Inca citadel tours can start from Sacred Valley, Ollantaytambo or Aguas Calientes, but in this post you’ll find the best Machu Picchu Tours from Cusco specifically.
This is Machu Picchu day tour by train and car which is an unforgettable and convenient door-to-door experience for those wishing to explore one of the world’s wonders on a limited time.
In one-day you’ll experience the magic of visiting Machu Picchu. It’s important to book in advance, especially during the high season, as both train tickets and Machu Picchu entries are in high demand.
Your Tour Features
Tour Type Private
Tour Duration 10 Hours
Pick-up time 4:00 AM
Drop-off time 8:00 PM
Pickup at Hotel
Entry tickets Included
Guide English speaker
Transport Private
What You’ll Do
Your full day trip to Machu Picchu starts early in the morning, it is exclusively designed to start and end in Cusco or at the airport on a private car ride.
You’ll smoothly ride the PeruRail train from/to Ollantaytambo/Aguas Calientes on a round trip. Meet your guide at the train station and head to Machu Picchu. You’ll get back to Cusco through the same way.
Your Tour Itinerary
4:00 am – Cusco to Ollantaytambo by car
Embark on your adventure with an early morning pickup between from your selected hotel in Cusco. Be prepared and waiting promptly at your hotel or Airbnb’s reception. A cozy vehicle will transport you through the enchanting Andean vistas, journeying for approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes to the Ollantaytambo train station.
7:00 am – 8:30 am Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes train ride
On arrival, your driver will assist you in embarking on the train, leaving towards the charming town of Aguas Calientes. This will be a 1 hour 45 minute train ride with breathtaking sceneries of the Urubamba River and the encompassing rugged terrain.
As you arrive in Aguas Calientes, your guide will be awaiting with a sign with your name on it. After an introductory meeting and receiving key instructions, enjoy 20 to 30 minutes of personal time to savor a coffee, pick some snacks, or visit the restroom.
Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu Citadel by Bus
Following that, you’ll queue for the bus embarking on a serpentine, 30-minute climb to Machu Picchu’s main entrance, estimated arrival.
Machu Picchu Guided Tour
Included in your journey is a Machu Picchu ticket, typically granting access via circuit 02 or 01, subject to availability. In the event of unavailability, circuits 04 or 03 serve as substitutes. Advance booking is advised for securing your preferred route. Upon reaching, our guide will conduct a 2.5-hour enlightening excursion through the Inca citadel, spotlighting key monuments, sharing narratives, and providing moments for you to absorb the vistas and capture memories.
After visiting the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu, you’ll descend back to Aguas Calientes by bus, which takes about 25 minutes. There, you can explore the town of Aguas Calientes.
At the end of the guided tour of Machu Picchu, you’ll return to Aguas Calientes by bus where you’ll have downtime to relish a meal and meander around the town prior to proceeding to the train station.
Aguas Calientes to Cusco
The homeward train departs Aguas Calientes by the afternoon, delivering you back to Ollantaytambo station. Here, your driver and private vehicle will be ready to guide you back to Cusco by car, an approximate 1.45-hour drive, concluding your day with a hotel drop-off around 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm.
This carefully curated itinerary is crafted to provide a smooth, enjoyable, and profound experience from Cusco to the legendary Machu Picchu tour within a single day. Each element is thoughtfully arranged for your utmost comfort and satisfaction, allowing for a deep dive into the splendor and history of this ancient marvel.
Included:
- Pick-up at your hotel in Cusco
- Cusco to Ollantaytambo private transport
- Round trip Train Tickets
- English speaking tour guide
- Entry tickets to Machu Picchu
- Drop-off in Cusco hotel
Excluded:
- Extra expenses
- Breakfast
- Alcoholic drinks, soda
- Bottled water
- Gratuities
What to bring:
- Passports
- Water and snacks
- Hat, cap
- Local currency cash
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Small backpack
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