Machu Picchu full day tour train from Ollantaytambo
Machu Picchu means “Old Mountain” and is one of the Seven Wonders of the World. This place is considered one of the best touristic destinations of the world, for its amazing history and spectacular landscapes surrounded by green mountains and beautiful views.
This tour is a must if you are visiting Peru, so you can’t miss this incredible adventure, and learn about the Incan Empire.
Travel to Machu Picchu from Cusco is an amazing experience.
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What's included in Machu Picchu full day tour train from Ollantaytambo
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Very early in the morning, a touristic bus will pick you up from the hotel located in the city of Cusco to go towards the train station of Ollantaytambo in the heart of the Sacred Valley of the Incas. From this point, you will take the train to the town of Aguas Calientes, in a journey of 1 hour and a half. During the way, you will enjoy amazing mountains landscapes.
Aguas Calientes
Upon arrival, you will take a bus to the entrance of Machu Picchu Citadel, and have free time to walk around this amazing archeological site.
Santuario Historico de Machu Picchu
Machu Picchu was declared as a UNESCO Historical and Cultural Heritage in 1981. This impressive Inca citadel was built under the domains of Inca Pachacutec during the fifteenth century when he started the expansion of the Incan Empire, known as Tahuantinsuyo. At the agreed time, you will meet our professional guide at the entrance of the Inca site, to start the guided tour to Machu Picchu Historic Sanctuary. Explore the Lost City of the Incas, for 2 hours and a half, learning about this ancient civilization and admiring beautiful landscapes. The citadel has been built with huge stones which fit together in a perfect way, and it creates a spectacular landscape. Visiting Machu Picchu you will walk through their streets, avenues, as well as places that were used for agriculture and religious rites. Without a doubt, the Inca civilization had a special skill for constructions, and they used to respect the environment all the time. The tour to Machu Picchu continues with the free time to take beautiful photos and walk throughout this fantastic place by your own. If you want, you can climb the Huayna Picchu mountain (optional) with the best panoramic views. Also, you have the option to take the bus back to Aguas Calientes town to have lunch (optional). There are many options of traditional lunch at town.
Inclusions
- Lunch, no drinks (only Train Vistadome)
- Round Trip Transfer Cusco / Ollantaytambo / Cusco
- Round trip train tickets
- Bus Up / Down The Citadel
- Gratuities
- Huayna Picchu ticket entrance (optional)
- Lunch and drinks
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- You should bring sunscreen, sunhat, sunglasses, comfortable shoes, repellent insect and camera
- The guided tour lasts approximately two hours, and the circuits vary according to availability.
- Trains time varies depending on their availability and season.
- Train service allows to bring one bag no more than 5 Kilos.
- Children 2 and younger are complimentary provided they sit on a parent's lap
- The tour with Trenes Expedition or The Voyager is shared. The tour with Trenes Vistadome is private.
- We recommend booking the tour at least 30 days in advance. Tickets to Machu Picchu tend to sell out quickly.
- The Regular Vistadome Train offers a standard panoramic view and onboard dance show. The Vistadome Observatory Train offers a plus panoramic view, snacks, water, and onboard dance show.
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Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 20 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
Pick up available from centrally located Cusco city hotels
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