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LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 8 travelers
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Overview
Our two-day train adventure to Machu Picchu takes you on one of the most incredible train journeys in the world. With the Urubamba River on your side, you’ll travel all the way to the tropical forest that surrounds Machu Picchu and appreciate the beautiful scenery of the high Andes. You’ll have extra free time to explore Machu Picchu town and have the option to visit the relaxing Hot Springs or the Machu Pichu museum and botanical garden, before the majestic Lost City of the Incas.
What's included
Transfer
Train ticket from Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes – Ollantaytambo
Mini-bus from Cusco - Ollantaytambo - Cusco
Professional tour guide
Entrance to Machu Picchu
Hostel in Aguas Calientes (shared rooms)
Bus tickets up and down Aguas Calientes
Entrance to Machu Picchu Mountain - Subject to availability
Entrance to Huayna Picchu Mountain - subject to availability
Travel insurance
Gratuities
Meals
What to expect
Day 1: CUSCO CITY - OLLANTAYTAMBO - AGUAS CALIENTES
Cusco
2h
You’ll be picked up from your hostel at 10:00 am, and be driven to Ollantaytambo. Please make sure to have breakfast before or bring snacks on the bus.
The exact pick up time will be communicated via chat.
Ollantaytambo
2h
Once in Ollantaytambo, you’ll take the train to Aguas Calientes at 12:55 pm. On arrival at Aguas Caliente’s train station (at around 2:50 pm), you’ll find our staff waiting for you. They’ll take you to the hostel where you’ll spend the night.
Aguas Calientes
15h
The town of Aguas Calientes – otherwise known as Machu Picchu Pueblo – is the gateway to the magnificent Machu Picchu. It is therefore a tourist hotspot, as many people opt to stay the night here before rising in the early hours of the following morning to make the journey to the sacred Incan citadel. As this place basically serves as a stop-over point, there isn’t too much to do here. Despite this, you’ll find everything you need – restaurants, shops, and even massage parlors. Get some rest and an early night’s kip, as you’ll need all your energy for the big day tomorrow!
Day 2: AGUAS CALIENTES - MACHU PICCHU - CUSCO CITY
Aguas Calientes
2h
Early in the morning, you’ll start the walk from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu, following the stone steps with your fellow travelers.
Depending on your physical condition, you have the option to take a bus according to the time of your entrance. Please take into consideration that the bus is not included in the price of the ticket.
Machu Picchu
2h
Once you’ve entered the sacred site of Machu Picchu, our guide will conduct a 2-hour tour. You’ll get to see the Main Plaza, the Circular Tower, the Sacred Solar Clock, and the Royal Quarters, amongst other places of interest. After the tour, you’ll have some free time to explore, take pictures, or just walk around the sanctuary of Machu Picchu.
Cusco
4h
As the day comes to an end, in the afternoon you’ll take the train from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo, and then travel by bus to Cusco.
You will arrive in Cusco around 6:20 pm, the drop-off is at the San Francisco Square
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
Passengers must be ready at the reception at the indicated time.
Additional information
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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.
