7th wonder Machu Picchu + Huayna Picchu mountain
ID: GYG775395-1245101
Category:
Country: Peru
Duration:
1 days
Description
We will explore one of the wonders of the world, Machu Picchu, where we will learn more about the Inca culture and face a steep and challenging hike up the Huayna Picchu mountain.
(Please note that this tour must be booked 1 month in advance or you must check the availability of tickets to Machu Picchu for the desired date).
Huayna Picchu mountain, known as the “new mountain,” is situated behind the Inca city. Its steep trails offer a thrilling and adrenaline-filled challenge. Although the hike is not very extensive, at the top is the Temple of the Moon. It is not recommended for people who suffer from vertigo.
Itinerary:
-Pick up from hotel (near or within the historic center) at 4:00 am.
-Travel to Ollantaytambo station where we will board the train to the town of Aguas Calientes.
-Upon arrival to the town we will take a bus that will take us to the entrance gate to Machu Picchu.
-We will meet with the guide who will give us directions to reach the Huayna Picchu mountain on our own, we will have time to walk around part of the area.
-Then we will return and meet again with the guide to have our guided tour in the ruins of Machu Picchu.
-At the end of the time we will return by bus to the village where you will have time for lunch on your own.
-In the afternoon we will return by train to Ollantaytambo to board a bus to the city of Cusco.
-The tour ends leaving you at your hotel.
Highlights
- Enjoy lots of adrenaline on the Huayna Picchu mountain hike
- Walk around the citadel of Machu Picchu and learn about its history
- Enjoy an incredible view of the citadel of Machu Picchu.
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
-This tour will take place in sunny weather or according to the weather.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.