Machu Picchu Day Trip from Ollantaytambo & Urubamba

4.8
(38 reviews)

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11 to 12 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Discover Machu Picchu with a private, personalized experience designed for travelers staying in the Sacred Valley, including Urubamba and Ollantaytambo.

This full-day tour stands out by offering door-to-door service, transfers, train rides, and a dedicated local guide who brings the Inca citadel to life with stories of its temples, terraces, and sacred sites.

Unlike standard group tours, you will enjoy a relaxed pace and the freedom to immerse yourself without feeling rushed. Travel aboard a scenic train to Aguas Calientes, then ride the bus up to Machu Picchu, where your guide will lead you through the most iconic spots and hidden corners. You will also capture breathtaking photos from the best viewpoints and meet the famous llamas along the way.

Best of all, your guided visit takes place in the AFTERNOON—when the site is noticeably quieter—giving you space to truly appreciate this wonder of the world, without the morning rush.

What's Included

Professional Local Tour Guide
Train Tickets (Round-trip)
Machu Picchu Shuttle Bus (Round-trip)
Machu Picchu Admission Ticket
Private Transfer to and from the Train Station
Lunch
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We pick you up from your hotel/hostel/Airbnb anywhere in Ollantaytambo and Urubamba. IMPORTANT: After you made your reservation, please send us immediately via the Tripadvisor messenger the pickup location as well as if you'd like to be dropped-off in Ollantaytambo or Cusco. This messenger will be available within your booking confirmation.

Itinerary

Duration: 11 to 12 hours (approximately)
  • Ollantaytambo (Pass by)

    We board the train at Ollantaytambo train station

    Admission ticket free
  • Aguas Calientes (Pass by)

    Meet your guide and catch the shuttle bus up to Machu Picchu citadel

    Admission ticket free
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    Machu Picchu

    Upon arriving at the entrance gate of Machu Picchu, your private guide will lead you to the Guard House, where you will be treated to the best panoramic views of this ancient wonder. Here, you will have time to take in the stunning scenery and capture iconic postcard-worthy photos. After soaking in the breathtaking views, you will begin an in-depth guided tour of Machu Picchu’s urban sector. You will explore its main temples, royal residences, and other significant structures, while your guide shares fascinating historical insights, stories of the Inca civilization, and sacred legends surrounding this mystical site. The guided visit typically lasts 2.5 - 3 hours. approx. After completing your visit, you will board the shuttle bus back to Aguas Calientes Town where you will have time to enjoy lunch before boarding the train back to Ollantaytambo, and your driver will meet there to drive back to your Hotel.

    3 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Total tour duration includes the travel time.
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