Overview
If you are looking for a unique and exciting way to get to Machu Picchu, consider doing it by car 2 days 1 night. Although most visitors arrive at Machu Picchu via train or hiking, traveling by car will allow you to enjoy a more personalized and flexible trip.
To get to Machu Picchu by car, you must first get to the city of Cusco, the capital of the Inca Empire. From there, you can organize your trip, with a formal tourism company or tour operator, that will take you on this impressive trip. The car trip will take you approximately 4 hours, but it will allow you to enjoy beautiful landscapes and stop along the way to take photos or explore local villages. There will be a hike from Hidroeléctrica to Aguas Calientes for approximately 2 hours, along a pedestrian path with beautiful views.
If you are interested in discovering Machu Picchu by car, do not hesitate to contact us. We can help you plan your trip and provide you with all the information you need to enjoy this unique experience.
Departure: Everyday from : 07.00.a.m.
*Difficulty level depends very much on your fitness and acclimatization.
Useful Information
- Machu Picchu Tour by Car 2d/1n. Comfortable and quiet way to get to Machu Picchu.
- Opportunity to observe the landscape surrounding the Sacred Valley of the Incas and the natural path to the Inca citadel.
- Guided tour of Machu Picchu (early)
- Departure point: Cusco – We pick you up from your hotel.
- Departure time: 07:00.a.m
- Accommodation: Hotel our guide will visit your hotel to give you the tour information
- Tourist Transportation Service: optional service (Train hidroeléctrica – aguas calientes)
- Point of return: Cusco: our driver will leave you at your hotel
- Total Difficulty: Easy.
Overview Day to Day
- Day 01 – CUSCO – HIDROELÉCTRICA – AGUAS CALIENTES.
- Day 02.- MACHU PICCHU – HIDROELÉCTRICA – CUSCO.
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*CONDITIONS FOR THE WAYNAPICCHU AND MACHUPI PICCHU MOUNTAIN
Itinerary
Day 01 – CUSCO – OLLANTAYTAMBO- AGUAS CALIENTES.
Departure from Cusco 07.00.a.m: The trip begins in Cusco, usually in a van or minibus. The first part of the journey is on a paved road to the town of Santa Maria. This is a tropical area and gateway to the jungle of the city of Cusco. From Santa Maria, we continue to Santa Teresa, a small town famous for its hot springs. Here we will have a stop for lunch and a short break to relax, then we will continue the trip. From Santa Teresa, to the Hidroeléctrica station, the closest point to Machu Picchu that can be reached by vehicle.
Here begins our hike to Aguas Calientes. From Hidroeléctrica, you have to walk for about 2-3 hours (11 km), along a pedestrian path, following the train tracks to Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu Town). The hike is quite easy and follows a flat path, surrounded by nature and beautiful views.
- Tourist Bus: Cusco – Hidroeléctrica – Cusco
- Lunch / Dinner
- 01 night hotel in Aguas Calientes
Day 02. – MACHU PICCHU – CUSCO.
Very early the next day we will board the bus from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu. We will have a guide for approximately 2 hours to see the main places in the Inca city of Machu Picchu, and then return to the town of Aguas Calientes. Keep in mind that you only have to get to Puente Ruinas and from there you walk back to Hidroeléctrica. Here you can have lunch and board the transport back to Cusco at the established time, passing through Santa Teresa and Santa María again. Return time in Cusco 10.p.m approx.
- Breakfast in Aguas Calientes
- Aguas Calientes bus service – Machu Picchu
- Entrance to the city of Machu Picchu
- Professional guide service.
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Includes
WHAT IS INCLUDED
- Tourist Bus: Cusco – Hidroeléctrica – Cusco
- Lunch in Santa Teresa
- 01 night hotel in Aguas Calientes
- Breakfast in Aguas Calientes
- Bus service – Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu
- Entrance to the city of Machu Picchu
- Professional guide service.
DOES NOT INCLUDE:
- Extra expenses
- Feeding
- Tips
More Information
WHAT YOU NEED TO TAKE.
- Small backpack
- Documents
- Light clothes
- Personal hygiene supplies
- Extra money.
- Sun hat
- Warm coat
- Sunscreen
- Rain jacket / poncho (for safety)
- DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE:* If you are a student with a valid student card, please let us know because you will benefit from a discount on the entrance ticket to Machu Picchu
OPTIONAL SERVICES (NOT INCLUDED):
- Extra expenses
- Tips
PLEASE SEE: OUR TERMS AND CONDITIONS AND F.A.Qs
Price & Add – ons
Group Service: U$: 200
Discounts
- Under 18 years Discount: U$: 20
- Under 07 years Discount: U$: 35
Upgrades
- Sumaq Machu Picchu Hotel (5-star hotel) – U$:245 Per person
- Tierra viva Machu Picchu (3+ star hotel) – U$:50 Per person
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Reviews
fuimos atendidos por el senhor javier mendoza quien se encargo de todas nuestras necesidades, con su trabajo e invaluables informaciones, siempre dispuesto a responder nuestras preguntas y necesidades, meses antes... read more
August 20, 2018
Cerramos todos los paseos con él (montaña de colores, machu pichu, laguna humantay, valle sagrado y salineras), y todos fueron geniales. Javier fue muy atento, explicó sobre los paseos y... read more
January 1, 1970
Muy buena atencion de calidad,un viaje inolvidable,les recomiendo a todos ustedes que desean viajar y estar en contacto con la naturaleza...
January 1, 1970
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