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2-Day Guided Tour to Machu Picchu by Train

Recommended by 97% of travelers
Cusco, Peru
  • 2 days (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Join your personal guide on this all-inclusive trekking journey to Machu Picchu, ideal for travelers in search of a less time-consuming tour. Hike along the Urubamba River, explore Machu Picchu town, unwind at the hot springs, and visit the museum and botanical garden. The tour includes transportation via minibus from Cusco to Ollanta Tambo, train tickets from Ollanta Tambo to Aguas Calientes and back, and accommodation in a shared room at a hostel in Aguas Calientes.
  • Tour Machu Picchu in two days by train; pass by popular landmarks
  • Hike Aguas Calientes trails till you arrive in Machi Picchu or take a bus
  • Walk around the sanctuary of Machu Picchu; take some photographs
  • Check out the Circular Tower, Royal Quarters, Main Plaza, and Solar Clock

What's Included

  • Mini-bus from Cusco - Ollantaytambo - Cusco
  • Train ticket from Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes – Ollantaytambo
  • Hostel in Aguas Calientes (shared rooms)
  • Entrance to Machu Picchu
  • Professional tour guide
  • Transfer
  • Bus tickets up and down Aguas Calientes
    $24.00 per person
  • Entrance to Machu Picchu Mountain - Subject to availability
    $60.00 per person
  • Entrance to Huayna Picchu Mountain - subject to availability
    $60.00 per person
  • Travel insurance
  • Gratuities
  • Meals

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

Passengers must be ready at the reception at the indicated time.

Start time
.10:00 am

Itinerary

Day 1

CUSCO CITY - OLLANTAYTAMBO - AGUAS CALIENTES

3 Stops

1

Cusco

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

2

Ollantaytambo

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

3

Aguas Calientes

15 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation: Hostel in Aguas Calientes (shared rooms). Private rooms are available, just ask us!

Meals: Not included

Day 2

AGUAS CALIENTES - MACHU PICCHU - CUSCO CITY

3 Stops

1

Aguas Calientes

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

2

Machu Picchu

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

3

Cusco

4 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation: Not included

Meals: Not included

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

Cancellation Policy

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Reviews

4.9
based on 219 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Member Pricing
From

$403.75

per person
Was $425.00(-5%)

-You will not receive a refund if you cancel.

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