About this experience
Visit the wonder of the world in two days, with greater calm and tranquility. On the tour you will be able to appreciate the beauty of the landscapes of the Andes, cloud forest, and the Vilcanota river. The first day you will arrive at the town of aguas calientes where you will sleep in the hotel. The next day we visit the citadel of Machupicchu for hours with the guide. And in the afternoon you will return to the city of Cusco.
At a glance
- Duration: 48 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 48 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
- Each traveler is allowed a maximum of 1 suitcase and 1 carry-on bag. Oversized or excessive luggage (e.g. surfboards, golf clubs or bikes) may have certain restrictions, please inquire with the operator prior to travel to confirm if your excess luggage is acceptable
- Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
Local guides to help you plan
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Machu Picchu Train From Cusco Guide
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Machu Picchu Day Trip From Cusco
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What is included
- Hotel in Aguas Calientes
- Bus tickets Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu (round trip)
- Train Tickets Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes (round trip)
- Entrance ticket to Machu Picchu
- English tour guide in Machupicchu
- Transportation Cusco – Ollantaytambo round trip
Not included
- Meals during the excursion
- Entrance to the Huyanapicchu Mountain
- Personal expensives
- Travel insurance
Itinerary and highlights
See the overview, available options and booking details for the experience schedule.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Andean Great Treks
Accessibility and practical details
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Each traveler is allowed a maximum of 1 suitcase and 1 carry-on bag. Oversized or excessive luggage (e.g. surfboards, golf clubs or bikes) may have certain restrictions, please inquire with the operator prior to travel to confirm if your excess luggage is acceptable
- Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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