Machu Picchu Day Trip

Our Machu Picchu day trip is designed for all tourist doesn’t have much time, but would like to get the most out of your visit to Machu Picchu. You will have the opportunity of exploring the constructions, Inca temples and the wonderful natural environment that surrounds to all the Citadel of Machu Picchu. Inca Machu Picchu Tours invites you to live an amazing and organized tour with a good quality service.

Our tour start very early in the morning we will transfer from your hotel in Cusco to the train station in Ollantaytambo by bus. In Ollantaytambo You will board the train to Aguas Calientes also called (Machu Picchu Pueblo). The trip by train lasts approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes. Finally in Aguas Calientes We will take the bus that will take us to our destination: The Inca Citadel of Machu Picchu. The guided tour takes at least 2 hours aprox, having a walk for the most important places of Machu Picchu when the tours ends you return to aguas calientes to have lunch and board the train and car for the same route.
Our Tour to machu picchu start from your hotel in Cusco and end in your hotel in Cusco then don’t worry about the details.

You will enjoy a full day of energy and will have time to explore unique places.

Overview of Our Machu Picchu day trip by Train.

• Transfer from your hotel in Cusco to Ollantaytambo by bus.
• Travel by Train from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes.
• Reception in the Aguas Calientes train station.
• Bus journey from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu.
• Guided tour of one of the New 7 wonders of the world, Machu Picchu.
• Free time to go back to Aguas Calientes, have lunch, see the town, or relax in the Hot Springs.
• Return to Ollantaytambo by train.
• Return to Cusco by bus for your overnight in Cusco.

From Cusco to Machu Picchu.

Our Machu Picchu day trip start very early (from 04:00 am to 6:30 am approximate). The pickup time depends the train option you like and the availability. we pick you up from your hotel in Cusco to the train station in Ollantaytambo.

In Ollantaytambo We will board the train that passes through the Sacred Valley of the Incas until we reach the town of Aguas Calientes also called (Machu Picchu Town), the train journey lasts approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes. During the trip, tourists will appreciate beautiful and unique landscapes and traditional villages that are at the foot of the Andes, you can also see the Urubamba River that crosses the Sacred Valley of the Incas.

Tour in Machu Picchu.

We will pick you from the train station in Aguas Calientes to take you to the bus station, we will take the bus that will take you to the Archaeological Sanctuary of Machu Picchu. The trip lasts 30 minutes, in the entrance of the Citadel of Machu Picchu our Tour Guide will be waiting for you to start the Guided Tour in Machu Picchu. The guided tour will last 2 hours approximately, visiting the most important places of the Inca citadel.

At the end tour, the tour guide leaves you in a strategic place, Moreover, you have free time to explore on your own and take all the pictures and selfies you want in Machu Picchu, after your visit to Machu Picchu ends, you should take the return bus from the citadel of Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes Town.

Return to Cusco. 

In the afternoon we will board the train back to Ollantaytambo, where we will pick you up from the train station to transfer you to Cusco so We will arrive in Cusco at night.

What you need to take for this tour:

• Original Passport, International Student Card (ISIC card) if applicable.
• Sneakers, T-shirts, Pants, Shorts, Bathing suit, and Sun hat.
• Waterproof jacket and Rain poncho from Nov to Mar.
• Sunscreen, Bottled Water, and Personal medication.
• Cameras and Extra money.
• Travel Insurance is recommended.

IMPORTANT: We recommend you to use a small backpack during the tour to carry your belongings.

Why book with Inca Machu Picchu Tours ?

Inca Machu Picchu Tours is a local travel agency and tour operator then We don’t give commissions to travel agencies or any other thirds parties that inflate the costs. Our staff formed by group of experienced tour guides from Cusco and rural comunities.

We are committed to give you an experience in Peru you´ll never forget. We offer you a good quality and the best price, take your time and check our website and read our reviews.