min driving. Your bilingual guide will take you throughout the vast ruins. Machu Picchu is the best known of the Inca ruins, as it is recognized worldwide, yet it is not mentioned in any of the writings of the Spanish Conquistadors. It is believed to have been constructed around the mid-15th century and was “rediscovered” by American historian Hiram Bingham in 1911. The guided tour of this fascinating place is an awe-inspiring experience. Visit the Main parts of Machu Picchu. After the explanation (about 2 hours) in total you can stay 4 h maxima at Machu Picchu.

We are going to visit one of these circuits, Ministry of Culture has introduced fixed circuits from November 2021, depending on which one is available on the purchase dates. The ticket can only be used once to enter. You will then gain access to one of the circuits below. It’s a one way walk, you can’t turn back.

Circuit 1 Alto Corto

Circuit 2 Alto Largo

Circuit 3 Bajo Corto

Circuit 4 Bajo Largo

Included is the standard ticket, without Huayna or Machu Picchu mountain

NOTE: Keep in mind that if you want a Huayna Picchu permit you need to book far in advance (limited seats) and in this circuit you will only see a small part of Machu Picchu (only the lower part).

Casa del Guardián (guardian house) can only be visited in circuit with Machu Picchu mountain permit. The sun gate is only accessible to people on the Inca Trail 2 and 4 days. After you are done exploring Machu Picchu you can walk down, or take the bus (included in the price) to Aguas Calientes to have lunch (not included). In the afternoon you will take the train back to Ollantaytambo or Poroy, from where there will be a transfer to Cusco, where you will arrive late evening after an amazing tour.

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Its the best option, to stay 1 night in Aquas calientes, the village below Machu Picchu, like that you can go the next day for an early visit to Machu picchu.