Machu Picchu by Car 2 Days / 1 Night
Cusco – Santa Teresa – Hydroelectric Station – Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu, Peru
Alternative 2-Day / 1-Night Car Tour to Machu Picchu
Approx. 14–16 km (11 km from Hydroelectric Station to Aguas Calientes + 3–5 km in Machu Picchu)
Young travelers, backpackers, or adventurers looking for an affordable way to visit Machu Picchu
Moderate (long but flat walk on Day 1; optional climb to Machu Picchu on Day 2)
More economical option but requires good physical condition Does not include bus from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu (available at extra cost)
Day 1: Cusco – Hydroelectric Station – Aguas Calientes
- 7:00 a.m. – Pick up from your hotel in Cusco.
- Travel by tourist transport along the Cusco – Santa Teresa – Hydroelectric Plant route (approx. 6-7 hours).
- Lunch en route (included).
- Approximately 3-hour walk (7 miles) from Hidroeléctrica to Aguas Calientes along a safe, flat route next to the train tracks.
- Arrival in Aguas Calientes and check-in at the hotel.
- Night in Aguas Calientes.
Day 2: Machu Picchu – Cusco
- Breakfast.
- 5:30 a.m. – Walk (1.5 hours) or optional bus to Machu Picchu (additional cost).
- 7:00 a.m. – Guided tour of approximately 2 hours through the main areas.
- Free time to explore on your own.
- Return on foot to Hidroeléctrica.
- 2:30 p.m. – Return to Cusco by tourist bus.
- Approximate arrival between 9:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m.
- Tourist transportation Cusco – Hydroelectric Plant – Cusco
- 1 lunch and 1 breakfast
- Entrance to Machu Picchu
- 1 night's hotel accommodation in Aguas Calientes
- Professional bilingual guide
- Assistance throughout the journey
- Cena
- Bus Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Aguas Calientes (optional)
- Entrance to Huayna Picchu Mountain or Machu Picchu Mountain (optional, advance booking required)
- Tuition fees
- Personal expenses
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