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Amazon Access to Machu Picchu: Schedule and Bus Times

Discover the direct and panoramic overland route to Machu Picchu with onboard Starlink Wi-Fi and daily departures from Cusco and Ollantaytambo. As official local operators, we guarantee immediate confirmation and the flexibility to book whichever legs you need. Due to travel duration (6 hours per leg), outbound and return journeys must be made on different days.

Detailed Outbound and Return Itinerary

Outbound Route: From the Andes to the High Jungle

Outbound Route: From the Andes to the High Jungle

  1. Meeting Point and Boarding in Cusco

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    Central location: Plaza Regocijo / Plaza de Armas, Cusco.

  2. Bus Departure to the Amazon Route

    Start of the Andean journey skirting the Sacred Valley.

  3. Intermediate Boarding in Ollantaytambo

    Pickup of passengers staying in the Sacred Valley.

  4. Scenic Mountain Pass through the Andes

    Natural viewpoint at over 4,300 meters above sea level.

  5. Technical Stop in the High Jungle

    Time for restrooms and stretching legs.

  6. Drop-off and Free Time for Lunch

    Arrival at the Amazon access bus terminal.

  7. Scenic Walk to Aguas Calientes

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    Flat 10 km section along the train tracks and river.

Return Route: Return to Cusco or Ollantaytambo

  1. Start of the Return Hike

    Departure from Aguas Calientes towards the boarding point.

  2. Check-in and Vehicle Boarding

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    Presentation with digital ticket at the bus terminal.

  3. Return Journey to Ollantaytambo and Cusco

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    Final arrival in downtown Cusco around 09:30 p.m.

  4. Rest Stop in Pumas / Huyro

    Brief technical pause for restrooms and stretching legs during the ascent.

  5. Intermediate Stop in Ollantaytambo

    Drop-off for passengers heading to or staying in the Sacred Valley.

  6. Final Arrival in Downtown Cusco

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    Drop-off of passengers near Plaza de Armas, Cusco.

Allowed Luggage

Each passenger may bring a hand backpack in the cabin and a large backpack or small carry-on (maximum 15 kg) in the trunk. For additional luggage, please coordinate with our team in advance.