Day 01: Cusco - Santa María – Santa Teresa – Hidroeléctrica - Aguas Calientes.
We will start the day by picking you up at your hotel (approx.07:15 am). The tour will begin with a nice, scenic ride to Ollantaytambo, where we will have a chance to enjoy the beautiful scenery of the area. From there, we will continue down a long, winding path to "Habra de Malaga", which stands at an altitude of 4,316 m.a.s.l from that vantage point, we will see some of the most amazing landscapes that Peru has to offer.
After a brief stop, we will begin our descent into the thick jungle, passing through the different micro-climates that combine the paradisiacal landscapes of the majestic snow-capped peaks with the hot, tropical entrance to the rainforest. We will continue along our route until we have reached Alfamayo, where there is a nice, paved road in perfect condition that we can use. We will need to take an unpaved road though, in order to continue in the direction of Santa Maria, which is located at an altitude of 1575 m.a.s.l. From this point we will continue to the small village, Santa Teresa, where a delicious lunch will be awaiting us at approximately 2:00 pm.
Afterwards, at around 2:45 pm, we will return to the route in the direction of the train station at the nearby Hydroelectric Plant. From where you have to walk 12 Kilometers - 2 hours (or take an optional train will have us in Aguas Calientes), at which point you will be taken to the designated hostals and hotels. If we have any extra time to use, we can also go take a relaxing dip in the natural, heated waters of the hot baths. At 7 pm, though, it will be time to enjoy a hearty dinner along with the guide who will be taking you to the ancient citadel, Machu Picchu. At that time, he will have a chance to go over the plan for the following day and answer any questions. We spend one night in a basic hostel/hotel in Aguas Calientes.
Travel time by car: 6hrs approx.
Hiking time: 2hrs approx.
Important: Optionally, passengers who do NOT want to walk the section between Hidroeléctrica and Aguas Calientes can buy their train ticket at the same station. Please make an inquiry about it.
Day 02: Machupicchu – Aguas Calientes - Hidroeléctrica – Cusco.
You will have the option to go up to Machu Picchu by bus or walking. Breakfast will be served from 04:00 am. The guided tour of the site will begin at 6:00 am and will last for at least 2 hours. Afterwards, you will be able to enjoy some free time until approximately 11:30 am, which is the recommended time to begin returning down the mountain to the train station. The train back to the hydroelectric plant will be leaving Aguas Calientes at 1:30 pm (the train ticket has an additional cost), if you want to avoid the train you can walk for around 2 hours so have to leave at 12:30 from Aguas Calientes as transportation in Hidroeléctrica will wait only until 2:30 pm.
Upon our arrival to the hydroelectric plant, we will transfer you 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 restroom before we undertake the final leg of the ride. We will then proceed back to Cusco, returning down the same road that brought us here. We will arrive to Cusco around 10:00 pm (approx.)
Hiking time: 2hrs approx.
Travel time by car: 6hrs approx.
Important: Optionally, passengers who do NOT want to walk the section between Aguas Calientes and Hidroeléctrica can buy their train ticket at the same station. Please make an inquiry about it.
Extra expenses originated in itinerary changes or others due to force majeure or other circumstances beyond ESTEBAN TOURS’ control.
IMPORTANT
Entrance ticket to Machupicchu: The entrance ticket to Machupicchu considered in the program, is for the citadel only, not include the entrance to the mountains like Huaynapicchu or Montaña. Please make an inquiry for the additional cost of each of them.
Hotels: Should there be no availability at the booking time at the chosen hotel, another option of similar category and cost will be provided.
Trains: The program considers a 2hrs walk approximately between Hidroeléctrica and Aguas Calientes, in case the passenger does not want to make the trek, a train ticket can be included, please make an inquiry for the price.
OPTIONAL SERVICES
Bus ticket Machupicchu – Aguas Calientes: US$12.00 per person.
Expedition train ticket Aguas Calientes – Ollantaytambo: US$75.00 per person.
Entrance ticket to Huaynapicchu: US$ 20.00 per person*
Entrance ticket to Montaña: US$ 20.00 per person*
(*) In case the passenger wishes to book the entrances ticket to climb Huaynapicchu or Montaña, it must be in the first group and you will lose the guided tour to Machupicchu.
FLIGHT TICKETS
International flights from/to your country and domestic flights. Please contact us to check our fares.
WHAT WE RECOMMEND THAT YOU BRING
Clothing: long trousers, shorts (Machupicchu visit), long and short-sleeved T-shirts or shirts, cotton socks, warm clothes for Cusco, especially at night.
Rain gear or poncho (you can buy a basic one in Cusco), especially if visiting in the months November to April
Comfortable footwear, trekking boots recommended
Camera, films (ASA 50, 100 and 200 recommended)
Hat or cap to protect you from the sun, cold and rain
Sun block (high factor)
Sunglasses
After-sun cream or hydrating cream for face and body
Insect repellent - minimum recommended 20% DEET - no malaria risk has been reported
Personal toiletries and medications
Non-disposable canteen (Nalgene type) or water bottle to carry water on outings
Cash in soles and/or US$ for extras (souvenirs, beverages, etc)
Original passport and passport photocopies*
(*) According to the Peruvian government policies, the passport must be valid at least up to 6 months after the end date of the tours. Otherwise you could not board your international flight. Please check the expiration date of your passport before buying your international national flight tickets.
PRICE PER PERSON TOURS + HOTELS
Our prices include TOUR + HOTEL, the price depends of hotel’s category and type of chosen room.
RATES 2020
MACHUPICCHU
*
SINGLE
DOUBLE
TRIPLE
SOL DE LOS ANDES HS
2
$168.00
$149.00
$145.00
MANTU BOUTIQUE
3
$191.00
$164.00
$158.00
FLOWERS HOUSE
2
$197.00
$168.00
$164.00
WAMAN HOTEL
3
$217.00
$178.00
$169.00
LA CABAÑA
3
$243.00
$191.00
$178.00
TIERRA VIVA
3
$270.00
$197.00
$200.00
PRICES PER PERSON IN US DOLLARS
Single: A room with one individual bed (01 person)
Double: A room with two individual beds or one matrimonial bed (02 people)
Triple: A room with three individual beds (03 people)
Example: If you choose the option with SOL DE LOS ANDES HS:
If you are 1 person, the type of accommodation would be a single or individual room, in which case the price would be US$168.00 for tours and hotel.
If you are 2 people, the type of accommodation would be a double or matrimonial room, in which case the price per person would be US$ 385.00, the total price for the 2 people would be US $ 298.00 for tours and hotel.
If you are 3 people, the type of accommodation would be a triple room, in which case the price per person would be US$ 145.00, the total price for the 3 people would be US$ 435.00 for tours and hotel.
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Tivemos Willy como nosso guia. Foi ótimo. Simpático, pontual e bem informado. O tour do Vale Sagrado é uma ótima forma de aproveitar a viagem entre Cusco e Ollantaytambo.
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Highly recommended tour guide and transport service in Peru, in Cusco and to Machu Picchu!!!
Esteban Champi provides excellent personalized service. He is extremely reliable, very knowledgeable, and has great foreign-language tour guides, and new vehicles for transport service. He provided full tour services to my group of 12 people. everything went smoothly and all had a wonderful time in Cusco and Machu Picchu. I highly recommend Esteban Champi.
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Esteban is the nicest and kindest person! He gets all the tickets and plans everything for you. It was the best thing I did! Super organized. And took me to all the laces I wanted to see. Such a great experience.
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Best Service in Town
My friends and I were very happy with Esteban Tours, they are very profesional and courteous,
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Excelente Servicio!!! Fue recomendado por una amiga y sin duda nos recomendó una excelente compañía. Esteban nos brindó muy buen servicio . En todo momento fue atento a nuestras necesidades y sus precios muy accesibles. Yo lo acabo de recomendar a un amigo y al igual sus servicios fueron excepcionales.
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You are in very good hands with Esteban Tours!
We will start the day by picking you up at your hotel (approx.07:15 am). The tour will begin with a nice, scenic ride to Ollantaytambo, where we will have a chance to enjoy the beautiful scenery of the area. From there, we will continue down a long, winding path to "Habra de Malaga", which stands at an altitude of 4,316 m.a.s.l from that vantage point, we will see some of the most amazing landscapes that Peru has to offer.
After a brief stop, we will begin our descent into the thick jungle, passing through the different micro-climates that combine the paradisiacal landscapes of the majestic snow-capped peaks with the hot, tropical entrance to the rainforest. We will continue along our route until we have reached Alfamayo, where there is a nice, paved road in perfect condition that we can use. We will need to take an unpaved road though, in order to continue in the direction of Santa Maria, which is located at an altitude of 1575 m.a.s.l. From this point we will continue to the small village, Santa Teresa, where a delicious lunch will be awaiting us at approximately 2:00 pm.
Afterwards, at around 2:45 pm, we will return to the route in the direction of the train station at the nearby Hydroelectric Plant. From where you have to walk 12 Kilometers - 2 hours (or take an optional train will have us in Aguas Calientes), at which point you will be taken to the designated hostals and hotels. If we have any extra time to use, we can also go take a relaxing dip in the natural, heated waters of the hot baths. At 7 pm, though, it will be time to enjoy a hearty dinner along with the guide who will be taking you to the ancient citadel, Machu Picchu. At that time, he will have a chance to go over the plan for the following day and answer any questions. We spend one night in a basic hostel/hotel in Aguas Calientes.
Travel time by car: 6hrs approx.
Hiking time: 2hrs approx.
Important: Optionally, passengers who do NOT want to walk the section between Hidroeléctrica and Aguas Calientes can buy their train ticket at the same station. Please make an inquiry about it.
You will have the option to go up to Machu Picchu by bus or walking. Breakfast will be served from 04:00 am. The guided tour of the site will begin at 6:00 am and will last for at least 2 hours. Afterwards, you will be able to enjoy some free time until approximately 11:30 am, which is the recommended time to begin returning down the mountain to the train station. The train back to the hydroelectric plant will be leaving Aguas Calientes at 1:30 pm (the train ticket has an additional cost), if you want to avoid the train you can walk for around 2 hours so have to leave at 12:30 from Aguas Calientes as transportation in Hidroeléctrica will wait only until 2:30 pm.
Upon our arrival to the hydroelectric plant, we will transfer you 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 restroom before we undertake the final leg of the ride. We will then proceed back to Cusco, returning down the same road that brought us here. We will arrive to Cusco around 10:00 pm (approx.)
Hiking time: 2hrs approx.
Travel time by car: 6hrs approx.
Important: Optionally, passengers who do NOT want to walk the section between Aguas Calientes and Hidroeléctrica can buy their train ticket at the same station. Please make an inquiry about it.
