2-Day Tour to Machu Picchu by train
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Country: Peru
Country: Peru
Duration: 2 days
Description
Our two-day adventure to Machu Picchu, with the Urubamba River on your side you’ll travel to the tropical forest that surrounds Machu Picchu and appreciate the beautiful scenery of the high Andes.
DAY 1: Cusco City - Ollantaytambo - Aguas Calientes
You’ll be picked up from your hostel at 10:00 am, and be driven to Ollantaytambo. From there, you’ll take the train from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes at 12:55 pm. On arrival at Aguas Caliente’s train station (at around 2:50 pm), you’ll find our staff waiting for you. They’ll take you to the hostel where you’ll spend the night.
The town of Aguas Calientes – otherwise known as Machu Picchu pueblo – is the gateway to the magnificent Machu Picchu. It is therefore a tourist hotspot, as many people opt to stay the night here before rising in the early hours of the following morning to make the journey to the sacred Incan citadel. As this place basically serves as a stop-over point, there isn’t too much to do here. Despite this, you’ll find everything you need – restaurants, shops, and even massage parlours. Get some rest and an early night’s kip, as you’ll need all your energy for the big day tomorrow!
DAY 2: Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu - Cusco City
Early in the morning, you’ll start the walk from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu, following the stone steps with your fellow travelers. Depending on your physical condition you have the option to take a bus according to the time of your entrance.
Once you’ve entered the sacred site of Machu Picchu, our guide will conduct a 2-hour tour. You’ll get to see the Main Plaza, the Circular Tower, the Sacred Solar Clock, and the Royal Quarters, amongst other places of interest. After the tour, you’ll have some free time to explore, take pictures, or just walk around the sanctuary of Machu Picchu.
As the day comes to an end, in the afternoon you’ll take the train from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo, and then travel by bus to Cusco.
DAY 1: Cusco City - Ollantaytambo - Aguas Calientes
You’ll be picked up from your hostel at 10:00 am, and be driven to Ollantaytambo. From there, you’ll take the train from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes at 12:55 pm. On arrival at Aguas Caliente’s train station (at around 2:50 pm), you’ll find our staff waiting for you. They’ll take you to the hostel where you’ll spend the night.
The town of Aguas Calientes – otherwise known as Machu Picchu pueblo – is the gateway to the magnificent Machu Picchu. It is therefore a tourist hotspot, as many people opt to stay the night here before rising in the early hours of the following morning to make the journey to the sacred Incan citadel. As this place basically serves as a stop-over point, there isn’t too much to do here. Despite this, you’ll find everything you need – restaurants, shops, and even massage parlours. Get some rest and an early night’s kip, as you’ll need all your energy for the big day tomorrow!
DAY 2: Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu - Cusco City
Early in the morning, you’ll start the walk from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu, following the stone steps with your fellow travelers. Depending on your physical condition you have the option to take a bus according to the time of your entrance.
Once you’ve entered the sacred site of Machu Picchu, our guide will conduct a 2-hour tour. You’ll get to see the Main Plaza, the Circular Tower, the Sacred Solar Clock, and the Royal Quarters, amongst other places of interest. After the tour, you’ll have some free time to explore, take pictures, or just walk around the sanctuary of Machu Picchu.
As the day comes to an end, in the afternoon you’ll take the train from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo, and then travel by bus to Cusco.
Highlights
- Reach one of the 7 Wonders of the World in the most comfortable way possible
- Enjoy the beautiful views of the landscape with this scenic train ride
- Spend the night in Aguas Calientes
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
-If you wish to upgrade to the Vistadome train, is subject to availability and requires an additional payment of 40 USD per person. Please let us know in advance.
-If the schedule of your train allows it, we recommend visiting the Chavez Ballon Museum, which is the site museum of Machu Picchu, from 12:00 noon, admission is free, to enter just show your passport.
- We recommend bringing: Sun hat, sun cream, waterproof/rain jacket or rain poncho, water, snacks, camera
Passengers must be ready at the reception of their accommodation at the indicated time.
-If the schedule of your train allows it, we recommend visiting the Chavez Ballon Museum, which is the site museum of Machu Picchu, from 12:00 noon, admission is free, to enter just show your passport.
- We recommend bringing: Sun hat, sun cream, waterproof/rain jacket or rain poncho, water, snacks, camera
Passengers must be ready at the reception of their accommodation at the indicated time.
INCLUDED
NOT INCLUDED
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.
