Tour details
Machu Picchu by Train
The tour begins in Cusco with pickup from your hotel at 3:45 a.m. to 4:00 a.m., then we will transfer you by tourist bus to the Ollantaytambo station. This trip lasts approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes.
In Ollantaytambo, we will board the train at 6:10 a.m. and travel through the Sacred Valley along the Vilcanota River for a 1 hour and 45-minute trip to Aguas Calientes. During the trip, you will enjoy the beautiful landscapes of the Vilcanota Valley. Upon arrival in Aguas Calientes, our guide will be waiting at the station to give you instructions on how to visit Machu Picchu, You will also have some time to use the bathroom, purchase anything you need, etc.
Then, you will take the bus from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu. The trip lasts 30 minutes. The estimated arrival time is between 9:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m.
At the entrance to MachuPicchu, the entire group will meet with a licensed guide to enter together. Inside the wonder, you will have a 2.5-hour guided tour and then you Will have free time to explore for yourself.
Then, you will return to Aguas Calientes town by bus and from there take the train back to Ollantaytambo. Depending on the train schedule, Your train schedule will be between 2:30 and 6:00pm pm, depending on how far in advance you book the tour.
From Ollantaytambo, we will pick you up on a tourist bus to Cusco, arriving in Cusco between approximately 7:00 p.m. and 11:00 p.m., depending on the train schedule.
What’s Included
– Pickup from your hotel
– Bus from Cusco to Ollantay Tambo
– Round-trip train ticket
– Ticket to Machu Picchu
– Professional bilingual guide (Spanish-English)
WHAT THE TOURIST NEEDS TO BRING
– Breakfast
– Lunch
– Water
GROUP SERVICE
- $299 USD per person
Frequently Asked Questions
Machu Picchu tickets are included?
Tickets to Machu Picchu are included. The earlier you book the tour, the greater the chance of getting the best circuit within Machu Picchu.
What is the best time of year to visit Machu Picchu?
Machu Picchu by train can be seen at any time of year, but the most recommended time is during the dry season from June to December.