Machu Picchu by Train: A Seamless Full-Day Adventure
Overview
Visiting Peru often includes a journey to the archaeological site of Machu Picchu, a long-anticipated highlight for many travelers. This awe-inspiring ancient city was virtually forgotten until the early part of the 20th century.
- 🏔️ Machu Picchu is located in a spectacular setting, known as the best-known archaeological site on the continent.
- ⏳ The city was never revealed to the conquering Spaniards, adding to its mystique.
- 📜 It remained largely undiscovered until the early 1900s, making it a significant historical location.
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Pickup included
- Cusco Hotel Transfer (Cusco - Ollantaytambo - Cusco)
- Entrance to Machu Picchu
- Bus (Aguas Calientes Train Station to Machu Picchu and back)
- Bi-lingual guide (English and Spanish)
- Train (Ollantaytambo - Aguas Calientes - Ollantaytambo)
- Accommodation
- Meals
- At 3:55 am, hotel pick-ups will begin. (pass by)
- You’ll be driven to the train station in Ollantaytambo, where you will catch the 6:40 am train to Aguas Calientes, arriving around 8:00 am. (pass by)
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Aguas CalientesUpon arrival, your guide will meet you at the train station and escort you to the bus for a 30-minute ride up to Machu Picchu, arriving around 8:45 am.
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Machu PicchuGuided tour of Machu Picchu: Once at Machu Picchu, you will enter the site and enjoy a 2.5 to 3-hour guided tour, during which your bilingual guide will explain the history and major sites of the Lost City. Free time to explore: After the guided tour, you’ll have free time to explore the site on your own. You can exit to visit the café and re-enter, as your ticket is valid for the entire day.
- Same route back to Cusco. (pass by)
If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.