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At CuscoPeru.com, we have a team of experienced professionals in tourism ready to offer all their knowledge and the best service to the passengers, to make their visit to Cusco an unforgettable memory. We invite you to enjoy the  Tour in Machu Picchu and recharge your energies in this magical city of the Incas.  Feel at comfort knowing  that we will have everything organized for you on this journey to Cusco and Machu Picchu FULL DAY.

MACHU PICCHU FULL DAY

To provide a personalized service, CuscoPeru.com will take care of transporting you very early from your hotel to the train station in Ollantaytambo. in Ollantaytambo in a trip of 01 hour and 30 min. By handling small groups, the service is more personalized and comfortable for our clients. At Ollantaytambo station, you will board the train that will take you to the town of Aguas Calientes, a journey of approximately 1 hour and 50 minutes by train. During this route, you will enjoy beautiful landscapes and panoramic views until you reach the town of Aguas Calientes.

Our guide will be waiting for you at the train station in Aguas Calientes to take you to the bus terminal where we will board the bus that will take us to the Archaeological Sanctuary of Machu Picchu . The bus journey takes approximately 25 minutes and will take you through winding roads that allow you to enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding mountains, until you finally reach the citadel of Machu Picchu . You will be amazed by this monument considered one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, and immediately our professional tour guide will begin the tour, connecting you with the sacredness of this Archaeological Wonder, so that you can learn more about the history, the involvement of engineers, and the architecture of the Inca City of Machu Picchu.

After concluding the Machu Picchu tour , you will board the bus back to the town of Aguas Calientes. Once in Aguas Calientes, you will have free time to have your meals. At the appropriate time, you should head to the train station to return to the Ollantaytambo station. Once in Ollantaytambo, you will board the transportation service of CuscoPeru.com for your return to the city of Cusco and your hotel, thus ending the wonderful experience of visiting Machu Picchu in 1 day.

• Pre-tour information one day before the trip, in Cusco.
• Personalized transfers from your hotel in Cusco to the train station in Ollantaytambo, round trip.
• Train ticket Ollantaytambo - Aguas Calientes, round trip.
• Bus ticket Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu, round trip.
• Entrance ticket to Machu Picchu in the Main Circuit 2 (subject to availability).
• Professional guided tour in English - Spanish (ask for other languages with additional prices only for private service).

NOT INCLUDED:

• Hotel in Cusco.
• Huayna Picchu entrance (consult availability).
• Other services not mentioned.

RECOMMENDATIONS:

• Bring your identification document or passport with which you purchased the entrance ticket.
• Arrive at the train station half an hour in advance.
• Do not carry much luggage; only 5 kg are allowed on the train.
• We suggest bringing a small backpack along with your camera, wearing a hat, using sunscreen, mosquito repellent, and carrying a water bottle.
• Wear suitable and non-slippery shoes for climbing the stairs at Machu Picchu.
• After the guided tour at Machu Picchu, enjoy the magical moment, open your arms, and recharge your energy.

Map of Circuit 2: Machu Picchu Full Day

When you purchase the Machu Picchu Full day tour, you acquire your entrance ticket to Machu Picchu with circuit 2, according to availability.

Itinerary Tour Machu Picchu 1 day | Machu Picchu full day

To provide a personalized service, CuscoPeru.com will take you early from your hotel in Cusco, for a journey of approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes in our private transportation to the train station located in the town of Ollantaytambo. Here, you will board the train that passes through the Sacred Valley of the Incas, on a route that goes from the Andes to the edge of the jungle in Aguas Calientes. This fantastic train journey takes approximately 1 hour and 50 minutes. Upon arriving in this small town, our representative will be waiting to assist you in taking the bus that will transport you to the Machu Picchu Archaeological Sanctuary. The bus journey takes 25 minutes.

Finally, we will arrive at the historical sanctuary to begin our Tour to Machu Picchu. Recharge your energy, open your arms, and feel the magic of this ancient place. We will enjoy walking through these ancient vestiges of Inca history, architecture, and engineering. It is undoubtedly a moment you have eagerly awaited. After the unforgettable experience, the guided tour lasts between 2 to 3 hours, allowing you to get to know this marvelous place in more depth. Please note that the visiting time is currently limited. Inside the Machu Picchu Citadel , we will learn about the different zones it was divided into, its population distribution, and interesting details like its ability to be self-sustained despite being isolated.

After the tour, we return by bus to Aguas Calientes, where you will have time to have lunch and explore the town, which has many restaurants and craft shops. Here, we will board the return train to Ollantaytambo, where our representative will be waiting for you with a sign and your name written. Our transportation will take you back to your hotel in Cusco, concluding our 1-day tour to Machu Picchu.

• Train schedules to Machu Picchu may vary depending on train availability.
• Entrance tickets to Machu Picchu tend to sell out quickly, so book your trip in advance.

HOW MUCH IT COSTS?

• For reservations made 3 months in advance, ask for a special discount.
• For groups larger than 4 people, please contact us for a special price..

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EXPEDITION or VOYAGER Train Guided tour in Machu Picchu in group. Entrance ticket to Machu Picchu in the Main Circuit 2 (subject to availability).

VISTADOME or 360° train Guided tour in Machu Picchu in group. Entrance ticket to Machu Picchu in the Main Circuit 2 (subject to availability).

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VISTADOME or 360° train Guided tour in Machu Picchu private. Entrance ticket to Machu Picchu in the Main Circuit 2 (subject to availability).

VISTADOME OBSERVATORY Guided tour in Machu Picchu private. Entrance ticket to Machu Picchu in the Main Circuit 2 (subject to availability).

• TRAINS: Our service includes the EXPEDITION or VOYAGER Train for the round trip; you can upgrade to the VISTADOME Train category for an additional 30 USD per person, only for the return trip.
• We can also offer you the VISTADOME OBSERVATORY TRAIN , with an additional 90 USD per person round trip.
• HOTELS: You can choose packages based on the type of Hotel, you can also opt for Hotels that are not listed in our offer, before confirming you must inform us of the hotel you prefer and we will add it to the package.
• PRIVATE: Consult with one of our advisors if you want any of the services in private.

To start your reservation process please send us the following information:

• Name and surname:
• Passport No.:
• Nationality:
• Date of birth:
• It is very important your information about your hotel in the city of Cusco, so we can pick you up there at the beginning of the tour..
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MACHU PICCHU, A PLACE FOR GREAT EXPERIENCES.

• Recently, a couple chose Machu Picchu as their honeymoon destination and the CuscoPeru.com team was responsible for making everything perfect. At first, our passengers had many doubts, since it was the first time, they had visited this marvelous citadel; Incertitude such as the entrance ticket to Machu Picchu, the Ollantaytambo train schedule and many other details that, like every traveler at some point in their journey, they need to know. Doubts were resolved quickly and the trip was a dream for them.
• A beautiful family, made up of dad, mom and 03 kids of 10 -13 -15 years came to know Machu Picchu a family dream, which we knew to complement in previous days with other activities such as horseback riding in Cusco, a bicycle trip through Ausangate and Rainbow Mountain in addition to other activities that made all family members completely happy.
• We received recently a very famous speaker who arrived on the first flight to Cusco and had to return on the last flight. The experience was fantastic for Him and for us an important challenge. We had to accommodate the schedules in the safest way so that it arrives on time on their return flight.

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EVERYTHING YOU SHOULD KNOW BEFORE TRAVELING TO MACHU PICCHU

We know you have many questions, traveling to Machu Picchu is easy, but you should consider certain important points to make your experience in Machu Picchu the best.

What is the difference between the 3 circuits of Machu Picchu?

Machu Picchu has 3 new circuits, each divided into routes to make your experience worthwhile, thus offering 10 different entry tickets, preventing crowding at certain points of the archaeological site. If you are interested in tours to Machu Picchu from Cusco, we recommend considering the different circuits to make the most of your visit.

The circuit 1 offers a panoramic view of Machu Picchu, from where you can get the classic postcard photo of Machu Picchu. From this spot, you can observe various important points of the Inca citadel. However, it is important to mention that you will not have the opportunity to visit the interior of the Inca citadel.

This circuit is subdivided into 4 different routes, each allowing you to visit an additional place besides Machu Picchu:

• Route 1-A: Machu Picchu Mountain: This ticket includes the tour with circuit 1, plus the hike to the top of Machu Picchu Mountain. The hike takes approximately 3 hours, with the ascent and descent of the mountain, and the stay in Machu Picchu is 40 minutes.
• Route 1-B: Upper Terrace: This ticket only includes the tour with circuit 1, that is, the visit to the Guardian House sector and the classic postcard photo of Machu Picchu. The guided tour lasts approximately 40 minutes.
• Route 1-C: Intipunku Gate: With this ticket, in addition to doing the tour with circuit 1, you can climb to the historic Sun Gate, from where you have a privileged view of Machu Picchu and the surrounding mountains.
• Route 1-D: Inca Bridge: This ticket allows you to tour the upper terrace with circuit 1, plus visit the Inca Bridge, a construction on the edge of the mountain that connects the high jungle with Machu Picchu.

The circuit 2 is the most complete and recommended, as it covers most of the interior of Machu Picchu, besides allowing you to take the iconic photo that will immortalize your trip and gives you the opportunity to enjoy many more archaeological sites such as the Temple Plaza, the Intiwatana, and the Sacred Rock.

It is important to note that being the most recommended, the demand is higher, so reservations must be made at least 6 months in advance .

This circuit is subdivided into 2 different routes that allow you to visit the interior of Machu Picchu:

• Route 2-A: Classic Designed: With this ticket, you can visit most of Machu Picchu, plus get the classic photo of Machu Picchu from the Guardian House. You will visit places like the Sun Temple Lookout, the Sacred Rock, and the Condor Temple.
• Route 2-B: Lower Terrace: This ticket also allows you to visit most of Machu Picchu, but you will not be able to access the Guardian House for the classic photo of Machu Picchu. However, from a lower terrace to the Guardian House, you can get a similar photo to the postcard photo.

The circuit 3 goes through the lower part of Machu Picchu and also allows you to enjoy the Inca citadel from another view. Additionally, it allows you to reach exclusive places of Machu Picchu royalty.

• Route 3-A: Huayna Picchu Mountain: This ticket allows you to tour Machu Picchu with circuit 3 and reach the top of Huayna Picchu Mountain. With 2 hours of ascent, you can enjoy archaeological remains at the top.
• Route 3-B: Designed Royalty: With this ticket, you will visit enclosures built only for the Inca royalty, but it does not include the classic photo of Machu Picchu. The hike lasts approximately 2 hours where you will immerse yourself in all the Inca history.
• Route 3-C: Great Cave: This ticket allows you to visit exclusive places in Machu Picchu, such as the Condor Temple, the Water Mirrors, the Twelve Niches, the Sacred Rock, and more, as well as visit the mysterious Moon Temple, a construction inside a natural cave in the middle of Huayna Picchu Mountain.
• Route 3-D: Huchuy Picchu Mountain: With this ticket, in addition to the tour of the Inca royalty sector, you can hike to the top of Huchuy Picchu Mountain, the small mountain next to Huayna Picchu Mountain.

The Machu Picchu Full Day tour includes circuit 2 (subject to availability), which is the most recommended as it is the most complete and allows you to enjoy the most prominent archaeological sites.

Is it better to enter Machu Picchu in the afternoon or in the morning?

There are 9 entry times to Machu Picchu, which you can choose depending on the time you arrive in Aguas Calientes. Below are the details of the schedules:

Entry times at 6, 7, 8, and 9 in the morning to Machu Picchu For these schedules, it's necessary to depart very early from the city of Cusco, considering that the vehicle journey takes 1 hour and 30 minutes to the train station in Ollantaytambo. From there, we will take the train that will take us to the town of Aguas Calientes in a 1 hour and 50 minutes train ride. If you don't like waking up very early, you can travel a day before and stay in Aguas Calientes to avoid getting up too early.

During these times, there are not many people, and the visit is calm and pleasant, offering a different perspective compared to other schedules. You will also be able to appreciate the Intiwatana at this time.

The schedules at 10, 11, 12, and 1: It is likely that the influx of people will be more abundant. If you were planning to take the classic photo without people around, it might be a bit more challenging. The sun will be at its highest point, shining directly on the sanctuary with great intensity. However, it also has its charm, as the sky will be clear, and you will have a better view of Machu Picchu.

In the afternoon, at 1 and 2 in the afternoon: Some consider this the best time to visit Machu Picchu due to the sunset between the mountains, covering the citadel of Machu Picchu with its last rays. It's a perfect panorama for photography, and the weather is cooler. You can travel on the same day; there's no need to be in Aguas Calientes the day before, but keep in mind that you will also arrive in Cusco a bit late, around 10 to 11 at night.

Can I bring luggage into Machu Picchu?

You are not allowed to carry luggage; you can only enter with a small backpack measuring 40x35x20 cm (16x14x8 inches) to carry small personal items.

What can I take to Machu Picchu?

• Identification document used to register for entry to Machu Picchu.
• Windbreaker jacket.
• Rain poncho (according to the season).
• Trekking shoes.
• Insect repellent.
• Lightweight clothing.
• Sunglasses.

What can´t I take to Machu Picchu and what are the prohibitions?

• Carrying backpacks, bags, or purses larger than 40x35x20 cm (16x14x8 inches).
• Entering with food.
• Entering with any type of alcoholic beverage or while intoxicated.
• Carrying walking sticks, umbrellas, parasols, portable seats, tripods, camera or cellphone stabilizers, or any other extension or stabilization element for filming and/or photography.
• Drones are prohibited in Machu Picchu.
• Entering with animals, except for guide dogs.
• Feeding domestic or wild animals.
• Entering with any type of aerosols.
• Engaging in any type of graffiti.

Learn more at www.machupicchu.gob.pe about the restrictions when visiting Machu Picchu.

What is the best season to visit Machu Picchu?

The visit to Machu Picchu is available all year round, but many consider the months of May, June, July, August, September, and October as the perfect season to travel to Machu Picchu. During these months, the sun shines brightly in the mornings and evenings, with a refreshing breeze.

In November and December , the rainy season begins again, and the landscapes gradually turn lush green while the evenings become colder. Although some days may surprise you with rain, the tours continue as usual. Machu Picchu takes on a different appearance, with mist covering the sanctuary, adding a touch of mystery as it dissipates in the air. While exploring Machu Picchu, it might get very cloudy or even rain at some point, but you can still enjoy your tour with a poncho or waterproof jacket. Many visitors actually enjoy visiting Machu Picchu in the rain more than on a sunny day because it offers a unique perspective of this wonder of the modern world. If you are not a fan of rain, it is more likely to clear up after 11 am, increasing your chances of finding Machu Picchu with clearer skies.

In January, February, and March, the rains are more frequent. During this period, it is considered the low tourist season, which has a significant advantage if you plan to travel during these months, as there will be fewer crowds. On the other hand, the advantage is that the landscapes are lush and the weather is cooler compared to other seasons. If you have already decided to travel during this season, we advise you to buy your tickets to Machu Picchu for the time slots starting from 11 am, as this increases the probability of finding Machu Picchu with clearer skies. The average number of rainy days per week varies from 3 to 4 days, and some days the rain may be light but last the entire day, while other days it might only rain for a few hours but with greater intensity. In the early morning hours, Machu Picchu is usually cloudy during these months.

Keep in mind that we are in the Andes, and the weather here is very unpredictable. Nevertheless, the information provided aims to give you a close approximation of the climate during each season. We look forward to your visit, CuscoPeru.com will have everything organized for you, and we have many satisfied passengers who have enjoyed the experiences and services we provide all year round.

How far in advance should I book my ticket to Machu Picchu?

Although you can reserve your ticket to Machu Picchu one day in advance, it is highly recommended that you make your reservation at least five or six months before your visit . Entries are limited and it is advisable to book in advance. If you wish to visit Huayna Picchu ( WAYNAPICCHU ), consider booking it 3 months before your visit.

These recommendations are important to ensure your experience in Machu Picchu is the best, as popular tickets like circuit 2 sell out very quickly. The solution for travelers who couldn't book in advance is to purchase tickets with alternative entries, circuit 1 (upper part) or circuit 3 (lower part).

There are certain times of the year when you won't be able to get a last-minute ticket due to demand. It can be cumbersome for you to reserve your ticket, so our recommendation is to book well in advance and contact our agency to secure your visit to Machu Picchu. Contact CuscoPeru.com who will be happy to assist you.

What recommendations should I take to prevent altitude sickness?

The most recommended way to prevent altitude sickness is gradual acclimatization, which means ascending moderately to adapt to the decreasing oxygen levels as you gain altitude. We advise spending at least one day in Cusco without engaging in extreme physical exertion to acclimate to the high altitude.

Taking care of your diet is also important. Eating light, easily digestible foods will aid in the acclimatization process.

Staying hydrated is crucial; make sure to drink at least 2 to 3 liters of water while you're in Cusco. Get a minimum of 8 hours of sleep daily before your tours to keep your body rested and avoid excessive physical exertion. As a natural remedy, you can drink mate or herbal infusions that aid digestion during your stay.

Are there tour options to Machu Picchu from other cities?

Yes, there are options available for tours to Machu Picchu from Lima and other major cities in Peru. These tours usually include flights from Lima to Cusco, transfers from the airport, and transportation to Aguas Calientes. Additionally, some packages may offer accommodation and guided tours in Cusco before heading to Machu Picchu. The Machu Picchu packages from Lima are ideal for those seeking a hassle-free travel experience, allowing you to enjoy the majesty of Machu Picchu with all the logistical details covered.

How can I ensure I get tickets to Machu Picchu?

To ensure your tickets to Machu Picchu , it is recommended to make a reservation at least two months in advance, especially during the high season (May to October). Tickets for the most popular circuits and for Huayna Picchu sell out quickly due to high demand. If you are planning an all-inclusive Machu Picchu tour or an affordable full-day Machu Picchu tour, don't hesitate to make your reservation with us.

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Machu Picchu Day Trip from Cusco Details

Machu Picchu Tours One Day is one of our exclusive tours. We have designed the Machu Picchu tours one-day program for travelers wanting to visit Machu Picchu in a short time.

With no sacrifice in quality or time, you will be given an immersive tour of the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu by our English-speaking local tour guide. 

This full-day trip to Machu Picchu begins with an early morning transfer from your hotel in Cusco to the Ollantaytambo train station. This will be followed by a two-hour train ride to Aguas Calientes Pueblo. 

We will then transfer you to the Machu Picchu citadel where our local expert will be giving you a two hours detailed tour of the citadel. 

If you intend to hike Huayna Picchu Mountain or Machu Picchu Mountain, it is highly recommended that you let us know at the time of booking the tour to Machu Picchu. You will need permits to hike to any of these peaks, and permits are often sold months in advance. 

Machu Picchu Day Trip from Cusco is one of our signature tours. We aim to offer you the best and the most of the trip. We operate the tour both as a private tour and as a small group tour. 

The price includes train tickets in an Expedition or Voyager tourist class train. If you desire to upgrade to the Vistadome train to get a panoramic view, let us know when booking the tour.

Best time to visit Machu Picchu:

The best time to visit Machu Picchu on a full-day tour is during the dry season, between May and November. During the rainy season, it often gets cloudy which makes the visibility quite low. 

Also, check our detailed guide about the weather in Cusco, which is a vital factor to consider  before taking any tour in the region. 

Consider spending 2-3 days in Cusco before your Machu Picchu Tours One Day to avoid altitude sickness. 

Do take a moment to check our reviews on Tripadvisor . 

Departure & Return Location

Cusco Hotel Transfer

Departure Time

Price includes.

• Pre-tour information a day before the trip to Machu Picchu in our Cusco office.
• Hotel pick up and drop off door-to-door.
• Round Trip Train Tickets (Ollantaytambo town to Machu Picchu town).
• Round Trip Bus from Aguas Calientes town to Machu Picchu citadel
• Bi-lingual guides (English and Spanish). Ask for other dialects with an additional fee only for private service
• Entry tickets to Machu Picchu in the Main Circuits 1, 2 or 4 (contact us via email or chat prior to booking to check availability).

Price Excludes

• Any Private Expenses
• Lunch at Aguas Calientes town

Recommended To Carry

• Original Passport
• Arrive at the train station half an hour in advance.
• Sunscreen, Sunglasses and Hat
• Do not carry much luggage; only 6 kg are allowed on the train.
• Water Bottle and Snacks
• Peruvian Soles in cash
• A small day-pack
• We highly recommend booking the Machu Picchu tour months in advance to get circuits 1, 2 or 4.

Machu Picchu Train Time Table

Trains from ollantaytambo town to aguas calientes town.

The Machu Picchu day trips from Cusco typically take trains from Ollantaytambo town to Machu Picchu town or Aguas Calientes town (the same town has two names). Therefore, we arrived faster from Cusco by van and took the train to Machu Picchu to spend more time in the Inca site of Machupicchu.

• #81 PERU RAIL EXPEDITION Departure 6:10  Arrival 7:40
• #83 PERU RAIL EXPEDITION Departure   7:45 Arrival  9:15 
• #33 PERU RAIL EXPEDITION Departure   8:29 Arrival 9:54
• #73 PERU RAIL EXPEDITION  Departure   12:55 Arrival  14:25

Return trains from Aguas Calientes town to Ollantaytambo Village.

The Machu Picchu Tours One Day from Cusco has the following hours to return from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo town.

• #50 PERU RAIL EXPEDITION  Departure 14:55 Arrival 16:30
• #72 PERU RAIL EXPEDITION  Departure 8:53 Arrival 10:52
• #74 PERU RAIL EXPEDITION  Departure 14:55 Arrival 16:31 
• #34 PERU RAIL EXPEDITION  Departure 15:20 Arrival 17:08 
• #504 PERU RAIL EXPEDITION  Departure  16:22 Arrival 18:10
• #84 PERU RAIL EXPEDITION  Departure  18:20 Arrival 20:05 
• #86 PERU RAIL EXPEDITION Departure 20:50 Arrival 22:20
• #76 PERU RAIL EXPEDITION Departure 21:50 Arrival 23:35

Day 1 Machu Picchu Day Trip from Cusco - Machu Picchu Tours One Day

We will pick you up from your hotel at 0430 AM. Then, using our private transport, we will take you to Ollantaytambo train station. Here, you will board the train to Aguas Calientes town. 

At Aguas Calientes, we will take a bus to Machu Picchu’s citadel. It will be a 30-minute drive up the hill. Our tour guides will assist you in clearing the security control and entering the citadel. 

Once inside the citadel, you will be rewarded with a spectacular sight of the citadel while the clouds clear and the golden rays of the sun shimmer on the walls of Machu Picchu. 

We will give you a two-hour guided tour. After the tour, you will have some free time to explore the citadel independently. If you have booked a hike in Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu mountain, our guide will direct you to the trailhead. 

Alternatively, you can hike to Sungate or Intipunku. This is the entrance to the citadel for those on the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. 

At an agreed-upon time, you will take a bus back to Aguas Calientes. Here, we will serve lunch at a local restaurant. At around 2:30 PM, we will take a train back to Ollantaytambo town. 

Our representative will meet you on arrival and transfer you back to your hotel in Cusco. You will be reaching by 06:40 PM. 

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Mario Alberto Sanchez

Thank you Marko Andinauta for taking us on this amazing journey to Machu Picchu and for sharing your expert knowledge and passion about Inca/Peruvian history and culture.

The journey from Cusco to Machu Picchu was fascinating. We passed through remote villages by bus then took an enchanting train ride through the mountainous of “Valle Sagrado” to Aguas Calientes. In Aguas Calientes we visited a nice restaurant overlooking the Vilcanota River to enjoy some Pisco sour’s – Peru’s national drink. Finally, we boarded a large van on the way to our final destination.

Once in Machu Picchu the experience really starts to hit you. WOW. This place is an archeological marvel and one of the 7 wonders of the world. As we toured the site, we took lots of great pics and our tour guide stopped along the route to share information and perspective on key details.

Marko is a multilingual tour guide who speaks Quechua, Spanish, English and some Italian. We had both English and Spanish speakers on the tour and Marko switched between languages without missing a beat.

I highly recommend Marko Andinauta and Happy Gringo Tours!

Mario – One Happy Mexican from L.A.

The Machu Picchu tour was wonderful, everything was very good organised!

The pick up was on time, nice train journey Ollantaytambu to Machu Picchu town, the guide was waiting us to take us to Machu Picchu, the walking tour in Machu Picchu very very interesting. Thanks Marco!

I will send all my lazy friends…‼

We traveled in February 2020, and took the Machu Picchu single day tour with Marco and Happy Gringo Tours. The entire experience was excellent, and very well managed. We had was excellent communication in the lead up (including a message at 3:50am to let us know they were close to picking us up). The first part of the tour was with Peru Rail, which was very well organised. We meet Marko at the Aguas Calientes station, and he took us up to the Machu Picchu. Marko was an excellent guide, and provided so much information and detail about the history of the site. We probably could have organised the logistics of getting to and from ourselves, but the immense value added with having Marko explain the important details made the experience unforgettable. We also ended up being the only two people on the tour, which made it more special. This tour is excellent, and I can’t recommend it more highly

My mom (62 years old) and I booked this trip to see Machu Picchu and were not let down! We were a bit concerned about all the different methods and modes of transport but Gringo Tours did an excellent job coordinating the tour and making sure everyone knew where they were going. Our own private guide at Machu Picchu awaited us there and gave fantastic tidbits and information about the ruins and the surrounding areas. Could not recommend this company more!

Sean Fergusson

We had a wonderful day on our tour to Machu Picchu; the pick up was early in the morning where the transfer came on time, the bus was very comfortable, the views of the train were great and our tour guideMarco was extremely informative.

There are no more words to describe this beautuful trip that Happy Gringo offers, now we know why Happy Gringos Tour:) :).

Again thanks Marco! Keep forever your smile and you will go far

Machu Picchu Day Trip From Cusco By Train: Prices and Itinerary

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Tour Description

Machu Picchu day tour from Cusco, the best and safest way to discover the Inca citadel is by our panoramic train trip . Enjoy this one day trip to Machu Picchu at your own pace with no hassle. Embark on one of the most fantastic train rides on the planet. Explore one of the wonders of the world with all-inclusive. History, amazing landscapes, and high-quality service in our full day trip package .

Exploring Machu Picchu by train is ideal for couples, families, children, and even if you're traveling alone. We offer private tours to Machu Picchu , so you can fully enjoy your experience. You can also custom your tour program according to your needs.

Tour Information

Cusco, peru.

Availability

All Year Long

Customizable

Entry Tickets

Why Travelers Choose a Day Trip to Machu Picchu By Train?

• Avoid long lines and stress booking all logistics.
• Enjoy a unique scenic rail tour.
• Knowledgeable English-speaking tour guides.
• Local price offered by a local travel agency.
• Pick up from any hotel or Airbnb in Cusco.
• A train tour is the safest way to get to Machu Picchu.
• This tour is ideal for families, couples, friends and children.
• Fully Customizable. Adjust the program according to your needs.
• Easy and fast booking.
• Private guided tour
• Refunds allowed.
• Permanent assistance in English.
• Best reviews on TripAdvisor.

Tour Itinerary

Machu picchu day trip - itinerary.

This will be a memorable day, given that you will see one of the Wonders of the World that all travelers dream of visiting, we mean the historical sanctuary of Machu Picchu.

06h30*: Early in the morning, we will transfer you in a private vehicle to the train station ( Poroy or Ollantaytambo ) to board the train leading you to Aguas Calientes , the small village at the foothills of Machu Picchu.

11h00: Upon arrival, we will assist you in taking the bus up to the Inca citadel. You will meet your English-speaking guide who will be delighted to show you the main temples, royal palaces, and beautiful terraces offering spectacular views of the cloud-wreathed Andes. The remarkable state of preservation of Machu Picchu , with its superb interlacing masonry, will fully impress you!. The guided tour will take about 2 hours and a half, after which you will have time to fully embrace this magnificent wonder on your own.

16h00*: After this unique experience, you will return to Cusco on a comfortable train.

20h30: Arrival in Cusco. Transfer to your hotel.

*Train schedules may change according to availability.

Machu Picchu Tour Map By Train

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Tour inclusions.

Professional English-speaking tour guide.

Bus Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu - Aguas Calientes

Train Poroy/Ollantaytambo station - Aguas Calientes.

Train Aguas Calientes – Ollantaytambo/Poroy station.

Entrance fee to Machu Picchu.

All transfers included.

Informative talk at your hotel.

Permanent assistance.

All biosecurity protocols.

Enhance Your Experience

In addition to the inclusions above, you can improve your experience by adding more services. Here you have some options:

• Upgrade to the Vistadome 1st class train. Find out more about trains to Machu Picchu
• Explore Machu Picchu with a private tour guide .
• Ask for a pickup service.
• Add the Sacred Valley tour , the Rainbow Mountain and other tours to your experience.

Don't hesitate to contact us to have further information. Likewise, you can let us know if you have special requirements.

Frequent Asked Questions

What's the weather like in machu picchu.

The weather in Machu Picchu is humid and warm . The temperature ranges between 16-20 °C. However from January to March the weather is cold and rainy.

Can you do a day trip to Machu Picchu?

Yes, it's totally possible to do a day trip to Machu Picchu. The most important thing to keep in mind is to book your entrance tickets quite in advance.

How many hours do you need in Machu Picchu?

The average time to visit Machu Picchu is 3 hours (llaqta Machu Picchu). However, if hiking the Huayna Picchu/Machu Picchu mountain, you'll need at least a couple of hours more.

Entrande tickets are sold out, Are you able to help me?

The best advice we can give you is "book in advance". However, we're aware that there are last-minute travelers wanting to visit the Inca citadel. In this case, we can provide you with last-minute tickets. Feel free to contact us to help you out.

What's the weather like in Cusco?

In the Andes, temperature changes too much between night and day. During the rainy season (November-March) we have cloudy days with rain at night. On the other hand, during the dry season (May-September) you can expect very cold nights and warm sunny days.

What should I bring for my trip to Machu Picchu?

If visiting Machu Picchu, make sure to bring proper clothing. We suggest sunglasses, a sun hat, a long-sleeved shirt, water, and comfortable shoes for walking. If coming during the rainy season, a raincoat is highly recommended.

What is the best time to visit Machu Picchu?

We suggest booking your trip from April to September since sunny and warm days are common during this period. On the other hand, if coming during the rainy season, you'll likely have less crowds than in the peak season.

Is there WiFi on the trains?

Trains have no WiFi, but you can have access at the train stations.

How can I book the Huayna Picchu Mountain?

We can add the Huayna Picchu hike to your package as long as there's availability. We recommend that you contact us at least 3 months before your arrival. To have more details, check our blog post regarding the Huayna Picchu Mountain hike.

What trains are available?

The train included in the package is the Expedition by Peru Rail. However, we can upgrade your train service upon request. Other panoramic trains are the Vistadome, the Voyager, the 360°, Hiram Bingham, etc. We recommend checking our post trains to Machu Picchu to get more details.

How much is a day trip to Machu Picchu?

We offer day tours to Machu Picchu from USD 298.00 . It'll depend on the date you're coming to, the number of people and the train category you select.

Is this tour safe for children?

We recommend this tour package for children and families since it's easy and safe. All places have easy access and all facilities for visitors. Children have discounts on many sites, so feel free to contact us and get your quotation.

How long in advance should I book?

To guarantee all services, we recommend that you book your package at least 3 months in advance . Last-minute bookings are also possible but subject to availability.

Can you pick us up from the Sacred Valley?

Yes, we can. Our day trips to Machu Picchu depart from Cusco, the Sacred Valley or any location you're staying at. Feel free to let us know where you want us to pick you up from.

I'm staying at an Airbnb, can you still pick me up?

Yes, we can. We just need your exact address to arrange your pick up. It has no extra cost.

How much money should I take with me?

We recommend that 300 soles in cash (USD 90) per person would be enough for meals and other expenses. You can also use your credit card, most of the restaurants and stores accept Visa and MasterCard. ATMs are also available in the town of Aguas Calientes in case you need to get some cash.

What is the payment method?

Booking your package is very easy and safe . First, get in touch with us . Next, we'll reply with a confirmation. After you validate the program, we'll send you a link for the payment. All payments are online with your credit card.

Need Assistance?

For any questions, don't hesitate to contact us.

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Tour to Machu Picchu Full Day

About this tour

• Type of service All Inclusive: With a group tour guide from Machu Picchu.
• Private service type: With private tour guide from Cusco.
• Start: At 4.40 in the morning at the door of your hotel.
• Tickets included (no queues): ‘Classic Machu Picchu’ entrance ticket (includes classic photo and tour of famous Inca constructions).
• Duration: 15 hours.
• Type of transport: Large fully equipped minivan, train, bus.
• Kind of train: Round-trip Expedition tourist service (optional Vistadome train).
• Feeding Lunch at the prestigious Tinkuy restaurant in Machu Picchu (optional) – Breakfast ‘box lunch’ (optional).
• Tour guide: Professional guide in Spanish and English (other languages ​​in private service)..
• Payment methods: Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Diners Club, PayPal.
• Immediate confirmation.

We are operators of the Machu Picchu Full Day Tour

We are Machupicchu Terra, the operating agency of the Machu Picchu Full Day tour. That is, the tourist will pay a fair price for the services he will receive. We offer an all-inclusive service with the maximum experience and organization. Optionally, the visitor can add a buffet lunch at Machu Picchu or a ‘box lunch’ breakfast. You can also include the return by Vistadome train, a high quality service. Visit Machu Picchu as you dreamed!

Description

• Get to know one of the 7 wonders of the world through a complete one-day trip that includes complete transportation by minivan, train and bus as well as the tour guide service and entrance to Machu Picchu (the Machu Picchu Classic ticket, considered the best ). During the route you will be able to appreciate the beautiful landscapes of the Sacred Valley of the Incas. The trip includes a visit to the famous town of Machu Picchu, known as Aguas Calientes. Optionally, you can add a special lunch at Machu Picchu or return by Vistadome train service.

This is the experience

• The tour begins with pickup from the tourist’s hotel at around 5 in the morning. Then the transfer is made to the Wánchaq train station and the subsequent trip by ‘Bimodal’ bus to the Ollantaytambo station. Then it’s time for the Expedition tourist train trip to Aguas Calientes. There is a short bus trip until you finally arrive at Machu Picchu. You will tour the Inca city in approximately 2 hours 30 minutes with a professional tour guide (including circuit 2 with classic photo and famous Inca constructions) . Then you will have free time to tour the place, have lunch (not included in the tour) and enjoy its beautiful landscapes. The buffet lunch at the Tinkuy restaurant is a highly recommended option. Finally, you will return to the town of Aguas Calientes and the city of Cusco, by Expedition train service (optional Vistadome train).

Tinkuy buffet lunch

The tour includes what is necessary for a formal, pleasant and well-organized visit. Do you want to improve the experience? We recommend adding the buffet lunch at the Tinkuy restaurant, at the 5-star Sanctuary Lodge hotel. It is the only buffet located next to Machupicchu . The promotional prices are only for the tourists who chose this tour. Take advantage of!

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Where is Machu Picchu? How to get?

Machu Picchu is located in the jungle part of the Cusco region. From the city of Cusco it is reached through a trip of almost 4 hours. The first section is by bus or minivan for 1 hour 40 minutes to the town of Ollantaytambo. There you board the tourist train that also in 1 hour 40 minutes will take you to the town of Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu town). Finally, in this town you take the tourist bus that in just 30 minutes will take you uphill to the entrance gate of Machu Picchu. The TOUR INCLUDES ALL THESE TRANSPORTS!

• The tour begins with the tourist’s pick-up at the door of their hotel in Cusco between 4:45 am and 5:00 am. A tourist transport will take you to the Wanchaq station in Cusco (approximately 15 minute trip).
• From Wanchaq we board the Peru Rail ‘Bimodal’ bus, which will take us in almost 2 hours to the Ollantaytambo train station, in the Sacred Valley of the Incas.
• In Ollantaytambo we will board the ‘Expedition’ tourist train service in the direction of Aguas Calientes. The trip lasts almost 2 hours in which you will be able to appreciate the beautiful landscapes of the Sacred Valley.
• Once in Aguas Calientes you must take one of the tourist buses that in just 30 minutes will take you to the entrance gate of Machu Picchu. There you will enter the Wonder of the World.
• For approximately 2 hours 30 minutes you will visit the main buildings of Machu Picchu, always in the company of your tour guide. Along the way you will have time to take the classic photos at Machu Picchu, including the famous photo from the House of the Guardian . You will also have free time to enjoy the moment in peace and get to know the main buildings and temples.
• At the time indicated by the guide, you must leave Machu Picchu and take the bus back to the town of Aguas Calientes.
• If you added the buffet lunch at the Tinkuy restaurant to the tour, you just have to go to the restaurant of the 5-star Sanctuary Lodge hotel (a few steps from the exit gate of Machu Picchu) and enjoy lunch.
• In Aguas Calientes all tourists will have free time to have lunch (not included in the tour) and tour this magical place, famous for its streets without cars, its huge mountains, mighty rivers and hectic life full of tourism.
• At 4.22 pm, you will have to board your tourist train ‘Expedition’ to return to the town of Ollantaytambo (arrive at the station 30 minutes before) . Another recommended option is to add the Vistadome train service to the tour. In Ollantaytambo, they must also board the ‘Bimodal’ bus of the Peru Rail company that will finally return them to the city of Cusco.
• The tour ends at around 8:30 pm with the final transfer of the tourist to the door of his hotel in the city of Cusco.
• Pick up from the hotel.
• Transportation from Cusco to Ollantaytambo by Peru Rail ‘Bimodal’ tourist bus.
• Transportation by tourist train ‘Expedition’ round trip (optional Vistadome train).
• Transportation by tourist bus from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu (round trip).
• ‘Machu Picchu Classic’ entrance tickets (circuit 2 that includes classic photo and a visit to the main Inca constructions).
• Tour guide service in Spanish and English (from Machu Picchu or Cusco depending on the type of service chosen).
• For an extra cost, buffet lunch at the 5-star Tinkuy restaurant in Machu Picchu (optional).
• For an extra cost, box breakfast.
• Option to cancel the tour up to 5 days before (under penalty).
• Breakfast and lunch.
• Snacks and drinks.

Optional breakfast (box lunch) on the tour

The tour starts early (before 5 am). This does not give enough time to enjoy a good breakfast. Given this, it is necessary to offer the breakfast service ‘box lunch’. Breakfast includes nutritious ingredients such as salad, quinoa, grilled chicken, juices, snacks and more. Breakfast is an optional service. You can include it during the booking form.

What to bring?

• Passport (or identity document).
• Hat or cap.
• Comfortable clothes for walks.
• Comfortable shoes for trekking.

Summary of the Machu Picchu Full Day tour operator by Machupicchu Terra

Two types of services to choose from, two types of tours to machu picchu: differences and similarities, why choose the all-inclusive service.

• The all-inclusive service offers a visit to Machu Picchu with all the necessary services to enjoy a well-organized and memorable day.
• The tour includes: pick-up from the tourist’s hotel, transportation by Expedition Bimodal train, transportation by Consettur tourist bus, Machu Picchu Solo entrance (offers classic postcard photo in circuit 2) and tour guide service in Machu Picchu (group service for the main Inca constructions such as the Temple of the Sun, the Main Temple, the Temple of the 3 Windows, the Sacred Rock, the Temple of the Condor, the Water Mirrors and more). All within a tour of approximately 15 hours.
• The tour does not include any type of food. However, optionally for an extra payment, tourists can add a buffet lunch at Machu Picchu or a box breakfast.
• The advantage of the service is the excellent organization and all essential services included. Tourist guidance only takes place in Machu Picchu. The guide does not accompany you on the train.

Why choose the private service?

• The private service offers a personalized visit to Machu Picchu with all the necessary services to enjoy a well-organized and memorable day.
• As well as the all-inclusive tour, this service offers: pick-up from the tourist’s hotel, transportation by Expedition Bimodal train, transportation by Consettur tourist bus, Machu Picchu Solo entrance (offers classic postcard photo in circuit 2) and tour guide service in Machu Picchu (private service from the pick-up, in Machu Picchu and on the tourist train). The tour of Machu Picchu includes a visit to the main Inca constructions such as the Temple of the Sun, the Main Temple, the Temple of the 3 Windows, the Sacred Rock, the Temple of the Condor, the Water Mirrors and more). All within a tour of approximately 15 hours.
• The advantage of the service is the excellent organization and personalized service of the tour guide who will accompany the tourist at all times: from the moment of pick-up from their hotel in Cusco to the visit to Machu Picchu and the return to Cusco by train. .

The itinerary of the Machu Picchu Full Day tour in private service

The Machu Picchu tour in private service follows the same itinerary as the all-inclusive service: pick-up from the hotel, transportation by Bimodal train to Aguas Calientes, transportation by Consettur bus, visit to Machu Picchu and return to Cusco by train. The private service, unlike the classic tour, offers the company of a tour guide from the hotel pick-up, the train trip, the visit to Machu Picchu and the return to Cusco. That is, it is a complete private service from start to finish, ideal for tourists and their private group (friends, partner, family, etc.).

Where does the tour start and end?

• The tour begins with the tourist’s pick-up at the door of their hotel -valid only for hotels in the historic center of the city- (most tourist hotels are there). If your hotel is not there, the transport will pick you up at some central place in the city, such as a square.
• The tour ends with the final transfer of the tourist to the door of his hotel in the city of Cusco .

How to prevent altitude sickness?

• Altitude sickness or soroche can cause you some discomfort during your visit such as dizziness, fatigue or nausea. Try to avoid alcoholic beverages and fatty foods before your visit.
• To reduce the symptoms, try to acclimatize one day before to the altitude of the city of Cusco. Drinking coca leaf infusions (a natural plant used by the Incas) is an excellent option.

Group or private services

• The Machu Picchu tour in all-inclusive service is carried out in guided groups. If you want a more personalized service (for your own group of family or friends), choose the private service tour. For more information, contact us at [email protected] or (+51) 982 108 083 .

Frequent questions

How far in advance can i request the tour.

It is always advisable to purchase the tour weeks in advance. The minimum period with which you can purchase this service is 3 days before (depending on availability).

How is the train ride included?

The train trip included in this tour is the ‘Expedition’ service, which offers comfortable seats, tables and large windows to appreciate the beautiful Andean landscapes. In addition, it includes background music, service on board and sale of snacks and drinks.

Does the tour pick me up and return me from my hotel in Cusco?

The tour begins with the pick up of the visitor from the door of his hotel in the city of Cusco. The tour ends with the transfer of the tourist to the door of his hotel.

How long will I be in Machu Picchu?

Each tourist will have approximately 2 hours 30 minutes in Machu Picchu. During this time you can tour the Inca city with a tour guide. You can also have free time in the wonder of the world.

What circuit in Machu Picchu does the tour include?

The tour includes the tour of Machu Picchu in circuit 2, the most recommended in the Inca citadel. This circuit includes a visit to the most famous Inca temples and constructions such as: the Main Temple, the Temple of the Sun, the Intihuatana, the Temple of the 3 Windows, the Sacred Rock and more. It also offers the opportunity to take the classic postal photo in the House of the Guardian of Machu Picchu.

Can I cancel the tour? How much is the penalty?

Yes, the tour offers the option to cancel. However, due to operating expenses and tickets purchased, the cancellation has a penalty of 50% of the value of the amount paid (refund of 50% of the total paid). The request is sent 5 days before the date of visit, as the latest deadline. The email to send the request is [email protected].

Can I change the date of the tour?

No, unfortunately due to the provisions of the Ministry of Culture of Peru (the entity that manages the income to Machu Picchu), it is not possible to make changes to the tour once purchased.

How many tourists make up the group?

The tour in group service is carried out with a group of 10 tourists maximum. However, on average the group is 5 people. The tour in private service is carried out only with the tourist and his private group of friends, family or partner.

What does the buffet lunch at the Tinkuy restaurant include?

The tour offers, for an additional promotional payment, a buffet lunch at the prestigious Tinkuy restaurant (which belongs to the 5-star Sanctuary Lodge hotel, the only one located next to Machu Picchu). The buffet is complete, it offers: soups, salads, pastas, breads, rice dishes, meats (pork, alpaca, chicken, beef), stews, stews, desserts, non-alcoholic cold drinks and more.

Why choose the Vistadome train service?

The Vistadome train service is optional on the return leg of the tour. The train is spacious with comfortable seats and panoramic windows with views of the mountains. The train also stands out for offering a dance show, a parade of garments made of alpaca, as well as complimentary snacks and drinks. Recommended!

What are the types of tickets to Machu Picchu and which one does the tour include?

• Machu Picchu Classic Photo Ticket – This ticket is a great option if you are looking to get the best photographs of your visit to Machu Picchu. As its name indicates, it allows you to visit the Guardian House sector, where the famous panoramic photos of Machu Picchu are obtained (shared on social networks). The ticket allows a 2 hour 30 minute visit to the Inca citadel. It is recommended for the whole family.
• Machu Picchu Classic Ticket – This ticket is the one that most tourists use to visit Machupicchu as it allows you to do circuit 2 that includes the classic postcard photo in Machu Picchu as well as the option to see the main Inca constructions, such as: the Main Temple, the Temple of the Sun, the Temple of the 3 Windows, the Sacred Rock, the Temple of the Condor, the Water Mirrors and more.
• Machu Picchu Classic Ticket (lower terrace) – This ticket is very similar to the ‘Machu Picchu Classic’ ticket with the only difference that it goes through a lower terrace to get the classic photo. In addition, it allows you to do circuit 2 with a visit to the main Inca constructions, such as: the Main Temple, the Temple of the Sun, the Temple of the 3 Windows, the Sacred Rock, the Temple of the Condor, the Water Mirrors and more.
• Machu Picchu Lower Temples Ticket – This ticket, as its name suggests, allows you to visit the Inca constructions in the lower part of Machu Picchu, also known as the royal sector. Includes a visit to Inca buildings, such as the Temple of the Sun, the House of the Inca, the Sacred Rock, the Temple of the Condor, the Water Mirrors, the Royal Fountains and the agricultural sector. In this last place you can get a beautiful photo of Machu Picchu similar to the classic photo but from a point of view from the lower part of the archaeological site.
• Machu Picchu Ticket with Huayna Picchu – This ticket is the one that sells out the fastest in Machu Picchu. The reason? It allows you to take the popular hike to the top of the Huayna Picchu mountain. There, you can get incredible photos. In addition, it allows you to do circuit 3, which allows you to visit: the House of the Inka, the Sacred Rock, the agricultural area, the Temple of the Condor and more. It is recommended for the second time if you visit Machu Picchu.
• Machu Picchu Ticket with Mountain – This ticket is an excellent option if you are looking for a great adventure in Machu Picchu. It allows you to make the arduous hike to the top of Machupicchu Mountain. There you can get spectacular views of the entire set of mountains that surround the Inca citadel. It also allows you to do circuit 1 where you can get the classic postcard photo from the Guardian House sector.
• Machu Picchu Ticket with Huchuy Picchu – This ticket offers a new hiking route to one of the slopes of Huayna Picchu, the so-called Huchuypicchu mountain, which in Spanish means ‘small mountain’. The walk included is short and simple: it lasts only 40 minutes. From there you have a panoramic view of the Inca citadel. In addition, it allows you to do circuit 3 through Machu Picchu, which includes a visit to: the House of the Inka, the Sacred Rock, the agricultural area, the Temple of the Condor and more. It is recommended to go with children.
• Machu Picchu Ticket with Inca Bridge – This ticket allows you to take one of the little-known routes through Machu Picchu: the short walk to the Inca Bridge. The route lasts just 30 minutes, along flat sections but close to fearsome cliffs. Even so, it is a safe walk if you follow the safety measures and signs. The Inca Bridge is made of a wooden log. In addition, the ticket allows you to do circuit 1 in Machu Picchu, which offers the best landscape view of the archaeological site (there you can get the best photos of Machupicchu).
• Machu Picchu Ticket with Intipunku – This ticket allows you to hike to Intipunku, the entrance gate to Machu Picchu in Inca times, which is located at the top after a hiking route of approximately 2 kilometers. This route is suitable for all ages but is open from June 1 to October 15. The ticket also allows you to visit Machu Picchu through circuit 1, where you visit the Guardian’s House. There you can get spectacular views of the entire set of mountains that surround the Inca citadel.
• Machu Picchu Ticket with Temple of the Moon – This ticket offers an innovative hiking route to the little-explored Great Cavern, also called the Temple of the Moon. The route is arduous along paths full of vegetation for a little more than 2 kilometers. This route is open from June 1 to October 15. This ticket also allows you to do circuit 3 through Machu Picchu, which includes a visit to: the House of the Inka, the Sacred Rock, the agricultural area, the Temple of the Condor and more. It is recommended to go with children.

Circuits and tickets to Machu Picchu

The tour to Machu Picchu includes the ‘Machu Picchu Classic’ ticket, which allows you to do circuit 2. This circuit is the most recommended since it allows a complete tour of 2 hours and 30 minutes. It also includes the opportunity to take the classic postcard photo of Machu Picchu from the Guardian’s House. The other circuits 1 and 3 are partial routes through the upper and lower parts of Machu Picchu, respectively. They offer beautiful experiences but not the tour of the main Inca temples.

What are the types of trains and which one does the tour include?

• Expedition train (included) – The Expedition train is the cheapest tourist service of Peru Rail. It includes high quality services such as comfortable seats, large windows, tables, sale of snacks and drinks on board. The views during the trip are incredible. This service is included in the tour.
• Vistadome train (optional) – The Vistadome train is the most recommended tourist service after the Expedition train. It offers comfortable seats, panoramic windows, tables, as well as complimentary snacks and drinks, a dance show and a fashion show with alpaca clothing. It is optional on the return leg to Cusco.
• Vistadome Observatory Train (optional) – The Vistadome Observatory train is a superior service to the Vistadome. It offers the same services: comfortable seats, panoramic windows, tables, snacks, courtesy drinks, dance show, parade show of alpaca garments and, in addition, an observatory car with a live music show. There you get spectacular photos of the train trip.
• Hiram Bingham Train – The Hiram Bingham train is a luxury service that includes an unforgettable trip with the A-1 services: observatory car, dining car, bar car, as well as complimentary champagne, music show, gourmet lunch (or dinner), entrance to Machu Picchu as well as private bus and tour guide in the Inca citadel. It is one of the most luxurious trains in the world.

Vistadome train service (optional) on the return trip

The tour includes travel on the Expedition tourist train for both the outward and return journeys. This service is tourist, that is, it offers comfortable seats, large windows, tables, and service on board with the sale of snacks and drinks. Optionally, the tour recommends adding the return train in Vistadome service. This service, one level higher than Expedition, offers complimentary snacks and drinks, a dance show, and a parade of clothing made of alpaca. All in a single service and within a super comfortable train. Recommended!

What are the circuits in Machu Picchu and what does the tour include?

• Circuit 1 – This circuit allows you to explore the upper part of the Inca citadel. It allows you to get the classic photo of Machu Picchu from the Guardian’s House. From there you have a beautiful panoramic view of the main constructions of the archaeological site, such as: the Main Temple, the Temple of the 3 Windows, the Temple of the Condor, the Water Mirrors, the agricultural area and more. It does not allow you to tour the archaeological site, only to see them from the best point of view of the Inca citadel.
• Circuit 2 (included) – This circuit allows you to take a more complete tour of Machu Picchu. It is the circuit that most tourists prefer. Includes a visit to: the Main Temple, the Temple of the 3 Windows, the Sacred Rock, the Temple of the Condor, the Water Mirrors, the agricultural area and more. In addition, it includes the classic postcard photo of Machu Picchu from the Guardian House sector .
• Circuit 3 – This circuit allows you to visit the lower core area of ​​the archaeological site of Machu Picchu. Includes a visit to the House of the Inka, the Temple of the Sun, the Sacred Rock, the Temple of the Condor, the agricultural area and the Water Mirrors. This tour does not include the classic postcard photo of Machu Picchu but it does include a beautiful photo from the lower part (agricultural sector). It allows a quiet tour, ideal for older adults. It takes only approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.

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Lake Titicaca, the highest navigable lake in the world, offers panoramic views and encounters with local communities.

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Cusco, in Peru, is a prominent destination for tours and exploring the fascinating history and Inca culture. Tours in Cusco offer a wide range of exciting experiences. You can start by visiting the famous citadel of Machu Picchu, considered one of the Seven Wonders of the World.

You can also explore the Sacred Valley, which houses impressive Inca ruins and picturesque villages. Additionally, you can venture on the Inca Trail, a multi-day hike to Machu Picchu, which allows you to enjoy spectacular views and get close to nature.

Other popular tours include a visit to the salt mines of Maras, the archaeological complex of Sacsayhuamán, and the Pisac market. Cusco offers a unique blend of history, breathtaking landscapes, and cultural experiences, making tours an exciting option for travelers.

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5 Day Cusco & Machu Picchu Magic Tour

5-Day from $ USD 529.00

Discover Cusco's most emblematic tourist destinations.

On the 5 Day Cusco Magic Tour. Experience Cusco , Sacsayhuaman , Sacred Valley of the Incas , Machu Picchu and Rainbow Mountain or 7-color Mountain.

About 5-Day Cusco Magic Tour

With this 5-Day Cusco Magic Tour itinerary, discover the history of the Cusco city . First, tour through the monumental center of the Imperial city and its surroundings, where you will admire the grandeur of the Inca empire and the imposing European culture. Immerse yourself in The Sacred Valley of the Incas and feel the living culture in its picturesque villages. Take a beautiful train ride to Machu Picchu , the Wonder of the World and the main destination for travelers. And finally, take a short hike to The Rainbow Mountain and discover the amazing natural landscapes hidden among the Andes of Cusco.

This program starts and ends in the city of Cusco and we have departures 7 day a week and 12 months a year.

• Travel Guide
• Explore the most emblematic historical, cultural and natural sites of the capital of the Inca Empire, Cuzco.
• Discover the lost city of the Incas hidden between the Andes and the Amazon jungle.
• Walk through the central Andes and admire the scenic beauty.
• Immerse yourself in the Andean culture in the Sacred Valley of the Incas.
• Take an amazing train ride to the Wonder of the World.
• Enjoy your nights in the best carefully selected hotels in Cusco and Machu Picchu.

5-Day Cusco Magic Tour – Summary.

Arrival in cusco and city tour..

In the morning, arrival at Cusco airport and in the afternoon visit of the city and its surroundings (6.30 hours). Overnight: Cusco

Tour Sacred Valley – Machupicchu Pueblo (B & L).

Excursion to the local market and the archaeological site of Pisac and Ollantaytambo Fortress. Train ride to Machu Picchu pueblo. Overnight: Aguas Calientes.

Visit Machu Picchu – Cusco (B).

Discover Machu Picchu, the iconic and enigmatic Inca city and wonder of the world. Overnight: Cusco.

Rainbow Mountain Tour (B & L)

Explore part of the Cusco Andean mountain range and discover the Rainbow Mountain (5200masl). Also admire the highest mountain in Cusco (Ausangate, 6,385 masl). Overnight: Cusco

Flight Cusco – Lima – Return Home (B).

Farewell transfer to Cusco airport.

*B = Breakfast. L = Lunch. D = Dinner

5-Day Cusco Magic Tour - Detailed Itinerary

Arrival in cusco - city tour.

Sacsayhuaman megalithic wall.

Upon your arrival at the Cusco airport in the morning, one of our hosts will meet you and escort you in your transfer and hotel check-in. In the afternoon (13:00 hrs), embark on an exciting and unique 6-hour tour to discover the most emblematic places inside and outside the Imperial City.

Explore the Main Square and see the colonial buildings built on the  walls of the Inca palaces. Then, stroll inside The Cathedral , an emblematic work of the colonial era, and admire its beautiful religious ornamentation. Afterwards, walk through the original streets of the Inca period until you reach the Temple of the Sun (Qoricancha) , observe the beauty and the perfect combination of 2 different cultures (Inca and European). Later, leave the city to visit the archaeological park of Sacsayhuaman and have a look at the mysterious construction of polygonal megalithic style with perfect inlays, and finally, return to your hotel.

• Overnight stay: Cusco

“Smile today as if you were travelling”.

Physical Level

Tour length, starting altitude.

3350masl /10,991 ft, Cusco

Max Altitude

3700masl / 12139ft, Tambomachay

Sacred Valley Tour - Machu Picchu.

After breakfast at the hotel. Begin an epic tour of The Sacred Valley with a brief stop at a local textile center run by women of Inca descent. There you will see how typical textiles are made from the wool of Andean camelids and also meet South American camelids. Next, visit the archaeological center and local market of Pisaq ; admire the large agricultural terraces and stroll through the colorful local market . At noon, enjoy exquisite Peruvian cuisine at one of Urubamba’s best restaurants and then stroll through the picturesque village of Ollantaytambo. In the afternoon, at 16:36 or 19:04, board the train from Ollantaytambo station and cross the eastern Andes mountain range through a deep valley to the town of Machu Picchu (Aguas Calientes). Upon arrival, our host will be waiting to escort you to your hotel.

• Overnight: Machu Picchu town

“You will never be far from home if you make the world your home”.

Full-Day Tour

Min Altitude

2790masl / 9154ft, Ollantaytambo

3350 masl / 10991ft, Cusco

Machu Picchu Tour – Cusco.

Machu Picchu panoramic view.

After breakfast, together with an excellent professional local guide, take the shuttle bus (25 minutes) to Machu Picchu , the Wonder of the World. Passing the checkpoint, head to the lookout point (watchman’s house), from where you can enjoy the Machu Picchu’s stunning panoramic view and admire the fascinating scenery that surrounds it. Also take excellent photographs that will immortalize your visit and then explore the urban area and marvel at the perfection of the construction with the amazing harmony with the topography and discover the secrets behind it. After your tour, say goodbye to the “Lost City of the Incas”, board a bus to Aguas Calientes town and have lunch on your own. Later (14:55, 15:20, or 18:20 hours), board your return train to Ollantaytambo, be greeted by our staff upon arrival, and continue your return journey in a tourist minibus to the city of Cusco.

Important: If you are booked to climb the Mountain or Huaynapicchu , climb on your own after the tour in Machu Picchu.

• Overnight: Cusco

“It is better to see something once than to hear about it a thousand times”.

2050masl / 6726ft, Aguas Calientes

2,450masl /8038 ft, Machu Picchu

Rainbow Mountain Tour.

Today, begin your Tour to Rainbow Mountain at 04:30 a.m. Aboard a tourist mobility, leave your hotel and the bustling city of Cusco and take a 3-hour drive to Rainbow Mountain. Before arriving at your main destination, make a brief stop to enjoy your homemade breakfast in Cusipata town. Then continue driving until you reach the start of the hike to Rainbow Mountain . At 8:40 a.m., begin the 2-hour uphill hike at a leisurely pace escorted by a local expert trekking guide.

From the Rainbow Mountain viewpoint (5200masl / 17,060 ft), appreciate and photograph the amazing mountain of different colours in the form of stripes formed over millions of years by the oxides of different types of minerals. Also, admire the scenic beauty of the imposing Ausangate Mountain (6385masl/20948ft), and walk among the South American camelids in their natural habitat.

Finally, descend and board your tourist transport to the Cusipata village and taste the local food prepared with Andean ingredients (buffet). After your lunch and short rewarding rest, take your tourist transport to return to Cusco. Arrival at 5:00-30 pm.

“Dare to live the life you have dreamed of”.

Note: if today you don’t want to do the Rainbow Mountain hike, you may prefer to do the Humantay Lagoon hike, don’t worry, you can change your destination.

3, Demanding

Distance Hiked

6 km /3.7 miles

3350masl / 10,991ft, Cusco

5200 masl / 17,060ft, Rainbow Mountain viewpoint

Flight Cusco - Lima - Return Home.

Breakfast at the hotel and 2.20-hour before your flight departure, our staff will pick you up and escort you to Cusco airport. If your flight departs in the afternoon, take advantage of your free time to explore more the Cusco city or do some souvenir shopping.

End of our service.

“If not now, when?

3350masl / 10991ft, Cusco

For the Magic Cusco and Machu Picchu 5 Day tour , we strongly recommend that you book well in advance, at least 2 to 3 months in advance. The Train and Machu Picchu tickets are limited and sell out quickly.

Cusco Tours 5 Days

• Private mobility from the airport to the hotel and vice versa.
• Tourist transportation on all tours
• Professional English or Spanish-speaking guide
• Round-trip tourist train tickets from Ollantaytambo to Machu Picchu
• All entrance fees to the places to visit in the itinerary.
• Round-trip Consettur bus tickets from Machu Picchu village (Aguas Calientes) to the Machu Picchu Citadel.
• Tourist transportation from Ollantaytambo train station to Cusco.
• 4-night accommodation in a 3-star hotel with breakfast (3 nights in Cusco and 1 night in Machu Picchu Pueblo).
• Meals: 4 breakfasts and 2 buffet lunches with Andean ingredients.
• First aid kit and oxygen
• Regular or private tour
• Permanent assistance
• Meals not mentioned in included
• All airline tickets (our professional team can help you book them).
• Travel insurance. We recommend that you take out your own travel insurance.
• Medicines and personal items, especially you should bring pills for altitude sickness.
• Entrance fees to Huayna Picchu and the Mountain (optional).
• Tips (optional)

Packing List

• A small personal backpack for the Tours (max. 25 litres).
• All the tickets that you will be given in Cusco (tourist tickets of the places to visit. Also train and bus tickets Consettur).
• Personal document with which you booked the tour (passport, ID card, student card or other).
• Raincoat or poncho for the rainy season (November to April).
• Hat and cap for the cold and the sun.
• Sunscreen (April to October)
• Mosquito repellent (Machupicchu).
• Bottled wáter
• Personal medication and pills for altitude sickness (soroche).
• Extra money (PEN)
• Cameras and others

Recomendations

• Book the tour months in advance, especially if you plan to travel between May and September which is high season, therefore Machupicchu and Train tickets tend to sell out.
• Make sure your flight arrives at Cusco airport before 11 am.
• Let us know if you have any mishaps or delays on arrival in Cusco.
• Before and upon arrival in Cusco, drink pills for altitude sickness (soroche). At your hotel in Cusco also drink the infusion of coca leaves, it will help you to acclimatise better and not to feel too much the annoying headache, dizziness and vomiting. Avoid coffee, alcoholic beverages and cigarettes, as they prevent the proper assimilation of oxygen.
• In Cusco, early in the morning and in the evening, wear warm clothes. Especially on long day and higher altitude tours.
• It is a good idea to visit Cusco, Sacred Valley, Machupicchu first and then the higher altitude destinations.
• To travel by train to Machu Picchu, leave your heavy suitcases in the luggage room of your hotel in Cusco. The train company only allows you to travel with personal luggage. If you wish to travel with your heavy luggage, you will have to pay a supplement to the train company and go through a lengthy process to send it by goods train.

About Tour Prices

We have 2 types of tours: Shared and private tours. The price is expressed in US dollars (US$), per person and double room in a 3-star hotel.

Option One: Regular Tour

5-Day Cusco Magic Tour – Regular Tour (Shared). Join our already formed groups and together with your new friends rediscover the capital of the Inca empire and the lost city of the Incas. We have daily departures and all 12 months of the year. The price is based on double occupancy.

Private Tour

5-Day Cusco Magic Tour – Private Tour. This option is exclusive to you who prefer to travel with your partner, family, or friends and do not want to meet strangers. You can start the tour any day of the year. The price is based on double occupancy and varies according to the number of people traveling together.

Optional Services

Enhance your trip by adding these optional services.

These services are not included in the package price; you can add them if you wish.

• $ 70 USD . Ascent to Huayna Picchu Mountain. It is an incredible mountain located north of the Machu Picchu citadel. If you want to explore more places, you can climb this mountain from Machu Picchu citadel, it will take you about 45 minutes, but you must buy another ticket 3 or 4 months before, the availability is limited.
• $ 70 USD . Ascent to Machu Picchu Mountain. It is another incredible mountain located south of the Machu Picchu citadel. If you want to explore more places, you can climb this mountain from Machu Picchu citadel, it will take you about 1.40 hours, but you must buy another ticket 2 or 3 months before, the availability is limited.
• $ 75 USD. Travel on the Vistadome panoramic train. It superior-class train that has cars with large windows on the wall and on the roof that allow you to enjoy the scenic view. It also offers typical dances and fashion shows on board.
• $ 43 USD. Buffet lunch at the Tinkuy restaurant by Belmond Sanctuary Lodge Hotel, located at the main entrance of the Machu Picchu citadel.
• $ 23 USD. Buffet lunch. El Mapi restaurant in Machu Picchu village.
• $ 25 USD. Private guide in Machu Picchu. If you have booked the shared tour, you can request a private guide in Machu Picchu (price per person, minimum 2 people).
• If you want to spend the nights in a superior or luxury hotel (4 or 5-star hotel), ask for our confidential rates.

We offer US$ 20 off.

• For students from 9 to 17 years old and for university students under 25 years old who have a student ID. The credential must be valid for a maximum of one year.
• For countries belonging to the Andean Community (Colombia, Bolivia, Ecuador, and Peru).
• There is a $110 discount for children under 8 years of age; children under 3 years of age do not pay, but are not entitled to a seat on the train or buses.

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FAQS 5 Day Cusco & Machu Picchu Magic Tour

FAQS5 Day Cusco & Machu Picchu Magic Tour

How do i book the 6-day cusco tour.

To book the 6-day tour in Cusco, you must fill out the booking form on our website. You can also write us directly to Gmail: [email protected] or by WhatsApp / Telegram (+51) 984032083.

How far in advance should I book the 6-Day Cusco Tour?

You can book 3 days in advance. We recommend you to do it with more time in advance if it is one or more months before, it is better, you will have better schedules to enter Machu Picchu and take the train. The availabilities are limited.

What is the best time to do the 6-Day Cusco Tour?

The best time is from April to November, it is the dry season, sunny and blue-sky months. If you plan to visit Machu Picchu in June, July and August, keep in mind that this is the high season for tourism in Cusco – Peru. Book your trip 3 or 4 months in advance.

What is the climate like in Cusco?

In general, the climate is relatively temperate, with cool nights and sunny days. During the course of the year, the temperature generally varies from 0°C/32°f to 19°C/66.2°f and rarely drops below -2°C/ 28.4°f or rises above 22°C/71.6°f. November to March is the rainy season and April to October is the dry season.

What are the minimum and maximum temperatures I should experience on the 5-Day Cusco Magic Tour?

The maximum temperature will be in Machupicchu, from 18 to 27°C / 64 to 81°f, the minimum temperature will be in the Rainbow Mountain from 2 to 8°C / 35 to 46°f (bring warm clothes: hat, scarf, gloves, etc.) and the average temperature will be in Cusco and Sacred Valley from 8 to 17°C / 46 to 63°f, around Cusco, during the months of June, July and August the temperature tends to drop to 5°C / 41°f below zero.

What is the altitude of the Rainbow Mountain?

Rainbow Mountain or 7-colour Mountain is 5200 masl / 17,060 ft.

How can I avoid altitude sickness (soroche)?

You should sleep one night in Lima, rest well in your hotel, and the next day travel to Cusco. Before and upon arrival in Cusco, drink medicine for altitude sickness (soroche). In your hotel in Cusco also drink an infusion of coca leaves (the coca has alkaloids), which will help you to oxygenate and acclimatize better. Avoid smoking cigarettes, or drinking alcoholic beverages and coffee that obstruct the best oxygenation. It is a good idea to first visit Cusco, Sacred Valley, Machupicchu, and then the Rainbow Mountain. This way you will not feel altitude sickness symptoms.

How much luggage and what should I bring on the 5-Day Cusco Magic Tour?

It is advisable to make the trip with a personal backpack. Specially to travel to Machu Picchu you should carry a backpack smaller than 30 liters, otherwise, you will have to pay a surcharge on the freight train and you will have to make a long procedure to send your luggage. In all the tours, in your small backpack you must carry: all the tickets that will be given to you in Cusco (tourist tickets of the places to visit. Also train and bus tickets from Consettur). Identification documents: Passport and if you are a student your university card. Also bring mosquito repellent (Machupicchu), personal medication, pills for altitude sickness and extra money (PEN).

How can I join the Cusco Shared Tour?

This tour starts and ends in the city of Cusco. To join the group, you must make sure your flight arrives at the Cusco airport before 11 am. We will be waiting for you at the airport to transfer you to your hotel.

On the 5-Day Cusco Magic Tour, can the itinerary be modified?

Yes, you can customize the itinerary. You can delete or add destinations of your preference, just contact us and we will gladly help you.

Gmail: [email protected] / WhatsApp: (+51)984032083

To do the 5-Day Cusco Magic Tour, what should I book on my own?

You must book the international flight tickets from your country to Lima – Peru and the local flights from Lima to Cusco. We will book the hotels in Cusco and Machu Picchu, all the entrance tickets to the places to visit, and the train tickets to Machu Picchu.

You will arrive in Cusco to fully enjoy your visit and you don’t need to waste your time looking for sales points and waiting in endless lines.

How to get to Cusco?

Most travelers arrive in Cusco by plane. You must fly from your country to Jorge Chavez International Airport in Lima – Peru and then have to take a local flight from Lima to Cusco. There are four airlines that operate round-trip flights between Lima and Cusco: LATAM Airlines, AVIANCA Airlines, Star Peru, and Peruvian Airlines. They all offer similar schedules and in-flight service, but we generally recommend LATAM or AVIANCA Airlines, as they tend to be more accommodating when unexpected cancellations or delays occur.

What type of plugs are used in Peru?

In Peru, 220 volts, 60 Hz frequency, and A/B /C type plugs are used.

It is recommended to bring an adapter or converter according to the voltage, frequency, and plugs used in your country. Although most hotels and even homes in Peru now have the standard U.S. plug.

Do you still have more questions?

Please contact us and our travel consultants will help you to solve all your doubts.

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Lima, Cusco, Machu Picchu, Amazon River Cruise

Experience the best of Peru with our comprehensive 12-day tour package! Discover Lima’s rich history and cuisine, immerse yourself in Cusco’s Incan culture and Sacred Valley, hike to the ancient Machu Picchu citadel and explore the Amazon Rainforest. The latter will be on the Delfin Amazon River Cruise, a truly luxurious and exclusive way to explore the Peruvian Amazon with exclusive access to certain areas of the jungle. Don’t miss out on the opportunity of a lifetime to discover the beauty and diversity of Peru!

• We start our tours early to reach the sites before the crowds arrive.
• Our expert guides know the hidden spots for the most scenic pictures.
• With 1000+ 5-star reviews on TripAdvisor, you can expect an impeccable tour organization.

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The following 12-day Peru tour itinerary is fully customizable. Contact us and we’ll be happy to help plan the tour of your dreams.

When arriving to Lima, you’ll be picked up from the airport by our local staff that takes you straight to your hotel. Once there, you’ll have the chance to relax and explore the nearby places on your own.

Explore the vibrant city of Lima on a tour of its most iconic landmarks and historical sites. Visit the stunning Presidential Palace, the impressive Cathedral of Lima and the colorful markets. Discover the city’s rich cultural heritage and take a stroll through the beautiful parks of Parque del Amor and Kennedy Park.

Stroll through the picturesque streets of Barranco and discover the city’s culinary heritage with stops at local markets and traditional Peruvian restaurants. Sample a variety of typical dishes such as Ceviche, Lomo Saltado and Picarones. Learn about the unique ingredients and techniques used in Peruvian cuisine and discover the cultural influences that have shaped it. Visit some of Barranco’s famous restaurants and bars, trying some of the best Pisco Sour cocktails in Lima.

After your flight to Iquitos, you’ll set sail on one of Delfin’s exclusive riverboats, and experience the beauty and biodiversity of the Peruvian Amazon in comfort and style.

You’ll get to know the spacious cruise and take in the stunning views of the lush landscape, always keeping an eye out for the diverse wildlife that call the Amazon home. Take a skiff ride through the narrow tributaries to discover hidden lagoons and spot exotic birds and monkeys.

In the first part of the day, you’ll hike through the rainforest, gaining insights into indigenous medicinal plants and seeking vibrant butterflies and frogs.

In the afternoon, prepare yourself for piranha fishing at sunset and kayaking in the calm creeks. Enjoy the delights of the Amazonian cuisine and the comfort of the boat after each day of adventure.

Spend another exciting day exploring the rich biodiversity of the Amazon during a jungle walk. Today, you’ll visit a local community and have the chance to interact with native people, learning more about their culture and customs.

Later that day, witness a unique phenomenon where dark waters of one river meet the sandy-colored waters of another one, creating a striking contrast.

After a final breakfast on board, you’ll visit the Rescue & Rehabilitation Center of River Mammals before returning to the port and saying goodbye to the Amazon rainforest. It’s time to return to Peru’s capital for a night, before catching a morning flight to Peru’s Andes exploring the imperial city of Cusco.

Upon arrival in Cusco, our staff will pick you up from the airport and transfer you to your hotel. In the afternoon, grab your camera to get a few good shots of the local landmarks, such as Qoricancha (a former Inca temple turned Spanish church), the lively San Pedro Market or the cozy uphill neighborhood of San Blas.

Visit the Salt Mines of Maras, the agricultural labs or Moray and the fortress of Ollantaytambo. Relish a delightful lunch enveloped by the Andean landscape, visit a vibrant local textile center and try of a sip of Chicha (Inca beer made of corn).

After the tour, either continue to Aguas Calientes or return to Cusco, preparing for your upcoming Machu Picchu tour the following day.

Embark on a 2-hour guided journey led by our knowledgeable guide, exploring the pivotal landmarks within the Machu Picchu ruins. Uncover the captivating history and cultural legacy of the Incas as you delve into the remarkable structures of this ancient wonder, gaining a profound understanding of its significance.

After the tour, you’ll be seamlessly transferred back to Cusco.

Embark on an early adventure and relish the serenity atop the Andes! Behold the vibrant marvels of Vinicunca rainbow mountain, where striking red terrains meet encounters with llamas and alpacas. With our small group and private tours, you’ll be part of the first to conquer the summit, evading the masses for an exceptional and exclusive experience.

After breakfast, you’ll have some more time to immerse yourself in the city. When you’re ready, our local staff will take you to the airport before you fly back to Lima.

• Airport transfers with our staff accompanying you
• All tours stated in the itinerary with fluent English speaking licensed local guides
• All entrance tickets
• Private Machu Picchu tour with entrance tickets, train tickets and shuttle bus
• Hotels if selected
• Meals as indicated in the itinerary above (vegan and vegetarian options available). We eat in some of the best restaurants in the area.
• Trekking pole, first aid kit and oxygen for the hikes
• Welcome kit and virtual support during your trip

Not Included

• Flights (can be included if you want to)

Prices p. person

Based on double/triple occupancy and the hotels mentioned below or similar ones in the same category. Please contact us to receive a free quote based on your hotel preferences.

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The hotels below can vary based on your preferences.

JW Marriott

Located at Miraflores’ waterfront and the Larcomar shopping center, the JW Marriott is an upscale hotel with an excellent location. Spacious elegant rooms with ocean views, delicious restaurants and a well-equipped gym provide for an unforgettable stay.

• Air Conditioning
• Swimming Pool
• Room Service

Casa Andina Premium Miraflores

Strategically located in the heart of Miraflores, this 4-star hotel is close to many excellent restaurants and boutique shops. Its unmistakable local touch showcases valuable colonial antiques and an exquisite collection of contemporary art decorating the rooms and common areas of the hotel.

Casa Andina Standard Benavides

Conveniently located in the heart of Miraflores, the Casa Andina Standard Benavides is perfect for those that want to feel the pulse of the city. Great restaurants, bars, shopping malls and ancient ruins are closeby. All rooms are designed with a modern and comfortable touch. 

Tierra Viva Larco

Located about 600 m from Miraflores City Hall and 800 m from the premium Larcomar Outdoor Mall, is the Tierra Viva Miraflores Larco Hotel Lima. This hotel is known for its dedicated staff and personal service. The rooms are equipped with a mini-fridge, a bar, a flat-screen cable TV, and coffee/tea making supplies are included in some of the air-conditioned apartments. Each room has a private bathroom with a shower and a separate toilet.

• Breakfast included
• Air conditioning

Casa Andina Select Miraflores

This 4-star hotel features a spa, a fitness center and a bar where you can enjoy a typical Peruvian drink. The rooms at Casa Andina are bright and carpeted and offer free Wi-Fi access. In addition, the rooms offer beautiful views of the city and are equipped with a queen-size bed for a good night’s sleep. 

Palacio del Inka Luxury Collection

Next to Koricancha, one of the most important temples of the Inca empire, lies the luxurious Palacio del Inka built on original Inca foundations. Throughout the entire hotel, you’ll get to admire the colonial architecture that can be explored in a guided tour of its facilities.

Located in a building of the 16th century and being only 3 blocks away from Cusco’s main square, the Novotel is an excellent option for a centrally located, modern hotel with local charme. Relax in the heated courtyard after your tour and enjoy a local tea before heading to one of the restaurants closeby.

Casa Andina Standard Koricancha

The Casa Andina Standard Koricancha is located in a colonial mansion with a cozy interior courtyard close to Cusco’s main square. All of the 35 rooms are non-smoking and many facilities, such as breakfast buffet, free Wi-Fi and room service are included.

This charming 3-star hotel in Cusco provides free Wi-Fi and cozy, country-style lodging. It is ideally located on a quiet, secluded street, a mere 300 meters from the Plaza de Armas square. Hotel Rumi Punku boasts a delightful traditional ambiance, with a central courtyard graced by a lush garden. The well-appointed rooms are equipped with private bathrooms, cable TV, and present serene views of the inner courtyard.

Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel

The Inkaterra El Pueblo Hotel is located at the foot of Machu Picchu, near the train station, and strives to combine regional nature with modern comfort to provide you with a unique upscale experience for your Machu Picchu visit.

El Mapi by Inkaterra

The El Mapi Hotel by Inkaterra is located near the Aguas Calientes train station and the Machu Picchu shuttle bus station, thus making it an ideal option for travelers seeking convenience. This contemporary hotel includes many facilities, friendly service and delicious food. It’s a great place to relax before or after visiting the New Wonder of the World.

Casa Andina Standard Machu Picchu

With its 53 cozy rooms in the center of Aguas Calientes, this 3-star hotel is a great option for mid-range accommodation. Overlooking the Urubamba River and the surrounding mountains, you’ll be in good hands to overnight before visiting Machu Picchu.

Sacred Stone Boutique

This 3-star boutique hotel features a bar and is located just 400 meters from the train station. The hotel offers free Wi-Fi, a restaurant, room service and a 24-hour reception to help you with all your needs.   Views of the neighboring mountains and the river are available from the large rooms. In addition, every room includes a private bathroom with hot showers available all day.

Delfin Amazon Cruises

Delfin Amazon Cruises offers luxury river cruises on the Amazon River in Peru. Their boats feature comfortable accommodations, gourmet meals and a variety of activities, such as jungle hikes, fishing and wildlife viewing. The cruises provide a luxurious opportunity to explore the Amazon rainforest and its diverse wildlife and culture in a unique way.

• Swimming pool
• Room service

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Machu Picchu Tour and Rainbow Mountain 5 Days

The astounding adventure of world wonders & inca architecture.

Machu Picchu and Rainbow Mountain Tour – Explore the essential highlights of Peru’s Sacred Valley on this 5-day tour, including visits to Cusco, Machu Picchu , and Rainbow Mountain . This five-day tour package offers you to explore the living history and breathtaking scenery of the Peruvian highlands on this incredible experience of Machu Picchu and Rainbow Mountain adventure, and be in awe of its natural beauty. Make your dream come true and enjoy all the most beautiful places that Cusco has to offer; on a fully supported tour with Peru Spirit Adventure private crew.

In this tour Machu Picchu + Rainbow Mountain for 5 days you’ll begin in the Imperial City and discover what made Cusco the center of the Inca Empire! Then, you’ll head to visit the ruins of Sacsayhuaman , Q’enqo, Tambomachay before embarking to Sacred Valley to visit the fascinating archaeological site of Pisac. After, you will take a tour of Sacred Valley where you’ll visit the weavers at Chinchero, the agricultural laboratory of Moray, Maras Salt Mines , as well as Ollantaytambo .

After exploring Ollantaytambo’s Inca fortress , you’ll take the train to the legendary city of Machu Picchu, one of the grandest and most enthralling sites in Latin America and the whole world , for a privately guided tour. This 5-day package adventure doesn’t end there. Then, you’ll journey through a land of wild desert landscapes, snow-capped peaks, and herds of alpacas to arrive at your ultimate destination: the rainbow-painted slopes of Mount Vinicunca hidden deep in the Andes .

Trip Details For Machu Picchu & Rainbow Mountain 5 Days

Tour Location: This Tour of Cusco, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu and Rainbow Mountain, is situated in southeastern Peru of the Andes Mountains. Tour Type: History and culture tour through the majestic place of Machu Picchu, Sacred Valley of the Incas and Cusco before embarking to see the amazing VINICUNCA RAINBOW MOUNTAIN in a one day hike

Physical Grading: ★☆☆☆☆ Easy, gentle walk, stone steps, and small elevation changes along the way, and some walks on uneven trails; and the hike to Rainbow Mountain is Moderate to difficult, depending on level of physical fitness.

Group size: Min 2 ppl, Max 8 ppl. Minimum of 2 people required to organize this tour. We take only small groups & private trips, to enhance the experience giving you the full attention of our guides and staff.

Need to book in Advance: Yes. We recommend that all of our customers make their reservations well in advance of their arrival date. Train tickets, entry tickets and good hotels are highly in demand and sell out early, especially during the high season or if you want to climb up Huayna Picchu Mountain. If you reserve early, then we can guarantee everything. For last minute reservations, we will do our best depending on what train tickets and hotels are available.

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Experience The spectacular Citadel of Machu Picchu + Rainbow Mountain of 7 Colors in 5 Days on our best Peru tour!!!

If you want to enjoy the best of Cusco, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu and the Rainbow Mountain and learn all about the amazing history of the Incas, and take a deep breath and admire all of its sheer natural beauty, our 5 Day Rainbow Mountain and Machu Picchu tour is for you.

Embark on an exciting trip through the wonderful and ancient Citadel of Machu Picchu and Vinicunca Rainbow Mountain; whether you´re traveling by yourself, as a couple, or in a group, we’ll plan your itinerary down to the last details, so all you have to do is enjoy yourself, with a private guide at your side!

This 5-day tour will take you through the most important and surprising tourist attractions in southern Peru, with a professional guide to see Incas fortresses, Temples, ancient constructions, New 7 Wonders of the World, and spend a full day hike following deserted highland paths through alpaca and llama herds to the Rainbow Mountain.

Highlights of the Machu Picchu Tour and Rainbow Mountain 5 Days

• Explore Cusco, the capital of the Inca Empire, and discover the most important places of interest in Cuzco’s historic center and what made this city so special
• Head to Sacsayhuaman in the morning to avoid the crowd and explore the incredible Inca ruins surrounding the city, including the Inca site of Pisac and market on this guided tour
• Take a tour of the most significant sites in the Sacred Valley of the Incas and be astounded by Inca architecture in the company of Peru Spirit Adventure’s private guide
• Ride along one of the most beautiful railways in the world and observe as the scenery change from the mountainous Andes to the thicker jungle
• Discover the secrets of the mystical Machu Picchu – one of the New Seven Wonder of the World and UNESCO World Heritage Site
• Stare in awe at the incredible natural beauty of Rainbow Mountain and its fascinating array of colors, nestled in a remote region of the Andes Mountains

Itinerary At a Glance

We welcome you to cusco – walking tour of cusco city.

Arrive in Cusco. After a short break in your hotel, embark on the Cusco city walking tour to discover the main attractions and learn about the history of Cusco’s city. During this walking tour explore The Plaza de Armas of Cusco, The Cathedral, The 12 angled Stone street, Loreto Street, as well as Qoricancha or Temple of the Sun.

Sacsayhuaman & Nearby Ruins + Pisac (ruins & Market)

Spend the day exploring the archaeological sites of Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Tambomachay, located on a high hill above Cusco, then explore Pisac Ruins and Market in the Sacred Valley; including the visit Llama and Alpaca Farm.

Sacred Valley Tour (Chinchero, Moray, Maras, Ollantaytambo) – Aguas Calientes

Embark on a tour of Sacred Valley of the Incas and visit the weavers at Chinchero and the most significant Inca sites, such as Moray Inca agricultural ruins, Maras salt mines, as well as Ollantaytambo before making your way to Machu Picchu Pueblo by train. You will spend the night there in a hotel.

Aguas Calientes – Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu – Ollantaytambo – Cusco

Wake up early to explore the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu on a guided tour. This afternoon, you will board the train to Ollantaytambo and then continue in our private transport back to Cusco

Cusco – Cusipata – Rainbow Mountain – Cusipata – Cusco

Head out of Cusco for an epic day hike to rainbow Mountain or Vinicunca. Enjoy breakfast and lunch, too, before coming back to the city in the early evening

Why experience the Machu Picchu Tour and Rainbow Mountain 5 Days

• In this 5 days tour through Cusco, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu and Rainbow Mountain you will be able to see all the most beautiful places that Cusco has to offer.
• Experience the highlight in the Sacred Valley of the Incas and get immersed with the history of the Incas and culture
• You will discover the beauty of the Vinicunca -also known as Rainbow Mountain of 7 Colors – which attracts thousands of tourists due to its uniqueness and incredible natural beauty.
• Small-group tour of 2-8 people for big adventures with passionate private local leaders or guides to get a true lifetime experience We designed this Machu Picchu and Rainbow Mountain itinerary for those who want both the ancient Inca history and outdoor adventure

Full Itinerary of the Machu Picchu Tour and Rainbow Mountain 5 Days

Pre-tour briefing: We’ll meet you at your hotel lobby in Cusco the night before the “Machu Picchu Tour and Rainbow Mountain 5 Days” to go over the itinerary and you’ll able to take this opportunity to ask final questions and make any final preparations. The meeting will be at 5:00 pm the evening before the trek begins. In case you can´t at this time “please let us know” to coordinate another time.

Day 1: : We welcome you to Cusco – Walking Tour of Cusco City

Upon arrival at the Cusco airport, a representative of Peru Spirit Adventure will be greeted you to take you directly to your hotel accommodation. After a transfer to your hotel in Cusco and assistance with the check in, you’ll be provided with everything needed in preparation for your upcoming journey. The imperial city of Cusco is located at an altitude of 3,400 m / 11,155 ft so you’ll need some time to acclimatize.

After a short rest, we’ll pick you up from your hotel at 1:00 pm to start our walking tour of Cusco city and discover the main attractions and learn about the history of Cusco’s city. Firstly, we’ll visit The Plaza de Armas of Cusco, which is a wonderful place to immerse in the local atmosphere and watch the world go by. While you marvel at the exquisite architecture of the place, our guide will share with you a bit of Inca history to help you better understand the ancient culture.

We’ll then continue with a visit the impressive Cusco Cathedral that holds approximately 300 paintings from the famous Cusqueña School in the city. Next, your tour guide will take you to see The Twelve Angle Stone of Hatunrumiyoc, one of the most sophisticated examples of their ingenuity, with its 12 angles fitting seamlessly into the surrounding wall.

Subsequently, you’ll visit the fascinating Qorikancha or Temple of the Sun, probably the most important Inca site within the city of Cusco. At the end of the day, we will take you to the door of your hotel to enjoy a relaxing night. You’ll have time to get a spot for dinner before heading to bed for another exciting day tomorrow.

Day 2: : Sacsayhuaman & Nearby Ruins + Pisac (ruins & Market)

After delicious breakfast at your hotel, we will pick you up at your hotel in Cusco at 8:00 am, with our private van and take you to visit the impressive Inca fortress of Sacsayhuaman, located to the north of Cusco city. Its characterized by having been built with huge rocks that weigh tons. Ancient Inca architects cut and polished these giant rocks to built zigzag walls that span hundreds of meters.

Despite only a small portion of the original site remaining, the colossal dimensions of Sacsayhuaman continue to inspire and surprise its visitors. Each year on June 24th, The Inti Raymi is celebrated here to worship the Sun.

Next, we’ll visit Qenqo temple, carved from a single stone block. This temple has manmade tunnels, one of which forms an amphitheater. The original purpose of the amphitheater has been lost over time, but most experts agree that the area was used to worship the sun, moon, and stars. Then, you will visit Tambomachay, an Inca archaeological site that boasts a series of aqueducts and channels with two water fountains.

After exploring the Sacsayhuaman’s fortress and nearby ruins, we’ll drive to the Sacred Valley of the Incas, on the way we’ll visit the Alpaca and Llama farm, a place where we will learn about these South American camelids. Afterwards, our trip continues to Pisac town to enjoy lunch (not included) at one of the Sunday stalls in the main square.

Following lunch, we will head to the Inca archaeological site of Pisac, located high above the mountains in the Sacred Valley with great farming terraces, which cover the tall hillsides, and stunning constructions at the temple of the sun. After a great exploration of the Incan ruins, we will drive back to Cusco and drop you off at your hotel. Meals are not included. This is a full-day tour on a private roomy and comfy Van and a private guide.

Day 3: : Sacred Valley Tour (Chinchero, Moray, Maras, Ollantaytambo) – Aguas Calientes

Our full-day Sacred Valley tour will take you to some of the most impressive sights, including Chinchero, Moray Ruins, Maras Salt Mines and Ollantaytambo before traveling by train to Aguas Calientes, also known as Machu Picchu Pueblo.

We will pick you up from your hotel in Cusco at 7:30 am to start our tour of sacred valley and travel to the beautiful town of Chinchero (3,762 m /12,343 ft) known by its textile. There you’ll find beautiful architecture, farming, and agricultural terraces as well as fine textile art.

Our next place to explore is the stunning Moray archaeological site (3,385 m / 11,106 ft), also known as “The Greenhouses of the Incas” made up of rounded shape terraces which have different types of temperatures at each platform, that was made to acclimate the Andean plants like potato, beans, corn, etc

After exploring and feeling the energy of this intriguing Inca site of Moray, we will drive to Maras Salt Mines which are close to the colonial town of Maras. These are a set of more than 3,000 small pools from which salt is extracted since the pre-Incan times, and today locals still farm the salt by hands as the Incans used to do it. Besides, this salt has a pink hue and is well known for its healing properties and delicious flavor. It makes for a great gift for someone back home and is perfect for cooking with.

We’ll then drive onto Urubamba to enjoy a Peruvian buffet lunch of many different traditional dishes for you to choose from. After a rest, it’s time to head aboard our private transport to Ollantaytambo where we’ll visit the fortress of Ollantaytambo from the XV century what become an important strategic military center, as well as, agriculture and religious centers needed to control the whole Inca’s sacred valley. This archeological place was built as an overlap terrace with huge carved stones that were brought from 8km/5 miles away.

In the evening, we will catch a train at 19:04pm to travel to Machu Picchu Pueblo and 2 hrs later we’ll be at Aguas Calientes and overnight at Inti Punku Machupicchu Hotel & Suites or La Cabaña. It’s a full day tour on a private van and private guide.

Day 4: : Aguas Calientes – Historic Santuary of Machu Picchu – Ollantaytambo – Cusco

After a well-deserved night of rest, the day you’ve been so excited for has arrived: Today, you’ll stroll through the magical and mysterious streets of the historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu.

Our day begins bright and early at down to make sure we beat the large crowds and so you can enjoy the site in peace. We’ll board a bus that’ll take around 25 minutes to get to the entrance of the Inca city, and we’ll enter just before the sun begins to pint this impressive place with a golden hue.

Take some time to soak up the vibes and impressive view of one of the 7 Wonder of the World and feel how its powerful energy vibrates. You’ll take a guided tour for 2 hours to the most important areas and then have plenty of time to explore Machu Picchu on your own. If you have the extra entry ticket, you can hike up to the imposing Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain for a spectacular panoramic view of the entire complex.

Around noon, you can take the bus to Aguas Calientes or walk back through the middle of the dense vegetation that’ll surround you on a downhill hike. Don’t worry, the whole way is signposted, and it’s a pretty route if you fee up to it.

You’ll have the afternoon free to have lunch at the restaurant of your choice and take a walk around the rest of this pretty town. Your train will leave for Ollantaytambo at sunset, but don’t forget to be at the station 30 minutes earlier than the departure time! From Ollantaytambo, we’ll take you back to your hotel in Cusco.

Day 5: : Cusco – Cusipata – Rainbow Mountain – Cusipata – Cusco

Our Rainbow Mountain 1 Day Hike Tour program starts early in the morning! We will pick you up from your hotel in Cusco at 4:00 am, with our private van, and travel around two-hour to the south of Cusco until arriving to the village of Cusipata, where we’ll enjoy a delicious breakfast.

Following breakfast, we’ll back to our van to keep driving for 1 hour to the Rainbow Mountain trailhead, known as Phulawasipata. The trek will last approximately 1.5 hours to 2 hours to Vinicunca Pass, the classic viewpoint for Rainbow Mountain. Along the way, we will appreciate the typical landscape and flora and fauna of the Andes, among which Llamas and Alpacas stand out.

Upon reaching the viewpoint of Vinicunca or Montaña de Colores (5,200 m/ 17,060 ft.), we’ll have sweeping panoramic views of not only Rainbow Mountain or Vinicunca Mountain but also the Ausangate snow-capped mountain range (the highest in Cusco), the valley with grazing alpacas and the ‘Red Valley’ in the distance.

At the top of Rainbow Mountain Vinicunca, we will spend about 45 minutes admiring the unique beauty of this natural formation and feel the thrill of witnessing an unforgettable spectacle. After having a great time at famous Rainbow Mountain of Peru taking photos and exploring the surroundings.

We´ll then return by the same route for about 1.5hrs to the point where we started the trek, where our transport will be waiting to take us back to Cusipata; here we will enjoy the lunch. After lunch we will start the return trip to the city of Cusco, arriving between 4 and 5 in the afternoon. Then, we will drop you off at your hotel.

What’s Included For Machu Picchu Tour and Rainbow Mountain 5 Day

• Pick up and drop off at the airport
• Four night 3-star hotel in Cusco
• Half-day walking tour in Cusco city
• Entrance tickets to the Inca Cities and all archeological sites we visit
• All transfer service on a private Van with a professional driver
• Professional guide fluent in English & Spanish for all the tours
• Round trip Expedition Train Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes
• One night 3-star hotel in Aguas Calientes
• Roundtrip bus ticket Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu
• Machu Picchu entrance ticket (First entrance time: 6am to 10am)
• Rainbow Mountain Hike 1 Day
• 2 hot meals at Rainbow Mountain tour – breakfast and lunch with an option for vegetarians

What Is Not Included

• Hotel before/after the tours
• Meals: Meals are not included unless otherwise noted but our guides will recommend some good places (except for breakfast and lunch in the Rainbow Mountain tour)
• Entrance to Huayna Picchu Mountain (US $75 p/ person)
• Entrance to Machu Picchu Mountain (US $75 p/ person)
• Entrance to hot springs (25 soles)
• Upgrade to Vistadome Train – $67 USD (the train is the only way back)
• Tipping for guides, porters or muleteers, and other staff.
• Travel interruption & travel medical/evacuation insurance (required)

What your should for 5-Day Machu Picchu and Rainbow Mountain Tou

• Original passport (if you have acquired a new one after you made your booking, bring both)
• A small backpack or carry bag (larger not allowed on the train or in Machu Picchu)
• A change of clothing
• Comfortable walking shoes or runners
• Hiking trousers
• Water to drink
• Rain jacket or poncho
• A fleece or jacket
• Basic toiletries
• Sunscreen and sunglasses
• Deep or Insect repellent for mosquitoes
• Hat for the sun
• Some extra money for lunch, snacks, tips, and souvenirs

Price of the Tour Machu Picchu and Rainbow Mountain 5 Days

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New machu picchu regulations.

In 1983 Machu Picchu was recognized as a World Heritage site by  UNESCO , the international organization that preserves and protects natural and cultural heritages around the world.  UNESCO  has been concerned with the increase of visitors to  Machu Picchu  in the last few years and worries that these crowds are damaging the ruins. They recommended new regulations to decrease the foot traffic in the ruins, which  Peru’s Ministry of Tourism and External Commerce  ( Mincetur ) has agreed to. These new regulations will take effect on  January 1, 2019 . All visitors will now be limited to 4-hour stays.

Tickets to  Machu Picchu  will now be separated into three daily shifts: early morning  (6 AM – 9 AM) , late morning (9 AM – 12 PM) and early afternoon ( 12 PM – 3 PM) . Within these shifts, visitors must designate a specific hour to visit. This is to regulate foot traffic into the ruins – each hour will be limited to 600 visitors so no more than 2400 visitors will be in the citadel at any time.

The new regulations will have a direct impact on hiking the two mountains next to  Machu Picchu :  Huaynapicchu  and  Machu Picchu Mountain .

In order to enjoy your tour of the ruins and hike Huaynapicchu without rushing, you will need an extra entrance ticket to the ruins extending your time allowed inside.  This means that Huaynapicchu tickets will go from $ 35 per person to $ 75 per person.

All tours include  entrance to Machu Picchu , but in order to hike  Huaynapicchu  safely, we will need to purchase a second  Machu Picchu  entrance ticket with the Huaynapicchu permit which will cost a total of $ 75 pp. These new rules will start on  January 1, 2019 , and will apply to all tours.

If you have booked Huaynapicchu with  Peru Spirit Adventure  and do not want to pay this higher fee, please write us to  [email protected]

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Thank you for booking and/or traveling on a Peru Spirit Adventure tour with Peru Spirit Adventure. We are 100% local Cusqueñan company and legally recognized by Peruvian law. These Terms and Conditions apply to any travel products and/or services purchased from Peru Spirit Adventure. A contract is entered into once PERU SPIRIT ADVENTURE receives your booking form and deposit, and we accept and confirm the booking. Please note that travel arrangements are not confirmed until stated so in writing by PERU SPIRIT ADVENTURE. All Peru Spirit Adventure based treks and tours are operated by Peru Spirit Adventure.

BOOKING & PAYMENT

To reserve any of our tours and treks services, the customer must submit his or her personal information and a deposit. The personal information we require is the following: Full name (as appears on passport), Date of Birth, Nationality, Gender, and Passport number.

• A picture of their passport photo page. A camera phone picture or similar is acceptable.

Once the customer confirms their reservation, we will send an email within 24 hours with a confirmation of their tour or trek and the deposit amount and also, details of the services included and not included in the service price. Once we send this information to the customer, if we do not receive any response from the customer it will be assumed by the company that the customer has accepted all terms and conditions. We provide a full pre-tour briefing at your hotel in Cusco. This gives the customer the chance to ask any questions they may have about the tour or trek itinerary. — ABOUT THE BRIEFING:  The night before your tour or trek, there will be a pre-tour talk (briefing) at your hotel in Cusco at either 6:00 pm or 7:00 pm. (exact time will be confirmed by email). Once you receive your briefing time, if we do not hear back we will assume it is confirmed by you. Please take this into consideration when booking your travel plans to Cusco, ensuring you arrive in time for the briefing. If your tour or trek begins on a Monday then the briefing will be scheduled for the Saturday before.

• Please note that it is difficult to change the briefing time and date at short notice. Therefore, if we receive a request for a briefing change less than 48 hours prior to the scheduled briefing, we most likely will not be able to change the briefing time or date. We will, however, do everything we can to change to try and accommodate the schedule change.

We use PayPal for sending deposits, that way you can use your credit card. There is a 6% fee for deposits using PayPal (for the international transfer). We also use Western Union for sending deposits, Deposits through Western Union have variable fees. The deposit amount depends on the type of itinerary you will book, as follows;

• For all trek and multi-day tours,  we require a deposit of $250 USD per person — Deposits for tours and treks are non-refundable and non-transferable to another individual. There are no exceptions.
• For the Rainbow Mountain tours & hikes  we require a deposit of $100 USD per person — Deposits for tours and treks are non-refundable and non-transferable to another individual. There are no exceptions.
• For the Humantay Lake Day Trip,  we require a deposit of $100 USD per person — Deposits for tours and treks are non-refundable and non-transferable to another individual. There are no exceptions.
• For the Sacred Valley Tours & Trips,  we require a deposit of $100 USD (for the group) — Deposits for tours and treks are non-refundable and non-transferable to another individual. There are no exceptions.
• For the Cusco Half Day Tours,  we require a deposit of $50 USD (for the group) — Deposits for tours and treks are non-refundable and non-transferable to another individual. There are no exceptions.
• For large groups, we accept wire transfer for deposits and final balances due. If you would like more information about the wire transfer option, please email us at  [email protected]

FINAL PAYMENTS:  We accept cash and PayPal for final payments. A client may not depart for the tour or trek until payment in full is received, either in cash or by PayPal.

• Cash payments  are due the day before tour or trek departure and can be paid at the pre-tour or trek briefing. We accept US dollars and Peruvian soles for cash payments. If you will pay in US dollars.  Take note.  The Peruvian banks are extremely strict about the “quality” of dollars they will accept. Therefore, we have to request that your bills are what they call “unbroken”. Broken bills will not be accepted. Broken means — any tear (even as small as 3 mm) or excessive wrinkling
• PayPal payments  are due one week before the tour or trek departure.  a)  There is an 8% fee on balance due payments using PayPal.  b)  If the balance via PayPal is not paid by 3 days prior to trek departure, the PayPal fee will be 10%. Our PayPal email is: [email protected]
• All banking fees will be covered by the client

CANCELLATION POLICY FOR TOURS & TREKS:

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• Notification of cancellation must always be made in writing by the person that made the booking and paid the deposit to  [email protected] .
• Your deposit for the tours and treks are 100% non-refundable. If you need to cancel for any reason, as you approach your tour start date, there may be additional cost due. There are no exceptions due to the fact, that  PERU SPIRIT ADVENTURE  expends a great deal of expense purchasing permits, entrance tickets, and making deposits for reservations or services, most of which are non-changeable, non-transferable, and non-refundable by government regulation. We also do not accept medical notes of any kind, as our out of pocket expenses are non-refundable to us.

CANCELLATION FEES

• Cancellations made 30 days in advance have no charge (with the exception of the non-refundable deposit) with the following exception:
• Inca Trail treks
• In the case of cancellation, the customer will not receive a refund of their deposit
• If the customer cancels between 30 and 10 days before their trek, they must pay 50% of the total trip cost.
• If the customer cancels between 10 and 3 days before their trek, they must pay 80% of the total cost.
• If the customer cancels 2 days or less before their trek, they must pay 100% of the total cost.
• In the exceptional case that a customer decides to leave once they have started the trek, no refund will be given. The customer must also pay any additional expenses they incur such as food, lodging, and transportation. On the last day, the customer will be able to rejoin the group and participate in the Machu Picchu tour.
• If after the tour has started a client cannot participate in the trek or tour (due to sickness, physical problems, etc.) no refund will be given. The customer must also pay any additional costs they incur for transportation, lodging, and food. On the last day, the tourist will be able to rejoin the group and participate in the Machu Picchu tour.
• In the case of natural disaster that prevents a service being completed, the customer will receive a 50% refund.
• In the case of a natural disaster that requires a change in the trek route, but the trek is still completed, there will be no refund.
• In the very unlikely circumstance that your service is not completed due to a fault of Peru Spirit Adventure, you will receive a full refund (including your deposit).

INCA TRAIL TOURS

• PERMITS:  Permits for the Inca Trail are in your name and can not be transferred to anyone else under any circumstances. Change of dates is also not possible once a permit has been purchased. Permits are non-refundable and non-transferable. The deposit will be forfeited. Please note that this is a regulation of the Peruvian government and not Peru Spirit Adventure (or any agency).
• In extreme cases when the “Inca Trail to Machu Picchu” is declared closed for safety reasons, Peru Spirit Adventure will replace your trek with an alternative trek.
• Those who booked PERMITS with a Student ID must bring that ID with them on the trek. If they fail to show this card to the Park Rangers, they will not be allowed entry onto the trail.

CHANGES MADE BY CLIENT

• Please note that for the Inca Trail, permits are not-changeable, not-transferable, and not-refundable. Dates can never be changed by government policy.

With the exception of the Inca Trail treks, we are generally able to change a trek date.

• To change the date of your non-Inca Trail trek, there is a fee of US $75 per person if the change occurs more than 30 days prior to trek departure.
• If the change occurs 21 to 30 days prior to trek departure, the fee is US $100 per person.
• If the change occurs 10 to 20 days before trek departure, the fee is US $150 per person.
• Changes less than 10 days prior to trek departure will have varying fees, which can be discussed at the time the change is being made.
• Changes made must be to another group trek for a minimum of 2 individuals. If a single traveler needs to change dates, and there is not an existing option for that date, the change will not be possible.

TRAVEL INSURANCE

• We highly recommend travel insurance for all of our customers.
• Coverage should include baggage loss, accident, emergency air rescue and trip cancellation. Trip cancellation insurance should reimburse you for non-recoverable air or land expenses should you cancel your trip due to personal or family illness, as well as covering any medical or emergency evacuation expenses if you become ill during your trip.
• In the case of illness or injury on one of our treks or tours, we are trained to provide emergency first aid and arrange transportation to a proper medical facility. However, we are not responsible for the cost of those transportation services or the cost of medical care.

ABOUT YOUR PASSPORT IN MACHU PICCHU, HUAYNA PICCHU AND ON THE INCA TRAIL:

• Once you book your tour, we send your information immediately to “Machu Picchu Park” in order for permits to be issued as soon as possible.
• You will need to bring your actual passport for all services. A photocopy will not be accepted.
• If your passport number changes between reserving your spot and the start of your trek, you will need to bring your old as well as your new passport to the start of the Trek.
• If any of the information on your passport does not match the information we were previously provided, you won’t be able to start the trek.
• If you arrive in Cusco and did not advise us that you have a new passport number, and that your information has changed, Peru Spirit Adventure will not be held responsible. In this situation it will be the responsibility of the customer to pay the extra expense of returning to Cusco or Machu Picchu (transportation, food and other expenses).

TRAVEL IN PERU:   Peru Spirit Adventure  operates in regions, where standards of accommodation can vary. Transportation and other services might not be like those you would normally have back home. However, we strive with all due care and skill, to provide the best service for our clients. Traveling in Peru requires flexibility, patience, broad-mindedness, good humor and an understanding that changes may be made without notice due to circumstances or occurrences beyond our control. For example: a strike, protest, landslide, bad weather, etc. ( Force Majeure ). By booking any of our tours & treks, you agree to allow  Peru Spirit Adventure  to make necessary changes without liability.

FORCE MAJEURE

Force Majeure is any event that PERU SPIRIT ADVENTURE cannot with all due care foresee, control or avoid. This covers events such as war or threat of war, riot, civil strike, terrorist activity, industrial dispute, disease, natural disasters, adverse weather conditions, fire or all similar events beyond our control. In this case, PERU SPIRIT ADVENTURE will not accept liability and reserves the right to change, postpone or even cancel trips. (This is a last option, of course!)

By booking any of our adventure trips (Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, Lares, Salkantay, Ausangate, Choquequirao, Rainbow Mountain trek and more) you assume the risks associated with personal accidents, medical emergencies, air travel problems etc. For these treks, PERU SPIRIT ADVENTURE Agency accepts no responsibility.

FULL TERMS & CONDITIONS FOR ADVENTURE TOURS & TREKS

• You must advise Peru Spirit Adventure of any medical problems or allergies you may have. You need to be in good physical health, and if your health is questionable, then you should consult a doctor. If you are over the age of 70 years old, then you will need to present us with a current good health medical certificate.
• You must advise your guide if you wish to leave the group or the camping area for independent walks or sightseeing. If you are experiencing any problems with the services of the guide or tour, please advise the guide in that moment, so that he can resolve any problems.
• All balances need to be paid in either cash or PayPal (see “ FINAL PAYMENTS ” section above).
• In order to receive a student discount, you must send your valid University ID to Peru Spirit Adventure at the time of booking. ID must have your name, photo and valid expiration date. Any card without an expiration date will not be accepted. You will then be required to bring your student card with you on the trek – they will not allow you to pass through the checkpoint without this original card.
• You will be required to show the original passport (not a copy) that you booked with, at the checkpoint to enter the Inca Trail. If you originally booked with an old passport and then renewed your passport, you must also bring your expired passport along with your new, valid passport to permit entry or they will refuse your entrance to the trail.
• Cancellations: Your deposit is 100% non-refundable. If you need to cancel for any reason, as you approach your tour start date, there may be additional cost due. There are absolutely no exceptions (we do not accept medical notes of any kind) as our out of pocket expenses are non-refundable to us (see  “CANCELLATION FEES”  section above).
• PERMITS: Permits for the Inca Trail are in your name and can not be transferred to anyone else under any circumstances. Change of dates is also not possible once a permit has been purchased. Permits are non-refundable and non-transferable. The deposit will be forfeited. Please note that this is a regulation of the Peruvian government and not PERU SPIRIT ADVENTURE (or any agency).
• All Adventure Treks include transportation to Cusco. The return train route depends on train availability.
• If you become ill or injured on the trail and are unable to continue, a porter will be provided to accompany you back to an area with emergency assistance capabilities. Helicopter airlifts and medical assistance are at the expense of the trekker. If you are unable to complete the tour due to illness, we will assist you in meeting your group at Machu Picchu to recommence your tour at that point. There will be no refund of the original payment.
• PERU SPIRIT ADVENTURE will take all reasonable care in providing to our clients avoidance of accident, illness, and loss of personal property, and will only employ suitably qualified staff. We accept responsibility for the actions of our own employees. Peru Spirit Adventure cannot, however, be responsible for any action of third parties. You are totally responsible for your own personal property and rented equipment.
• PERU SPIRIT ADVENTURE does not take responsibility for unfavorable weather conditions, natural catastrophe, strikes, accidents, illness, injury, loss of personal ítems, etc. It is the client’s responsibility to carry insurance to cover these types of events. We reserve the right to modify or cancel the program due to any of the unforeseen conditions listed above.

VERY IMPORTANT:

• We strongly suggest spending time at high altitude (above 3000 meters / 9842 feet)- in Cusco or another high altitude area for a minimum of 2- 4 days before undertaking your trip. This is in order to minimize the possible effects of altitude sickness. By drinking plenty of fluids, adding sugar to your drinks, eating food high in carbohydrates, avoiding cigarettes, alcohol, and drinking coca tea (ancient traditional leaf) will help your body acclimatize.
• We recommend you arrive in Cusco 48 hours or more before trek departure because occasionally we need to leave earlier than scheduled in case of strikes or other events out of our control (see ‘Force Majeure’ section below)

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Who is  Peru Spirit Adventure ? We are a small tour operator company owned by a local  Peruvian experts  with more than 10 years of experience as a guide.  Our office is based in Cusc o, a city in the Peruvian Andes and is located near the central square, Plaza del Armas. Our team is made up of  knowledgeable  and  passionate  tour guides from  Cusco  and  Andes  with many years of experience  Read more

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Additional hikes after the guided tour in Machu Picchu

• Huayna Picchu Mountain – the ticket is $75 per person
• Machu Picchu mountain – this ticket is $75 per person

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Machu Picchu 2 Day Tour with Tickets

• 9 / 10 69 reviews | 1,688 travellers Amazing tour! Very good service from the agency. I had a problem on the way back from the station to the city of Cusco and they helped me quickly. The hotel in Aguas Calientes was excellent and the guide Cezar who accompanied us to Machu Picchu was very good! 10 Laura Cardoso
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Leave Cusco behind to  explore the Lost City of the Incas  on this  two day tour to Machu Picchu . Enjoy a panoramic train ride and a guided tour of the archaeological site - unforgettable!

Machu Picchu 2 Day Tour

Day 1: cusco - aguas calientes .

On the first day of the excursion, we'll pick you up at the time of your choice from your hotel in  Cusco  and set off on the  two-hour bus journey  to  Ollantaytambo . Arriving in this picturesque Andean town, we'll catch the train for the hour and a half ride through  spectacular landscapes . Towering mountains, lush green rolling hills, flowing rivers... an impressive sight!

When we get to the town of  Aguas Calientes , we'll take you to the hotel where you'll spend the night. You'll then have the rest of the day free to explore the town at your leisure.

Day 2: Machu Picchu - Cusco

After breakfast at the hotel, we'll board a bus ready for the highlight of our two-day tour:  Machu Picchu . Ready to explore the  historic Inca citadel ?

Arriving at the hilltop ruins, we'll embark on a  two and a half guided tour  through the streets and structures of one of the  Seven Wonders of the Modern World . Afterwards, you'll have two hours of free time to continue exploring at your own pace or to  climb the Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu mountains . You'll be captivated by the incomparable views from either of these peaks!

We'll then return by bus to  Aguas Calientes , and you'll have time to buy lunch and see more of the town before we catch the  train back to Ollantaytambo . We'll make the journey by bus back to Cusco where you'll be dropped off at your hotel after  two unforgettable days .

Accommodation

When making your reservation, you'll have the choice of two different accommodation options: 

Standard accommodation

One night's stay with breakfast in two-star accommodation like the Hotel Rock Rivers or similar.

Superior accommodation

One night's stay with breakfast in three-star accommodation like the Hotel Hantun Inti Classic del Inca or similar.

Train Types

The trip to Machu Picchu takes two different types of trains. At the time of booking, you can choose which one you want to travel on. 

• Tourist train : each car offers large windows to observe the passing scenery. During the trip, you can also enjoy background music.
• Panoramic train : each car offers a panoramic view of the landscape, background music and recorded commentary during the trip.

According to the new regulations of the Peruvian Government, tickets to Machu Picchu are limited , and are by schedules. The high demand doesn't allow us to guarantee 100% availability, so in the event that we run out of tickets on the reserved date, we'll offer you an alternative circuit, which involves an extra payment that will be communicated up to 48 hours after the reservation is made.

At the following links, you can consult the map of the regular route and the alternative that we would make in case of the regular route being unavailable:

• Map of the regular circuit
• Map of the alternative route  

In the event of the activity being cancelled due to strikes or adverse weather conditions, we'll give you an alternative date for the tour. If the tour cannot be rescheduled, please note that you'll be refunded the full amount of the activity, except for the entrance fee to Machu Picchu (approx. S/ 200 ( US$ 52.50)), which is non-refundable.

Admission to Huayna Picchu

Admission to Huayna Picchu mountain is not included in the tour . If you want to visit it on the day of the activity, it's best to let us know when you book. If you let us know right away, the price will be US$ 20 per person. If you do not inform us in advance and decide to visit the mountain on the day of the tour, the price will be US$ 80 per person because the ticket will have to be bought separately.

2-Day Tour without Tickets

If this tour has no availability on your selected dates, or you want to access the sites on your own, you can also book a 2-day Machu Picchu tour without tickets . The route is the same, but only includes transport, a guide and accommodation.

More Information

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and Spanish.

Hotel pickup and drop–off

Return transport by Vistadome (the panoramic train) or Expedition (the tourist train) (depending on selection)

1 night's accommodation with breakfast of the chosen category

Bus up and down Machu Picchu

English–speaking guide during the tour of Machu Picchu

Entry to the archaeological site

Not included

Lunch: US$ 25 per person

Entry to Huayna Picchu Mountain: US$ 25 per person

Entry to Machu Picchu Mountain: from US$ 25 to US$ 80 per person

When to book?

You can book up until 48 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.

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Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible. This must be indicated in the reservation. An accompanying person is required.

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Our providers commit to:

• Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
• Reduce, reuse, recycle.
• Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
• Uphold fair employment standards.
• Foster the growth of local communities.
• Preserve the integrity of local culture.
• Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
• Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
• Operate with honesty and transparency.
• Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.

This particular activity contributes as follows:

• No printing of documentation required.
• Promotes local employment.
• Has a gender equality policy.
• Has a carbon footprint offset policy.

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Frequently asked questions

Q - Will we be able to visit the Waynapicchu mountain?

A - Yes, you'll have the option of visiting this peak. It's located at 2,700 meters (8,850 feet) above sea level, and it's fairly easy to climb - the ascent lasts a total of around 30-45 minutes. Please note, however, that you must purchase a ticket in advance. It has an additional cost of between 20USD and 80USD per person, and it's not recommended for people over 60 years old or with vertigo problems. This mountain can be visited in two timeslots, at 8 am or 10 am (the second timeslot is best).

Q - Will we see the sunrise at Machu Picchu?

A - Unfortunately, it's not currently possible to see the sunrise at Machu Picchu since the new government regulations allow entry only after 6 am.

Q - Where can I buy tickets for the chosen mountain in case I want to visit them during the free time?

A - You can buy them at the destination on the first day of the tour. The guide can help you out with this.

Q - Can we bring luggage on the trip?

A - Yes, you can bring hand luggage. It can be left at the hotel during the visits, although it must be picked up in advance to arrive on time at the train station.

Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?

A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities .

Q - How to book?

A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.

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How to Visit Machu Picchu Solo & Last Minute Without A Tour Group

Flipping through my history book in elementary school, I’d stop on the page with photos of Machu Picchu thinking, “I HAVE to see this with my own eyes one day,” without even knowing exactly where “this” was. Peru’s Machu Picchu stands as one of the most renowned New Wonders of the World—an architectural marvel and cultural enigma. A true bucket-list destination (though I cringe at that term… it’s also pretty darn fitting).

Embodying my preferred travel style, I opted to get to Machu Picchu sans tour group. It’s not that I can’t appreciate the guidance of a tour operator — like I did on this homestay in Peru — I just love the accomplished feeling of DIY travel experiences. And I mean… the Incas literally sought refuge from Spanish invaders at Machu Picchu because they knew they wouldn’t be found. Meaning it’s not an easy destination to get to. But for solo travelers like myself, empowering ourselves through self-planning is half the joy of travel.

Below is your guide for organizing an independent expedition to Machu Picchu — from securing your park, train, and bus tickets (trust me, it’s not as simple as it seems) to our top accommodation suggestion, all tailored with Uproxx flair. My advice? Ditch the rushed day trip from Cusco and spend a night in charming Machu Picchu Pueblo — it’s totally worth it!

Machu Picchu Admission Ticket

I snagged my Machu Picchu ticket online just 48 hours before my visit – risky business during peak season (June, July, and August), but this was in January, so tickets were plentiful both online and in person. Even on the day before!

Since earlier this year, tensions over Machu Picchu ticketing prompted the government to cancel their outsourcing agreement (a win for the people), you can still purchase tickets online through the official website or trusted resale websites. You can also purchase Machu Picchu tickets in person at the Ministry of Culture office in Cusco or Aguas Calientes. There, tickets are $41 – about $25 cheaper than online.

Train to Machu Picchu Pueblo (Aguas Calientes)

Once you have your entrance ticket, you’ll need to get your train ticket. (The only other way to reach the site is by trekking, which is not covered in this guide.) If you buy your train ticket online, get yourself to the in-person ticket office 30 minutes before train departure time. Validating your digital ticket in person is a mandatory step to board the train!

Have your passport and receipt in hand and get ready to weave through some major crowds of people. I encountered some unexpected delays after leaving a rural homestay three hours away and managed to make with just minutes to spare. It was sort of a miracle I arrived on time to validate my ticket… Picture me sprinting down a dirt hill with a giant tote bag to catch a tuk-tuk to the main road.

My train ride to Machu Picchu Pueblo (Aguas Calientes) from Ollantaytambo was about $52 on the PeruRail Expedition line, but prices vary depending on train type, time, and date. If you want a luxury train, check out Inca Rail and A Belmont Train .

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Remember that while trains depart from Cusco directly to Aguas Calientes in the high season, you’ll need to purchase a “bimodal” ticket the rest of the year. The bimodal ticket includes both train and bus transportation to and from Cusco. Interestingly, this ticket results in less time on the train and more on a bus.

Machu Picchu Bus

The final step to reach Machu Picchu is the bus from Machu Picchu Pueblo (formerly Aguas Calientes), to the citadel. You can grab your bus ticket online or at the Consettur ticketing office in Cusco or Aguas Calientes. The ride takes just 15-20 minutes and costs $24 round trip.

Aside from its charm and history, I loved staying the night in Aguas Calientes because it allowed me ample time to get my ducks in a row. As a destination that sees over one million tourists a year, the bus can get booked up with rides for the following day pretty quickly!

Extra Machu Picchu Tips

Consider visiting Machu Picchu during the shoulder or off-season for a more relaxed experience. Not only does it help support local economies, but you’ll be able to score last-minute tickets, encounter fewer crowds, and feel good about easing over-tourism at this UNESCO site. Just don’t forget to brush up on some history before you go! If you want a guided tour, certified guides are readily available at the gates just before you enter the Machu Picchu citadel.

Optimal route advice from the ticket booth staff led me to “Walking Circuit 2.” I suggest buying tickets for all circuits and following the numbered signage for route two. As for the best time of day to visit Machu Picchu — the morning clouds usually clear up around 10-11 am.

Lastly, I discovered that there’s definitely a preferred side of the train with better views. Fortunately, I lucked out with that side both times! While specific seats can’t be requested online, you can inquire in person for seats on the river side, identified by the second set of four numbers (e.g., seats 5-8, 13-16). I didn’t try this, but it’s worth a shot!

Where to Stay: Machu Picchu Pueblo (Aguas Calientes)

Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel

Machu Picchu isn’t a spot we stumble upon every day. It’s one of those once-in-a-lifetime destinations. Given the effort and epicness of getting there, why not immerse yourself in style? That’s what went through my head during my stay at Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel’s Suites Inkaterra. Relaxing in my secluded jacuzzi below the misty peaks of the Andes, I couldn’t help but melt into the grandeur of this solo adventure.

A tear may or may not have been shed.

Farm to table meals at Inkaterra are served in the elegant dining room overlooking the Vilcanota River – with a hearty breakfast buffet and served dinner included in your stay. If you have time, take one of the included excursions like the nighttime Incan constellation walk. And don’t miss a deep tissue massage at Onno Spa after a day of hiking around Machu Picchu.

Some of their year-long deals (full list here ):

• Book two nights, get the third night free
• Get 20% off your stay when you stay minimum two nights

Nightly rates start at $397, book here .

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4 Day Machu Picchu Tour, The Best Tour Package by Local Guides

Explore the best of Cusco, the Sacred Valley,  and the famed UNESCO site – Machupicchu on this amazing 4-Day Guided Express Tour.

Embark on this exciting 4-day Machu Picchu Tour, and make sure you don’t miss experiencing all of Peru’s top destinations. Don’t let limited time stop you from visiting the magnificent Machu Picchu! Start your adventure exploring the fascinating city of Cusco – a mix of colonial and ancient architecture, by visiting the must-do places within the city’s historical center and the surrounding sites.

Journey through the Sacred Valley toward the famous Machu Picchu citadel, visiting amazing sites such as Chinchero, Moray, the salt mines of Maras, and Ollantaytambo. Complete your adventure by spending a day on a private guided tour to Machu Picchu with our expert local guide be amazed by the stunning scenery of the surrounding mountains as Wayna Picchu mountain.

This is a perfect tour for first-time visitors, couples, and small groups; especially for travelers with limited time in Peru, it is also great for business travelers in Lima, those attending special events and cruise ship passengers who are willing to make the best use of their limited time in Peru.

Why you will love this tour

• In just four days, you will see the iconic sites in Peru, including the famous Sacred Valley, the new7wonder of the world – Machu Picchu, and the colonial Cusco city.
• This exclusive 4-Day itinerary introduces you to the history of the Incas and the local culture as you explore the beautiful Sacred Valley, Cusco and Machu Picchu.
• Enjoy a personalized guided tour of one of the New7Wonders of the World and capture photos from prime vantage points and meet the local residents – the Llamas
• We don’t follow the crowds, while we include the must-see highlights in this tour; we make every effort to avoid most of the crowds.
• This is a private tour experience so you enjoy a personal experience, go at your own pace, and be able to talk to your guide, ask questions, and be involved during the tour.

Trip Details

• Tour Type: Private Tour
• Start:   Cusco Airport (We can also start from Lima Airport)
• Finish: Cusco Airport
• Pick-up Time: We recommend arriving in Cusco before midday on Day 1
• Duration: 04 Days
• Mode: Private car, Train, Walking
• Difficulty: MODERATE, you don’t need to be super-fit, although there is quite a lot of walking on trails with altitudes above 3700 meters above sea level  (12100 feet) as well as there will be many stone-made steps up and down.
• Customizable: YES! Feel free to contact us to customize this tour, add-ons are all available. We are happy to adjust this tour to fit your interests and travel timeframe.

Day 1. Best of Cusco city tour (4 Hours)

• Upon your arrival, we will meet you at Cusco Airport and will transport you to your comfortable Hotel in the Cusco city’s historical center. Spend the rest of the morning relaxing at your Hotel to acclimate to the altitude. We recommend resting at your hotel for a couple of hours and having a light lunch before joining our guided tour that will introduce you to the local history, culture, and food.

Afternoon: Guided Tour

• We will start off with a walking tour, visiting t he Plaza the Armas – Cusco’s town square . There are a variety of times during the tour when we find ourselves focusing on the Inca walls of Cusco , searching for the seven snakes of Siete Culebras, admiring the famous 12-angled stone of Hatunrumiyoc, or for the shape of the puma at Inca Roca. 
• Next, to the vibrant San Pedro Market . It’s always a popular stop with guests to Cusco not just because of its vibrant colors and activity but also for the insight it provides into local life.
• Then, visit one of the most impressive Inca temples, the Qorikancha – the Incan Temple of the Sun. This was once the most sacred Temple in Cusco, dedicated to the supreme Inca deity – The Sun God. 
• Lastly and surely one of the most impressive, explore Sacsayhuaman , the Royal House of the Sun, and one of the greatest stone monuments in Incan architecture. 

Day 2. Best of Sacred Valley Tour

• Pick up from your Hotel will be later @7.30 AM.
• We will first visit Chinchero , A small town famous for its spectacular mountain views, the traditional textile weaving cooperatives, and the well-preserved Inkan ruins. At the end of the tour, we will drive to your Hotel
• By midmorning, We will explore the amazing Agriculture Terraces of Moray , believed to be an elaborate agricultural laboratory, and the famous  Salt Mines of Maras , where locals obtain Salt from a local subterranean water stream.
• By midday, we will make a stop at a local restaurant for a deserved lunch (Lunch is NOT included in the price)
• Finally, after lunch, visit the Inca town of Ollantaytambo and explore the fascinating megalithic Ruins, learn about Inca culture and explore the local handcraft market along the way.
• At the end of the tour, we will end this tour at the Train Station in Ollantaytambo so we take the early evening Train to Machu Picchu Town (A.K.A. Aguas Calientes) at 7 PM

Day 3. Machu Picchu Guided Tour 

• Get ready for your private guided tour of Machu Picchu!
• Early in the morning, you will meet your Guide at your Hotel lobby, he will show you the way to the bus station and hop on the shuttle bus up to Machu Picchu Park. Your private guide will accompany you to the Guard House at Machu Picchu where you’ll get the best view of this World Wonder, as well as an extended tour and explanation of the history, surrounding areas, and the sacred legend of Machu Picchu. 
• Following your private tour (optional and subject to availability at extra cost) you can join us on the Hike to Huaynapicchu Mountain. Then, return to Aguas Calientes and have time for lunch 
• Finally, you’ll begin your journey back to Ollantaytambo or Cusco. 

Day 4. Departure Day.

• You can depart Cusco City at any time during the day and connect to your international flight or cruise ship. We will provide a transfer to the Airport.
• You can extend your trip by one extra day and choose from additional activities such as making a day trip to the Rainbow Mountains , immersing yourself in local culture, taking a cooking class to learn about traditional Peruvian cuisine, or embarking on a day hike to Humantay Lake for a breathtaking natural experience. This allows you to further customize your itinerary and make the most out of your trip to the Cusco region.

Note on the Itinerary

While we strive to adhere to the schedule outlined above, please note that this itinerary is subject to change due to factors beyond our control. These factors may include incidents at the trip location, strikes, political disputes, severe weather, flight cancellations, and other unforeseeable circumstances. Cusco Local Friend cannot be held responsible for such changes.

In such situations, we may need to adjust our original schedule and provide alternative options to ensure you have a great experience. Please be aware that any additional expenses incurred as a result of these changes will be the sole responsibility of the client and not be covered by Cusco Local Friend.

• Airport transfers (Arrival and Departure)
• Transportation for all tours + pickups and drop-offs
• English-speaking licensed local guide
• Cusco Tour, Sacred Valley, and Machu Picchu Tours are on a private basis
• For the Cusco city Tour: Transportation, Entrance Tickets, and Tour Guide
• For the Sacred Valley Tour: Transportation, Entrance Tickets and Tour Guide
• For the Machu Picchu tour: round trip train tickets, entrance ticket, Shuttle Bus ticket, private Guide
• 3-Night Accommodation in a 3-Star Hotel in Cusco and Aguas Calientes (If you book the Hotel on your own, we will deduct this cost from the tour price)

Not Included

• Upgrade to VISTADOME glass-roof train: $70 USD per person for a round-trip ticket
• Entrance ticket to Machu Picchu Mountain/Huayna Picchu (optional and subject to availability) – $70 USD per person
• Travel Insurance

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What to expect breathtaking views, mild to hot temperatures although kind of windy at some places in the afternoons; mostly sunny days during the months of may, june, july, and august, although some mornings would be a little foggy in machu picchu (some days very foggy in the rainy season); mosquito area (machu picchu); lots of history about the inca empire; friendly english speaking tour guide; your journey your way why travel with us, local knowledge & expertise.

It's great to travel with professional experts from the same destination you are going, that's how you get first-hand information. With deep in-country knowledge, We know the ins and outs of all the logistics, we will ensure you can make the most of your time away.

Personalized Experiences

Your time is precious - we know that. Your experience is our top priority. No big bus groups, No flags to follow! Traveling with a private guide and driver you’ll do what you want, when you want with the freedom to change your plans on the fly.

Friendly Local Guides

Great sights don’t make an amazing tour. Great guides do! Our guides don’t read from a script, we give them the freedom to make each tour their own, and your experience unique. We love what we do and it shows. From the moment you arrive, you'll feel the buzz and excitement that Cusco Local Friend to offer.

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Machu Picchu and beyond: what to see and do in Peru’s Inca heartland

Mountain highs.

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Perched high in the Andes in the south of the country, Peru’s Inca heartland – taking in  Cusco, the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu – is the stuff that every traveller’s dreams are made of. Here lost cities sit cradled in jagged mountains, villagers in brightly coloured ponchos till the fields and imposing colonial cathedrals sit cheek-to-jowl with pre-Columbian temples.

Read on to discover the best things to do in the area the Incans regarded as the ‘Navel of the World’…

Acclimatise in Cusco

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Your journey starts in Cusco, a charming town sitting at an altitude of 11,150 feet (3,400m) that is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world. It was the Incan capital for close to 400 years and makes the perfect base for acclimatising to the heady heights of this part of Peru. Here you’ll find grand colonial buildings, intriguing Incan ruins, sophisticated cafes and world-class restaurants. Start your visit with a coca tea. Locals insist it’s the best way of avoiding altitude sickness and it is offered on arrival at most of the city’s hotels.

Soak up the vibes of Plaza de Armas

This grand square is surrounded by the Baroque churches and palaces built over the ruins of the Inca city when the Spanish conquered it in the 16th century. It’s busy but rarely crowded and the benches around the statue of Pachacuti (pictured), the ruler during the city’s Incan heyday, are just as likely to be occupied by locals gossiping as weary tourists resting their tired feet. There are plenty of cafes and bars overlooking the plaza, or wander through the square at night, surrounded by illuminated buildings and the muted chatter of late-night revellers heading home.

Check out the quirky colonial art in Cusco Cathedral

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Cusco Cathedral was built between 1560 and 1664 using stone pilfered from Incan fortress Sacsayhuaman. It sits on the foundations of the Koricancha, a temple dedicated to Inti, the sun god, and is an imposing jumble of Gothic, Baroque and Renaissance styles. The 16th century religious art inside is equally idiosyncratic, mixing Catholic themes and Incan symbolism, and best enjoyed in a version of The Last Supper by Marcos Zapata (pictured), where Jesus and his disciples feast on cuy (guinea pig), a local delicacy.

Catch a Saturday morning civic parade

Can’t make it to Cusco for Inti Raymi, the annual festival honouring the Sun God in June? Fear not. Cusco holds impressive civic parades in and around Plaza de Armas most weekends. Sometimes they celebrate the local emergency services. Other times it might be the home guards or local associations that are celebrated. The day I visited, local council workers were enjoying their day in the spotlight. Each parade is colourful and lively and begins when a group of elders, resplendent in brightly coloured ponchos, blow on conch shells, just as they did in Incan times.

Dine responsibly at Nuna Raymi

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Tucked up on Triunfo Street, just around the corner from the cathedral, Nuna Raymi is a restaurant whose philosophy is to support and work with local producers, with each community involved proudly displayed on a map on their placemats. The restaurant's suppliers include Jose Cruz, a farmer from Cachin, who says Nuna Raymi has provided both a living and a future for his village, with young people deciding to stay on farms. The food here is as special as the restaurant's intentions too.

Find the creatures hidden in the Incan stone walls

Many of the grand colonial buildings in Cusco are built on the foundations of equally grand Incan buildings. Some, like the Palace of the Archbishop, even incorporate the astonishingly intricate stone walls built by the ancient stonemasons into their design. Stones were cut to shape and assembled like a giant game of 3D Tetris without using mortar. Take a moment to check out the northeast wall and see if you can pick out the shapes of various animals formed by the stones. It’s a bit like spotting constellations, and posters hanging by nearby souvenir stalls (pictured) provide a handy reference.

Lose yourself in San Pedro Market

Don’t be put off by the touristy stalls around the entrances to this vast covered market on Calle Tupac Amaru. Inside you’ll find a cacophonous maze of stalls selling all kinds of local produce, traditional medicines, flowers and the freshest smoothies in town. It’s a reminder that Cusco is, and always has been, an important market town for the small farming communities that surround the city. Feeling peckish? Head to the food stalls at the back to sample authentic local favourites like Caldo de Pollo (chicken soup), salchipapas (fried sausages and potato) and even ceviche.

Soak up the bohemian vibes in San Blas

San Blas is a charming area of steep cobbled streets and whitewashed buildings in the hilly area of Cusco north of Plaza de Armas. Here you’ll find boutique hotels, quirky cafes and stylish stores selling garments made from the finest alpaca wool. The Mirador here offers panoramic views across the city and demarcates the point most tourists don’t venture beyond. Push on a little further and you’ll be rewarded with charming laneways lined with pots bursting with colourful geraniums and hidden corners where little old ladies sit on stools selling local sweet treats for tiny prices.

Try not to be cuy

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Cuy (guinea pigs) have been a staple of the Andean diet since the time of the Incas. And even today there are plenty of restaurants in Cusco offering you the chance to try this most Peruvian of dishes. Some use tomatoes and coca leaves to dress them up as Incan warriors, but simply roasted and served with chips is probably best. Consider heading to the food markets held in front of Convento de San Francisco de Asis where they also sell suckling pig and roast chicken, should you baulk at the prospect of eating a distant relative of your childhood pet.

Visit the spiritual home of potatoes

Peru famously grows over 4,000 varieties of potatoes and once you leave Cusco and head into the Sacred Valley, you’re in the heart of their spiritual home. It is the unique composition of the high Andean soil here that gives Peruvian potatoes their vibrant red, yellow, black and purple colouring and the antioxidants that make them the healthiest potatoes you’ll ever eat. Find out everything you ever wanted to know about the world’s favourite carbohydrate at Parque del Papa (The Potato Park) in Pisac, a living museum dedicated to Indigenous knowledge and traditions related to the humble vegetable.

Discover who ruled before the Incas

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A little further into the Sacred Valley you’ll find the brilliant Inkariy Museum , dedicated to the pre-Hispanic Peruvian cultures that preceded the Incas. You’ll spot it halfway along the road between Pisac and Urubamba, marked by an arresting statue of Viracocha, the great creator deity of pre-Incan civilisations in Peru. There are eight different pavilions all told, each containing important artefacts as well as life-sized figures of each civilisation ‘in action’.

Give Urubamba a chance

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Sitting on the Urubamba River and surrounded by high rugged mountains, Urubamba was once a favourite resort of the Inca. Now a dusty regional centre, it is often overlooked as visitors rush onward towards Ollantaytambo and Machu Picchu. That’s not to say Urubamba doesn’t have its own charms. The shaded Plaza de Armas (pictured) offers a cool respite from the intense Andean sun. And there’s a bustling traditional market, a line of artisan shops on Avenida Berriozabal and a charming cemetery where families decorate headstones with fresh flowers sold by a flower stall just outside the walls.

Feast on Incan soul food at the AMA

Set in a shady trestled garden out on Avenue Mariscal Castilla in Urubamba, the AMA restaurant  not only serves up some of the tastiest food in the Sacred Valley, it gives back to the community as well. The locally sourced, nourishing, delicious food served here is prepared by four single mothers, trained by AMA and gives local traditional recipes an exciting contemporary edge. Healthy homemade cooking that feeds the heart and soul, they say. Try the seared trout, straight from the Urubamba River to your plate.

Wander through the terraced salt ponds in Maras

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Salineras de Maras is an amazing patchwork of salt ponds that cascade down a steep mountain just 15 minutes from Urubamba. They date back to pre-Inca times and remain the largest pre-Hispanic salt mines in Peru. There are close to 4,500 ponds all told, fed by salt water from an underground spring, channelled to the ponds by rudimentary trenches. The Spanish conquerors never took over the local salt production, leaving it to the locals who continue to produce salt here to this day.

Raise a glass in a local chicheria

Chicherias are local pubs where you can sample chicha de jora, the local fermented corn beer. Chicha has been around since Incan times and the methods of making and serving it have changed very little over the centuries. It is served directly from the big ceramic pots it is fermented in and you are expected to tip a little on the floor before you take your first sip as an offering to Pachamama (Mother Earth). Most chicherias are little more than a room in a mud brick building with the entrance marked by a stick with a red plastic bag on top.

And play a game of sapo while you’re there

While you’re visiting a chicheria, one of the locals may challenge you to a game of sapo. It dates from Incan times too and is a kind of Peruvian version of darts, except that the object is to toss coins into the mouth of a golden toad sitting on a stand with holes around it. Each hole is worth a certain amount of points and getting your golden coin into the frog’s mouth is the equivalent of a bullseye. While drinking chicha does not help with your accuracy, it does make it even more fun.

Sleep in a luxury pod hanging off an Andean cliff

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The Skylodge Adventure Suites on the outskirts of Ollantaytambo take the concept of ‘room with a view’ to dizzying new heights. Each transparent luxury capsule hangs off the side of a cliff and can only be reached by manoeuvring along a 1,312-foot (400m) mountain route in full climbing gear. The views up the valley are truly breathtaking, but if you don’t fancy staying the night, you can also climb up, have lunch, then zipwire back down.

Step back in time in Ollantaytambo

People have walked the narrow, cobbled lanes of Ollantaytambo since the 13th century, but it was during the reign of Pachacutec in the 15th century that the town really boomed. The impressive Incan ruins on the edge of the town date from this time and mark one of the few places where the Spanish conquistadors lost a major battle. Today it is a lively trekking town, bustling with restaurants, cafes, hotels and travellers in hiking boots setting off for Machu Picchu. Surrounded by jagged peaks, it’s the perfect place to spend a few days before or after your trek.

Learn to weave with the mammas of Huilloc Alto

Thanks to social projects like Awamaki and tour companies like Intrepid Travel, visitors can get a real insight into rural Andean life by visiting communities like Huilloc Alto, a tiny village an hour’s drive up into the mountains from Ollantaytambo. Here you’ll spend the day with the brightly-clad mammas as they weave gorgeous textiles on traditional backstrap looms using tools made from the bones of condors. Take the chance to admire the mammas’ incredibly beautiful shawls and their ‘Montera’ basket hats, perfect for holding flowers as well as modern day essentials like keys and mobile phones.

Enjoy a traditional pachamanca

Chances are the mammas will also insist you join them for a traditional pachamanca. Pachamanca means ‘earth pot’ in the native Quechua language and is used on special occasions to prepare an Andean feast of meat and vegetables slow-cooked in a hand-dug underground oven covered with hot rocks. The Incans believed that cooking the food underground returned it to the earth and acted as an offering to Pachamama (Mother Earth). It still holds that meaning in small communities today. But increasingly it is simply an excuse to celebrate with family, friends and special guests.

Then bag yourself a truly unique souvenir

Each item created by the mammas in Hullioc Alto and other small Andean communities is handmade and truly unique. They spin the yarn themselves, dye it using only natural ingredients and spend days weaving each blanket, throw or poncho. More importantly, each piece has its own individual story, incorporating motifs handed down from the Incans or created especially to tell their unique tale. You can buy directly from the mammas, or visit the Awamaki shop in Ollantaytambo where their textiles are incorporated into a variety of amazing leather goods fashioned by local leathersmiths.

Get yourself to Machu Picchu

There are many ways to get to the famous Incan citadel of Machu Picchu, including a breathtaking four-day hike following the ancient Inca Trail. The most relaxing way is by train. Services leave Ollantaytambo throughout the day and follow the Urubamba River as it races towards Aguas Calientes through verdant valleys and increasingly lush vegetation. Panoramic windows offer immersive views of the spectacular scenery and a recorded guide points out the important sites along the way, including age-old Incan terraces as old as Machu Picchu itself.

Prepare to be humbled

At Aguas Caliente a fleet of buses awaits to ferry you up a twisting mountain road to the spectacular Incan citadel of Machu Picchu – the reason so many visitors come to this part of Peru. A short, steep path takes you up a series of terraces and then onto the viewing platform overlooking the main complex. Whatever the weather, it's more dramatic and awe-inspiring than you imagined, and since the introduction of timed tickets, it's less crowded too. Take time to soak up the view before exploring the citadel itself, now populated by a flock of alpacas.

Climb the Huayna Picchu’s ‘Stairs of Death’

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For a totally different perspective on this most famous of views, consider climbing Huayna Picchu, the 8,835-foot-high (2,693m) mountain directly behind the citadel. The walk along its paths is recognised as one of the most incredible short walks on the planet, but it is not for the faint-hearted. The ruins here once housed a crotchety priest and the stairs are so steep that they are known as the ‘Stairs of Death.’ Only 400 permits to climb Huayna Picchu are issued each day, so make sure to book in advance.

Unwind in Aguas Calientes

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Whichever route you choose to take to Machu Picchu, a dip in the thermal baths back down at Aguas Calientes is the perfect way to unwind and soothe aching muscles. These tiny natural thermal springs gave the town its name and are located beside a rushing river on a terrace above the town, about a 10-minute walk from the train station. There’s a bar there too, so you can sip on a Pisco Sour while you relax and contemplate all the wonders that you have seen on your journey through this part of Peru.

Getting there

Cusco and the Sacred Valley are served by Cusco’s Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport, although long-haul travellers will have to transfer through Lima’s Jorge Chavez International Airport first.

Peter Moore visited in April 2024 and was a guest of Intrepid Travel as part of the operator's  Classic Peru itinerary. His visit with the Huilloc mammas was hosted by the Awamaki local business initiative and the village of Huilloc Alto.

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P eru is a wilderness enthusiast's dream. From the arid deserts of the Nazca lines to the lush and diverse Amazon rainforest, this enormous country truly offers everything under the rainbow when it comes to outdoor adventure and exploration. Among its cultural and geographic attractions, Peru is also home to one of the famous New Seven Wonders of the World — Machu Picchu. A UNESCO World Heritage site, this 15th-century Incan citadel is located in the Eastern Cordillera of the Andes Mountains, high above the Urubamba River valley. 

This mystical site draws over a million visitors each year (via Inca Trail Machu ). While the ancient ruins themselves are awe-inspiring, and there are certainly merits to visiting the citadel alone for a day, outdoor thrill-seekers will revel in knowing there are several trekking routes that each offer a unique experience, breathtaking landscapes, diverse ecosystems, and cultural encounters. How do you know which one to pick? Here's a guide to help you decide. 

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The Standard Inca Trail

The Standard Inca Trail is the classic and most popular route to Machu Picchu. This four-day hike covers approximately 26 miles (43 kilometers) and passes through a variety of landscapes, including cloud forests and alpine tundra, retracing the paths once used by Incan runners on their pilgrimages. 

The trail begins at what is known at KM 82, one of multiple markers along the route from Cusco city to Machu Picchu. This marker is near the town of Ollantaytambo. The trail passes iconic sites such as Dead Woman's Pass, which is the highest point of the trek at 13,828 feet, and the Sun Gate (Inti Punku), which offers a first glimpse of Machu Picchu from an aerial perspective. The Standard Inca Trail offers the opportunity to view numerous Incan ruins along the way as well, making it an ideal route for those interested in Incan history and culture.

A downside to the Standard Inca Trail is that hiking permits are required . The Peruvian government caps how many people can traverse trails each day to 500 (via Intrepid Travel ). This includes guides and porters, so during the busy season from May to September when the weather is cool and dry, it can be difficult to secure a permit unless you book months in advance. On top of that, because of its popularity, tour operators can cost anywhere from $500 to $1500 per person, depending on the level of service, according to Machu Picchu Trek .

Salkantay Trek

For adventurers seeking a more challenging and less crowded route, the Salkantay Trek is an excellent alternative to the Inca Trail. It offers more solitude and a wider range of landscapes. Typically a five-day trek covering approximately 46 miles (74 kilometers), the Salkantay Trek starts near Mollepata, a small Andean town. It traverses the Salkantay Pass at 15,090 feet before descending into a lush cloud forest that provides some of the most ethereal views among the world's hikes . After dropping in elevation, travelers eventually reach Aguas Calientes, a city known as the gateway to Machu Picchu. 

The trek features snow-capped mountains, such as Mount Salkantay, glacial lakes, and tropical jungles. The dramatic shift in ecosystems is a highlight of this route. 

This trail tends to attract fewer crowds than the Standard Inca Trail, likely because it is longer and more physically demanding. On the plus side, no permits are required, making it more accessible in terms of booking tour guides and services — which come in handy when planning for tents, accommodations, and food along the hike. The Salkantay Trek can be a little cheaper than the Standard Inca as well since trekkers don't need to pay for a hiking permit. 

The Lares Trek is known for its cultural immersion and scenic beauty, making it an excellent choice for those interested in experiencing local Andean life. The trek usually lasts three to four days, covering about 20 miles (33 kilometers) but is less strenuous than the Standard Inca Trail. It starts in the town of Lares and passes through picturesque Andean villages, high-altitude lakes, terraced fields, and stunning vistas of snow-capped peaks. Trekkers also have the opportunity to participate in homestays, allowing them to interact with local communities and witness and participate in traditional farming methods. 

After trekkers make their way toward the end of their hike near Ollantaytambo, travelers actually take a train to Aguas Calientes, from which point they can explore Machu Picchu.

Just like the Salkantay Trek, the Lares Trek sees fewer travelers and does not require permits, though it would be handy to book homestays and guides with a local tour service in order to learn the lay of the land and immerse oneself fully in the local culture. 

The Vilcabamba Trek

An off-the-beaten-path adventure, the Vilcabamba Trek is a long five-to-seven day trek, covering 37 miles (60 kilometers) of terrain. It begins in the town of Huancacalle and takes travelers through remote areas of the Vilcabamba mountain range. Trekkers encounter high Andean passes, river valleys and lush forests. However, the highlights of this trail are the archaeological sites of Vitcos-Rosaspata and the Nustahispana. Vitcos-Rosaspata was a significant religious center of the Incan Empire, and it is still well-reserved to this day. Visitors can see temples, plazas, and the ceremonial platforms where the Incas performed sacrifices. The Nustahispana, also known as the White Rock, is a massive stone nearby, believed to have served as an astronomical observatory or ceremonial site. 

The Vilcabamba Trek is the most remote of the ways travelers can get to Machu Picchu, and it sees the fewest number of trekkers out of all of the options. Because of its remote location and the complex nature of the route, tour guide services can be costly, sometimes exceeding a grand per person. However, unlike some other treks, hiking permits are not required, offering more flexibility for travelers who are prepared for the challenge.

Variants Of The Inca Trail

For those with limited time or less trekking experience, there are shorter variants of the Inca Trail which offer a taste of the classic route without the extended commitment. This opens up the opportunity for people to engage in easy to moderate hikes up to Machu Picchu — which is important given that altitude sickness is a real threat in this part of Peru. 

The first option is a day-long excursion to Machu Picchu. It is just under 8 miles (13 kilometers) long and starts at KM 104. It includes a visit to the ruins of Winay Wayna as well as Machu Picchu itself. It's a moderate hike that is suitable for many fitness levels. The other option is a two-day-long excursion which involves splitting up the visits to Winay Wayna and Machu Picchu over two days with an overnight stay in the town of Aguas Calientes in between. 

Both variants offer stunning views, the chance to explore Incan ruins, and the opportunity to walk through diverse ecosystems. They also provide a glimpse of the famous Inca Trail. Still, because these treks go along the Standard Inca Trail, permits are required, and for the 1-day option in particular, they can be difficult to obtain due to high demand.

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Gringo Bill's Boutique Hotel

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Located in Machu Picchu, Gringo Bill's Hotel offers accommodation with free WiFi and is 150 metes away from Manco Capac Main Square. The rooms at Gringo Bill's offer a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV. Some rooms have private balconies and spa baths. An American breakfast is served daily. Guests can book excursions at the tour desk. Gringo Bill's Hotel is 200 metres from the Ministry of Culture and 300 metres from Perurail.

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The best of Machu Picchu

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Popular areas

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