Cusco to Machu Picchu By Car 2 Days

Peru



Affordable 2-day Cusco to Machu Picchu car trip offers a scenic hike following Hiram Bingham's route, including meals, entrance, guide, and accommodation.

Highlights

  • Scenic Drive through Sacred Valley, offering stunning views of the Andes
  • Enjoy a delicious lunch before embarking on a hike to Aguas Calientes
  • Spend the night in Aguas Calientes and explore the city at your leisure.
  • Enjoy a comprehensive two-hour guided tour of the ancient citadel, Machu Picchu

Description

The two-day Cusco to Machu Picchu car journey starts with a scenic drive from Cusco through the Sacred Valley, with stops to enjoy the changing landscapes from Andes to Amazon. Upon reaching Hidro Eletrica, enjoy a traditional lunch before embarking on a 2.5-hour hike to Aguas Calientes, tracing Hiram Bingham III's path. Stay overnight in Aguas Calientes, where you can explore local shops, relax in natural hot springs, and prepare for the next day's adventure with a guide briefing. The following morning, hike or bus to Machu Picchu's entrance. Experience a comprehensive two-hour guided tour, learning the site's history from local experts. Opt for extra treks like Huayna Picchu or Sun Gate for stunning views. After exploring, hike to Hidro Eletrica to meet your return transport, arriving back in Cusco by 09:30 PM.

Includes

Round trip transport from Cusco to HidroElectrica Bi-Lingual Guide (English and Spanish) 01 Lunch, 01 Dinner and 01 Breakfast 01 Night accommodation in Aguas Calientes Entrance to Machu Picchu

Excludes

Bus from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu and back (USD 12 each way) Optional Entrance to the hot springs of Aguas Calientes (5 Soles) Optional Train tickets from Hidro Electrica to Aguas Calientes and back Machu Picchu Mountain and Huayna Picchu tickets Other personal expenses Tips and gratuities Travel Insurance

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

Trusted local guides, read by millions every month

  • 2006 online since
  • 26.2M page views a month across the network
  • 14 languages

180+ destination guides, one network

Every guide covers a single destination on its own website, with events, restaurants, things to do and places to stay chosen from local recommendations.

My Guide Network Locations

Nearby Destinations

Add to your trip

Add your travel dates so we can place this on the right day, or save it for later.

Added to your trip Added to day {[{trip.toast.day}]}, MorningAfternoonEvening Saved to your trip Already in your trip Transfer saved to your trip Save your trip to get fresh suggestions Staying in {[{trip.toast.label}]} Base cleared Trip deleted Link copied Could not save your trip Something went wrong, please try again