About this experience
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.
At a glance
- Duration: 48 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 48 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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What is 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
Not included
- Day 1 breakfast
- Day 2 lunch and dinner
- Personal expenses
- Tips for the driver and guide (optional)
Itinerary and highlights
See the overview, available options and booking details for the experience schedule.
Meeting and pickup information
- 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.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Inca Jungle en Capsulas
Accessibility and practical details
- 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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