About this experience
You can join us on this wonderful two-day tour to Machu Picchu alone, as part of a group or with a partner any day of the week. We carefully plan down to the last detail so that you have a better experience while visiting the Wonder of the World.
This excursion offers you an intense and exceptional experience in Machu Picchu. Make your dreams come true and enjoy this architectural sanctuary to the fullest in a package that gives you the most time in Machu Picchu like no other tour. Explore this sacred place wrapped in a veil of mystery and discover why it has been included in the UNESCO World Heritage list since 1983.
You will not only visit Machu Picchu, but you will also travel along one of the most important railways in the world and enjoy the magnificent Andean landscapes that will accompany you throughout the journey.
At a glance
- Duration: 48 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 48 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
- 1 Night in a 2-star Hotel in Aguas Calientes (Consult in case of improvements to the hotel).
- Vistadome or Panoramic Tourist Train (Ollantaytambo - Aguas Calientes).
- 24/7 customer service
- Boarding Tickets to the Bus (Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu).
- EXPERT PRIVATE GUIDE IN MACHU PICCHU
- Entrance ticket to Machu Picchu (Classic Circuit or according to availability).
- Private return transportation (Ollantaytambo - Cusco).
- Breakfast at the Hotel - Day 2
- Transportation Cusco - Ollantaytambo
- Return Tourist Train Vistadome or Panoramic (Aguas Calientes - Ollantaytambo).
Not included
- Personal expenses and Voluntary tips.
- Lunch and Dinner - Day 1 and 2
- Services not mentioned
- Food not mentioned
Itinerary and highlights
Today your two-day adventure begins when we pick you up at your accommodation at the indicated time and take you to the Ollantaytambo train station. The train will leave at 7:45 a.m. approx. Your trip will take you to the town of Aguas Calientes.
After an incredible 1 and a half hour trip, you will arrive in Aguas Calientes and you will be greeted by our staff who will accompany you to your hotel. There are no cars here, so you will have to walk everywhere.
You will have the entire afternoon free to enjoy your lunch and explore Aguas Calientes if you wish. This place is very picturesque and is located in the middle of a deep green valley.
At night before or after your dinner, the guide will inform you in detail of everything that will take place tomorrow.
To make the most of your visit to Machu Picchu, we will visit early and avoid the large crowds of tourists. For that reason we will leave at 5:30 a.m. After a nutritious breakfast, you will board the bus to Machu Picchu.
Once in the architectural complex we will have a 2-hour guided tour with your Private guide.
After the visit to Machu Picchu we will return to the town and according to the indicated train time we will return to Ollantaytambo and Cusco.
See the overview, available options and booking details for the experience schedule.
Meeting and pickup information
- A representative from Illa Kuntur Travel will pick up the passengers directly at their hotel within the designated pickup area. The exact schedule will be confirmed in advance according to the accommodation location.
Languages and tickets
- Portuguese — Guide
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Illa Kuntur Travel Agency
Accessibility and practical details
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- "Dear passenger, to ensure your visit to Machu Picchu, our agency manages the advance purchase of tickets, as availability is limited and often sells out quickly. Once purchased, these tickets do not allow for date changes or refunds, according to the policies established by the Ministry of Culture of Peru. If a change is required, a new ticket must be purchased, paying the corresponding cost to ensure access on the desired date. If you have any further queries, we are here to help you coordinate all the details of your trip."
- Before booking your Machu Picchu tour, we recommend confirming ticket availability for the date you wish to visit. This is because tickets to Machu Picchu are limited and subject to high demand, especially in high season.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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