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Excursion in Machu Picchu

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900 minutes
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The experience begins with personalized pickup from your hotel in Cusco and private transfer to the train station in Ollantaytambo. From there, you will board a panoramic train to Aguas Calientes, enjoying the breathtaking landscapes of the Sacred Valley. Upon arrival, a guide will lead you to the bus ascending the high forest to the entrance of Machu Picchu. You will enjoy a guided tour of approximately three hours of temples, terraces, squares and lesser known sectors of the sanctuary. After the visit, you will return by bus to Aguas Calientes, where you will have free time to have lunch and tour the town. You will then take the train back to Ollantaytambo, where a private transport will take you comfortably back to your hotel in Cusco.

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Excursion in Machu Picchu

FromNZD $659.50Per Person

What's included in Excursion in Machu Picchu

(Subject to Option Inclusions)

Itinerary

Machu Picchu
Pass-by Only

The tour begins with the punctual pickup at the door of your hotel in Cusco, to start the journey to the train station in Ollantaytambo (1 hour and 50 minutes), according to the schedule assigned for your entrance to Machu Picchu. From Ollantaytambo, you will board a comfortable tourist train to Aguas Calientes, crossing the imposing landscapes of the Sacred Valley of the Incas, a visually enriching route surrounded by mountains, rivers and Andean vestiges. Upon arrival in Aguas Calientes, your guide will accompany you to board the tour bus (25 minutes), which ascends through the high jungle to the entrance gate to the citadel of Machu Picchu. Once inside, you will enjoy a private guided tour of approximately 2 hours 50 minutes, during which you will explore the temples, agricultural terraces, ceremonial centers and sacred structures of this wonder of the world. An unforgettable experience that will allow you to connect with the real story of Machu Picchu

Aguas Calientes
Pass-by Only

At the end of the guided tour in the citadel of Machu Picchu, you will board the bus back to the village of Aguas Calientes. There you will have free time to have lunch, tour its picturesque streets, visit local craft markets and enjoy the natural surroundings of this charming destination. At the scheduled time, you will take the tourist train back to Ollantaytambo, a journey that will again allow you to appreciate the majesty of the Andean landscape. Once in Ollantaytambo, a private transport will be waiting for you to transfer you safely and comfortably to your hotel in Cusco, capping an unforgettable and enriching day in Machu Picchu.

Cusco
Pass-by Only

Upon arrival at your hotel in Cusco, our team will bid you a cordial farewell, making sure to leave you at the door of your accommodation in complete safety and punctuality. We appreciate your trust in our services and hope that this experience in Machu Picchu has been truly unforgettable, full of history, culture and connection with the majesty of the Andean world.

Inclusions

  • Official entrance tickets to Machu Picchu
  • Transportation from Cusco to the train station in Ollantaytambo
  • shuttle bus between Aguas Calientes and the entrance to Machu Picchu.
  • Round Trip Train Tickets
  • Guide in Machu Picchu and Aguas Calientes village
  • Tips
  • Lunch
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Meet

Pickup and Dropoff

You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points

Additional Information

We pick up all our passengers directly from your hotel doorstep. Our staff is fully identified with the company logo and will be introduced mentioning your name, which facilitates your recognition. In addition, we carry out clear and efficient prior coordination to ensure punctuality and confidence at all times

Meeting / End Points

  • We are located in a central and easily accessible area: at the intersection of Avenida El Sol with Calle Carmen Kijllo, number 250. This strategic location allows our passengers to arrive comfortably, either on foot or by transport, before the start of their tour or service."

Redeem

Ticket Redemption

Redeem your voucher at a different location

We suggest all our passengers come to our office one day before the tour for the delivery of their tickets and the final coordination of relevant information about their mystical experience in Machu Picchu. This visit allows us to ensure that all details are organized and provide personalized attention before your trip.

Operator

Explora Cusco Inka