Machu Picchu Full Day Tour

5.0 (194 reviews) Cusco, Peru
Duration15h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesPortuguese, English, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 10 travelers
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Overview

Discover one of the 7 wonders of the world, Machu Picchu, on this exciting one-day excursion that begins with your arrival in the ancient capital of the Inca Empire, Cusco. You will travel through the high Andean mountains and the mysterious cloud forests aboard a train that will take you to the town of Aguas Calientes. From there, you will head to the ancient citadel upon your arrival in the former Inca capital to explore the ruins with the assistance of our professional guide, who will narrate its history and significance for the Incas. You will also have free time to explore the town of Aguas Calientes.

What's included

  • Bus ticket from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu and vice versa.
  • (Briefing) Meeting one day prior to receive information and tour details
  • Transfer from your hotel in Cusco to the Ollantaytambo train station and vice versa.
  • Round-trip train ticket from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes (EXPEDITION).
  • Professional tour guide
  • Agency services.
  • Meals and beverages not mentioned.
  • Additional expenses.

What to expect

  1. Cusco
    2h
    Early in the morning, as agreed, we will pick you up from your hotel and take you to the Ollantaytambo train station, from where we will head to Aguas Calientes.
  2. Ollantaytambo
    2h
    After an almost 2-hour journey from Ollantaytambo, we will arrive at the Aguas Calientes station, where our guide will be waiting for you with a sign with your name.
  3. Machupicchu
    3h · Admission ticket included
    Then, we will go to the bus stop, where we will ascend for 30 minutes and 400 meters along a zigzagging path to reach the "Historical Sanctuary of Machu Picchu," also known as the "Lost City of the Incas."

    Upon arriving at the Machu Picchu citadel, we will begin the guided tour, accompanied by our guide. For approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes, we will visit the most important sites in Machu Picchu.
  4. Aguas Calientes
    8h
    After the guided tour, we will return to the town of Aguas Calientes, where you can enjoy your lunch at one of the many restaurants or, if you prefer, at the Sanctuary Lodge (lunch on your own). In the late afternoon, we will take the train back to Ollantaytambo, following the same route as on the way there.

Additional information

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

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