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Machu Picchu in 1 Day from Cusco
About This Tour
This adventure will take you in one day through the finest gems the Andes has to offer. From the scenic views along the Expedition train ride to the picturesque town of Aguas Calientes, and finally the jewel-in-our-crown, the Lost City of the Incas, Machu Picchu. Our team will make sure this becomes an unforgettable tour that you’ll cherish all your life.
What's Included
✓ Included
- Transport Cusco - Ollantaytambo - Cusco
- Train Expedition 05:05 or 06:10 h.
- Bus Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu (one way)
- Billingual Tour Guide
- Machu Picchu entrance ticket
✗ Not Included
- Bus down from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes
- Food
Itinerary
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We’ll start the day early at 3:30 am, picking you up from your hotel/hostel and taking you to Ollantaytambo station. Once there, you’ll take to train to Aguas Calientes arriving at 8:20 am, where our staff will be waiting for you to take you up on bus to Machu Picchu.
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From there your 2-hour guided tour begins. You’ll visit important places such as the Main Square, the Circular Tower, the Sacred Solar Clock, the Royal Quarters, the Temple of the Three Windows and the Royal Inca Cemeteries.
After the Machu Picchu tour is over, you’ll have some free time to explore the Inca citadel by yourself and take pictures, walk around or just relax and enjoy the mystical views.
At 14:00 pm it’s time to start making your way back down to Aguas Calientes.
After the Machu Picchu tour is over, you’ll have some free time to explore the Inca citadel by yourself and take pictures, walk around or just relax and enjoy the mystical views.
At 14:00 pm it’s time to start making your way back down to Aguas Calientes.
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You’ll have some time to visit some shops or get some food in Aguas Calientes, until the train time back to
Ollantaytambo at 6:20 pm or before (subject availability). Our staff will be waiting for you to arrive to take you back to your hotel/hostel in Cusco.
Around 10:30 pm, you will be arriving back in Cusco approximately.
Ollantaytambo at 6:20 pm or before (subject availability). Our staff will be waiting for you to arrive to take you back to your hotel/hostel in Cusco.
Around 10:30 pm, you will be arriving back in Cusco approximately.
Good to Know
- Specialized infant seats are available
- 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