Machu Picchu: Full-Day Tour from Cusco with Optional Lunch
Duration: 14 hours
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Cusco: Machu Picchu Small Group Tour with Tickets
Product ID: 146814
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Join an exclusive small-group tour in Machu Picchu Citadel and experience one of the world's most visited sites in a very private way with a local and knowledgeable tour guide. Marvel at the beauty and mystery of this UNESCO listing.
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Mobile ticketing
Duration: 15 hours
Starting time 4:00 AM
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Live tour guide
Spanish, English
Pickup included
Please provide your hotel’s name and address in Cusco center. Please indicate if you are staying at a private accommodation (with address), you will then be provided with a meeting point close by.Experience
Highlights
- Take in the stunning beauty of the Andes as you travel by train to Aguas Calientes
- Tour the sacred Machu Picchu complex with a local guide
- Step back in time as you learn about the history of the world Heritage Site
- Enjoy a highly personalized tour in a small-group of up to 8 people
Itinerary
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Cusco
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2 hours
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Ollantaytambo Train Station
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2.5 hours
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Aguas Calientes
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30 minutes
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Machu Picchu (guided tour)
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30 minutes
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Aguas Calientes
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2.5 hours
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Ollantaytambo Train Station
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2 hours
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Cusco
5 hours
Pickup included
Main stop
Transfer stop
Full description
On this 1-day excursion you’ll visit Peru’s most important archaeological and cultural treasure. The day begins with pick-up at your hotel, and transfer to the train station in Ollantaytambo. An early 5:05 AM departure means you’ll have ample time to explore Machu Picchu.
Take in the beauty of the valleys on the train journey to Aguas Calientes. From this point, there’s just a 30-minute bus trip to the sanctuary of Machu Picchu.
Explore the Inca complex with a knowledgeable guide. See the Temple of the Sun, the Intihuatana, the Temple of the 3 Windows, the mausoleum and more. You’ll have free time to take photos and walk around on your own. Visit the Plaza de Armas in town and see what handicrafts are on offer. Return to Ollantaytambo by train, and then you’ll be taken back to Cusco.
Take in the beauty of the valleys on the train journey to Aguas Calientes. From this point, there’s just a 30-minute bus trip to the sanctuary of Machu Picchu.
Explore the Inca complex with a knowledgeable guide. See the Temple of the Sun, the Intihuatana, the Temple of the 3 Windows, the mausoleum and more. You’ll have free time to take photos and walk around on your own. Visit the Plaza de Armas in town and see what handicrafts are on offer. Return to Ollantaytambo by train, and then you’ll be taken back to Cusco.
Includes
- Drop-off in Cusco
- Round-trip transportation between Cusco and Ollantaytambo
- Official English-speaking guide in Machu Picchu (2.5 hours)
- Train ticket (round-trip between Ollantaytambo and Aguas Calientes)
- Entrance to Machu Picchu
- Bus ticket (round-trip between Aguas Calientes and Machu Picchu)
- Bus to Cusco
- Private hotel pickup at hotels in Cusco's historic center
- Personalized small-group tour of up to 8 people
What’s Not Included
- Tips
- Meals
Not suitable for
- People with mobility impairments
- Wheelchair users
Prepare for the activity
Important information
What to bring
- Passport or ID card
- Comfortable shoes
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Camera
- Sunscreen
- Water
- Insect repellent
Not allowed
- Luggage or large bags
Know before you go
• You must bring a current valid passport on the day of travel.
• Please note that trains are scheduled according to availability and the guided tour of Machu Picchu lasts around 2-2.5 hours; there will be plenty of free time to enjoy Aguas Calientes before your return to Cusco.
• Machu Picchu is regulated by Peru Government; visitors are permitted to stay in the Citadel only during the guided tour. Please be aware that by regulation you may not re-enter the Citadel.
• The local partner will provide all tickets required for your entrance in the site and transportation.
• Please note that trains are scheduled according to availability and the guided tour of Machu Picchu lasts around 2-2.5 hours; there will be plenty of free time to enjoy Aguas Calientes before your return to Cusco.
• Machu Picchu is regulated by Peru Government; visitors are permitted to stay in the Citadel only during the guided tour. Please be aware that by regulation you may not re-enter the Citadel.
• The local partner will provide all tickets required for your entrance in the site and transportation.
From US$ 328 per person
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Cusco: Machu Picchu Small Group Tour with Tickets
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