About this experience
A train with panoramic windows that will ensure a one-of-a-kind experience during your trip to Machu Picchu, with traditional music, cuisine, and dances!
At a glance
- Duration: 18 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 18 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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
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What is included
- Professional guide in English or Spanish
- Entrances to Machu Picchu
- Round trip trains in Vistadome service
- Private pickup/drop off from accommodation in Cusco
- Round trip buses to Machu Picchu
Not included
- Meals not specified in the itinerary
Itinerary and highlights
Pick-up at accommodation in Cusco apron 04:30am, and then journey to the train station to take the amazing Machupicchu Train ride towards Machu Picchu.
The Train is equipped with wider and taller panoramic windows, which will allow you to learn more about the train journey and the Inca civilization.
Upon arrival in Aguas Calientes, the guide will be waiting for you at the train station to escort you to the ruins of Machu Picchu by bus. Travel for about 25 minutes and upon arrival at the site of the "Lost City of the Incas," enter the historic citadel and take a 2-hour guided. You will have time to explore the city by yourself.
Return by bus to Aguas Calientes and enjoy some free time to explore the town on your own. Then, board train in the Sunset Time for the return journey to the train Station, where on arrival our driver will be waiting to take you back to your accommodation in Cusco, arrival around 9pm
Meeting and pickup information
- Please confirm accommodation details in Cusco at time of booking.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- PVTravels
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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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