About this experience
Embark on an unforgettable experience with our exclusive full-day tour to Machu Picchu from Cusco, designed for those who wish to capture the essence of the lost city of the Incas in a single day. From the moment you begin your journey, our highly trained and organized team will be at your disposal, making sure every detail is perfect.
Once in Machu Picchu, you will be guided by a local expert who will not only accompany you through the majestic Inca constructions, but will also immerse you in the rich history and mysteries of this ancient civilization. With their deep knowledge and fascinating narrations, you will discover the secrets that make Machu Picchu such a legendary place.
Let yourself be amazed by the grandeur of this wonder of the world, while we take care of making sure you live an incomparable experience.
At a glance
- Duration: 12 hr–13 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 12 hr–13 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
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What is included
- Professional bilingual tour guide (Spanish or English)
- Consettur Up and Down Bus (Aguas Calientes Town-Machu Picchu Sanctuary-Aguas Calientes)
- Tourist transportation Hotel in Cusco - Ollantaytambo train station.
- Round trip train from Ollantaytambo station - Aguas Calientes - Ollantaytambo.
- Entrance ticket to the Machu Picchu Sanctuary with circuit 3
- Return tourist transportation from Ollantaytambo station - Cusco city.
Not included
- Tips, snacks and food (approximately USD 25.00 per person.)
Itinerary and highlights
Early in the morning you will be picked up from your hotel in Cusco at approximately 04:00 hrs. (the schedule may depend on the availability of trains) and you will take a car trip through the Sacred Valley of the Incas to the Ollantaytambo train station (journey time approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes). Once at the Ollantaytambo station you will board the train to go to the town of Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu town). On the train trip you will enjoy extraordinary landscapes, mountains, rivers and streams, as well as appreciate the flora and fauna of this area of Cusco. Upon arrival in Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu town), the agency guide will be waiting for you to give you all the instructions.
You will then arrive at the bus station, where you will board the bus that takes a zigzag route towards the mountain where the majestic citadel of Machu Picchu is located (30-minute bus ride). When you get off the bus you must go to the entrance of Machu Picchu, where you will present your ticket and identification document, from this point the guided tour will begin. You will visit this impressive Inca city together with our guide who will provide you with all the information and history of Machu Picchu and for approximately 2 hours you will tour the citadel according to the routes traced in circuit 3 or 4. At the appropriate time you must take the bus back to the town of Aguas Calientes where if you wish you can enjoy lunch in one of the restaurants and optionally you can visit the thermal medicinal baths located north of the town (Lunch and entrance not included).
At the agreed time you will take your return train from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo, where the agency staff will be waiting to transport you to the city of Cusco. (The arrival time in Cusco depends on the availability of the train at the time of your reservation)
Meeting and pickup information
- Please provide us with the exact location or correct name of your accommodation/hotel to coordinate the pick-up. Our operations team will contact you via WhatsApp 1 or 2 days before the tour to schedule a visit by our staff to your hotel in Cusco, where you will be given the entrance tickets to Machu Picchu (circuit 3), as well as the train and bus tickets. You will also be provided with the tour details and the exact pick-up time. On the day of the tour, our driver will arrive punctually at the indicated time to pick you up at your hotel.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- LIBERTREK PERU TRAVEL
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- 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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