2 Day Machu Picchu & Capsule Adventure by Car

5.0 (3 reviews) Cusco, Peru
Duration2 days
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 10 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Explore Cusco’s iconic sites, experience thrilling adventures, relax in hot springs, and sleep in a unique capsule hotel suspended in the mountains for a once in a lifetime experience.

What's included

  • Machu Picchu entrance ticket (subject to availability)
  • Round trip bus ticket: Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu Citadel
  • Transportation from Cusco to Santa Teresa
  • Transportation from Ollantaytambo to Cusco
  • Professional guided tour in Machu Picchu
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • Private transportation: Santa Teresa → Cocalmayo Hot Springs → Capsule Hotel → Hidroeléctrica
  • Entrance ticket to Cocalmayo Hot Springs
  • Train ticket: Aguas Calientes → Ollantaytambo
  • Day 1 breakfast
  • Day 2 lunch and dinner
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips for the driver and guide (optional)

What to expect

Day 1: Cusco – Santa María – Santa Teresa
  1. Cusco
    5h
    Hotel Pickup and Scenic Journey through the Andes
    Your guide will pick you up from your hotel in Cusco to begin an unforgettable journey from the high Andes toward the lush cloud forest and jungle regions. Travel through breathtaking landscapes, passing traditional villages and spectacular mountain views.

    Andean Landscapes and Abra Málaga Pass
    Enjoy a scenic drive through the Sacred Valley region and across the impressive Abra Málaga Pass, surrounded by snow-capped peaks and deep valleys. The route gradually descends from the high Andes into the warmer tropical environment of Santa Teresa, known for its coffee plantations and jungle scenery.
  2. 5h
    Arrival in Santa Teresa and Lunch
    Upon arrival in Santa Teresa, enjoy a relaxing local lunch surrounded by beautiful mountain and jungle landscapes. This peaceful town is a gateway to adventure activities and the alternative route to Machu Picchu.

    Zipline Adventure and Coffee Experience
    After lunch, experience an exciting zipline adventure over the Santa Teresa valley, including multiple zipline cables, a Tibetan bridge crossing, and canopy walks above the jungle. You will also learn about local coffee production, discovering traditional farming techniques from local experts.
  3. Banos Termales de Cocalmayo
    2h · Admission ticket included
    Cocalmayo Hot Springs Relaxation
    Later, visit the famous Cocalmayo Hot Springs, natural thermal pools surrounded by lush jungle and mountain scenery. Relax in the warm mineral waters while enjoying one of the most peaceful natural settings in the region.
  4. 45m
    Transfer to the Capsule Hotel
    After the hot springs experience, a private transfer will take you comfortably to your glass capsule dome hotel, where you will spend the night surrounded by nature and spectacular views of the river and mountains.
Day 2: Santa Teresa – Machu Picchu – Cusco
  1. 45m
    Breakfast with Mountain and River Views
    Start your day with a scenic breakfast from your glass capsule dome, overlooking the river and the surrounding mountains. Enjoy a peaceful sunrise before continuing your Machu Picchu adventure.
  2. 2h · Admission ticket included
    Transfer to Hidroeléctrica
    After breakfast, a private transfer will pick you up from the capsule hotel and take you to Hidroeléctrica, where you will board the train to Aguas Calientes. The route offers beautiful views of rivers, waterfalls, and lush jungle landscapes.
  3. Aguas Calientes
    45m
    Train Journey to Aguas Calientes
    Board a comfortable train from Hidroeléctrica to Aguas Calientes, traveling through the spectacular cloud forest and along the Urubamba River as you approach the legendary Machu Picchu sanctuary.
  4. Machu Picchu
    3h
    Guided Visit to Machu Picchu
    Explore the world-famous Machu Picchu Inca Citadel with a professional guide. Learn about its fascinating history, advanced Inca architecture, and cultural significance while enjoying panoramic views of the ruins and surrounding Andean mountains.
  5. Cusco
    5h
    Return to Cusco
    After your visit, take the train back to Ollantaytambo, followed by transportation back to your hotel in Cusco. Relax and reflect on your unforgettable journey through the Andes, jungle landscapes, and the iconic sanctuary of Machu Picchu.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Your guide will pick you up from your hotel in Cusco to start the tour. Please be ready on time to fully enjoy the day and make the most of this unique experience.

Additional information

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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