2 Day Machu Picchu Tour by Car

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2 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

Discover the breathtaking landscapes of Peru and the majestic Andes Mountains on our Machu Picchu Tour 2 Days By Car. This is the most budget-friendly option to visit Machu Picchu, while still ensuring Good-quality meals, accommodations, and service. You’ll absolutely love this experience.

What's Included

Bilingual Guide: book 2 months in advance; otherwise, add a private guide. Contact us for more info.
Lunch
Dinner
Breakfast
Tickets to Machu Picchu (Circuit 2) need 2 months' advance booking; otherwise, add an extra night.
Touristic transportation from Cusco to Hidroelectrica Roundtrip
Breakfast on the first day, lunch and dinner on the last day.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

we can pick you up from any hotel or Airbnb in the city center. if your location is in a hill or in a walking street we can specify the pick up location later. in addition, if your hotel is outside the city center, at 6:30am we can pick you up from the water fountain in the Plaza de Armas.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Journey Through the Andes By Minivan and Hike to Aguas Calientes.

    1 stop
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    Aguas Calientes

    Our transport will pick you up at 7:00 am from your hotel in Cusco. We’ll start the journey to Ollantaytambo, where we’ll pause for 15 minutes to explore the area, purchase crafts, snacks, or use the restroom. We then continue to Abra Malaga, located at 4,316 meters, for a brief stop to capture photos of the stunning snowy Veronica. Next, we proceed to Hidroeléctrica, our final stop, where you’ll enjoy a delicious lunch. After a short break, we’ll begin our hike from the hydroelectric station to Aguas Calientes, where our lodge awaits. The hike takes about 2 hours and 30 minutes. In the evening, around 6 pm, we’ll savor a delightful group dinner. You’ll then have free time to explore Aguas Calientes or relax in the town’s hot springs.

    12 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 2

    Discover Machu Picchu and Return to Cusco.

    1 stop
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    Machu Picchu

    On the second day, we rise early at 4:00 am to start our hike to Machu Picchu. Your guide will meet you at the entrance to witness the stunning sunrise over the ruins. The ascent to the citadel takes approximately 40 minutes. After this magical experience, enjoy a 2-hour guided tour, where you’ll learn about the rich history of these ancient ruins. Following the tour, you’ll have time to explore Machu Picchu on your own. It is recommended to start your descent to Aguas Calientes by 11:00 am. This allows you to have lunch and then return to Hidroeléctrica. We’ll take a bus back to San Francisco Plaza in Cusco, arriving around 9:30 pm to 10:00 pm.

    17 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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