Machu Picchu Full Day
- 18 Hours
- Maximum Capacity: 20
Adult
Description
Machu Picchu Full Day: An Unforgettable Experience
The majestic citadel of Machu Picchu blends harmoniously into the natural landscape, representing a space of great scientific and cultural importance to the Incas. This archaeological site is considered one of the wonders of the world, captivating travelers from around the globe with its mystique and incomparable beauty.
Machu Picchu was conceived as the most exclusive residence of the Inca aristocracy, and due to its strategic location, access to it was restricted. The roads leading to this citadel were off-limits to the general population, as its location was a closely guarded military secret.
The Machu Picchu Full Day tour begins in the historic city of Cusco, where our team will pick you up at your hotel in a modern tourist bus. Accompanied by our driver and transfer, you will travel to the Ollantaytambo train station, in the heart of the Sacred Valley of the Incas.
From there, you’ll continue your adventure on Perurail’s exclusive Voyager or Expedition tourist train, enjoying breathtaking landscapes on the journey to Aguas Calientes, also known as Machu Picchu Pueblo. Upon arrival, our local guide will be waiting to take you to discover the most fascinating corners of the citadel.
Explore sacred temples, admirable stone structures, and spectacular viewpoints on this Machu Picchu full day tour, where history and nature merge into a unique experience. Enjoy an unforgettable day in one of the world’s most impressive destinations and take with you lasting memories of this jewel of the Inca Empire.
Duration
18 Hours
Group Size
10 persons
Language
Spanish, English
Highlights
Your adventure begins in the charming streets of Cusco, where our modern tour bus will pick you up directly at your hotel. Accompanied by our tour team (driver and guide), you will be transferred to the train station in Ollantaytambo, in the heart of the majestic Sacred Valley of the Incas.From there, you will continue your journey on PeruRail's exclusive Voyager or Expedition tourist train, enjoying a panoramic ride to the Aguas Calientes station (Machu Picchu Pueblo). Upon arrival, our local guide will be waiting to take you on a discovery of the most iconic areas of Machu Picchu, the most visited wonder of the Inca world.
Included
- Assistance and transfer in Tourist Transport between Cusco - Ollantaytambo Station - Cusco.
- Transfer service (English or Spanish) during transfers from the city of Cusco to Ollantaytambo station (in the Sacred Valley).
- Tourist train ticket (Expedition or Voyager train) between Ollantaytambo - Aguas Calientes - Ollantaytambo.
- Bus ticket from Aguas Calientes to the Inca city of Machu Picchu (up and down).
- Entrance ticket to the Inca citadel of Machupicchu.
- Guide in the required language (English or Spanish).
Excluded
- Additional Expenses due to weather problems and/or last-minute train cancellation.
- Extra charges incurred during your visit to the Inca city of Machu Picchu.
- Food not indicated on tour.
- Entrances to the Huayna Picchu mountain or Machu Picchu mountain.
Travel Itinerary
Day - Itinerary
4:00 am for the Expedition train
Transfer from the hotel by tourist bus to Ollantaytambo train station
6:10 am tourist train leaves Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes
7:20 am arrival in Aguas Calientes and reception and talk at the Aguas Calientes station with the guide.
8:40 am leave by bus to the citadel of Machu Picchu and registration of visitors at the entrance.
9:10 am guided tour in Machu Picchu's main sectors of the archaeological complex.
11:30 am Free time to enjoy this world wonder and take photos.
1:30 pm take the bus down from Machu Picchu to the town of (Aguas Calientes) to enjoy lunch and visit the thermal baths if time permits.
4:00 pm must be present at the train station.
4:43 pm will board the tourist train back to the town of Ollantaytambo.
6:31 pm arrive at the train station and transfer by bus back to Cusco, Peru.
8:30 pm, arrive back in the city of Cusco.
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