OVERVIEW
MACHUPICCHU BY TRAIN
DAY 1: CUSCO (3,300 m) – SACRED VALLEY – AGUAS CALIENTES (2,200 m)
Machupicchu by Train, we pick you up from your hotel in Cusco (alternatively, in Sacred Valley) 2 hours prior your train departure. So you head to a railway station. Upon arrival, you board a train reaching Aguas Calientes after a 2-hour ride (approximately).
Arriving at Aguas Calientes, we take you to your hotel. Afterward, you are given time off. We can advise you where to eat; however, lunch is optional. You can relax in the local thermal baths (optional) with medicinal effects in the afternoon. You may also go to the Manuel Chavez Ballon Museum, observe the Orchid Garden or the Butterfly Zoo. Another option is to climb the sacred mountain of Putucusi. From its summit, you can admire a spectacular view of the Inca citadel of Machupicchu. In the evening, your Tour Guide gives you a briefing about the schedule of the following day´s trip.
DAY 2: MACHUPICCHU – AGUAS CALIENTES – SACRED VALLEY – CUSCO
You have breakfast very early in the morning to get ready to board a bus ascending a 400-meter high zigzag road before stopping in front of the Inca citadel. First off, everybody is checked (so do not forget your passport!) and then allowed to enter. The Tour Guide explains to you about the history of the New Wonder of the World which visit is an unforgettable experience!!!
During the Machupicchu Private Tour, which usually takes about 2 and half an hour, you learn about this mysterious and charming architectonic jewel. So you observe places such as the main square, the Sun Temple, the Sun Clock, the Temple of the Three Windows, or the royal rooms.
After the private tour, you are given some time off to explore the wonder on your own, relax or take more pictures. When you like, you take a bus descending back to Aguas Calientes Town. You can have lunch in one of its many restaurants. Later on, you pick up your luggage from the hotel to get ready for your train back to Cusco. There, you are transported to your hotel and overnight.
ITINERARY
MACHUPICCHU BY TRAIN
DAY 1: ARRIVAL AT CUSCO
- Pick-up from your hotel in Cusco (alternatively, in Sacred Valley).
- Transfer to a railway station.
- Train ride towards Aguas Calientes (Machupicchu).
- Accommodation at your hotel in Aguas Calientes.
- Leisure time (you can visit the local hot springs, the Putucusi Mountain, or the Orchid Garden).
- Dinner and overnight.
DAY 2: MACHUPICCHU
- Breakfast at your hotel.
- Pick-up at the hotel by your Tour Guide.
- Boarding a bus taking us up to the citadel of Machupicchu.
- 2-and-half-an-hour guided Machupicchu Private Tour.
- Leisure time at Machupicchu (taking photos, relax, a walk around).
- Bus return to the town of Aguas Calientes.
- In the afternoon, a train back to Cusco.
- Transfer to your hotel in Cusco.
- The end of service of the Machupicchu by Train.
OPTIONAL
OPTIONAL:
- Climb to Machupicchu Mountain, a mountain situated above the Inca citadel accessible by a 1.5-hour climb. Here you are able to take those postcard-like photos of Machupicchu. It costs USD 15 extra. Please note that the booking needs to be done at least 1 month in advance due to a limited number of tickets!
- Wayna Picchu – a mountain situated above the Inca citadal accessible by the 45-minute climb. It serves to take some panoramic photos of Machupicchu. It is an extra USD 25. Please note that the booking needs to be done at least 3 months in advance due to a limited number of entrances!
- Sun Gate (the end of the traditional Inca Trail) and the Inca Bridge. These two spots enable you to see Machupicchu from another point of view and take some pictures. There is no need for special booking, no admission fee is required. However, we need you to advise us in advance if you wish to do these alternatives as it requires a minimum of extra 2 hours!
INCLUDED
WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE MACHUPICCHU TOUR BY TRAIN?
- Pick up from your hotel.
- Transfer hotel/railway station/hotel.
- A professional bilingual Tour Guide.
- 1 night at a hotel in Aguas Calientes.
- 1 buffet breakfast in the hotel.
- Machu Picchu Private Tour.
- Entrance ticket to Machupicchu.
- Shuttle bus up and down to Machupicchu.
- A train round trip to/from Aguas Calientes (Machupicchu).
NOT INCLUDED
IN THE TOUR MACHUPICCHU BY TRAIN NOT INCLUDED:
- Meals are not mentioned.
- Beverages.
- Tips to local staff.
- Entrance fee to the thermal baths.
- Accommodation not mentioned.
- Any flight.
WHAT TO BRING
WHAT TO BRING WITH YOU TO THE MACHUPICCHU BY TRAIN TOUR?
- Original passport (it is checked at the Machupicchu entrance gate!),
- Pocket money (to buy souvenirs or refreshments).
- Sun cream,
- Sunglasses,
- Jacket,
- A cap/hat,
- Raincoat/poncho,
- Comfortable clothes,
- Walking shoes,
- Camera,
- Bottled water.
PRICE
The price depends on the number of participants, accommodation availability, travel dates and other preferencies. Please inquire about a personalized price.