Spend a whole day exploring the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu during this all-inclusive day trip from Cusco. Discover this famous mountaintop Inca site with a guide, learning about its construction, history, and what daily life was like for its residents. The relaxed, non-strenuous pace of the journey is a great option for first-time visitors, families, and solo travelers alike, with three different train travel options available. The trip also includes round-trip hotel transportation, transfer from Cusco to Machu Picchu, and the entrance fee to the site.
SEE HOW IT IS:
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Enjoy fabulous views of the Andes mountain range on this full day trip to Machu Picchu.
- A full day excursion to Machu Picchu, one of the New 7 Wonders of the World, from Cusco.
- Enjoy a scenic train ride that reveals great views of the landscape.
- Learn the history behind the sacred city on a guided tour.
- Stress-free we arrange all entrance fees, train and bus tickets, and hotel transport included Choose from three train options to suit different budgets.
- Visit the ruins and terraces of Machu Picchu with an expert guide and enjoy free time on the premises.
- Witness the incredible landscapes mountains, glaciers, colorful valleys, unique plants and wildlife, and the cloud forest.
QUICK ITINERARY:
- DAY 01: Cusco | Ollantaytambo | Aguas Calientes | Machu Picchu | cusco
5:00 AM The tour begins with the pick up from your hotel in Cusco, we will take you in our private transport to the train station located in the town of Ollantaytambo, where you will board the train that will take you to Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu Pueblo) , the duration of the train journey is 1 hour and 45 minutes. Throughout the way you will be able to appreciate beautiful landscapes with extensive fields of crops, cattle, mountains and snow-capped peaks.
Voyager option aboard elegant carriages with comfortable seats. Its wagons have panoramic windows that allow you to appreciate the landscape in all its splendor. These options offer snacks and drinks on board the train for your enjoyment (own expense).
08:20 AM Once you arrive at the Aguas Calientes train station, our guide will be waiting for you to take you to the bus station, then we will travel for 30 minutes until you reach the sanctuary of Machu Picchu, open your arms and feel the magic of this thousand-year-old place, enjoy the impressive view from the Inca citadel, walk with your guide through the main altars, streets. Take the classic photo from the highest part, surely it is a moment that you have been looking forward to, get to know the history and architecture of this wonderful place in a better way.
13:00 PM After the visit to Machu Picchu, you will return to Aguas Calientes to have lunch and explore the town of Aguas Calientes, which has many restaurants and craft shops.
15:00 PM At the time indicated according to your choice we will board the train back to Ollantaytambo where our driver will wait for you with a sign and your name written, he will drive you to your hotel in Cusco. Approximate arrival time 20:30 PM.
Note: The indicated hours will change according to the train selection.
IT INCLUDES
Quality and safety service
- Briefing prior to departure
- English/Spanish speaking certified professional guide
- 24/7 customer support
Foods
- Water Bottles
Transportation
- All transfers (Guaranteed)
- Pick up and drop off at your hotel in Cusco
- Bus ticket down Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Aguas Calientes
- Train ticket (Voyager or expeditions class) from Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes – Ollantaytambo
Permits and tickets
- Entrance ticket to Machu Picchu
DOES NOT INCLUDE
- Lunch in Aguas Calientes
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Tips for our staff
VOYAGER.
Start your journey enjoying comfortable seats and our excellent service. Delight in the incredible landscape that surrounds the road to Machu Picchu Among snow-capped peaks, imposing mountains, a winding river and the change in vegetation until you enter the magical humid forest that houses the Inca Citadel.
VISTADOME 360°
Our train to Machu Picchu The PeruRail Vistadome offers a different way of traveling to the citadel. The cars have panoramic windows located on the walls and ceilings of the cars, which allow you to have a connection with the outside. The Vistadome 360° train brings the landscapes of the route to Machu Picchu closer in a unique way, making passengers feel part of the nature that surrounds them.
VISTADOME 360° + BALCON OBSERVATORY
This train It is made of two elegant observatory cars and a panoramic car. In other words, if you used to travel aboard the VISTADOME 360° train with impressive views thanks to its characteristic panoramic windows, now you can better surround yourself with nature thanks to its observatory car that gives you a totally extensive view of the environment and, therefore, of the landscapes thanks to its large windows and the balcony from where you can appreciate the beauty of the route in its maximum splendor, also get to dance if you prefer the typical dance show.
Another point to highlight is that along the route passengers will be able to move freely between the panoramic car and the elegant observatory car in order to enjoy the experience on board, which includes live music and dance during the trip. to Machu Picchu.
How long in advance should I make my reservation?
You must make the reservation at least 10 days in advance. Since the spaces on the train and Machu Picchu are quickly exhausted.
Do I need to make a deposit to guarantee my reservation?
Yes, no reservation will be guaranteed unless you have made a payment of a deposit of 200 per person through our 2 payment methods mentioned in our Book Now form. Important: None of the requested deposits include transaction fees.
What about the outstanding balance?
The outstanding balance can be given in cash the day before your trip in Cusco, it can be in dollars or soles, and if you prefer to use PayPal (a service fee of 6% applies). Also, you can pay us only by Visa credit card at our office (5% service fee applies).
Let us know which of the payment methods is your preference.
NOTE: Payment must be made 1 day before your trip.
The tour must be paid in full no later than 7:00 pm one day before your departure (usually after the briefing).
What is the best time to do the excursion?
Peru is a very large country with many different climates, for that reason it would be very difficult to define a good time to visit different places. However, we consider that the best season is from April to December.
Where will the information session take place?
This meeting will be held the night before the departure of the tour in the lobby of your hotel, apartment, hostel or family home in Cusco. You could also do it at our office located on Calle Portal de panes, office 201 (second floor). Plaza de armas de cusco.
The “TOUR TO MACHU PICCHU BY TRAIN 1 DAY” can leave any day of the week, all year round.
WITH VOYAGUER NORMAL TRAIN: US$ 330 per person
Deposit charges
All fees and charges are included.
Price guarantee
This small group tour is guaranteed to operate with only 1 guest.
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