Machu Picchu By Bus Tour (2 Days)
Machu Picchu By Bus Tour (2 Days)
Tour Type
Cultural Tours Peru
Group Size
12 people
Duration
2 Days
Our journey to Machu Picchu by Bus Tour offers a more relaxed visit to the ancient Inca Citadel for those who prefer a leisurely pace when visiting Machu Picchu.
For many travelers to Peru and South America, visiting Machu Picchu is the highly anticipated climax of their journey or one of its most eagerly awaited highlights.
Situated in a breathtaking location, it stands as the most famous archaeological site in the continent. This remarkable ancient city remained hidden from the conquering Spaniards and was virtually lost to history until the early 20th century.
Itinerary
Departure from Cusco
We’ll pick you up between 7:30 and 8:00 am from your hotel or a designated meeting point to begin our luxurious vehicle journey to Machu Picchu.
As we travel through the Sacred Valley, you’ll experience diverse towns and the climate changes of the Andes Mountain Range, ending in the lush tropical regions.
Our first stop is Huaman Marca, where a delightful buffet lunch awaits. Following lunch, we’ll drive to Hidroelectrica, marking the start of our hike to the picturesque town of Aguas Calientes.
This trek promises stunning views of the surrounding landscape. Upon arrival in Aguas Calientes, our knowledgeable guide will accompany you to your hotel for a comfortable night’s stay and a delicious dinner.
The next morning, your guide will outline the itinerary for the following day before you indulge in a relaxing soak in the hot springs (S./5), should you choose to do so.
Machu Picchu
We’ll commence our hike to Aguas Calientes at 4:00 AM (or optionally take a bus for USD 12 – one way), which will take approximately an hour and a half.
We aim to enter the citadel early to witness the clearing clouds as the first rays of daylight illuminate the Inca citadel, Machu Picchu.
Led by our certified guide, you’ll have a two-hour guided tour exploring the significance of each area within the citadel. Afterwards, you’ll have time to stroll, take photos, or opt for a hike up Huayna Picchu or visiting Machu Picchu Mountain (additional tickets required).
Around 11:30 am, we’ll return on foot to the town of Aguas Calientes, where we’ll catch the 1:20 pm train to Hidroelectrica. Our transport will be waiting to take us back to the city of Cusco.
Included
- Bi-Lingual Guide
- Meals
- Transport
- Entrance Fees
- Accommodation
Not Included
- Guide Service Fee
- Any Private Expenses
Packing List
- Original passport and Student ISIC card (if applicable), and some copies
- Travel insurance (and some copies)
- Daypack to carry your things
- Sunblock and sunglasses
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TripAdvisor Reviews
At Peru Jungle Trips, we work every day to exceed our travelers’ expectations. The reviews on TripAdvisor reflect the commitment, dedication, and quality we bring to every journey through Peru. Thanks to our clients’ trust, we continue creating unique experiences surrounded by nature and Andean culture.
Martin Sanchez
2 months ago
The service, information, and support provided throughout our stay in Peru were excellent. Cusco, Machu Picchu, and the Peruvian Amazon... everything went perfectly. Thank you to the entire team, especially Pedro, Marcos, and Jorge.
Marina Montero Lemes
2 months ago
The Inca Trail was a tough, demanding, and undoubtedly unforgettable experience. We were a group of seven friends, and during the adventure, we were also fortunate enough to share the trail with four Germans, with whom we formed a great team.
Much of our enjoyment of the challenge was thanks to our guide, Dario. He not only accompanied us throughout the trek but also brought us closer to the culture and history of the Inca Trail in a way that made each stage much more meaningful.
We also want to give special thanks to Fredy, our second guide, who was always attentive and, along with Dario, ensured our safety and comfort at all times.
But above all, we want to say a few words to the 13 porters who made our expedition possible. Their effort, kindness, and dedication deeply impressed us. Without them, completing the Inca Trail would not have been possible. We have immense admiration and respect for the entire team that worked behind the scenes on this experience.
And we can't forget our amazing cook, who ensured we regained our strength each day by preparing delicious, hearty, and comforting meals. After each day's trek, finding a meal like that was a true reward.
All the equipment provided by the company was in excellent condition and perfectly suited to the challenge: spacious tents, comfortable sleeping mats, and cold-weather sleeping bags that kept us warm at night.
We returned home with incredible memories and, above all, with profound admiration for everyone who made this experience possible. Thank you to the entire team for accompanying us, taking care of us, and making this Inca Trail an experience we will never forget.
Lena
2 months ago
We did 3 trips with this organisation and we can recommend all of them. The first one was a four day trip to the Jungle. It was amazing, our group was small (only 6 people and we were 4 of them). Our guide Josef (José) was really great and he shared tons of informations. We also saw a lot of animals, but that is obviously luck. Our other trips were a tour to maras and moray and a hike to the lake Humantay. They were also really nice and we enjoyed them a lot. Briefing, organization and transport were perfect and we never worried about a thing. The guides were all very knowledgeable. We would definitely book with them again.
rhea baimakou
2 months ago
I had this wonderful experience of the 3 days tour in Tambopata. We changed two lodges and we did the full adventure tour.The guides were professional, everything organized and our agent was always available!!!! Absolutely no problem. Ivan ,the second guide we had at the lodge near to the Sandoval lake was excellent. I recommend Peru jungle as a very professional and well organized agency. Thank you .
Eleftheria 😊
Rebecca Walli
2 months ago
We thoroughly enjoyed this experience. The lodge is beautifully situated, and you can even observe animals from the lodge during the day. The activities are fantastic, and the guides, Ivan and Carlos, are very knowledgeable about the animals, plants, and local culture. There's also time to relax and enjoy some downtime without any activities. We declined the sport fishing activity for animal welfare reasons, and the guides immediately offered us an alternative. Excellent! The food was also good. Overall, a truly wonderful experience.
Alice Buchanan
5 months ago
Great trip to the Manu Reserve Zone. Lots of fantastic wildlife seen including Caimen, Monkeys, Snakes and lots of birds. Thank you to the team for making it a fantastic experience with great food.
Alberto Alva
12 months ago
Very attentive and punctual, as well as very well organized.
Chris
1 year ago
I had an excellent experience with Peru Jungle Trips!
I was in Cusco and wanted to visit the jungle originally thinking Tambopata, overwhelmed with options. My desire was to visit the Amazon and be deep in the jungle with few people. I walked into the office and met Pedro who talked with me for over half an hour explaining different options. Ultimately, Pedro told me that Manu National Park is the place to be in the jungle with few people. Pedro helped me book a 6 day tour in Manu National Park 2 days later.
It is hard to describe how special Manu national park was. The trees, the wildlife, the river, seeing uncontacted Natives, and hearing all of the jungle sounds.
I would not have experienced Manu National Park without Pedro and Peru Jungle Trips.
I highly recommend this business!
Also thank you Celia for your kindness and the Poncho :)
Ravi Boddapati
1 year ago
Pedro recommended the tour to Machu Picchu via Hydroelectrica route understanding my preference to hike whenever possible. He listened to my questions and came up with the appropriate advice. Not only that, Pedro is very knowledgeable of Inca history and relevant places of interest around Cusco. Thanks to Pedro - I was able to visit Saqsaywaman, Temple of the Moon and Kusilluchayoc!
Arturo Pérez
1 year ago
Excellent service, the guide Marcos was always attentive, a great experience
Andrea Vazquez
1 year ago
Thanks to them, we got to know incredible places in Peru. The person who helped us via WhatsApp was super friendly and attentive.
Thanks to the entire team because it was a wonderful experience.
Don't miss the tour to the Ballestas Islands and the dunes in Ica. Carlos, the man who drove the buggy, was very nice and super friendly, taking our photos and everything!
Thank you, thank you.
alfonso lede
1 year ago
Excellent service and attention from Peru Trips
Manuel Etcheverry
1 year ago
Excellent, very organized. We took the 7-day tour to Manu and Machu Picchu. The agency was always very attentive to us. The food in the jungle was excellent, as were the hikes. The guides, Lucho and Rubén, were excellent.
de toffol Dino
1 year ago
The Sacred Valley tour is highly recommended with Pedro Peru Jungle Tour. Excellent service and very affordable. Ask for the all-inclusive package. Don't miss it.
Joan Perez
1 year ago
A great experience without a doubt. I took the 7 day tour to the reserved area of the manu and it was fantastic. The guide was very friendly, the cook always made good food and all the drivers/crew were very professional.
In the reserve we could find many types of fauna and the guide gave information at all times and knew many species.
Emiliano Galuppo Gaete
1 year ago
Excellent tour (4 days, 3 nights) including the first morning at the Belén market. Very friendly. They fulfilled the itinerary with some flexibility and accommodated some minor requests we had. The accommodations are simple and have electricity and internet a couple of hours a day, but most of the time you'll be exploring the surrounding area, almost always by motorboat. Kevin, our guide, was pleasant and interesting; definitely a recommended experience.
Lanasia Valenzuela
1 year ago
If you’re looking for more than just a trip, and want to feel the energy of the Amazon while being guided by someone who truly embodies the spirit of the land, ask for Kevin.
From the moment I arrived in Peru, Peru Jungle Trips made everything feel effortless and personal. Pedro, the owner, greeted me at the airport with a warm, open energy that immediately set the tone for the rest of the journey. He thoughtfully organized both parts of my trip, first to Cusco and Machu Picchu, then deep into the Amazon jungle, handling every detail with care, sincerity.
What made it even more special was the consistency throughout the experience. Every driver and guide I encountered shared the same heartfelt energy. They were easy to find, always on time, and carried a calm presence that helped everything feel aligned. It allowed me to move through the journey with ease and actually enjoy the experience without stressing over logistics.
Then there was Kevin, my guide in the jungle, who took the experience to another level. With a sacred presence and deep knowledge of the land, he didn’t just show me the jungle, he helped me connect with it. He was a kind and gentle spirit, who was fully present. His guidance felt personal and grounded.
Peru Jungle Trips is more than a travel service. It is an experience curated by people who genuinely care. I’m grateful to have found it, and I would recommend it to anyone looking for something meaningful and real❤️
Sam Hawkins
1 year ago
My girlfriend and I spent 4 days and 3 nights in the Amazon with Peru Jungle Trips. We couldn't recommend them highly enough, every day was a truly unique experience from fishing for piranha and having them for lunch, feeding and hanging out with monkeys, learning about the medicinal properties of the plants and swimming in the amazon river near pink dolphins. The food at the lodge is amazing, they catered to my girlfriends vegetarian diet perfectly, and the atmosphere there is fantastic. The accommodation itself was great, very clean and comfortable and their hospitality really made you feel welcome. Our guide, Kevin, was extremely knowledgeable and explained everything to us and was flexible with his plans based on the weather and what we wanted to do. You must visit
Yilan Xiang
2 years ago
We had an amazing experience with Peru Jungle Trips! One thing that stood out to us was that during our tour of Belen market, they allowed us to buy fresh fish to be cooked at the lodge! Our guide Jorge was very enthusiastic and friendly, and he made our excursion from the lodge very enjoyable and informative. The lodge itself was very nice for how remote it was, with showers, WiFi access, and three tasty meals a day (including ones cooked with the ingredients we’d bought)! We also had the chance to get up close to sloths, monkeys, alligators, and even an anaconda! Unfortunately, my son got a middle ear infection and we had to leave early, but Jorge and the lodge manager, Jose, took incredibly good care of us by getting a speed boat back to Iquitos, accompanied us as a translator in the clinic, drove us around to find the prescription medication, and set us up with a hotel recommendation. They told us to contact them with our plans and were willing to accommodate us whether we wanted to do anything the next day or needed to be driven to the airport to fly out. The concern and consideration they showed was far beyond my expectations, and my son and I are immensely grateful to them for it. We 100% recommend them if you want a great experience in the Amazon, and would definitely tour with them again to complete our interrupted stay!!
B.B.
2 years ago
We spent three nights and four days in Manu National Park. The entire organization was just perfect. Everyone, truly everyone, went out of their way to make our jungle trip an absolute highlight. It was clear from the way our guides, Abel and Raul, conducted themselves that they are passionate about their work and eager to share this passion with the visitors. They love the jungle and aim to protect it while showing it to others. The chef cooks with such passion and is visibly interested in whether the visitors enjoy his food. He cooks a variety of healthy and incredibly tasty meals. Keep it up, everyone! The bus driver is very pleasant, navigates the serpentine roads very safely, and always keeps an eye out to scout for animals. Ultimately, you feel like part of a small family. You are a team. I highly recommend this team. Thank you, dear team, for the unforgettable days with you!
Harry GB
2 years ago
I recently went on a 3-day rainforest tour and it was fantastic! Our guide (Raoul) was knowledgeable, enthusiastic and fun to hang out with. Manu reserve was stunning. The tour was well organized, with the guide being flexible to how we were felling / what we wanted to do next. I highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for adventure and natural beauty!
Price per person
$150USD