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Machu Picchu Full Day Tour

Recommended by 99% of travelers
Cusco, Peru
  • 16 hours (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Group discounts
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Experience one of the New 7 Wonders of the World, Machu Picchu, on this full-day excursion that departs from Cusco. Ride through the Andes Mountains and cloud forests on a train to reach the town of Aguas Calientes. Then head up to the ancient citadel for a guided tour of the ruins, where you learn about its history and its importance to the Incas.
  • Visit a UNESCO World Heritage Site—Machu Picchu
  • Choose from two different train experiences
  • Enjoy free time to explore the village of Aguas Calientes
  • A private tour means a personalized experience

What's Included

  • Professional certified tour guide in Spanish, English or Portuguese (not a bilingual tour)
  • Machu Picchu guided tour (group service).
  • Machu Picchu admission ticket.
  • Roundtrip bus ticket to Machu Picchu
  • Roundtrip train tickets Ollantaytambo - Aguas Calientes (Tourist class)
  • Pick up and Drop off at Cusco hotel
  • 24 hours assistance in English, Spanish or Portuguese.
  • Personalized concierge.
  • Admission ticket to Huayna Picchu mountain (optional hike, must be booked in advance).
  • Personal expenses.
  • Tips.
  • Travel insurance.
  • Meals or drinks.

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

• You will need to show your original passport in order to board the train to Aguas Calientes. • We offer pick up services from hotels within the city center or our meeting point. • You will receive a confirmed pickup time at the time of your booking. • One of our representatives will meet you the evening prior to your tour in order to deliver your tickets and brief you on the activities for the next day. • Use sneakers or light/tennis shoes. • Bring a raincoat (long poncho) during the rainy season. • You should bring a small backpack that weights up to 5kg. • You should wear comfortable clothing, sunscreen and a brimmed hat for sunny days.

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Meeting point

  • Viagens Machu Picchu
    Oficina 401, Centro Comercial Cusco Sol Plaza, Av. El Sol 948, Cusco 08002, Peru

    You can also meet the group at the door of the local office of Migraciones Cusco.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

1

Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu

2 hours Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • Children under 5 years of age are free of charge as long as they do not occupy a seat.
  • Please send your preferred pick up address in Cusco upon booking.
  • We will require your passport details in order to book your train and Machu Picchu entrance ticket. Please enter this information upon booking the tour.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 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 387 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

From $633.00

per person

-You will not receive a refund if you cancel.

Book ahead!
On average, this is booked 20 days in advance.

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