About this experience
The 2-day train tour is one of the most accessible ways to visit Machu Picchu. We book the hard parts for you, so you can just show up and enjoy it.
On day one you explore the Sacred Valley (Ollantaytambo, Maras salt mines and Moray terraces), then take a scenic train to Aguas Calientes, the small town at the foot of Machu Picchu. You sleep there, so on day two you are among the first to enter the citadel with your guide before the crowds build.
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
Local guides to help you plan
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What is included
- Hotel/hostel pick-up & Cusco Central drop-off for a smooth start and end to your trip
- Pre-tour briefing the night before departure (Yapa will contact you in the morning to arrange)
- Lunch
- Breakfast
- 1 night basic hotel accommodation in Aguas Calientes
- Transportation by train and mini-van from Aguas Calientes to Cusco
- 24/7 expert support team available via WhatsApp and email anytime
- Roundtrip bus transport from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu
- All transport & logistics handled
- Sacred Valley guided tour
- 2-hour guided tour of Machu Picchu
- Local and professional bilingual tour guide
- Machu Picchu entry ticket
- Transportation by train and mini-van to Sacred Valley and Aguas Calientes
- Lunch in the Sacred Valley
Not included
- Cusco tourist ticket
- Lunch in Aguas Calientes
- Drinks
- Gratuities for tour drivers and local guides
Itinerary and highlights
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Meeting and pickup information
- Passengers must be ready at the reception of their accommodation at the indicated time.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Yapa Explorers
Accessibility and practical details
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- 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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