1-Day Machu Picchu Exploration by Train: Witness the Spectacular Peruvian Andes Landscape
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Machu Picchu
Embark on a one-day train journey through the stunning Peruvian Andes landscape to witness the awe-inspiring beauty of Machu Picchu. Explore the ancient ruins with a guided tour.
Duration: 17 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Santuario Historico de Machu Picchu - - 5:00 AM We will pass through your hotel 30 minutes before the scheduled departure of Cusco, we will take you to the train station located in the town of Ollantaytambo (1 hour 30 minutes away by car) where we will board our train and then make the trip with destiny the town of “Aguas Calientes” (2000 m.a.s.l), which runs for 2 hours.

  • Arriving at the train station, our tour guide will be waiting with a sign with your names, with him you will go to the bus station, to ascend 400 m in height, a zigzag path for 30 minutes to reach the incredible Wonder World “Machu Picchu Sanctuary”, known as “The Lost City of the Incas”.

  • When you reach the citadel of Machu Picchu we will pass the control where you will have to deliver your ticket income, from this place the guided tour will start, visit the main venues of the city such as the Main Square, the Circular Tower, the Sacred Solar Clock , the Royal Quarters, the Temple of the Three Windows and cementeries, the tour will be for more than two hours.

  • At the end you will be given free time to stroll around the citadel and visit Machu Picchu on your own, then you will return to Aguas Calientes and take your food in one of the many restaurants (Lunch is not included in the package).

  • In the afternoon you will take the train back to Cusco (you must be at the train station 30 minutes before the departure time of your train), the return will follow the same route as the outward journey, arrival at the train station in Ollantaytambo , we will be waiting to take you to your hotel in Cusco (1 hour trip by car and 30 minutes).

What's Included
  • Entrance to Machu Picchu.
  • Comprehensive transportation covering Cusco, Ollanta, and ‘Aguas Calientes’.
  • Expert Official Tourism Guide.
  • Scenic train ride to and from Ollanta and ‘Aguas Calientes’.
  • Bus transfers to Machu Picchu.
What's Not Included
  • Entrance to Wayna Picchu or Machu Picchu mountain
Additional Information
  • Experience an unforgettable day trip to Machu Picchu by train, an excursion marked by stunning views and memorable experiences.

  • This train tour to Machu Picchu, spanning a single day, immerses you in the captivating landscape as you travel alongside the Urubamba River, descending to the serene cloud forest enveloping Machu Picchu. Gaze upon the majestic beauty of the Peruvian Andes for the journey’s duration. Upon reaching Aguas Calientes town, you will undertake an exceptional journey to Machu Picchu where you will take part in a guided tour of the archaeological marvel.

Location
Santuario Historico de Machu Picchu
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Wojciech_k
Nov 24, 2019
All great except for the taxi driver who didn't show up - Everything was excellent, the guide was very knowledgeable. One downside was that the taxi driver who was supposed to pick us up from the train station was not there on time, and we had to look for alternative way to come back to Cusco.
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