Aguas Calientes
Aguas Calientes
Aguas Calientes

Aguas Calientes Tours and Tickets

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If you're visiting Machu Picchu, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, there’s a good chance you'll pass through the small pueblo of Aguas Calientes en route. This gateway town to Peru’s famous Incan ruins sits nestled in a valley of cloud forest, where a series of natural hot springs gives the town its name.

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Vianca_C, May 2023
Great history content, and and great instagram pictures
Great experience! Eduardo is ver knowledgeable and will give you all the details you need to know about Machu Picchu and the Inca Empire. I will highly recommend this tour. Another great part is that he makes sure you take the best pictures.
Paul_M, Sep 2022
Fabulous Tour with Audio Devices
We had a fabulous tour of Machu Picchu with Edward of Inca Travel Peru. The audio ear pieces provided perfect clarity of Edward’s commentary especially in crowded areas. He was very informative and enthusiastic. The only thing more spectacular was, of course, the awesome scenery. Paul & Leslie Monahan, California, USA
Allegra_B, Jun 2022
Totally worth the investment
We paid extra for a private tour, which was totally worth the money. Great storytelling and made sure we had our schedule sorted as the new circuits can be confusing. 11/10.
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Q:How many days do you need in Aguas Calientes?
A:Most travelers stay one night in Aguas Calientes if they're getting up early to hike or take the bus to Machu Picchu. However, if you want to relax after a long day of exploring the archeological site, it's nice to spend a second night in the small, yet well-equipped town.
Q:How do you get around Aguas Calientes?
A:The compact size of Aguas Calientes makes it easy to explore on foot. The Aguas Calientes train station—from which trains to Ollantaytambo and Cusco depart—is right in the center of town and a short walk from most restaurants and hotels. It takes between 1.5–2 hours to walk to Machu Picchu.
Q:How hard is the walk from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu?
A:The walk from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu is considered difficult as the 2-mile (3.5-kilometer) trek is nearly all uphill via steep stone steps. It generally takes around two hours for travelers of a moderate fitness level to complete, but you can also take the bus to the site instead.
Q:Is Aguas Calientes safe?
A:Yes, Aguas Calientes is considered very safe. It's a small town with a large tourist community, so it’s nearly always busy and hailed as one of the safest places in Peru. Like most areas though, keep a close eye on your belongings and avoid going out alone at night.
Q:What is Aguas Calientes Peru known for?
A:Aguas Calientes, Peru, is known for being the gateway to Machu Picchu—one of the New 7 Wonders of the World. It's also known for its warm waters (the translation of its name) from the hot springs you can soak in after a strenuous trek to the UNESCO-listed archeological site.
Q:When is the best time of year to visit Aguas Calientes?
A:The best time to visit Aguas Calientes is between April and October when the weather is dry and sunny—the ideal conditions for exploring Machu Picchu. November through March is the wet season, and while you can still visit Machu Picchu year-round, there's a much higher chance of downpours.