Machu Picchu by bus 2D1N

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Discover the adventurous side of visiting the ruins of Machu Picchu with this tour including a bus trip and the famous walk from the Hidroelectrica plant. Enjoy the nature of Cusco’s different regions until you reach Machu Picchu.

Machu Picchu by bus 2D1N

Machu Picchu Classic

7 972 f.a.s.l. (2 430 m)

Nature, landscape, adventure, ruins, history

Moderate

Group tour

English & Spanish

2 days / 1 night

Hidroeléctrica, Aguas Calientes y Machu Picchu

You are about to learn the most adventurous way of visiting Machu Picchu, while discovering landscapes surrounded by nature.

This alternative and affordable route to Aguas Calientes starts from the hostel in Cusco in the morning to begin the trip.

You will tour the entire Sacred Valley and travel on roads that connect the Peruvian Andes to the tropical jungle, visiting picturesque towns until you reach the Hidroelectrica Power Plant.

After a short break you will start this beautiful walk toward Aguas Calientes next to the train tracks.

Upon arriving at your lodging in Aguas Calientes, you will have time to explore the town and rest.

The next day you will be ready to climb the mountain and reach the Incas’ Sanctuary, where you’ll meet the guide who will tell you the history and myths of Machu Picchu’s legendary ruins.

After enjoying touring the ruins, you will return to Aguas Calientes on foot. Around noon we will walk back to Hidroeléctrica down the same path we left on. At the agreed time, the bus will be waiting for you to start the return trip to Cusco. You will arrive in the city at night.

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Why to book this tour with What a Trip?

• It is the most affordable option to reach Machu Picchu and at What a Trip we offer you the best prices.
• You will travel on safe and comfortable tourist transportation, the best alternative to get to the Hidroeléctrica.
• We pick you up from your hotel in downtown Cusco to travel directly to the Hidroeletrica.
• You will walk the famous Hidroeléctrica–Machu Picchu route.
• You will enjoy different landscapes and see much of the Andean nature.
• You can be one of the first groups of the day to visit Machu Picchu.
• You will arrive in the city of Cusco before 10 pm.

Day 1:
• We pick you up at the hostel in Cusco so you can take the bus to Hidroelectrica (approx. 7h). During the tour, we will make a stop for lunch.
• We arrive at Hidroelectrica and you start the walk toward Aguas Calientes (3 h).
• Once in Aguas Calientes, you head to your lodging to register.
• The guide's assistant arrives at the lodge to guide you through the steps to follow on this tour.
• You will have free time to walk around the town and rest.
Day 2:
• You have a good breakfast at your lodging.
• You meet the guide at the time and place arranged the night before.
• You go walking or by bus from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu (bus ticket not included).
• When you arrive at the citadel entrance gate, the main guide will be waiting for you.
• You start the guided tour visiting all of Machu Picchu (3 h).
• You have free time to walk around the ruins and take incredible pictures.
• You start the trip back to Aguas Calientes by bus (20 min) or on foot (about 1 h 30 min). (bus ticket not included).
• From Aguas Calientes, you start your walk back to Hidroelectrica (about 2 h).
• You arrive at Hidroelectrica (make sure you arrive on time).
• You return to Cusco by bus (the bus leaves at the agreed time).
• You arrive in downtown Cusco full of memories of your adventure at approx. 10:00 p.m.

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