Experience a full-service 2-day Machu Picchu experience including personalized pickup, 360° panoramic train with unique views, live music and inflight snacks. The journey begins with the transfer to Ollantaytambo, followed by a train ride surrounded by Andean landscapes until you reach Aguas Calientes. There, travelers stay at a 3-star hotel and enjoy lunch and dinner included, as well as breakfast the next day. Official entrance to Machu Picchu is included in the package; however, the traveler must collect it personally from the Ministry of Culture. The second day includes climbing the citadel and a three-hour guided tour with an accredited professional guide. At the end, return by train and tourist transport to Cusco. This itinerary is designed to provide organization, constant support and free moments to explore flexibly.
Pick-up takes place between 4:00 a.m. and 4:30 a.m. from the traveler’s accommodation or, if you prefer, from a previously coordinated meeting point. In both cases, they must be within the time range and set area. The details of the accommodation or collection point will be requested, as well as a contact number to facilitate communication. The vehicle will be clearly identified and the authorized driver will be presented with the passenger’s name, ensuring a timely and safe transfer to the Inca Rail offices.
We are located a few meters from one of Cusco’s busiest avenues, Antonio Loreno, right at the intersection with Calle Los Angeles 1265. This address is easily accessible and can be used as a reference point if you do not opt for pick-up service from the accommodation.
Upon arrival at the train station in Ollantaytambo, a tourist transport will be ready to transfer the return travelers to the city of Cusco. This last section of the itinerary, approximately two hours, takes place in modern units, providing security and comfort up to the passenger's hotel or the meeting point previously agreed. This concludes this unique journey, marked by striking landscapes of the mountain range, the living identity of its communities and the unrivalled historical value of the Andean world.
Upon arrival at Ollantaytambo station, the on-site team will provide all necessary assistance for boarding the 360° scenic train. This service offers an immersive visual experience thanks to its wide windows, glass ceiling and an outdoor observation car, ideal for contemplating the landscape of the Sacred Valley in all its glory. During the approximately 90-minute drive to Aguas Calientes, passengers enjoy natural drinks, complimentary snacks and live musical performances that enhance the atmosphere on board. With personalized attention and comfortable surroundings, this trip becomes a memorable part of the Machu Picchu tour.
Upon arrival in Aguas Calientes, from 8:00 a.m., travelers will be welcomed at the station and taken to the reserved accommodation, where they can leave their luggage and check-in upon availability. You will then be informed about the process for collecting official tickets to Machu Picchu, already included in the package and at no additional cost. Afterwards, you will enjoy a lunch included in a local restaurant. During the afternoon, you will have free time to explore the village, visit artisan shops or relax in the hot springs (entrance not included). At the end of the day, an included dinner will be offered before the well-deserved rest in the hotel.
After breakfast at the hotel, the journey to one of the most amazing icons of the Andean world begins. At the agreed time, the guide will meet the passengers to direct them to the tourist bus station. The ascent towards Machu Picchu takes approximately 30 minutes, walking along a path surrounded by unique natural landscapes. Upon arrival, the guided tour of the sanctuary begins, lasting close to three hours, exploring the highlights of the Inca city. Key details about its history, architecture and cultural significance are shared during the tour. After the visit, you will return by bus to the town of Aguas Calientes to continue with the itinerary of the day.
After the visit to Machu Picchu, the group will descend again to Aguas Calientes, where a lunch included in a selected restaurant awaits them, ideal for recharging and enjoying local cuisine. Afterwards, travelers will have free time to stroll through the village, explore craft shops or simply relax in a privileged natural environment. At the end of the afternoon, it will be time to head towards the station to board the train back to Ollantaytambo, scheduled around 18:50 p.m. The journey of approximately 90 minutes offers spectacular views from its panoramic windows, in a comfortable and scenic atmosphere, ideal to close this unforgettable experience with a golden clasp.
Upon arrival at the train station in Ollantaytambo, a tourist transport will be ready to transfer the return travelers to the city of Cusco. This last section of the itinerary, approximately two hours, takes place in modern units, providing security and comfort up to the passenger's hotel or the meeting point previously agreed. This concludes this unique journey, marked by striking landscapes of the mountain range, the living identity of its communities and the unrivalled historical value of the Andean world.
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If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
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