About this experience
The tour begins with a personalized pick-up from your hotel in Cusco and a private transfer to Ollantaytambo train station. From there, you will board a tourist train to Aguas Calientes, enjoying the breathtaking panoramic views of the Sacred Valley of the Incas.
Upon arrival in Aguas Calientes, a professional guide will accompany you to the bus station, where you will begin a 25-minute ascent to the majestic Machu Picchu Historical Shrine.
During a three-hour guided tour, you will tour the temples, terraces, steps and ceremonial squares that reveal the grandeur and mystery of the Inca civilization.
Finally you will return to Aguas Calientes to enjoy a free lunch and, if you wish, tour the picturesque village before boarding the train back to Ollantaytambo.
Finally, a private vehicle will transfer you back to Cusco, concluding an unforgettable day full of history, culture and spectacular scenery.
At a glance
- Duration: 14 hr 16 min
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 14 hr 16 min for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What is included
- guide for machupicchu
- Return train tickets
- bus transportation for all trips
- Tickets to macbhupicchu
Not included
- tips
- Meals
Itinerary and highlights
The tour begins with the transfer from your accommodation in the city of Cusco aboard a comfortable tourist transport to the train station of Ollantaytambo. During approximately two hours of travel, visitors enjoy a panoramic journey through the majestic Sacred Valley of the Incas, surrounded by towering mountains, crystal clear rivers and picturesque Andean villages that reveal the natural and cultural beauty of the region
Upon arrival in Ollantaytambo, our authorized staff will escort you to the train station, providing personalized assistance to ensure a safe, comfortable and orderly admission.
Once at the station, passengers will board the assigned train, according to the category and services included in your tour package, thus starting one of the most memorable experiences towards Machu Picchu.
The train journey to Aguas Calientes takes approximately one hour and thirty minutes. During the journey, passengers will enjoy stunning Andean landscapes, overlooking crystal clear rivers, mountains covered with lush vegetation and the natural charm that characterizes the path to Machu Picchu.
Upon arrival in Aguas Calientes, our authorized staff will cordially receive you and provide all the necessary guidance to continue the experience towards the majestic Machu Picchu Citadel, ensuring a safe, comfortable and perfectly organized transfer.
Return to Ollantaytambo is made on board a tourist train, which offers a comfortable, quiet and welcoming atmosphere, ideal for relaxing after the unforgettable visit to Machu Picchu. During the tour, passengers can enjoy onboard service, with light options, or simply admire the stunning natural landscapes that accompany the route.
This stage of the journey represents a moment of serenity and contemplation, as you descend again through the Sacred Valley of the Incas. The journey takes approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes, before continuing with the final return to the city of Cusco.
When disembarking at Ollantaytambo station, passengers will be greeted by pre-scheduled mobility, responsible for continuing with the transfer to the city of Cusco.
The return is made in a safe, comfortable and punctual way, guaranteeing a pleasant experience until your accommodation or agreed point of arrival.
This journey marks the end of an unforgettable journey, full of history, culture and exceptional landscapes that reflect the greatness of the Inca legacy.
Approximate journey time is two hours, completing a tour full of unique moments
Meeting and pickup information
- We are located in the Plaza Regocijo, right in front, in the heart of Cusco.
- Your team always presents itself in uniform with the company logo and identified with its respective name, reflecting confidence and seriousness. In addition, we wait for guests outside the hotel with their names visible, to ensure a quick, comfortable and safe encounter.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- French — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- inryrai sol
Accessibility and practical details
- 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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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