Machupicchu - Full Day
Machu Picchu in Peru, an ancient Incan city, built in the 15th century on top of a mountain. The once-lost city was rediscovered in 1911 when it was still covered by the Andean forest. It is an archaeological masterpiece, and just like the Pyramids in Egypt, Machu Picchu belongs to the world’s wonders.
Today, the Lost City of the Incas is host to approximately one million tourists each year. This is no big surprise. From the moment you hear the Tour Guides to speak about “Machu Picchu” you can’t help but feel an overwhelming sense of excitement.
This sensation grows as you journey ever closer along the path that takes you there, right up until you reach this fabled city, at which point excitement turns into sublime wonder. The whole experience is almost like heading out in search of a treasure.
If you’re planning a visit to the heart of the Inca Civilization, the only feasible option in one day, is to take the train from Cusco or Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes and then a 30 minutes bus journey up to the ruins.
More than just a vacation, travel here is a journey of mystery and wonder that promises to be one of the most exciting and fulfilling ventures of your life.
Cusco – Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Cusco
Having picked you up from your hotel in Cusco (3,400 m / 11,154 ft), you’ll make your way to Ollantaytambo (2,800 m / 9,186 ft) train station by private bus, from where you’ll continue your journey to Machu Picchu by train.
This train journey is sure to be one of the biggest surprises you’ll encounter in Peru, the 32 km / 19.88 ml, and one and a half hours fly by, as the glass-roofed train cuts a swathe through the unforgettable landscapes of rural Peru, green topped mountains, babbling brooks, and perhaps the occasional llama.
Then, once you arrive in Aguas Calientes (2,000 m / 6,551 ft) or Machu Picchu Pueblo, the closest town to the Archaeological Park of Machu Picchu, just 6 km / 3.72 ml away, you’ll take a bus up to the highest point on the mountain, where the Machu Picchu citadel can be found. Your first glimpse of the terraced slopes of the ancient Inca settlement, rising through the mist, are sure to stay with you forever.
Once in Machu Picchu (2,400 m / 7,874 ft), you’ll take a two and a half hours guided tour, immersing you in the history, legends, and secrets of the Inca citadel. You’ll tour the narrow streets of the settlement, and take you back in time to the glory of the Incan empire.
With your camera full of photos, you’ll take the bus back to Aguas Calientes, where you’ll have free time to eat before taking the train to Ollantaytambo and then switch to a private bus to Cusco to bring you back to your hotel.
- Ollantaytambo altitude: 2,800 m / 9,186 ft
- Aguas Calientes altitude: 2,000 m / 6,561 ft
- Machu Picchu altitude: 2,400 m / 7,874 ft
- Huayna Picchu altitude: 2,720 m / 8,923 ft
- Cusco altitude: 3,400 m / 11,154 ft
Transportation and tickets
- Hotel pick up in Cusco
- Private transport to Ollantaytambo Train Station
- Tourist train from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes
- Entrance fee ticket to Machu Picchu
- Round trip bus tickets Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu
- Tourist train from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo
- Private transport from Ollantaytambo to Cusco
- Hotel drop off in Cusco
Team
- Pre-departure briefing
- Top-level local Tour Guide
- Personalized service
- Small group tour max 8 people
- Private walking tour in Machu Picchu
- Guaranteed departure
- Lunch at Aguas Calientes
- Gratuities
- Thermal baths in Aguas Calientes
- Travel insurance
- International or local airfare
- Dinner in Cusco
- Hotel in Cusco
List of things to bring:
- Sunscreen
- Repellent
- Sunglasses
- Hat or cap for the sun
- Photographic camera
- Depending on the time of year you visit Machu Picchu you will have to wear a rain poncho and comfortable shoes.
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