About this experience
Although we do our very best to adhere to the schedule listed above, this itinerary is subject to change for numerous reasons beyond our control. Reasons which may include incidents in the location where the trip will be operated, strikes, political disputes, entry or border difficulties, extreme bad weather, flight cancellations, and other unpredictable or unforeseeable circumstances which are beyond the reasonable control of our company and we not liable for such changes or amendments.
On some occasions, these conditions may demand us to deviate from our original schedule, in which case we will provide the best available alternative options. And we’ll make a great experience of it! However, some extra expenses may be incurred, these extra expenditures will be covered by the client in their totality and not by our company.
Finally, we recommend making your reservation at least 3 months in advance.
At a glance
- Duration: 12 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 12 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What is included
- Private van transfer from the hotel to start of excursion and return
- Round Trip Expedition Train tkt
- Round Trip Bus ticket from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu
- Tour Guide - Professional licensed guide in English or Spanish
- Machu Picchu admission ticket
Not included
- Travel Insurance
- Meals during the excursion (accessible restaurants nearby)
- souvenirs, snacks
- tips
Itinerary and highlights
In order for you to have ample time to enjoy all of the beautiful Machu Picchu, we will pick you up from your hotel in Cusco early in the morning by private car headed for Ollantaytambo to catch an early train. The journey to Aguas Calientes, the town at the base of Machu Picchu, will take approximately 2 hours by private car from Cusco to Ollantaytambo and then 2 hours by train from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes. Those are 4 hours filled with relaxation while taking in the stunning countryside of Peru. Once you have arrived in Aguas Calientes, we will immediately pick you up and we take a bus up to the sanctuary of Machu Picchu.
Once we arrive, we’ll treat you to a first class guided tour to discover and answer your questions about the site, life and culture of its one-time inhabitants. We’ll spend a splendid 2 ½ hours exploring the ruins and pointing out evocative historical facts about the Inka that will give you a newfound appreciation for the people who once walked here. After the tour, the guide will give you direction regarding train departures so that your trip back to Cusco is comfortable and without inconveniences. Don’t worry; you’ll have plenty of time to explore and roam around Machu Picchu’s ruins on your own after the tour.
When you arrive back in Cusco, we’ll pick you up from the train station and deliver you back to your hotel inspired, enlightened, and satisfied.
Meeting and pickup information
- We will happily pick you up from any of the hotels here in Cusco City. We can also pick you up from the airport - Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- French — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Discover Inca Planet
Accessibility and practical details
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- minimo 2 participantes
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Questions about this experience
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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