Machu Picchu by Train Full Day Tour

Machupicchu by Train Full Day

$320.00

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PROGRAM FACTS

Trip Type

Transport - Walking

Duration

1 Day

Difficulty

Easy

Max. Altitude

2,400 m - 7,850 ft

Group Size

Minimum 2

Description:

The Machu Picchu by Train full day is one of the most comfortable way to get the ancient citadel is trought the Machu picchu by train tour, this is basically for people who are short in time and want to do visit Machu picchu spending just one day.

Itinerary

Day 1: Cusco – Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes – Cusco

Early in the morning at the agreed time we will pick you up from your hotel and transfer to Ollantaytambo where we will catch the train, the bus transportation takes 1 hour and 40 minutes approximately then we travel by train for 2 more hours enjoying the wonderful landscapes, we will Arrive at Aguas Calientes train station followed by a 30 minutes bus drive up to Machupicchu, upon arrival, we´ll participate in a guided tour of the Citadel, visiting the Main Plaza, the Circular Tower, the Sacred Sun Dial, the Royal Quarters, the Temple of the Three Windows and various burial grounds. After the tour you will have time to stroll around the archeological site at your leisure. In the afternoon we will return to Aguas Calientes by bus then we will catch train to Ollantaytambo and finally by bus to Cusco, The tour will ends near the main plaza at San Francisco Square.

WHAT IS INCLUDED?

Pick from hotel and train station.
Professional English/Spanish speaking tour guide.
Tour service in Machupicchu (2.5 hours).
R/T Bus transportation Cusco – Ollantaytambo.
R/T Train transportation Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes.
Bus Tickets up and down to Machupicchu.
Entrance ticket for Machupicchu.

NOT INCLUDED

Meals.
Tickets for hotsprings.
Entrance ticket for Huaynapicchu and Machupicchu Mountains (Ask for availability and cost).
Snacks, water and tips.

WE RECOMMEND TO BRING

Backpack or Daypack.
Personal documentation (Passport and ID).
Raincoat and rain poncho.
Water bottle, flashlight, hat, sun block, sunglasses.
Warm and light clothes.
Insect repellent and sunscreen.
Snacks (chocolates, candies, salty snacks, etc).
Camera and binoculars (Opctional).
Cash in Soles.

ADDITIONALS AND UPGRADES

Climb to Huaynapicchu Mountain:

It is a peak located behind the Archaeological Site of Machu Picchu “when we see taken from the classic photo place”, the climb to Huaynapicchu Mountain takes between 45 minutes to 1 hour. The trail consists starting with some flat and downhill sections followed by a long uphill stair until the top, the views are completely different to the regular ones. It is important to book in advance since there are limited spots each day, the price for this circuit is also more expensive than others. CLICK HERE to have more information about the HUAYNAPICCHU MOUNTAIN.

Climb to Machu Picchu Mountain:

Another additional circuit to do is the Machu Picchu Mountain, the hike up to the top takes between 1 hour and a half to 2 hours through the ancestral trail, the views from each of the resting points are stunning and perfect for the panoramic photos, there is also a limited availability and also with an extra cost. Find the appropriate information about the MACHU PICCHU MOUNTAIN through THIS LINK.

Train Service Upgrade:

The train tickets from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes and the return are included in the regular service “Expedition or Voyager”, since there are some other services, our customers can upgrade their train service but with an extra cost, Vistadome or 360° are some of them, it is necessary to ask before and see the availability.