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Visit the iconic Machu Picchu with this convenient last-minute tour from Cusco. Ideal for travelers who haven’t secured tickets, this 2-day journey includes a scenic ride through the Sacred Valley to Ollantaytambo, a train trip to Aguas Calientes, and an expert-guided tour of the ancient Inca citadel. Enjoy a night in Aguas Calientes and experience the rich history and breathtaking views of Machu Picchu while ensuring all ticket processes are handled by professionals. Flexibility is key, as entrance circuits depend on ticket availability from the Ministry of Culture.
- Duration: 2 days with one night in Aguas Calientes
- Group size: 10+ participants, suitable for ages 7 and up
- Includes hotel pickup, train transfers, a professional guide, and breakfast
- Last-minute tickets acquired through an official in-person process with assistance provided
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Our uniformed staff will meet you at your hotel in Cusco and escort you to the transportation. Please wait in the hotel lobby 10 minutes before your scheduled pickup time. If your hotel is located in an area with restricted vehicle access, we will provide the closest meeting point prior to your tour. Our team will contact you one day before departure to reconfirm your pickup details.
Itinerary
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1Ollantaytambo
Enjoy views of Andean mountains, agricultural fields, traditional villages, and the Urubamba River as you travel to the train station.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Aguas Calientes
Board the tourist train for a beautiful journey along the Urubamba River. The landscape gradually changes from the high Andes to the lush cloud forest surrounding Machu Picchu. Upon arrival in Aguas Calientes, our representative will assist you with the official registration process for a last-minute Machu Picchu ticket. You must present your original passport at the Ministry of Culture office. Depending on demand and the current system, you may receive a registration number or an assigned time to return and purchase your ticket. At the indicated time, you will return to the Ministry of Culture office to complete the purchase. The entrance circuit and time will depend on the remaining official availability.
1 hour 40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Aguas Calientes
Enjoy breakfast before beginning your visit. The schedule may be adjusted according to your confirmed Machu Picchu entrance time.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Machu Picchu
Walk to the bus station and board the shuttle to the entrance of Machu Picchu. The road climbs through the cloud forest and offers impressive mountain views. Meet your professional guide and explore the circuit assigned to your entrance ticket. You will learn about the construction, history, religious importance, and sophisticated engineering of this extraordinary Inca site. The places visited will depend on your confirmed circuit but may include terraces, ceremonial areas, residential sectors, temples, plazas, and panoramic viewpoints.
4 hours • Admission ticket free -
5Aguas Calientes
After the guided visit, take the shuttle bus back to Aguas Calientes. You will have free time for lunch before going to the train station.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Ollantaytambo
Board your return train and enjoy the final views of the cloud forest, Urubamba River, and surrounding mountains.
1 minute • Admission ticket free -
7Cusco
Our driver will meet you outside Ollantaytambo train station and transfer you back to Cusco. Arrival is normally in the evening, depending on your train schedule and traffic conditions.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
Cusco - Ollantaytambo - Aguas Calientes
Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Cusco
Additional info
- 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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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- 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 can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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