Machu Picchu Full Day by Train
Overview
Experience the magic of Machu Picchu in a single, unforgettable day. This express tour is designed for travelers who are short on time or prefer to avoid the physical strain of multi-day trekking or high-altitude hikes. You will enjoy a spectacular, scenic train ride through the lush Sacred Valley and deep into the Andean cloud forest, following the winding Urubamba River. Upon arrival in Aguas Calientes, you will ascend to the legendary Lost City of the Incas for a comprehensive, professionally guided tour of its most important temples, plazas, and agricultural terraces.
Day by Day Itinerary
What is Included
- Pick-up and drop-off at your hotel in Cusco
- Private transfers from Cusco to the train station (Poroy or Ollantaytambo) and back
- Round-trip train tickets (Expedition or Voyager class, upgrade available)
- Round-trip bus tickets from Aguas Calientes up to Machu Picchu
- Entrance ticket to the Machu Picchu citadel
- Professional bilingual guide for a 2.5-hour tour
Not Included
- Meals and beverages (plenty of options available in Aguas Calientes)
- Entrance to Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain (must be booked far in advance)
- Tips for the guide and drivers
Book This Expedition
Direct operator permits • No intermediaries
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ANDES MARATHON
Official licensed direct mountaineering operator based in Cusco, Peru. We design high-altitude private adventures and glamping tours while ensuring fair wages and dignity for our native porters through the Ayni Philosophy.
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