About this experience
Machu Picchu one day tour, is the trip to one of the masterpieces of Engineering and Architecture of the Inca Empire, built in the heart of the central Andes and the edge of the Amazon jungle under the protection of the sacred mountains Huayna Picchu and Machu Picchu.
The Inca citadel of Machu Picchu is waiting for you, have a unique and magical experience visiting one of the 7 Wonders of the Modern World and Mixed Cultural and Natural Heritage of Humanity.
At a glance
- Duration: 14 hr–15 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 14 hr–15 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Local guides to help you plan
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What is included
- Transportation from your hotel to the Ollantaytambo station Round trip
- CONSETUR bus to Machu Picchu (round trip)
- Expedition Train from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes Round trip
- Entrance ticket - Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu
- Professional guide, bilingual (English and Spanish)
- Guided visit to Machu Picchu (2 hours approx.)
Not included
- Alimentation and drinks
- tips
Itinerary and highlights
After leaving Cusco we will go to the Ollantaytambo train station to board the train that will take us to Aguas Calientes.
Upon arrival at the Aguas Calientes train station, our representative will wait for you to indicate the entire itinerary for the day and will also give you the best recommendations on restaurants and all the information you need.
One hour before the entrance time to Machu Picchu, you will take the bus that will take you to the entrance gate of Machu Picchu where our professional guide will be waiting for you. The guided tour inside the Citadel lasts approximately two hours. During the tour you and the whole group will receive important information about Machu Picchu, you will also have time to immortalize the moment in spectacular photographs that only the world wonder can offer you. In the afternoon, you will take the bus back to Aguas Calientes, where you can take the train back to Ollantaytambo, and then the private tourist bus to Cusco.
After visiting one of the 7 wonders of the world, you will take the train back to Ollantaytambo.
Upon arrival in Ollantaytambo, our carrier will be waiting for you to then bring you back to Cusco.
Meeting and pickup information
- Our pick-up service is carried out from all the hotels that are located in the historic center of the city of Cusco
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- TARVOS PERU TOURS
Accessibility and practical details
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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