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Amazon Access 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.

Outbound Journey

  1. Meeting Point (Cusco)

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    Cusco Main Square – BCP ATM Our staff will check the passenger list before boarding.

  2. Departure

    On-Time Departure Departing on schedule with a direct journey to Hidroelectrica.

  3. Pumas Restaurant

    30-minute stop for an optional breakfast and a restroom break.

  4. Ollantaytambo (2nd Boarding Point)

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    Quick boarding for passengers in the Sacred Valley. (Ollantaytambo entrance)

  5. Huyro

    15-minute technical stop for a short break and refreshments.

  6. Santa Teresa (Cocalmayo)

    First Drop-Off Point (Santa Teresa Main Square)

  7. Arrival at Hidroelectrica

    Upon arrival at our terminal, you can have lunch (optional). Then, begin the self-guided 10 km (6.2-mile) walk alongside the railway tracks to Aguas Calientes, which takes approximately 2.5 hours.

Columna

  1. Return Hike

    Suggested departure time to start the walk from Aguas Calientes to Hidroelectrica (10 km / 2.5 hours).

  2. Departure from Hidroelectrica

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    Boarding for the return journey to Cusco. Please arrive at the private terminal 20 minutes before departure.

  3. Santa Teresa (1st Boarding Point)

    Quick passenger boarding en route (Main Square).

  4. Quick passenger boarding en route (Main Square).

    30-minute technical stop for snacks and restroom use.

  5. Ollantaytambo (1st Drop-Off Point)

    ⚠️ Important Notice: Due to roadworks and access restrictions, drop-off in Ollantaytambo will be at the entrance to the town, not in the main square. Thank you for your understanding!

  6. Arrival in Cusco

    End of Service Direct drop-off at San Francisco Square.

Baggage Allowance

Each passenger may bring one small backpack or personal item in the cabin, plus one large backpack or small carry-on (up to 15 kg) in the luggage compartment. For additional luggage, please coordinate with our team in advance.