Cusco: Machu Picchu Tour with Tickets Expedition Train - Regular Hours
ID: GYG146814-558627
Category:
Country: Peru
Duration:
15:00 hours
Description
Explore Machu Picchu Citadel, a UNESCO world heritage site on a guided tour from Cusco. Learn about Inca civilization and witness the beauty of the valleys on a train journey to Aguas Calientes.
Embark on a full-day trip to Machu Picchu from Cusco and experience the grandeur of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Learn the history behind the complex and the Inca people from your guide.
On this 1-day excursion, visit Peru’s most important archaeological and cultural treasure. The day begins with pickup at your hotel, and transfer to the train station in Ollantaytambo.
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. 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.
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
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• 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.
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You must bring your own headphones
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You must fill out a travel information form
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
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.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.
