Machu Picchu Full Day: A trip from Cusco
Our Machu Picchu day tour from Cusco is designed for those that are short on time or have their accommodations booked in Cusco. We begin our day early and make our way to the Sacred Valley to catch our train to Machu Picchu. Trust us, it will all be worth it once we make it to the top of the overlook and see the clouds begin to break over the City above the Clouds, Machu Picchu. It’s truly a magical and breathtaking experience! Explore the best options according to your budget, Expeditions and Hiram Bingham trains alternatives are available. Book now!
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3 hours guided tour in Machu Picchu
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Choose your travel train category
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Reliable tour operator, certified guides, and drivers. Guaranteed Quality!
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Personalized assistance before, during, and after the trip
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Explore the hidden spots to take that epic photos.
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Private Van / Mini Van (2019 – 2022)
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Roundtrip Train Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes
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Roundtrip Touristic bus Aguas Calientes – Entrance Machu Picchu
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Tickets & Entrances
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Emergency Oxygen Tank / Kit First Aid / Car Heating.
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Bilingual Guide
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Pillows / Blankets
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Extra Equipment
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Tips for our staff (Tipping is the norm on any excursion in South America)
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Meals & Accommodations
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Guides Available (French, German, Japanese & more options with additional cost)
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Sunscreen, Sunglasses, Hat & Buff Mask, Lipstick
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Trek shoes, Windbreaker Jacket
Details
Travel Route
Day 1: Cusco/Ollantaytambo/Aguas Calientes/Machu Picchu/Cusco
Technical Details
Starts at: Cusco
Ends in: Cusco or Sacred Valley
Total Hiking: 3hr hiking
Altitude: 3400m- 2430m – 3400m (11,152ft)
Tour Destinations
Ollantaytambo Train Station
Views of the Peruvian jungle
Town of Aguas Calientes
1 of the 7 Natural Wonders of the World
Panoramic views of Machu Picchu
Visit the Citadel: Inca Doors, Sacred Rock
Your VSA assistant and driver will be at your hotel at 3:30 am. Once in our private van, we head to Ollantaytambo to catch out train to the city tucked at the beginning of the amazon jungle, Aguas Calientes.
After a 1hr and 45-minute ride with stunning views in just about every direction, we reach the city. Once there, we head towards the bus station to take a 20min ride up to the entrance of One of the Seven Wonders of the World, Machu Picchu.
The moment we’ve all been waiting for! After a 3hr private guided tour, you have free time to solo explore until 11:30 am before making the bus line near the entrance gate to make your way back to Aguas Calientes.
Free time to eat, explore and enjoy Aguas Calientes, one of the most magical towns in Peru.
Train back to Ollantaytambo (1.5hr) on the way we will have the chance to see the colors of the sky changing. Arriving at the station, our driver (or bimodal) will be waiting for you with your names. Finally arrive in Cusco around 6 to 7pm.
Meals Included: No meals included
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