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This 2-day Machu Picchu tour is designed for travelers looking to book last minute or failed to get advance tickets. Assistance is offered to purchase tickets directly in Aguas Calientes, subject to the daily availability of 1,000 tickets released by the Ministry of Culture of Peru.
You will have the assistance to manage the admission, although no specific schedule or circuit is guaranteed. In case of high demand, it may be necessary to consider an additional night in Aguas Calientes, which could generate additional costs for the modification of train tickets. The tour includes transportation from Cusco, roundtrip train, professional guide, personalized assistance and return transfer. Ideal for spontaneous travelers or those who already have their entrance and are looking for an organized tour.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Pick-up is from hotels located within the historic center of Cusco, pick-up times are subject to availability of admission to MAchu Picchu and availability of the railway company
Itinerary
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1Cusco
We start the tour with pickup from your accommodation in Cusco between 4:00 a.m. and 5:00 a.m. (timetable may vary depending on train availability). Our team will pick you up and transfer you to the appropriate train station, with the aim of taking one of the first trains to Aguas Calientes (also known as Machu Picchu Pueblo). This early schedule allows you to arrive in good time in Aguas Calientes and purchase entrance tickets to Machu Picchu in case the tour has been booked at the last minute. The visiting circuit within Machu Picchu is subject to availability depending on the daily capacity of the archaeological site.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
2Ollantaytambo
After the transfer from Cusco, we will arrive at the village of Ollantaytambo, in the heart of the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Here we board the tourist train to Aguas Calientes, the gateway to Machu Picchu. During the train journey, approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes, you can enjoy spectacular Andean landscapes, valleys, rivers and jungle mountains, all from the comfort of your seat. This railway experience is one of the most impressive in Peru, ideal for taking pictures and beginning to connect with the history and nature surrounding Machu Picchu.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
3Machu Picchu
Upon arrival at Aguas Calientes train station, a representative of our agency will be waiting for you to provide personalized assistance. If you do not already have your entrance ticket to Machu Picchu, our staff will accompany you to manage the purchase of one of the tickets available for the following day (timetables, routes and circuits are subject to availability). If you already have the entrance ticket, you will be transferred directly to your accommodation (not included in the tour). The rest of the day is free for you to explore Aguas Calientes on your own. Suggested activities for the afternoon off : Visit the thermal baths of Aguas Calientes Tour the village of Machu Picchu and its local markets Explore the Manuel Chávez Ballón Site Museum Visit the Machu Picchu butterfly In the evening, you will have a brief briefing with our guide, who will explain all the details of the guided tour of Machu Picchu scheduled for the following day.
Admission ticket free -
4Machu Picchu
Guided tour of Machu Picchu Citadel According to the timetable assigned on your ticket and the circuit available, we will take the ecological bus that connects Aguas Calientes with the citadel of Machu Picchu. The bus ride takes approximately 30 minutes and offers panoramic views of the mountainous and jungle landscape. Upon arrival at the entrance of Machu Picchu Archaeological Park, we will begin the guided tour accompanied by an accredited professional guide. For approximately 21⁄2 hours, we will tour the most emblematic sectors of the site: temples, platforms, squares, and viewpoints, while discovering the history, architecture and cultural legacy of the Inca civilization. The specific route within Machu Picchu will depend on the circuit available, according to the rules established by the Ministry of Culture of Peru.
3 hours • Admission ticket included -
5Aguas Calientes
Return to Aguas Calientes and departure by train After finishing the guided tour in Machu Picchu, we will board again the bus back to Aguas Calientes (also known as Machu Picchu Pueblo). This 30-minute drive will allow you to relax and enjoy the views as you descend from the mountain. Once in the village, you will have free time for lunch at one of the local restaurants or shopping at the artisan markets. It is recommended to show up at the train station at least 30 minutes before scheduled departure. The return train journey to Ollantaytambo takes approximately 2 hours. During the journey, you can rest.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
6Ollantaytambo
Return transfer to Cusco Upon arrival at the train station in Ollantaytambo, a tourist vehicle will be waiting for you to start the transfer back to your hotel in Cusco. This journey takes approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes, depending on the traffic and the final station assigned by the railway company. Important: The train arrival station is subject to ticket availability at the time of booking and can be in one of the following: Ollantaytambo, Pachar, Poroy or San Pedro (Cusco downtown). Your local operator will confirm your assigned station in advance, along with the corresponding logistical details. Note: this tour is designed for travelers planning their trip at the last minute which will give them the option to acquire the revenue in Machu Picchu Pueblo, the circuits are subject to availability, and may also require an additional night and expenses for train ticket modifications.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Pick up hotel Cusco - Train trip to Machu Picchu
Machu Picchu Tour / Return to Cusco
Additional info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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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.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You will not receive a refund if you cancel.
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