Machu Picchu Tour – 1 Day
Overview
Highlights
- Machu Picchu - Sightseeing
- Departures: By Prior Reservation
- Season: All Year Round
- Service: Shared
Itinerary
Day 1: Cusco – Ollantaytambo – Machu Picchu – Aguas Calientes – Cusco
Note: Most of our 1-day Machu Picchu train tour depart from Cusco at 3:00 AM. However, if you prefer a later departure, we can arrange it for you.
Your adventure begins with a3:00 AM pickup from your hotel in Cusco. From there, our private transport will take you on a 1.5-hour drive to the town of Ollantaytambo, nestled in the Sacred Valley. Here, we'll board a scenic train to Aguas Calientes, the gateway to Machu Picchu. During the journey, you’ll enjoy breathtaking landscapes, including snow-capped peaks like Mount Veronica, lush green valleys, and ancient agricultural terraces. The train ride itself is a unique and unforgettable experience.
Following the Urubamba River through the Sacred Valley, we'll arrive to Aguas Calientes town . From there, a 30-minute bus ride will take you up to Machu Picchu.
Once we are inside, we will enjoy a 3-hour guided tour, where you’ll learn about the Inca civilization and explore key landmarks, including the Temple of the Sun, the Temple of the Three Windows, the Inca’s House, the Main Plaza, Wayrana, and the Sacred Rock, among others.
After exploring the citadel, you’ll return to Aguas Calientes by bus. Here, you’ll have free time to enjoy lunch and explore the charming town. Later, you’ll board the return train to Ollantaytambo, followed by a private van transfer back to Cusco. The tour concludes with a drop-off at your hotel .
What is Included
Included
- Private transportation from Cusco to the train station
- Expedition train ticket from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes - ollantaytambo
- Round-trip bus tickets between Aguas Calientes and Machu Picchu
- Professional tour guide
- pick up and drop off at the hotel
Not Included
- meals and drinks
- things that are not detailed on what is included
What to Bring
- Original passport (required for Machu Picchu entry)
- Valid student ID if booked as a student
- Small daypack or backpack
- Nice shirt and pants for photos
- Sun hat and sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Reusable water bottle
- Waterproof jacket or rain poncho
Frequently Asked Questions
if you book it in advance we will purchase the Circuit 2 , so you will visit both the upper and lower parts of Machu Picchu with our guide. This circuit is recommended because it allows you to explore the entire Inca City.
NOTE:in case you book it in the last minute we will accommodate you on circuit# 1 or 3.
Unfortunately, when Circuit # 2 tickets for Machu Picchu are sold out, we cannot secure them since we also purchase the tickets directly from Peru's official website.
To solve this, we will purchase two tickets: one for Circuit 1 and another for Circuit 3. With this alternative, you will explore Circuit 3 with our guide for two hours, then exit and re-enter Machu Picchu to visit Circuit 1 on your own for one hour. By purchasing both circuit tickets, you will still be able to see most of the site, including iconic photo spots and all temples.
