About this experience
In this tour, we pick passengers up from hotels in Cusco from 03:50 am (depending where your hotel is located), then we head to Ollantaytambo (Train station) to continue our journey to Aguas Calientes by train (1h 30 min journey) arriving we will go to the bus station, where we board the bus to take us to the citadel of Machu Picchu (½ hour drive approx.) then we have a guided tour in Machu Picchu for approx. 2hs. Within the Archaeological site we will visit the most important places in this citadel of MACHU PICCHU; as the Agricultural Sector, the Main Plaza, the Circular Tower, the Inti Watana and the Temple of the Three Windows.
At a glance
- Duration: 19 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 19 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Local guides to help you plan
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What is included
- Bus transfer from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu and return
- Train ticket from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes and return
- Entrances fees to Machu Picchu (full day entrance fee)
- English speaking guide during your visit at Machu Picchu
- Transfer by bus from Cusco to Ollantaytambo train station and return
Not included
- Entrances fees to hot springs in Aguas Calientes (10.00 Soles p/p)
- Lunch on during your visit to Machu Picchu (lunch in Aguas Calientes starting from $10US)
Itinerary and highlights
We will visit the most important places in this citadel of MACHU PICCHU.
Meeting and pickup information
- We pick up passengers from hotels located around the main square (plaza de armas) in Cusco.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Inca Lake
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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