About this experience
Offer: Machu Picchu 2D / 1N visit Machu Picchu in the most economical way and where you will live an unforgettable experience, since you can appreciate beautiful landscapes and see a beautiful sunrise in the Inca city of Machu Picchu.
This route is also known as Machu Picchu by car, or hydroelectric route.
At a glance
- Duration: 48 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 48 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What is included
- 01 lunch, 01 dinner (first day).
- Entrance ticket to the Sanctuary of Machupicchu
- Professional guide (Spanish / English)
- Lunch
- Dinner
- 1 night of basic accommodation shared with other paxs in Aguas Calientes.
- 01 breakfast (second day)
- Tourist transport Cusco - Hydroelectric - Cusco
Not included
- Train Aguas calientes - Hydroelectric
- Bus Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu
- Accommodation in Cusco
- Entrance to the thermal baths
Itinerary and highlights
See the overview, available options and booking details for the experience schedule.
Meeting and pickup information
- At the agreed time we stop at your hotel to pick you up, and start our trip to Machu Picchu.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- DONPeruTours
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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