Circuit 2 Machu Picchu
Classic Machu Picchu Route
Circuit 2 Machu Picchu is the classic route of the guide tour of Machu Picchu. These circuits offers a comprehensive exploration of the Inca citadel, allowing visitors to delve into its rich history and stunning architecture. This route takes you through the main archaeological sites, including the Temple of the Sun, the Room of the Three Windows, and the Sacred Plaza. You’ll also have the opportunity to walk along the lower terraces, providing unique perspectives of the ruins and the surrounding Andean landscape.
The circuit is designed for a thorough yet manageable visit, typically lasting around 2-3 hours. It’s ideal for those looking to experience the essential highlights of Machu Picchu without the strenuous hikes associated with other circuits. Remember to book your tickets in advance, as daily visitor numbers are limited. There two circuit to Machu Picchu:
- Circuit 2 Machu Picchu: Classic Route
- Circuit 2 Machu Picchu: Lower Terrace.
Route A: Designed Classic Route
This route also allows you to capture the iconic photo of Machu Picchu, but from a platform below the Guardian’s House, known as ‘Circuit 2’. After taking the best photos, the route continues through the urban and religious sector of Machu Picchu, offering the opportunity to explore sites such as the Temple of the Sun, the Main Temple, the Temple of the Three Windows, the Sacred Rock, the Temple of the Condor (or the Water Mirrors), the Water Fountains, and the agricultural sector.
This circuit has a maximum duration of 2 hours and 30 minutes and is considered the most comprehensive and recommended tour inside Machu Picchu.
Places to visit on this circuit 2 Machu Picchu
- Lower platform (Guardian’s House).
- Entry to the urban sector.
- Quarry sector.
- Viewpoint of the temple of the sun.
- Botanical Garden.
- Main temple.
- Temple of the 3 windows.
- Sacred Rock.
- Eastern Qolcas.
- Hall of mirrors or Temple of the condor.
Approximate travel time: maximum 2.5 hours
Route A: Designed Classic Map:
Route B: Lower Terrace Route
This sub-circuit offers a slightly shorter route while still providing the opportunity to capture the classic photo of Machu Picchu from a lower terrace. After taking your photos, the tour continues through the urban and religious sectors, where visitors can explore significant Inca temples and enclosures, such as the Temple of the Sun, the Main Temple, the Temple of the Three Windows, the Sacred Rock, the Temple of the Condor (or the Water Mirrors), the Water Fountains, and the agricultural sector.
This circuit also has a maximum duration of 2 hours and 30 minutes and is highly recommended.
Places to visit on this circuit 2 – B
- Entry to the urban sector.
- Quarry sector.
- Viewpoint of the temple of the sun.
- Botanical Garden.
- Main temple.
- Temple of the 3 windows.
- Sacred Rock.
- Eastern Qolcas.
- Hall of mirrors or Temple of the condor.
Approximate travel time: maximum 2.5 hours
Route B: Lower Terrace Map:
