Machu Picchu Tour with Huchuy Picchu Hike

Activity summary

Don’t wait any longer! Enjoy the best trip to Machu Picchu with an additional hike to the Huchuy Picchu Mountain!

If you consider yourself a traveler who is attracted by challenges and adventure, you can’t miss this incredible tour through the Peruvian Andes. The Machu Picchu Tour with the Huchuy Picchu hike is a complete experience, designed for travelers looking to explore the citadel and this enigmatic mountain that overlooks it.

Its meaning in Quechua is “Small Mountain” and has a height of 2,497 meters. However, you should not be fooled: its size is very imposing and seems to guard the Citadel, offering unique views of the Inca ruins. Its path is considered the easiest of the additional mountains, constituting a circuit of only one kilometer of stone paths.

Being one of the most popular tours in Peru, you will not fail to be amazed by the architectural treasures that the Incas have built long ago, without leaving aside the beautiful postcards of hillsides and forests. As if this were not enough, you will be able to enjoy excellent service, from the hands of the most qualified professionals in tourism.

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Itinerary

Machu Picchu Guided Tour with Huchuy Picchu Hike – Full Itinerary

4:00 – 7:00 | Transfer from Cusco to Machu Picchu

Your day begins early with pickup from your hotel in Cusco, followed by shared transportation to the Ollantaytambo train station. From there, you will board a scenic train through the Andes to the town of Aguas Calientes.

Upon arrival, a Guru Explorers representative will provide clear instructions on how to board the tourist bus to Machu Picchu and where to meet your guide.

You will then proceed on your own to the boarding area to take the tourist bus up to the entrance of the Machu Picchu Historic Sanctuary.

7:00 – 15:00 | Machu Picchu Guided Tour & Huchuy Picchu Hike

At the entrance to Machu Picchu, or at the previously arranged meeting point, you will meet your professional guide and begin your guided tour following Circuit 3.

During the tour, you will explore some of the most important areas of the lower citadel, including:

Temple of the Sun
House of the Inca
Three Doorways sector
Ceremonial fountains
Sacred Rock

Throughout the experience, your guide will share insights into the history, significance, and architecture of Machu Picchu, while answering any questions you may have.

After the guided tour, you will begin the hike to Huchuy Picchu Mountain.

This hike is short and takes approximately 1.5 hours round trip. It is considered easy to moderate, with some sections of stone steps. It is an excellent option for travelers who want to add an extra experience without taking on a more demanding hike.

From the summit, you will enjoy unique panoramic views of Machu Picchu and its surroundings, offering a different perspective of the site.

If you would like your guide to accompany you during the hike, this service can be added at the time of booking.

15:00 – 21:00 | Return to Cusco

After completing the hike, you will descend back to Aguas Calientes and board your return train.

Upon arrival at the station, shared transportation will be waiting to take you back to Cusco. Once in the city, you will be dropped off directly at your hotel in the Historic Center.

If you prefer, you may request a private transfer from the train station to your hotel in Cusco, traveling directly without shared transportation.

Note

All times are approximate and may vary depending on Machu Picchu entry availability and train schedules.

Include

The price of the Machu Picchu Tour with Huchuy Picchu Mountain includes:

Briefing one day before the tour.
Private guided tour in Spanish, English, or Portuguese during the Circuit 3 visit of the Machu Picchu citadel (please inquire about availability for other languages).
Machu Picchu entrance ticket: Circuit 3 + Huchuy Picchu Mountain (the mountain hike is optional and available during the high season).
All transportation included for the tour:
- Pickup from your hotel in Cusco’s Historic Center. If the vehicle cannot access the entrance directly, a nearby meeting point will be provided. For accommodations outside the Historic Center, a meeting point or additional transportation can be arranged at an extra cost.
- Round-trip shared transportation between Cusco and the train station (private upgrade available).
- Round-trip train tickets (tourist class).
- Round-trip bus tickets between Aguas Calientes and Machu Picchu.
- Return transfer to your hotel in Cusco’s Historic Center.

Not included

The price of the Machu Picchu + Huchuy Picchu tour does not include the following:

Tips
Meals or beverages
Guide accompaniment during transfers, in the town of Aguas Calientes, or during the ascent to Huchuy Picchu Mountain. Guiding services are provided only within the Machu Picchu ruins, along Circuit 3. If you would like a guide during the hike to Huchuy Picchu Mountain, you may request this service at the time of booking.

Upgrade (recommended)

Private transportation (car or SUV, depending on the number of passengers) from Cusco to the train station and back: USD 19 per person, per leg (based on 3 passengers).

Recommendations

What to bring for the Machu Picchu + Huchuy Picchu tour?

Choose comfortable, suitable footwear for walking, a warm jacket, a hat or cap, gloves, sunglasses, sunscreen, insect repellent, water, and rain gear or a poncho (especially from November to April).
Passport or ID.
Travel insurance (recommended).
Devices for photos and videos (phone, camera, video camera).
Cash (preferably in Peruvian soles). Please note that restroom use in Peru usually has a small fee.

Considerations

What should you keep in mind when taking the Machu Picchu + Huchuy Picchu Mountain tour?

Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
People with heart conditions, respiratory issues, or reduced mobility should consult a doctor before participating in this activity.
Due to environmental, climatic or other factors beyond our control, the itinerary of the trip may vary. If so, we will notify you in a timely manner.
Remember that, since these are outdoor activities, the natural features of the landscape may vary depending on weather conditions and the natural daylight. Each visit is an authentic experience, where nature reveals itself in unique and unrepeatable ways.

Not Allowed:

Pets.
Smoking.
Large suitcases or bags.

Not recommended for:

Wheelchair users.

Terms and conditions

According to Peruvian regulations, foreign tourists may be exempt from the local tax IGV (VAT). As a formal and registered travel agency, we are required to submit to the local authorities a copy of the document you used to enter the country, as well as your date of entry. For this reason, a few days before your arrival, we will contact you to request a photo of that document and ask you to let us know the date you entered Peru. If we do not receive this information, we will be required to add the 18% corresponding to the IGV tax.

Thank you for your cooperation!

Cancellation Policy:

More than 15 days: The penalty is 130 USD.
Between 7 and 15 days: The penalty is 180 USD.
Less than 7 days: The penalty is 100% of the total.

Date changes:

More than 15 days: The penalty is 80 USD.
Between 7 and 15 days: The penalty is 100 USD.
Less than 7 days: The penalty is 100% of the total.

There will be no refunds in case of delayed flights, train delays, bad weather, or other external factors.

Force Majeure Policy

Guru Explorers values your time and strives to adhere to the itinerary. However, the itinerary may be affected by force majeure events such as weather, rain, natural disasters, protests, roadblocks, or other circumstances beyond our control. In such cases, no refunds or compensations will be issued, as these are unforeseen and unavoidable situations. Nonetheless, we will do everything possible to offer alternatives and efficient solutions for your enjoyment. Any additional costs arising from changes or alternative activities will be the responsibility of the client and not of Guru Explorers.

Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

How difficult is the Huchuy Picchu hike?

The route to Huchuy Picchu is relatively easy and consists of approximately 1 kilometer (0.6 miles) of stone paths built during the Inca period.

Can you get to Machu Picchu without taking the bus?

Yes. From Aguas Calientes, it is possible to reach Machu Picchu on foot. However, this will depend on your itinerary and available time. The hike takes approximately 1 to 1.5 hours and follows a steep trail with stairs.