Two days is enough time to visit the Majestic Machu Picchu taking the opportunity to observe the great sunrise and visiting: Machu Picchu, Sun Gate, Inka Bridge, Aguas Calientes tow, Hot spring , Huaynapicchu or Machu Picchu Mountain.
Itinerary
Day 1: Cusco – Aguas Calientes
Transfer from your hotel in Cusco between approx 06:40 am- 6.50am. The train ride consists of spectacular views in this wonderful land of the Incas, amazing landscapes of mountains and valleys, Inca farming terraces on both sides of the valley, snow capped mountains and sub-tropical jungle near the Ceja de Selva. From Pachar the sacred Vilcanota river will be our companion until arrival at Aguas Calientes (2040m) aka Machu Picchu Pueblo. A SAS Travel rep will meet you at the train station and accompany you to Hostel Viajeros where you can settle and prepare for your lunch. From about 2.30pm you can enjoy free time wandering the local markets, the Botanical garden, new Machu Picchu museum or walk to Mandor waterfall. Or for the daring. The rest of the group who have done the 2 day Inca trail trek will arrive at approx 5.30pm for dinner together. You may like to relax in the hot springs in the evening. Viajeros Hostel. Lunch and Dinner.
Day 2: Aguas Calientes to Machu Pichu
Early breakfast at 05:00 am at the Hostel. Then we are ready to board the first bus to Machu Picchu at approx 05.30am and arrive at the entrance at 06.00am when the gates of this Sanctuary is open (please have your passport on hand). Guided tour of Machupicchu Citadel before the crowds arrive and the site is full of people, it takes approx 2 – 2.5 Hrs and leads you through all the most important areas, miradors, temples, residences, best spots and all archaeological sites with the insights of very capable guides. After our interesting tour you have plenty of time for more exploration in your own, time to get the best photos or also you will have time for optional hikes around. (Walk to the Sun`s Gate. Walk to Inca Bridge 40 min nice walk, No lunch then bring a pack lunch, 2,000 masl -2,700 masl , 6-8 Km 6-8 Hrs
Include / No include
Included
- Transfer from your Hotels to the Train Station at 06:40 am.
- Expedition Train ticket from Poroy St -Aguas Calientes with reserved seats
- Accommodation in private room at Hostel Viajeros
- Meals: Lunch and Dinner on Day 1 and 1 Breakfast on Day 2
- Bus Ticket up to Machupicchu Sanctuary on Day 2
- Guided tour on Day 2 with an expert tour guide (6-12 max 16)
- Admission fee for Machupicchu Sanctuary on Day 2
- Bus Ticket down from Machupicchu to Aguas Calientes
- Expedition Train ticket from Aguas Calientes to Poroy / or Ollanta
Not Included
- Breakfast on Day 1
- Lunch and Dinner on Day 2nd, Drinks or snacks
- Hot Springs 10 soles Optional (US$3)
- Huayna Picchu Mountain Ticket.
- Single Supplement for single/solo travelers US$20 per room
- Tips for your guide.-Optional.
