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Transport to Machu Picchu: Itinerary & Bus to Hidroelectrica

Discover the direct scenic overland route to Machu Picchu (via Hidroelectrica) with onboard Starlink Wi-Fi and daily departures from Cusco and Ollantaytambo. As official local operators, we guarantee instant confirmation and the flexibility to book only the legs you need. Please note that due to travel duration (6 hours per leg), round trips must take place on different days, allowing you to freely choose your return date on the calendar.

Itinerary

Departure times and stops along the route.

Cusco to Hidroeléctrica

  1. Meeting Point (Cusco)

    Cusco Main Square (Plaza de Armas). Check-in with the coordinator at the corner of Espaderos and Plateros streets, in front of the BCP ATM.

  2. Bus Departure

    Punctual departure heading directly to Hidroeléctrica.

  3. Pumas Restaurant

    30-minute stop for optional breakfast and restrooms.

  4. Ollantaytambo (2nd Boarding Point)

    Quick boarding for passengers in the Sacred Valley (Ollantaytambo entrance). Temporary boarding point due to road maintenance.

  5. Huyro

    15-minute technical stop for rest and hydration.

  6. Santa Teresa (Cocalmayo)

    First drop-off point for local passengers.

  7. Arrival at Hidroeléctrica

    Lunch stop. Start of the self-guided 10 km (2.5 hours) walk along the train tracks toward Aguas Calientes.

Hidroeléctrica to Cusco

  1. Return Walk

    Suggested time to start walking from Aguas Calientes to Hidroeléctrica (10 km / 2.5 hours).

  2. Bus Departure (Hidroeléctrica)

    Return boarding to Cusco at Restaurante Escobar (end point of the walk). Please arrive 20 minutes early at the private terminal for check-in.

  3. Santa Teresa (1st Boarding Point)

    Quick passenger boarding en route.

  4. Anita Restaurant (Alfamayo)

    30-minute technical stop for snacks and restroom use.

  5. Ollantaytambo (1st Drop-off)

    Quick stop for passengers ending their trip in the Sacred Valley.

  6. Arrival in Cusco

    End of service with direct drop-off at Plaza San Francisco.

Allowed Luggage

Each passenger is allowed one hand backpack in the cabin and one large backpack or small carry-on (maximum 15 kg) in the luggage compartment. For additional luggage, please coordinate with our team in advance.