Machu Picchu and Huayna Picchu by Train (2 Days)

5.0 (2 reviews) Cusco, Peru
Duration2 days
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Machu Picchu and Huayna Picchu 2 days 1 night, is an incredible itinerary highly suggested, Avoid spending the whole day rushing around. This 2-day tour will let you climb Huayna Picchu Mountain and enjoy Machu Picchu. The tour is for people of all ages, begins, and finishes at your hotel in Cuzco.

What's included

  • Round trip train journey: Ollantaytambo/Aguas Calientes/Ollantaytambo
  • Pick up from hotels around Cuzco
  • Breakfast
  • 1-night hotel in Aguas Calientes town near Machu Picchu
  • Ground transportation Cuzco / Ollantaytambo train station
  • Ground transportation Ollantaytambo train station / San Francisco Plaza Cuzco
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities

What to expect

Day 1: Cuzco – Town of Aguas Calientes
  1. Aguas Calientes
    8h
    We will pick you up from your hotel with our transportation at 10:00 a.m and drive to the train station approximately two hours. There we will take the train at around 12:36 The train goes through lush fields and colorful villages in the foothills of the Andes, and has great views of the mountains and of the beautiful Vilcanota river which runs through the Sacred Valley. When you arrive at Aguas Calientes, our staff will be waiting for you at the train station to take you to your selected hotel at 14:25 hrs. Our local guide will see you at your hotel around 19:30 hrs to brief you about the next day tour. You will have the afternoon free to explore by your own, visit the hot springs of Aguas Calientes or go to walk around the beautiful town. You can taste Peruvian food at the restaurant of your choice in the town of Aguas Calientes.
Day 2: Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu - Cusco
  1. Machu Picchu
    5h
    We will pick you up from your hotel at 4 am and then we will board by bus to Machu Picchu for about 30 minutes. We will arrive at the checkpoint of Huayna Picchu at about 7 a.m and begin to hike up the awesome mountain. It will take about 45 minutes to reach the top, and once there you will be able to enjoy the impressive view of Machu Picchu and the nature that surrounds it. It will take about 40 minutes to go back down. At 10 a.m. You will begin a guided tour of Machu Picchu Citadel. Have in mind your MachuPicchu ticket valid from 6 am to 12:30 hrs. You will then be able to take the bus back to Aguas Calientes town, and have free time to get lunch. At about 18:20 hrs. Depart to return to Ollantaytambo and then take a bus to arrive in Cuzco at about 22:30 hrs. In case you want to come back with the earlier train at 14:30 hrs, just let us know once you book.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
End point
Pickup details

We will be picking you up from your hotel within the historic centre of Cusco. Please Note: This service doesn't include pick up in private residencies, example; Airbnb or hotels that are outside the historic centre.

Additional information

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Reviews

5.0 (2)
From
$860.06 per person
Check availability & book
  • You'll choose your date and travelers and pay on viator.com. Prices vary by date, group size and option.
More activities in Cusco
From
$860.06 per person
Check availability