Machu Picchu by Train




Our 2 day train tour to Machu Picchu is ideal for people who are short on time but still want to visit this world-famous attraction. We will first take the train to Aguas Calientes, a colorful town at the foot of Machu Picchu. We’ll head up to Machu Picchu, where you and your guide will have enough time to thoroughly explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.
This train ride to Machu Picchu runs all year round. Some of our departures are small group service tours, while others are private tours, depending on your preference!
Early morning, we’ll pick you up at 05h00. and then head to the train station to board the train to Aguas Calientes (also known as Machu Picchu Pueblo). The train leaves at approximately 07h50 although the exact schedule does change sometimes. The two-hour train from Cusco to Machu Picchu is a memorable experience in itself, as we pass through river canyons and rolling hills, then your guide will pick you up from the train station at around 09h25. We’ll then walk to the bus departure point for the short but zigzagging ascent up the road to Machu Picchu.
We’ll then pass through the gates into the Machu Picchu archaeological site. Here you’ll begin your guided walking tour with an experienced and highly knowledgeable guide. Our tour of Machu Picchu will last about two hours and will take you to all the most famous and most spectacular parts of the extensive archaeological complex. These include the House of the Guardian, Intihuatana, Temple of the Sun, Sacred Plaza, and other key locations. And as we walk around, we’ll have spectacular views across the agricultural terraces of Machu Picchu and across to the surrounding mountains and plunging gorges.
Once we’ve finished our tour of Machu Picchu, we’ll take the bus back down to Aguas Calientes where you can relax.
Aguas Calientes is also surrounded by thermal hot springs, and when we arrive you’ll have time to relax and enjoy a dip in one of the steaming natural springs. You’ll also have time to walk around the town, exploring the colorful markets and general buzz of this unique Peruvian settlement.
This morning is at leisure. We recommend you either pre-book an optional early morning visit to Machu Picchu (2nd bus and entry not included). Enjoy the sunrise over the ruins and watch the mist rise over this mountain-top citadel at dawn or perhaps climb Huayna Picchu.
Optional services in Aguas Calientes:
Local Hot springs.
Second entrance to Machu Picchu – Cost per person $ 90 USD (Only Entrance Fee and Bus Tickets).
Wayna Picchu – The cost per person $ 105 USD (Only Entrance Fee and Bus Tickets).
**To avoid disappointment, it is recommended you pre-purchase the 2nd day entrance & bus transfers as part of this package as spaces are limited and can sell out quickly.
This afternoon, you will board the train back to Poroy /Ollantaytambo. Upon your arrival at the train station, we will pick you up and take you back to your hotel in Cusco.
Would you like this tour as a private service?



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