Overview
You will take the panoramic train journey, as you pass through the ancient towns of the Incas. Travel through the highlands, cloud forest enjoy the green, brown and white peaks, the intricately formed valleys, layers of handmade Inca farming terraces.
Transported by shuttle bus from Aguas Calientes to begin your connection to the natural world and cultural show at the citadel of Machu Picchu (2,400m/7907ft), catch yourself as you travel back in time to this magical place, sacred and mysterious, with the name of Machu-Picchu, “The Old Mountain.” Take your time exploring the majestic Machu Picchu, the Incan ruins rich in history and beautiful landscape
- CUSCO ALTITUDE: 3350m/11022 ft
- CLIMATE: Hot and sunny by day and cold by night
- DRY SEASON: April to October
- RAINY SEASON: November to March
Itinerary
Machu Picchu Tours – ITINERARY
Wake up early to rise to a new day of adventure and mindfulness sharing the day with our majestic Machu Picchu. We pick you up at your hotel 6:15am and then drive in our private van to Poroy-Cusco Train Station to leave at 7:35am (in off season we drive you to Ollantaytambo for the 7:05am Vistadome Train)
Travel through the alpine meadows nestled amongst the green brown and white peaks, the intricately formed valleys, layers of handmade Inca farming terraces, ridged snowcapped mountains and sub-tropical jungle near the Amazon, from Ollantaytambo the sacred Vilcanota river will be our companion until arrival at Aguas Calientes.
Your guide will meet you at the train station at 10:52am. You will have just a few minutes to get a sandwich or something for lunch before being transferred to Machu Picchu on the shuttle bus. (2040mt/7907ft). Following in the ancient and remote footsteps of the Lost City of the Incas, listen carefully the 2.5 hours of guided tour and cultural exchange of the history of Machu Picchu. You will then be gifted with free time to explore, take photos, or hike to the Sun Gate. Returning to Aguas Calientes, you will catch the early evening Vistadome train 6:10pm train to Ollantaytambo, where we take you back to your hotel in Cusco, arriving approximately by 10pm.
- Meals: Snack and Hot Drinks on the Train.
EXTRA HIKES
- Hiking up to the SUN Gate: (no ticket is needed). It takes an hour hike from where you may enjoy the amazing angle view of Machu Picchu- a 2hour round trip hike.
- Inca Bridge: (no ticket needed). It is a 25minute walk from the citadel, great views.
VISTADOME CLASS TRAIN
The Vistadome is the ideal train for those who want to be in contact with the environment and appreciate the wonderful journey to Machu Picchu. Connect your senses through a sophisticated and sensory travel experience with the best comfort and quality service!
Surrounded entirely by glass, in cars with large panoramic windows on the side and ceiling, offering incomparable scenic views and numerous opportunities to capture amazing pictures. The Vistadome has a different service which allows the visitor to be immersed in the Andean Culture through its landscapes, music, dance and even food, carefully prepared with local ingredients.
The Vistadome train provides travelers with on board personalized and first class service to give them an unforgettable lifetime experience. It also has air conditioning and heating, leather seats that adjust the body to provide comfort and relaxation during the entire trip.
You start your journey at the Poroy station located about 25 minutes from downtown Cusco, the journey to Machu Picchu lasts just over three hours you arrive at Aguas Calientes. This is a unique journey experience in which PeruRail is concerned about every detail.
Your return journey is from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo the Sacred Valley of the Incas a journey lasting 2 hours. When you arrive at Ollantaytambo you will transfer to a private van for your trip back to Cusco, arriving at your hotel at about 10pm.
Included
WHAT IS INCLUDED FOR MACHU PICCHU TOURS?
- Transfer at 6:30am from your hotel to Poroy Train Station
- Vistadome train ticket from Poroy to Aguas Calientes
- Bus round trip from Aguas Calientes to Machu-picchu (30mins)
- Admission ticket for Machu Picchu sanctuary
- Guided tour in English (2.5 hours approximately – 2 hours free time to explore on your own)
- (Small group from 3 to 8 people with an experienced english speaking guide)
- Vistadome train ticket return to Ollantaytambo, then transfer back to your hotel in Cusco by van
- Snacks and Dance Presentation are included
- Transfer from the train station to your hotel.
SCHEDULE
- Enjoy Machu Picchu Tours in 1 Day Tour with MTE Adventures, in a Small Group!
- Transfer from your hotel At 6:30am Cusco to Poroy Train Station. (Train leaves at 7:35 am)
- The train ride consists of spectacular views in the Sacred Valley of the Incas.
- Your guide will meet you at the train station, you will have a few minutes to get some lunch if you like and then a shuttle will take you from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu taking 30 minutes.
- You will enter Machu Picchu for the second session At 12:00pm ; and have a guided tour of 2hours of Machupicchu “The Old Sacred Mountain” and then you have some free time for taking photos, exploring the citadel, hiking up to the Sun Gate.
- you have take the shuttle bus back to Aguas Calientes town at the latest at 5pm.
- You must be at the train station 30min before your train departures and you return by Vistadome Train to Ollantaytambo and then private van to Cusco.
- Arriving to your hotel in Cusco approximately at around 10pm.
Recommend
WHAT YOU SHOULD BRING?
- A small daypack with water to drink
- Snacks if you like
- Comfortable shoes or runners
- Camera and rain jacket or poncho
- A fleece or jacket, basic toiletries
- Hat for the sun , sunscreen, insect repellent.
- Passport (Cannot enter Train or Machu Picchu without passport)
- ISIC card if appropriate.
- Money for souvenirs
Extras
Price
PRICE – USD $380 per person
***Private service is available for $40 more per person.
***All entrance fees are included and we operate our tours in small groups averaging 5 persons with a maximum of 10!
DISCOUNTS
- Students with ISIC CARD: US$25. Please send us a copy of your ISIC at the time of booking.
- Under 18 years old: US$20 Please send us a copy of your passport at the time of booking.
- Under 11 years old: US$25 Please send us a copy of your passport at the time of booking.