About this experience
On this full day tour you'll explore the beautiful Inca citadel of Machu Picchu. The citadel features astonishing monuments such as the Main Temple, the Condor Temple and the Intihuatana.
At a glance
- Duration: 14 hr–16 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 14 hr–16 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
- Round bus tickets from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu
- Pick up from the Cusco airport
- Pick up from the Ollantaytambo train station in our private van and drop off in your hotel
- Pre-tour briefing with your tour lider
- Professional English speaking tour guide
- Entrance tickets to Machu Picchu Llaqta
- Pick up from your hotel and transfer to the train station
- Round trip train tickets (Expedition class)
Not included
- Breakfast and dinner
- Tips
- Huayna Picchu & Machu Picchu montaña
- Extra expenses
Itinerary and highlights
We'll pick you up from your hotel in Cusco early in the morning. Then we'll drive to Ollantaytambo.
We'll be driving through the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Our destination will be the small town of Ollantaytambo. There we'll catch the train to Aguas Calientes.
We'll be boarding the train to Aguas Calientes at the Ollantaytambo train station.
Once we reach Aguas Calientes, we'll take a bus to Machu Picchu citadel.
Once in Machu Picchu citadel, our guide will give you a tour of the place, including the most famous monuments such as the Intihuatana, the Condor Temple, the Main Temple, and the Sun Temple.
After exploring Machu Picchu, we'll take a bus back to Aguas Calientes town. Once there, we'll have time to explore the town and have lunch. Then, we'll take a train back to Ollantaytambo.
Once we arrive at Ollantaytambo, our staff will transfer you back to Cusco in our private vehicle.
After leaving Ollantaytambo, we'll drive back to Cusco through the Sacred Valley of the Incas.
We'll be arriving in Cusco around 8:00 pm.
Meeting and pickup information
- We'll meet travelers who don't require pickup at the Main Square of Cusco city
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Inka Trail Explorer
Accessibility and practical details
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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