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Machu Picchu by Car
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Star -Cusco
End - Cusco
DURATION
2 Days - 1 Nigth
LANGUAGES
English/Espanish
DIFFICULTY
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Starting from
$ 150
per person
“Machu Picchu permits are limited and often sell out months in advance. We highly recommend booking early to secure your spot.”
Tour Details
Machu Picchu Holiday, invites you on this Machu Picchu 2 days tour. Explore Machu Picchu by car. This tour offers a different route to the ancient citadel. You’ll witness breathtaking views of the Andes Mountain.
On day one, our bilingual tour guide will lead you through the andes and peruvian jungle.
You will arrive to the Santa Teresa district. From there to the Hydroelectric Station. This is the last point of the bus ride.
Day two takes you to the iconic archaeological site of Machu Picchu. Our guided tour ensures you visit the main location of the Inca site. After exploring, you’ll descend to the town of Aguas Calientes. You will go back to the hydroelectric station to catch the bus back home.
This tour to Machu Picchu by car is unique. Avoid the crowded inca trail and enjoy a scenic drive not that well known. Machu Picchu Holiday Tours guarantees an unforgettable adventure. Book your tour and prepare for an adventure like no other with us.
Inclusions
✅ Round trip transportation between Cusco – Hydroelectric Station – Cusco
✅ 1 night accommodation in Aguas Calientes
✅ Entrance fee to Machu Picchu
✅ Guided tour of Machu Picchu
✅ Professional bilingual tour guide
✅ 1 breakfast, 1 lunch, and 1 dinner
Exclusions
❌ Meals not mentioned (additional lunches and dinners)
❌ Tips for the tour guide and driver
❌ Personal expenses
❌ Travel insurance
❌ Entrance to Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain
❌ Snacks and beverages
❌ Entrance to additional archaeological sites outside of the Machu Picchu tour
❌ Transportation to and from the Cusco airport
Things to carry
🟡 Comfortable hiking shoes
🟡 Light rain jacket or poncho
🟡 Sunscreen and sunglasses
🟡 Hat for sun protection
🟡 Insect repellent
🟡 Reusable water bottle
🟡 Snacks for energy
🟡 Personal medication
🟡 Camera or smartphone
🟡 Warm layers for cooler evenings
🟡 Cash for personal expenses
🟡 Original passport
🟡 Flashlight or headlamp
Tour Itinerary
Day 1 Journey to Aguas Calientes
The adventure begins early with Machu Picchu Holiday Tours. We’ll pick you up early from Cusco. First, we drive through the Sacred Valley of the Incas. The views of the Andes Mountain transform into jungle before your eyes.
Around midday, we’ll reach Santa Teresa, a town famous for the hot springs. Lunch will be here, before continuing to the Hydroelectric Station, the last stop for the bus.
You will walk for the next 3 hours to arrive at Aguas Calientes to rest for the day. We, as your tour operator, will manage all accommodations.
- Altitude: Start at 3,400m (Cusco) and end at 1,550m (Santa Teresa)
- Distance covered: Approx. 250 km by car
- Main places visited: Sacred Valley of the Incas, Santa Teresa, Hydroelectric
Station, Aguas Calientes
Day 2 Machu Picchu Exploration
We’ll leave early for Machu Picchu. The bus from Aguas Caliente to the citadel will be waiting for you. You will arrive at the citadel where you will have a guided tour. After that you will have some free time in the sanctuary.
After that the descent by bus. You will start the hike back to Hydroelectric Station. From there you will be picked up by the bus to return to Cusco by night.
- Altitude: Aguas Calientes (2,040m), Machu Picchu (2,430m)
- Distance covered: 12 km trek, plus exploration of the site
- Main places visited: Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu, Hydroelectric Station
Note on the Itinerary
Although we do our very best to adhere to the schedule listed above, this itinerary is subject to change for numerous reasons beyond our control. Reasons which may include incidents in the location where the trip will be operated, strikes, political disputes, entry or border difficulties, extreme bad weather, flight cancellations, and other unpredictable or unforeseeable circumstances which are beyond the reasonable control of MACHU PICCHU HOLIDAY and that MACHU PICCHU HOLIDAY is not liable for such changes or amendments. On some occasions, these conditions may demand us to deviate from our original schedule, in which case we will provide the best available alternative options. And we’ll make a great experience of it! However, some extra expenses may be incurred, these extra expenditures will be covered by the client in their totality and not by MACHU PICCHU HOLIDAY.
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FAQ's
How difficult is the trek to Aguas Calientes?
The trek is moderate, suitable for most travelers. It takes about 2-3 hours from the hydroelectric station to Aguas Calientes.
Can I visit Huayna Picchu during the tour?
Yes, but you must book the Huayna Picchu tickets in advance. They are not included in the tour price.
What should I bring on the tour?
Bring hiking shoes, rain gear, sunscreen, a hat, insect repellent, a water bottle, snacks, a camera, and a flashlight.
Where do we stay overnight?
You will stay in a comfortable accommodation in Santa Teresa, carefully selected by our team for your rest.
Is there an age limit for the tour?
No, but travelers should have a moderate fitness level due to the trekking and altitude involved.
How do we return to Cusco after the tour?
We return to Cusco by car from Santa Teresa, arriving in the evening of the second day
