About this experience
This is a tour that allows travelers to know in a full day the enigmatic citadel of Machu Picchu and its Inca architecture, providing a charming experience in the altitude of its location and allowing visitors to know part of its streets, platforms and temples that hide mystery and history.
At a glance
- Duration: 12 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 12 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
- Train tickets Ollantaytambo / Machu Picchu Pueblo (Aguas Calientes) / Ollantaytambo.
- Professional Bilingual Guide for 4 hours and 30 minutes (in group).
- Transfers from your hotel in Cusco / Train Station Ollantaytambo / Hotel in Cusco
- CONSETTUR bus ticket (round trip) Machu Picchu Pueblo / Sanctuary of Machu Picchu.
- Entrance ticket to Machu Picchu.
- Cold or hot drink and a snack with Andean ingredients (inside the train).
Not included
- Entrance ticket to MachuPicchu or Huaynapicchu Mountain (check availability).
- Tips
- Extra money
- Meals not mentioned in the program
Itinerary and highlights
A walk through the mountains along the Inca trails to visit the famous archaeological center of Machu Picchu, one of the 7 wonders of the modern world. On this full day excursion, you will experience the incredible atmosphere of this magical sanctuary.
After the visit to Machu Picchu we will know better the village of Aguas Calientes.
Meeting and pickup information
- Generalmente se les recoge de sus hoteles.
- We will pick up our travelers from the hotel where they are staying, only if they are located in the center of Cusco, but if they are outside this area, we will give the traveler the option of a meeting point in our main offices.
Languages and tickets
- German — Guide
- English — Guide
- Italian — Guide
- French — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- salkantay trail peru
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- no drone allowed to fly.
- people with mobility problems.
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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