Machu Picchu by Bus 2 Days / 1 Nights.- The bus trip to Machu Picchu is an alternative to the limitations of train seats to reach the citadel of Machu Picchu , although it is new and little known, what it offers is really exciting, since it is full of beautiful landscapes that show the best of Peruvian geography from the high Andean punas close to the snow-capped mountains, with Polilepys Incana “Queuña” forests, passing through cloud forests until reaching the valley where you can find places of tea, coffee and coca crops, it is also home to countless species such as: the cock-of-the-rock, spectacled bears, among others, accompanied by a welcoming climate and beautiful canyons from which hot springs spring up.
| Day 1: | Pick up from the hotel in Cusco at 07:30 hrsBus transfer, Ollantaytambo – Abra Málaga – Santa TeresaLunch in the town of Santa TeresaBus Santa Teresa – HydroelectricHydroelectric Train – Machu Picchu Pueblo (Aguas Calientes)Accommodation in selected accommodation in Aguas Calientes |
| Day 2: | 05:30 hrs. Bus ride to Machu Picchu06:00 hrs. Watch the sunrise at Machu PicchuGuided tour of the Inca citadel 06:30 hrs – 09:00 hrsReturn by bus, Machu Picchu – Aguas Calientes 11:00 hrsReturn by train, Aguas Calientes – Hydroelectric 12:35 hrsBus, Hydroelectric – Cusco for 6 hoursArrival in Cusco at 10:00 p.m. |
We will leave at 08:00am. The tour will begin with a pleasant panoramic walk towards Ollantaytambo, where we will have the opportunity to enjoy the beautiful landscape of the area while taking a short break of 30 minutes (approx.). From there, we will continue along a long and winding road towards “Habra de Málaga”, which is located at an altitude of 4,316 meters above sea level / 14,160 feet. From that point of view, we will see some of the most incredible landscapes that Peru has to offer.
After a brief stop, we will begin our descent into the thick jungle, passing through the different microclimates that combine the paradisiacal landscapes of the majestic snow-capped peaks with the hot and tropical entrance to the rainforest. We will continue along our route until we reach Alfamayó, where there is a paved road in perfect condition that we can use. However, we will have to take an unpaved road to continue in the direction of Santa María, which is located at an altitude of 1,575 meters above sea level / 5,167 feet. We will take a moment to rest here before continuing towards the small town, Santa Teresa, where a delicious lunch will be waiting for us at approximately 2 pm. There will be a variety of foods available to suit all tastes.
Then, at approximately 3:45 pm, we will return to the route heading to the train station at the nearby hydroelectric plant. The train will have us in Aguas Calientes at 5:30 pm, at which time we will transfer you to the designated hostels and hotels. If we have extra time to spare, we can also take a relaxing bath in the natural, hot waters of the hot baths. However, at 8:00 pm, it will be time to enjoy a hearty dinner together with the guide who will take you to the ancient citadel, Machu Picchu. At that time, you will have the opportunity to review the plan for the next day and answer any questions. Overnight.
You will have the option of going up to Machu Picchu by bus or on foot. Breakfast will be served from 5:00 am. The guided tour of the site will begin at 6:00 am and will last at least 2 hours. Afterwards, you will have free time until approximately 11:30 am, which is the recommended time to begin returning from the mountain to the train station. The train back to the hydroelectric plant will leave Aguas Calientes at 12:35 pm.
Upon arrival at the hydroelectric plant, we will transfer from the train to a private van, which will take us to Santa Teresa. There, we will have a one-hour break for one last chance to get some food or use the bathroom before embarking on the final leg of the trip. Then we will return to Cusco, returning along the same path that brought us here. We will arrive in Cusco around 9:30 pm (approx.).
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