Machu Picchu Full Day Tour

Highlights / General details

Short on time? Not keen on sweating it out on the Inca Trail? Then join this Cusco tour to perform a major lifehack on your Peru travel plans by fitting a scenic train ride, picnic lunch, a soak in hot springs and a guided tour of Machu Picchu all into one day.

Enjoy a scenic train ride to the town of Aguas Calientes.

Unlock the secrets of Machu Picchu with an experienced guide.

Explore mystical Machu Picchu at your own pace.

Inclusion

Local English speaking guide; Expedition train and bus tickets; Machu Picchu entrance fee; transfers to/from train station in Cusco.

Exclusion

Items of a personal nature; Lunch; Tips or gratuities for guides; Water or any drinks.

Hours of operation

Available Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 6:00am. Starting from 2017, tour will depart daily.

Drop off time: 8:00pm to 10:00pm

Duration

Approximately 14 - 16 hours.

Location

Meeting point: Pick up at centrally located hotels in Cusco.

Finish point: Drop off at centrally located hotels in Cusco.

Itinerary

Join this full day Cusco Urban Adventure to unearth the mysteries of majestic Machu Picchu without having to hike the trail! Start the day by rising early and enjoying a scenic train tide to the Peruvian town of Aguas Calientes. Transfer to a bus for a brief journey to the much-visited archaeological site of Machu Picchu.

There’s a reason why this awesome complex is celebrated, loved, and mused over by historians, travellers, stargazers, and mystics – it is simply one of the most astounding places on Earth! Built at the height of the Inca Empire, it is widely believed that this place was built to serve as an estate for the Inca emperor Pachacutec. Learn about the historical background of this impressive site from your guide while you spend the morning walking around the ruins.

After the tour you will have free time to explore the complex at your own pace. Why not walk to the Sun Gate for sweeping views of the area below or wander the stone path of Inca Bridge? Don’t forget to capture the beauty of this UNESCO World Heritage Site, as there are loads of photo-worthy moments waiting around every corner!

By 4:00pm it’s time to make the return journey back to the bright lights of Cusco. Hop on the train and ride back to the city, away from the magnetic heritage of mighty Machu Picchu – a mesmerizing place that will leave an imprint on your soul.

Additional Information

At 7:00pm the day before you will have a briefing with a guide about the tour to Machu Picchu in the lobby of your hotel (please provide hotel details).

Participant restrictions

Children must be 6 years of age to 11 years inclusively. Children below the age of 6 are not permitted on this tour.

Policies

IMPORTANT: Your passport details are required for Machu Picchu Full Day Tour (Full Name and Passport Number). Please provide your passport details in the additional request box when booking. In the event you do not provide your passport details we reserve the right to not confirm your arrangements.

You MUST show your passport and immigration card to the guide before you start the tour.

For your Urban Adventure you will be in a small group of a maximum of 12 people.

If you have your voucher, your booking is confirmed. We'll see you at your hotel for pick up.

Please check your hotel details are correct on the voucher.

Cancellation: Always Nonrefundable.

Complete information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, will be included on your Confirmation Voucher.

**All information requested must be supplied or booking is subject to automatic cancellation**