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Machu Picchu via Hidroeléctrica • 3 Days / 2 Nights • Adventure & Nature
Gathering at Cusco's Main Square / Plaza de Armas (BCP ATM, corner of Espaderos Street) to board our tourist transportation.
First stop at a local restaurant for restrooms and an optional breakfast.
We cross the historic town of the Sacred Valley. Passengers who coordinated their boarding at this specific point will join the group here.
Descent through the eastern slope of the Andes, passing through the scenic towns of Santa María and Santa Teresa as we enter the high jungle brow.
Arrival at Hidroeléctrica to enjoy the included lunch. Afterwards, we begin the exciting 11 km (approx. 3-hour) hike along the railway tracks toward Aguas Calientes.
Arrival in town, check-in at the assigned hostel, and a brief informational meeting (briefing) with our tour guide to coordinate the details for the next day's visit.
Enjoy a relaxing included dinner in the picturesque town, surrounded by lush tropical vegetation. Perfect for recovering energy after the trek.
You can choose to ride the shuttle bus (purchasing the $12 USD ticket in town) or take the uphill hike along the stone step trails starting at 4:00 AM.
Arrival at the main entrance of Machu Picchu to meet your professional official guide and enter by presenting your printed documents and passport.
A guided tour of approximately 2.5 hours through the circuits of the great Inca citadel, exploring its key archaeological zones and capturing iconic photos.
If you booked an additional ticket in advance, you will have the time to climb Machu Picchu Mountain, Huayna Picchu, or visit the Sun Gate (Intipunku).
Descend to the town of Aguas Calientes in the afternoon to rest, explore the local handicraft market, and spend your second night at the hostel.
Begin the return hike following the railway route back to Hidroeléctrica station, aiming to arrive no later than 2:00 PM.
Check-in at the authorized parking areas in Hidroeléctrica to board our comfortable tourist minibus back to Cusco.
Estimated arrival at Plaza Regocijo in the heart of Cusco's historic center, concluding all tour services.
Please arrive punctually at the BCP bank ATM located on the corner of Cusco's Main Square (Plaza de Armas) and Espaderos Street. The transport operates on strict interprovincial road schedules, so we kindly ask for your rigourous punctuality to avoid missing the departure.
* Return Logistics Notice: On the final day, the return trek from Aguas Calientes to Hidroeléctrica must start before 09:30 AM to ensure arrival before 2:00 PM, which is the absolute deadline for the vehicles heading back to Cusco.
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