Start point

from Cusco

Service

Shared Service

Type

Guided Tour

Time

17 hours

Tour to Machu Picchu by Train full day – Group Service

Live the exciting adventure that the Tour to Machu Picchu by train has for you:

The guarantee of living an exciting train trip to one of the 7 Wonders of the Modern World, is possible with our Tour to Machu Picchu by Train. An unmissable destination!

This experience gives you, in addition to various emotions, the best views of the Sacred Valley of the Incas and the Vilcanota River; the unique guided tour in the Sacred City of the Incas; to close in the town of Aguas Calientes.

You must take into account that since it is one of the destinations with the highest demand in South America, it is essential to coordinate the date and times, choose the type of train, and select the places you want to know during your visit. Guru Explorers always recommends purchasing tickets in advance and planning the details to guarantee success and enjoyment of this adventure.

Just decide the date! We will do all the steps to make your experience unforgettable.

itinerary

Route

Machu Picchu Tour Itinerary:

03:45 – 13:00: At Bus Station – Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes

By having booked the tour with Guru Explorers, we will make the arrangements to buy the train tickets and the entrance tickets to Machu Picchu, taking into consideration your needs and appropriate, as far as possible, to the availability of services.

The starting time of the tour depends on the coordination that takes place and the availability of tickets by the time the trip is booked. On this shared tour, there’s a bus service from the train company who will take you to the train station round way (in the morning and afternoon when you come back from the tour).

From the city of Cusco, the departure is usually between 03:00 – 04:00, where the passenger has to be at the bus station in Cusco City 30 min before the departure time. The bus ride to Ollantaytambo train station lasts 2 hours or less depending on traffic. If the group is in the town of Ollantaytambo, we can help you arrange a transportation to the train station if needed.

The exciting train trip lasts 1.5 hours until you reach the tourist town of Aguas Calientes, where our guide awaits you at the train station to give you the instructions and meeting point for the shared tour experience to Machu Picchu.

Once the group is ready, you go up in tourist transport to the Citadel of Machu Picchu, one of the 7 Wonders of the World and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. With the tour guide, you will have the opportunity to see the fountains, temples, stairways, and architectural spaces of this enigmatic archaeological complex and much more!

The tour guide will explain to you the history and all the interesting facts of Machu Picchu in a tour where you’ll also have time to get the best pictures.

13:00 – 21:00: Lunch – Return to Cusco

After connecting to the natural, mythological and architectural magic of Machu Picchu, start the return to the tourist town of Aguas Calientes, where you enjoy lunch and, if you wish, it’s hot springs.

Make the most of the tour in this town, whose access is only possible by railroad or walking through mountain trails.

It will correspond to return by train to Ollantaytambo station; then you take the bus to finally get to Cusco around 9:00 p.m.

Note:

Availability

The itinerary of your trip may vary according to the availability of Train Tickets and Entrance Tickets to Machu Picchu. We recommend taking forecasts and booking in advance, especially in high season (June – September) or on holidays.

Train ticket

Being a shared group tour, train ticket upgrades are available with the return train. Since, due to the schedules, it will be better to leave with the whole group on the same train in the morning.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Includes

Price of the Machu Picchu Tour includes:

Briefing one day before the tour.
Transfer from accommodation in the historic center of Cusco or Ollantaytambo. Sometimes access is limited by the narrow streets of the city; if this is the case, the guide will suggest a nearby point to look for them.
Return to the lodging (private tours) or Plaza “Regocijo” (One block away from the Plaza de Armas in Cusco).
Professional guided tour in English and Spanish in Machu Picchu. (other languages are available on private tours)
Bus (round trip) from Cusco – Ollantaytambo.
Entrance tickets to the Machu Picchu Archaeological Center.
Train Ticket (round trip) from Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes (Expedition / Voyager Category)
Tourist bus ticket (round trip) Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu.
First aid kit and oxygen.

Not include

Price of the Machu Picchu Tour excludes:

Transfer from hotels outside the city of Cusco
Tips for the guide.
Beverages.
Breakfast, lunch, dinner or other food not specified in the itinerary.
Entrance ticket to Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain (can add on the purchase process).

Extra (recommended)

Private transportation for up to 3 people (car) from Cusco City to Ollantaytambo (round way) : 90 USD
- Hotel pick up and drop off

What to bring?

What to Bring to the Machu Picchu Tour?

Consider that Machu Picchu and Aguas Calientes are above (2,000 masl / 6,561 ft); its climate varies according to the time it is visited.
It is recommended to choose: comfortable shoes, light clothing, hat, gloves, sunglasses, sunscreen, water, rain gear (especially in November – April).
Repellent against insects (important in Machu Picchu)
Passport or DNI.
ISIC card if you are a student.
Travel insurance.
Bathing suit and towel (optional for the hot springs in Aguas Calientes).
Devices for audiovisual recording (cell phone, camera, video cameras).
Cash (local currency).

Considerations

What considerations you should have when taking the Machu Picchu Tour:

You must choose the entrance tickets to Machu Picchu in the purchase process. Prices vary if you are not part of the Andean Community (Peru, Bolivia, Ecuador and Colombia).
The train schedule and access to Machu Picchu, may vary, depending on availability. We recommend making reservations as far in advance as possible.
By regulation of the train company, it is not allowed to carry backpacks, suitcases or large bags. The only thing allowed are small bags or backpacks up to 5-6 kg.
For the transfer from Cusco, you should consider that sometimes, access is limited by the narrow streets of the city; If this is the case, the guide will suggest a nearby pick-up point.
Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Due to environmental, climatic or other factors, beyond our control, the trip itinerary may vary. If so, it will be notified promptly.

Guru Explorers value your time and strive to respect the tour schedule; however they may vary for reasons beyond our control (weather, natural disasters, field conditions, among other demonstrable reasons). We will do our best to offer efficient options and solutions for your enjoyment.

Not allowed:

Pets.
Smoking.
Large suitcases or bags.

Terms and Conditions

Cancellation Policies:

Take the following into account:
- The Ministry of Culture does not make refunds for the entrance to Machu Picchu, Montaña Machu Picchu or Montaña Huaynapicchu.
- The train company charges an administrative fee of 10% for cancellations.
Cancellations within 11 days or more in advance, a penalty of 90 USD per person will be charged, which includes administrative concepts, entrance tickets to Machu Picchu and train company fee.
Cancellations with 4 to 10 days in advance, will receive 50% of the amount paid.
Cancellations with 3 days or less in advance, there will be no refund.
There are no refunds for entrances to Machu Picchu Mountain or Huayna Picchu Mountain.

Date changes:

Take the following into account:
- Date changes are subject to the availability of train tickets and entrance to Machu Picchu.
- Price difference will be charged for train tickets, if applicable. (Guru Explorers does its best to avoid increases)
- In the event of the new date of the tour to Machu Picchu is in a different year from the original, the ticket will be lost and an additional 50 USD per person will be charged to buy a new one.
For changes of dates notified 11 days or more in advance, an additional charge of 15% will apply, which includes change fee for the entrance to Machu Picchu and the train company.
For changes of dates notified 4 to 10 days or more in advance, an additional charge of 25% will apply, which includes a change fee for the entrance to Machu Picchu and the train company.
It will not be possible to make date changes 3 days or less in advance.
There will be no refund in case of delayed flights, train delays, bad weather or other external factors.

Why choose us

The experience that makes you live the beauty of this mountain of colors is inexplicable, it is really a personal encounter between you and nature.

We want to be part of that experience that you will live on the Tour to Machu Picchu by train.

If you are still wondering why choose us? We would like you to read 7 outstanding characteristics of our service:

QUALITY:

When you go to a teacher, it is because you want to answer all the questions. In a matter of travel, money, time and enjoyment, you have to choose the best options available and that is what “Guru Explorers” is all about, giving you the perfect balance for the adventure you DESERVE.

EXPERIENCE:

To become “Guru Explorers”, we are still world travelers, but experts in Cusco, Lima, and the most important destinations in Peru. We lived bad and good experiences, valuing that the main difference lies in the details, so we know what elements are essential for your trip. We are travelers and we strive to enhance your experience!

TRANSPARENCY:

We are here to provide you with the best and most accurate information and description of our tours. We are not supporters of hidden costs, that is why we provide the necessary information so you can choose the inclusions or upgrades you are looking for.

SECURITY:

You entrust us with your time, your money and your expectations and that is why we fine-tune every detail to guarantee the trip you dream of.

FLEXIBILITY:

Although we have pre-established packages; they can be adapted to your needs and to make plans that are suited to you, so that you can visit any place in Peru, with the expertise of “Guru Explorers”. We adapt trips for special occasions such as your corporate trips, honeymoon, birthday, social, cultural or sports event during your visit to Peru, offering you complete advice to achieve and exceed your expectations.

PASSION:

Before being tour guides, we are travelers, explorers, adventurers; That makes us passionate about creating the best experiences in the time you invest for yourself and those you love.

SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY:

We promote Responsible and Sustainable Tourism, not affecting the traveler, nor exploiting the communities that receive it or their environment. We create more human and respectful experiences of Heritage.

Do you want a different trip to Machu Picchu? We won’t keep you waiting!