Machu Picchu By Car (2 Days)

4.5 (4 reviews) Cusco, Peru
Duration2 days
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Now Machu Picchu is not more difficult to know or expensive, (Now it is cheaper and easy) For that reason was created one new alternative route to the traditional train travel route. This trip is for a new paved path from Cusco to Santa Maria then until Hidroeléctrica it is unpaved route, totally 6 hours by car with some stops along the way, like for picture and for lunch. For that reason it is not necessarily to use the expensive train services, After the trip by car we will walk around 2 or 3 hours until Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu pueblo), during the trip you will enjoy beautiful landscapes, valleys, snow-capped mountains, high forest full of flora and rivers that descend from the top of mountains with very clear water and some villages of the local people are very friendly plowing pleasant trip to Inca city of Machu Picchu.

What's included

  • Cusco Hotel Transfer
  • Guided tour of Machu Picchu
  • 1 Night's accommodation in Aguas Calientes
  • Private guided tour in English or Spanish
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • Entrance ticket to Machu Picchu
  • Train from Hidro Eletrica to Aguas Calientes and back
  • Bus from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu and back
  • Lunch on the second day

What to expect

Day 1: Cusco - Hidro Eletrica - Aguas Calientes
  1. Aguas Calientes
    8h
    We will be picking you up from you hotel in the historic centre of Cusco at 07:30 in the morning. We will then start our journey along the scenic route to Hidro Eletrica. Once here, we will stop for lunch before hiking to Aguas Calientes. At Aguas Calientes we will accomodate you in a hotel. At night, we will meet for dinner.
Day 2: Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu - Cusco
  1. Machu Picchu
    4h
    After having breakfast at your hotel, early in the morning we will start our trek upto the citadel of Machu Picchu (optionally you can take a bus on the way up for USD 12). Our guide would give you a complete tour of the Incan citadel. Upon completion of your tour you can start your hike back down to Aguas Calientes. You will then need to trek to Hidro Eletrica where our transport will be waiting for you
  2. Pass by
    How far in advance should I book tickets to Machu Picchu?
    To secure your spot at Machu Picchu, we recommend purchasing tickets online 2 to 3 months in advance. This will allow you to choose the date and time that best suit your plans, avoiding any last-minute issues. Tickets sell out quickly, so if you plan to buy them directly in Cusco, you risk not being able to get them.

    Booking recommendations based on the tour option:

    Machu Picchu + Mountain, Machu Picchu + Classic Postcard, Machu Picchu + Huayna Picchu, Machu Picchu + Lower Temples: Book 2 to 3 months in advance.

    Machu Picchu Classic Route, Machu Picchu Classic Route (Lower Terrace): Book 3 to 4 months in advance.

    Machu Picchu + Inca Bridge Temples, Machu Picchu + Temple of the Moon, Machu Picchu + Inti Punku: Book 1 to 2 months in advance.

    Machu Picchu + Huchuy Picchu: Book 3 months in advance.
  3. Pass by
    How far in advance should I book tickets to Machu Picchu?
    To secure your spot at Machu Picchu, we recommend purchasing tickets online 2 to 3 months in advance. This will allow you to choose the date and time that best suit your plans, avoiding any last-minute issues. Tickets sell out quickly, so if you plan to buy them directly in Cusco, you risk not being able to get them.

    Booking recommendations based on the tour option:

    Machu Picchu + Mountain, Machu Picchu + Classic Postcard, Machu Picchu + Huayna Picchu, Machu Picchu + Lower Temples: Book 2 to 3 months in advance.

    Machu Picchu Classic Route, Machu Picchu Classic Route (Lower Terrace): Book 3 to 4 months in advance.

    Machu Picchu + Inca Bridge Temples, Machu Picchu + Temple of the Moon, Machu Picchu + Inti Punku: Book 1 to 2 months in advance.

    Machu Picchu + Huchuy Picchu: Book 3 months in advance.
  4. Machu Picchu
    Pass by
    How far in advance should I book tickets to Machu Picchu?
    To secure your spot at Machu Picchu, we recommend purchasing tickets online 2 to 3 months in advance. This will allow you to choose the date and time that best suit your plans, avoiding any last-minute issues. Tickets sell out quickly, so if you plan to buy them directly in Cusco, you risk not being able to get them.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

We will be picking you up from your hotel within the historic centre of Cusco.
Please Note: This service doesn't include pick up in private residencies, example; Airbnb or hotels that are outside the historic centre.

Additional information

  • 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

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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