Cusco a Machu Picchu Overland – Cultural 2-Day Tour

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Scenic Journey from Cusco via the Amazon Access Route: Begin your Machu Picchu tour with a panoramic drive along the Amazon access route, geographic transition between the highlands and the Peruvian jungle. Free Time in Aguas Calientes: Relax in the hot springs, explore local artisan markets, and stroll through this charming town. Machu Picchu Sunrise: Enjoy one of the most memorable moments of your trip watching the sunrise illuminate the majestic Inca citadel. Guided Tour of Machu Picchu: Explore the most important viewpoints with a professional guide. about architecture, and cultural significance of this world wonder Optional Hikes: Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain: Complete your adventure with these iconic hikes, offering views of Machu Picchu and the Andes.

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Cusco to Machu Picchu By Car 2 Days

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Day 01:The tour begins with hotel pick-up in Cusco between 6:00 You travel by tourist vehicle for 6–7 hours to Hidroeléctrica, Upon arrival, you enjoy an included lunch before starting the 10 km (2.5–3 hour) hike to Aguas Calientes, You arrive around 4:30–5:00 p.m, meet the staff, purchase Machu Picchu tickets if needed, and check in to your accommodation. Day 02:Early in the morning, you head to the Machu Picchu entrance either by bus, extra USD12 or on foot (about 1.5 hours). It’s important to arrive at the exact entry time on your ticket. Inside the citadel, you enjoy a guided tour of about 2.5 hours, After the visit you hike back to Hidroeléctrica and must arrive by 1:00 p.m. where a transfer assistant will guide you to the vehicle returning to Cusco.

Machu Picchu by car
Guided tour of Machu Picchu:
Cusco to Machu Picchu By Car 2 Days
Begin your hike to Aguas Calientes, tracing the footsteps of Hiram Bingham III.
Aguas Calientes
Reach Aguas Calientes, the gateway town to Machu Picchu.
Cusco to Machu Picchu By Car 2 Days
Take in the charming atmosphere of this small town nestled in the mountains
Cusco to Machu Picchu By Car 2 Days
Hike to Aguas Calientes with the Urubamba River accompanying you on one side.

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4.8
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4.8
Quality of transfer
4.3
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Review for: Cusco to Machu Picchu By Car 2 Days

Jose was fantastic, very accommodating and approachable, and did not leave us throughout our journey to Machu Picchu. He served as our guide from Cusco to Aguas Calientes. If you are looking for trusted guidance to Machu Picchu or other places to explore in Cusco, I highly recommend this tour and the amazing Jose as your guide. Hasta la vista!

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It was very good well organised trip with an excellent guide José Antonio. Our guide really took care of us as a good friend, and we were everywhere in time and could get the tickets to the sunrise on Machupicchu and that was incredible. Would recommend this tour if you wish to save money and nerves and enjoy the best experience in Machupicchu.

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Our trip was amazing!The guide was nice and friendly!Everything was fine and highly recommend you to book this tour,cause the price is so cheap in comparison with other tours to Machu Picchu.

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Choosing this guide for my Machu Picchu trip was an excellent decision. First, the service provided was outstanding for the price, and I was amazed by the value for money. Lunch was provided on the first day and was delicious. The guide's explanations were also very thorough, allowing me to explore the ruins while deeply understanding the historical background, which was very satisfying in terms of knowledge. What was especially wonderful was that they took plenty of time to show me around until I was completely satisfied. There was no rushing like in a group tour, and I was able to enjoy the scenery to my heart's content. Also, they provided dedicated support throughout the tour, and I am truly grateful that they didn't show any displeasure when I left something behind and diligently helped me search for it. Even during the trek, they took many photos at scenic spots and livened up the atmosphere, so I felt ingenuity everywhere to make the walking time itself enjoyable. They were always there for me from beginning to end, and thanks to this guide, it was a wonderful trip that will remain a lifelong memory.

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trip was amazing, Juan was an amazing tour guide, had excellent knowledge of macchu Picchu and some great secret photo spots, the itinerary was also well thought out and gave us flexibility to choose which paths we hiked thanks to Jose.

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Jose and his team provided us with a wonderful journey! Yoselin carefully coordinated everything, making the trip run smoothly. Gonzalo guided us through incredible landscapes, sharing fascinating knowledge about Peru's nature, ecology, and unique flora and fauna. Edgar brought Machu Picchu to life with his extensive knowledge of Inca civilization and history, giving us a deeper understanding of this ancient site. Throughout the entire trip, we truly felt the team's professionalism, care, and passion, which made us feel at ease. They are a very trustworthy and fantastic team! Highly recommended for anyone planning to visit Machu Picchu!

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They were so kind and helpful. I would definitely use their tours again.

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If the guide determined the route was dangerous due to rain or other factors, they suggested a safe alternative. I also felt reassured when landslides caused by rain prevented us from reaching our destination, as they consistently communicated and responded to the situation. The Machu Picchu guide also showed us photo spots and took many great pictures for us. The explanations were easy to understand, and they patiently answered all our questions. This tour deserves more than 5 stars. I'm so glad I chose this tour.

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We were taken care of by a kind and very friendly team who went out of their way to make sure everything went smoothly. We would have liked to spend a little more time (30 minutes more) at Machu Picchu to admire the site without a guide. The return trip to Cusco was a bit long by car (11 hours) due to traffic and road conditions. A big thank you to the team.

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I absolutely loved this Machu Picchu tour! The bus ride from Cusco was about 6+ hours, and then we hiked 10 kilometers to Aguas Calientes. For the return trip, I splurged on the train for a different experience. Our tour leader, Jose, was amazing – very attentive and considerate of everyone. He's a great guy!

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