Take an all-inclusive day trip to breathtaking Machu Picchu from Cusco. Visit the world-famous Incan ruins and learn about the city, its history and the people who once lived there. Ideal for first-time visitors, families (non-strenuous hiking) and individual travelers, this once in a lifetime experience is a must-do when visiting Peru!
Highlights
- Day trip to Machu Picchu from Cusco
- Scenic rail tour with two distinct options
- Guided tour of the sacred city
- All entrance fees, train and bus tickets and hotel transportation included
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Machu Picchu Day Trip from Cusco
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Llamas and RuinsLlamas grazing amongst the ruins of Machu Picchu.Photo by: BanditUSA, 12 2010 -
Llama and Machu PicchuLlama with Machu Picchu in the backgroundPhoto by: BanditUSA, 12 2010 -
Llamas at Machu PicchuPart of the family of llamas that live at Machu Picchu.Photo by: BanditUSA, 12 2010 -
View of the Outside of the ...The large flat "steps" were used for agricultural purposes - each "step" was for a different crop.Photo by: BanditUSA, 12 2010 -
Ruins at Machu PicchuThe way the city was built was incredible.Photo by: BanditUSA, 12 2010 -
Citadel of Machu PicchuView of the ruins at Machu Picchu.Photo by: BanditUSA, 12 2010 -
Wonderful experience!visit to Machu Pichu - February 2013Photo by: GILLES H02 2013 -
Machu PicchuA view from the terracesPhoto by: RENATA K08 2012 -
DSC04970Well, I made it at last!Photo by: Christopher DUnited Kingdom, 10 2011 -
P4260362View of Macchu PichuPhoto by: Warren G05 2011 -
Thatch HouseThatch house at Machu Picchu used to store goods and provide shade. It's easily 10 degrees cooler inside these houses!Photo by: BanditUSA, 12 2010 -
Sundial at Machu PicchuThe sundial at Machu Picchu. If you hold your hands over it, you can feel its energy.Photo by: BanditUSA, 12 2010 -
ChinchillaPicture of a chinchilla who lives at Machu Picchu.Photo by: BanditUSA, 12 2010 -
Temple at Machu PicchuOne of the temples at Machu Picchu.Photo by: BanditUSA, 12 2010 -
Machu PicchuView of Machu Picchu.Photo by: BanditUSA, 12 2010 -
Aguas CalientesThe town of Aguas CalientesPhoto by: BanditUSA, 12 2010 -
Lush JungleView of the jungle which you go through on the train on the way to Machu Picchu.Photo by: BanditUSA, 12 2010 -
Train at Aguas CalientesTrain after arriving at the town of Aguas Calientes, at the bottom of Machu Picchu.Photo by: BanditUSA, 12 2010 -
View from TrainThe views from the train were breathtaking!Photo by: BanditUSA, 12 2010 -
PoroyArriving in the town of Poroy where you board the train to Aguas Calientes and Machu Picchu.Photo by: BanditUSA, 12 2010 -
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Machu Picchu Day Trip from Cusco
Completed in approximately 1450 at the height of the Incan empire, Machu Picchu was abandoned less than 100 years later following the Spanish conquest of Peru. Today it is considered by many to be the new spiritual center of the world.
From Cusco, you'll be transferred to the railway station to enjoy your 2-hour scenic rail tour to Aguas Calientes. In order to meet various customer needs, you can choose from two different types of options.
The Backpacker option was created for adventurous passengers seeking comfort and security without the extra frills. The seats have been reupholstered with indigenous fabrics, giving them a touch of local flavor. Snacks are available for purchase, as well as additional storage space for backpacks.
The Vistadome option is a comfortable way to journey to Machu Picchu. Renovated carriages have beautiful panoramic windows to make the most of the spectacular scenery and allow for fantastic photo opportunities. Delicious snacks as well as hot and cold refreshments are served on the way (own expense).
Upon arrival at Aguas Calientes station, you'll board a small bus and head up to the ruins of the “sacred city”, Machu Picchu. Your expert guide will walk with you through the main streets of these amazing ruins. Stroll through town squares and climb delicately carved stone stairways. Esoteric wisdom holds Machu Picchu as the new spiritual center of the world. There will be time to be alone and fully embrace this magnificent wonder of the world, letting this once in a lifetime experience set in.
In the afternoon you'll return to the train station in Aguas Calientes for the trip back to Cusco.
IMPORTANT: Your passport detail is needed for the Machu Picchu Day Trip (Full name and Passport ID). Please provide your passport detail in the additional request box, otherwise the tour is not confirmed.
From Cusco, you'll be transferred to the railway station to enjoy your 2-hour scenic rail tour to Aguas Calientes. In order to meet various customer needs, you can choose from two different types of options.
The Backpacker option was created for adventurous passengers seeking comfort and security without the extra frills. The seats have been reupholstered with indigenous fabrics, giving them a touch of local flavor. Snacks are available for purchase, as well as additional storage space for backpacks.
The Vistadome option is a comfortable way to journey to Machu Picchu. Renovated carriages have beautiful panoramic windows to make the most of the spectacular scenery and allow for fantastic photo opportunities. Delicious snacks as well as hot and cold refreshments are served on the way (own expense).
Upon arrival at Aguas Calientes station, you'll board a small bus and head up to the ruins of the “sacred city”, Machu Picchu. Your expert guide will walk with you through the main streets of these amazing ruins. Stroll through town squares and climb delicately carved stone stairways. Esoteric wisdom holds Machu Picchu as the new spiritual center of the world. There will be time to be alone and fully embrace this magnificent wonder of the world, letting this once in a lifetime experience set in.
In the afternoon you'll return to the train station in Aguas Calientes for the trip back to Cusco.
IMPORTANT: Your passport detail is needed for the Machu Picchu Day Trip (Full name and Passport ID). Please provide your passport detail in the additional request box, otherwise the tour is not confirmed.
Recent Reviews of this Tour
Reviewed by Atanas C, May 2013
Great experience! The trip started with a hotel pick up in the morning, transportation to Machu Picchu, English speaking guide, and transportation back to our hotel in the evening. Our guide Victor was the best guide we’ve ever had. We asked him a lot of questions and he always answered in details and with a smile.
I do recommend this trip.
Reviewed by john g, May 2013
Amazing place, well organised, great experience
